Posts Tagged: Connecticut Cottages and Gardens

bedroom by Carey Karlan at Showhouse on the Green Showhouse on the Green Sneak Peek

Posted on September 18, 2015 by Stacey Bewkes   •   3 Comments
What to do when a 19th century church on a historic town green in Connecticut needs to restore its rectory, also a classic structure from 1834? Organize a designer showhouse of course! Showhouse on the Green, opening Saturday in Fairfield, CT, celebrates the history and future of St.…
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Connecticut Cottages and Gardens Celebrates a Decade at a Stylish New Venue

Posted on September 16, 2014 by Stacey Bewkes   •   5 Comments
For the past ten years Connecticut Cottages and Gardens has been bringing the best of our state to its beautiful glossy pages. Each month (or two) editor in chief DJ Carey (now Editorial Director of the entire Cottages & Gardens family of publications) fashioned a book filled with glorious gardens, handsome homes and delightful discoveries.…
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Designer Page Turners in Connecticut Cottages and Gardens

Posted on October 1, 2013 by Stacey Bewkes   •   5 Comments
This month’s Connecticut Cottages and Gardens celebrates design with a beautiful issue that I am proud to be a part of. Find me officially on the contributors page for my interview with Mario Buatta and Ellie Cullman, discussing their new books, each other and the world of design.…
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Home for the Holidays

Posted on November 15, 2012 by Stacey Bewkes   •   8 Comments
Last night marked the beginning of the seasonal festivities for me with the Home for the Holidays tabletop event at our local award-winning retail florist, Nielsen’s. All ticket proceeds benefitted the Food Bank of Lower Fairfield County to help victims of Hurricane Sandy.…
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Designing Greenwich Preview

Posted on November 9, 2012 by Stacey Bewkes   •   6 Comments
This weekend premieres Designing Greenwich, an exciting new venue here in Connecticut. Upscale local publication Connecticut Cottages and Gardens,  with producers Meg Wendy and Mimi Sternlicht, have put together a fabulous showcase of art, interiors and style over the next three days.…
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Christmas in Connecticut

Posted on December 12, 2011 by Stacey Bewkes   •   24 Comments
The season is certainly upon us and everyone seems to be in the spirit this year. The stores are crowded, there is an upbeat festive fervor that fills the air and the only downside is the traffic and challenging parking situations – a small price to pay!…
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Rooms with a View Gala & First Reveal

Posted on November 6, 2011 by Stacey Bewkes   •   17 Comments
The Rooms With a View Gala last Thursday was a roaring success. In a festive venue, crowds gathered to see the designers’ inspiration. Many familiar faces perused the rooms. Above designer Leslie Allen with son, Rooms with a View designer Sam Allen and Connecticut Cottages & Gardens editorial director DJ Carey convene outside of Sam’s vignette.…
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