In the Slim Aarons era of Palm Beach life, potter Dodie Thayer was a name known to all fashionable hostesses. Self taught… Read More
Entertaining
Stylish Entertaining at the NYBG Orchid Dinner
The tables at the Veranda NYBG Orchid Dinner were amazing in their diversity and creativity. Some designers focused on the… Read More
Happy Thanksgiving
As I prepare my table to celebrate Thanksgiving this year, I am so grateful to have my entire family home… Read More
Tabletop Gifting and Entertaining Preview
It’s that time of year when hints of THE season start to permeate our thoughts. This week is tabletop market so I spent… Read More
At Ease | Labor Day Lounging
It has been a glorious summer here in the northeast. Although it’s hard to believe, September is upon us. So… Read More
An Invitation to the Garden from Michael Devine
With our recent Siberian-like weather, An Invitation to the Garden arrived at my door like a welcome breath of spring…. Read More
Picture Perfect Parties
Even though it’s not officially fall, the “season” seems to have already gotten underway with invitations flowing in. How convenient… Read More
Thank you Lonny!
Last week I had the pleasure of hosting friend Michael Devine for a lovely evening on my terrace in Connecticut… Read More
NYBG Orchid Dinner Finale Redux!
Today we will take our final look at the tables of the NYBG Orchid Dinner. This event always immediately precedes… Read More
The New York Gift Fair Tabletop Temptation
I’m afraid my obsession for all things tabletop is no secret. The tiny butler’s pantry in our current abode was… Read More
Welcoming Matchbook at Dempsey & Carroll
Last month the charming digital publication Matchbook Magazine ran a lovely feature on New York’s venerable stationer Dempsey & Carroll…. Read More
Local Favorite Juliska at the New York Gift Show
Located not far from me in Connecticut, Juliska is a local design favorite. Their store in Stamford is a constant… Read More