August 2013

TOM SCHEERER DECORATES.........BOOK REVIEW AND GIVEAWAY

 So many design books by so many designers enter and pass through my mind with minimal notice, occasionally my attention is snagged and my i...

CanadianPrep Does South Beach

It may be nearing the end of August, but this gal is just now enjoying her first official vacation of the year. And let me tell y'all, i...

Design.........Atlanta

ATLANTA..........Mecca for Design Finally getting around to sharing what captured my eye, come join me!  My brilliant friend Lisa has an eye...

ALICE GUY-BLACHE: SILENT CINEMA'S FIRST FEMALE DIRECTOR...

Alice Guy-Blache (July 1 1873 - March 24 1968) Today her name is barely known, but Alice Guy-Blache was an astonishingly talented film-maker...

Lilly Pulitzer Makes it to Toronto

Yes, you read that right. THE Lilly Pulitzer has opened up in the Greater Toronto Area.  I just about died when I walked by, stepped back, r...

Design Inspiration......Restaurants

In childhood my parents allowed me to choose restaurants while traveling. This assignment was taken very seriously and my requirements were ...