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Super Secret Storage: Hidden in Plain Sight

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“I have far too much storage space.  ~Said no-one ever.”  Truer words were never spoken! In my family, growing up Southern was all about entertaining, so it was imperative early… Read More

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Sleeping with Louis (XV)

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When asked to designate my favorite piece of furniture in our home, I become very nostalgic in recalling the original setting for this particular piece – a lit a’ la… Read More

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New York for the Holidays: Windows and Wonders

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New York for the Holidays: Windows and Wonders

“It’s the most beautiful time of the year.” …and no city in the world sports a Christmas spirit and aesthetic like New York. It is positively magical! Spending time (even… Read More

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O Christmas Tree: Dressed for the Occasion

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Christmas Tree: Dressed for the Occasion

One of our favorite traditions at Christmas, and I’m betting yours too, is picking out our Christmas tree. Heading “up island” on the Friday after Thanksgiving to one of the… Read More

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Entertaining in the Kitchen: An Indispensable Must-Have

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Kitchen

This past Thanksgiving with friends gathered in the kitchen, sipping champagne as we put the finishing touches on a  concertedly healthy menu, I realized that I had one more thing for which… Read More

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Gingerbread Mansions of Newport

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It’s the first day of the festive month of December. What better way to celebrate than admiring the just unveiled selection of gingerbread houses at The Breakers. But not just… Read More

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Frances Schultz on ‘Beeing’ Happy at The Bee Cottage

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The Bee Cottage Story

One of life’s greatest pleasures is re-connecting with friends from past lives. Frances Schultz and I had known each other in Atlanta thirty years ago; she was with Southern Living,… Read More

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Monograms for the Home: The Art of Making your Mark

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Monograms are a favorite pleasure of mine, adding such personal details to this lovely world in which we are privileged to be a part. What a wonderful bit of serendipity… Read More

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Chic it Up! The Whimsical Artwork of Patricia van Essche

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Rosecliff - Newport RI

There’s nothing more enchanting to me  than refined and well-placed pen strokes on Strathmore paper…finished off with a luxurious watercolor wash in yummy colors. When Patricia van Essche’s work was brought… Read More

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Dallas Welcomes “Living Newport”: A Book Signing at Madison 214

10 / 5 / 157 / 15 / 20

What a beautiful setting for a “Living Newport” book signing! “The Setting”: Madison 214 in Highland Park Village, DallasThe Event: A champagne “Living Newport” book signingThe Date & Time: Friday, October… Read More

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Mother Nature delivered Parterre's woodland garden a one-two punch this winter. Since we're somewhat starting anew, I thought Id' share my inspirations. Pop over to the blog to enjoy the "many merits of woodland gardening"). (Link in bio) | 📷: @scottshigleyphoto

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