by Mary Margaret Vasquez | Jan 14, 2019 | Inspiring design
Paul Fortune combines noteworthy advice, photos of his sophisticated restrained design work, and witty commentary to make his book, Notes on Decor, etc. worth buying. Before buying a design book these days a peek inside is a must. There are too many books out there...
by Mary Margaret Vasquez | Jan 5, 2019 | Housekeeping
To contrast the decadence of Christmas, a strict about face is in order beginning with a good cleanse as advised by some wise French grandmothers. A diet of blended green juice is not for me even after a month of champagne and Christmas cookies. A cleanse for the home...
by Mary Margaret Vasquez | Dec 18, 2018 | Christmas
Some of the best Christmas gifts require little money, lots of time, but display loads of creativity. Extravagance at Christmas is part of what makes it so special. Decadent cookies, cocktails, chocolate are everywhere you turn. Conversely, extravagance can be an...
by Mary Margaret Vasquez | Dec 8, 2018 | Christmas
Christmas magic used to spill out of shelter magazines inspiring homeowners to celebrate the season by creating beauty and whimsy throughout their homes. November used to mean the arrival of Christmas-themed design magazines. They marked the beginning of the season as...
by Mary Margaret Vasquez | Dec 1, 2018 | Books
Giving a book is giving inspiration, dreams, escape, and hope that is possible anytime one chooses to simply pull open the cover. There are so many things to love about Christmas. One of the best things is being Santa. As the years have passed shopping is less...
