the new solar shade I installed this morning in our study all by my lonesome. Who said girls weren't handy?Although next up the one twice as long.... just need to wait for the second shipment of missing hardware from Smith and Noble. Read more
What happens when you let an artichoke go to seed?From its silvery green foliage, a stunningthistle flower is born.Its cousin, the Cardoon, is equally striking flower-wise andmakes an excellent gratin too.In fact, both are edible members of the thistle family, Cynareae.This large tribe of plants can be beautiful, delicious, healing and downright evil - just like any family, really. Thistles have... Read more
45 Three Modern Vintage is having a SALE!!! 1051 1/2 S. Fairfax Ave Los Angeles, CA 90019 323-932-0832 examples of some of their wares Friday 4/9 2 pm - 6 pm Sat 4/10 8 am to 4 pm Read more
I like where this is going. We were looking for a napkin holder, but has anyone noticed how all napkin holders are super ugly, functional and just scream "NAPKIN HOLDER!"? So what better use for the Nambe collection than as a napki holder and fruit bowl. And I like the addition of the Jonathan Adler fishie shakers. Breakfast table to be replaced by this faux Saarinen IKEA table and chairs to be... Read more
I love this graphic by Maharam. Would make a great large painting over our back console in our living room..... hmmm... project? Read more
Jenny at Little Green Notebook posted this article about cement counters in lieu of carrera. Interesting idea. But what is more novel is the use of old lockers as a pantry in this kitchen. Also love the blue cabinets and subway tile backsplash. Am I a bad designer if I copy this look completely? Read more
Here is a better image of both lanterns in the room together - and Scott standing precariously on a ladder cleaning one. Read more
When I think of the grilled wild boar bacon at Little Doms Although this looks mighty good too Read more
is coming along Before (ski chalet style) During (sad fireplace with cardboard face)Now (not "After" since it's not done yet - lots of new stuff)And first dinner party under new very large lanterns Read more
New Fave magazine Who's going to make me one of these cute Scandinavian pillows - super easy DIYAnd these moss panels are cool, but more importantly where do I get this dress? Read more
is by far the best BBQ in LA - I would maybe even go so far as to say the best BBQ I've ever had. AND it's in Eagle Rock! not to sweet, perfect spiciness Collard Greens = yumMac and Cheese = yumFried Chicken = yumCute little cottage it is housed in also = yum Read more
A fun room.... It also makes me want to eat an artichoke or an avocado. Read more