Porthault

I’ve been wanting to put a post together about my favorite linens for so long now but it seemed so overwhelming!  There are so many great examples of amazing Porthault used in such wonderful ways out there but here are a few of my favorite:  The linen closet of Alexandra Stoddard is filled with Porthault!…

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You need to know about this:

I am constantly looking for ways to save my precious four year old son’s masterpieces of art.  He brings a new one home from school almost every day so I have to get creative! When the amazing Sharyn Blond launched her new linen featuring your child’s artwork appliquéd on to one of her fine linens,…

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Q by Equinox

I loved being a part of the Q by Equinox blog with my holiday wish list.  It was a fun opportunity to share some of my favorite things:  Jewels by Cindy Chao, Linens by GAIA, and the North Texas Food Bank Food 4 Kids Campaign that I am co-chairing for the second year.

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Tablescape Tuesday: Haunted Mansion Halloween

I set a fun Haunted Victorian Mansion table for my demonstration at Taste of Charleston last weekend.  It was such a blast and I wanted to share some of my fun ideas with you! You can see all of the holiday tables I set in this image but it also shows the layers of lace…

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The sham is over!

When we go shopping for linens the stress and confusion can overpower the excitement of it all. I know what a dust ruffle, sham, and duvet are, but thread count, ply, matelasse, percale..those terms can persuade me to break out my acting skills. Not knowing the terminology that backs the world of bed linens can…

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Lee Jofa and de la Renta together at last…

Oscar de la Renta’s collections are filled with timeless pieces and the structure of each garment is simply unparalleled by most high fashion designers’. When you wear his creations, from his sunglasses and accessories to his ball gowns and outerwear, de la Renta allows his clients, followers, and admirers to feel powerful and luxurious. With…

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Tailgating Time! Five Star Tailgate Recipe Included!

Tailgating Time has arrived!  Our weather has been gorgeous and the football has been fantastic!   Here are few tips for a tailgate with tailored style: I am obsessed with this Vintage Coleman Steel-Belted Cooler from Orvis.  It is $149 but well worth it for the size and the charm!  It is a timeless way…

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Bridal Buzz!

I hope you will join me on Saturday the 25th of September for a Bridal Open House at The Linen Boutique on Lovers Lane.  There are some amazing vendors participating in the great Bridal Show and the first 25 guests will receive a gift bag valued at $700!  Amazing! I will be signing copies of…

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