Monthly Archives: May 2009

Shower Curtain Chic

Take a look at my new minor obsession: A shower curtain festooned with grosgrain ribbon streamers? Yes, please. I first observed this marvel of shower curtain engineering in the latest issue of House Beautiful, which I decided to try out after Domino went belly up. So far I’m impressed.  You can get the shower curtain...

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Dressy dip-dye

J. Crew does it again! Take a look at this hot little number. Did I mention it has pockets?  { Embossed-cotton dip-dye Lorelei dress, $110 right here. } Brides – I consider this to be one of the most perfect rehearsal dinner dresses ever assembled. Not only is it gorgeous, it’s also symbolic. I look...

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Fun with Stamps

It seems every year the United States Postal Service decides that they cannot possibly deliver anymore mail until they receive an additional two cents from the general public. This year is no exception, and the new rate of 44 cents is officially in effect. I am already mourning the loss of my beloved Charles and...

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Fun Floral Ideas

I specifically made a point to visit Jayson Home & Garden the last time I was in Chicago…but failed to look up the store hours, and by the time I arrived, they had closed up shop. MAJOR bummer.  The good news is they have a website, and would you just look at the floral gorgeousness they...

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Bold Prints for Summer

Summers are not something us Valley dwellers pine for like the rest of the country. But I do enjoy colorful prints and graphic patterns that are abundant this time of year. I can just see myself in this breezy tunic, sipping a fruity cocktail with the windows sealed shut and the A/C cranked to 68°. ...

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