Tom and I have had a bit of excitement at the house. Our home and collections were photographed for Martha Stewart Living. Yes, indeed! Hence my absence from the blog - we were busy cleaning, scrubbing, waxing, and polishing everything. Just for Martha :) I want to thank photographer Helen [...]
Spring, we've been eagerly awaiting your return! Speaking of return, Tom and I are back from a buying trip abroad. There are antique mirrors, garden items, French paintings, Continental and Swedish furniture, decorative goods and a few surprises coming in April / May. So please start making room :) I [...]
When New York architect W. Stephen (Steve) Wood and clients toured a dark and dated 1920s Spanish Colonial house, they were all charmed by the modest home's grand spirit with its arches, wooden beams and gracious step-down living room. Beyond that, endless little rooms resulted in a dizzying floorplan, not [...]
My niece Becky was thrilled with all of your feedback on the blog post of her sitting area - many thanks to everyone! Quite a few of you suggested a lacquered desk, so she has ordered the following from West Elm: Becky will be pairing it with my Wishbone chair. [...]
There is something soulful about a historic home. Who can resist gorgeous moldings, period mantels and other gracious architectural details like pillars, high ceilings, etc? And the patina, that only comes with time. I think many of us have walked past an older house, admired its personality, and even envisioned [...]
Do you know my good friend Kelly Elko who writes the popular blog Eclectically Vintage? Kelly is an inspiration: she loves decorating and restyling her home - many times with antiques, yard sale goodies and even curbside finds. She has an original point of view, which I really admire. Kelly [...]
My niece, Becky, just purchased her first place - really proud of her!!! Becky's small condo has a room that's referred to as a second bedroom, but truth be told, it is beyond tiny and does not have a closet. I suppose a twin bed could be crammed against the [...]
In case you missed my previous post, Tom and I have decided to downsize and sell our DC home. Many thanks for your calls, emails and blog comments - much appreciated! Your compliments and support warmed our hearts, as we have poured much passion into the restoration, renovation and work [...]
W E L C O M E 2 0 1 5 ~ A happy and healthy new year to all. I made just one resolution: to wake up early! For the record, I've already broken it :( Ohhhhhh, well! After the bustle of the holidays, this is the time to [...]
Greetings ~ So here it is: another holiday season! I hope you are feeling as festive as I am. Jingle! Jingle!! What are your holiday plans? Christmas Eve is traditionally spent with the Troeschels, and this year, Tom's brother and sister-in-law, Paul and Chris, will graciously host the family at [...]
