In the March issue of HGTV magazine, the editor's note by Sara Peterson was about her favorite chair and how it goes on and on and on...We understand the compulsion to buy something you love when you see it. She says that although she doesn't know how old the chair is or what's its official style, she doesn't care! The important thing is that it has Continue Reading
Antiques Get a Makeover
If you were able to come and see us at the 17th annual Antiques in Alexandria show, thank you! It was a great event with so many wonderful dealers, antiques and of course Mary Douglas Drysdale and other interior designers' booths. The three day event benefited three community charities in Alexandria, Virginia: The Twig (my volunteer group), the small branch that Continue Reading
Bohemian Chic
Browsing through Houzz last Sunday, I saw an ideabook titled Drum Up Bohemian Style Chic. I immediately thought of Amy Finkle's MoRockAnSoul Moroccan-inspired collection of faux tile patterns. Amy's designs, based on her extensive experience, are a perfect way to add some Marrakesh style to your home décor. Mix it up with stair risers, borders to cut to any size, Continue Reading
Clues to a Creative Collaborative Effort – Clue 1
How do you pull off getting three people you've never met in person to come together in less than a month for a major marketing endeavor? Well, it's difficult but with extraordinary people, extraordinary things can happen. Most companies wouldn't give away their sources but we want to let you know all about them. For the next couple of weeks I'll be mentioning clues Continue Reading
Tickled Pink
Did you guess the Signature Color for Mary's designer room for Antiques In Alexandria? It has us tickled pink.Here is the clue that was mentioned in Monday's post. Page 120 in the March issue of Better Homes and Gardens.We are tickled pink to be providing Mary Douglas Drysdale's Signature Color Lipstick Plus in Faux Linen for her designer room at the Continue Reading
