My lovely friend Suzanne, the Italian Girl in Georiga (who has marvelous photography in her Etsy shop), surprised me this weekend with snail mail! There’s something quite nostalgic and magical about receiving a letter in the mail, don’t you think? Inside her beautiful photography card was a useful article on vintage industrial lighting she clipped [...]
When I lived in Hawaii, I loved coming upon different tropical flower and craft stands in the rain forests — all which stood unattended, save for a simple metal box that accepted payment via the honor system. A few weeks ago, I wandered by a vintage sidewalk sale, whose cashier was a hat box that [...]
…your desk drawers, silly! I’m fascinated by drawers and cubbyholes, and the forgotten treasures that are stashed within. I also love seeing how people organize their desk drawers, be it muffin tins, wooden boxes, or the “I know it looks insane, but I know where everything is” system. With that said, I would love if [...]
Leah reminded me last week of the fantastic photography of Ormond Gigli, who was a prominent photographer especially in the 1950s and 60s — but more importantly, whose ability to direct photographs creates such timeless magic! Of course, his most iconic photograph is “Girls in the Window,” which was serendipitously shot in a dismantled brownstone [...]
At the beach this weekend, I could feel everyone sadly saying goodbye to the call of the sea (at least for those without wetsuits). To keep my workspace inspired, I found a few shells (fine, I bought them at the seashell shop by the shore). One works beautifully as a repurposed catch-all for my paperclips. [...]
I’ve been on an Airstream kick once again, as I have been spotting amazing deals on my local Craigslist. One day, when I have a tiny piece of land to call my own, I shall plop one of these vintage beauties in the backyard to be a studio / office. (For inspiration, check out these [...]
Prepare yourself for a visual journey through mid-century modern delight! Barry Smith, of STUDIO SMITH, a communication design firm, was kind enough to open his office doors for a Room Without a Key tour. Generous Barry also shared a fabulous secret with us, especially for those in the Chicago area: Jubilee Furniture Company is an [...]
Many readers have emailed me regarding the appropriate means in which to “take down” or “rip out” the old tacks and knots to prepare an antique chair for reupholstery. This process is one of the best ways to learn about reupholstery — especially regarding your specific piece. However, before you begin the deconstructing process, do [...]
Monthly Archives: October 2008