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“word to the wise” wednesday: margaret russell

Tastes evolve -- which has always been the lifeblood of the interior design business.  ... I'm always puzzled by those who stick with the status quo, maintaining what has been instead of embracing a new design statement that reflects how far their aesthetic mind-set has shifted. -- Margaret Russell (Architectural Digest, …

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“word to the wise” wednesday: sallie giordano

[W]e don't take our house's history too seriously.  What this place is really all about is creating sweet memories for our children. -- Sallie Giordano (Traditional Home, October 2012) Sallie wasn't talking about Christmas ... but isn't making memories for our children the most important reason we decorate for the holidays? Remember it's …

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“word to the wise” wednesday: thom filicia

To me, Americana has always been based on the way people in this country actually live.  There's something rugged about it, something simple and clean, humble and restrained.  I love when things are humble.  I love when things are restrained.  I love when things are inspired by something fanciful, but …

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what are you thankful for?

I mean, this is not a dress rehearsal. When will you ever get to be beautiful, happy, healthy, and in your forties with young children again? -- Ruthie Sommers (Veranda, November/December 2012) Do you remember when Oprah introduced Sarah Ban Breathnach to the world, along with her book Simple Abundance and the …

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