A Poem & A Painting: Empty Nest
Apr 20 2015 · 4 comments · A Poem & A Painting ·0
As Emily’s wedding to Nick approaches, I’m finding myself very reflective (and teary on occasion if I’m being honest) of the time I’ve spent so far being her mother. Time seems to be flying and it’s hard to believe that the wedding is less than three weeks away! It does seem like just yesterday that I was holding her in my arms…
Caught My Eye, Vol. 49
Apr 17 2015 · 1 comment · Caught My Eye ·1
Here are a few of the things that Caught My Eye this week…
Lilly for Target
Apr 15 2015 · 0 comments · Inspiration, Shops & Galleries ·0
Yes, you can add me to the legions of fans who are counting down until the Lilly Pulitzer for Target collection goes on sale this Sunday, April 19th. While I’m not typically a Target shopper, Lilly’s bold colors, fun patterns, and stock-up prices make this an event not to be missed ~ even if it means I’ll be shopping from my laptop :-).
Here are a few of the pieces I’ll be trying to get my {cyber} hands on…
Caught My Eye, Vol. 48
Apr 10 2015 · 0 comments · Caught My Eye ·0
Here are a few of the things that Caught My Eye this week…
Modenus BlogTour Vegas: My Interview with Poggenpohl
Apr 09 2015 · 2 comments · BlogTour Vegas, Press ·0
A star is born! I loved the opportunity to play investigative reporter at KBIS 2015 (Kitchen & Bath Industry Show) this year during BlogTour Vegas. I was given the opportunity by Veronika of Modenus to interview Poggenpohl‘s Jeff Roberts. Our chat took place in the middle of the show floor, with lots of people passing by. Take a peek and see what you think…
South Shore Media Room: A Cinderella Story
Apr 08 2015 · 2 comments · Behind the Design, Design Elements, My Designs ·0
Yes, this is a before and after story where a family lives happily ever after in a dream room…
It is always exciting to commence a new project for me. During the first consultation I have a custom questionnaire that I try to follow so I know about the needs as well as the wants of the client. This simple interview includes questions such as how many are living in your home and do they have any special living requirements? Do you like pattern? Do you like stripes? What is your favorite color and is there a color you just can’t tolerate? Do you have pets? Do you entertain often? As I was going through the questionnaire with the client for this project, I discovered that she has very definite likes and dislikes she when it comes to her home.
A Poem & A Painting: Girl With The Flower Headpiece
Apr 06 2015 · 0 comments · A Poem & A Painting ·0
This week’s painting was inspired by one of the Will Cotton photos I posted last week. Remember this?
Caught My Eye, Vol. 47
Apr 03 2015 · 0 comments · Caught My Eye ·0
Here are a few of the things that Caught My Eye this week…
The Wonderfully Sweet World of Will Cotton
Apr 02 2015 · 0 comments · Artists, Inspiration ·0
Born in Massachusetts and raised in New Paltz, New York, artist Will Cotton is a confectionary genius, bringing his visions of candy, cakes, frosting and more to life in the most imaginative and fanciful ways.
Posh Presentation Panel: Cape Cod Global Living Room
Mar 31 2015 · 0 comments · Posh Palettes Presentation Panel ·0
It has been quite a while since I last posted a Presentation Board and I do love creating them for my clients. One of my latest projects, on Cape Cod, is for a career woman who has traveled the world. I am enjoying our collaboration because she has a colorful, artistic, and global style that is translating into a comfortable but outstanding design.
A Poem & A Painting: Reflections of Spring
Mar 30 2015 · 0 comments · A Poem & A Painting ·0
Spring is trying to make its way into the Boston area ~ though it did snow again this weekend! That snow has melted and slowly, so slowly, the earth and the new growth of the season is being revealed…
Caught My Eye, Vol. 46
Mar 27 2015 · 0 comments · Caught My Eye ·2
Here are a few of the things that Caught My Eye this week…
Emily’s Colorful Custom Bridal Shower
Mar 26 2015 · 10 comments · Inspiration, Personal, Posh Parties ·2
After months of planning, this weekend it was finally time for Emily’s Bridal Shower! On Sunday, the bridesmaids, the Brother of Honor and I hosted the festive gathering. I am so excited to share the details of this lovely occasion!
Throughout the planning process, I have been so creatively energized with custom ideas to make the day extra special. I was thrilled to see these ideas come to life for the shower.
It all started with the invitation. I feel the invitation really sets the stage for the event. For Emily’s shower invitation I hand painted the design with watercolors and then added one of my favorite quotes.
A Poem & A Painting: Sparkle
Mar 23 2015 · 0 comments · A Poem & A Painting ·1
The sun is shining and though it is very cold (20 degrees in March?!), the light is beautiful as it sparkles off the snow. That imagery is the basis for this week’s poem…
Caught My Eye: Gorgeous Green
Mar 20 2015 · 0 comments · Caught My Eye ·0
For this week’s Caught My Eye feature I’m mixing it up and trying something new. I’ve picked a theme and finds that encompass five categories: Tile, Texture, Fashion, Art, and Wallpaper. It’s a bit of a hybrid between my regular Caught My Eye posts and an older blog feature, Pamela’s Posh Picks. With St. Patrick’s Day and the first day of Spring this week, Gorgeous Green is a perfect theme. Come take a peek at what Caught My Eye…
South Shore Art Center: Forever & After
Mar 19 2015 · 3 comments · Art Exhibits & Events ·1
Thou know’st ‘tis common; all that lives must die,
Passing through nature to eternity.
—William Shakespeare (Hamlet. 1.2.72–73)
I recently visited an amazing art show at the South Shore Art Center’s Bancroft Gallery entitled Forever & After. As the above quote selected by curator Bill Houser alludes to, the show’s themes revolve around the subjects of mortality, death, loss, mourning, monument, and commemoration.
“Sculpture has been used to commemorate and honor the dead since before the Egyptians built the pyramids, to ensure immortality for the spirits of those buried within. The essence of Forever & After is the exploration of the ubiquitous and prophetic themes of loss, commemoration, and belief in spirit with its uncertain evolution or transcendence, through the medium of contemporary sculpture.”
-Bill Houser, Curator
I adore mixed media artwork and this exhibit features pieces created with a wide variety of materials including reclaimed wood, doors, newspaper, and even a typewriter. Here’s a peek at a few of the pieces from the show…
A Poem & A Painting: Wedding Dress
Mar 16 2015 · 0 comments · A Poem & A Painting ·0
Emily has her second wedding dress fitting this week and I am in full preparation for her Bridal Shower next Sunday. The shower has been so much fun to plan with lots of custom details that I will share very soon. In the meantime, what could be more appropriate than a love poem and a painting of a wedding dress?
Caught My Eye, Vol. 45
Mar 13 2015 · 0 comments · Caught My Eye ·0
Here are a few of the things that Caught My Eye this week…
Ready for Spring
Mar 11 2015 · 0 comments · Inspiration, Posh Pinterest Boards ·0
Venturing to Philly last week and attending the Philadelphia Flower Show served to treat me to a tantalizing preview of Spring with all its luscious color and beautiful blooms. Now that I’m home the only color I seem to see when I look out the window is white ~ still. Winter can’t hold on forever though, even in New England. It might even hit 60 degrees today ~ wahoo! I went searching my Pinterest boards for over-the-top colorful inspiration and my Goldilocks Would Love To Sit Here board did not disappoint. Come take a peek…
Shades of Gray
Mar 10 2015 · 0 comments · My Paintings ·0
In my continuing efforts to improve my painting skills, I am taking a Drawing Class with Judy Rossman at the South Shore Art Center. Judy is an outstanding teacher with a very academic approach that is helping me draw objects with more confidence. Instead of a painting this week, I thought I would share one of our “homework” assignments which involved drawing and shading…