When I saw a $10 price tag on a beat up, pleather ottoman, mercilessly separated from its dated “bachelor pad” fake leather, big box store, mother-ship of a sofa, something just came over me. I had to polish the diamond. Cut to two hours later and I have a 3 foot by 3 foot padded…
Why I love Thrift and Antique Stores
I love the hunt. There’s nothing like finding a one-of-a kind piece and figuring out ways to bring out its best or how to mix it with the other things you love at home. Each of the pieces I found this week just gave me a good feeling. I can’t explain it, but maybe you’ll…
Why Actual Books Need to be on Your Bookshelf
Not just random vessels and imitation roman busts. Too often in interior design media we see bookshelves filled with everything BUT books. How many times have you seen photos of a celebrity home or an editorial shoot where something about the living space just felt staged and sterile? I would bet that they didn’t have…
How to Style a Vintage Armchair
Vintage 1970s Armchair Featuring a Large Scale Autumnal Print – Context is Key Found as a pair at a St. Louis area antique mall, great finds like this are an excellent way to add a new element to a space without busting the budget. 1970s large scale prints typically use those familiar earthy brown, orange,…