For today’s design story, I wanted to share with you some exciting news in the design industry: the launch of McLaurin & Piercy, a new brand of weavers inspired by American heritage and craftsmanship. Founders Clay McLaurin and Todd Piercy believe in producing textiles in a responsible fashion, right here on American soil and have made it their mission to honor the quality of local craftsmanship through their new collection of woven textiles.
Decorating (or redecorating) a room is a complex process that involves many layers, not the least of which are the accessories – that final touch that makes all your efforts come together into a room that feels cozy and welcoming. To fight the cold and gloomy weather that’s been plaguing New England these last couple of months, I’ve been lighting a lot of candles around the house, especially during that soft hour right before the sun starts to set. Unfortunately, last week I managed to break one of my favorite glass hurricane candle holders and I was bummed because it was a sturdy little guy that had survived all our cross-country moves and it felt like saying goodbye to an old friend. Anyway, that’s glass for you… and with my butter fingers, I’m surprised I did not break it sooner. I started looking for a new one the other day and I wanted to share with you my finds, in case you’re also looking to replace yours or to add to your existing collection. (I hope it’s the latter.) Disclosure: This post contains affiliate links.
View PostJanuary is slowly winding down and while the days are still lifeless and bleak, they give us plenty of time to spend indoors, dreaming and planning for the months ahead. It is also a perfect time to have a look at some awesome new design and gardening books that are going to be released in 2022. If you love decorating books and are always on the lookout for a great new addition to your shelves or coffee table, then you’ll be happy to see some promising titles on this list. I know I want them all! Here are some great design books in 2022. Disclosure: This post contains affiliate links. As an Amazon Associate I earn a commission on all qualifying purchases.
Garden Maker: Growing a Life of Beauty and Wonder with Flowers / January 25, 2022
When we moved into our Cape Cod style cottage two summers ago, we had a long list of goals & projects we wanted to tackle and very little patience. The house had been well-cared for and preserved over its five decade existence but very few things were updated. At the top of our list (along with painting all the rooms and removing the popcorn ceilings) was a fireplace surround makeover.
Over the winter break I’ve developed a slight obsession with the work of Michael S. Smith and orderer several of his books. Although every book is lovely, Michael S.Smith – Houses, published by Rizzoli in 2008, is by far my favorite! Obviously, a book published in 2008 hardly needs an introduction or review on my part. However, in the sea of countless design books that are being published each year, the good ones naturally rise to the top and become classics worth returning to time and time again.
