Monthly Archives: May 2011

May 25, 2011 – 5:00 am

Week Twenty: Spruce Flowers & Home

I absolutely LOVE the website for Minneapolis florist Spruce, from the glimpse at the shop’s flower bar (with pleat-skirted bar stools) to the genius idea of showcasing what’s “in the cooler”. Owner Amy Backman has infused the space with charm: wish I could pop in for a bouquet. images courtesy of amy backman/spruce you can […]

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May 18, 2011 – 5:00 am

Week Nineteen: Alyson Beaton

How sweet are these letterpress baby announcements from Chicago designer Alyson Beaton? Loving their clever simplicity. Click over to Alyson’s new site, Grow Books Press, or to her blog, to see more (like a delightful butterfly poster) and order. images courtesy of alyson beaton

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May 11, 2011 – 5:00 am

Week Eighteen: Bobbette & Belle

Nothing stirs up feelings of wanderlust like a gorgeous shop, with bonus points if it’s a patisserie. So when I came across Bobbette & Belle, a charming artisanal pastry shop, in the May issue of Canadian House & Home, I immediately envisioned a summer trip to Toronto. Doesn’t it look perfect? I’m particularly drawn to […]

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May 10, 2011 – 8:05 am

Behind the Screens

Emily at Work Hard. Love Harder. was kind enough to interview me for her “Behind the Screens” feature. Please click over and have a look …. thanks, Emily!

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May 4, 2011 – 5:00 am

Week Seventeen: And George

Through serendipity (also known as closely reading the ads in Garden & Gun) I have re-discovered Charlottesville shop And George. Mother/daughter owners Jan Roden and Christy Ford have an easy yet refined interior design aesthetic. (Elegant but habitable: my favorite combination.) The And George online shop is full of appealing furniture and accessories for your […]

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