Country Living
It was a huge honor to be chosen as one of Country Living’s Women Entrepreneurs 2008. I’m very excited to be attending the conference in Chicago in a few weeks!
New Years Day Breakfast: A Frittata Recipe
When New Years Day dawned, and hunger hit, I had to take into account several things: first of all, the grocery store was closed. Secondly, I have resolved to a) fit into a wedding dress in six weeks and b) maintain a healthier lifestyle in 2008. Lastly, I have a distinct distaste for eggs, but…
We Love Our Reps!
I’m off to a sales meeting today with our Dallas-based rep group, Erik Hahn. I love this group of people! They are so much fun, and we always have a great time reminiscing about early designs, goof-ups and things that happen at market. Today’s meeting will be no less fun. I’ve promised to bring a…
It Had to be Pink
Pink Wedding Flowers, originally uploaded by whitneyenglish. When you subscribe to the theory, “too much is never enough”, it can be hard to decide on certain favorites. As a designer, it makes editing a challenging task. Over the years, my favorite color has fascilated. During the high school years of teenage agnst, I was a…
We Love: Nanny McPhee
We’ve seen Nanny McPhee half a dozen times. The whimsy in it never ceases to inspire and entertain us. The soundtrack is relaxing as well. “Snow in August” is a beautiful, magical composition. [youtube=http://www.youtube.com/watch?v=u9jNeekBKBU]
We Love: The Devil Wears Prada
We love The Devil Wears Prada. We love Prada, and while we don’t claim to be The Devil, can be somewhat devilish. And we love Girl Power, a byproduct most definitely experienced after a viewing of TDWP. [youtube=http://www.youtube.com/watch?v=zicgut4gpwU]
Registry Inspiration
Some casual, everyday china ideas:
Shop: John Derian
One of my all-time favorite home accessories designers is John Derian. In his true right, he is actually an artist, transforming ordinary glass into glimpses of the past. He has a charming shop in New York City that actually doubles as a curiosities shop. Walking in the door, you feel like you are in part…
Flowers in February
We haven’t met with a florist yet, but I am almost certain that the wedding is going to be pink and green, with some sort of neutral accent. (Champagne? Brown?) Here are some floral ideas I’ve gathered so far.