In the Boston Herald today: The New Needlepoint

maybe i'm late to the game, but i've been admiring needlepoint goods lately.  i love how authentic it feels paired with more modern elements in the home.  i also think it's a fabulous and unexpected accessory... like those camo Stubbs down there!  i think i need.  my picks in the Herald today...

About a year ago I noticed traditional needlepoint creeping into the contemporary fashion and decor world.   The resurgence of what most consider to be Granny's past-time took me a while to embrace.  Did I really like it?  It turns out I actually LOVE it and have been collecting odds and ends that feel incredibly stylish and (dare I say) even glamorous.  With so many disposable "insta-trends" being pumped out to the masses (you're a busy place, China), needlepoint seems like the perfect style antitode that remedies all the "too much too fast" in the marketplace (and in our closets & homes).  In fact, I'm contemplating picking up a needle and creating something myself.  Until then (this could take a looooong time) there are several charming items out there that graciously bow down to this time-honored and time-consuming art.  Nana never looked so fresh, fun & NEW!

 

1.  The combo of camo & needlepoint on these coveted loafers has me swooning.  Stubbs & Wootton

 

2.  Perhaps the CUTEST little change pouch I've ever seen.  Thank you, Jonathan Adler!

 

3.  I love this zebra phone case in hot coral.  Learn to make your very own with a kit from purlsoho.com

 

4.  A stitched sailboat wallet is a preppy staple.  Smathers and Branson has a vast collection of needlepoint goods.  

 

5.  You'll always find your keys if they're attached to this colorful fob!  Stina Stitches on Etsy.com

 

6.  Trina Turk also makes fabulous things to dress your home.  This pillow has me in stitches! 

 

can we talk...

...about LAUREN MOFFATT SWIM this season?!  it's out of control great- if you ask me!!!  everything is tasteful, witty, charming and, well, so so loveable (JUST how we like it).  so let's stop talking and have a good look...

(my FAVORITE is number 3 in this line-up)

 

numero uno below is a very close runner up...

the "cover-up" gear is is not only for the beach... (just wear a slip.  or a shirt). ;)

HOW to choose?  

if we don't have YOUR favorite in stock- just ask!  we'll order for you in a snap.

may we suggest...

...a light weight sweater and a (pretty perfect) scalloped collar for this chilly may day...

lately...

gosh- i love new england!  i keep saying this- but i can't wait to be back for good.  i sooo enjoyed being there last week... gorgeous old homes, great antiquing (those vintage butterfly nets for Holiday's window!), charming barns, time with my sister (check out her potential wedding dress- it's vintage-incredible), petal walks in my new favorite Target pajamas with rubes, decor shopping (did i tell you i was hired to decorate an apartment here in nyc?!), lilacs for days (these are from ange's yard), some badminton with my niece, and lastly... i finally got around to making my own tassel garland.  think it will be grand in the shop!  i'll do a tutorial here in the next few days...

:)

MOM

who knew that this little girl would grow up to be the best MOM in the world?! 

Happy Mother's Day!