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LIVING WITH BOOKS in the country.
SURPRISE! – Here is a link to some “good reads”, all about living with books! CLICK HERE
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TRAVEL – 5 Wintertime Luxury Ruralist Getaways.
In the late 19th century, many of America’s richest and most illustrious families built magnificent getaway homes in the northeast to connect with nature in the summer and winter. They built their “cottages” with all of the rustic splendor that their newfound wealth would allow. Some of these luxury compounds, in the most beautiful rural […]
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TALENTED PEOPLE – Karen at Artel Glass.
Karen Feldman is a nice girl from New York City, and, a force to be reckoned with! Since 1998 she has built the globally recognized (and venerated) crystal brand ARTEL , opened three retail store and authored an award-winning Prague travel guidebook. I know Karen as a wonderful person who has talent, patience and persistence. […]
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HOMESTEAD HOUSE CALL – A Christmas visit to a house that is a Colonial – Mid Century mix.
On a small road, nestled at the top of its own hill, a transformed colonial (former) worker’s cottage sits proudly on view. I’ve passed this home many times and now finally have been able to photograph it to show you the surprise that waits inside. The owners (One an accomplished painter and the other a […]
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HOMESTEAD HOUSE CALL – Privet House Boutique in Connecticut
New Preston Connecticut might be the quaintest little village you’ve ever seen. A gently flowing river runs behind the antique shops and intimate bakery / deli that line the main street. Nestled right in the middle, Privet House Supply, is the quintessential Connecticut country chic boutique, the brainchild of Richard Lambertson and Suzanne Casino. The […]
