In Celebration and Support of Boston

If you’re looking for a bold way to show your support for Boston, Brendan Buckley has created pins that simply state, “Boston’s Not Afraid of You.” All proceeds go directly to The One Fund.

“Darkness cannot drive out darkness; only light can do that. Hate cannot drive out hate; only love can do that.” —Martin Luther King, Jr.

In the wake of what happened at the Boston Marathon, our hearts, though grieved, are filled with hope as we continue to see beautiful things rise above the tragedy. Incredible stories of love, compassion, and community continue to shine like rays of light through the darkness. In addition to our thoughts and prayers, we offer a celebration of Boston and a few of its talented artists in hopes that it will add to the support of that great city and her people.

Boston, we love you!

 

 

 

Jill Rosenwald
Jill Rosenwald’s shop is full of kitchen must-haves in bright, modern patterns. From bowls to vases to oversize coffee cups, these handmade items are sure to brighten your morning.

 

 

 


Earmark
Bridgette & Mike started their company, Earmark, in 2002 and have since established themselves as masters of letter printing. Their quirky style and tremendous imagination have them making everything from their signature greeting cards to banners and personalized pencils.

 

 

 

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Shelf Life

Maybe you received a pile of books for Christmas (lucky!) or you’ve made a New Year’s resolution to read more. Either way, these helpful accessories that we adore will keep your bookshelf stylish and organized.

Row One (left to right)
-These mystifying magnetic arrow bookends will keep guests guessing.
-The end is always near with this simple statement bookend.
-Flat metal bookends lend a helping hand on your bookshelf.

Row Two (left to right)
-James the bookend is always ready to step in and push back on your growing collection of volumes.
-There’s no more classic or iconic symbol of the New York library than the elegant lion sculptures flanking the steps. Lend a little of that gravitas to your own library with marble bookend replicas.
-“C” may be for cookie, but “B” is for book, and that’s good enough for me.

Row Three (left to right)
-Need a little more organization for your voluminous collection? Try these index-tabbed bookends for the ultimate in efficiency.
-All of the leather animals from this bookend collection are super cute, but we would especially love this brown bull bracing against a stack of books on our shelves.
-Stack a few of your favorite DIY volumes between these vice-grip bookends for an industrial look.

Inspired Artwork

We know that you have probably already put your Christmas decorations away, but we couldn’t help but share this artist’s work.

According to the artist’s website, “for Tazewell, life is a gumbo—rich with spice, madness included.” While artist Tazewell finds most of his inspiration in and around his Mississippi gulf coast home, some of his work is out of this world (literally! Tazewell designed the Auburn University flag that was left on the moon by fellow Auburn alumnus, astronaut Ken Mattingly.)

While he works in many media, some of Tazewell’s most popular works come from his clay nativity series. Double-fired with colorful glazes, these pieces are far from Christmas kitsch. The simple designs and crisp colors speak to Tazewell’s background in graphic design and advertising.

Purchase artwork and learn more about Tazewell on his website.

Chevron Wreath

Sorry to be gone so long—we’ve been busy, busy putting the finishing touches on our winter issue, due out at the end of the year. (Or you can order your copy online now.)

Among the great projects, inspiration, and DIY ideas, you’ll also find a wreath-making party aimed at brightening up your home after Christmas decorations are packed away. The story includes easy party recipes and directions for making our chevron wreath, but as a sneak peek, we’re going to share how to make the adorable flowers, leaves, and pinecones that take this project to a whole new level of happy.

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

To create flowers:
1. Cut circles out of felt. Trace a spiral design, beginning at the center of each felt circle, spiraling larger toward the outside. Cut out along the spiral.
2. Beginning at the spiral center, curl the felt in a rose pattern, and hot-glue in place as you go.
3. When flowers are complete, secure on the wreath as desired with hot glue.

 

To create leaves:

1. Trace small leaves on felt square; cut out.
2. Thread a large embroidery needle with yarn in a contrasting color, and “stitch” each leaf to create a dash pattern.
3. Secure one end of the yarn on the backside of each leaf with hot glue, leaving the other end loose on a few leaves to suspend from the top. For all other leaves, trim yarn, and secure both ends to the backside with hot glue.
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Small Screen Living

Ah, the land of TV—where story lines are wrapped up in a week, the quirky girl always gets the guy, and New York apartments are the size of a suburban ranch house. We can’t make those things happen for you, but we have rounded up some fun accessories from popular TV shows to bring a little Hollywood magic to your home.

Watch Your Step

The ottoman in Rob and Laura Petrie’s living room was a central character in the opening sequence for The Dick Van Dyke Show. We’re not really sure what color it was, but in the spirit of classic black-and-white TV, we think this lovely gray ottoman from Crate & Barrel is a good match.

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