Merry Christmas 2011!

Merry Christmas 2011!!!

Rainbow

Here is the rainbow tree I made that came from an ugly country style coat rack. It will now be a colorful addition to my Reggio Inspired Classroom, perhaps to hang documentation or family pictures from.

New Vignettes

Studio redo

In my ongoing quest to stay organized and on top of all my teaching gigs, this week I got another Expedit bookcase to organize my most used books and resources for classes. I'm pretty happy with the results. It should provide a much smoother transition back to work in the Fall!

New Vignettes

Rearranging

Just bought this piece of furniture at the resale shop at the end of my street to replace the cabinet that went up to my bathroom. Thrilled with the results in all rooms and added storage!

Just have to paint the bathroom cabinet, probably red.

BOSTON FLASH MOB -- May 22 2011

I was in this flash mob this morning. I am in the back left in the royal blue anorak!!

Lots of fun!

Happy Mother's Day

May your day be filled with beauty!

Happy Easter

84/365, a photo by Candy Pop on Flickr.

Flower Power

I just can't quit the flower power habit!

Chet is ready for Spring!

Freshening up

I usually love to rearrange furniture but for some reason in my current house, things seem to be where they are supposed to be, leaving less room for creativity. Instead I'm just switching up all my pillows. Liking that the living room feels a little more whimsical with these pillows.

Had the ultimate in fun last night attending an 80's prom. There is NOTHING I'd rather do than spend the night dancing to 80's music. One of the best parts is that miraculously, I was able to wear the same dress that I wore in 1983. Same dress and even better, SAME DATE!

Inspiration

I am hoping that since I got a new camera, I will be a bit more inspired for blogging. I can tell already that it takes WAY better photos. Here are a few things around the house that I'm loving.

Buffy & Mrs Beasley

Buffy & Mrs Beasley close-up, originally uploaded by toomanypictures1.

I was a huge fan of the show Family affair. I wanted a Mrs. Beasley doll so badly. This photo is so darling!

Vintage fabric neckties

Vintage fabric neckties, originally uploaded by kitschcafe.

Wish I could buy all of these for my husband!
Gorgeous!

Textile Love

...and more pillows..., a photo by yellowhouse72 on Flickr.

These prints make me so happy!

vintage medical cabinet

vintage medical cabinet, a photo by So Sylvie on Flickr.

This cabinet is exactly what I need for my bathroom!!!

Springtime in Washington D.C

Our recent trip to D.C was a nice break from the blah weather we continue to have in Boston. Here are some of the things that really perked us up.

We loved the Pink Betsey Johnson dress, just not the price tag!

Mother like Daughter

The collage my daughter made for her friend. Clearly it's in the genes!

This is very cool!

We’re All Mad Here

Before and After

The reveal

I've never done such a spartan room but Lucy loves it and it certainly gives her that zen vibe she was craving!!!

Dreaming of the sea

Check out my friend K's latest creation, this beautiful mermaid! Nothing better than mermaids and fairies to nurture the imaginations of little ones and cultivate their sense of awe and wonder. http://www.etsy.com/shop/cloudberrydesigns

Hello Dolly!

originally uploaded by DanielleT.

Totally inspired tonight, having found this newly created doll corner over at one of my favorite blogs:http://thompsonfamily.typepad.com.
I even have the exact same pink curtain shown at bottom right. I have a bunch of vintage wallpaper that will perfect for this project. Can't wait to start!

Makeover

This is the official "before" picture of my daughter's room before I transform it into a white, uncluttered, peaceful sanctuary (per her request). It served her well as a tween and young teen at the time but now, as a young woman, is looking for more of a grown up retreat to decompress from the demands of a busier life.

Stay tuned, much of the work has to be done while she is away over February vacation. I am very excited and have already made my Ikea and container store trips!

Aram Boghosian photo

Lola

My baby Lola with her new haircut. I worried she would be cold in all this snow but it hasn't slowed her down!

Jonathan Adler Buy This Room in New

Jonathan Adler Buy This Room in New

It would be so fun to put this same room together at a fraction of the price!

Sexy Sparkle

Love this decoration from the online shop ConFettisystem, which you can find here: http://confettisystem.bigcartel.com/product/tassel-garland-multi-color

Seems like this or one of their sparkly pinatas would be a great addition to my 45th birthday party in April. Sexy, sparkly, light and happy is the vibe I'm going for!

Tiki wow wow

Gary Porter

I'd love to be invited to a party at this couple's basement tiki bar! Check out the whole post at:http://www.jsonline.com/features/homeandgarden/113237464.html