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Intentional Design is Spot On!
Earlier this year I was invited to be a Brand Ambassador for the Snow Leopard Trust. Running a business takes...
An American in Grasse: A Love Story
Grasse: bucket list worthy!(Photo: Katherine Kirchner) There is a place in the South of France where perfume was born....
An Inspirational Lady Boss: Lois Del Negro
High Point Market is a place of where my Design Tribe gathers. The buyers, the influencers, the Designerlebrities, the Makers. It...
Mamma Arigatou
“You are a child of the universe, no less than the trees and the stars; you have a right to...
Gravity is My Therapist
My textile design studio sells pretty things. I have been practicing textiles and bringing pretty things to market for almost 20 years. My catchphrase is "Deliberate Luxury." When I first started to use those words, I thought it sounded fancy. Now, I'm feeling lucky I tossed those words together because the "deliberate" part applies to several aspects of the collection.
Setting Intentions with a Goddess: Angela Bassett
View this post on Instagram Caption Calm: She grooves, she purrs, she rises up, and Love's got everything to do...
May the Quartz be with You
The Quartz that lives on my desk... Quartz is known in the world of crystals as the "All...
Sparkletunity: I believe
Those of you that orbit with me know I like saying things like "I believe in magic" and "oh! That's...
ABC Home: When Stars Align
ABC Home is an iconic retailer that I have orbited with for over 10 years. It is an unusually...
Dear Star Family,
A new study came out, it appears we are all made of Stardust. Hooray! It all makes sense now! Check...
Wild Silk: A Love Story
View this post on Instagram Wild Silk is not just my outfit on Saturday night. It’s a way to...
Forever in Wanderlust
I am fluid in the world and well versed in city hopping. Some people call it jet setting (...
Design Tribe: Cece Peniston
This Design Tribe blog is a place where I celebrate strong women, those who inspire other women to be grounded,...
Woman Who Launch
This week we present a brand new collection in collaboration with York Wall Coverings. This collection is inspired by my Signature Collection...
Even Tornados Need Rest
This week, I invite you to join me in allowing yourself some rest. I decided that every...
Save the Date! Insider’s Info on HPMKT!
View this post on Instagram Rain, Don't try and stop us- we're accessorized, fearless, and completely having a great time...
An Invitation to Share Magic at Fashion Institute of Technology
Before I got involved in black tie challenges with hints of [innocent] mischief, I kicked off my recent "7 cities...
American as Moracaine: Fes Discovered
Morocco has been on my bucket list for years. This half Japanese girl that grew up in a minimal aesthetic environment wanted to one day be immersed in a land of decorative surfaces, shiny embossing on everything, and a land of "when in doubt – decorate it." The jewel in the land of Morocco for me was Fes.
Design Tribe: East Coast Hearts West Coast
View this post on Instagram When a customer gives you a gift like this it’s either a warning or a...
Happy Blue Year: 2019
On my recent trip to Morocco, I found a very special place. It was the Majorelle Gardens in Marrakech - previously owned by Yves Saint Laurent. This gorgeous, vibrantly painted, tranquil sanctuary was a passion project that lasted 40 years by French painter Jacques Majorelle, and then passed to Yves St. Laurent and his partner Pierre Bergé. Read more about the place that deserves room on your bucket list.
A Season of Gratitude: Sparkletunity Shop Girl gives Sneak Peak
View this post on Instagram This Holiday, Dream with Us. Xox Aviva Our Holiday Shop is Live! A post shared...
Suri not Sorry! Conscientious Fur comes Home
As makers ( and consumers) I feel a responsibility to make sure I bring things to market in a way...
You are to Report to Goddess Warrior Duty
Your Inner Goddess texted me earlier - you are to report for Goddess Warrior duty. :-) The picture that inspired...
A Tribe of Wellness Shares
I've decided to celebrate wellness this summer. And you know how they say misery loves company... teehee! #kiddingnotkidding ...
The Diva Of Brows Holds Court
Sometimes I have moments when I meet someone and it’s like: “Oh! We are going to be friends for a long time and today is the first day of that journey together!”
We Are All Creatives
Today’s blog post is a behind the scenes look at the different environments of some of our favorite creatives.
Slumber Party with American History
It's important to go with the flow - you never know who is going to walk into your showroom at Market and you never know when an invite for adventure can pop in and say hello.
What I Learned About World Peace at the United Nations
Dear United Nations, thank you for inviting me to share my art with you, the delightful people that are...
What Happens at HPMKT Does Not Stay in HPMKT: Design Tribe Secrets Shared
I am still not over how magical and interconnected last month's High Point Furniture Market was... Here’s a look at some of the highlights of our design tribe at market: we are so grateful to be able to orbit with such sparkling anchors in our community.
Commander in Chic - Rena Sussman at Fashion Institute of Technology
A couple weeks ago, I stood in front of the next generation of textile designers at one of NYC’s top...
Orbiting with the Cool Kids: Let’s have Lunch!
Market is about sharing, inspiring, and working together. It is the connection between maker and merchant. It’s a beautiful dance...
Heritage Brand #girlboss Stories
Painting on the spot at Norwalk Furniture The upcoming High Point Market is going to be a big one! I...
Design Tribe: Operation Black Tie
Gentle Reader, do not try this at home. This is a story about adventure on a rainy Saturday night in...
Valentine’s Day Maker: One Love
Inspiration Board for the One Love Collection in my design studio in SoCal You know the phrase: to love one...
Let Stars Light Your Way On Your Journey
Always around the holidays I am in NYC for appts, in store appearances, and other work type engagements. I...
Experiences: The New Luxury
Read about my initial discovery of a true game changer for the fragrance community. More than just a fabulous fragrance shop, it's a model for how we engage with products as customers. My conversation with the women that run the show enlightened me- I became smarter about engaging, defining, and educating customers about my brand…
3x Dream Catcher Champion: Secrets Shared
Mr. Antron Brown spoke my language. He didn’t flinch at all when I asked him what his spirit animal was. And, he believes in magic!!! This man is not only a 3x world champion, but he is entirely charming, down to earth, and one of the most delightful people I have ever met. He is surrounded and filled with light. So much so that he races at the speed of light. Could this be his secret?
House Art: 5 Easy Steps
Painting is like knitting, it takes you away. Your hands are working but really your brain is just playing, resting…For some it is baking. For others: coloring books, or crosswords…
I like to paint on any surface: leftover fabrics, cardboard, chalkboards, old windows, discarded objects. The less precious the better – this releases me from the pressure of “doing a good job” or making “art."
With these 5 easy steps, you can unplug and transport yourself. Or just take a moment to let go.
Five Ways to Make Halloween in Five minutes!!
Up at dawn, get the kids going – who has time to celebrate? We all do! Here are 5 easy peasy ways to spookify your world!
Restival Artist in Residency
After unplugging and living off the grid for a week with the Navajo on sacred land in teepees, I explored, reevaluated my connection with nature, art, and my community of creatives and dreamers. It was the most grounding, out-of-this-world experience. Restival founder Caroline Jones takes a moment to reconnect on the purpose behind her transformational, eco-luxe retreat in nature, and exactly why luxury is now redefined.
Save a Dance for Us at Highpoint Market!
The High Point Furniture Market is right around the corner! Please save the date for October 14-18th – we are so excited to see everyone! Please stop by our showroom, we would love to walk you through the new line, and of course share hugs and high-fives. We are in our usual spot in the IHFC building, Showroom 606 in Interhall. We are launching our One Love collection, which includes aurora borealis crystals, brand new designs in pillows and throws, as well as bedding.
Heroic House Beautiful
Detective Laurel and I are unlikely buddies at first glance. We have been buddies for over 10 years and it...
Design Tribe: Jaye Anna Mize
Hello Beauty! As you know the wind blows me all around to different adventures and it’s not often I am...
In Other News: Market was Super Fabulous!
Hellosies! First, it has been a BIG week for us – WHEE! ABC Home is doing a “design and discover”...
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