THE RETURN OF PRETTY

New York's Bennison showroom is full of tea stained floral prints and blossoms---pretty all around. The visual impact of floral on floral is charming.


J.M Piers new mirror from the New York Gift Show has a rustic patina and light, soft colored accents. I love it because it looks like it was discovered at the Paris Flea Market. Find a retailer through J.M. Piers


Finding an attractive waste basket that adds and doesn't take away from a room is not easy. World's Away does tole accessories and metal furniture in classic, fresh forms. This hand painted waste basket with lilly of the valley sprigs is a nice detail to dress up a room. Find a bouquet at World's Away

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Pink Peonies painted on this hanging lamp are just the right dose of pretty. Check out the stunning selection of patterns from British resource Tay Lighting

SOMETHING SPECIAL: VALENTINE'S DAY

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Bernard Maisner is the caligrapher extrordinaire. His flourishes and swirls have donned many a wedding invitation from Mrs. Strong--the perfect pairing of beautiful thick paper and eye catching text. Now you can get some Maisner for yourself. This brolly is sure to keep you dry and chic in a blustery rain. Available through Tray 6

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Send a card that says it all. Jonathan Wright of Los Angeles does wonderful motifs often based on archival prints, and teamed up with Bernard Maisner for these cards, making the lush script available to all. Buy yours from Jonathan Wright and Company

VALENTINES DAY : WRAP YOUR GIFT RIGHT

Photo Courtesy of Paper Mojo
Photo Courtesy of Paper Mojo
Wrap your gift beautifully in this red and white Pasticchio Prints wrap. So pretty and elegant, they look like wood block prints and have an old world handmade quality to them. Check out their assortment of papers at Paper Mojo

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The Chinese Blossom paper from paper people Midori is handprinted on a strong clean red. Available from
Midori Ribbon

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This cute paper box will fit sweet nothings. Candy perhaps? From the store with wonderful objects that are always beautiful and special, Bellocchio

MOHAIR THROWS: THE LAP OF LUXURY

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I saw these throws at Barneys ages ago and thought--WOW this is the best tassel I have ever seen! Yummy, thick and in great colors, these are the throws you want in your life forever. I was so pleased when I came across the source, Susan Chalom. They will transform your bed with color, and when a duvet is too heavy mohair is a great temperature adjuster. Get more information from Options NYC

WILLIAMS SONOMA HOME BEDDING SALE: FRESHEN UP YOUR BEDROOM SCHEME

While everyone else is organizing and filing their paperwork, magazines and bills, you will be one step ahead of the game. Why not think about your bedroom? A new headboard, sheets, some spiffy Euro shams perhaps? Get what you need at friendly prices from Williams Sonoma Home in their annual bedding sale! Check it out early before all the good stuff goes at Williams Sonoma Home

Photo Courtesy of WS Home

Photo Courtesy of WS Home

PULL UP A CHAIR

Every living room needs a great upholstered armchair in the mix. Here are some great picks that I like for the pitch, scale and overall nice detailing that you will love to sit in fireside:

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Deco a go-go from Century Furniture

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Cool and collected from The Raymond Waites collection for Laneventure

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Nice legs, get your own at Century Furniture

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Simple and clean, a tight back done right from Hickory Chair

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Good proportion avialable now Century Furniture

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Small and cute as a button through Century Furniture

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The March Chair has curvy in a good way at Hickory Chair

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Just wanted to make sure I had your attention! OK, this is not a fully upholstered chair, but a great Bobin chair, at Century Furniture

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Tufting with a bare leg from The Martha Stewart Furniture for Bernhardt

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OK, not a big fan of slipcovered anything, but this works from Lee Industries

TAKE THE TIME FOR A PROPER CUP OF TEA

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Taking its cue from early American silver tea service, this teapot from Barbara Barry has soft clean and feminine lines. Make a statement on your tray with this piece. A great benefit to the silver is that the water stays piping hot! Get yours from Wedgwood

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This tea is incredibly good. It brews like a dream in a silk pouch and tastes delicious. Get it for yourself and a friend, from Mighty Leaf




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The ultimate book on brewing and types of tea, this book is for affecianados everywhere.


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Bone china cups lined in gold?! You are not dreaming--these beauties actually exist. Make a statement with these stunning cups. Your guests will feel like they are getting the royal treatement. Exclusively at The Neue Gallery




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Hans Przyrembel designed this tea caddy in 1926, and the design looks do current now. Italian design powerhouse Alessi produces this stainless steel version.
Create your own tea ceremony--the caddy complement your tea service be it modern or classic. From New York's Museum for Austrian and German art, The Neue Gallery