GAME MANIA

Wow, big surprise, it snowed again!!! One of my favorite things about blogging, besides reaching out to the world and my wonderful readers, is the focused attention it takes. When I am blogging I am lost in another world and only thinking of creating..This morning I virtually visited Palm Beach! In a way, this escape, is free therapy but without the co-pay, sidewards looks or leaving the house!! ;) 1. I designed this kitchen for a young family and posted it a couple of weeks ago. (photo below). I had a few readers ask for the source of the art. Often times, out of respect for my client's, I do not share all of my design sources. In this case, I will. The artist's name is: Donna Walker. I love the colors in her paintings. See more of her work here.   This piece perfectly completed this colorful kitchen. Photo by : Ann-Marie Rollo 2.  I know milkshakes are usually a warm weather treat, but I may break the rules today and order a chocolate/peanut-butter version at the diner ...

I say: If you can't go south, head north! I would LOVE to be jetting of someplace toasty this winter, but I don't think it's happening..There's just too much going on at my home base. I am lucky enough however to have my parent's log cabin in Vermont to visit! (Top photo is of my brother in law, niece and nephew). Their home is 30 minutes from Killington Mountain. Matty and I are heading up there this weekend for some outdoor fun and a bit of apres ski of course!! Other images from top to bottom:  - This bathroom by designer Frank de biasi is pretty much what I would design if I had a ski chalet.  - Aerin Lauder's ski house in Aspen is by far a favorite! Image via: Vogue - I love cozy hats. I think I need to scoop up a Canada Goose one just like this!! - Being outside on a mountain, under sunny skies with perfect conditions is fabulous!! - Apres ski in front of a fire after skiing all day is even better! Frank de biasi http://rstyle.me/n/v3yf2pwjn - hat

Some of my friend's and I (including Matty) headed to Provincetown or what New Englanders dub "P-town" last Saturday. We are now coining this venture the annual "p to p" trip. Provincetown is located at the very tip of Cape Cod. We took an 1 1/2 ferry trip over from Plymouth, Ma. and spent the day eating, shopping and having a few cocktails! It was a blast. P-town is a fun, colorful, diverse coastal community. Next time I would love to visit for the night. I hear the parties are not to be missed! Here are some highlights and a few of my photos along with a darling boutique B + B that I may need to stay at next year! We ate an amazing lunch here!! Not sure why this turned out so blurry. Matty and I are on the far left hand side of the photo! A photo of the boat ride home. Salt House Inn

I went to New York for an extended weekend. It was a whirlwind but amazing time. Fashion week began the night I arrived so the city was abound with fashionistas. I flew down to meet a very sweet friend who was kind enough to invite me to stay with him at  Andaz Hotel . (a peaceful escape from the craziness). We fit so much into this trip. Here's a short photographic journey of some of the things I did and sites I saw. I was also able to catch Book of Mormon on Broadway! I know this sounds cliche, but I LOVE NY. It's one of my favorite places to visit and is only a 45 minute flight from Boston. From Top Left to Right: 1. Street artists painting the doors of Hotel Andaz. (Where I stayed) 2. Detail of sculptural at The Met 3. Tory Burch lucite and brass door pull detail. (Meat Packing District location) Middle: 4. View from the Boathouse in Central Park 5. Bryant Park Bottom: 6. Painting Detail of Bohemia Lies by the Sea - Anselm Kiefer (and the color inspiration for my new room ...

 HERE IS WHY:  The sheer beauty and history All the vintage truck and cars jeep top down freedom The quaintness The brick and cobblestones The amazing interiors!! The fashion and people (everyone is there to have a good time) The architecture The Beaches The gardens Oversand vehicle permits - perfection A cottage like this would do me just fine!! I walked by this one all week. The nightlife (yes, I still go to the box!) The shopping The celebrations Nantucket is up there on my list of "favorite places" on earth. I try to visit as often as I can, which really isn't enough! I've only missed one summer visit over the past 20 years! I'm hoping to spend at least one month out of the summer there someday! A girl can dream right?? Always! Never stop dreaming!

I'm loving Kelly Wearstler's refined fabric collaboration for Lee Jofa's Groundworks collection. Charcoals, blacks and cream tones paired with bright shades are sitting well with me right now! A couple of my girl friend's and I are thinking of heading to Miami for a getaway this Fall. (the plus side to using my Amex too much - free miles) I vote that we stay at the Miami-Viceroy . I'll at least grab a drink there to take in the amazing design details! I've been a fan of Kelly's work since I was in grad school, that was about 12 years ago. (I hate to date myself) The entire design hits on so many details that I'm currently adoring! See my mentions below! I love that Kelly marches to the beat of her own drum, her designs and fabrics feel more artist and dynamic then anything else. When I move I think I need to cover something in the charcoal and cream faux bois print (top pillow above) LOVE: Limed wood paired with aqua and deep cobalt Architectural outdo...

Do you have a wish list? I'm sure you do! I love to travel, and am always excited to stumble upon unique and inspiring boutiques, so I was THRILLED to discover Shopikon . It's a genius site and phone app that does the research for you. Shopikon celebrates the independent retailer and the shopping experience in cities around the Globe. I've always dreamed of taking off to London, and here's why... 1. THE AMAZING ARCHITECTURE AND THOSE ADORABLE LITTLE SPORTS CARS 2. TO VIEW THE STREET FASHION, FIRST HAND 3. TO TAKE IN THE HISTORY AND HERITAGE PHILLO 4. THE SHOPPING. LONDON IS FULL OF AMAZING BOUTIQUES. I COULD SPEND DAYS PERUSING ALL OF THE SHOPS. HERE'S A PEEK AT A BEAUTIFUL FLOWER SHOP. I'D BE INSPIRED BY THE COLORS, TEXTURES AND DISPLAY. CLICK ICON FOR ALL THE DETAILS + INFO!! cheers!