My daughter Lily and I recently spent a leisurely afternoon exploring the booths of a local antiques store. We were delighted to find lots of vintage dollhouses for sale on the second floor of the shop, and she thought we should buy one (or ... Keep Reading
Decorating with Antiques: Renita’s Colonial in Rye Brook
Remember the Kitchen Contest I hosted last year? Renita's impressive makeover took home the prize. She's an "antiquing fanatic" who wanted to make it look like it belonged to a simpler time. Now she's selling her charming Farmhouse ... Keep Reading
Before & After: Kim Creates a “New Vintage” Kitchen
Kim's original kitchen had a few strikes against it. For one thing, the tile countertops were a pain to keep clean. She knew there were original hardwood floors under the vinyl and wanted to restore them. And since it's in an old ... Keep Reading
A Mix of New and Vintage: Silvina’s Kitchen in Argentina
Welcome to Silvina's kitchen in Argentina, where her love for vintage collections and antique furniture is on display. She submitted these photos for my kitchen contest, saying, "Living through a big kitchen remodel can be difficult. But ... Keep Reading
Before & After: Renita’s Thanksgiving-Ready Dining Room
Last week I showed you Renita's amazing kitchen makeover. She's a reader who entered my Hooked on Your Kitchens Contest, and I loved her new dining room, too, which looks like the perfect gathering place for Thanksgiving dinner. This ... Keep Reading