As much as I would LOVE to hang sparkly crystal chandeliers from every ceiling fixture available, sometimes a little restrain is required. Whether it’s financially or aesthetically motivated, an empty light socket need not be boring and unadorned. Until recently, I had a lovely Le Klint 172b pendant hanging in the foyer to welcome guests upon ... read more
I like to share, contradictory to what my astrological sign states or anyone’s spoon that might find its way in my ice cream sundae, I really do enjoy exchanging information, ideas and experiences with anyone seeking my expertise. Although it may seem foolhardy to provide detailed instruction how to create the candy coating deliciousness that is ... read more
Having a business called apartmentjeanie, it is safe to assume I am a manic organizer. In fact, I have been guilty of over systemizing, which is really of no help to anyone, but we all have our compulsions. I have been indulging in my aesthetic addiction since early childhood. When I was home sick from school, I would feverishly re-arrange and ... read more
Everyone LOVES to display photos; unfortunately not everyone does it well. A collection of mismatched frames arranged on every single surface area in one's home doesn't convey the sense of family and friend pride, but someone who isn't capable of editing and maybe a little insecure. Photographs are mini (in most cases) 2 dimensional time ... read more
I have a client who moved into a darling one bedroom apartment dubbed "the club house". Her apartment is chock-a-block full of *interesting* architectural details that create quite the decorating dilemma. Most of these challenges will be documented in forth coming posts - do I know how to tantalize the reader or what? The first room to receive ... read more
Everyone of a certain age and financial status has shopped at IKEA. What were once originally considered disposable furnishings have now become household staples to most. Even though there is a BILLY bookcase in practically every Manhattan home, one doesn’t have to stifle her style for the sensible. Ribbons, decorative paper, mod podge and a ... read more
A memory board is an excellent way to display your photos, ephemera and mementos. Unlike a picture frame or shadowbox, the collections can be layered, dismantled and augmented on whim. It can capture the here & now or the past & cherished. Some are used to tell a story others hold a secret. Mine allowed me to utilize a discarded and ... read more
