Monica Rich Kosann

Have you ever come across someone that seems to share the same values as you? I say 'seems' because I have never met Monica Rich Kosann but after finding her website via an ad in Elle Decor, I feel we share a value of family.

Why do I think that? Because of her product lines for carrying precious photos of your loved ones. I have looked long and hard to find an elegant way of carrying and wearing these mementos, in particular, of my daughter. I love the idea of a locket but none I found seemed chic... until now. Monica has gorgeous designs for carrying and wearing your special ones. Take a look...
The envelop ~ look how incredible this design is!


Monica is a celebrated designer and rightly so. I have just found the perfect gift for myself and several of my family and close friends.

I just wanted to share it with you. Enjoy!

Artist Series - Paula Zottoli

As I mentioned in a previous blog, I will feature artists from time to time. The other day, I put on a new blouse I bought at Ann Taylor - black with white polka dots. I love it. I was looking for the perfect earrings to complete the outfit. I found them - right there in my jewelry cabinet. They are pretty glass (I love glass) black and white earrings made by my dear friend, Paula Zottoli. So today, I am featuring her. The black and white glass earrings below are the ones I have (among others). Paula is an amazing artist. She renders beautiful painted glass art, creates lovely jewelry, and the most functional key chain I have ever seen. Seriously, the key chain Paula made for me revolutionized my ability to carry many objects and still have access to my keys. Genius! Paula also created for me the perfect piece of glass art for a Showhouse that I did. She painted the fabric pattern I used on the ottoman in the design onto a large glass vase that adorned the fireplace. It was spectacular! Paula uses the wonderful Etsy site to show & sell her work. Here are just a few of her creations. Check her out!