I’m a sucker for period pieces. Jane Austen films? I own them all. Mad Men? I’m obsessed. Happy Days? Aaayyyyy. (That’s my Fonze impression.) It should therefore be no surprise that I’m all over HBO’s Boardwalk Empire, a show set in Atlantic City during the prohibition era. It’s a semi-fictionalized glance into the world of the speakeasy, “classic” mobsters, and flapper dresses. The second season has recently started and we’re again treated to the show’s most enticing eye candy of all: Steve Buscemi sets decorated to exacting detail with the look of the time – the transitional period between art nouveau and art deco. If you oggle the fixtures during the show and ask yourself, “why don’t they make beautiful things like that anymore?” I’ve got a website you’re going to love. [click to continue…]
Lighting
The extent of my experience with lighting pretty much ends at an uncanny knack for getting electrocuted. Eight times and counting, folks. At this point, I’m just waiting for the big one. Maybe I’ll be able to speak Italian when I regain consciousness. (Or, does that only happen after surviving a lightning strike?) This is probably why Pottery Barn recommends hiring a professional electrician to hard wire their Mayfair Sconce. [click to continue…]
I love a good chandelier and ceiling pendant light. I think when chosen right, they can add a lot of personality to a room. I also love a southern drawl, so when I discovered that this eHow video about chandelier choices was presented by Nashvillian, Ann Myrick, I had to post it y’all. Here are some basic insights on how to choose the right chandelier for your space: [click to continue…]
Today we’re going to talk about the Red Dragon Gas Patio Lantern Tiki Torches, but before we do, I need to explain why I’m excited by them.
While most people, when asked what their favorite movie is, would likely list something poignant like Shawshank Redemption or Schindler’s List, the flick I love the very, very best is … [click to continue…]
A dimmer is a quick and easy way to add value to your home. A dimmer with a remote is a quick and easy way to be a playa’. Awww, Giggidy. If only the smooth, sultry voice of Barry White was included, the Lutron Maestro IR Dimmer with Remote would simply be the ultimate mood setter for those occasions when special lady friends drop by.
If charming the literal pants off people doesn’t motivate you, there are other good reasons to look into the Lutron Maestro IR Dimmer. We like that it’s easy to install, has a remote range of 30 feet and has several customizable options – such as programmable delays (giving you time to leave a room before it goes pitch black or letting your eyes adjust to the brightening light) and an ‘optimal lighting’ button – one touch sets your lights to the level you’ve pre-selected as your favorite. [click to continue…]
