Spring has sprung in Chicagoland. (Or so they say, despite super chilly mornings and breezy afternoons, too). And although our winter outerwear is still very much within arm’s reach, it’s the month to get out back (or front) and begin weeding, planting, soiling and tooling around the plot (or plethora) of land you love to […]
Carrying a well-organized handbag gives a woman confidence. When you can locate a business card, band-aid or lipstick at a moment’s notice, you feel prepared and competent and every errand, meeting or carpool goes more smoothly. Whipping your purse into shape only takes a few minutes and, as Marjie Killeen discovered, provides a big […]
This year’s Antiques & Garden Fair at the Chicago Botanic Garden had wonderful displays, (Hellebores and Euphorbias will be popular in gardens this year) and lots of beautiful antique accessories for the garden and home.
Want one easy thing you can do this Earth Day to make an environmental difference locally and worldwide?
How many times have you pulled off the dry cleaning bag and wondered if that funky chemical smell should alarm you?
Having a mudroom is uber-important to Chicagoland families, no matter how big or bite-size their home may be.
Who doesn’t dream of having Ina Garten’s kitchen?
Yesterday, one of our employees, who lives in Winnetka, was burglarized. We’d like to remind our readers that even in our very safe communities, crime does happen. Watch out for your neighbors and call if you’re concerned about an unusual truck or activity. Lock your doors and windows. After having workers in your home, double […]
Flowers and plants may be required at a soiree, but a growing number of designers are ditching the lace and Baby’s Breath in favor of arrangements and centerpieces with a more contemporary aesthetic. “There is an explosion of modern, simple home decor that has been going strong for awhile now,” says Epoch Floral co-owner Mike […]
Richard Norton Gallery founder Richard Norton and Gallery Director Susan Klein-Bagdade share their collecting tips. Located at the Country House in Deerfield and on the sixth floor of the Merchandise Mart, Richard Norton Gallery specializes in nineteenth and early twentieth century American and European impressionist and modern paintings, drawings and sculptures with a special focus […]
