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Artist Spotlight: Frank Fruzyna (and a Correction)
I know this will shock many, but I made a mistake. Don’t worry though, because this is an extremely rare event so the odds are overwhelmingly against it happening again . . . today. I attributed the...
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Bruce’s Studio Space and Handiwork
Here are a few photos of yesterday Open House subject Bruce’s expert craftmanship and his studio. He also builds furniture and paints. Have a great weekend! Take a look at the craftsmanship for this...
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The Buenos Aires Children’s Fund (How to Donate)
Look at that face! As you read this (brilliant) post, please imagine Sally Struther’s voice talking over a quiet violin score: Let’s face it – times are tough, but they could be a lot tougher. Russell...
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Reader Survey: Did Rich and Noelle buy their house because it resembled . . ....
This is getting more and more strange (the sound of Christmas carols playing in an (endless) loop in my head was just replaced by the Halloween piano theme. Rich and Noelle’s Christmas Story (Top) A...
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Color Me Happy: Marco Polo Update (I’m biting my knuckle)
Moving on, Marco Polo is one of the most fantastic shops I’ve ever visited, and owners Brian and Alan deserve much credit. The use of color makes me so happy. If you enjoyed this post, please enter...
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We Interrupt this design blog: Bath and Body Works Body Butter
During these long long long Chicago winters it’s important to keep one’s skin well hydrated lest it become itchy, scratchy. I’m a recent but enthusiastic convert, so when my I could see the bottom of...
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Open House: Dave and Laura Soskin’s Wilmette Wow-Haus!
Dave and Laura are a funny, sexy and interesting couple living their dream after gut rehabbing an stately old brick home in Wilmette. You may recognize top-notch Interior Designer Laura from the...
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Trend Report: Circus & Carnival Decor
Ladies and Gentlemen! Welcome to the Greatest Show on Earth!!!! Have you noticed all the circus stuff popping up? This particular trend is very personal for me as it reminds me of my years as a...
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Trend Report: Mugshots
Speaking of mugshots, the noir collectables seem to be having their moment in the sun, which is always so pleasing after spending time in the slammer. I’ll never forget that glorious summer day we...
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Open House: James and Frances’ Decoratus Absurdum Abode
“Frances and I were talking about you earlier this evening,” wrote James in his response to my email. “Are you a mind reader?” It seems like a joke, but having visited he and Frances’ condo, I knew...
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