Author Archives: Krista Salmon

08.28.13

fauxmica.

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I have had a lot of readers ask me about our kitchen countertops over the past year.  They are Carrara Marble slabs from Dominion Granite.  I love having marble in our kitchen, but I also don’t mind the patina that builds on marble countertops.  I like to think of them as my kitchen memoirs.  Many people stay away from marble because of 1.) the patina and 2.) the cost. Screen Shot 2013-08-27 at 12.43.26 PM

Now, take a look at these countertops.  What do they all have in common?

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08.27.13

fall accessories.

Fall Accessories.001

 

horns  |  snakeskin boxes  |  lamp  |  tortoise shell paperweight | agate candle holder | amethyst rock  |  wishbone  |  greek key tray  |  clamshell  |  pillow  |  cobra  |  spheres  |  figs  |  basket

Fall is my absolute FAVORITE time of year.  I love switching up a few things to welcome crisper weather.  Here are a few of my selections this season.

08.22.13

fallen princesses.

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I just love Dina Goldstein’s “Fallen Princesses” series.  As the mother of two little girls who certainly went through the Disney Princess phase, it is refreshing (and somewhat depressing) to see her portrayal of “princesses” facing modern issues.  As long as my kids don’t end up like Pocahantas, we are good.  #crazycatlady

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