While digging around for a stock image (don’t even ask what I was searching for), I stumbled across something so gloriously random I had to share: Barbie, dressed as one of Santa’s Helpers, hovering over a tiny toilet bowl. Clearly, she’s here to remind us all not to overdo it at those holiday parties. Pace yourself, people—no one wants to end up on the Naughty List like Barbie!
The first real cold snap of the season always seems to arrive on a night you have people coming over. You plug in a string of lights you forgot you owned, shuffle furniture a few inches this way and that, and wonder if your small living room can really hold everyone you invited. Coats pile up on the bed, the scent of something warm drifts from the kitchen, and suddenly the question is not whether the space is big enough, but how to make it feel welcoming.
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Image Courtesy of The AMNH
If you’re looking for that first spark of holiday magic in New York City, head straight to the American Museum of Natural History, where the beloved Origami Holiday Tree officially opened on November 24th. For decades, this delightfully quirky tradition has marked the unofficial start of the season — and this year’s theme, New Beginnings, brings a fresh burst of life, color, and prehistoric charm.
Continue reading A New York Holiday Tradition Returns: The Origami Holiday Tree at AMNH Celebrates New Beginnings
All Photos By Gail
Holidays are magical, but what’s even more thrilling is when your décor turns heads and draws compliments from every guest. Why settle for ordinary decorations when you can create something extraordinary?
Forget minimalism — use color to transform your home into a vibrant wonderland. Jewel tones scream luxury, whether you’re mixing navy with gold or pairing emerald green with plum; it’s bold, and it works. Don’t shy away from experimenting with unconventional color combinations — coral and teal, anyone?
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This Image By Gail. All Others Courtesy of 54 Celsius
Looking towards the holiday season, one of the most buzz-worthy finds at the recent Shoppe Object gift show was The Crandle™, a whimsical creation that merges pure nostalgia with clever design. At first glance, you might swear it’s a cylinder of jellied cranberry sauce just slid out of the can, complete with that smooth, ridged surface we all recognize from decades of holiday dinners. But look closer (or give it a sniff) and you’ll realize it’s actually a candle — one that not only looks but also smells like the real thing. Continue reading Eye On Design: The Crandle Cranberry Sauce-Shaped Holiday Candle