SEA & SWEATER

6.07.2025

Weekend Read’s & Whatnot- June 7th

Weekend Notes from New York City

It’s the weekend, and I’m in New York City with Shaun—one of my favorite places to be. I just adore this city. The energy is contagious and completely fills my cup.

Here’s a little roundup of what I’ve recently purchased, what’s sitting in my cart, and a few interesting reads I’ve come across:

– Garden Goals: My roses are seriously showing off right now—they’re in full bloom! If I want to keep the momentum going, I need to get out there and deadhead. If you’re in the same boat, [this article] is a great guide.

– Best Coffee Table Find: I still can’t get over this coffee table. It looks almost , ok I’m pretty sure it the exact same table, identical to one I saw for thousands—and it’s under $400. Needless to say, it’s now mine.

– Crowd-Pleasing Salad: I made this antipasto salad over Memorial Day weekend, and it was a total hit. Most guests went back for seconds!

– Next Read: This is my next book—by the same author who wrote The Perfect Couple. Can’t wait to dive in.

– City Style: I bought this slouchy trench for the trip, and it’s the perfect coat for summer showers in the city. Lightweight, effortless, and chic.

Have a great weekend friends!

Nickie

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New York, NY, USA

Garden

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6.06.2025

Dining Room-Adding Chair Rail & Picture Frame Moulding

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I tried styling the dining room a number of ways, but nothing seemed to click-something wasmissing. The space needed millwork to add definition and dimension.

I picked up chair rail and prefabricated picture frame molding, and thankfully, my talented sistercame over to lead the install while I played assistant. We're over the moon with how it turned out!

Next up: painting the table, hanging art, and pressing the slipcovers. Maybe even a rug?

Half Moon Bay, CA 94019, USA

DIY

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Dining Room-Adding Chair Rail & Picture Frame Moulding

6.05.2025

Daily Look- Sweater of the Season

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10.07.2024

Styling Cordless/Rechargeable Lamps

Among the thousands of things that inspired me, on the island of Nantucket, this little lamp styled perfectly in a bookcase was one of them. This adorable little lamp sits in dining room at the stylish Graydon Hotel. We stayed here during our visit and could not recommend it enough.

I must note that the design firm Roman and William can take credit for the impeccable interiors at Grardon. You may have seen their work which includes the Tin Building and The Met British Galleries in New York and many of Gwyneth Paltrow's homes including her residence in Montecito California....the list goes on and on!

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Now how to create your own version of this in your home?

1- Where? I think I am going to add a mini lamp in a few spots. The back bar and two in the living room's book shelf.

2. Size? Measure each space so the lamp fits the space both physically and visually. There should be at least three inches clearance.

3. Finish? I am going to buy brass for both spaces. Most of my hardwired lighting is in polish nickel and adding a touch of brass warms a spaces. I love mixed metals but I would not do more then two finishes in a space.

4. Power? Now the lamps above are traditional lamps that needs plugging into a outlet. I do not want to hire an electrician to place outlets in my bookshelves which will be costly. The best option is a cordless/rechargeable lamp. There are so many cute ones on the market now!

Here are a few that I am looking at that could work for your space as well!

Nantucket, MA, USA