It is with great excitement that I announce the schedule for my Winter 2013 Australian Tour. The Australians have a dining culture that is similar to my German upbringing. They make a big deal of family dining and it is quite common for their meals […]

Have you ever gone shopping for necktie with a man? It is an experience every gal needs to do. Your strong, tough guy starts to get a little giddy at the exciting colors he has in front of him. Suddenly flowers don’t seem all that […]

Giving the gift of flowers for Mother’s Day is always a good idea. Flowers that will last forever is perhaps an even better one. Celebrate mom with the gift of floral dinnerware…fresh flowers for every day of the week.   FLORAL GIFT IDEAS FOR MOM: […]

New season, new spin on decorating your table. Spring is the perfect time to add some newness and wow factor to your tablescape. For me, it’s all about layering complementary colors with accessory glass, linens and centerpieces. When starting with any table setting, it’s important […]

I love love love the first hints of spring. This is when I fill my house with flowers and all things green: linens, candles, pillows..any accent I can find. This newness adds a layer of fresh inspiration to everyone in our home and, quite frankly, […]

  Villeroy & Boch just previewed its latest collections at the Frankfurt Fair in Germany. The reaction from the audience was incredible. So many exciting new patterns, concepts and colors coming soon. For starters, I have to rave about the “Masterpieces” collection. This is a […]

  My Spring tour is about to begin and I am inspired by the worlds of fashion and home decor. As I review the runway collections from New York, I am reminded more than ever how fabulous our dinnerware patterns are. I have been preaching […]

Who says style doesn’t need a little sweat? Check out this fast paced preview for the Interior Design Challenge hosted by New York Moves. I can’t wait to see the final rooms! Can you spy your V&B in these rooms? Think stylish today,

Color blocking remains one of my favorite ways to design a room, table setting, bouquet or even a tiny nook in my home. And because I live by the ocean, I am always inspired by the color blue when it comes to creating summery tablescapes. […]

Have you been watching THE FOOD NETWORK STAR? Our friend and recipe contributor, Martie Duncan, is in the competition and has proven to be unflappable. Tune in and discover her undeniable southern charm, clever recipes and tips to throwing casual, yet stylish parties. There is a new twist […]