From editor Rosemary Hallmark: “I don’t have a middle name, which means I’m always very envious of people who have things monogrammed because I’m missing that necessary third initial. That’s why I LOVE Mark & Graham’s numerous monogram options, and fell in love with Camille’s Mark & Graham inspired tabletop.” {“Mark & Graham Challenge: A Crimson Holiday” from Camille Styles} 
From managing editor Tiffany Burgess: “Hooray for Emerald, Pantone’s 2013 Color of the Year! I’m definitely a green girl, so I could see this shade on everywhere from an upholstered botanical piece to lacquered walls. I especially love this inspiration from Coco + Kelley.” {“Celebrating in Emerald Green″ from Coco+Kelley} Want to see more Emerald ideas? Read Tobi Fairley’s Color Confidential post on our blog. 
From art director Mandy Keener: “Shiny & fun! Totally doing this for some of my festive friends!” {“DIY Confetti Surprise Jars” from Studio DIY} 
From publisher Kelly Fraiser: “I love the combination of blue and green vintage ornaments on this mod tinsel tree!” {“Mod Mix Monday 30” from Mod Vintage Life} 
From marketing coordinator Tara Johnson: “There’s something about this time of year that inspires everyone to make their favorite family recipes. I really want to try this Rum Cake!” {“Holiday Tradition: Aunt Gay’s Rum Cake” from Eat Drink Smile} 
From account executive Emilie Head: “This manicure idea from Tulip Louise is too fun! I may have to try the nail polish and caviar pearls combination for a different holiday look!” {“ciate caviar holiday manicure” from Tulip Louise} 
From editor Rosemary Hallmark: “I think those three little words say it all.” {“Girl Scout Cookies” from spoon fork bacon}
friday favorites : wall art, beautiful bath, pistachio cream
From editor in chief Diane Carroll: “I love reading Mona Thompson of Providence Ltd.’s posts–she includes so many photos, it’s always a visual feast. Since I’m on a perpetual search for just the right lighting, this one was full of eye candy.” {“Kitchen and Breakfast Room Lighting” from Providence Ltd Design}
From associate/online editor Rosemary Hallmark: “If it contains rhubarb, I’m bound to love it. This week, one of my fave food blogs, spoon fork bacon, posted this delicious looking recipe for jam that I can’t wait to try.” {“Rhubarb Raspberry and Cardamom Jam” from spoon fork bacon}
From art director Mandy Keener: “Yes! I have been searching for inspiration for my new office and this is perfection: color + graphic…..now just to get started!” {“Today’s Spotlight: IXXI Special Loco” from beeldSTEIL}
From assistant art director Laura LaRue: “I have a basket or two in almost every room in my house. They are so great for all kinds of things lying around the house and add some warmth and texture to my house. I love that they make me feel organized too!” {“Friday and it’s Fabulous…Baskets” from Providence Ltd. Design}
From account executive Rhonda Davis: “Inside Effects are the one stop shop for your home. Beautiful granite, tiles, carpet, vanities… you name it. Their staff are friendly and knowledgeable with a commitment to superior service and craftmanship, and their blog is filled with gorgeous and inspirational home design ideas, like this jaw-dropping bathroom.” {“The Stoned Bathroom” from Inside Effects}
From marketing coordinator Tara Johnson: “I love a good color inspiration board and until I saw this one I had no idea how much I love pistachio. It has hints of the ever trendy mint, with a whisper of color that is all its own. I think I just found the color I’m using to refurbish my old dining chairs.” {“Monochromatic Monday: Pistachio Cream” from Camille Styles}
friday favorites : holiday gifts, parties and decor
From editor Rosemary Hallmark: “I love the creative use of a small space in this young couple’s first apartment. And the bright color palette makes the whole space feel large and airy.†{“Young Couple’s First Apartment†from Good Bones Great Pieces}
From managing editor Tiffany Burgess: “Open house get-togethers are one of my favorite things about the holidays. So, naturally I was smitten with this one from Camille Styles and Kate Spade. Who wouldn’t love to kick off their shoes and play scrabble?†{“Style in Spades : Holiday Open House″ from Camille Styles}
From marketing coordinator Tara Johnson: “I love Lewis Lighting’s roundup of alternative Christmas trees. One year my mom let me make a giant Christmas tree with construction paper. To this day, that is still one of my favorite Christmas memories.â€Â {“Simple DIY: 10+ Alternative Christmas Treesâ€Â from Edison Avenue}
From account executive Emilie Head: “I think I’ll be starting my holiday baking early this weekend with these gingerbread cookies! They look delicious!â€Â {“Soft Ginger Cookies†from My Baking Addiction}
From account executive Emilie Head: “These homemade extracts (and the free downloadable labels) are so cute and would make great Christmas gifts for all my foodie friends!â€Â {“Homemade Extract Recipes†from spoon fork bacon}
