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General Merriment

Hello there.

I am a pretty sarcastic, no-nonsense type of girl. But nothing puts a twinkle in my eye like good, honest, smart design. General Merriment is my happy place – where I share modern and sustainable design news.

Other things that make my happy, in no particular order:
- Cardigans. I tend to freak out when I’m too hot or cold. We’re all in better company when I dress in layers.
- Coffee. Particularly La Columbe - it’s local and delicious. And I feel smarter with a hot drink in my hand.
- Vases and vessels. I own more than I know what to do with, yet still accumulate more.
- Prep bowls. Everything is better mise en place.
- Rock concerts. Because nothing compares to the energy of a crowd belting out the lyrics together.

I currently live in New Jersey (thisclose to Philadelphia) with my husband, Tom, our daughter, Lucy, and our cats, David Bowie and Freddie Mercury.

  • A Better Workspace

    I’m doing research on pieces for an office today and am in love with the NY showroom WYETH. This Edward Wormley for Dunbar desk and chair are gorgeous.

    The combination of rich walnut, brass hardware, and a pop of green makes me happy - an important consideration for a space you work in every single day. Here’s some more eye candy to get you inspired for your own home office dream makeover:

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    Tagged: Antique nyc furniture

    Posted on March 7, 2012 with 2 notes

  • Haptic Labs has finally released a their fabulous hand-stitched City Quilts in a new queen size and is offering a nice discount (only $395 and originally $450) with code “EARLYBIRD.”. But the sale only runs until August 29th, so order up! Think about all those weddings and holiday gifts you’ve got to get. Paris and London are calling…

    Haptic Labs has finally released a their fabulous hand-stitched City Quilts in a new queen size and is offering a nice discount (only $395 and originally $450) with code “EARLYBIRD.”. But the sale only runs until August 29th, so order up! Think about all those weddings and holiday gifts you’ve got to get. Paris and London are calling…

    Tagged: quilt handmade white heirloom gift paris london nyc

    Posted on August 25, 2011 with 2 notes

    Source: hapticlab.com

  • Oh, Darling! Photography is the husband and wife team of Dustin and Whitney [of Darling Dexter]. Their work is both simple and sweet, both modern and timeless. They also have a ”Smilebooth” for your special occasion. So if you’re near NYC (or western North Carolina), give ‘em a call. 

    Oh, Darling! Photography is the husband and wife team of Dustin and Whitney [of Darling Dexter]. Their work is both simple and sweet, both modern and timeless. They also have a ”Smilebooth” for your special occasion. So if you’re near NYC (or western North Carolina), give ‘em a call. 

    Tagged: oh, darling! photography wedding event nyc darling dexter new york city

    Posted on October 9, 2010

    Source: ohdarlingphotography.com

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