Annie Elliott Design
Greater Washington DC
It’s ridiculous that I hadn’t been there before, Gentle Readers. The Greenbrier resort in West Virginia. (This picture is from their website. There were no tulips in evidence when we visited.) The Greenbrier is something of a pilgrimage for interior designers. Decorating doyenne Dorothy Draper ruled the roost from around 1946 until the late ’50s, …
Oh, Gentle Readers! Such exciting news! Annie Elliott Design’s TikTok videos have been nominated for a Webby Award! There were more than 14,000 submissions across all Webby categories, and ours was one of 5 nominated in “Social – How-To, Explainer, and DIY.” The other 4 nominees in our category are Levi’s, Etsy, Variety Magazine, and …
I am many things, Gentle Readers, but one thing I am not is a successful indoor gardener. But that doesn’t mean I don’t try! We had a terrific photo shoot a week ago. We bring boxes of objects for styling, and I always bring armfuls of flowers and greenery. Trader Joe’s — my go-to source …
Our wonderful Schumacher rep Kate came to visit us the other day, Gentle Readers, and something became extremely clear. Large-scale patterns — on fabric, on wallpaper — are IN! And they are glorious! I felt a bit validated, to tell you the truth. I’ve been looking for large-scale stuff recently, mostly because I’ve had big …
If I were REALLY on top of things, Gentle Readers, I would have timed this post to coincide with Valentine’s Day. But alas, I was caught up in the moment, and the mid-century cabin won out ;) Here’s what prompted the pink ponder, though: My friend Sarah was painting her kitchen. She had inspo photos, …
What do you think of when you hear the words, “log cabin,” Gentle Readers? I had a clear picture in mind when John and I drove out to our friends’ cabin in West Virginia this weekend. When we pulled up, it looked true to its name. Then when you enter, surprise! A mid-century marvel! One …
Since Veranda magazine was kind enough to include me in its article about vintage items, I thought I’d expand upon that subject for you, Gentle Readers. There’s so much to say. First, terminology. The word “antique” is applied to furniture that is 100 years old or older. “Vintage” is less well defined. Some people say …
