Category Archives: Feathering the Nest

Only in NYC…

Posted on June 16, 2011 by LiliBitting

While walking home from the office at the ungodly hour of 10:30PM, I walked by Roseland Ballroom while they were in the process of breaking down a private event held earlier in the evening. Outside there was a guy stuffing … Continue reading →

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Orchids in Bloom!

Posted on May 11, 2011 by LiliBitting

Last October, for my birthday, my friend Kate gave me a beautiful orchid that sustained its blooms all the way through February of this year! When the last bloom finally fell off I have to admit I was quite sad. … Continue reading →

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1 if by land, 2 if by lantern?

Posted on May 4, 2011 by LiliBitting

How come it seems everyone is encouraging me to buy lanterns this year? All of a sudden every catalogue I receive showcases intricate lanterns on their cover, all drawing me to a seaside escape or vast patio that are far … Continue reading →

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Round 2 with Wisteria

Posted on April 8, 2011 by LiliBitting

I received my second Wisteria catalogue earlier this week and again I was struck by nearly every page! Here are some of the highlights: These two side tables are clearly special. Either would elevate any seating area into your new … Continue reading →

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Have I finally found it?

Posted on March 25, 2011 by LiliBitting

Could this be the piece to fill my naked living room wall?

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The Quest for the Perfect File Cabinet

Posted on March 23, 2011 by LiliBitting

While I admit searching for the perfect file cabinet is not the sexiest furniture shopping around, sometimes it’s a necessary evil. I have been going back and forth on getting a file cabinet/drawer combo since I moved in back in … Continue reading →

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Closet Upgrade

Posted on March 18, 2011 by LiliBitting

As I have mentioned before, my new/current apartment has great closets (for NYC): I have a clothes closet by my bathroom as well as a coat closet by the front door opposite a massive 3 door closet that is divided … Continue reading →

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Newest Catalog Find: Wisteria

Posted on March 4, 2011 by LiliBitting

If catalogs are any indication of the economy I would say things are looking up! I have noticed a sharp increase in the number of catalogs I receive on a daily basis in the past 2 months. Among the masses … Continue reading →

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Apartment Tour: Bedroom Makeover

Posted on February 28, 2011 by LiliBitting

I have been promising several of my friends that I will do an “apartment tour” to show off my new digs – even though I actually moved at the end of September so they are hardly “new” anymore! So, after … Continue reading →

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Purple Tulips!

Posted on February 18, 2011 by LiliBitting

I loved my Valentine’s Day centerpiece so much I decided to replicated it with a fresh bouquet! There is nothing as lovely as having fresh flowers around the house but it can get expensive – especially with delicate tulips. With … Continue reading →

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