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Phoenix of Fortune Dresser at Swankety Swnk

The Phoenix of Fortune Dresser

“The phoenix hope, can wing her way through the desert skies, and still defying fortune’s spite; revive from ashes and rise.” -Miguel de Cervantes Saavedra

Paris Apartments:  A Study in Glamour and Individual Style

Paris Apartments: A Study in Glamour and Individual Style

What is it about Paris apartments that is so mesmerizing?  The Glamour?  Sophistication? Artistry?  Whatever it is, Parisian style has captivated the world for centuries. One of my favorite resources for inspiring Paris dwellings is my Taschen, Paris Interiors.  The styles present in these Paris apartments can best be described as “vital, inspiring, and creative.”  [...]

Arriving in August

Arriving in August

The House of Swankety Swank presents Cabinet of Wonders August 19, 2011 7-11pm Join us as we celebrate all things curious and creative inspired by Stacy Carlson’s newly published work, Among the Wonderful. “…in the darkness I could always feel some ethereal charge that alerted me to the silken threads that bound reality together. It [...]

Early Steampunk Video and other nostalgic musings

Even though I look at the past with nostalgia, I am very aware that I live in the best of times. I am surrounded by outstanding creative people, powerful activists, and glorious intellectuals in the most progressive city of these United States. In regards to the previous decade, I love how Burning Man/Steampunk this video [...]

Are You a Maximalist too?

Are You a Maximalist too?

We’ve recently undergone a major renovation in my apartment.  The rental god’s shined their goodwill upon me and blessed me with a remodel paid for by the building owners. With all the changes, our apartment looks better than ever.  I decided that the best contribution I can make to improving our place is by reducing the [...]

‘Form follows function’  is not a slogan with which I concur.

‘Form follows function’ is not a slogan with which I concur.

So says Iris Van Herpen. It makes perfect sense that this 27 years young Dutch born designer, who creates outstanding fashion as art, was an intern with Alexander McQueen in London. Her impeccable construction and successful way of making organic forms from synthetic materials is exceptional.

Spirit Journey With Heroic Tarot!

Spirit Journey With Heroic Tarot!

Yabette has been fielding calls about Heroic Tarot and folks are wondering if I am still available for readings.  The answer is YES!  Although I am traveling across the States this summer, you can still receive a reading from me via phone and email.  Even with intermittent cell phone and internet service, I have been [...]

Color Inspiration: Back to the sea for me!

Color Inspiration: Back to the sea for me!

This year the ocean continues to inspire me. Those gorgeous sea green, turquoise, and aqua hues are always winners in combination with each other and with neutrals. This can give such a calm (but not boring) effect in a room. Here are some great Ecoat shades from Kelly Moore that bring these ocean colors together.

My Fantasy Workshop

My Fantasy Workshop

“I can believe anything provided it is incredible.” ~Oscar Wilde I must confess that, while being grateful for what I have, there are days when I long for an actual work space.  I have created hundreds of art furniture pieces in the tightest places. What joy I would experience to NOT have several half done [...]