I'm so excited about the release of my next book, Monograms for the Home: The Art of Making Your Mark.  It comes out in September bu...

I love the new Southern Living Wedding Planner and Keepsake.  It is spiral bound and full of great tips and ideas!  Leave a comment here for...

I had such a great time celebrating The Party Planner in New York at MacKenzie Childs!  You can read more about it in Dori's World on...

I am honored to be interviewed on the adorable Pizzazzerie site!  It is a great resource for party inspiration and tips and Courtney Dial ...

Big horn-rimmed glasses are back in style and it is making me feel very bookish!  I love giving books as gifts and I especially love giving ...

I have passes to give away to the Texas Pet Expo this weekend!  I hope you will come see me on Saturday from 11 to 1 while I sign copies of ...

I have been a big William Yeoward fan for quite some time now. I love all of the treasures in his tabletop and entertaining line but I espe...

Dallas author and interior designer, Betty Lou Phillips, is one of my favorites!  She is so charming, talented and gracious.  Her interior d...

I love nothing more than when a friend has a new baby.  Is there any greater joy in the world?  I always want to rush to meet the baby and w...

I was given a 10+ year journal in 2004 and I must say, it has brought me so much joy!  I absolutely love writing a few notes about my day ev...

I am crazy about Derek Blasberg.   Oh....and his book is great too!  He is so charming and his wisdom and wit are spot on.  His new book, Cl...

I love books! I love to read and I love to talk about what I am reading with my friends. I do have a Sony Reader that Justin gave me for m...

Julie and I love lists! We are always sharing tips and ideas for keeping our to-do lists organized. Life is hectic and crazy so my list is...

I love getting my magazines every month and I was fascinated by a little booklet sent to me by Real Simple Magazine as a Thank You for renew...

If you are looking for a way to commemorate your family's history this Christmas, I have found the perfect gift for you! Why not have a...

Please join us for a booksigning at the amazing Azure in Dallas.  Hope to see you there!

Calling all Brides to Be!  There is a can't-miss event coming your way.  Paper Source is hosting a workshop at all of their stores acros...

Beth Klein at Frederic Fekkai in Dallas' Highland Park Village is a fantastic party host!  They recently hosted a book signing for me w...

Neiman Marcus is a wonderful place!  I absolutely love their "Gift Galleries" selection of china and tabletop items so I was thri...