The famed style of Les Ballets Russes. Opulent, avant-garde and fantastically creative.

A traveler's review of Afternoon Tea at the El Palace Hotel in Barcelona and the Hotel Grande Bretagne in Athens.

Handmade inks from plants and other natural materials.

An introduction to the Rococo style in art, architecture, interiors and color.

A visit to ISAC, formerly, The Oriental Institute, at the University of Chicago and their ancient Egyptian collection.

Historic Home: Meadowbrook Hall in Michigan

The Scarab Beetle…on amulets, jewelry, made into gift wrap. The ancient symbol of Egypt lives on.

Pink through the ages, history, famous shades and inspiration.

Something to collect: postmarked envelopes and stamps.

Luxury Pastels from France

The 70s…in style, color, pattern, interiors and design.

Tartan, the fabric that weaves through Scotland’s history.

The Baroque era in all its drama, glory and rich color.

Art Deco…theatrical, streamlined, sleek in design and style.

Making your own watercolor paints is surprisingly simple…

A delightful set of engravings From Martin Englebrecht, German engraver.

Notes on the hidden meanings in color, symbols and deities that adorn Queen Nefertari’s tomb from Ancient Egypt.

In a little Parisian stationery shop…

Making Glass Domed Bookclips is easy and creates a lovely gift for the holidays….