Yes, it’s part two in my definitions series. My last post talked about Architectural styles of the mid century, now we move on to decorating and furniture. Most people think of... Read more >>

If any of the following applies to you, read on: You danced to “Stairway to Heaven” at your Prom You “feathered” your hair, Farrah Fawcett style You wore a... Read more >>

I don’t consider myself an expert, just an expert surfer and a mid-century enthusiast. So this past weekend, I spent some time putting together a couple of definitions pages. The first is... Read more >>

I really am part of the modern world.  I’m computer literate, cell phone savvy, and totally plugged in.  I have chargers for all sorts of electronic things spread all over my... Read more >>

Back in 1996, Brad Meltzer built what was arguably the first author Web site for his first novel, Tenth Justice, including character interviews and the first chapter. His publisher thought he was... Read more >>

One of the premier artists in the world of mid-century modern is SHAG! When I first ran across his work, I thought it was period, but it turns out that he’s grown in popularity since 1997 when... Read more >>

It’s an over used phrase, but how very true it is. Things were just made better in the old days. Now it seems that everything is made to fall apart. Let’s make a list … 1. To... Read more >>

In case you’ve been out sailing around the world without a radio or hiking the Appalachian Trail all summer and haven’t heard about the big upcoming national switch to digital television, you may not… Read more >>

Combining a piece of thread with two needles into a piece of fabric.—Knitting as defined by Wiktionary What draws us to knitting? Is it the pleasure we find in the pure simplicity of the craft?... Read more >>

Sunday afternoon was a quintessential spring day in New York City. Sixty-one degrees and the sky was as blue as the Caribbean I’m dreaming about (and will feel on my feet in three days). But... Read more >>