Last night I read a book by my living room window. No air conditioning. No fans. No ice-filled drink. Just damp, campfire scented autumn air, my favorite blanket, a book, and a cat. It was, quite simply, blissful. If you're in the market for a new favorite throw to cozy up with on the cool nights ahead, check out this blanket round up. I'm quite confident all of these blankets will pair wonderfully with fuzzy slippers, trashy novels, salty potato chips, and a cat. More

Woodland creatures rendered in black and gold are not just signatures of PATCH NYC's Shops at Target collection — it's a regular theme for partners Don Carney & John Ross, who have a charming courtyard shop and studio filled with their signature artwork, décor, and accessory collections that mix nature and travel with a touch of the macabre. More

With GPS devices and navigation apps like Google Maps becoming the prevalent method of finding our way when we travel, paper maps don't quite get the respect they used too. Ever had to refold a state or provincial road map? A large paper map is more than a bit unruly when you're walking a city or (worse) driving cross country. But despite their growing impracticality in the shadow of digital navigation tools, paper maps do have a certain visual appeal. More

The Shops at Target's new collections are set to launch in stores and online September 9. In preparation, Boston-based PATCH NYC had a preview party in their courtyard last Wednesday, showcasing their exclusive home line for the bullseye. I sat down with designers Don Carney and John Ross to get the scoop on the collaboration. More

Yellow and gold toned accessories belong together like ham and cheese in a sandwich. They have a warm glow that'll make you melt, while giving instant style and pizazz to your space. These 10 yellow and vintage brass accessories will do the job to your heart's content. More

Chances are, when you move into a dorm, it's your first time on your own. It can be really exhilarating to shop for homewares and contemplate making your dorm your own, but it can also be overwhelming to a first-timer to know precisely what you'll need. Tack onto that the fact that you're limited to standard-issue furniture, cinder block walls, and a Twin XL, and it can start to feel impossible to make a dorm feel like home. So we've compiled ten essentials that will help you feel prepared and comfortable in your new digs. More

Despite the fact that fall will be here before we know it, it is still summer. Bright and cheerful throw pillows help enliven a room and will help keep a bit of the brightness of summer even once the leaves start to change. More

Color is the essence of happy modern style. This palette of color blocked furniture and accessories fits the bill perfectly with hues like mango, dark turquoise, and chartreuse. Gender neutral, color blocking is a smart and versatile strategy that can make small spaces feel larger or create cozy areas in cavernous ones. More

Friends of mine own a great little tugboat on Lake Champlain. They took me out a couple of weekends ago for cocktails, dinner and a swim on a hot evening. That was enough to send me down the internet rabbit hole, looking for boating-themed art and objects for a couple of hours. Here are some of my very favorite finds, ranging from home decor to wooden toys:
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I'm a sucker for a classic print and herringbone might be one of my favorites (right behind houndstooth). This season has seen lots of it and the happy, bright colors take it away from the stuffy twills of fall fashion to fun summery decor--think kids rooms or a way to cheer up a casual room. Enjoy. More