At Home with Kim Vallee

DINING, TABLEWARE | October 12, 2009

The Magisso Cake Server really Works

When Jean-Luc Bouchard of Urban-Butik, the North American distributor of Magisso products, offered me a sample of the new Magisso Cake Server I accepted immediately. I like the concept but I was curious to see if it really works. After all, the practicality of a single serving ware piece instead of the typical cake knife [...]

HOME + GARDEN, HOME decor | July 7, 2009

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Inspired by Vintage Silverware | etsy finds

You can repurpose vintage silverware in several ways at the end of their useful life. You can make you own wind chime by flattening forks and spoons. Etsy seller monkeysalwayslook converts old silverware into custom garden markers or picture holders (see last picture). What is cool is that you get a custom piece. You will be [...]

DINING, TABLEWARE | March 27, 2008

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New dinnerware arrivals at Horchow

Even though I am a modernist, I still fall under the spells of old-world charm. That is why I enjoy browsing the Horchow’s online catalogue. For spring 2008, their inventory is getting better. I selected some pieces for designing an easy entertaining Spring / Summer tabletop. These are pieces that you will cherish for years to [...]

ENTERTAINING, TABLESCAPE | February 27, 2008

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My recipe to successfully design a tabletop

With the death of packaged theme for home decor, the art of coordinating can scare some of you. Not everyone knows all to mix products into a tailored yet cohesive design. Beginners who wish to mix styles can rely on a proven, simple method. Start by finding one thing (furniture, accessories, painting or plate) that you [...]

ENTERTAINING, HOLIDAY entertaining | November 21, 2007

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Autumn scenes dinnerware for an elegant Thanksgiving table

For my last look at a Thanksgiving table this year, I want to finish in style. As I mentioned before, I am fond of pewter tableware. I enjoyed their craftsmanship and their eternal elegance. With winter coming, people living in colder climates are looking for warmth in their home decor. Even if I am truly a [...]