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Hot off the Gift Show Floor

Whew! Recovering from one hectic buying trip- The New York International Gift Fair- a whirlwind three days, running the aisles to cull the best of the best! So what did I buy? Lots of vintage-y inspired treasures in the wings. Here's a hint of what's in store (in a few short weeks)... Bamboo floor mats w/ uber cool screened calligraphy Letter boxes If you love Paris, this one's for you... antiqued...

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Cookbook + Style = Wedding Inspiration

While visiting one of my favorite shopping sites, One King's Lane, I came upon a Designer Profile for food designer Victoria Armory. Not being a foodie myself, I was drawn not so much to her food tips, but to the photos of her lovely table settings. Her style exudes easy sophistication and elegance, without pretension. Hop over and watch the entire slide show- great ideas in there for table design,...

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Indie Wed

If any one is headed to Chicago at the end of the month, don't miss this great wedding event on the 30th. Read more here for details. There should be some great ideas and vendors represented- including Green Paper Company!Have any brides to be out there been to any great wedding shows lately? What were your favorite inspirations? We'll start planning the next Short North Wedding Walk soon and...

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Window Display Awards

Every holiday season the Short North comes alive with festive displays and trimmings. Each year, the Short North Business Association presents special awards to merchants for their holiday window displays, with categories including creativity, branding and holiday spirit. Congratulations to Flower Child this year's winner... Flower Child - Winner of the 2009 ZenGenius Award of Excellence for Best...

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