Author Archives: Abby Rhoad

We’ve got more vintage finds than we know what to do with

Posted on May 18, 2012 by Abby Rhoad

If you haven’t picked up the latest May/June issue of Smart (also available online here)  you’re missing out on some great stories, including some awesome accent pieces. Staying with this month’s theme of aging gracefully, we decided what better accent … Continue reading →

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Accents: Style doesn’t have to be expensive with vintage finds

Posted on April 3, 2012 by Abby Rhoad

Whether it actually came from 1952 or is inspired by 1952, anything vintage goes right now. In a down economy, decorating with vintage and thrift store finds makes complete sense. Second-hand accent pieces can be just as cute and stylish … Continue reading →

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These bowls spin me right round

Posted on February 29, 2012 by Abby Rhoad

If you’re like me, you walk into Pier One or Pottery Barn or Crate and Barrel and want one of everything. And if you’re like me, you can only afford one thing — period. Just one. And something relatively cheap … Continue reading →

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From black and white to bam!

Posted on February 9, 2012 by Abby Rhoad

I’m so excited that my first Accents piece is done for the March/April issue of Smart! I’m used to designing pages for the York Daily Record, which are 95 percent black and white. So, getting to use green text or … Continue reading →

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Accents: Pick a color, any color

Posted on January 19, 2012 by Abby Rhoad

More white walls. What kind of statement does a room make if you can’t even paint the walls? Welcome to apartment living. Because I can’t paint, I try to use colorful accent pieces to keep my apartment fresh and inviting. … Continue reading →

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Accents: Decorating for the five senses

Posted on December 21, 2011 by Abby Rhoad

When I was given the task of finding holistic items to feature in an upcoming issue of Smart, I immediately thought of beaded curtains and decorative waterfalls. Incense, candles, you know, soothing things. However, after doing a little research, I … Continue reading →

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