Take the Bull by the Horns

When I posted the photo above of a room designed by Lorenzo Castillo, I wondered where one would find wicker bull heads.  I assumed it was France or Spain and that was probably the case until recently. Jayson Home now offers both a small and large version below.  Not exactly sure where I would put it but I definitely think I need one. El toro! 

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Wooden head but close in the kitchen of Thea Beasley via Country Living. 

via The Guardian

via The Guardian

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Thank you!

As I embark on my last book signing for Creativity at Work until the new year, I want to take the time to thank you all.  Thank you to everyone who has bought the book and sent me kind messages and thank you to all the showrooms and stores who have hosted signings.  They include, Design Legacy, Archivia Books, Indigo Books, Hudson Grace, Jayson Home, and Flair Home.  

My friend recently told me the story of a book signing he attended for a fashion designer.  He was told that the designer would not speak to anyone.  What's the point of scheduling a signing if you're not going to be nice to your fans?!  The best part of book signings is meeting people in person whom I've only interacted with online.  It's fun to meet long time blog readers and those who just found the site.  I love asking what everyone does and I enjoy talking to those who work in design and those who wish they did. Hopefully, the book will inspire some to take a leap. 

It's also been very exciting and surreal to see my Creativity at Work on the shelves of two of my favorite stores in New York, Bergdorfs and Barneys. The response has been great and I'm so thrilled that so many of you are enjoying it.  If you haven't picked up a copy yet, I hope you will check it out or consider it for a holiday gift. The ability to photograph and write a second book depends on how well the first one does, so I hope you will support the book and me. 

I will announce book signings for 2013 as soon as they are confirmed. 

Thank you and Happy Holidays! 

HC

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Giving Thanks

As my father reminded me the other day, I have a lot to be thankful this year.  I'm grateful to everyone who bought my book Creativity at Work, stopped by all of my events, and sent me lovely messages.  We're almost ready for a second printing so if you want a first edition, I'd grab one now. 

I'm also super excited that my next signing will be at my favorite store in Chicago, Jayson Home, on Thursday, November 29th. Hope to see you there! 

Happy Thanksgiving! 

XOXO, 

HC

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San Francisco Here I Come!

This week, I'm headed to San Francisco for a little sightseeing and another book signing.  I can't wait to catch up with my friend Grant K. Gibson and see recently transplanted New York designer Allison Caccoma in her new city. I look forward to seeing Caitlin Flemming of Sacramento Street and meeting all my blog readers at Hudson Grace.  I'm also excited to be staying within walking distance to all at the Hotel Drisco. Seeing the Painted Ladies is also high on my agenda.  If you have any suggestions of places to go and things to do, definitely let me know. 

I would also like to thank J.Crew for featuring outtakes of Jenna and Frank's offices on 770 Behind the Line.  You can also read some fun interviews I did on Cosmopolitan.com and Daily Candy. 

After a week off for Thanksgiving, I'll be back at it with a signing at Jayson Home in Chicago on November 29th from 6:00-8:00pm.  Be there or be square! 

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First Look at Creativity at Work

My book publication is definitely feeling bittersweet.  I'm grateful for all the lovely emails and comments this week and for my electricity.  I'm very excited that everyone is loving Creativity at Work.  If haven't received your copy yet, you can get a first look at The Cut at New York magazine here.  

I also want to remind you of my upcoming book signings.  Join interior designer and TV personality Tommy Smythe in conversation with me about all things chic and stylish as well as my new book on Thursday, November 8 at 7:00pm at Indigo Manulife Centre, 55 Bloor Street West,Toronto, Ontario, M4W 1A5, Canada. Signing to follow the talk. 

I will be signing books at the fabulous new store Hudson Grace at 3350 Sacramento Street, San Francisco, CA 94118, 415-440-7400, on Thursday, November 15th from 5:00-7:00pm.

Stop by the wonderful Chicago store Jayson Home, 1885 North Clybourn Avenue, Chicago, IL 60614, for a book signing with me on Thursday, November 29th. Time TBD.

Other cities will be posted once they are confirmed.  Los Angeles will probably take place in January 2013. 

Thanks!

HC

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