new columns coming to the blog

As I was swimming along this morning, letting my mind wander to my day ahead, I came up with a few blog ideas, going forward for Fall. With the heat wave and the computer temporarily in the shop last week, my blog became more 'online diary' than I would care for. But what can you do? Sometimes you just have to rant in an unformatted format.

While kickboarding, I thought I should add some regular columns that could occur throughout the week and give the blog a bit more structure. I would not eliminate the online diary-type entries, because I still like to tell you stuff that has nothing to do with anything.

So here are some regular column ideas, in no particular order.

Modular Dressing A new how-to idea each time for getting the most out of your wardrobe by maximizing your minimalism! Don't just stand there. Accessorize! For a more in-depth read about my concept, click here.

Hidden Gems In New York, there really are no hidden gems, but I like to call them that anyway. My "finds" will include things and places in New York City I think are noteworthy.

Art in the Everyday Find the beauty on your daily walk! Look down, there could be a Greek Cup on the sidewalk. Stop on the street corner. Notice the beautiful fire call box that resembles the Goddess of Mercy. And more.

Musings from the Pool I have many epiphanies while swimming, and I happen to do all of my designing there. If I need to figure out the construction of a new piece -- which seam sews to what and in what order-- I go swimming. While doing laps, I also come up with good recipes, what to cook for dinner, etc. So Musings will include designing, blogging and food. This blog entry, for example, came to me in the pool. How do you like my funny graphic?

On Bagels Let's face it, I love bagels and I have to talk about them. To me, the aroma of hot bagels is just as good as hot chocolate chip cookies. I may like bagels more. Oh and bialys too.

Something About Shopping That's a good catchall title, right? There is something about shopping, afterall. Can't seem to stop. Addicted to finding something new and inspiring.

Ok, that's my list so far. I may add more. We'll see.

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9.05.06 I thought of a new column today!

Great Artists Live in Brooklyn Every design magazine, fashion magazine and art magazine I read lately features some important directional artist making big contributions to their genre. And where do they live? Brooklyn! Hey wait. That's where I live too. gee