Sally Muir & Joanna Osborne started Warm & Wonderful in 1979, selling knitted jumpers from a market stall in Covent Garden, London. The pattern – rows of white sheep and one proverbial “black sheep” was a major hit and seemed to resonate with some more well-known black sheep of the time: David Bowie, Andy Warhol, …
Are you obsessed with sweaters at the beach, a to-die-for vegetable garden, all-neutral-everything, Nancy Meyers movies, and Ina Garten? You *might* be a Coastal Grandmother. This style has been around long before it was trending, and if anyone would be a Dempsey & Carroll client it’s a coastal grandmother. We’ve curated this “Dress Your Desk” …
1.First, tell us a little bit about yourself! I’m a wife, mother, working professional, avid decorator, and lover of entertaining and styling. I grew up in South Carolina and am now proud to be living in our nation’s capital…or just across the bridge from it! You can find me perusing estate sales, traveling, and seeking …
With unruly drivers, persistent traffic, and people rushing here and there, it’s not always easy to maintain patience and grace in our daily interactions. Yet, in a city where we occupy such close quarters, small gestures of kindness go a long way! Below are some quick and easy tips to help facilitate gracious living in …
With Mother’s Day around the corner, we wanted to share some of our favorite gifts! Spring Flowers This brand-new set embodies the fresh and colorful beauty of springtime. We love the way the engraving captures each delicate detail of this hand drawn illustration. This is the perfect Mother’s Day gift, especially for those who love the …
National Letter Writing Month has fallen upon us – it’s time to start writing! The United States Postal Service dedicated April to letter writing back in 2001. What better way to celebrate than putting pen to paper and writing out some thoughtful sentiments? Below are some tips to help inspire your efforts: The idea of …
With the launch of our Brand Friend program, we’ve been able to connect with others who love the art of the handwritten note, our products, and our brand. If this sounds interesting to you, learn more about how to be a Dempsey & Carroll Brand Friend on our website! We are pleased to introduce Robert Dimmick, …
Like a Snuggie or Airpods, fountain pens are one of those items that you didn’t know you needed until you had one. While many of us have the idea that they’re a geriatric substitute for the more convenient rollerball, I’m here to convince you otherwise. For the last few years, I have been happy to …
We recently spoke with Patrick Dolat, owner of specialty shop Newport Lamp & Shade Company, based in Newport, Rhode Island. Under his design direction, the shop, which offers a curated selection of gifts, decorations and lighting, has flourished into a destination for clients across the country seeking charming, practical and unusual items for the home, …
Nick Leighton, Host of the “Were You Raised by Wolves?” podcast, is a two-time Emmy® Award-winning talk show host and journalist originally from a small hippie commune in Northern California. Nick also produces and edits the podcast and currently resides in Manhattan. Along with acclaimed comedian Leah Bonnema (Late Show with Stephen Colbert), this perfect …
