The Fine Art of Family eMagazine

GO HERE, FIND THIS
Your treasure map to great collectibles
A serendipitous discovery of an antique printing press led this graphic design duo from London to create a small letterpress shop that mixes old-world charms with a modern flair.

FILM FLASHBACK Some movies stay with you forever, either as fond memories or Hollywood’s latest revival project. In this new column, we’ll look back at old movies in the shadow of their new remakes. Last weekend, director Tim Burton smashed box office records with the release of his take on a classic fairytale.

MONICA’S BLOG This week, my husband and I are traveling to London and Paris in search of inspiring, beautiful vintage pieces to bring home from two of the world’s best and largest antique markets. First stop: Notting Hill’s famous Portobello Road.

CONTESTS Every Friday leading up to the release of Monica’s new book Living with What You Love (April 20th), one lucky reader will win a necklace from Monica Rich Kosann’s jewelry collection. Read about this week’s winner and what she considers one of her most precious heirlooms (pictured left).

EVERYDAY HEIRLOOMS 2110
Stuff today, antiques tomorrow
Serving as a declaration of status and record of history, portraiture was typically reserved for the likes of a princess, a monk, or an eldest son. Oh how things have changed…

GO HERE, FIND THIS
Your treasure map to great collectibles
Tired of using basic, generic tableware from rental companies for his various fundraisers and parties, Los Angeles native Jason Murakawa decided start an antique tabletop rental company featuring pieces from his unique 750-piece collection about six months ago.

BUILT TO LAST
Style that transcends time and fashion
I had hastily written off hoop earrings for so long. Truly a classic jewelry piece anyone can buy (click to read more about three great pairs I found starting at $60), I’m doing my best to make up for lost time!

SEE IT THEIR WAY Jacqueline DeMontravel is a woman after our own heart. In her new book The Vintage Table, the editor of Romantic Homes magazine delves into the importance of entertaining family and friends using items that mean the most to you.

MONICA ANSWERS YOUR QUESTIONS What’s the best way to use the things you love–something you inherited, received as a gift, or picked up yourself–to create a unique and special evening for you and your dinner guests?