May 2013
22 posts
Fullerton Arboretum, California
This past weekend, our plant expert Lisa Muñoz visited the Fullerton Arboretum, a 26 acre botanical garden at California State University. Not only did she miss a rainy & gloomy weekend here in NYC, but she also got to visit what could be considered ‘cactus heaven’. To make up for our envy, she sent us some behind the scenes snapshots. Enjoy! #plantporn
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A Sill Party-Planning Q&A
Its no secret we love a good party here at The Sill, so check out our plant-incorporating party-planning tips on the Splash That ‘party science’ blog today - here. Incorporating plants into your event decor? It ain’t rocket science!
Stunning Treescapes by Myoung Ho Lee
For the past decade, artist Myoung Ho Lee has been shooting trees around his native South Korea. However, these are no ordinary landscape shoots - he shoots each tree against a stark white canvas, creating the feel and focus of a studio portrait, and ultimately foregrounding what would normally be considered background. The result is an image that exemplifies purity, yet is quite elaborate to...
Coffee Table Inspiration
A perfect - yet often overlooked place for a plant - is right there in front of you.
TIPS ON HOW TO MAKE YOUR COFFEE TABLE INSTAGRAM-WORTHY:
— Accessorize. A coffee table gives you a free pass to purchase that mini ceramic elephant you just have to have. Obviously.
— Think “over and under”. Don’t forget to show bottom shelves some love, too.
— Lack...
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2013: Year of the Snake (Plant)
According to the Chinese Calendar, 2013 is the year of the Snake - the sixth of twelve signs that make up the Chinese Zodiac. This year is meant for steady progress, attention to detail, focus and discipline (oh my…). In celebration, we’ve rounded up some of our favorite snake plant snapshots along with easy plant care tips to inspire you to embrace the snake this year, too. One of our...
April 2013
40 posts
The Sill @ Hester Street Fair
Wonderful Opening Day at the Hester Street Fair in NYC’s Lower East Side. A big thanks to all those who stopped by to see us or stumbled upon us - !
#sun #plants #hesterstreet #thesill
Spring Style - Window Boxes
Window boxes are miniature gardens. If you lack the time, energy, or space to maintain a large garden - you can still enjoy greenery in small yet striking ways with window boxes. Available in an endless amount of choices of color, texture, and size, you are sure to find one that is a perfect fit for the space you call home. Be inspired below, or here.
Shhh! Can we tell you a secret? We have...
The Sill in Wallpaper* magazine
We are proud and honored to be included in the upcoming issue of Wallpaper* magazine, the world’s no. 1 international design destination. Hitting stands soon.
#houseplanthappy #thesill #wallpapermagazine
Attention New Yorkers - Join us for Opening Day @...
This Saturday, April 27th, is opening day of the Hester Street Fair - a popular weekend destination in the Lower East Side’s Seward Park. Returning triumphantly for its fourth year, the fair combines flea market with food market, selling a well-curated abundance of goods for you, your home, and your tummy. Come with an empty stomach and a full wallet — there will be an astounding 60...
The Sill in Costa Rica
Lisa Muñoz, our very own Plant & Botanist Specialist here at The Sill, just returned from a two week trip to Costa Rica. Jealous? Us too. Fortunately, she’s sharing some of her favorite snapshots of Costa Rica’s lush greenery with us.
P.S. Visit our blog for a quick Q&A about her travels - !
#costarica #plantporn #paradise #thesill
The Sill on Better Homes & Gardens
We’re embracing Spring’s bold hues on Better Homes & Gardens Style Spotters today, make sure to check it out & be inspired this season - !
The Sill Guest Blogging on Birchbox: Spotted on...
birchbox:
We’ve avoided houseplants in the past (NYC apartments are crammed enough as is), but The Sill is changing the way that we buy and display greenery. The start-up specializes in appropriately city-size (read: small) succulents and plants. In honor of our recently launched Birchbox Home: From the Garden collection, we asked Eliza, the company’s founder, and Erin, the social media manager,...
The Sill Guest Blogging on Birchbox: How To Pick A...
birchbox:
We’ve avoided houseplants in the past (NYC apartments are crammed enough as is), but The Sill is changing the way that we buy and display greenery. The start-up specializes in appropriately city-size (read: small) succulents and plants. In honor of our recently launched Birchbox Home: From the Garden collection, we asked Eliza, the company’s founder, and Erin, the social media manager,...
The Sill Guest Blogging on Birchbox: Top 5...
birchbox:
We’ve avoided houseplants in the past (NYC apartments are crammed enough as is), but The Sill is changing the way that we buy and display greenery. The start-up specializes in appropriately city-size (read: small) succulents and plants. In honor of our recently launched Birchbox Home: From the Garden collection, we asked Eliza, the company’s founder, and Erin, the social media manager,...
The Sill Guest Blogging on Birchbox: Repotting 101
birchbox:
We’ve avoided houseplants in the past (NYC apartments are crammed enough as is), but The Sill is changing the way that we buy and display greenery. The start-up specializes in appropriately city-size (read: small) succulents and plants. In honor of our recently launched Birchbox Home: From the Garden collection, we asked Eliza, the company’s founder, and Erin, the social media...
The Sill Guesting Blogging on Birchbox:... →
birchbox:
You might have noticed (since we know you read every single one of our blog posts religiously) that this week’s guest blogger is The Sill—a start-up specializing in city-size (read: small) succulents and plants. Not only will they be appearing on the blog until Monday, this Saturday…
#thesill #birchbox #instagram #saturdaywiththesill #houseplants
The Sill Guest Blogging on Birchbox: The 8 Best...
birchbox:
We’ve avoided houseplants in the past (NYC apartments are crammed enough as is), but The Sill is changing the way that we buy and display greenery. The start-up specializes in appropriately city-size (read: small) succulents and plants. In honor of our recently launched Birchbox Home: From the Garden collection, we asked Eliza, the company’s founder, and Erin, the social media manager,...
