Whimsy
Episode 58 · 2000-12-14

Episode overview
During this episode Christopher shows how we can bring the joy of whimsical design into our homes. First, we visit Patrick McMahon at Cafe La Boheme to take a tour of their colorful wall treatments, mosaics and eclectic furnishings. Next author Fred Albert showcases outrageous dog houses featured in his book ""Barkitecture"". Our ""You Did It"" segment features the story book themed home of Judy Woodsmith who transformed a small run down home into a colorful and eccentric fairy tale cottage. Entertainment expert Deborah Fabricant pulls out all the stops with whimsical tablescape featuring bright silk butterflies, dragonflies and colorful pansy topiaries. Christopher demonstrates how to create a whimsical painted cornice box to update a window. International fashion and furniture designer Patty Shelabarger displays her extravagant and colorful clothing and furniture designs.
60 minutes
Season 2 episodes
1. Regional Design2000-12-19
2. Architectural Elements2000-09-26
3. Working from Home2000-09-27
4. Sanctuary
5. The Wedding Show2000-09-29
6. Color Courage
7. Walls and Doors
8. The Lighting Show2000-10-04
9. Decorative Touches2000-10-05
10. Flea Market Show2000-10-06
11. Window Show
12. Paint Party Show2000-10-10
13. Ocean Living
14. The Room That Shagged Me
15. Seven Layers of Design
16. Import Decor
17. Small Spaces
18. Kitchens
19. Guest Bedrooms2000-10-19
20. Savvy Surfaces2000-10-20
21. Chic Cheats
22. Special Occasion Party
23. Art of Disguise (2)2000-10-25
24. Mars vs. Venus (1)2000-10-26
25. Merchandising the Home2000-10-27
26. Bathroom Makeover2000-10-30
27. Outdoor Living2000-10-31
28. You Live Where?2000-11-01
29. Changing Spaces2000-11-02
30. Shopping from Home2000-11-03
31. Finding Your Style2000-11-06
32. Great Ideas from Public Spaces2000-11-07
33. Super Store Chic2000-11-08
34. CL's 7 Layers of Entertaining Spaces2000-11-09
35. Earth, Wind, Water and Light
36. Out of the Closet2000-11-13
37. A Formal Affair2000-11-14
38. The Creativity Show2000-11-15
39. Industrial Living (1)2000-11-16
40. Ragged and Regal2000-11-17
41. Runway Chic2000-11-20
42. Clutter Free Living2000-11-21
43. The Great Fabric Show2000-11-22
44. It's Academic2000-11-23
45. Popular Demand2000-11-27
46. Holiday Occasions
47. Grand Entrances (2)2000-11-29
48. Quality of Life2000-11-30
49. Challenged Living2000-12-01
50. Natural Inspiration2000-12-04
51. Savvy Sourcing2000-12-05
52. Double Duty2000-12-06
53. Family Rooms2000-12-07
54. Contemporary Living2000-12-08
55. Use What You've Got2000-12-11
56. Classic Living / Traditional2000-12-12
57. The Sporting Life2000-12-13
58. Whimsy2000-12-14
59. Enter Laughing2000-12-15
60. No Room is an Island2000-12-18