Welcome to At Home with a Past – a blend of eclectic decorative English antiques and textiles with Texas Hill Country comfort. It’s cute, quaint and cozy – a cheerful array of pastel florals, patterns and textures, with a splash of sophistication for good measure. I guess you could say At Home is my “girl shop” – the ultimate in femininity. If I had a daughter, she would love it as much as I do. (My two sons are learning to appreciate the finer aspects of design, but that’s another story…)
     The tragedy of September 11, 2001 made me sit up and take notice. It was time to pursue my dream of owning a home furnishings boutique. The result: At Home with a Past. I opened At Home’s doors in March 2002 and never looked back. We’ve developed an exceptionally faithful following among Anglophiles and those who love the English cottage look.
     I trek regularly to Europe and major U.S. antiques shows like Round Top so I can bring my clientele fabulous vintage pieces. In my travels, I’ve also discovered the work of talented British and U.S. artisans who have hand crafted everything from embroidered pillows to delightful wall hangings.
     I’m especially proud that At Home is the exclusive retailer of Cath Kidston’s popular whimsical line of house wares and personal items in the Dallas-Fort Worth area and one of a select retail group that merchandises Cath’s products in the United States. If you’re in town, please stop by At Home near Southern Methodist University. Or take a few moments time to catch a glimpse of At Home’s treasures on line. In either case, we’ll transport you to the romantic world of cottage charm.