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Freelance writer and stylist, Jane Dagmi is a curious observer of the way people live, think, and decorate. She began her editorial career at Country Living Magazine where she wrote and produced over a hundred features for the magazine and also worked on brand development. Her work has also appeared in Southern Living, Real Simple, Victoria, and several Florida publications. She was the design editor for the book "Celebrating Home."
These days most of Jane's writing is on-line. She regularly writes for Benjamin Moore's "Colorchats" blog and "Colorlife" magazine, and is a frequent contributor to Bob Vila and HGTV Remodels. She wrote and produced stories for AOL's Shelterpop including a 13 part series called "Real People. Real Kitchens." Her personal blogs are WANTNEEDXOXO and Miss Blogworthy.
Jane lives in Southeast Florida with her two daughters. When not on deadline, she takes on decorating projects, substitute teaching, and philanthropy. She is a graduate of Tufts University and Parsons School of Design.
Community Blogger for The Balancing Act
Allegiant Air: AT CHECK-IN, CUSTOMER SERVICE CHECKS OUT
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- Published on Thursday, 17 May 2012 16:57
- Written by Jane Dagmi
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An incident today at the Greenville/Spartanburg airport between an Allegiant employee and a customer leaves me wondering, "Whatever happened to customer service?"
PATIENCE AND THE FREELANCER
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- Published on Wednesday, 15 February 2012 14:06
- Written by Jane Dagmi
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Like most careers, a freelance writing gig has its highs and lows. One of the biggest highs is working with many different clients. One of the biggest lows is chasing paychecks from all those different clients. Besides, putting a wrench in the budget, it just feels crappy to not get paid for work done well and on time.
This Woman Needs Her Vitamins
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- Published on Thursday, 09 February 2012 14:02
- Written by Jane Dagmi
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(but hasn't been very good about taking them so far)
I am aware that I NEED to take vitamins. My gynecologist keeps after me to take a multi and my physician tells me to take extra D. I have taken both of them for a few days, and then, after about a year have thrown the money bottles out. I know my health matters -- I get that every time I look at my kids. But I'd rather eat an entire pot of sauteed watercress and half an acorn squash than take a vitamin.
Vivid Color at the Atlanta Gift Show
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- Published on Thursday, 19 January 2012 13:56
- Written by Michael Hayden
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Retracing a smidge of the 7 million sq. ft. AmericasMart, here are 20 instances of eye-popping color.
I Am Self Published
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- Published on Monday, 16 January 2012 13:52
- Written by Jane Dagmi
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A few hours ago, I joined my desire to write a book with my XOXO of photography and self-published a soft-bound publication through Lulu Press. It is being printed as I write this blog! My 21-page photo book measures 5 1/4" by 3 1/2" and has about 150 words and17 original photographs. I called it "The Colorful Counting Book." It is not destined for adult book clubs, but rather may feel more welcome slipped into a purse before setting out on a cross-town bus with a toddler.
Naming Names
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- Published on Thursday, 12 January 2012 13:49
- Written by Jane Dagmi
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Choosing names can be a difficult task because a name is something that sticks for a very long time. From babies to businesses, from pets to domain names. Screen names, user names, blog names, book characters. Names lend distinction. People name boats and estates, even shacks. Women get married and add onto their original, then often wish they never had.
Good Reads for a Healthy, Happy, and Prosperous New Year
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- Published on Thursday, 29 December 2011 13:41
- Written by Jane Dagmi
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January is National Cervical Health Awareness Month and to celebrate the New Year, the health of my cervix and hopefully yours, I wanted to shine a light on three inspiring women authors -- Jennifer Grace Safina, Jacqueline Whitmore and Michelle Whitlock -- who I have met thanks to my cervix.
AIRPORT LOVE
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- Published on Thursday, 22 December 2011 13:39
- Written by Jane Dagmi
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Jason Turner has a lot of goodness to come home to.
Spruced Up: 5 Easy Christmas Decorating Ideas
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- Published on Thursday, 08 December 2011 13:28
- Written by Jane Dagmi
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We celebrated Hanukkah in our house, but I always loved decorating for Christmas. I was thankful for our gift-a-night tradition, but for a girl with a penchant for decorating, picking out the colorful candles for the menorah couldn't compete with picking out ornaments and tinsel for the tree. I was lucky to have friends with trees though, so I got invited to "do Christmas" at their homes. Thank you Linda and Hope.
Fast forward 20 years...
Leave your Worries on the Mat
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- Published on Tuesday, 18 October 2011 13:27
- Written by Jane Dagmi
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When I became a first-time mom in 1996, I started looking at dirt differently. For me, motherhood happened to coincide with the purchase of an expensive wool off-white carpet, but I assure you, my preoccupation with keeping a clean, germ-free house was more about the baby than the Karastan. For the last 15 years, my family and our guests have been kicking all shoes off at the front door.
