Weekend Update

What a great weekend!! We got so much done around the house this weekend and it felt so good.  We took out Bonnie Blue (our 1979 Ford F-150) to practice driving a "H" stick shift.  It's different than a regular stick shift so I need to get some practice.  I like to go early in the AM when there aren't too many cars on the road (I tend to crack under pressure.)  Penn and I bought a black metal tool box for behind the bench seat.  Not sure why I'm so excited about that but I am! 

 BTW - we have always named our cars since I was a little girl.  My grandfather had a beautiful yellow Cadillac with yellow Interior - Lemon Chiffon.  That was one of my fav's)

Making progress on the front door! We made an appt. for a professional to come out and measure this week and then we will special order the door.  Very exciting.  We did go ahead and purchase the hardware and house numbers so once it gets here we'll be ready to go. 

 

On another note we are working on several projects right now.  We have our living room chairs at the upholsterer, having a custom shower curtain made for our guest bath, and now working on a custom dust ruffle in Schumacher's Chiang Mia Dragon in Mocha.  I know it's been out for years and we've all seen it everywhere but I love it.  So happy it's going to finally be in my house!

 Living room fabric for chairs on the left and Schumacher fabric on the right Schumacher Fabric

 

We also bought some new hardware from Pottery Barn for our new dining room window treatments.  Love them!  I will be using this for all window treatments - it also comes in a antique nickel.  So easy to install (well, easy for Penn.) We didn't use the tie backs but I really like them a lot so will keep those in mind for other projects.

 

 

 

Pottery Barn hardware

 

 

 

DIY weekend

Alright - it's happening this weekend.  We are finally getting a new front door- emphasis on finally.  I am trying to decide between two styles both are pictured below.  Windows are a must as we need natural light in the foyer, sadly we have no sidelights or other natural light.  The green door is Arts & Craft style and the blue door looks more traditional.  Our house is a 1950's ranch and currently the front door is very retro and I'm over it. We need an update.

Current front door

Option #1

www.bhg.com

Option #2

www.pintrest.com

We will paint the front door to match our French doors leading to the deck - LOVE this color! 

SW Gabol Gold

Hardware similar to this bronze 

www.doorhardwaresupply.com

I'm leaning towards option #2...  I will be sure to let you know what we decide.  Wish us luck!

Thursday Thought

This is a master bedroom in Aspen, Colorado (via Elle Decor.).  Can't you imagine snuggling up to watch the snow fall??  This room has so many comfort qualities and the pops of orange and pink add some drama.  I have recently gone back to a white duvet and shams and it has made me so happy.  I know that probably sounds cheesy but the white bedding sooths me and that is essential for a bedroom.  The neutral bedding also allows me to change pillows and a throw to bring out different colors.  I am a huge fan of neutral staple pieces and adding color through accessories such as art and pillows.  There is a closet of pillows in our house!  

Foyer

foyer for a client...

 

We need a stair runner and this antelope has always spoken to me!! But I'm loving the geometrics too...  the rails will be painted high gloss black and the foyer floor is black and white tiles.  I love the wainscoting in the last picture and think it would be amazing to add that up the staircase and the walls of the foyer painted highgloss black to match the rails... AMAZ!!!

 

 

 

Consoles are ususally the go-to for foyers but I'm thinking a small settee would be fun and the seat in a fun fabric- a floor lamp on one side..

 

A round mirror will go above to soften the straight lines

 

And a throw rug

 

And last but not least this amazing light fixture: 

 

Fantastic finds

 I saw this dining room in a magazine and fell in love!  I love the low wainscoting and the large crown molding.  I haven't seen this combination before...  The walls look 10 feet tall!  Would be great for 8' ceilings. And don't get me started on those copper pendants - I'm dying over those!!! 

 I was out shopping for clients this weekend an saw several things I thought were great.

Large print - this would be great for the nursery I am working on.

Loved the metallic garden stools - very chic

Great table for beside a chair.  So much interest - my favorite find of the day.

This gold Ming chair would make a fantastic lamp

This fabric is amazing!  The upholstery company I use just introduced it in several fun color ways...  Love it!  Let me know if you need some new chairs/headboard/sofa!!

Golden Globes Fashion

Hollywood got dressed up last night for the Golden Globes and there were some dazzling ladies out there!  I liked a lot of the dresses but below is the list that I loved.

Lupita Nyong'o

I LOVED this dress!  The cape makes this simple silhouette dress and the neckline is gorgeous - showing off her shoulders, neck, and face.  Stunning!

 

Olivia Wilde

WOW!  love the long sleeve dress and the shimmer emerald color together.  This form fitting dress is perfect for someone with a figure and a great way to show off that baby bump.

 

 Margot Robbie

Margot Robbie may be my favorite outfit of the night!  Did you see the E News Red Carpet when Giuliana interviewed her??? She is so cute too! She seemed like someone you could actually be friends with.  This dress absolutely shimmered... the jewels on the sleeves and the upper waist are gem stones and when the lights caught them she sparkeled - GORGEOUS!  And I love the satin green Christian Louboutin's and the high slit in the skirt... she nailed it!

Looking back on my list it's pretty clear I'm over the big ball gown look... these simple silhouettes look more up to date and really show off this actresses great figures.  If you've got it you might as well flaunt it!

  

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I can't wait for Fashion Police tonight on E!  Sure to be a good one!

 

 

GO PANTHERS

For those of you who don't know we gave a major event happening this weekend in the Queen City.  Our  Carolina Panthers will be playing the San Franciso 49ers in the second round of the playoffs, aka The Road to the Super Bowl!  This city is buzzing with excitement and it has been a lot of fun supporting our team.  The Panthers colors are black and a mix between light blue/aqua. Coach Rivera has called for a "blackout" - requesting fans to wear all black as the players will be wearing their black jerseys. For you gals going to the game or watching from home you can abide my the coaches requests with a slight twist - who wants to dress completely in black??  Here is outfit to consider while cheering the Panthers on!

 

http://www.jcrew.com/AST/Navigation/Sale/AllProducts/PRDOVR~04035/ENE~1+2+3+22+4294967294+20+225~~~0~15~all~mode+matchallany~~~~~black%20sweater/04035.jsp?isSaleItem=true&isFromSearch=true

http://www.polyvore.com/seven_for_all_mankind_classic/thing?id=80661159

https://www.maraisusa.com/products-page/boots/rover-bootie-black/
 
 
 

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