My New Favorite House- Of All Time

I am head over heels in love. I know I use the word LOVE way to frequently, but I am about to break my record for a single word appearance in one post. I usually don't scan in whole homes for several reasons but when I saw the home of Jill Sharp Brinson, creative director for Ballard Designs, I couldn't help myself. I know my tastes can be fickle, but this house is definitely my new favorite. Shall we take a tour? (sorry the scan quality is less than stellar)I love the styling in the first photo, love. Below-the pop of color, the side lamp, the lantern, the staircase, the beams, the bookshelves at the top, love love love.
"Oyster shell and steel gray with a lot of truffle, that's my palette", is that someone after my own heart or what? Obsessed with these cabinets.

The window casing, shelf above the door, marble top on the table....love.....
This about put me over the edge. The walls are upholstered in a crewel fabric....I may have to drive to Atlanta, knock on her door and shamelessly invite myself in.
I will admit, I did have a vision of having to lint roll the walls constantly due to Harry, the most shedding dog in the world, but she has dogs so I feel better now.

The ceiling, the window hardware, LOVEEEEEE the tub, the chair, the mirrored cabinet, the rug.....my head is spinning.
This house is in the December/January House Beautiful. You MUST buy a copy, there is no way to appreciate the fabulousness of this house without studying it in print. Did I mention I love it?

Perfection...

I love everything about this image....
I have a picture in my kitchen framed the same way, I will post it later. Image from Elle Decor November 2009.

Statement Making Walls

My love for wallpaper is no secret, so when I was on Elle Decor looking for something else and I came across the Bold Walls article I was immediately distracted. Here are some of the fabulous images....
This one stopped me in my tracks- it is subtle, yet shiny, feminine and soft but also bold and strong....

Now I have to decided what room do I want to wallpaper....

Quiet Time- Thanksgiving

Let the peace of Christ rule in your hearts, since as members of one body you were called to peace. And be thankful. Colossians 3:15

Enter his gates with thanksgiving and his courts with praise; give thanks to him and praise his name. Psalm 100:4

How great is your goodness, which you have stored up for those who fear you, which you bestow in the sight of men on those who take refuge in you. Psalm 31:19

With Thanksgiving upon us there is so much I am thankful for. God, thank you for my family who I love so much, for my friends that bring me love and peace, thank you for my health, my business, thank you for all the blessings in my life but most of all thank you for giving us the promise of salvation and the gift of peace which can only be found in you.

What I Want Now...

This vest....These rugs from Ikea
And these from WS Home - they are crewel, divine
I love egg nog, I love pancakes, what more is there to say?
I will have one in each color please
And one for my couch....
What's on your list?

inspo 11.19.09...

Fresh, Light & Airy- My Favorite Combination

I knew I would like this house when the title of the article was "Fresh Appeal". Regardless of personal style, I think most people want their home to feel fresh and inviting. Designer Meridy King did a wonderful job making sure this house kept that feeling while being child friendly.Oh this bedroom, so peaceful.
This is an antique door that hasn't been touched, even the hardware is original- AMAZING.
I know we have seen this piece a few times but I can not get enough of it...
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