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Duka fint på verandan
Vi som inte har något bröllop att gå till idag kanske kan duka lite fint i trädgården eller på balkongen eller varför inte på en filt i parken. Den här lilla verandan är totalt olik den i förra inlägget på ett sätt ändå har den en del likheter på ett annat sätt. De söta krukorna i ljusblå och grönt med likadana blommor i blir riktigt fint. Bilder från fotograf Martin Cederblad.
My New Bench
My new breakfast room is almost finished. After searching for several months I found a wonderful nine foot long antique Belgian Table with an incredible iron base. The iron work is so interesting that I didn't want to hide the front of it with traditional chairs.
(I know the photo leaves a lot to be desired - taken on my cell phone)
So imagine my surprise when I saw this great bench at Wisteria and it was covered in a vintage grain sack like linen! The perfect size too!! So I ordered it!
It just arrived this morning and its perfect!!
I chose the red stripe versus the blue; but I really like them both!
Still waiting for my chandelier (Niermann Weeks) before the big reveal!
But wanted to share what I think is a wonderful find at a great price!
(and did I tell you I also had a 20% off coupon?)
(I know the photo leaves a lot to be desired - taken on my cell phone)
So imagine my surprise when I saw this great bench at Wisteria and it was covered in a vintage grain sack like linen! The perfect size too!! So I ordered it!
It just arrived this morning and its perfect!!
I chose the red stripe versus the blue; but I really like them both!
Still waiting for my chandelier (Niermann Weeks) before the big reveal!
But wanted to share what I think is a wonderful find at a great price!
(and did I tell you I also had a 20% off coupon?)
Växthuset heter Floreas
Fick reda på att det härliga växthuset i Ulf Nordfjells trädgård på Chelsea heter 'Floreas' och är designat av Lars Rosenberg från Rosenberg Wase. Här kan man se det i en något mindre version och helt i vitt. Bild från Rosenberg Wase.
Hey Home
De två danska fotograferna Pernille Kaalund och Louise Kamman Riising driver tillsammans företaget Hey Home. Om du brukar läsa danska inredningstidningar så kanske du känner igen bilderna, för de är flitigt anlitade av BoligLiv, BoBedre, Boligmagasinet, Isabellas m fl men har även uppdrag i Sverige och utomlands. Här är några av deras mer söta och färgglada bilder från den välfyllda och inspirerande hemsidan.
Ny annonsör - webshopen Erika Tubbin
Kanske har ni redan sätt att det kommit en ny annonsör - Erika Tubbin som säljer härlig svensk design. Både sin egen och andras. Så här beskriver Erika själv sitt sortiment:
'I webbutiken erikatubbin.se hittar du fantastisk svensk design i form av kläder, accessoarer, hantverk och inredningsdesign. Vi satsar på småskalig, sjysst produktion, gärna ekologiska varor, det kan du läsa mer om på eko-reko-sidan. Ett naggande gott urval av kreativ design vill vi ha helt enkelt! Märken och produkter som känns roliga, genuina, nyskapande och personliga. Sortimentet är i ständig förändring, växlar efter årstider, humör och känsla.'
Heavenly Blue
Just nu blommar mina iris i en underbart blå och vacker färg. Tyvärr blommar de inte så länge utan det gäller att njuta av dem nu. Sorten heter Iris Sibirica 'Heavenly blue'.
Ulf Nordfjell på Chelsea 2009
Hittade bilder från Ulf Nordfjells utställningsträdgård i Chelsea 2009 hos Hemmariket. Jag blev jätteförtjust, visst har man som Charlotte säger sätt den här stilen innan. Men är det inte ursnyggt? Själv har jag lust att börja måla allt svart och spika upp en ram i trädgården. Bilder från Daily Telegraph, du hittar fler här och här.
Cykeltur på Ven
Som jag nämnde tidigare var jag och cyklade på Ven i helgen. Det är ett perfekt litet utflyktsmål där man tar båten från Landskrona och sen på plats hyr cyklar. Ön är så liten att man lätt tar sig runt på någon timme. Antingen cyklar man längs kusten och njuter av utsikten och de många stupen (backafallen) eller så håller man sig längs landsvägen och njuter av mysiga fik och små butiker med konsthantverk. Naturen är otroligt vacker och öns klimat gör att alla trädgårdar är ovanligt gröna och man kan hitta många udda växter som bl a fikonträd. Mitt på ön ligger Tycho Brahe museet där man kan lära sig allt om Tycho Brahe och även se den rekonstruerade renässansträdgården.
Lite blandade bilder från olika hus och trädgårdar på ön.
Tuna Krog där vi åt bl a Venpasta. (Durumvete som behövs till pasta odlas på ön). Inredningen var ett litet festligt mischmasch av gamla prylar.
Inte långt därifrån ligger Cassiopeia som är en växthusbutik med konsthantverk. Alltid lika kul att besöka eftersom sortimentet ändrar sig från gång till gång.
Bilderna är mina egna.
Millie's House
It has been a crazy two weeks - My computer crashed and I was unable to blog or access any of my pictures. The kids were winding down with school and we had the end of the year projects due - I have learned more about The Boston Aquarium's Water Management Program and the wonderful state of Wisconsin than any Mother should know. Finally we are back on track - thanks so much for your patience.
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So now after a very long wait we get to tour Millie's house in New Orleans!!! Millie and I have known each other almost 20 years. We have been through relocation's, births, deaths and natural disasters together. Through it all we have stayed good friends despite our distances. Millie grew up in New Orleans and like most, the draw to return to her hometown was so strong; she returned over 15 years ago and will never leave again! Millie is an interior designer, inspired by her own former designer (and dear friend), Jennifer Price of Dixon Smith in Baton Rouge. After Hurricane Katrina, like many others, Millie lost everything. So, when she was able to rebuild and start anew, she decided that since Jennifer had helped her build a such a great foundation, she wanted to give it a whirl on her own. Her results are outstanding! Let's have a look! As soon soon as you enter the foyer, you know you are in for a treat. The lovely limestone floors, beautiful sconces and botanical prints greet you. Look at the wonderful detail work on the sconces- aren't they beautiful?
Her bathroom, tucked under her foyer staircase, was incredibly difficult to photograph and the pictures do not do it justice. It was a lovely little jewel box with silvery taupe wall paper and custom forged fixtures. Millie even had an iron artist create this toilet paper holder for her. New Orleans has wonderful artisans and because she has lived there all her life she has many connections and can create beautiful custom pieces. Finally the living room - I really love the elegance of this room. But truth be told, this is also the family room! Millie has three children and as such, created a room that is beautiful but also child friendly. Notice the gorgeous curtains, artwork and bookcases. I love how Millie painted the insides of the bookcases chocolate brown to highlight her collections.
The Dining Room has to be my favorite room in Millie's house. A wonderful large round dining table seats ten. Beautiful light fixtures, artwork and accessories make for a very enticing space.
Millie has a wonderful eye for artwork. My favorite are the French antique theater panels from Tara Shaw. The room seems neutral and warm at the same time - but how? Notice the red ceiling.
Here is a close up of the beautiful chandelier and ceiling. Notice the contemporary artwork on the wall to the left. A better picture can be seen above with Millie and I standing in front of it. I love the contrast of contemporary art with traditional furnishings.A close up of her buffet; notice the oyster plates and antique candlesticks.
Although the lighting is bad in this photo, I wanted you to see how you enter the dining room from the kitchen. Notice the gorgeous aubusson rug. Here is the eating area in Millie's kitchen. The lighting in this photo is so bad, but when I took it the kitchen was flooded with wonderful morning sun. I adored her lantern over her kitchen table. I loved the patina and the crown on top. I very well may have to copy her and put this in my own kitchen.Her bathroom, tucked under her foyer staircase, was incredibly difficult to photograph and the pictures do not do it justice. It was a lovely little jewel box with silvery taupe wall paper and custom forged fixtures. Millie even had an iron artist create this toilet paper holder for her. New Orleans has wonderful artisans and because she has lived there all her life she has many connections and can create beautiful custom pieces. Finally the living room - I really love the elegance of this room. But truth be told, this is also the family room! Millie has three children and as such, created a room that is beautiful but also child friendly. Notice the gorgeous curtains, artwork and bookcases. I love how Millie painted the insides of the bookcases chocolate brown to highlight her collections.
Hidden in the fabulous amoire is a retrofitted custom bar. Fabrics are velvets and chenilles which hold up to children's wear and tear. Rugs are simple sisal which add texture and interest.
Perhaps the most stunning part of the space is the painting by Amanda Talley. What a wonderful feeling it brings to this room. I also love Millie's collection of framed black and white prints of her family.
I should have taken photos of the upstairs- Millie's bedroom is gorgeous, filled with antiques and custom Leontine linens. The children's bedrooms are also adorable! But I will save that for another day! If you are interested in contacting Millie please check out at MG Design and Consultation. Thank you for sharing your house with us, Millie!!
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