My design partner, Melissa from The Insane Domain, and I are going to give you a sneak peek of one of our latest transformation projects. We found six vintage dining chairs at the Nashville Flea Market this past winter. They have been patiently waiting in my attic for their time in rehab. We spent Sunday sanding and prepping.
We are now at the priming stage and are still undecided on seat fabric. We kind of like the original "granny gold" that was revealed after layers (representing different decades I might add) were removed. We were surprised to find the original fabric in perfect condition. The question..."is it just too granny?" We are going to wait until we have the perfectly finished high gloss white chair to make the final decision. Until then.......the jury is still out. Let us know if you have a vote.
Also let us know, if you are interested in these lovely ladies. They will be part of our "Paris Flea" (aka stuff we want to sell) inventory.
Tomorrow is another segment in our Spring Sips and Styles Blog Hop. Please check out all the bloggers listed below for some great tips.
April 9th- Savvy Spice- Color Blocking and Watermelon Margaritas
Tomorrow, I take another step towards the design resource business I've been dreaming about for years. I'll be going to a business networking group where I tell oh, about 100+ professionals about myself and my business. Who knows, it may lead somewhere, it may not but I'm kind of freaking out about it in a good way.
So, yesterday and today the topic around the house has been what I'm going to say and what I'm going to wear. I've been more focused on what to wear. Because my interior design aesthetic emphasizes the use of vintage classics with modern pieces, I've decided to wear a retro inspired dress paired with modern accessories and shoes.
This is the style of my dress. Sorry I do not have a picture but you get the idea.
As part of the Sips and Styles blog hop hosted by the lovely Shannon from Wine Taste Girl, I am featuring Statement Necklaces for Spring. I've decide to break these up into 4 different fashion looks: Retro Girl, Mod/Uptown Girl, Classic Girl and Boho Chic Girl. The beauty of these looks are, you can go in just one direction or you can mix them up for a more eclectic style. Either way you can't go wrong.
To get this look, I recommend Geranium's Bauble Necklace. It comes in Mint, Black and Pantone's color pick for 2012, Tangerine. And just your luck, Wine Taste Girl sells them. You can order directly from her (only $44.95 which includes shipping). Mine is on the way!
•½ lb of fresh strawberries •1 apple •1 ounce of fresh whole basil leaves •1 bottle of Cline Cellar's Cool Climate Chardonnay •½ cup organic sugar •1 cup of club soda •1 cup of white grape juice
3. Score the basil leaves with a fork. Do this instead of cutting the leaves into strips so you will not choke on basil while trying to enjoy this drink. Simply just rub the basil leaves gently with a fork in order to release their flavor in the sangria.
4. Layer the fruit, sugar and basil in a large pitcher and let sit for about 10 minutes. This is just to let the sugar absorb the juices from the basil and the fruit. You'll see it turn a bit red.
5. Add the club soda first and then the remaining liquids. Stir well and serve.
I hope you enjoyed this segment of the Spring Sips and Styles blog hop. Please remember to visit the other bloggers and enter the contest by clicking on the Rafflecopter giveaway button below.
April 16th- Henning Love- Printed Denim and Gin and Tonics
Wow that was fast! If you are following my blog, you know I've committed to giving every 20th follower a prize. I had no idea I would get to 40 so fast. I'm sure I owe this to being part of the fabulous Spring Sips and Styles blog hop. Thanks again for including me.
My 40th follower is Kate from Portland, Oregon. She will receive a signed print of her choice from PAPERFASHION!!! Lucky girl.
April 13th- Chateau À Gogo- Statement Necklaces and Strawberry Basil Sangrias
April 16th- Henning Love- Printed Denim and Gin and Tonics
I am in love with PAPERFASHION. I found this site while doing research for this Friday's post: "Statement Necklaces for Spring" as part of the Spring Sips and Styles series. Katie Rodgers' work immediately takes me back to the days of paperdolls and Fashion Plates. I mean who doesn't love Fashion Plates.
I still do them with my daughter. Of course Katie's end product is fabulous and has been commissioned by companies such as Kate Spade, Target, Lucky, Coach, etc...My pieces just ended up on the refrigerator door. You should check out her wonderful work and she has a shop that sells signed prints which I think would make amazing gifts.
Check out A La Mode Maven for the Spring Sips and Styles series. Her topic is Nautical Trends and a wonderful Mojito recipe. I will be doing a longer post later today......check back soon.
