tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-71886756253741913402024-03-19T01:08:55.999-04:00 shell & chinoiserieSeaside style with an Eastern accent.Anonymoushttp://www.blogger.com/profile/03556711691733883503noreply@blogger.comBlogger118125tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-7188675625374191340.post-90478126995137021012016-05-12T01:56:00.000-04:002016-05-12T02:26:21.748-04:00one room challenge linking event week six: nursery reveal!<div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: left;">
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I am so excited to finally share the room reveal for our baby girl's nursery, which I have been working on over the past six weeks as a guest participant in <a href="http://www.callingithome.com/blog/" target="_blank">Calling It Home</a>'s <a href="http://www.callingithome.com/blog/2016/5/m1nln13vvumf9i8mx1qk71ft33qxr7" target="_blank">One Room Challenge</a>: </div>
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I cannot wait to put my (very swollen) feet up and pour over all of the other beautiful transformations from both the <a href="http://www.callingithome.com/blog/2016/5/one-room-challenge-week-6-featured-designers" target="_blank">featured designers</a> and my fellow <a href="http://www.callingithome.com/blog/2016/5/m1nln13vvumf9i8mx1qk71ft33qxr7" target="_blank">guest participants</a>...but first imma share mine so I can finally relax! Here we go!</div>
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In order to achieve a fun and fresh feel, I planned a more contemporary space than what I typically gravitate toward. I wanted it to be feminine, but with clean lines and lots of color. Below is the design board I created to keep me inspired and on track:</div>
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You can catch up on my plans and progress leading up to today's big reveal by following the links below:</div>
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<a href="http://shellandchinoiserie.blogspot.com/2016/04/one-room-challenge-linking-event-week.html" target="_blank">Week One</a></div>
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<a href="http://shellandchinoiserie.blogspot.com/2016/04/one-room-challenge-linking-event-week_14.html" target="_blank">Week Two</a></div>
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<a href="http://shellandchinoiserie.blogspot.com/2016/04/one-room-challenge-linking-event-week_21.html" target="_blank">Week Three</a></div>
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<a href="http://shellandchinoiserie.blogspot.com/2016/04/one-room-challenge-linking-event-week_28.html" target="_blank">Week Four</a></div>
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<a href="http://shellandchinoiserie.blogspot.com/2016/05/one-room-challenge-linking-event-week.html" target="_blank">Week Five</a></div>
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Anonymoushttp://www.blogger.com/profile/03556711691733883503noreply@blogger.com32tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-7188675625374191340.post-36078985841829780372016-05-05T02:00:00.000-04:002016-05-05T02:11:23.223-04:00one room challenge linking event week five: it's all in the details!Welcome back! Here we are in week five (whaaaaaat) of <a href="http://www.callingithome.com/#home-1" target="_blank">Calling It Home's</a> <a href="http://www.callingithome.com/blog/2016/5/one-room-challenge-guest-participants-week-5" target="_blank">One Room Challenge linking event</a>, which means we only have one week left until the big room reveals! It also means I am very, very--did I mention very?--pregnant.<br />
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This spring's ORC has kept me busy working on a nursery for our little girl, who is due any day now! Hopefully she, too, will hold off (at least) one more week to see her room...and to give me time to tour all of the amazing transformations by the <a href="http://www.callingithome.com/blog/2016/5/one-room-challenge-week-5-featured-designers" target="_blank">featured designers</a> and my fellow <a href="http://www.callingithome.com/blog/2016/5/one-room-challenge-guest-participants-week-5" target="_blank">guest participants</a>--so. much. talent.<br />
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As for my own room transformation, you can catch up my progress over the past five weeks below:<br />
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So by now you have seen the bigger design elements in the nursery: the paint, furniture, rug, window treatments, lighting and a special clothing display...<br />
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And today I'm going to show you the little details that I'm hoping will pull the design together and help to polish off the final look!<br />
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Many of these details were gifts we received from our registry, which we created using <a href="https://babyli.st/index" target="_blank">BabyList</a>. BabyList allowed us to register for items from all sorts of different stores, from big box to boutiques, and we were very hashtagblessed to have such generous family members (shout out to Nana!) and friends!<br />
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(As you can see, elephants and giraffes are kind of my jam...here's hoping our daughter inherits this affinity for safari animals.)<br />
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And last but not least, I am also planning to include some of my own baby clothes, books, and blankets in the nursery. I can't wait to finally show you everything next week!<br />
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Until then,Anonymoushttp://www.blogger.com/profile/03556711691733883503noreply@blogger.com13tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-7188675625374191340.post-19182286443273069052016-04-28T00:21:00.000-04:002016-04-28T02:35:52.694-04:00one room challenge linking event week four: "hanging" in there!<div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: left;">
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And I had a lot of sewing to do, as somehow there are only two weeks left in <a href="http://www.callingithome.com/blog/" target="_blank">Calling It Home's</a> <a href="http://www.callingithome.com/blog/2016/4/one-room-challenge-guest-participants-week-4" target="_blank">One Room Challenge</a>! Participating as a guest this "spring" has made these last few weeks of pregnancy go by fast...maybe too fast! I may not be ready, but it's looking like the nursery will be!<br />
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Here are the links to my last few posts so you can see my plans and progress so far!:<br />
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Also be sure to catch-up on the other beautiful room transformations by the <a href="http://www.callingithome.com/blog/2016/4/one-room-challenge-week-4-featured-designers" target="_blank">featured designers</a> and all of the other <a href="http://www.callingithome.com/blog/2016/4/one-room-challenge-guest-participants-week-4" target="_blank">guest participants</a>!<br />
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Last week I left off talking about tackling the curtains and the paper lantern project in the nursery, so today I'm going to show you what's hanging in the nursery (<-- see what I did there?)...starting with the curtains:<br />
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After hemming and hawing about what to do with the windows, I fell in love with the following idea I found on Pinterest and my mind was finally made up:<br />
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So I bought simple white curtains from Target and found some--well, 36 yards!--of pretty yellow pom pom fringe on Etsy to trim the window treatments and recreate the budget-friendly look:</div>
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Don't judge, but I also bought some (seriously) cheap <a href="http://www.lowes.com/pd_393921-15766-1823994___?productId=3726757&pl=1&Ntt=levelor+roller+shades" target="_blank">roller shades</a> from Lowe's to help filter the light and hopefully help with nap time. I planned to glue the fringe onto the shades and sew it onto the curtains--here is my loot (albeit before I exchanged the blue-ish cotton/poly blend curtains for the 100% cotton ones above that are, in fact, white...and before I had the shades re-cut a bit bigger to actually <i>fit</i> the windows. Nothing's ever easy!):<br />
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Here is how the windows looked before, with their dusty cellular shades (which--I might venture to say--are worse than the roller shades?):</div>
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I mounted simple curtain rods and then started with the shades, as I knew they would be easy...and I tend to put off anything that is not!:</div>
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I am far from a seamstress, so I was dreading the curtain portion of the program and procrastinated until I couldn't stand it anymore (aaand until I really wanted my breakfast room back...).<br />
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As my midwives are always telling me, the anticipation is worse than the reality! The sewing actually turned out to be somewhat therapeutic--the frustrating part was gluing the fringe to the tops of the curtains (so as not to sew the rod pockets closed) and ironing the freshly cleaned curtains that were twice the length of my ironing board:<br />
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After sewing 30 yards(!) of fringe onto the curtains, I finally ran out of white thread, so with five curtains down and one to go, I will have to go buy more and finish the curtain project this week. Here is a sneak peek in the meantime:<br />
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As for the paper lantern project, that was no easy feat either!<br />
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Back in <a href="http://shellandchinoiserie.blogspot.com/2016/04/one-room-challenge-linking-event-week.html" target="_blank">week one</a>, I mentioned that I wanted to incorporate paper lanterns into the nursery design to reflect the hot air balloons featured in the <a href="https://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/Babar_the_Elephant" target="_blank">Babar books</a>, as well as to compliment the other Babar accents I plan to include in the nursery. This was my inspiration:<br />
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...and I wish I had had the stamina to follow Alina's amazing <a href="https://alinakelo.wordpress.com/2015/01/29/hot-air-balloon-lamp-tutorial/" target="_blank">tutorial</a>, but I went with the modified version...as I am doing a lot these days.<br />
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I loved this little paper lantern mobile I came across on Etsy, but I was looking for an electrified version to hang as a source of soft light above <a href="http://www.westelm.com/products/graham-glider-g667/" target="_blank">our glider</a>. I couldn't find one, so I decided to make my own!</div>
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I purchased three Premium Paper Lanterns similar to the ones above, but bigger, from <a href="http://www.lunabazaar.com/store/Search.aspx?SearchTerms=Premium%20Paper%20Lantern" style="text-align: center;" target="_blank">Luna Bazaar</a>. Unfortunately they didn't come with cord sets/light kits (hence the "no easy feat"), so I decided to make my own using extension cords that were long enough (15') to begin with, but could be adjusted accordingly, and with light sockets small enough to fit the lanterns and not pop out the tops of them!:<br />
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As you can see, I had to put on my electrician's hat to make the cord sets/light kits--a project I ended up enjoying even more than the sewing, as I discovered that creating a light fixture that actually functions is almost as gratifying as creating a human! </div>
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...with which I was able to connect the newly cut cords to the bulb sockets (say it with me: "smooth side to brass, ridged side to silver!")...<br />
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I placed small hooks in the ceiling above where I wanted each lantern to hang, and then a larger hook in the corner of the ceiling to gather all three cords together:<br />
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Voil<span style="font-family: "times new roman" , serif;">à</span>--an electrified paper lantern mobile-ish!:<br />
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Other than the unsightly (albeit unavoidable) visibility of the cords above the lanterns, I think the fixture is very close to what I envisioned...and more importantly, fun! We have placed our glider under the lanterns (which has hidden the unsightly cords <i>below</i>), but I will wait until the big reveal to show you the final look.<br />
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Speaking of the final reveal, I doubt I will include the closet, but in the spirit of blogging about hanging in the nursery (<--never gets old), I bought a bunch of these cute, colorful organizers at Babies 'R Us:<br />
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As I have mentioned in my previous posts, also hanging in the nursery are my own smocked dresses--many of which my mother made for me, various <a href="https://www.theanimalprintshop.com/Nursery-Art/" target="_blank">Little Darlings</a> prints from <a href="https://www.theanimalprintshop.com/" target="_blank">The Animal Print Shop</a>, as well as a Babar poster and a decorative pennant banner among some other accessories which I will include in next week's post about all of the fun little details I plan to include in the nursery design! Until then...</div>
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For the <a href="http://shellandchinoiserie.blogspot.com/2016/04/one-room-challenge-linking-event-week.html" target="_blank">first week</a> of this spring's <a href="http://www.callingithome.com/blog/2016/4/one-room-challenge-guest-participants-week-3" target="_blank">One Room Challenge Linking Event</a>, I revealed my plan to design a nursery for our baby girl, who is due right after the room reveals next month!<br />
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<a href="http://shellandchinoiserie.blogspot.com/2016/04/one-room-challenge-linking-event-week_14.html" target="_blank">Last week</a> I discussed problems picking out the paint color and difficult decisions while choosing furniture, but alas, I found the perfect paint and I am happy with my furniture choices, so without further ado...<br />
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This week the nursery was somewhat of a construction zone, as the crib finally arrived, so we got busy assembling said furniture!<br />
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As I mentioned last week, we chose the <a href="https://www.babyletto.com/hudson-3-in-1-convertible-crib" target="_blank">Babyletto Hudson Crib</a> in the "Washed Natural" finish, which was back ordered until about two weeks ago. You can imagine my relief when I was able to order it and when it arrived in time for the One Room Challenge...and, of course, the baby!<br />
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Yippee! I almost ran over it! But I didn't! So onto assembling:<br />
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I took advantage of the somewhat assembled crib to think about the layout for my <a href="https://www.theanimalprintshop.com/Nursery-Art/" style="text-align: center;" target="_blank">Little Darlings prints</a> from <a href="https://www.theanimalprintshop.com/" target="_blank">The Animal Print Shop</a>. <span style="text-align: center;">I registered for (and received!) a variety of prints, which I framed on my own using Sharon Montrose's </span><a href="https://www.theanimalprintshop.com/framing-tips/" style="text-align: center;" target="_blank">framing tips</a><span style="text-align: center;">. Ultimately I chose the following frame for my 8.5" x 11" prints:</span><br />
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After removing the mat and a little trimming, my prints looked great in their Pottery Barn frames!</div>
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I assembled our <a href="https://www.honest.com/collective/dresser" target="_blank">Honest Dresser</a> when it arrived (in what seemed like a million pieces) a few weeks ago. With some help from my husband, we got it put together pretty fast! Now to figure out how to put on a diaper...:<br />
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As you can see, I have also mounted the curtain rods and was testing out the new curtains before <strike>potentially destroying them</strike> sewing on the <a href="https://www.etsy.com/transaction/1117778987" target="_blank">yellow pom pom fringe</a>, which will be my big project this week, along with hanging the paper lanterns. So be sure to come back next Thursday to see how we all survive!</div>
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Time always seems to fly while participating in <a href="http://www.callingithome.com/#home-1" target="_blank">Calling It Home</a>'s <a href="http://www.callingithome.com/blog/2016/4/one-room-challenge-guest-participants-week-2" target="_blank">One Room Challenge Linking Event</a>, and this week was no exception!</div>
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In <a href="http://shellandchinoiserie.blogspot.com/2016/04/one-room-challenge-linking-event-week.html" target="_blank">last week's</a> post, I shared my inspiration and plan for our baby girl's nursery(!) and this week I am going to pick up where I left off with the before photo of the room I am transforming...for obvious reasons:</div>
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Here is the design board I created to keep me on track while transforming the space:</div>
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Originally I was going to go with a gray paint--I never had any intention of painting the nursery pink because I feared it would be too predictable and I wanted to push myself to create something fresh, so when we moved into our home I had the walls painted in Benjamin Moore's "Portland Gray," which--as the name suggests--I thought would be gray. Here is the sample against the dark blue walls, which I think must have been what threw me...</div>
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...because alas, "Portland Gray" was not gray, but purple. Don't get me wrong--I have nothing against purple, but I didn't want a purple nursery! As I said, I was set on gray. But then I discovered how hard it is to find a good gray, so slowly I started sneaking some pink samples into my masterpiece:</div>
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And although I did find some good grays--including Ben Moore's "Rodeo," "Pale Oak," and "Balboa Mist"--I still wasn't convinced they would be bright and colorful, so I ultimately caved and drank the pink Kool-Aid... (that sounds so good right now. Who am I?!)</div>
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Goodbye practically 50 shades of "gray!":</div>
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And hello pink! After much staring at and sighing over what seemed like 20 samples of the same pink, I ultimately chose a Glidden color called "Pink Inkling"...<br />
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...which was very pretty, but still not what I was going for--I wanted more of a peach-y pink. So the search continued until I found Benjamin Moore's "Sun Washed":</div>
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Here is the "Sun Washed" chip up against the wall painted in "Pink Inkling"--my painter and my husband were all "bless her pregnant heart..."</div>
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...but when all was said and done, they agreed there was a big difference, and although these photos don't do it any justice, the color is perfect!:</div>
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Third time's the charm!<br />
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We also replaced the ugly gray carpet with a less ugly tan carpet to match the rest of our second floor. Sigh. But in all honesty, I don't mind the wall-to-wall carpet under my feet upstairs during the six-month long winters in Maine.<br />
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Now onto some other progress!<br />
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Today I'm going to give you guys the rundown on the furniture and some other important elements I chose for the nursery design, so we'll start big and get smaller from here on out:<br />
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I began by searching for the perfect area rug. I wanted to find something colorful and contemporary, so I looked for geometric patterns, such as the ones found in Kilim rugs. </div>
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I loved the colors (and the "H's!") in this one from <a href="http://www.urbanoutfitters.com/urban/catalog/productdetail.jsp?id=36078699&parentid=SUGGESTIVE+SEARCH+RESULTS" style="text-align: center;" target="_blank">Urban Outfitters</a>, but it was a bit too small for the space, so sadly I had to pass:</div>
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Then there was this beauty, which was a close second to the rug I ultimately chose, only because I thought it was a bit too bold:</div>
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And finally I fell in love with the following kilim rug, which I found on <a href="https://www.etsy.com/" target="_blank">Etsy</a>. After a bit of negotiating, it was mine, and although it arrived (from Turkey!) a bit darker than pictured by <a href="https://www.etsy.com/shop/ntfarts?ref=l2-shopheader-name" target="_blank">the seller</a> (below), I am still happy with it:</div>
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Next up was the crib, which I admit I've had picked out for years...<br />
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I loved the <a href="https://www.oeufnyc.com/furniture/cribs/sparrow-crib.html" target="_blank">Oeuf Sparrow</a>, which is kind of the cadillac of the sleek modern styles:<br />
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...but we ultimately decided to go with the much more affordable and still safe <a href="https://www.babyletto.com/hudson-3-in-1-convertible-crib" style="text-align: center;" target="_blank">Babyletto Hudson Crib</a>. The Hudson has such a similar look to the Sparrow crib--one I almost prefer because of the absence of the solid panels on each end of the Sparrow. I was finally able to order it in the "Washed Natural" finish in the nick of time (like, a few days ago) after it had been back-ordered for. Ever. Fingers crossed it arrives soon so we (well--let's be honest--my husband) can assemble it in time for next week's post...or at least for the baby! </div>
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As for a glider, I was looking for something comfy (duh) and upholstered with the option of purchasing a matching ottoman. I fell hard for the gray <a href="http://www.landofnod.com/milo-glider-w-steel-base/s166946" target="_blank">Milo Glider</a> from <a href="http://www.landofnod.com/" target="_blank">Land of Nod</a>:<br />
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...but at almost $3,500 for the chair, ottoman and shipping, I just couldn't rationalize the splurge, so I went with my next favorite, the <a href="http://www.westelm.com/products/graham-glider-g667/" target="_blank">Graham Glider and Ottoman</a> for about half the price (and free shipping!) from <a href="http://www.westelm.com/?cm_type=gnav&cm_sp=GlobalLinks-_-Topnav-_-WestElmLogo" target="_blank">West Elm</a>. The Graham has small wings on which I can rest my head, and low arms, allowing for more snuggling and stretching room for baby. And perhaps the best part is that we were able to pick the upholstery to match our West Elm headboard in the master bedroom, so the chair should coordinate effortlessly in either room. </div>
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And last but not least, I gave a lot of thought to what I was going to do for window treatments. Roman Shades? Valances? I thought curtains would soften up the space, but I knew I would also need shades to help filter the light and provide options. I came close to buying <a href="http://www.potterybarnkids.com/products/multi-tassel-sheer/" target="_blank">Pottery Barn curtains</a> with a tassel fringe, but then I saw this photo on Pinterest and have decided I am going to DIY it (always a good idea in the third trimester of pregnancy).<br />
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So--that about covers the big stuff, and next week I will talk more about assembling and start showing you the smaller design components in the nursery! See you then!</div>
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Anonymoushttp://www.blogger.com/profile/03556711691733883503noreply@blogger.com13tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-7188675625374191340.post-67927883577069944242016-04-07T04:11:00.000-04:002016-04-07T22:12:19.887-04:00one room challenge linking event week one: a nursery!Hello again, friends! Long time no see!<br />
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When I published my last post in early September (yikes), my husband and I had recently moved to Maine and were immersed in our second house hunt in two years. I claimed that I planned to get back to blogging because the real estate market was slowing down...along with my hopes of finding a home! Well, the day after I published that post I found out I was pregnant, and the day after I found out I was pregnant we put an offer in on our home. I kid you not. It has been a crazy couple of months, but it's not about to calm down because Baby H is due in 6 weeks!<br />
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The last time I participated in <a href="http://www.callingithome.com/#home-1" target="_blank">Calling It Home</a>'s <a href="http://www.callingithome.com/blog/2016/4/one-room-challenge-guest-participants-spring-2016" target="_blank">One Room Challenge Linking Event</a> was two years ago when I designed my <a href="http://shellandchinoiserie.blogspot.com/2014/05/one-room-challenge-linking-event-reveal.html" target="_blank">home office</a>, and boy did I have a blast! Successfully completing The One Room Challenge Linking Event was one of the most validating things I have done.<br />
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So I'm back for more, but this time it's to decorate our baby GIRL's nursery! And frankly the timing couldn't be...better? considering both the baby and the room reveal are due <i>within days</i> of each other.<br />
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Am I crazy? No. (Hormonal? Maybe a little...) I figure it's got to get done either way, so I might as well document it as a guest participant in this spring's <a href="http://www.callingithome.com/blog/2016/4/one-room-challenge-guest-participants-spring-2016" target="_blank">One Room Challenge Linking Event</a>!<br />
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So here I am, with a stronger desire than ever to pick up where I left off, but with <strike>a fear</strike> an understanding that my life is going to be turned upside down--yet again--but in the best way possible.<br />
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So without further ado, I bring you my big plans for our little girl!:<br />
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Baby H's nursery is going to be a bit more contemporary than the rest of the rooms in our home. Typically I gravitate toward traditional decor, but when looking for inspiration, I found myself drawn to more modern nurseries with eclectic accents. No frills, no fuss...no florals! (Gasp!)<br />
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Here are a few of the nurseries that drew me in:<br />
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Clearly I am having a major geometric/kilim rug moment, ha! The following are some of the other nursery details I love and plan to incorporate in my design:</div>
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Let's be honest--no nursery is complete without a <a href="https://www.theanimalprintshop.com/Nursery-Art/" target="_blank">Little Darling</a> print (or eight) from Sharon Montrose's <a href="https://www.theanimalprintshop.com/" target="_blank">Animal Print Shop</a>, right?! And that oversized giraffe! </div>
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These stuffed animals from <a href="https://www.rhbabyandchild.com/catalog/product/product.jsp?productId=rhbc_prod381151" target="_blank">Restoration Hardware</a> are so sweet:</div>
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Here is another pretty shot including the "Charming Baskets" from <a href="http://www.landofnod.com/charming-baskets-herringbone/f10827" target="_blank">Land of Nod</a>--I love Sara's color palette (and I think we all know how I feel about Imperial Trellis):</div>
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These paper lantern balloons put off such a soft glow and would be another perfect nod to Babar: </div>
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SO--back to reality. When we bought the house last fall, the room was dark and cavernous with a dingy gray carpet...</div>
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...fine for a teenage boy, but about as far from a baby girl's nursery as you can get!<br />
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The plan is to transform the room into a bright and colorful, but feminine nursery over the next six weeks!<br />
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I created the following design board to help me avoid the effects of pregnancy brain and stick to the plan:</div>
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#Goals, right? To be completely honest, I got a little bit of a head start because it is getting harder and harder to complete certain projects (think sitting on the floor, hunched over a dresser that arrived in a million pieces while trying to read a wordless version of so-called assembly instructions through tears).<br />
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It's been a crazy summer, to say the least! We moved to Maine in June and are still <i>very</i>-much trying to get settled--the house hunt has been harder than we hoped, but I am trying to enjoy the journey...and living in Kennebunkport while we look! But now that September has arrived and life (and the real estate market) is slowing down in this little summer town, I plan to get back to blogging with the hopes that it will bring me a sense of productivity and progress. </div>
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As much as I have missed blogging, I have missed the fall more and I have some serious making up to do this year! I pretty much plan to spend the bulk of my time frolicking in the nearest orchard, baking and eating waaay too many apple pies, and drowning house hunting problems in mulled cider...which I plan to sip by a roaring fire, of course.</div>
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As in our last house hunt (a year and a half ago, HA!), a fireplace is at the top of my must-have list--especially now that we live in the North Pole--I mean Maine. I admit I am a sucker for almost any fireplace, but I especially love fireplaces that feature delft tile surrounds. These pretty little Asian-inspired Dutch tiles can have a large impact on a space, whether one is trying to add a nautical touch, or some unexpected interest to traditional interior.</div>
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<a href="http://www.anthonybaratta.com/" target="_blank">Anthony Baratta</a> is kind of the king of delft tile surrounds, and another of my favorite designers/Maine summer residents, <a href="http://www.libbycameron.com/" target="_blank">Libby Cameron</a>, likes them, too! More recently, <a href="http://www.colleenbashaw.com/" target="_blank">Colleen Bashaw</a>'s design of Hampton's hotel <a href="http://www.baronscove.com/" target="_blank">Baron's Cove</a> incorporated a delft tile surround; the traditional nautical decor of the hotel--including the surround--has gained much praise...and gives even the oldest, most exclusive yacht club in the Northeast a run for its money!</div>
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The following interiors showcase how different designers have used these tiles in their gorgeous work to make these fireplaces and rooms really pop:</div>
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It has been about a year since we moved into <a href="http://shellandchinoiserie.blogspot.com/2014/02/the-big-announcement.html" target="_blank">our new house</a> here in Charleston and I admit I haven't posted <i>nearly</i> as often as I had planned--thank you all for sticking with me and my little blog!<br />
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Between settling into our new house and starting a new job, the past year has been a busy one! I wish I could say things were finally going to calm down, but alas it is quite the opposite because...[drum roll please]...we are moving! Again!<br />
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Call me crazy, but I have been so homesick for Boston and New England in general, which is ironic since Charleston has been "home" since I was a little girl. Don't get me wrong--we have enjoyed so many things about being back in Charleston; it has provided the perfect opportunity to reconnect with friends, and spending time with my father has been the best! Not to mention we have been so spoiled by weekends at the beach house, and have fallen in love with our own beautiful home here...<br />
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But alas, I have missed New England dreadfully, so after <i>lots</i> of long and hard thinking (understatement of the century), we have made the difficult decision to sell our house, to once again say "see you soon!" to friends and family, and go back. Except this time we are going past Boston and all the way up to Portland, Maine! I think it is safe to say I will get my snow fix up there...<br />
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Although we haven't spent much time in Portland proper, we were married just down the road in Kennebunkport and absolutely love the area. <span style="text-align: center;">And you can't beat that it is only about an hour and a half north of Boston! We will be able to spend time with friends and family in Boston, as well as take advantage of all the big city has to offer, but hopefully without the high cost of living and congestion that comes with it! </span><br />
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In honor of our move, I thought I would share one of my favorite Maine interiors, belonging to John Fondas and John Knott of <a href="http://quadrillefabrics.com/" target="_blank">Quadrille</a>.<br />
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The following <a href="http://www.housebeautiful.com/design-inspiration/house-tours/g1375/bold-pattern-decorating-ideas-0413/" target="_blank">House Beautiful</a> feature showcases the many ways in which the home epitomizes iconic New England style, from its gray shingle exterior to the nautical accents and nods to colonial America in the home's eclectic interior. The rich textures and patterns throughout the home--many of which are <a href="http://quadrillefabrics.com/" target="_blank">Quadrille</a>--compliment each other and create a colorful interior that is vibrant, inviting, and one might even venture to say warm (perhaps a welcomed palette in Maine--even in a summer home!):<br />
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I know spring officially began last week, but out of respect to those who are still buried under nine feet of snow, I thought I would hold off on celebrating for a few more days...<br />
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But yesterday I spoke with some friends back in Boston, and--as you can imagine--they were happy to report that there are finally some signs of spring in the air, so I'm hoping it's safe to flaunt some pretty flowers on the blog today (...like the ones that are blooming in my back yard--shhhh)!<br />
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I thought I would share one of my favorite ways to display flowers--don't get me wrong, you know how much I love ginger jars, but another fun and festive alternative to the traditional vase is a teapot, and in particular, an elephant teapot! Not to mention these little ellies are an easy way to incorporate some chinoiserie style in your home this spring ;)<br />
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The following are pretty examples of how to style your blooms in elephant teapots (and--if you are more talented then me--garden stools!) at all of your spring soirees--bridal showers, baby showers...and, of course, the occasional rainy Tuesday:</div>
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<span style="font-size: x-small;">$12.99 from <a href="http://www.worldmarket.com/product/white+ceramic+teapots.do?camp=ppc%3AGooglePLA%3Anone%3A96244856339custom4home_decor%26custom0mirrors&adpos=1o3&creative=50632188899&device=c&matchtype=&network=g&gclid=CjwKEAjw0LmoBRDHuo7UkaKXhn8SJADmDTG0UKcOLHCW6DOz9w6_xci90h60kg3ChMB4CV-1N6NVxRoCPBLw_wcB" target="_blank">World Market</a></span></div>
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<span style="font-size: x-small;">$15 from <a href="https://www.etsy.com/listing/220441748/elephant-teapot-with-little-succulents?ref=sr_gallery_34&ga_search_query=elephant+teapot&ga_ref=auto1&ga_search_type=all&ga_view_type=gallery" target="_blank">Etsy</a></span><br />
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<span style="font-size: x-small;">$59 from <a href="http://www.potterybarnkids.com/products/elephant-tea-set/" target="_blank">Pottery Barn Kids</a></span><br />
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<span style="font-size: x-small;">$59.95 from </span><a href="http://www.zgallerie.com/p-7483-ceramic-elephant.aspx" style="font-size: small;" target="_blank">ZGallerie</a><br />
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Anonymoushttp://www.blogger.com/profile/03556711691733883503noreply@blogger.com7tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-7188675625374191340.post-76361172889279489732015-03-23T11:56:00.000-04:002015-03-24T10:47:37.004-04:00a maine summer home for mondayMy April issue of <a href="http://www.housebeautiful.com/" target="_blank">House Beautiful</a> arrived over the weekend and as always, it was chock-full of inspiration--interiors I appreciate and designers I admire, but as I was flipping through, something rare occurred--one of those amazing discoveries that make the arrival of a design magazine so exciting...<br />
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Behold: a room featuring almost every. single. one. of my favorite design elements--a grand stone hearth as the centerpiece of the room, flanked by built-ins filled with books, surrounded by wood painted white, with beams, model ships, wicker and rattan, a touch of tartan, an elephant garden stool and--wait for it--<a href="http://shellandchinoiserie.blogspot.com/2014/01/oh-chintz.html" target="_blank">Lee Jofa's Althea</a>! You <i>know</i> how much I love my Althea...<br />
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It was love at first sight.<br />
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Where, you ask, is this perfect storm of style? In <a href="http://www.libbycameron.com/" target="_blank">Libby Cameron</a>'s Maine summer home. I mean--Maine! I <i>love</i> Maine!<br />
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Cameron was Sister Parish's protégé and her sophisticatedly eclectic and subtly colorful style certainly reflects Parish's influence, but this summer home seems to be more of a happy accident where family heirlooms and beach finds have collected over generations in the most inviting way. Ever.<br />
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The magazine feature left me wanting more, so I <strike>searched</strike> stalked Cameron's summer home and found the following photos on <a href="http://www.homeaway.com/vacation-rental/p255742vb?flspusage=fl" target="_blank">Homeaway</a> (yes, you heard right--anyone want to go to Maine with me this summer?!):<br />
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The home's casual kitchen and porch are equally as charming:<br />
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Much like her mentor, Cameron creates seemingly effortless interiors by mixing colors and patterns that compliment each other--her spaces make perfect sense, but the elements in them do not necessarily match.<br />
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Like Libby, I too love painted wood floors, especially in a summer home. She says she used marine deck enamel on the floors in her Maine home for low maintenance. Here are some more of her painted floors:<br />
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Since I have done all of the online stalking possible, my next stop it to buy the book which Cameron co-authored with Parish's granddaughter:<br />
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Anonymoushttp://www.blogger.com/profile/03556711691733883503noreply@blogger.com2tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-7188675625374191340.post-55990140831043960492015-03-13T10:52:00.000-04:002015-03-13T13:19:30.587-04:00expecting companyWell it's been quite a while since my last post--my sincere apologies for that--but I am going to try to get my feet wet again with this post today, as I was inspired yesterday!<br />
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I had a hot second to sit down with some catalogs yesterday and was so excited to see that the beautiful rattan bamboo pieces which I have been coveting from <a href="http://www.thecompanystore.com/company-store/" target="_blank">The Company Store</a> are on sale!<br />
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So I snagged myself two of these tortoise tables for our bedroom at the beach house:<br />
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The table is on sale for $169 from $199! That is six margaritas at happy hour, people!<br />
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As you may remember, I have been <a href="http://shellandchinoiserie.blogspot.com/2013/11/monday-bedroom-makeover-john-robshaw-to.html" target="_blank">redecorating our bedroom at the beach</a>, a project which is <i>still </i>ongoing (insert six margaritas here).<br />
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I love all of the pieces in the collection, but I especially love this side cabinet, which is on sale from $299 to $254!</div>
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...and this beautiful bench, which is now $339 down from $399!:</div>
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I used a coupon code from <a href="http://www.retailmenot.com/view/thecompanystore.com" target="_blank">Retail Me Not</a> and got an additional 15% off plus free shipping--not too shabby! </div>
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Alright--the <a href="http://shop.chairish.com/" target="_blank">Chairish</a> train is leaving the station, and I am sprinting to jump on it. </div>
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If you have not yet had a chance to explore Chairish yourself, block out a few hours and save up some money, because you gonna need it--Chairish is dangerous in the best of ways. </div>
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A heaven for us hunters of fabulous vintage finds, Chairish is an online marketplace offering everything from statement furniture to unique accessories--Chairish even profiles shops and designers...and bloggers! Is there anything they don't do?! (nope.)</div>
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So you can imagine how excited I was the other day when Chairish reached out to me (<i>me</i>?!) with a challenge to take a room from white to bright using one of their colorful <a href="https://www.chairish.com/collection/accent-chairs" target="_blank">accent chairs</a> as inspiration. </div>
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I'm not one to shy away from color, but I admit I questioned my ability to design an entire room around a chair...until I saw the options and quickly became overwhelmed by the possibilities. </div>
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Here were a few of my faves, which are all waiting patiently on Chairish to find a new home:</div>
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But ultimately it was this Danish Teak Lounge Chair that stole my heart and inspired some big plans:</div>
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Lately I have been channeling the laid-back surfer side of myself--maybe it is the summer, or maybe it is my subconscious making an effort to balance the new job. Regardless, my design aesthetic is mirroring my Santa Monica surf shack moment, and this chair fits the part. Perfectly.<br />
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So on I went to find some more colorful furniture and accessories to compliment my chair, most of which I found on Chairish. I figured why look any further? I certainly didn't need to! <br />
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<a href="http://shop.chairish.com/products/alpaca-fur-throw-pillow" target="_blank"><span style="font-size: x-small;">Alpaca Fur Throw Pillow</span></a></div>
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I also incorporated this sofa from <a href="http://www.ikea.com/us/en/catalog/products/S59902248/" target="_blank">Ikea</a>:<br />
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So do yourself a favor and go check out <a href="http://shop.chairish.com/" target="_blank">Chairish</a> if you haven't already. You'll thank me.<br />
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Anonymoushttp://www.blogger.com/profile/03556711691733883503noreply@blogger.com7tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-7188675625374191340.post-17654756939350404672014-06-25T12:58:00.001-04:002014-06-25T15:56:47.453-04:00wednesday wishlist: the olive leaf lightOur home is still coming along slowly but surely--"slowly" being the key word. Although we have found most of our furniture, I have become overwhelmed by the process of selecting lighting and many of the other little accents that are so important to pulling a space together.<br />
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One room that I have been hemming and hawing over is our downstairs powder room. So far I have covered the walls in <a href="http://www.thibautdesign.com/collection/high_res.php?patternID=1170&productID=7286" target="_blank">Thibaut Tanzania</a> and placed a large gold mirror above the sink:<br />
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I also found a small bamboo plant stand (which I spray painted gold, of course) and a fuchsia orchid to place upon it for a pop of color. And although I have yet to settle on a towel rack, I bought some beautiful embroidered linen hand towels from <a href="https://www.etsy.com/shop/tghatfieldcompany?ref=l2-shop-info-name" target="_blank">TG Hatfield Company</a> (aka <a href="http://splendidsass.blogspot.com/" target="_blank">Splendid Sass</a>) on <a href="https://www.etsy.com/?ref=si_home" target="_blank">Etsy</a>:<br />
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But that's all I have in the powder room. Well, that and a potty!<br />
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So as you can imagine, in addition to a towel rack, I have been searching for a fabulous light fixture, and I think I may have finally found one!<br />
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Behold the beautiful Olive Leaf Light:<br />
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I am confident this gilded fixture will look stunning against the white ceiling, as well as compliment the other decorative accents in the powder room. I think.</div>
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The main reason it has taken me so long to select a fixture is because I am one of the most indecisive people you will ever meet--I mean, there are so many options out there! On that note, one of the other fixtures I had been considering was this drum pendant/crystal chandelier which I found on Overstock:</div>
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I think a flushmount will work best, as I wouldn't want the light fixture to compete with my mirror, but I suppose I could affix this drum pendant quite close to the ceiling...<br />
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Feel free to chime in with your ever-so-helpful and kind comments! They always make my day!</div>
Anonymoushttp://www.blogger.com/profile/03556711691733883503noreply@blogger.com10tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-7188675625374191340.post-72177181319764572502014-05-30T09:47:00.001-04:002014-05-30T10:45:18.643-04:00a year of change challenge...completed?Hello again!<br />
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Unless you have been following me on <a href="http://instagram.com/shellandchinoiserie" target="_blank">Instagram</a>, you are probably wondering where I have disappeared to this time. Some of you have even been so sweet as to message me to make sure I am OK (read: I didn't check myself in to a hospital following the <a href="http://shellandchinoiserie.blogspot.com/2014/05/one-room-challenge-linking-event-reveal.html" target="_blank">One Room Challenge Linking Event</a> reveal). Well--I <i>am</i> OK, and...I got a job! Mama needed some money to decorate the rest of this house! So I beg of you to bear with me as I find the balance between working and blogging, but rest assured--shell and chinoiserie isn't going anywhere!<br />
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I cannot believe we have already reached the end of May! I was so flattered in the beginning of month when the <a href="http://www.suburbanbitches.com/" target="_blank">Suburban Bitches</a> asked me and <a href="http://kari-joy.com/" target="_blank">Kari Joy</a> to join them and their fabulous friends <a href="http://www.commona-myhouse.blogspot.com/" target="_blank">Commona My House</a>, <a href="http://rosabeltrandesign.blogspot.com/" target="_blank">Rosa Beltran Design</a>, and <a href="http://www.lifeonvirginiastreet.com/" target="_blank">Life on Virginia Street</a> for the month of May in their <a href="http://www.suburbanbitches.com/year-long-challenge-march/" target="_blank">A Year of Change</a> challenge.<br />
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Each month, these ladies pick the same project to complete and showcase their unique approaches and talents in their reveals. The year began in <a href="http://www.suburbanbitches.com/year-change-reveal-march/" target="_blank">March</a> when they used <a href="http://www.cuttingedgestencils.com/" target="_blank">Cutting Edge Stencils</a> for a stencil project, and in <a href="http://www.suburbanbitches.com/year-change-april-reveal/" target="_blank">April</a> they challenged each other to revamp a piece of furniture. Their goal is to demonstrate that completing these little projects can make a big change.<br />
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This month's challenge was to take it outside and tackle an exterior project in anticipation of this summer's outdoor entertaining. You can see the <a href="http://www.suburbanbitches.com/" target="_blank">Suburban Bitches</a>' reveal <a href="http://www.suburbanbitches.com/year-change-may-reveal/" target="_blank">here</a>, and be sure to check out <a href="http://www.commona-myhouse.blogspot.com/" target="_blank">Commona My House</a>, <a href="http://www.lifeonvirginiastreet.com/2014/05/a-year-of-change-mays-project_30.html" target="_blank">Life on Virginia Street</a>, <a href="http://rosabeltrandesign.blogspot.com/2014/05/mays-year-of-change-designer-challenge.html" target="_blank">Rosa Beltran Design</a>, and of course <a href="http://kari-joy.com/2014/05/30/may-year-of-change-challenge-reveal/" target="_blank">Kari Joy</a>, as well!:<br />
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As for me, I decided to give my garage a facelift.<br />
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In my <a href="http://shellandchinoiserie.blogspot.com/2014/05/the-year-of-change-challenge-accepted.html" target="_blank">first post</a>, I discussed how one of my pet peeves is when you drive up to a house--such as ours--and all you see is garage:<br />
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So in an easy and affordable effort to treat this big blemish on the face of our home, I planned to add a pretty plant between the garage doors, some lanterns above each door, and place window decals--yes, decals--on the doors themselves. My goal was to demonstrate that these three little changes could make a big difference for the curb appeal of our home.<br />
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And I failed. Miserably.<br />
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The plant was no problem--easy peasy lime squeezy (because I bought a little lime tree).<br />
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The lanterns turned out to be a little more involved than I thought they would be, as apparently electricians are expensive! Really expensive. So I nixed that and planned to simply mount decorative lanterns instead. That was until I gave-up altogether following the decal disaster...</div>
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Perhaps the smallest change that would have the biggest impact on my garage was these <a href="https://www.etsy.com/shop/KenButtsEnterprises?ref=l2-shopheader-name" target="_blank">these window decals</a> which I spent $125 for on <a href="https://www.etsy.com/" target="_blank">Etsy</a>. The decals promised to be an easy and affordable (check and check!) way to turn standard garage doors into charming ones.<br />
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Man do I wish I could say those doors are mine, but alas...<br />
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The directions warned that the doors must be clean in order for the stickers to stick to the surface, so we had our home power washed. And then we hosed and scrubbed (with Clorox wipes) for good measure:<br />
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But the stickers didn't stick. At. All. After some swearing and perhaps even a tear (a moment we did <i>not</i> capture on film), my husband and I surrendered to the stickers and have decided to explore stencils. At least I know who to turn to for stencil advice ;-)</div>
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So the only semi-successful part of this project is my little lime tree, which seems to think it is the Charlie Brown Christmas Tree (but still looks a lot better than my second Fiddle Leaf Fig...).<br />
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I promise to keep you all posted about the progress of this <i>on</i>going project. (Settle down--it's not <i>that</i> exciting!).<br />
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But in the meantime, in an effort to redeem myself, I scrambled to complete another outdoor project for my post. <br />
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I was so inspired by <a href="http://simplestylings.com/" target="_blank">Simple Stylings</a>' <a href="http://simplestylings.com/one-room-challenge-big-reveal/" target="_blank">One Room Challenge Linking Event</a> deck reveal that I decided to follow suit by attempting to create that same, ethereal look in my own backyard.<br />
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When we first toured our home, I fell in love with all of the limb-y trees in the backyard, which I like to think is quite Twilight/The Hunger Games-esque, even though we are smack in the middle of a giant subdivision:</div>
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Anyway, the privacy is nice, especially considering all of the time we hope to spend outdoors now that we are no longer in New England!<br />
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I immediately imagined hanging little lanterns from the tree limbs to create a twinkling canopy under which we could sit and socialize. Because these trees are set back a bit from our house, there is no electrical source nearby, so instead of strung lights, I took to making mason jar lanterns:<br />
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I filled them with little, twinkling LED votives:<br />
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We also finally set-up our fire pit, which was a wedding present (from--you guessed it--my brother-in-law/the best gift-giver in the world!) that has been sitting in its box since we got married almost two years ago:</div>
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Next stop, s'more town! And perhaps Lowe's to get some outdoor furniture to place around our fire pit...<br />
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Nothing crazy, albeit a little project that made a big difference in our backyard!<br />
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And be sure to head over to check out the reveals of <a href="http://www.suburbanbitches.com/year-change-may-reveal/" target="_blank">Suburban Bitches</a>, <a href="http://www.commona-myhouse.blogspot.com/" target="_blank">Commona My House</a>, <a href="http://www.lifeonvirginiastreet.com/2014/05/a-year-of-change-mays-project_30.html" target="_blank">Life on Virginia Street</a>, <a href="http://rosabeltrandesign.blogspot.com/2014/05/mays-year-of-change-designer-challenge.html" target="_blank">Rosa Beltran Design</a>, and <a href="http://kari-joy.com/2014/05/30/may-year-of-change-challenge-reveal/" target="_blank">Kari Joy</a>! I am willing to bet their reveals are a bit more impressive... ;-/<br />
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As promised, I will keep you all posted about future improvements to my ongoing projects!Anonymoushttp://www.blogger.com/profile/03556711691733883503noreply@blogger.com9tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-7188675625374191340.post-23914118876831278322014-05-13T07:59:00.001-04:002014-05-13T08:03:43.524-04:00some ticking stripe for your tuesday<div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: center;">
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Summer is almost here! For some of us, it has already arrived--the high has hit 90 for going on two weeks straight in South Carolina. I am <i>so</i> grateful that we are by the beach and those coastal breezes!</div>
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But for those of you who still have a bit more of spring to go before summer, or for those of you who are simply stuck in a landlocked sauna, one of the quickest and easiest ways to achieve a classic coastal vibe in your home is with some ticking stripe!:</div>
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Originally used to encase mattresses and pillows (and the down feathers that filled them), the durable cotton fabric has since become a staple in classic home decor. Furthermore, it's simplicity and traditional blue and white color scheme fit well by the beach. </div>
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Here are some seaside inspired examples of how to incorporate ticking stripe in your own home, whether it is by the beach or not!:</div>
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Yesterday the talented <a href="http://www.callingithome.com/2014/05/one-room-challenge-week-6.html" target="_blank">One Room Challenge</a> designers and bloggers shared their stunning spaces, and today it is our turn!</div>
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So without further ado, I'll get started with the following before photo of the small sitting room off of our master which I have (past tense!) transformed into my new office:</div>
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I wanted a fun and feminine space that would serve as an inspiring office, but also a relaxing retreat (perhaps from our home's little <i>future</i> inhabitants? My mother-in-law just fainted--someone get her a fan.).</div>
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Also important was to incorporate colors, patterns, and textures that would compliment the <a href="http://shellandchinoiserie.blogspot.com/2014/01/oh-chintz.html" target="_blank">chintz</a> I inherited from my mother. </div>
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The following were the design boards I created to illustrate the look and assist me along the way:</div>
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Not only is today one of my favorite holidays, but it is also my one year blogiversary! </div>
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What a wonderful year of blogging it has been--full of learning and lots of fun; but perhaps the best part is the new friends I have made along the way. And what better way to celebrate my blogiversary than with those friends over at <a href="http://blog.thepinkpagoda.us/" target="_blank">The Pink Pagoda</a>'s <a href="http://blog.thepinkpagoda.us/2014/05/may-blue-and-white-bash.html" target="_blank">Blue and White Bash</a>! </div>
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<a href="http://blog.thepinkpagoda.us/2013/09/the-blue-and-white-bash.html" target="_blank">The Pink Pagoda's Blue and White Bash</a> is always such a festive way to start off the month, and for May's bash I have decided to bring some blue and white <a href="http://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/Textiles_of_Mexico#Embroidery" target="_blank">Otomi</a> in honor of Cinco de Mayo. You, too, can bring your own blue and white and join us over at Jennifer's party, or you can sit back, sip a margarita, and scroll through all of the beautiful blue and white shared by other blogs.<br />
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Fittingly, <a href="http://blog.thepinkpagoda.us/2014/04/spring-2014-one-room-challenge-week-two.html" target="_blank">Jennifer's use of Otomi</a> in the <a href="http://www.callingithome.com/2014/04/one-room-challenge-week-5.html" target="_blank">One Room Challenge</a> has really turned me on to the Mexican textile. As demonstrated in the pattern that <a href="http://mimosalaneblog.blogspot.com/p/about.html" target="_blank">Albertina</a> of <a href="http://mimosalaneblog.blogspot.com/" target="_blank">Mimosa Lane</a> provided for Jennifer's room, Otomi patterns are often known for their colorful palette, but for today's bash I am going to stick with blue and white. Furthermore, I decided to keep to Otomi tablescapes and other party related pieces for today's celebration:</div>
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And I couldn't resist including these two blue and white Otomi party dresses--they look perfect for the heat that is headed our way this week!:<br />
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So those pesky home improvement projects that are sitting at the bottom of your to-do list, below "pick-up dry-cleaning," "go to grocery," and "get that stinky dog to the groomer ASAP?" Yeeeah. You know the ones--they sit there with their big, bold letters, taunting you for days. And then months. And then--well--I don't need to remind you.<br />
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<span style="font-size: 12.727272033691406px;">I was beyond flattered when the beautiful bloggers behind </span><a href="http://www.suburbanbitches.com/" style="font-size: 12.727272033691406px;" target="_blank">Suburban Bitches</a><span style="font-size: 12.727272033691406px;"> invited me to join them </span><span style="font-size: 12.727272033691406px;">and their fabulous friends </span><a href="http://www.commona-myhouse.blogspot.com/" style="color: #1155cc; font-size: 12.727272033691406px;" target="_blank">Commona-My House</a><span style="font-size: 12.727272033691406px;">, </span><a href="http://rosabeltrandesign.blogspot.com/" style="color: #1155cc; font-size: 12.727272033691406px;" target="_blank">Rosa Beltran Design</a><span style="font-size: 12.727272033691406px;">, and </span><a href="http://www.lifeonvirginiastreet.com/" style="color: #1155cc; font-size: 12.727272033691406px;" target="_blank">Life on Virginia Street</a><span style="font-size: 12.727272033691406px;"> to participate in their <a href="http://www.suburbanbitches.com/year-long-challenge-march/" target="_blank">A Year of Change</a> challenge for the month of May. </span><br />
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<span style="font-size: 12.727272033691406px;">Each month, these ladies pick the same project to tackle and reveal their unique approaches and talents as they complete it. They make it look easy, which is good because their goal is to encourage the rest of us to get sh*t done, too. </span><br />
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With the warmer weather approaching (unless you are in South Carolina, where it is already sweltering), we have been challenged to get our outdoor spaces spiffed up in time to enjoy the summer weather. Like, before Christmas. And while my fellow A Year of Change participants may feel challenged to create an outdoor entertaining space, I have decided to interpret it as a challenge to do some exterior work on the house and make it more inviting. Because let's face it--if people don't want to come over, there will be no one to entertain.</div>
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One of my pet peeves is when you drive up to a home, and all you see is garage. It's like, "have some house with that garage!" Bleh. Unfortunately, our house is one of those houses, and although I love <a href="http://shellandchinoiserie.blogspot.com/2014/02/the-big-announcement.html" target="_blank">our new house</a> and all of the selling features it had to offer, curb appeal wasn't reeeally one of them for me. In response to my hesitation, our realtor explained that the reason for this design is to conserve construction costs. Pffft. Anyway, the appearance of the garage was not a deal breaker because I knew I could spruce it up.<br />
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So I added it to the list. Months ago.<br />
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But in my defense, it was a loooong list of items such as--oh, I don't know--"get a new roof," "put in hardwoods," "paint entire interior of house," etc., etc., etc... Etc.<br />
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Now that we are finally finished with the repairs and upgrades on and in our new home, I have started decorating with the little money that we have left over. But where there's a will, there's a way, and in a few short weeks we are hosting our house warming party and I'll be damned if people's first impression isn't a good one. (On a side note, some of my friends refuse to make the distinction between an Interior Decorator and a broke interior decor <i>blogger</i>. No pressure.).<br />
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Please accept my apologies for the following before photo--which is indeed the Google Street View of our home--as it is the only photo I have that gives a perspective of the scale of the garage. Plus I cut the garage out of all of the other photos.</div>
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Today we are simply sharing our plans for the projects, which will be completed and revealed at the end of the month on Friday, <span class="aBn" data-term="goog_1688179353" style="border-bottom-color: rgb(204, 204, 204); border-bottom-style: dashed; border-bottom-width: 1px; position: relative; top: -2px; z-index: 0;" tabindex="0"><span class="aQJ" style="position: relative; top: 2px; z-index: -1;">May 30th (don't worry, I'll be sure to incessantly remind you as we get closer)</span></span>. And I promise to have some better before photos by then for the comparison.</div>
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So stay tuned to see if I can check this project off the list, and in the meantime head on over to see what <a href="http://www.suburbanbitches.com/" target="_blank">Suburban Bitches</a>, <a href="http://www.commona-myhouse.blogspot.com/" style="color: #1155cc;" target="_blank">Commona-My House</a>, <a href="http://rosabeltrandesign.blogspot.com/" style="color: #1155cc;" target="_blank">Rosa Beltran Design</a>, and <a href="http://www.lifeonvirginiastreet.com/" style="color: #1155cc;" target="_blank">Life on Virginia Street</a> are up to outside!</div>
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With one more week to go in <a href="http://www.callingithome.com/" target="_blank">Calling It Home</a>'s six-week-long <a href="http://www.callingithome.com/2014/05/one-room-challenge-linking-event-round.html" target="_blank">One Room Challenge Linking Event</a>, it is starting to get reeeally real around here! For the past five weeks, I have been busting my behind as a linking participant in the challenge, attempting to transform a sitting area off of our master into the <i>shell & chinoiserie</i> headquarters ;)<br />
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In <a href="http://shellandchinoiserie.blogspot.com/2014/04/one-room-challenge-linking-event.html" target="_blank">week three</a>, I revealed my <a href="http://shellandchinoiserie.blogspot.com/2013/06/wednesday-with-kelly-wearstlers.html" target="_blank">Kelly Wearstler Imperial Trellis</a> wallpaper and my furniture so far!<br />
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And <a href="http://shellandchinoiserie.blogspot.com/2014/04/one-room-challenge-linking-event-week-4.html" target="_blank">last week</a> I talked more about my furniture (and how I had spray painted most of it gold), and about the lighting in my office, which included a window and the upholstered valence with which I had treated it.<br />
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And as promised, this week will be all about the details--accessorize, accessorize, accessorize!<br />
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But before we get to the good stuff, I wanted to quickly follow-up about my furniture. As you may remember from last week, my <a href="http://www.worldmarket.com/product/josephine-desk.do" target="_blank">Josephine Desk</a> arrived on my doorstep early, so I used the extra time to spiff up the legs with some gold spray paint!<br />
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So let's move on to the accessories, shall we?<br />
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For my art I have gathered the following collection of less traditional pieces and prints to put on my walls:<br />
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I found the following two prints from <a href="https://www.etsy.com/shop/CharmAndGumption?ref=l2-shopheader-name" style="text-align: center;" target="_blank">Charm and Gumption</a> on <a href="http://www.etsy.com/" target="_blank">Etsy</a>. I think they are young and fun and fresh:<br />
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However, I did decide to find some sophisticated frames for them, and my long and exasperated search finally lead me to this wall of bamboo beauties which were on sale for 70% off at a local consignment store!:</div>
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So off we went to the framing store to pick out the perfect matte:<br />
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Ultimately, I picked the pink ;) I've got to save<i> some</i> secrets for the final reveal! </div>
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I also saw some images of some framed shopping bags on Pinterest (you know the ones) and thought I would copy the idea in my office--they will serve as my version of motivational posters:</div>
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Well, not really voilà--stuffing those suckers in these frames was no easy feat, and this project is ongoing, so please say a prayer that it won't be the next Pinterest fail...</div>
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Another piece of "art" that I plan to display in my office is the illustration I drew which served as the original <i>shell & chinoiserie</i> design:<br />
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And another sentimental piece of art for my office is this fan which I bought at a market in Beijing while there on business some years ago:</div>
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And, of course, some photos of my handsome husband to stare at...framed in what else but gold bamboo!:</div>
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I found a fabulous (and I do mean fabulous) shaggy, sheepskin chair cover from <a href="https://www.etsy.com/shop/taftyli?ref=l2-shopheader-name" style="text-align: center;" target="_blank">Taftyli</a> on <a href="http://www.etsy.com/" target="_blank">Etsy</a> to soften up the seat of my <a href="http://www.staples.com/office/supplies/StaplesProductDisplay?storeId=10001&catalogIdentifier=2&partNumber=256977&langid=-1&cid=PS:GooglePLAs:256977&srccode=cii_17588969&cpncode=34-126092397-2" target="_blank">ghost chair</a>:</div>
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And that handsome husband of mine must have read my <a href="http://shellandchinoiserie.blogspot.com/2014/02/valentines-wishlist.html" target="_blank">Valentine's Wishlist</a> post because he surprised me with some sweet scents from <a href="http://www.diptyqueparis.com/home-fragrances/candles/baies-candle.html" style="text-align: center;" target="_blank">Diptyque</a>:</div>
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I found this agate coaster at a local shop for $8! A pretty way to protect my Josephine desk, no doubt.</div>
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Originally, I ordered the elusive gold acrylic stapler on the bottom of the photo below (from <a href="http://www.rachelgeorge.com/" target="_blank">Rachel George</a>), but it was significantly back-ordered (and significantly expensive). In the meantime, I found the second gold stapler by Nate Berkus at Target.</div>
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So now I have two gold staplers, but I believe I am suffering from a severe case of gold stapler envy PTSD because I cannot bring myself to return either. </div>
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And of course I had to get the gold scissors to match my gold staplers!:</div>
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I am fostering this pair of parakeets from my parents' home until I can convince my four older sisters to let me give them a forever home. Because I love them. Almost as much as I love my sisters. Did I mention how much I love my sisters?</div>
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I bought a set of two acrylic clamshell bowls from <a href="http://shellandchinoiserie.blogspot.com/2013/12/friday-finds-from-boxwood-cottage-in.html" target="_blank">The Boxwood Cottage</a> in Beaufort while visiting my father for Easter. </div>
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The one above is the smaller of the two, in which I plan to put my brand new business cards!:</div>
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And these pencils from <a href="https://www.etsy.com/shop/AmandaCatherineDes?ref=l2-shopheader-name" style="text-align: center;" target="_blank">Amanda Catherine Des</a> on <a href="http://www.etsy.com/" target="_blank">Etsy</a> are almost too pretty to write with! Either way, they will motivate me to get to 5 o' clock!</div>
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And although they could be Kate Spade, I found the following binder and folders at Targay!:</div>
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Another box from the beautiful <a href="http://candyshopvintage.com/" target="_blank">Candy Shop Vintage</a>, some books, and a little blue bird whistle:</div>
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A pair of <a href="http://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/Castanets" target="_blank">Castanets</a> from my time living in Spain (from what I remember, it was a good time):</div>
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Some pretty little decorative matches that were my mother's:<br />
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That's all, folks! The only thing left is the big reveal next week! Luckily there are plenty of beautiful spaces by all of the other talented <a href="http://www.callingithome.com/2014/04/one-room-challenge-week-5.html" target="_blank">One Room Challenge Participants</a> and <a href="http://www.callingithome.com/2014/05/one-room-challenge-linking-event-round.html" target="_blank">One Room Challenge Linking Event Participants</a> to peruse and keep you busy until next week! </div>
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I will say, you all have made the process a lot easier with all of your kind comments and words of encouragement. I am so lucky to have such wonderful readers and fellow bloggers to share this series with! Thank you so much!<br />
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At this point in the process, participants' rooms are really starting to transform and visions are becoming visible! Be sure to check them all out over at <a href="http://www.callingithome.com/" target="_blank">Calling It Home</a>, where the lovely Linda has been hosting us all month.<br />
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I, too, am starting to see all of the hard work pay-off! Let's take a quick look back:<br />
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In <a href="http://shellandchinoiserie.blogspot.com/2014/04/one-room-challenge-linking-event-week_10.html" target="_blank">week one</a> I discussed how I was going to transform an awkward sitting room off of our master bedroom into my office.<br />
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In <a href="http://shellandchinoiserie.blogspot.com/2014/04/one-room-challenge-linking-event-week.html" target="_blank">week two</a> I talked about the progress so far, which included some painting and a pilgrimage of the <a href="http://shellandchinoiserie.blogspot.com/2014/01/oh-chintz.html" target="_blank">chintz</a>.<br />
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And finally, <a href="http://shellandchinoiserie.blogspot.com/2014/04/one-room-challenge-linking-event.html" target="_blank">last week</a> I revealed my <a href="http://shellandchinoiserie.blogspot.com/2013/06/wednesday-with-kelly-wearstlers.html" target="_blank">Kelly Wearstler Imperial Trellis</a> wallpaper and my furniture so far!:<br />
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I was so flattered by the response to this photo, which I might add is a seriously "grammed" snapshot of about three square feet of the space, but in an effort to be better at accepting compliments, thank you, thank you, THANK YOU! Aaand hopefully I can continue to crank out some more style... :-/</div>
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Last week I left you with my plans to upholster a valance which I am using to disguise a somewhat dated arch window in my office. </div>
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Here is the valance pre-upholstery:<br />
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Originally--as suggested in my design board--I wanted to mirror the <a href="http://shellandchinoiserie.blogspot.com/2013/06/wednesday-with-kelly-wearstlers.html" target="_blank">Kelly Wearstler Imperial Trellis</a> on my accent wall by using the leftover wallpaper to cover my valance, but there was not enough excess paper to do so, so off I went to find a fabric.<br />
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You may recall my <a href="http://shellandchinoiserie.blogspot.com/search?q=makeover&x=0&y=0" target="_blank">history of picking out fabric</a>--I am the definition of indecisive. My first fabric purchase this time around was the tartan pattern in the middle of the following photo, but I returned it after determining it was too subtle for the other patterns in the space:<br />
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I got some great advice following my prompt for help in last week's post. A couple of you suggested I use a solid fabric for the valance, but the catch was that my curtains are solid, and I was set on a pattern to balance the room a bit. And I am a bit of a stubborn ass.</div>
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After entirely too much time spent dedicated to finding a fabric for the valance, I decided to go with the striped pattern on the bottom of the above photo, as I had been thinking about it since I had visited the first fabric store, and the colors complimented the existing ones perfectly. </div>
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(side note: I am seriously considering doing our dining room for the next One Room Challenge Linking Event, HA!)<br />
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Then I took a tension rod for my curtains and mounted it inside the valance before mounting the valance itself:</div>
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And then there was light:<br />
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I am seriously psyched about the lighting in my office space!<br />
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The following task floor lamp sells for $1,679.90 from <a href="http://www.visualcomfortlightinglights.com/product/visual-comfort-e-f-chapman-edwardian-floor-lamps-cha9153ab.html" target="_blank">Visual Comfort Lighting</a>:<br />
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But I bought it for $75. BOOM! And at that price, I bought two! The other one is roaming around the house trying to find a good home, but this one will be proudly placed next to my desk. I love a good task lamp in an office, and given that this one sits on the floor, it will clear up that much more clutter from my desk!!!<br />
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And since my last post, my <a href="http://shellandchinoiserie.blogspot.com/2014/03/wednesday-wishlist-sputnik-chandeliers.html" target="_blank">sputnik chandelier</a> has been set up!<br />
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I purchased the following flush mount version of the fixture from <a href="https://www.etsy.com/shop/LucentLightshop?ref=l2-shopheader-name" target="_blank">Lucent Lightshop</a> on <a href="https://www.etsy.com/?ref=si_home" target="_blank">Etsy</a>:<br />
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So, it's not <i>really</i> a chandelier, but it's as close as I could get considering my lower ceilings...<br />
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Perhaps the most pleasant surprise of the week (trust me--there have been some not-so-pleasant ones, too!) was the arrival of my <a href="http://www.worldmarket.com/product/josephine-desk.do" target="_blank">Josephine Desk</a>, which I had advance ordered from World Market, who reported it would take weeks to stock and ship...but luckily it didn't!:<br />
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(Aaand I have been singing the <a href="https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=22D4e2RcgAk" target="_blank">Super Cat</a> song in my had ever since...)<br />
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Yet another pleasant surprise about two minutes later was when my friend and fellow Linking Event blogger <a href="http://marirobesonstyle.com/" target="_blank">Mari Robeson</a> revealed that she had received her Josephine desk at the same. exact. time all the way across the country in California! Such a fun coincidence!:<br />
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Unlike the amazing Mari, I have not yet had time to assemble my desk, so a stock image will have to do for now:<br />
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Since the last post, the little brass bamboo accent table got a fresh coat of gold, too, and I officially became a member of the Gold Spray Paint Addicts Anonymous along with <a href="http://marirobesonstyle.com/" target="_blank">Mari Robeson</a> and Jennifer over at <a href="http://www.thechicpad.com/" target="_blank">The Chic Pad</a>. Who else needs help? Remember, admitting you have a problem is the first step. I think.<br />
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The desk and table are not the only victims of my gold spray paint addiction this week--my driveway was a victim too, as were my clothes, and my hands, and.... The rest of stuff that is supposed to be gold will be revealed next week.</div>
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One piece that didn't need any spray paint was the shelf I bought (!) from a local vendors' market, because it is already gold! Here is the shelf in it's natural habitat (the poor sales associate who had to clear it off for me!):</div>
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And last, but certainly not least for this week's office update, is the arrival of my <a href="http://www.dashandalbert.com/product/view/yacht-stripe-pink-white-woven-cotton-rug--RDA206" target="_blank">Dash & Albert</a> area rug!:<br />
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Even though I got such a positive response to the combination of <a href="http://shellandchinoiserie.blogspot.com/2014/01/oh-chintz.html" target="_blank">the chintz</a> against the <a href="http://shellandchinoiserie.blogspot.com/2013/06/wednesday-with-kelly-wearstlers.html" target="_blank">Imperial Trellis</a> wallpaper, I have made the executive decision to move the chairs to the other side of the room in front of the window, which is where I thought they would ultimately be placed in <a href="http://shellandchinoiserie.blogspot.com/2014/04/one-room-challenge-linking-event-week.html" target="_blank">week one</a>. This decision came from more of a logistical place than a aesthetic place, although in regards to the latter I am a bit concerned that one side of the room will be really pattern heavy if the chairs and the wallpaper are placed side-by-side, while the other side of the room will be left looking flat. But who knows how the room will end up by week six--I certainly don't! ;-)</div>
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So as you can see, all of the big pieces are coming together or complete--whew! And n<span style="text-align: center;">ext week will be all about accessories when I discuss the details! </span><br />
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In the meantime, be sure to check out the 21 talented bloggers participating in <a href="http://www.callingithome.com/2014/04/one-room-challenge-week-4.html" target="_blank">One Room Challenge</a>, and of course my 70+ fellow <a href="http://www.callingithome.com/2014/04/one-room-challenge-linking-event-round_24.html" target="_blank">One Room Challenge Linking Event</a> participants!Anonymoushttp://www.blogger.com/profile/03556711691733883503noreply@blogger.com50tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-7188675625374191340.post-34779570509317165422014-04-17T00:54:00.003-04:002014-04-17T09:49:25.594-04:00one room challenge linking event: imperial trellis wallpaper for week three!Today I have to turn it around and start with you.<br />
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<i>Thank you so much</i> for all of your kind and helpful comments on my first two posts for <a href="http://www.callingithome.com/" target="_blank">Calling it Home</a>'s <a href="http://www.callingithome.com/2014/04/one-room-challenge-linking-event-round.html" target="_blank">One Room Challenge Linking Event</a>. Each and every one means the world and I am genuinely beyond flattered that my talented followers and fellow bloggers seem to like what I am attempting to do! Talk about motivation to keep moving forward!<br />
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In <a href="http://shellandchinoiserie.blogspot.com/2014/04/one-room-challenge-linking-event-week_10.html" target="_blank">week one</a> I discussed how I was going to transform an awkward sitting room off of our master bedroom into my office.<br />
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In <a href="http://shellandchinoiserie.blogspot.com/2014/04/one-room-challenge-linking-event-week.html" target="_blank">week two</a> I talked about the progress so far, which included some painting and a pilgrimage of the <a href="http://shellandchinoiserie.blogspot.com/2014/01/oh-chintz.html" target="_blank">chintz</a>.<br />
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This week, I am SO excited to show you my new <a href="http://shellandchinoiserie.blogspot.com/2013/06/wednesday-with-kelly-wearstlers.html" target="_blank">Kelly Wearstler Imperial Trellis</a> wallpaper!<br />
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I have been dreaming of putting this paper in my home for a long time now, so I decided to treat myself to a whole wall of it in my office!:<br />
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I purchased my <a href="http://www.fschumacher.com/search/ProductDetail.aspx?sku=2707212" target="_blank">Imperial Trellis</a> through one of my favorite local home decor stores, <a href="http://domainmtp.com/" target="_blank">Domain Interiors & Decor</a>. Domain carries all of my favorite lines, like <a href="http://quadrillefabrics.com/" target="_blank">Quadrille</a>, <a href="http://www.thibautdesign.com/" target="_blank">Thibaut</a>, Scalamandré, and of course <a href="http://www.fschumacher.com/" target="_blank">Schumacher</a>! Owner Bobbi Jo Engelby also helped me find the lovely lady who did a wonderful job hanging my wallpaper--she even wrapped the switch plates with paper, aligning them perfectly with the rest of the pattern! Talk about talent!<br />
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And in other office news--per my <a href="http://shellandchinoiserie.blogspot.com/2014/04/one-room-challenge-linking-event-week.html" target="_blank">design board</a>--I have added a little brass bamboo accent table in between my two chintz chairs! I found the base on <a href="https://www.etsy.com/?ref=so_home" target="_blank">Etsy</a> for $45...</div>
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...and within thirty minutes my pretty little bamboo table base became a table once again! Oh, happy day!</div>
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Since my last post, I also decided to mount curtains between the master bedroom and the office to help separate the space. Currently, the sheer curtains are hanging from these rods...:</div>
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For what it is worth, here is a before and after of the entryway (I will show the entire entryway when the left side of the office floor is not covered in piles of crap...):<br />
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So this is what the (right side) of the office looks like now!<br />
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The other little piece of progress this week was the completion of the custom valence that will disguise and dress the large arch window on the left side of the office:</div>
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I found some pretty patterns in the scrap bin at a local fabric store that I thought would be pretty to use for upholstering the valance:</div>
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I bought the tartan pattern in the middle, but once I got it home, I became concerned that it was not bold enough to provide balance in the room considering the corresponding patterns of the Imperial Trellis and the chintz, so I may keep hunting. Originally (as my <a href="http://shellandchinoiserie.blogspot.com/2014/04/one-room-challenge-linking-event-week.html" target="_blank">design board</a> suggests), I planned to upholster the valence in Imperial Trellis fabric, but then I made this impulse purchase which--like many of my impulse purchases--was likely a mistake... Thoughts?</div>
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And while I still have a looong way to go, I have made some progress since my last post! Or at least my painters have...:</div>
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I decided to go with with a subtle cream as a canvas of sorts since the rest of the room will be anything but subtle. And when picking the paint color, I also had to consider the <a href="http://shellandchinoiserie.blogspot.com/2013/06/wednesday-with-kelly-wearstlers.html" target="_blank">Kelly Wearstler Imperial Trellis</a> which I plan to hang on an accent wall--after all, the sole purpose of this paint is to compliment the Imperial Trellis ;) Poor paint...<br />
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Moving right along, back in January I <a href="http://shellandchinoiserie.blogspot.com/2014/01/oh-chintz.html" target="_blank">posted</a> about my mother's Lee Jofa "Althea" sofa and chairs. Then in <a href="http://shellandchinoiserie.blogspot.com/2014/04/one-room-challenge-linking-event-week.html" target="_blank">last week's post</a>, I reiterated how much I love these pieces--not only for their festive floral pattern, but because they remind me of my childhood home, all of the fond memories that took place in it, and--of course--my mother. And it doesn't hurt that chintz is <a href="http://www.southernliving.com/home-garden/decorating/new-ideas-chintz" target="_blank">making a comeback</a> (although for some of us, it never went out. Yeah--you know who you are).</div>
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When my father turned what was once our primary residence into a beach home a few years ago, the chintz and other formal furnishings became relegated to a closed-off section of the house (hence no photos of the chintz in its original habitat). Sad. </div>
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I couldn't bare to see this beautiful set buried under boxes, basically serving as a shelf for other antiques, etc.--<i>nobody puts chintz in the corner</i>! So with permission from my father (but really from my four older sisters), I rescued it, which became quite a feat considering the rescue required moving it off of the boat-access-island on which we only drive golf carts. Luckily I know people, and after a few phone calls, a pick-up truck showed-up at our door, no questions asked ;) </div>
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But the pick-up was just the beginning of the pilgrimage of the chintz:</div>
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Next-up I have been busy buying <i>new</i> furniture for my office (and the rest of our home), too!</div>
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First and foremost, I finally ordered my desk!</div>
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The only problem? It is backordered! After months of being unavailable, I was only just able to place an advance order online and I am very anxious that it won't arrive in time for my big reveal. I ordered it at the beginning of the week, it will not be stocked for another two weeks, and then it takes two-to-three weeks to "process" before shipping, so it will definitely be tight! :-/ No pressure, right?! I mean--who needs a desk in an office anyway?! Pffft.</div>
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On a happier note, my brand new desk chair has already arrived!</div>
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Yes--you read right--I found the chair (for under $100!) from Staples online! Très chic--I know, but desperate time calls for desperate measures! ;)</div>
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The chair and it's fabulous new fuzzy <a href="https://www.etsy.com/shop/taftyli?section_id=15233694&ref=shopsection_leftnav_1" target="_blank">chair cover</a> all the way from Poland are temporarily serving a term in our master bedroom until they are reassigned in a few weeks:</div>
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So the office is coming along slowly but surely, like the rest of the house. And as soon as my office is set-up, I will be able to blog about the rest of the house! Comfortably. From a chair. And hopefully a desk...</div>
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In the meantime, be sure to check out <a href="http://www.callingithome.com/2014/04/one-room-challenge-linking-event-round.html" target="_blank">the other 83(!) talented linking participants and their beautiful plans</a>, and then come back next week to see the chintz chairs in all of their glory and the Kelly Wearstler Imperial Trellis wallpaper! I will also discuss other furniture for the office and how I plan to create some separation between the master bedroom and the new office, which was originally intended to be a sitting room off of the master.</div>
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<a href="http://shellandchinoiserie.blogspot.com/2014/03/a-peek-of-progress-in-our-new-guest.html" target="_blank">Last month</a>, I posted about the progress in our blue and white guest bath. The bathroom is still a work in progress, as I decided to change the shade of blue on the wall...my painters looove me! My goal is to complete the bathroom by the end of the month, which may be a bit late, considering my in-laws arrive to see our new home on Friday! :-/ Regardless, I will be sure to share the finished product!<br />
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But in the meantime--as I approach my one-year-blogiversary in a few short weeks (!)--I am going to re-share my first interior design-related post for today's bash. The post featured a primarily blue and white space, but with splashes of fuchsia which add to the fun and make it very party-appropriate ;-)<br />
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"There is nothing more beach-y than wood painted white--I especially love it on floors, although the white wood ceilings in this interior by <a href="http://www.sigbergamin.com.br/" target="_blank">Sig Bergamin</a> featured in <a href="http://www.elledecor.com/" target="_blank">Elle Decor</a> demonstrate just how big a change a bit of white paint can make. White paint can take a space from stuffy and formal to bright and welcoming…in a weekend! But with its bold blues and Ikat accents, this room does the perfect job illustrating how sophistication can be retained without formality. Additionally, the white backdrop allows these accents the attention they deserve.</div>
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If you don’t feel like replacing your walls with wood beams, beadboard is an easy and affordable way to achieve a similar look. <a href="http://www.lowes.com/Search=beadboard?storeId=10151&langId=-1&catalogId=10051&N=0&newSearch=true&Ntt=beadboard#!" target="_blank">Lowes</a> offers a selection of looks.<br />
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Dark wood furniture, such as this buffet from <a href="http://www.cb2.com/plank-dining-table/f8126" target="_blank">CB2 (Crate & Barrel)</a>, will be the perfect counterpart to those decorative beams, once you add them ;)</div>
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...or a ticking stripe pillow such as the following from <a href="http://www.restorationhardware.com/search/results.jsp?query=ticking+pillow&hidden=&go.x=0&go.y=0" target="_blank">Restoration Hardware</a>:</div>
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Ginger Jar lamps, such as this pretty pair from <a href="https://www.onekingslane.com/product/12997/680345" target="_blank">One Kings Lane</a>, are a fun and functional way to incorporate the design into your room:</div>
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Add some navy nautical art for the wall, such as this set of four ship blueprints from <a href="http://www.williams-sonoma.com/products/boat-blueprints/?pkey=e%7Cship%2Bblueprint%7C1%7Cbest%7C0%7C1%7C24%7C%7C1&cm_src=PRODUCTSEARCH%7C%7CNoFacet-_-NoFacet-_-NoMerchRules-_-" target="_blank">Williams-Sonoma Home</a>:</div>
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Include some exotic fuchsia orchids or potted palms to help achieve this exotic Indochine interior. If you're like me and manage to kill every plant that comes within a 50 feet radius of your home (including cactus and bamboo), <a href="https://www.jossandmain.com/Best-Selling-Bouquets~E4711.html" target="_blank">Joss and Main</a> has a great selection of <i>tasteful</i> faux flowers, such as this one:</div>
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And last but not least, bring the beach inside by adding some shells, like these ones from <a href="http://www.potterybarn.com/search/results.html?words=shells&cm_sp=OnsiteSearch-_-GlobalNav-_-Button&type-ahead-viewset=ecom" target="_blank">Pottery Barn</a>:<br />
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It is fun to take a look back and see how my blogging style has evolved, but my love of blue and white hasn't changed a bit!<br />
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Have a good week and I hope to see you back here on Thursday for my next <a href="http://shellandchinoiserie.blogspot.com/2014/04/one-room-challenge-linking-event-week.html" target="_blank">One Room Challenge Linking Event</a> post in which I will share the progress in my office!!!</div>
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The <a href="http://www.callingithome.com/2014/03/one-room-challenge-review.html" target="_blank">One Room Challenge Linking Event</a> has arrived!!!<br />
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If you are not yet familiar with this coveted event created by the lovely Linda over at <a href="http://www.callingithome.com/" target="_blank">Calling It Home</a>, get comfortable because you gonna be here for a while! Twice a year, twenty of the best interior design bloggers are brought together by this virtual event, in which they share a series of six weekly progress reports as they redecorate a room from start to finish.<br />
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I have followed; I have oooo-ed; I have aaaaaaah-ed. Perhaps I have drooled a bit...and now I have decided to link up and do it myself, so <i>here we go</i>!<br />
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If you are new to shell & chinoiserie, welcome! You got here at just the right time! (And if you have been one of my patient followers, my apologies for sounding like a broken record--please feel free to skip ahead...). My husband and I bought a house back in February which we moved into two weeks ago--it would be an understatement to say I have been beyond busy fixing it up ever since.<br />
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They say that moving is one of the most challenging events with which we are faced, and they are right! Between my bachelorette pad back in Boston, and <i>all</i> of the other dorms rooms and rentals that came before and after that, I am an old pro when it comes to moving...but it doesn't get easier with experience! Most recently, my husband and I lived in my family's beach house on a boat-access island while we got settled back here in Charleston, South Carolina. That was interesting!</div>
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But now we are back in the burbs and I find myself faced with a whole new house to furnish and decorate, so I have been feeling a bit overwhelmed these past few weeks. But I am beyond relieved to finally feel settled in a house--a house which I am determined to turn into our home, so I am choosing carefully when it comes to decorating. </div>
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One of the most challenging aspects of the move has been finding the time to blog, and I'm afraid my little shell & chinoiserie has suffered from some neglect. Luckily <a href="http://www.callingithome.com/2014/03/one-room-challenge-review.html" target="_blank">The One Room Challenge Linking Event</a> was just the kick in the yoga pants I have needed to get me back on the blog...but now I am blogging from my bed because it is the only comfortable space in our home that has been fully set-up so far! Clearly all my hard work is paying-off...? ;-)</div>
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I am in desperate need of an office--a pretty little place where I can sit (which is <i>not</i> to be underestimated) and blog. And get inspired...and maybe organized. After all, I have so much material to blog about these days! So I am going to start my decorating by finishing my office, which is exactly the space I have decided to share for <a href="http://www.callingithome.com/2014/03/one-room-challenge-review.html" target="_blank">The One Room Challenge Linking Event</a>.</div>
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What will hopefully transform into my office over the next six weeks is currently an awkward sitting room space off of our master bedroom (beware--what you are about to see may be disturbing):</div>
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Luckily we have already done some work to the master, but that poor little space to the back left of the photo needs a big <strike>hug</strike> makeover.<br />
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I think it is obvious from this one photo that there's not much more to show you of the current space, so I won't! But hopefully the above image gives you a sense of the size (10.5' x 6.5') and the layout. And the sadness. And desperation...<br />
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But don't worry--I got big plans for this little space!</div>
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On a happier note, there is one large, arch window which has a pretty view of the trees in our front yard and then the street beyond. I look forward to <strike>stalking the neighbors</strike> day dreaming out of that window, especially as the leaves on the trees in front of it change, which might have been a major selling point for this Yankee transplant living in South Carolina! ;-)<br />
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The following are images of my <a href="http://shellandchinoiserie.blogspot.com/2014/01/office-envy.html" target="_blank">office inspiration</a>:<br />
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Desk of <a href="http://theeverygirl.com/feature/alaina-kaczmarski-and-danielle-moss-of-the-everygirl/" target="_blank">The Every Girl</a>'s <a href="http://www.livecreatingyourself.com/" target="_blank">Alaina Kaczmarski</a></div>
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Clearly I am going for something feminine and fun that incorporates a mix of bright colors, patterns, and textures.<br />
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I also planned the style of the space around the <a href="http://shellandchinoiserie.blogspot.com/2014/01/oh-chintz.html" target="_blank">Lee Jofa "Althea"</a> arm chairs that I inherited from my mother, which hold great sentimental value to me, as they remind me of the home I grew up in in Westchester, New York, and more importantly of my beautiful mother who passed away ten years ago. I like to think I inherited her style, too :-)<br />
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Next-up are some inspiration boards illustrating how I hope to style the space.<br />
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You will see I am considering two different layouts--one with the desk in front of the wall, and one with the desk in front of the window:<br />
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My jury is still out on the area rug, and my one major hesitation about the second scenario is that the room will be unbalanced with the <a href="http://shellandchinoiserie.blogspot.com/2014/01/oh-chintz.html" target="_blank">Lee Jofa "Althea"</a> arm chairs against the <a href="http://www.fschumacher.com/search/ProductDetail.aspx?sku=2707212" target="_blank">Imperial Trellis wallpaper</a>, which is why I will likely arrange the room according to the first layout...but I suppose we'll have to wait and see!<br />
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Anonymoushttp://www.blogger.com/profile/03556711691733883503noreply@blogger.com21tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-7188675625374191340.post-17312286143444638962014-03-26T10:42:00.007-04:002014-03-26T18:04:54.129-04:00wednesday wishlist: sputnik chandeliersI think it is obvious to all of us that what I should really be wishing for is more hours in the day! I cannot tell you what a welcomed break blogging is from all of the scrubbing, lifting, unpacking, and organizing that has dictated the last few weeks of my life! I have missed my little blog so much, and I have missed all of you, too (*insert virtual hug and air kisses here*), but--following a third and hopefully final visit from Comcast--I can say with confidence that <i>I am back</i>!<br />
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As I write this first post from our new home (!), I am feeling especially excited about what's to come on shell & chinoiserie. Perhaps my excitement is intensified by the paint fumes wafting up to my bedroom (which is still the only room that has a surface for me to sit on), or the gas that lingers in the air from finally having our range installed yesterday (don't tell my husband--I have been enjoying having date night every night.). Or both. But in all honesty, I am so excited to share our progress with you over the next few months...and--as I am learning--more likely, the next few years! However, until I find my USB cable in all of this chaos, unfortunately today's photos will not be of my own home, but instead of other homes which look a lot more beautiful than mine does right now!<br />
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In addition to a fresh coat of paint throughout, another quick and easy way I have been updating our new home is by switching out all of the dated light fixtures. One particular fixture is especially effective for taking a home from 1997 (*cough*) to fabulous, and that fixture is the Sputnik Chandelier.<br />
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With its burst of space-age shine, the Sputnik is a funky fixture that can add a contemporary touch to an otherwise traditional space, but also translates seamlessly into a spectrum of different decors:<br />
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<a href="https://www.etsy.com/shop/LucentLightshop?ref=l2-shopheader-name" target="_blank">Lucent Lightshop</a> on Etsy is a fabulous resource for reasonably priced Sputnik Chandeliers, such as the following:<br />
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$299</div>
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$199</div>
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I <i>may</i> have bought that last one, but I suppose we'll have to wait until I find that darn USB cable to find out for sure! ;-)</div>
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