September 21, 2022

September 2022 Reset

September 21, 2022/ Meryl

Hi Friends I don’t know about you but, September is definitely when I reset.

Summer’s lazy days at the Swim Club are over and I love nothing more than fresh office supplies… new pencils, folders and notebooks!

I can’t wait to sit down and start brainstorming ideas and making plans for the rest of the year. I have had this same mindset since I retired from my previous career in September 2016 to start Chaletmomma LLC.

To Do Lists are my jam! I love writing them out for the day, the week and the month. Oh and the wonderful act of checking things off makes me joyful!

My current business lists -

Computer Work:

Finalizing the rest of this years Editorial Calendar and looking at the start of 2023 for the Blog.
Updates to the Web Site - like the newly introduced Tips page click here.

Client Work:

Locking down the styling and design direction for clients.

Business Additions:

The Shop is something I’ve dabbled with before - during the height of the pandemic I sold a few things through Facebook and at Garage Sales; but this time around I’m looking to focus on buying in addition to selling.

I always want to be focusing on growth opportunities for the business. I joke I have a podcast and a book in me!!!

I hope you will continue to pop by to check out my Musings and the additions you will find here on the site and on Instagram. Thanks so much for your support! Til next time be well.

March 09, 2022

Gap Home

March 09, 2022/ Meryl

Recently my Instagram friend Marcie Millholland paid me a lovely compliment sharing how she enjoys my blog and that I’m not selling anything. Marcie thank you my dear and to be clear friends - I’m not selling anything with today’s post either.

I used a few pieces from Gap Home for Walmart in my son’s bedroom refresh and most of you know I keep it real in the Chalet and with clients - the reality is - if you can find an item to meet your needs from At Home, Target or Walmart - why wouldn’t we purchase it?

The Ottoman and Pillow are from Gap Home

I’m so impressed with these items from the Gap Home for Walmart. The ottoman supports weight and is very sturdy - it has a zipper so the cover is removable. The pillow’s poly insert is thinly distributed and much less dense than most poly inserts so it resembles feathers in appearance and the texture reacts nicely like an actual feather filled pillow. It has a zipper so this cover is also removable.

I have to share I’m a Gap fan. I worked for Gap as a window dresser and in store management. I still have pieces in my wardrobe I pull out and wear from years ago because Gap always meant quality. That is what pushed me to add this post to my editorial calendar…how could I not talk about these pieces.

Frayed Denim Decorative Square Throw Pillow

The color stories in the collection center on Beige/Blue/ Grey/Yellow with a smattering of patterns. It feels basic in the very best way - what’s more Americana than denim?

Modern Color Block Two Door Accent Cabinet

Gap Home is a multi-year partnership with Walmart the largest retailer in the United States. Gap Home has over 400 items including products produced with organic cotton and recycled materials. The collection encompasses bath, bedding, curtains, home decor, rugs and tabletop.

Shibori Tie Dye Organic Cotton Light Filtering Window Curtain

T-Shirt Soft Jersey Reversible Organic Cotton Blend Comforter Set

Blue 16-Piece Blue & White Decal Fine Ceramic Dinnerware Set

Friends I’ve shared just a quick look at the collection - I will admit I find myself tempted to buy a few more things - but, since my husband reads my blog I will resist that urge…. lol!

Enjoy your day, be well and see you over on Instagram.

March 02, 2022

Liam's Lair Completed!

March 02, 2022/ Meryl

Nothing better than typing these words: Liam’s bedroom is completed! I had so many DMs in December when I shared the plan for re-imagining the space.

It all came together so much quicker than I thought it would. Yay! Talk about being happy to get a bed delivered within 24 hrs. We visited Mattress Firm Wednesday Dec. 29th and were told the new double bed would be delivered the very next day.

Our next stop was ACE Hardware to pick out some Benjamin Moore paint for the stripe. Back at home it was time to dismantle his captains bed, remove the bolster and the mirror from the walls. Then we started to paint. My husband installed the two matching headboards. It turned out great!

Some sections of the painting was challenging. The painters tape took off some of the paint in the black section. I used one of my artist brushes to correct. We had already swapped his cubby unit and desk earlier that week.

In an effort to keep things tidy we installed bulletin boards.

I’m so impressed with these items from the Gap Home for Walmart. The ottoman - is very sturdy. The pillow has a zipper. The poly insert is less dense so it resembles feathers in appearance and the texture reacts nicely like it actually has a feather insert. And it can always be changed. Next week I’ll be sharing more pieces from this collection - don’t miss it.