Counterpose

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I am forever inspired by friends spaces. I was looking through Sarah’s feed and the thought occurred to me - since we have opposite color stories wouldn’t it be fun to compare them.

Let’s take a look at the elements that make up these spaces.

Sarah’s livingroom

Let’s review Sarah’s livingroom.

The Chalet Livingroom

Let’s review the Chalet livingroom.

  • Our sofa is the Montclair by Crate&Barrel which is discontinued. Purchased in the fall of 2018. The sofa was quickly replaced because of a snafu with the fabric which I was unable to have treated for stain resistance; so we opted for a high performance micro-fiber in Arctic White.

  • My pillows are a mix of store bought and ones I’ve designed. The small needlepoint is Beekman 1802 from Target years ago. The Brown Floral and Light Blue Shibori I sewed myself. The Tiger velvet is from Home Sense. The Navy and White Woven is from Marshalls.

  • The Coffee Table was found at Home Sense.

  • The side table is similar to this Wayfair one.

  • White with blue floral design vase with flowers. This piece was a gift and Little Switzerland no longer carries vases. These are lovely options.

  • The rug is the Baxter Indigo Wool from Crate&Barrel.

  • The vintage lamp was thrifted from The Lafayette Mill Antiques Center.

  • The reversible cotton quilt was located on-line years ago. Here’s are some pretty options.

  • The room’s background is: Benjamin Moore Putnam Ivory

“Counterpose: To place in Opposition, Contrast, or Equilibrium”
— Merriam-Webster

I enjoyed crafting this piece - it was fun locating the components and seeking similar ones to share with you. I highly recommend popping over to Instagram and clicking follow on Sarah’s feed. She and her home are both lovely!

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Til next time be well friends.

Images: Sarah and Me

September 2022 Reset

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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.

Gap Home

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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

Club Chair

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

Tie Dye Percale Easy Care Sheets

T-Shirt Soft Jersey Reversible Organic Cotton Blend Comforter Set

Geometric Striped Indoor Area Rug

Upholstered Wood Bed

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.