Pure Pink

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Friends I’ve been so enamored by our Cherry Blossom here at the Chalet I thought this week I’d share some lovely pink images that caught my eye! Click the image for source. Enjoy!

Schuyler Samperton

Jen Leonard Interiors

Ruth

Carlos Vargas

“The color pink is the color of universal love of oneself and of others. Pink represents friendship, affection, harmony, inner peace, and approachability.”
— Bourn Creative

Molly Mahon

Maura Endres

Sophie Conran

Dr. Geraldine Tan

Meryl Gallagher King

Here are some more Pink posts to check out!

Every image made me smile and I hope you’ll delight in discovering the wonderful creatives I’ve shared today. Until next time be well.

Images: Accounts linked

Current Color Obsession

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Ever since I shared the post Gracious Greens on March 16th to coincide with St. Patty’s Day I can not get the color out of my head. I’m known for my deep love of blue in the Chalet decor and as a go-to color in my wardrobe but, lately my eye constantly seeks green. Like the posts I share Fridays on Instagram - today I’m sharing inspirational images I’ve saved. I do chuckle as I sit here typing I’m actually surrounded by 5 green lamps.

Sandra Baker

Charlotte M. Smith

I love these green couches and think oh I’ll get a slipcover for our white sofa but, then I think - No. I don’t want green on top of our blue carpeting. Then I think about painting a piece of furniture. I do have my childhood dresser that I could paint - although I’d have to think about where it would live.

Natalie Papier

Courtney - Zig & Co

Barbara Marek Matson

I could place it in the hall but, the black lacquer cabinet is really perfect there. Jessica Buckley’s work is crazy inspiring; maybe a pattern with green for the sofa. A custom made cover in an amazing fabric could so cool on the sofa.

Ann Lacouture

Annalise May

Bentley Waters

Maybe I could embrace green on the walls of our bath; it’s been a year since I painted it blue. Then as always I started thinking of textiles for pillows.

Rita Konig

This is renown Interior Designer Rita Konig - see the beautiful pillow next to her. I started searching for fabric - from many suppliers and I reached out to Alyssa of Annabel Bleu - and although this is not a fabrication she carries she offered suggestions and searched on my behalf which was so very kind of her.

Pistachio Green Arabic Design Silk Ikat Fabric

Then as I was scrolling Instagram I realized my friend Emily Vanderputten has gorgeous pillows at her kitchen banquette. Of course I DM’d her and shared what I was looking for even going so far as sharing a screen grab of Ms. Konig’s pillow - she suggested I try Etsy.

Look at what I purchased. Looks pretty perfect!

While the wrap up of this post should be a finished pillow - it’s not - this momma has had no extra time to whip out my sewing machine - between school fundraisers and life! Creating a pillow is on my To Do List.

I’ll write a post sharing my Interior Design To-Do List for the Chalet. This pillow, drapery panels and a switch-plate cover that I have wallpaper for.

Stay Tuned…

  • So tell us are you a fan of green?

  • Is there a color you keep being drawn to?

  • Are you seeking a color change in your space?

Please share in the comments below! Til next time friends be well!

Images: Accounts Listed and Linked.

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.