I know. That sort of exclamatory alliteration? It’s simply uncalled for. Still. In my 14th year of blogging daily, sometimes it feels as though all of the good titles are history. PLUS. My appetite for summer peaches is always roaring, and I have yet to tire of them. Have you? They are never far from my foggy little mind, and thank heavens they contain just a half gram of fat. (Yes, I still must count every dang gram, doggone it.) In this round-up of summer stories, you may discover interior design ideas, paint colors to sample, and giggles or encouragement you never even knew you needed. Do PIN the lovely (are you even following my boards?) and Say Hello to Peachy Posts With Promise Plus Poetic Pins.
Past Posts You Potentially Missed + Pinnable Quotes
Dreaming of a Tranquil Bedroom?
They’re hard to beat – see stunning examples HERE.
I’m putting the finishing touches on our bedroom/bath, and I’m finding it tricky since it is so restful, minimal though it is. I am auditioning accessories, but I tire of things so quickly! Do you like a minimal bedroom? Here’s a gorgeous design by TheFrenchNestCoInteriorDesign we spied in this story about must follow designers.
I Have Been Sharing a Ton of Kitchen Stories
Did you see this one about blue paint color ideas for kitchens?
Or this one about white kitchens?
A new runner from Amber Lewis + Loloi has cozied up my own kitchen:
Psst. Happy to report that a year later, I’m loving all of the choices made for this kitchen reno including the Nantucket farm sink:
You may be surprised to learn that the most popular posts on the blog no matter what the season are the ones about white paint colors and white countertops. And it is so crazy to think about how much this reflects my real life. I have been painting things–alllllll sorts of surfaces white. A brush dripping with white paint in my hand? Just the most natural thing around here for nearly 30 years! Painting brings me so much peace and pleasure.
Need a Bright White?
White paint colors to consider if you’re seeking a bright white are HERE.
Holiday Inspiration in Summer?
I just got home from a big fall market (Urban Farmgirl’s Main Street Market) and saw lots of Christmas decorations. Decorating for Christmas is not that easy for me since I lean toward the minimal so I always need help from my family. I try to share plenty of inspiration because readers pin it all year long.
Mosey on over HERE and HERE if you’re in the mood for jingles and tingles.
Autumn Crafts & Quotes
Aren’t these leaf animals (spotted on Hello Wonderful’s FB page) darling? More autumn decor and craft ideas were spotlighted in THIS.
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Ideas for Warmer White Kitchens
There are so many ways to balance mostly white interiors. Texture is always a good idea. And another tried and true strategy is to simply mix different whites (warm whites with cool whites, greyed whites, and all the other whites on the spectrum).
No need to be nervous about a white kitchen feeling cold with ideas HERE.
European Country Kitchens
I wonder what my readers from Europe think sometimes about what we term European Country. Most of the images are of spaces outside of Europe! Find lovely kitchen inspiration HERE.
We’ve Been Enjoying Our Home This Summer Rather Than Toiling
Such a relief to be done with the family room, our walkin closet, and the full bath reno!
Even though we painted our bath REPOSE GRAY, I’m not sure it’s going to stay. It’s still a bit gloomy in there for me even though my husband likes it. I showed you lots of examples of Repose Gray and Pavilion Gray in a comparison story HERE. The dining room, entry, and living room are also painted Repose Gray:
Laundry Room Inspo
If you need inspiration for laundry and mud rooms, score lovely ideas in THIS.
One of the things I realized early on after we bought this Georgian house is that I don’t want it to be a theme house. It isn’t purely modern French or purely classic Hamptons or even purely European country (although it IS in the country and definitely European-inspired). I crave the freedom to do what feels right intuitively.
Modern French Style in Jill Egan’s Home
Lose yourself in luxurious lovelyland within this designer’s own home in THIS.
Last fall we vacationed in Tennessee country, and I hope to return to Nashville and Franklin again for another gorgeous break.
Rustic Tennessee Country Cottage
Tour the American country rustic interiors (with their sunny yellow checkered floors!) of Storybook Cottage where we vacationed in Leiper’s Fork.
Last year at this time, it was Early Beauty apples at our local orchard that were beyond delicious, but we’re all about Honeycrisp at this moment. My idea of wellth right now can be calculated by how many trips to the orchard I make in the season!
Apple Recipes
As soon as August rolls around, I start dreaming about baking apples – find a few recipes HERE.
I’m such a fan of Suzanne Kasler!
Suzanne Kasler Inspo
We celebrated her work in THIS.
Cathy Kincaid Fever
Followers of Hello Lovely’s FB page have a serious crush on all things Cathy Kincaid right now, and so the traditional design lovefest has been looming large:
Is Chantilly Lace Calling?
This pure white with minimal undertones has a ton of fans…see examples in THIS.
Nancy Meyers “The Holiday” Sets
It just never gets old! Do you love the homes in the movie as much as watching Kate Winslet, Jude Law, Cameron Diaz and Jack Black in “The Holiday?” Then you’ll love THIS.
Romantic & Relaxed Interiors
Peek at these laid back luxe rooms that invite you to slow down and rest HERE.
Love an Earthy Green?
Plenty of love for sage in THIS.
Dining Rooms With European Country Charm
Whether you love rustic French farmhouse style or more elegant dining options, find inspiring examples HERE.
Timeless Kitchen Inspiration
Find the story HERE.
“Home Again” Movie: Ideas to Get the Look!
There are some movies worth watching just for the amazing sets, and the ones from Nancy Meyers are hard to beat – get more details about this Reese Witherspoon film HERE.
Inspiration from Patina Farm’s Interiors
Patina Farm may have a new owner, but its inspiration lives on!
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Peace to you right where you are.
-michele
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