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Today I’ll be baking bread and making chicken soup for someone under the weather. Spring is definitely in the air, and my allergies slow me down considerably so I’ll be glad to acclimate to the changes soon. I love how spring’s sunny blue skies tend to energize our DIY and home improvement (although should you not feel energized, I honor those baby steps as you accomplish a little bit a little at a time). These Hello Lovely Posts With Inspiration recap stories you’ll want to explore for ideas along with poignant, silly, and ridiculous quotes!

Stately white painted Victorian home has breathtaking architecture and curb appeal in the lower Garden District of New Orleans. #houseexterior #victorianhouses #beautifulwhitehouse #historichome #curbappeal #frontporch
Visit this story to learn more about Soul of the Home: Designing With Antiques (Abrams, 2020)

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Hello Lovely Inspiration You May Have Missed!

The image above is from a magnificent must-have design book from Tara Shaw I own:

Tara Shaw The Soul of a Home book cover. #tarashaw #soulofthehome #designingwithantiques #designbook #interiordesign
Soul of the Home: Designing With Antiques by Tara Shaw (Abrams, 2020)

And in case you don’t yet own this AMAZING TRIUMPH for the Giannettis…

Stunning architecture and European country inspired design in a Malibu kitchen with white oak, limestone, and bespoke details - Giannetti Home. #kitchendesign #europeancountry #frenchfarmhouse #bespokekitchen
SEE THIS STORY for inspo from Patina Homes by Steve Giannetti & Brooke Giannetti, (Gibbs Smith, 2021)
Patina Homes by Brooke Giannetti and Steve Giannetti (Gibbs Smith, 2021) book cover. #interiordesign #brookegiannetti #frenchfarmhouse
Patina Homes by Steve Giannetti & Brooke Giannetti, (Gibbs Smith, 2021)
Funny quote about being awesome on Hello Lovely Studio. #doghumor #dogquotes
John O'Donohue quote and blessing of encouragement on Hello Lovely Studio. #blessingquote #gracequote

Revisit Patina Farm’s Living Room

Beautiful midcentury modern home office decoration and wall art - @i.tam.i.tu #homeofficegoals
Be inspired HERE by beautiful workspaces at home like this one by @i.tam.i.tu
Champagne, lemons, oysters, hydrangea watercolor still life by Jeanne McKay Hartman. #stilllife #watercolor #spring #lemons #champagne #illustrations
Find springlike color boosts, go HERE (Jeanne McKay’s work is a mood boost in itself!)

Get your dose of gorgeous fine art in THIS spotlight of Holly Irwin’s work and also THIS where you can see how collectors live with the pieces by her.

Holly Irwin fine art painting of florals with pink and green.
Holly Irwin Fine Art

Did you read the tiny cottage post with a variety of architectural styles represented?

Caroline Holdaway's enchanting 1710 Cotswold cottage (photo by Simon Brown Photography). #tinycottages #cotswoldcottages
@costwoldinterior

Charming interiors to inspire as well:

Bee Osborn's charming English country utility room with skirted sink, herringbone floor, and boarded wood walls in a Cotswold cottage - @osborninteriors. #cotswoldcottages #englishcountry
@osborninteriors – also see a gorgeous Scandi barn conversion in THIS

Could you live in less than 500 s.f. with one bedroom if it was designed by Jeffrey Dungan?

Tiny house design inspiration - come see more of this gorgeous low country style house with architecture by Jeffrey Dungan - by Retreat TN. #tinyhomes #housedesign #floorplan #tinyhousedesign
or this one with a tiny house under 500 s.f. designed by Jeffrey Dungan?

These finds for creating more storage and function in small spaces may appeal even if you’re blessed with plenty of space!

If you need more Jeff Dungan architectural inspiration in your life, see THIS.

Beautiful minimal and pale entry of home of Robin Rains; architecture by Jeffrey Dungan - photo Leslee Mitchell for MILIEU magazine Spring 2021. #jeffreydunan #robinrains
Jeffrey Dungan in MILIEU

There will be no doubt how I feel about a stunning triumph from Summer Thornton!

Summer Thornton designed bathroom wallpapered with whimsical giant white cranes on a hot pink background. Luxurious marble console sink and FontanaArte mirror. From WONDERLAND: Adventures in Decorating (Rizzoli, 2022). #summerthornton
A whimsical wonderland of a bath with stunning architectural details and white crane whimsy. From Wonderland: Adventures in Decorating (Rizzoli, 2022); photo: Thomas Loof.

If less vibrant interiors are your cup of tea, NEUTRAL COLOR STORIES or…

Cathy Kincaid designed breakfast nook with banquette (photo: Tria Giovan) in a Connecticut cottage.
Cathy Kincaid Interiors (photo: Tria Giovan)

these beige-y, greige-y rooms may speak to you!

Modern French farmhouse living room by Eleanor Cummings with Swedish antiques and white painted beams - Milieu. #livingroom #modernfrench #frenchfarmhouse #europeancountry #texasfarmhouse
Eleanor Cummings in MILIEU

A tour of any pale palette interior design associated with Pamela Pierce is a not-to-be-missed moment – SEE THIS.

Fairytale French farmhouse style stucco house exterior with magnificent antique limestone around arched front door - Reagan Andre Architect - appeared in preview issue of MILIEU magazine, 2013. #frenchfarmhouse #pamelapierce #annetteschatte
Reagan Andre Architects – MILIEU

This Leanne Ford designed kitchen in a guest cottage that once inspired us received a whole new look. Here it was before with its French farmhouse feel:

Leanne Ford designed kitchen with dusty rose range in her Pittsburgh guest cottage - photo by Erin Kelly for Pittsburgh Post Gazette. #modernrustic #vintagestyle
Source: Pittsburgh Post Gazette; Photo: Erin Kelly; Design: Leanne Ford

and after in its lightened up, shades of white, much more modern incarnation:

Behr Natural White painted kitchen in Leanne Ford's carriage house. Photo by Erin Kelly for Domino. #behrnaturalwhite #leanneford
Leanne Ford (photo: Erin Kelly for Domino) Wall paint color: Behr Natural White

Need ideas for a white paint color for a kitchen? SEE THIS.

SW Alabaster on kitchen cabinets in a gorgeous timeless kitchen with Holborn lanterns over island - Thompson Construction. #swalabaster #sherwinwilliamsalabaster #kitchencabinets
Thompson Construction – Try a no-mess sample of SW Alabaster

Or is a blue kitchen calling your name? Paint colors for blue kitchens are HERE.

36 Best Beautiful Blue and White Kitchens - Hello Lovely Studio. #bluekitchens #kitchendesign #interiordesign #blueandwhite #kitchendecor
Find a story with beautiful blue and white kitchens HERE.

We explored nurturing self-kindness and soulful quotes in this:

Gorgeous ricotta pancakes topped with blueberries in THE ART OF PANTRY COOKING by Ronda Carman (Rizzoli, 2022).
From THE ART OF PANTRY COOKING by Ronda Carman (Rizzoli, 2022).

And the mood grew crafty in THIS:

French Nordic living room vignette with candles, pale colors, grain sack pillows, linen and serene style by Villa Jenal. #frenchnordic #livingroom #scandistyle
Find more Scandi moments like this one from Vila Jenal in a story HERE
Silly marriage and relationship quote on Hello Lovely Studio. #marriagehumor #relationshiphumor #marriagequote

Everyone on IG seems to be wallpapering something, and I’m a fan! See gorgeous possibilities in THIS.

Light blue Gracie wallcovering and blue settee with framed prints and wall sconces - Sarah Bartholomew. #graciewallpaper #lightblue #grandmillennialstyle
@sarahbartholomew

Some of us savor every bit a season dishes out, and some of us anxiously count down the days to a favorite season. I tend to tolerate the other seasons as a block of time before and after summer.

4th of July Tablescapes & Ideas - come explore inspiration on Hello Lovely. #tablescapes #tabledecor #july4 #partyideas
For the planners among us, some Independence Day inspo HERE.
John O'Donohue quote about life like a river on Hello Lovely Studio. #riverquotes #personalgrowthquotes
Beautiful blue and white coastal bedroom with twin beds, wallpaper, and freshened traditional style - Serena & Lily.
Airy coastal bedroom inspo awaits HERE…this is Serena & Lily’s Webster Bed.

Comfy things to pack for a spring or summer getaway? You’ll score ideas HERE.

j.crew: wrap dress in striped cotton poplin, right side, view zoomed
Comfy finds to pack here…in case your travel-ware needs a boost.
John O'Donohue quote about taking refuge in your senses and experiencing small miracles you rushed through on Hello Lovely Studio. #johnodonohue #miraclequotes

Mark D. Sikes Inspiration

If you love classic American design with liberal doses of blue and white, then you will love THIS.

Mark Sikes designed twin guest room with Sister Parish blue wallpaper and classic American design. #bluebedrooms #marksikes
Simple white slipcovers on a pair of antique mahogany twin beds; wallcovering: Sister Parish.
Encouraging quote about the soul from John O'Donohue on Hello Lovely Studio. #soulquotes #encouragementquote

Sleep is so underrated! I make an argument for that in THIS.

And I’m ever seeking peaceful bedroom inspiration for us (enjoy THIS).

Romantic European country bedroom with poster bed, rustic wood ceilings, vintage chandelier, and pale sumptuous bedding - @beljarhome. #romanticbedrooms #europeancountrystyle
@beljarhome

Is the spring season ahead ripe with opportunities for DIY?

Aged terracotta pots on floating rope shelves by My 100 Year Old Home. Easy DIY Home Tutorials & Inspirational Quotes.
Inspiring Spring DIYS…in case you’re geared up for DIY.
Barbara Brown Taylor quote about holy ignorance on Hello Lovely Studio. #spiritualityquotes #faithquotes #holinessquote

Fans of Atlanta based interior designer Sherry Hart? We can never go long without checking in with her beautiful work! See THIS.

Breathtaking storybook charm of a Tudor style white painted brick home renovated by @ladisicfinehomes with arched entrance softened by creeping vines - photo by Sherry Hart.
BM Balboa Mist painted brick exterior of a home renovated by Ladisic Fine Homes
Silly quote about little toe on Hello Lovely Studio. #sillyquotes #pinkytoe
Silly quote about tacos and abs on Hello Lovely Studio. #tacoquotes #tacohumor

We’re so pleased with our bath since completing about a year ago. I shared resources on this board:

Love a tranquil bath? Get ideas to inspire in THIS.

Behr Crisp Linen in a gorgeous bath with brass soaking tub and ornate French gilded mirror (Brookside project - craftsman renovation by Leanne Ford). Photo by Erin Kelly. #behrcrisplinen #leanneford #minimalluxe
Leanne Ford (photo: Erin Kelly) – Crisp Linen (Behr) paint color
Silly quote about handedness on Hello Lovely Studio. #sillyquotes #oneoffquotes
Silly quote about life and chess on Hello Lovely Studio. #funnyquotes #sillyquotes #chessquotes
Silly quote about plans in the wild vs houseplants on Hello Lovely Studio. #funnyquotes #planthumor
Funny quote about not trying to please everyone. #funnyquotes #tacoquote #whimsicalquotes #humor
Susan Harter mural in a charming traditional bathroom with clawfoot tub - Erin Vondra Design. #susanharter #wallmural #muralwallpaper #bathroom
Gorgeous ideas for wall murals HERE (image above: Erin Vondra Design)
Silly quote about having a hard day on Hello Lovely Studio. #lifequotes #sillyquotes #strugglequote
Dreamy cloffice with workspace and dressing area by @aloprofile. #cloffice #closetoffice #homeofficedesign
I shared cloffice inspiration like this @aloprofile right here and closet organization HERE.
Silly avocado quote on Hello Lovely Studio. #avocadohumor #sillyquotes

We explored paint colors for kitchen cabinets HERE.

BM Collingwood on kitchen cabinets in a beautiful white kitchen with Chantilly Lace walls - design by AKBDesign. #collingwood #bmcollingwood #chantillylace
BM Collingwood on cabinets in a kitchen by @akbdesign in the story linked above
Procrastination humor quote on Hello Lovely Studio. #procrastinationquote

Peace to you right where you are.

-michele

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French Country Farmhouse Baskets
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White Charleston Sofa
Scrubbed Wood 5-Light Chandelier
Arched Champagne Wall Mirror
Moravian Star 1-Light Pendant
Highback Armchair
Mini Pendant Light
White Vase Set
Round Woven Placemat Set
Cashmere Throw With Fringe
Wreath Doormat
Fireclay Farm Sink (Reinhard, 30″)
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Boheme Madera Bench
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White Slipcovered Sofa
SHOP MY HOME!
29″ Whitewashed Table Lamp Set of 2
White Matelasse Quilt on MY BED
SHOP MY BATH!
Trees White Wallpaper Mural
Round Farmhouse Table
Myla Slipcover Sofa
Deconstructed Wingback Bed
French Farmhouse Dining Table
Milagro Heart
Slipcovered Dining Chair
Rustic Farmhouse Stool
Edgecombe End Table
Parisian Style Iron Table Lamp  33.5″
Black or Bronze Accent Table
French Stripe Basket Set
White Cotton Crochet Bed Skirt
French Country Rattan Basket Set
Marble Subway Mosaic Tile
Rattan Basket With Lid
White Ruffle Bedding
Seagrass Basket Set
Schumacher Wild Things Wallpaper
Slipcovered Sofa
Upholstered Dining Arm Chair
Shop My Breakfast Nook
White Matelasse Quilt
Tree Mural Wallpaper
Faux Potted French Lavender
Shaw Daybed
Distressed White French Country Chandelier
French Country Headboard
Oval Back Counter Stool, Set of 2
Antique Brass Pharmacy Floor Lamp
Round French Tufted Ottoman
Kinston Wood Bench
Italian Candelabra Chandelier
Slipcovered Linen Chair
Warner Upholstered Bench
Rustic Country French Dresser
Laurel Wreath Mirror
Round Farmhouse Dining Table
Reclaimed Wood Dresser
Louis Upholstered Bench
Pardon My French Doormat
Stripe Turkish Towel Throw
Pamela Arm Chair
Sweater Weave Basket
French Carved Wood Chandelier
Terracotta Pots & Basket
French Country Wood Chandelier
French Linen Dining Chair
Gustavian Cabinet
French Farmhouse Dining Table
Bar Stool
Beachy White Slipcovered Sofa
Rattan Armchair
Diptyque Oyedo Candle
Cross Back Dining Chair
French Country Candle Holder
French Industrial Metal Chairs (4)
Designer Favorite Wall Mirror
Holborn Lantern Pendant
French Country 6-Light Chandelier
Tray Side Table
French Country Upholstered Arm Chair
Wicker Trunk Set
French Ticking Stripe Pillow
Jute Area Rug
Mohair Throw
Rustic Industrial Farmhouse Shelves
Belgian Linen Sofa
White Duvet & Bedding
Rustic Wood Candlestick Set
French Market Basket
Linen Modern Wing Chair
French Country Farmhouse Baskets
Concrete Pillar Table Lamp
Boheme Madera Bench
Belgian Style Lamp
Kendall Skirted Dining Chair
White Charleston Sofa
Scrubbed Wood 5-Light Chandelier
Arched Champagne Wall Mirror
Moravian Star 1-Light Pendant
Highback Armchair
Mini Pendant Light
White Vase Set
Round Woven Placemat Set
Cashmere Throw With Fringe
Wreath Doormat
Fireclay Farm Sink (Reinhard, 30″)
White Waffle Coverlet
Light Grey Vienna Quilt
Boheme Madera Bench
Belgian Linen Duvet Set
Round Marble Side Table
Rustic Pedestal Farm Table
Rattan Hanging Chair Swing