It’s THE Halloween. (If you’re reading the day after…happy November, kittycats!). I’m the weenie without a scary porch who chatted about it in THIS. We hand out candy to the cuties, and I suppose little harm comes from one day of Chuckie robotic lawn ornament sales, excessive Snickers-eating, and orthodontial repairs to stimulate the American economy. But I will spend this day birthday and Christmas shopping and making homemades for my beloved and the big game tomorrow. Find interior design ideas, paint colors to consider, giggles, irreverent nonsense, and encouragement you never knew you needed. PIN the lovely (and do follow my boards).
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But First…
Ever considered Audible subscriptions as gifts for Christmas this year? Please do use my link if you decide to go for it: HERE’S THE LINK.
Are pet gifts are on your radar?
Dreaming of a Tranquil Bedroom?
They’re hard to beat – see stunning examples HERE.
While I enjoy refreshing our bed and bath (see THIS), I tire of things quickly! Do you like a minimal bedroom? Here’s a gorgeous design by TheFrenchNestCoInteriorDesign we spied in this story about must follow designers.
I Share a Ton of Kitchen Stories
Did you see this one about blue paint color ideas for kitchens?
Or this one with white kitchens?
A rug from Amber Lewis + Loloi cozied up my own kitchen:
Psst. Happy to report that three years later, I’m still 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 crazy to think about how this is reflected in my own life. I seem always to be painting things–alllllll sorts of surfaces white. A brush dripping with white paint in my hand? The most natural thing for 30+ years! Painting brings me joy and peace.
Need a Bright White?
White paint colors to consider if you’re seeking a bright white are HERE.
Holiday Inspiration in Summer?
Decorating for Christmas is not exactly a breeze. I lean toward the minimal and need help from 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 Finished Our Basement at the Georgian This Year!
I don’t have a blogworthy post with the before/after makeovers yet, but it’s very gratifying to have added 1,000 square feet, a man cave with billiards, exercise area, and full bath.
I painted the new bath our trustworthy favorite in this house: REPOSE GRAY. 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 soon after we bought this Georgian house is how I wasn’t after a theme house. It isn’t purely modern French, purely classic Hamptons, or even purely European country. (Although it IS in the country and definitely European-inspired). The freedom to do what feels congruent intuitively is ever the goal.
Modern French Style in Jill Egan’s Home
Lose yourself in luxurious lovelyland within this designer’s own home in THIS.
I want to return to Nashville and Franklin again this fall for another gorgeous Southern road trip.
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. (It is spotlighted in Fifi O’Neill’s book THE SOULFUL COTTAGE which I showed you HERE.)
Last year at this time, it was Zestar apples, and this year we’re all about Honeycrisp and Autumn Beauty. My idea of wellth includes maximal trips to the orchard in this dreamy season before the polar vortex descends!
Apple Recipes
As soon as August rolls around, I start dreaming about baking apples – find a few recipes HERE. For dinner last night, I served an appetizer of apple slices alongside a whipped goat cheese topped with honey, brown sugar, walnuts, and cranberries.
Suzanne Kasler Inspo
I’m such a fan of Suzanne Kasler!
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 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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