tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-68761486473399748702024-03-12T21:47:22.461-04:00Lindsey Meyl DesignsLindseyhttp://www.blogger.com/profile/16397381581080839445noreply@blogger.comBlogger86125tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-6876148647339974870.post-78101785721082102172012-02-20T15:32:00.001-05:002012-02-20T15:32:33.389-05:00Downton Abbey InteriorsWith season 2 of Downton Abbey wrapping up last night, I thought it only appropriate that we reflect on the beauty that is this Masterpiece Classic. Not only is the upstairs/downstairs period drama so intriguing but it's the attention to detail in this show that makes it especially intriguing.<br />
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While the fashion is incredibly impressive, it's the grandeur of the architecture and decor throughout this show that brings such a genuine nature to the Edwardian plot.<br />
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The genuine details of Downton Abbey may have to do with the fact that's it's filmed on a real location at one of England's finest homes, <a href="http://www.highclerecastle.co.uk/index.html">Highclere Castle</a>. Fun little fact...they also do weddings.<br />
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The Great Hall entry sets the tone for this home with flawless architecture and grandeur.<br />
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The library is also exquisite with from the ceiling to the rug to the rows and rows of books. I also love the red couch.<br />
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You know you're in an insanely cool, historic home when their is a secret door leading into the music room.<br />
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But my favorite room in the whole house is probably the drawing room (where most of the drama happens!). It's a lovely change to the dark, masculine details throughout the other spaces.<br />
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And of course, we couldn't look through the rooms of Downton Abbey without including pictures of the dining room because that's what these upper class types do...eat.<br />
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What are your favorite rooms in Downton Abbey?Lindseyhttp://www.blogger.com/profile/16397381581080839445noreply@blogger.com1tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-6876148647339974870.post-74656917609189345022012-02-14T16:04:00.003-05:002012-02-14T16:04:51.849-05:00Valentine's Day with Paperless PostHappy Valentine's Day!<br />
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<br />Lindseyhttp://www.blogger.com/profile/16397381581080839445noreply@blogger.com1tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-6876148647339974870.post-14422088045846317722012-02-08T08:21:00.000-05:002012-02-08T08:21:50.753-05:00Amelia Bed at High Fashion Home<br />
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I can barely contain my excitement over our new king-sized (!!!) bed arriving tomorrow. I had the design plan for our bedroom stored away in my head for a while but in anticipation for the bed's appearance tomorrow, I decided to put together a design board for our bedroom. We're going straight-up Don Draper style with a neutral-colored 60s modern look that includes a bed with an upholstered tufted headboard, <a href="http://www.zgallerie.com/p-5664-orbit-chandelier.aspx">sputnik chandelier</a>, <a href="http://www.westelm.com/products/parsons-desk-with-mirrors-g399/?pkey=coffice-desk-chairs">mirrored vanity</a> and <a href="http://www.westelm.com/products/parsons-mirror-end-table-g215/?pkey=ccoffee-table-sale">night table</a>, <a href="http://www.crateandbarrel.com/decorating-and-accessories/area-rugs/zia-natural-shag-rug/f11085">shag rug</a> and a vintage C. Jere sculpture (fingers-crossed for good e-bay karma) or perhaps just going with the reissued Jonathan Adler C. Jere sculptures (although that feels like cheating and I'm determined to find a better price).<br />
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But back to the bed...we went with the <a href="http://www.highfashionhome.com/amelia-bed--brussels-charcoal.html">Amelia in brussels charcoal</a> from High Fashion Home. I had my eye on the <a href="http://www.horchow.com/store/catalog/prod.jhtml?itemId=cprod76140008&parentId=cat3500737&masterId=cat000003&index=0&cmCat=cat000000cat000001cat14540731cat000003cat3500737&isEditorial=false">Horchow "Brea" Bed</a> for a while, but the Amelia was so similar (sans nail heads giving it a more modern appearance) and a much better price. I also liked the selection of fabrics you could choose from. I ordered six different swatches and in the end we decided to go with the brussels charcoal color. Due to the neutral color scheme, we liked how the brussels gave off a bit of a shine which provided more interest and kept the room from being too blah.<br />
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It also ties in nicely with the <a href="http://www.jonathanadler.com/Hollywood-Wallpaper/?cat=419&initial=7809">Hollywood Wallpaper</a> behind the wall of our bed. The wallpaper is a beautifully hand painted design with very understated colors but gorgeous pattern. I love this wallpaper and wanted to continue letting it be the star in our room, which meant we had to keep most of the colors fairly neutral so as not to distract from the pattern on the wall. But of course, I can't go without any color, so we'll add pops of blue with pillows and a throw.<br />
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The rug and chandelier should be arriving at the end of this month, so I'm not too far away from showing the grand reveal. But with the bed's arrival tomorrow, we will begin seeing the whole design come together!Lindseyhttp://www.blogger.com/profile/16397381581080839445noreply@blogger.com6tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-6876148647339974870.post-55688245575074319362012-02-07T06:33:00.000-05:002012-02-07T06:33:00.363-05:00Blog Makeover<div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: center;">
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If you've been following my blog for a while, you may have noticed that Entertaining Chic got a bit of a makeover last week. <a href="http://www.danielle-moss.com/">Danielle Moss</a> updated the design with one of her amazing <a href="http://www.danielle-moss.com/p/pre-made-templates.html">templates she offer</a>s. It was a quick and easy way to give my blog a much needed update. Danielle also runs one of my favorite blogs, <a href="http://www.breakfastattoast.com/">breakfast at toast</a>, and her amazing apartment was featured in <a href="http://www.ruemag.com/january-2012/">Rue Magazine's January issue</a>. And as if that wasn't enough, she is launching a new website in just a couple weeks, <a href="http://theeverygirl.com/">The Everygirl</a>, with co-founder <a href="http://www.livecreatingyourself.com/">Alaina Kaczmarski</a>, which will offer an actionable, in depth perspective on making dreams a reality. I'm really excited for this website to launch and wish both Danielle and Alaina much success with this venture.</div>
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As for my blog's update, I'm hoping to do another complete overhaul of the Entertaining Chic blog and <a href="http://lindseymeyldesigns.com/">Lindsey Meyl Designs</a> website (because having a website read "future home of something quite cool" for close to year is quite uncool) in the next six months. Anything you would like to see on either of these sites? Would love to get some feedback on what you guys would like to see.<br />
<br />Lindseyhttp://www.blogger.com/profile/16397381581080839445noreply@blogger.com1tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-6876148647339974870.post-4633027142694706052012-02-06T06:55:00.000-05:002012-02-06T09:57:32.362-05:00Gold Coast Furniture at Urban OutfittersOne of the top searched keywords that brings people to my blog is "Gold Coast Furniture" which is from a post I did last year about a <a href="http://www.entertainingchic.com/2011/01/gold-coast-furniture-on-hautelook.html">sale on HauteLook</a>. I always feel bad when people arrive at this post because it's not going to help them. As much as I love member-only websites like <a href="http://www.hautelook.com/events">HauteLook</a>, their sales become irrelevant after a day. That's why I was particularly excited when I came across these pieces on <a href="http://www.urbanoutfitters.com/urban/catalog/faceted_category.jsp?indexStart=0&categories=catalog01_apartment&categories2=catalog01_apartment_a_furn_furniture&_requestid=18104">Urban Outfitters</a>. I can't say for sure whether they are definitely from the Gold Coast Furniture line but, boy, do they look similar. There are new fabrics and colors that I think are even better than what HauteLook was offering last year. And if you're looking for this furniture to purchase you don't have to worry about missing the sale, so enjoy!<br />
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<br />Lindseyhttp://www.blogger.com/profile/16397381581080839445noreply@blogger.com1tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-6876148647339974870.post-37499745594683321402012-02-02T12:03:00.003-05:002012-02-02T12:03:43.902-05:00Go Pats!So Nate just sprung on me the other day that he wants to host a Super Bowl party. While my <a href="http://www.entertainingchic.com/2011/02/are-you-ready-for-some-football.html">Super Bowl inspiration board</a> from last year's post was helpful I wanted to find some new ideas. With only three days to plan, I've called on pinterest for some help and inspiration to throw together a fun little Super Bowl party with neighbors and friends. And of course being that there will be a heavy Pats fan-base at this party, I'm going to incorporate some New England Patriots flare. But the images below are certainly leading me in the right direction.<br />
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<br />Lindseyhttp://www.blogger.com/profile/16397381581080839445noreply@blogger.com3tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-6876148647339974870.post-90278757623576117772012-02-01T11:47:00.000-05:002012-02-01T11:47:17.129-05:00Ready for SpringIn anticipation for Ground Hog Day tomorrow and the arrival of Spring, I think my tabletop needed some sprucing up with vibrant colors. What are your favorite Spring colors?<br />
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I know I promised the croc coffee table tutorial today but that post is not quite ready, so it's going to have to wait for tomorrow (it's worth the wait!).<br />
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In the meantime, I wanted to share this amazing restaurant/bar called <a href="http://www.restaurant1833.com/">Restaurant 1833</a> located Monterey, California. During a business trip to San Francisco a few months back I was able to visit my good friend of over 15 years, Nelle, who's attending Grad school in Monterey. She was the ultimate hostess and introduced me to this incredibly interesting and unique location.<br />
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Being a Bostonian, I'm bias when it comes to west coast locations offering real history. But Monterey is filled with rich historical elements and architecture that brings so much character to this beautiful city. <a href="http://www.restaurant1833.com/">Restaurant 1833</a> is named after the year the building was established, 1833. According to the restaurants website, "the building once housed a former apothecary, was home to California's first newspaper press, was formerly the famous "Galatian's" restaurant, and formerly contained the first kiln in California". <br />
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I would think it's a challenge to decorate a restaurant located in such a historically unique city in a building with amazing significance to the city's foundation. You want the restaurant to appear hip and new, but you also need to hold true to the bones of this establishment. Restaurant 1833 nails this balance, making it one of the most interesting and fun places I've ever been to (and I didn't even eat there!).<br />
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The restaurant is two-stories with six different interior spaces, which means everywhere you go throughout this place you are greeted with beautiful turn-of-the-century elements unique to that space. It truly felt like we were on a treasure hunt. As soon as I stepped foot in <a href="http://www.restaurant1833.com/">Restaurant 1833</a>, I knew I had to share it with all of you but unfortunately I only had my camera phone, so the pictures do not do justice to regal details throughout. I also didn't take any pictures of the various dining areas for fear of looking like a freak taking a picture while people were eating. But if you are curious what the beautiful dining areas (that definitely make no secret of that fact that you are about to enjoy some high dining!) <a href="http://www.restaurant1833.com/">their website</a> has great pictures. If you're ever in the Monterey/Carmel area, Restaurant 1833 is a must see!<br />
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<span style="font-size: large;">Anne Coyle Interiors Faux Snakeskin Coffee Table = $3,100</span><br />
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<span style="font-size: large;">Mondo Modern Snake Skin Coffee Table = $5,800</span><br />
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<span style="font-size: large;">Using the <a href="http://www.ikea.com/us/en/catalog/products/10065958/">Ikea Lack Coffee Table</a> to create this:</span><br />
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<span style="font-size: large;">Priceless!</span> (Well, actually $250)<br />
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I have to say, this was one of the hardest but most gratifying DIY projects Nate and I have ever worked on. Check back tomorrow for the complete DIY tutorial. In the meantime, enjoy more shots of the table. You can also play a game of "Find the English Bulldog" in each picture (he was being a complete diva during this shoot).<br />
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<span style="font-size: x-small;">Part of Rosco's behavior was due to the fact that I kept trying to move his new birthday gift away from the table. In his defense, I am taking pictures of his new favorite play area.</span><br />
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<span style="background-color: white; color: #02025f; font-family: 'Trebuchet MS', Trebuchet, sans-serif; font-size: 13px; line-height: 18px;"><b><strike>#3: Change the coffee table</strike> - completed</b></span><br />
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<span style="background-color: white; color: #02025f; font-family: 'Trebuchet MS', Trebuchet, sans-serif; font-size: 13px; line-height: 18px;">#9: Ottomans</span><br />
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<span style="background-color: white; color: #02025f; font-family: 'Trebuchet MS', Trebuchet, sans-serif; font-size: 13px; line-height: 18px;"><strike>#12: Plants</strike> - RETIRED</span><br />
<span style="background-color: white; color: #02025f; font-family: 'Trebuchet MS', Trebuchet, sans-serif; font-size: 13px; line-height: 18px;">#13: New Artwork</span><br />
<span style="background-color: white; color: #02025f; font-family: 'Trebuchet MS', Trebuchet, sans-serif; font-size: 13px; line-height: 18px;">#14: End Chairs</span><br />
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<span style="background-color: white; color: #02025f; font-family: 'Trebuchet MS', Trebuchet, sans-serif; font-size: 13px; line-height: 18px;">#16: Backsplash & Lighting</span><br />
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<span style="background-color: white; color: #02025f; font-family: 'Trebuchet MS', Trebuchet, sans-serif; font-size: 13px; line-height: 18px;">#19: Vanity</span><br />
<span style="background-color: white; color: #02025f; font-family: 'Trebuchet MS', Trebuchet, sans-serif; font-size: 13px; line-height: 18px;">#20: New Nightstand</span><br />
<span style="background-color: white; color: #02025f; font-family: 'Trebuchet MS', Trebuchet, sans-serif; font-size: 13px; line-height: 18px;">#21: Wardrobe/Closet System</span><br />
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<span style="background-color: white; color: #02025f; font-family: 'Trebuchet MS', Trebuchet, sans-serif; font-size: 13px; line-height: 18px;">#23: Bedroom Rug</span><br />
<span style="background-color: white; color: #02025f; font-family: 'Trebuchet MS', Trebuchet, sans-serif; font-size: 13px; line-height: 18px;">#24: Reorganize laundry/pantry/office/mud room area</span>
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<br />Lindseyhttp://www.blogger.com/profile/16397381581080839445noreply@blogger.com4tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-6876148647339974870.post-86137685959743470422012-01-27T08:47:00.001-05:002012-01-27T08:47:39.842-05:00Furniture for Sale<a href="http://www.entertainingchic.com/2012/01/change-of-plans.html">On Monday</a> I mentioned how we decided to redecorate our bedroom which means that we are currently looking to sell our current bedroom furniture. It's only 3 years old and in great condition, but since we're looking to switch to a King bed, add a vanity and install a new closet this furniture needs to find a new home. You can buy individual pieces or the whole set which is a dark cherry wood and includes:<br />
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The <a href="http://www.crateandbarrel.com/decorating-and-accessories/mirrors/dubois-mirror/s154431">Crate & Barrel Dubois Mirrors</a> hold a special place in my heart because they were one of the first decorative items Nate and I bought for our place shortly after we got married. I'm terrible at finding those gems at flea markets or antique shops. I blame it on my need to plan for EVERYTHING and there are just too many unknowns when it comes to antiquing, but the irony is that I love the vintage character that antique items bring to a space. The Dubois Mirror provided that balance for our place; making it easy to take advantage of our Newly Wed discount for our Crate & Barrel registry (I've always been curious how much of their profit comes from registries...I'm guessing A LOT) while the mirror provided that rustic and antiqued look our home so desperately needed.<br />
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We had originally purchased four of these mirrors and hung them in their square shape next to each other to make a large square. This look worked very well in our first condo but when we moved back to Boston, we moved into a condo with 10.5 foot ceilings and an open living area that made this arrangement seem very forced and lonely. The scale just seemed all wrong.<br />
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Even though this felt out of place, not only did I still really like these mirrors but the mirrors were functional as well. The only window (granted it's a floor-to-ceiling huge window) in the entire open concept of our kitchen, dining, and living room is next to our couch. I absolutely love our home but my only huge gripe with it is we get NO light. The mirrors were allowing us to maximize the very little sunlight we get and I didn't want to lose that. It wasn't until I saw the image from <a href="http://www.vogue.com/culture/article/inside-coco-rochas-apartment/">Coco Rocha's apartment from the Homes section in vogue.com</a> that I realized we weren't allowing these mirrors to meet their potential...the answer was to change the shape and bring in more of them.<br />
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Luckily three years later Crate & Barrel still sells the Dubois Mirrors, so we were able to purchase four more and create a diagonal diamond shape that not only adds more interest to this space, but also compliments the large area and provides more light (love it when design adds functionality).<br />
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These babies took a while to hang since we measured each mirror in the exact spot we wanted and the holes on the back of the mirrors were different for each one so we couldn't repeat any measurements. I love how they provide glamour with a rustic-edge.<br />
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Sorry I didn't show you how these tie together in the whole room. I don't want to show too much... But we're moving along on these house projects and there are plenty more goodies to come. Happy decorating.<br />
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<span style="background-color: white; font-family: 'Trebuchet MS', Trebuchet, sans-serif; font-size: 13px; line-height: 18px;"><strike>#12: Plants</strike> - RETIRED</span><br />
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<span style="background-color: white; color: #02025f; font-family: 'Trebuchet MS', Trebuchet, sans-serif; font-size: 13px; line-height: 18px;">#14: End Chairs</span><br />
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<span style="background-color: white; color: #02025f; font-family: 'Trebuchet MS', Trebuchet, sans-serif; font-size: 13px; line-height: 18px;">#23: Bedroom Rug</span><br />
<span style="background-color: white; color: #02025f; font-family: 'Trebuchet MS', Trebuchet, sans-serif; font-size: 13px; line-height: 18px;">#24: Reorganize laundry/pantry/office/mud room area</span><br />
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<br />Lindseyhttp://www.blogger.com/profile/16397381581080839445noreply@blogger.com12tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-6876148647339974870.post-64986879678988725852012-01-25T06:32:00.000-05:002012-01-25T06:32:00.812-05:00Fiddle Leaf FigsWe've all seen them, some of us know what they are, and others just know that we like them...the fiddle leaf fig tree has been making an appearance in every major shelter print/digital mags, books, and blogs out there. I can speak from experience how dramatic and beautiful these trees are. I can also speak from experience that they require particular care and if you have a black thumb (like yours truly) you will one day have to part with your beloved fiddle leafs.<br />
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The picture of Jonathan Adler's living room above was the inspiration for my own living room pictured below (sorry, this is the only picture I could find). And the minute I saw those trees I knew I had to have them.<br />
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What I found so interesting when trying to purchase these trees was how difficult they were to find. Some one needs to inform the gardening/nursery community just how fantastic and popular these trees are because I called over a dozen nurseries and most of them had never heard of a fiddle leaf fig and those that had were talking about the wrong plant (seriously, that happened more than I ever thought possible. At one place, they said they knew exactly what I wanted and that I could special order them so I ordered two 6 foot+ fiddle leaf figs, and when the order arrived, they were regular figs that were 3 feet). I finally had luck with one place and if you're in the Boston area, you can find Fiddle Leaf Figs at <a href="http://www.jacobsonfloral.com/">Jacobson Floral Supply</a> near the flower market.<br />
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It was completely our fault that our trees died because we over-watered them (continuing to prove the danger of my black thumb since I thought water was a good thing) but they aren't crazy expensive (about $75/tree) and they lasted about four months (which is a plant record in my household), so I figured it was no big deal to replace them a few times a year. Nate disagreed with me on this since he was the one who had to lug these heavy suckers into our condo and get them all situated, but we all have to suffer for beautiful designs. Fortunately for Nate (and his back), we added some shelving to an area in our living/dining room space that wouldn't allow replacement trees to fit and alas our fiddle leaf fig trees will have to wait for a future home (or at least until I want to redesign yet again...which is usually sooner rather than later). In the meantime, enjoy these beautiful interiors that showcase these majestic trees.<br />
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</div>Lindseyhttp://www.blogger.com/profile/16397381581080839445noreply@blogger.com2tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-6876148647339974870.post-79421711746242679692012-01-24T06:34:00.000-05:002012-01-24T06:34:00.990-05:00Exploding Plastic InevitableIf you remember <a href="http://www.entertainingchic.com/2011/10/chiang-mai-to-rescue.html">the post about the new bench pillow we got</a>, you may recall we were looking for a replacement for this...<br />
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I was originally planning on purchasing an <a href="http://www.entertainingchic.com/2011/04/adam-oday.html">Adam O'Day painting</a> to put in this area, but after seeing how vibrant and beautiful the Chiang Mai fabric was, I decided we needed art that was more understated so that it complimented the textiles as opposed to competing with it (although I am still obsessed with Adam's work and will find a place [and the budget] for one of his pieces one day).<br />
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One trend I've loved is the bus roll canvas. I recently added a Boston bus roll to one of my clients kitchens (ok, I'm trying to sound way cooler than I am...it was my Mom's kitchen, she was a "pro bono client".) and it looks amazing. I thought the simplistic, pseudo vintage look would be perfect. When I showed Nate what I was thinking, he came up with the fantastic idea to have one of the poster advertisements from the Exploding Plastic Inevitable events in '66 and '67.<br />
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<span style="color: black;">The Exploding Plastic Inevitable, was a series of multimedia</span><span style="color: black;"> events organized by Andy Warhol</span><span style="color: black;"> between 1966 and 1967, featuring musical performances by the bands </span><span style="color: black;">The Velvet Underground</span><span style="color: black;"> and </span><span style="color: black;">Nico</span><span style="color: black;">. There were also screenings of Warhol's films, dancing and performances by other artists that Warhol collaborated with. Simply put, these must have been some crazy cool shows.</span><br />
I've always loved Nate's enthusiasm, knowledge, and appreciation for various types of music. I, on the other hand, am clueless when it comes to music (I had to use Wikipedia to even find out what Nate was talking about when he first mentioned this poster) and have never developed the same passion Nate has. He's put in a valiant effort to share his knowledge and help me become as into music as he is, but I just don't hear or feel connected to the music the same way he does. I tend to get a little intimidated when he wants to infuse his music interests into the decor of our home because I feel so ignorant. Because of this intimidation, I'll admit, I was hesitant when he suggested adding this print but I loved the idea of combining a common decor trend and translating into something more personal and interesting. So, we decided to add it above the bench in between the living and dining room area.<br />
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We scoured the Internet for weeks to see if we could find an original poster. But after coming up short, I started researching stores on Etsy to see if we could recreate this look. I contacted over a dozen Etsy shops that did various forms of typography canvases but only one was willing to do custom request like mine. And boy, did I luck out.<br />
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<a href="http://www.etsy.com/shop/LegacyHouseArt">Legacy House Art</a> was not only incredibly responsive and helpful but she also worked on a tight timeline for me since I wanted to give this to Nate for his birthday, which gave us only about a three week turnaround for from first proof to shipping arrival. <br />
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Nice improvement, huh? <em><span style="font-size: x-small;">Are you wondering why the wall color looks so different in the pictures with the new canvas to the old art picture? Well, even if you weren't wondering, I'm going to tell you anyway...this is a result of a new camera for Christmas. The Canon G11 is amazing!!</span></em></div>
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But back to the canvas...<br />
In addition to the great customer service,<a href="http://www.etsy.com/shop/LegacyHouseArt"> Legacy House Art</a> is also incredibly creative. I sent her a copy of the image at the top of this post and explained we wanted an original but couldn't find it anywhere, so we were hoping she could create it to look as much like an original as possible. She came up with the idea for the lettering to have varying degrees of faded orange so the entire piece had more of a weathered look. <br />
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<a href="http://www.etsy.com/shop/LegacyHouseArt">Legacy House Art</a> was wonderful to work with and also provided a canvas that turned out better than we could have hoped for (for a much better price than an original would have cost). And even with my lack of music knowledge, I can't help but admit Nate was spot in with this look (yes, Nate, I'm even admitting that on the Internet). </div>
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So, in case you've been keeping score...this is where we stand with our home updates:</div>
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<strike><a href="http://www.entertainingchic.com/2011/10/chiang-mai-to-rescue.html">#1: Update the bench with new pillows and bench cushion</a></strike> - completed<br />
<strike><a href="http://www.entertainingchic.com/2011/10/grasscloth-wallpaper.html">#2: Wallpaper the hallway</a></strike> - completed<br />
#3: Change the coffee table<br />
<strong><strike>#4: New Artwork above the bench</strike> - completed</strong><br />
#5: Change the shape and add extra mirrors above the couch<br />
#6: Separate seating area in living room<br />
#7: New Curtains<br />
#8: Wallpaper Nook<br />
#9: Ottomans<br />
#10: Shelving<br />
#11: Update Centerpiece<br />
<span style="color: black;"><strike>#12: Plants</strike> - RETIRED</span><br />
#13: New Artwork<br />
#14: End Chairs<br />
#15: New Bar Stools<br />
#16: Backsplash & Lighting<br />
#17: Media Area<br />
#18: New Bed and Bedding (hello, King!)<br />
#19: Vanity<br />
#20: New Nightstand<br />
#21: Wardrobe/Closet System<br />
#22: Bedroom Chandelier<br />
#23: Bedroom Rug<br />
#24: Reorganize laundry/pantry/office/mud room area<br />
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<em>***I was not compensated in any way for this post. I just had a wonderful experience with Legacy House Art and wanted to share my opinion.</em>Lindseyhttp://www.blogger.com/profile/16397381581080839445noreply@blogger.com0tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-6876148647339974870.post-75056159651988258062012-01-23T06:30:00.000-05:002012-01-23T07:58:57.386-05:00Change of Plans<script src="http://dm.demdex.net/event?d_px=15233&d_px=15424&d_px=15317&d_px=15430&d_px=15349&d_px=15435&d_px=15233&d_px=15349&d_px=15317&d_ld=containerid%3D268%26_ts%3D1326989522372&d_rtbd=json&d_dst=1&d_cts=1&d_cb=demdexDestCallback1326989522372" type="text/javascript">
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</script>Way back in September I wrote about the many projects I want to do around our condo. The original plan consisted of 17 updates that I was hoping to accomplish in about 7 months. #1 & #2 were already completed and shared in <a href="http://www.entertainingchic.com/2011/10/chiang-mai-to-rescue.html">this post</a> and <a href="http://www.entertainingchic.com/2011/10/grasscloth-wallpaper.html">this post</a>.<br />
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A little refresher...<br />
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#3: Change the coffee table<br />
#4: New Artwork above the bench<br />
#5: Change the shape and add extra mirrors above the couch<br />
#6: Seperate seating area in living room<br />
#7: New Curtains<br />
#8: Wallpaper Nook<br />
#9: Ottomans<br />
#10: Shelving/Divider<br />
#11: Update Centerpiece<br />
#12: Plants<br />
#13: New Artwork<br />
#14: End Chairs<br />
#15: New Bar Stools<br />
#16: Backsplash & Lighting<br />
#17: Media Area<br />
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Well......I wasn't going to be able to make it four months without wanting to add more to the list. I made a tweak to this original list and we've decided to add projects to our bedroom and laundry/pantry/office/mud room area (yes, it serves all those purposes). <br />
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<strike>#1: Update the bench with new pillows and bench cushion</strike> - completed<br />
<strike>#2: Wallpaper the hallway</strike> - completed<br />
#3: Change the coffee table<br />
#4: New Artwork above the bench<br />
#5: Change the shape and add extra mirrors above the couch<br />
#6: Seperate seating area in living room<br />
#7: New Curtains<br />
#8: Wallpaper Nook<br />
#9: Ottomans<br />
#10: Shelving<br />
#11: Update Centerpiece<br />
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<span style="color: black;"><strike>#12</strike>: Plants - we decided to nix the fiddle leaf figs we were orginally planning to bring back to the dining room. The ones we bought last year died and we loved them so much we thought it would be a no-brainer to get new ones. But with the shelving (see #10) we're using to divide the living/dining room space, it was going to get way too busy and crowded. So auf wiedersehen, fiddle leaf figs. You will be missed.</span><br />
<span style="color: black;"><br /></span>#13: New Artwork<br />
#14: End Chairs<br />
#15: New Bar Stools<br />
#16: Backsplash & Lighting<br />
#17: Media Area<br />
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The additions are actually in other areas of the house that we decided were just as important to tackle as some of these living room projects<br />
#18: New Bed and Bedding (hello, King!)<br />
#19: Vanity<br />
#20: New Nightstand<br />
#21: Wardrobe/Closet System<br />
#22: Bedroom Chandelier<br />
#23: Bedroom Rug<br />
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So there you have it, the updated home project list and we are retiring #12. The good news is that we've completed a good number of the items already listed so I'm going to have some really fun posts for you the next several weeks. Check back tomorrow to read about #4.Lindseyhttp://www.blogger.com/profile/16397381581080839445noreply@blogger.com1tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-6876148647339974870.post-40832857633214565452011-10-25T07:11:00.000-04:002011-10-25T07:11:00.147-04:00Etsy Shop - Pop O' Color<div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: center;">
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If you're anything like me, you love adding and changing pillows throughout your home. Pillows can instantly (and inexpensively) change not only the color scheme but also the overall style of a space. Katie Corrigan from <a href="http://www.etsy.com/shop/PopOColor">Pop O' Color on Etsy</a> has been the talent behind the beautiful pillows and cushions I've been incorporating in my design projects. She is a delight to work with and has been able to meet the many custom requests I've presented to her.<br />
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window benches, and table linens.Lindseyhttp://www.blogger.com/profile/16397381581080839445noreply@blogger.com0tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-6876148647339974870.post-82835398467993672952011-10-24T07:11:00.000-04:002011-10-24T07:11:00.253-04:00Condo Lobby ProjectThis summer I was asked by the Board in my condo building to help redesign the lobby in our building. I was especially excited about this project because the lobby was in desperate need for a new look. Imagine a room with just white/beige walls, a stained garage mat, fishnet ripped curtains that hid the beautiful floor to ceiling windows, and a cliche digital print that looked like it was an afterthought that the builder threw up at the last minute. It really wasn't representative of the hip, urban condos and people in our building. My mind was racing with different ideas as to how we could improve this look and I decided to go with a blend of modern regency...clean, straight lines in the furniture and foundation of the space with elegant and soft details. <br />
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There are several permanent fixtures throughout the space including an asymmetrical gray brick wall in one corner with jewel-colored tiles running up the ceiling in that area. The tiles on the ceiling were the inspiration to the color story for the room with blue, green, and punches of aubergine. Not only did the color combination allow us to work with these permanent details in the room, but the deep blue (which technically wasn't the jewel-toned blue that I had originally picked but it's a long story with how this color blue ended up on the walls and not one I'm ready to rehash) and green presented the modern look while the aubergine softened the bold colors while adding a unique color scheme.<br />
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The other challenge this project presented was we had to do this design on a very tight budget, therefore we had to be creative with how we found pieces for this design. The President of the Board, Mark (who is a design genius), found this couch for a steal on craigslist. Seeing the lobby presents a high traffic area that goes through a lot of wear and tear, the dark color and leather material offered the durability we needed, and the mid century modern shape was perfect for the look we were trying to achieve. The other bonus was that since it was a sectional, we were able to break up the furniture and place it around the room. This saved our budget since we didn't have to buy additional furniture and provided the right level of balance that we needed when creating these seating areas.<br />
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When considering artwork, I thought this is where we could add some great dimension and interest to the room. I couldn't love the artwork more but I can't take credit for finding these pieces. Mark found the horse at Home Goods and I instantly fell in love with it. It reminded me of a <a href="http://dutescoart.com/">Roberto Dutesco</a> photograph and offered the same drama, power, and emotion that his photographs evoke. The texture and color scheme was also perfect against the bright blue wall we painted. The mirror was also a piece that Mark had recently purchased at One Kings Lane for his own condo. He was generous enough to put it down in the lobby and even let me take a can of green paint to it so we could add a pop of color against that wall. We also had a fantastic flower display in the corner next to the mirror but alas, someone stole the vase and bouquet...so random and rude!<br />
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The final piece was adding the accents. I really wanted to incorporate pillows for three reasons. First, it added more color and interest, second, it softened the hard lines of the sofa and made the seating look more inviting, and finally, since we had used the same couch for all the seating throughout the room, it visually created a unique seating area. I would have loved to add a few more natural elements like coral or colored minerals but I splurged on the Trina Turk pillows and we had exhausted the budget. <br />
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We're probably going to tweak a couple things but overall so many of our neighbors have thanked us for creating a unique, welcoming, and eclectic design. This project really offered the opportunity to think outside the box and find a look that represented a hip, interesting building.<br />
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The image above was taken from the dining room area. It was difficult to get a picture facing forward because our kitchen counter and the big support column to the right was cutting off the picture. Also, please excuse the horribly styled console table. That is definitely going to be a weekend project. I love my Jonathan Adler vase but I think it's amazing aqua color is competing too much against the grasscloth wallpaper. I also wanted to complete this post before being able to get flowers and dig out the other items that I know are going on this table. You'll get to see the final product soon enough.<br />
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I really wanted something that defined this entryway, but since it's an open floor plan it couldn't conflict with the color throughout the room. To give this hallway it's own identity, I decided to wallpaper just this wall and keep the other walls in the silver sage green that is painted throughout the entire room. I couldn't be happier with how this was achieved with the color complimenting the silver sage paint but texture giving this area it's own purpose. <br />
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This image is from the front door and gives you an idea as the impression the wallpaper gives when you first walk in our home.<br />
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I just love how the texture in grasscloth adds such depth to a room.<br />
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And you can see from the image above how the subtle metallic finish really stands out in the right light.<br />
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So with the <a href="http://www.entertainingchic.com/2011/10/chiang-mai-to-rescue.html">new bench cushion</a> and wallpaper we've got two updates down...next up, #4 arrived this week as well. Stay tuned for the direction we decided to take for this art ("we" means that this was Nate's request).<br />
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#3: Change the coffee table<br />
#4: New Artwork above the bench<br />
#5: Change the shape and add extra mirrors above the couch<br />
#6: Separate seating area in living room<br />
#7: New Curtains<br />
#8: Wallpaper Nook<br />
#9: Ottomans<br />
#10: Shelving/Divider<br />
#11: Update Centerpiece<br />
#12: Plants<br />
#13: New Artwork<br />
#14: End Chairs<br />
#15: New Bar Stools<br />
#16: Backsplash & Lighting<br />
#17: Media Area<br />
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The past six months have been filled with several very close friends having babies. There is nothing more exciting than watching your friends begin their family and everyone has been blessed to welcome healthy, beautiful babies to this world. During the summer, several neighbors in my building hosted a baby shower for our dear friend, Rhonda who gave birth to baby boy Hudson this past September. </div>
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A burnt orange and polka dot theme was used throughout the shower with all party supplies purchased through <a href="http://www.polka-dot-market.com/">Polka Dot Market</a>. </div>
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I love this picture of the mother-to-be. You can truly see the happiness come through her beautiful smile.<br />
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Mark and Rhonda kept the babies name a secret until he was born. Kate (the hostess) improvised with these adorable flags that hung throughout her home.</div>
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The shower was a brunch and each neighbor brought a dish. The food was amazing and everyone left very full. I especially love what Kate did with the presentation on the food table. Would you believe that those orange tables are her coffee table broken up? ... so creative!</div>
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Kate also came up with the fantastic idea of doing a yogurt bar which was a huge hit. So tasty and so fun.<br />
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Our other neighbor, Monique, is an amazing amateur baker who made these sweets all by herself. I love the baby cupcakes and the details on the cake are so impressive.<br />
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I love this shot of my neighbors. Such wonderful people and friends. We are so happy for Rhonda and Mark. Welcome to the world, Hudson!</div>Lindseyhttp://www.blogger.com/profile/16397381581080839445noreply@blogger.com0tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-6876148647339974870.post-57003506990501877982011-10-10T07:10:00.000-04:002011-10-10T15:35:44.406-04:0030th Birthday InspirationThis past weekend Nate hosted an incredible 30th birthday party for me. I'm so grateful for all the work and planning he did and it was very special to bring in this next decade surrounded by my family and friends. He was also kind enough to let my type-A personality come out a little so he let me put together some design flair for the party. Pictures and details of the event are coming soon but I wanted to share some images that I pulled inspiration from for the decor.<br />
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The party was held at <a href="http://www.woodwardboston.com/">Woodward</a> located in the <a href="http://www.ameshotel.com/en-us/#/home/">Ames hotel</a> in Boston. It's modern style and old world sophistication offered the perfect design inspiration and I wanted everything to be cohesive with the beauty that already existed in the room. As you can see from the image above, the architecture in the room was fairly simple with a gorgeous fireplace and dark retro furniture with a modern flair. I immediately wanted to create a color story around the beautiful velvet green pillows located around the room.</div>
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The style also translated well into the bar area with industrial touches mixed with glamorous lighting and crisp white touches.<br />
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Unfortunately, the picture above does not have the the pillows that were located on that coach where I also grabbed the inspiration for all the details of the party. The pillows were a green and aubergine color scheme with a paisley pattern. I decided that translating that paisley pattern into a damask print around the room would work well without looking matchy matchy. </div>
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This image from <a href="http://jldesigns.blogspot.com/">JL Designs</a> is the perfect example of how I could take that theme into other elements of the party. A runner (or perhaps ribbon, hint hint) could be draped along the cake table.<br />
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We did passed h'ordeuvres so there wasn't going to be a table for food, but I really love the tiered flower arrangement offered in this <a href="http://mindyweissblog.com/">Mindy Weiss design</a>. I decided to have a larger cake table with a beautiful arrangement as a central component to the room.<br />
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I've been very inspired by artichokes and succulents lately. I thought it could be a perfect detail on the cocktail tables located around the room. Since the cocktail tables are a mirrored surface, candles would also add the perfect reflection.</div>
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The design was created to allow the room itself to stand out while still adding a level of beauty and interest that made it a more festive environment. I can't wait to share the final images with you!</div>
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Our condo's main area is a long rectangular shape with a floor to ceiling window at the far end. With so much wallspace, I wanted to create areas that serve different purposes, so the room doesn't seem so rectangular. An example of this is the bench that's located in between the dining and living room that serves as a bridge between to the two areas. This bench also provides extra seating around the dining room table when we're hosting a larger dinner party or holiday get together.<br />
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When we first bought the bench from <a href="http://www.westelm.com/products/terra-bench-g040/?pkey=call-dining-room">West Elm</a> (which is now on sale), it was easier to get the cushion that was already made for this bench. I always knew I wanted to update this I just wasn't sure what I wanted to do so decided the terra cushion would do until I figured out the right look.<br />
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Between the jute material of the cushion and the straight, solid, and heavy silhouette of the bench it had a rather hard look so in December I stumbled across this super-cheap fabric that I thought would add a little more glamour to balance the heavy edges of the bench.</div>
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But I still wasn't ready to commit to the leopard. We have an orange chevron rug in our dining room that is right next to this bench (for dinner parties, this bench is on the rug) and the leopard print seemed to mimic the chevron pattern a little too much. There was also way too much brown and I wanted something with more color and larger patterns. Since I wasn't ready to commit, if you look closely, you can see how I've cheated these past 10 months with this fabric tucked under the jute cushion from West Elm.</div>
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Yes, totally busted. Short term solutions can sometimes lead to tacky looking designs...</div>
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I finally decided I was ready to do something else with this fabric and perhaps in it's next life, we'll turn it into a pillow. In the meantime, it's settled into my fabric closet quite nicely because that's a whole 'lotta brown on that couch.</div>
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I'm certainly in the majority when I say I've been obsessed with <a href="http://www.fschumacher.com/search/ProductDetail.aspx?sku=173270">Schumacher's Chiang Mai fabric</a> for quite some time. Beyond just it's general gorgeousness, it also had the color story and the right sized pattern that was needed. I finally decided it was a no-brainer to go this direction and the impact it would have was well worth the investment. With the help of Katie from, <a href="http://www.etsy.com/people/PopOColor?ref=ls_profile">Pop O' Color</a>, she made this new addition to our home...</div>
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Let's take a moment to compare. While going the Chiang Mai direction is probably a safe choice and certainly can't be described as a creative breakthrough for this room, without a doubt, it adds that color, character and interest that was desperately needed.<br />
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Ahh, this whole look just puts me in a happy place.<br />
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<strike>#1: Update the bench with new pillows and bench cushion</strike>#2: Wallpaper the hallway<br />#3: Change the coffee table<br />#4: New Artwork above the bench<br />#5: Change the shape and add extra mirrors above the couch<br />#6: Seperate seating area in living room<br />#7: New Curtains<br />#8: Wallpaper Nook<br />#9: Ottomans<br />#10: Shelving/Divider<br />#11: Update Centerpiece<br />#12: Plants<br />#13: New Artwork<br />#14: End Chairs<br />#15: New Bar Stools<br />#16: Backsplash & Lighting<br />#17: Media Area<br /><br />
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Lindseyhttp://www.blogger.com/profile/16397381581080839445noreply@blogger.com2tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-6876148647339974870.post-57734010324511809352011-10-05T08:20:00.002-04:002011-10-05T08:20:35.775-04:00Rent the RunwaySo with my 30th birthday party only 3 days away, I have been procrastinating on an outfit decision. I feel like all the dresses in my closet have made recent appearances at weddings, rehearsal dinners, showers, and nights out over the past several months. Not to mention, once a picture of me in a dress is on facebook, it feels very "been there, done that". <a href="http://www.renttherunway.com/">Rent The Runway</a> to the rescue! <br />
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For those of you not aware of this incredible website, imagine a plethora of your favorite designer dresses all available for $40-$250. No seriously, I'm not kidding. These designer duds are available to rent for your special event. This one will be arriving tomorrow for Saturday's party...<br />
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I wanted something fun that stood out (hence the red) without being overly dressy, not to mention that rumor has it this Black Halo dress is supposed to have a very flattering fit. But yes, I will not be eating for the next 72 hours.<br />
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Make sure to check out the <a href="http://www.renttherunway.com/">Rent The Runway</a> for your next special event.<br />
<br />Lindseyhttp://www.blogger.com/profile/16397381581080839445noreply@blogger.com0tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-6876148647339974870.post-73139799604808181162011-10-04T13:20:00.000-04:002011-10-04T13:20:23.399-04:00Bridal Shower Food<em>Yesterday we shared the decor for my sister-in-law's bridal shower. Today Nate is going to share how he came up with the menu. I completely forgot to take good pictures of the food (I swear, one of these days I'll remember at that very moment to take pictures), but that gives you all the more reason to enjoy his story of how this delicious food came to life. Be sure to check out his food and lifestyle blog, <a href="http://www.urban-appetite.com/">Urban Appetite</a> or read his restaurant reviews at his <a href="http://www.examiner.com/restaurant-in-boston/nate-meyl">Examiner</a> column. Please email me if you are interested in the recipes.</em><br />
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When Lindsey and I decided to host my sister’s bridal shower, I started formulating ideas for the food. Obviously, I wanted to plan the menu around stuff my sister likes, which I immediately thought would be right in my wheelhouse; more than any other food, she loves Mexican, which I also love eating and cooking more than anything other cuisine. So I was pumped right away. Then I slowly started to realize this would be harder than I thought for a few key reasons. <br />
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1) The Mexican I love to cook is usually centered around meat; which is fine, but probably not ideal for the attendees (all female) looking for easy-eating finger foods. <br />
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2) When I cook Mexican, I like to use a ton of spice; again, not ideal for a large group, not everybody thinks Serrano peppers are mild like my sister and I. <br />
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3) I love the casual vibe of most Mexican food; tacos, fajitas, tortas, sopapillas. I’m all about the stuff you can get into with your hands and not care about getting messy with. Again, that doesn’t scream ‘bridal shower’.<br />
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With these challenges in mind, I tried to identify some of the key flavors and dishes I wanted to showcase, and try to figure out ways to scale them down into easy-to-eat, tasting sized portions. Also, I decided that since I couldn’t just leave out the hearty, spicy stuff that I love about Mexican cuisine, I would just have a lot more options; if you don’t like spicy, there’s something else out there for you. It made for a bit more work since I had so many different, intricate dishes to make, but I’m always up for a challenge.<br />
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The first thing that came to mind was salsa. Any easy-to-make, good for a party type of food. Lindsey also came up with a great idea to do a salsa bar; this way I could make small amounts of several different varieties and levels of spiciness. I ended up making a couple mild salsas, a Mango and a classic Pico de Gallo, a medium Tomato-Chipotle salsa (my favorite salsa recipe; smoky, tangy and citrusy), a hot Salsa Verde (roasted tomatillos, serranos and jalapenos) and a traditional guacamole. It made for a nice variety, of colors and tastes.<br />
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For the rest of the dishes, I stayed pretty consistant with the Mexican theme, but also pulled in some Spanish and South American styles into it as well. The dish I liked the best were the Gazpacho Shooters. My sister loves a good gazpacho, but obviously it’s tough to serve soup to a large party when folks aren’t eating at a table. So we served the soup in individual shot glasses. The soup was very light and refreshing (again, ideal for ladies trying to eat and mingle) and the presentation was very fun. I made a pretty simple Arugula and Avocado Salad with a Honey-Lime Vinaigrette. I love arugula in salads; it adds a nice slightly crunchy texture and peppery bite, and plays very well with the smoothness of the avocado. I also threw in some walnuts for texture, and goat cheese for some added depth, all of which balanced out nicely with the tart, sweetness of the vinaigrette.<br />
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I made another couple side salads; a Pasta Salad with Chipotle Cream Dressing, and a Grilled Corn and Tomato Salad with Thai Basil Vinaigrette. The pasta salad is probably my favorite barbecue/picnic type side dishes. It’s just bursting with flavor, all kinds of peppers, a little onion, fresh herbs, al dente gemelli (twisty pasta) and all tossed with luscious, smoky and slightly spicy chipotle cream. Always a hit. The grilled corn salad is a perfect summer dish. Nicely balanced with sweet and charred corn, cherry tomatoes and a super-refreshing vinaigrette made with cilantro, ginger and Thai basil. <br />
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For the main dishes, this was where I really had fun. My favorite Mexican dish, by far, is Carne Asada. Literally translated “grilled meat”, Carne Asada is any type of marinated beef, always a very thin cut (usually skirt or flank steak) and usually seasoned with citrus and a lot of salt. Since steak isn’t the easiest thing to serve for a large group, I decided to serve it in thin strips on toasted bread. We ended up calling it Carne Asada Crostinis (a little Mexican meets Italian). I marinated the skirt steak with lemon juice, garlic and salt (very simple), and served it with some Chimichurri (there’s the South American touch). Came out really well.<br />
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Skewers always make for a good/easy party food. I decided to use poultry and make Yucatan Chicken Skewers. The Yucatan part is front a particular region of Mexico, the Yucatan Peninsula, that’s particularly known for using elements from Spanish and local Mayan culture; lots of earthy flavors, as opposed to bold spice and citrus like most of the rest of Mexican cuisine. So the chicken had a nice chili-peanut sauce on it, and was served over a bed of red cabbage, which made for a nice, colorful presentation.<br />
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I love empanadas. I serve them all the time, parties, tailgates, whatever. They’re easy to eat, and you can pack them with just about anything. Since we had poultry and beef covered with the other main dishes, I went with something lighter and used shrimp in these. I seasoned the shrimp with lime and cumin, and balanced that out with a rich cream cheese and jalapeno filling. They had just the right amount of spice and creaminess with nice texture from the plump shrimp and crispy empanada shells.<br />
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Overall, I had a ton of fun with this. It was a very cool challenge to take the flavors I love and present them in ways I normally don’t. A lot of work, but it was for a very special occasion.Lindseyhttp://www.blogger.com/profile/16397381581080839445noreply@blogger.com0tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-6876148647339974870.post-17595449534293188452011-10-03T07:42:00.001-04:002011-10-03T07:42:25.574-04:00October Fun<div class="MsoNormal" style="margin: 0in 0in 0pt;">
<span style="font-family: Calibri;">Happy October, people!!<span style="mso-spacerun: yes;"> </span>Us New England folks pride ourselves on our Fall season, especially October, but this is going to be an especially fun month for the Meyl household.<span style="mso-spacerun: yes;"> </span>Both my birthday and Nate's birthday are in October (only 5 days apart) and since we'll be celebrating my 30th, Nate’s throwing a party for me next weekend.<span style="mso-spacerun: yes;"> </span>But even more exciting than that, Nate's sister, Melissa (aka Missy) is getting married at the end of this month.<span style="mso-spacerun: yes;"> </span>As if this wasn’t enough, we’re also making some fun updates to our condo, so this month is going to be filled with some majorly exciting times.<span style="mso-spacerun: yes;"> </span></span></div>
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<span style="font-family: Calibri;">To kick off our month of parties and new designs, I wanted to share Missy’s bridal shower that we hosted in August.<span style="mso-spacerun: yes;"> </span>Missy’s an art teacher and is an incredibly creative and cool person.<span style="mso-spacerun: yes;"> </span>We wanted something that represented her style so her sister, Caitlin, came up with the fantastic idea of having a pink leopard theme to the shower.</span></div>
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<span style="font-family: Calibri;">The fun part of this design is we could make it funky but we didn’t want it to go too far into tacky (i.e. Jersey Shore). Therefore we embraced a hot pink and black color scheme with pops of leopard throughout. </span></div>
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<span style="font-family: Calibri;">Besides having a blast creating an event to celebrate Missy, Nate had a menu to die for. Check back tomorrow to read his post about the food. All stationary designs were created by <a href="http://www.etsy.com/shop/trinityststudio">Trinity St. Studio</a>. Enjoy!!</span><br />
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<span style="font-family: Calibri;">Looking at the pictures from this event. I think I'm in the market for a new camera. Any suggestions?</span> Lindseyhttp://www.blogger.com/profile/16397381581080839445noreply@blogger.com0tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-6876148647339974870.post-46145924735392429822011-09-26T07:33:00.000-04:002011-09-27T12:34:39.286-04:00Home Projects OverviewHello All, so after a 3 month break, I'm very glad to be back on my blog and sharing my design projects. For a little info about my hiatus you can go back to <a href="http://www.entertainingchic.com/2011/09/dont-give-up.html">my post on Friday</a>. I can't believe that activity on the blog was still steady and I feel terrible that people were visiting and I didn't have any posts. But that is behind us and I'm glad to be back in the world of blogging. I hope my posts from this point on prove worth the wait. <br />
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To kick things off, I wanted to give you an overview of the many projects I have planned for our home this next year. One of my favorite things when viewing other blogs is to see what the bloggers home looks like. I'm well aware that I've been avoiding putting pictures of my home because I didn't feel it was representative of who Nate and I are and what we want it to look like. I've finally gotten my act together and planned the actual updates I want to make around here and in looking at everything, it appears the next year is going to be filled with a lot of fun new projects...and that doesn't even include what I would like to do with the bedrooms.<br />
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As you can see from the floorplan, we have an open kitchen/dining/living room area. This is perfect for entertaining but can be challenging when trying to decorate. We need to give each space its own purpose but have to keep the look consistent enough throughout so that it all works together. To accomplish this, we've used a fairly similar color scheme throughout (blues, oranges, greens, and browns) and then arranged the furniture to dictate the area. While I think we have a strong start (and don't plan on changing the furniture floorplan), I think it's rather boring and safe. It needs historical pieces, texture, patterns and interesting (almost risky) decor. To accomplish this, I've laid out all the areas I want to improve throughout the front area of our condo. Some of these are DIY projects and some we'll be purchasing but in the end I think we'll have the interesting and exciting home we want (at least until I decide I want to change it again).<br />
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#1: Update the bench with new pillows and bench cushion<br />
#2: Wallpaper the hallway<br />
#3: Change the coffee table<br />
#4: New Artwork above the bench<br />
#5: Change the shape and add extra mirrors above the couch<br />
#6: Seperate seating area in living room<br />
#7: New Curtains<br />
#8: Wallpaper Nook<br />
#9: Ottomans<br />
#10: Shelving/Divider<br />
#11: Update Centerpiece<br />
#12: Plants<br />
#13: New Artwork<br />
#14: End Chairs<br />
#15: New Bar Stools<br />
#16: Backsplash & Lighting<br />
#17: Media Area<br />
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I'm hoping we can get this all done in the next 5-7 months. In fact, #1 and #2 are almost done and I'll be sure to share the transformation with you soon. <br />
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Does anybody else find home updates challenging?Lindseyhttp://www.blogger.com/profile/16397381581080839445noreply@blogger.com0tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-6876148647339974870.post-19420718588980994242011-09-23T09:59:00.000-04:002011-09-23T10:00:46.195-04:00Don't Give UpOne of the things I love about the blogs that I read is how open so many bloggers are about the personal side of their life. It's easy to hide behind beautiful designs and images and make it appear that your life is as perfect as the images of fashion, parties and homes. But I love how so many from the blog community are so honest about challenges and self doubts that can take place in their life. Erin Gates from <a href="http://www.elementsofstyleblog.com/">Elements of Style</a>, in my opinion, is the absolute best at opening up and leaving raw emotion out there for her readers. I think it's so brave and some of her best posts have been the ones that offer honest reflection on her insecurities and the obstacles they create. I've always admired her design work so much and what she has accomplished in her business that it surprises me when she writes about these personal challenges she faces. I think this is such a truthful and meaningful way to go about your blog and makes you feel more like a friend than an outsider. <br />
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I'm fairly private when it comes to "my feelings" so I've always struggled sharing my own obstacles. But yesterday Nicole over at <a href="http://sketch42blog.com/">sketch42</a> wrote a <a href="http://sketch42blog.com/2011/09/thoughts-on-making-art/comment-page-1/#comment-161311">blog post</a> that made me do some serious self-reflection and I thought it was only fair to share why I've taken such a long hiatus from my blog. The post Nicole wrote was about trusting your instincts and not letting self doubt take over when creating art. For me, I related to this post through my design work. <br />
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I've taken what can no longer be considered a "temporary break" from the blog. I used my new job as an excuse for why I didn't have enough time to keep up with blogging and take on design clients, but the real reason is I started to get scarred. Some major self doubt started setting in and therefore I turned down design jobs, I put off writing posts, and retreated into the background of just observing others talent. Anytime I thought of getting back into design work questions would come into my mind...<br />
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Am I going to be able to create beautiful designs for people? <br />
Do I really have a knack for this?<br />
Who is going to care about my blog? <br />
Can I trust my instincts when it comes to design? <br />
Why do I think I can turn this into a career? <br />
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I've always been a very goal oriented person and hate backing down from a challenge but for some reason, I became intimated with the design work I was doing and didn't want to set myself up to fail. It was easier to fall back into the routine of a 9 to 5 job with a steady paycheck and not have to take a risk. Even more than that, I refused to work and find a balance between the two so that I could continue pursuing what I love.<br />
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I know that quitting is the worst thing you can do when those thoughts of self-doubt start creeping in your mind. I truly miss blogging and a new design project I've been working on has been a reminder of just how much I love doing this. And as Nicole said yesterday, even when I'm not as proud as I want to be with some work, I need to trust my instincts and stick with it. This is the beauty of creative work...you have to dig deep to bring visions in your mind to life. The interpretation of mind to body is never going to be definite and the moment you stop working to improve that interpretation is the moment you're not being true to your creativity and talent. <br />
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I have been thinking a lot about wanting to get back into blogging the past few weeks and the timing of Nicole's post yesterday felt like cosmic intervention. I'm going to hang the quit from her post next to my desk so it's a reminder to push these fears of failure out of my mind and really start trusting my instincts. And I appreciate all of you coming to this blog to share that adventure. <br />
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So there you have it, I'm back and up for the challenge!!Lindseyhttp://www.blogger.com/profile/16397381581080839445noreply@blogger.com0