This Is It

Finally...

After years of going back and forth on colors to use in my living and dining room area, I have decided on brown/olive brown as my color scheme.  I love this dining room in the June issue of Architectural Digest.

Many years ago the builders accidentally laid brown carpet in my family room instead of the sand color ordered.  Unfortunately, it was after they replaced it that I realized how much I liked the color.

I have always kept tear sheets and magazines, and I noticed that brown was the dominant color saved.  I will use brown and lavender in my bedroom.  So...wish me luck.

I wish I could find the photo that turned on the light in my stubborn brain, but I found these rooms designed by Kelley Proxmire via My Knotting Hill blog.

 Domino via Little Green Notebook blog.

I love the fabric used to cover the chairs above.

See you soon,
Teresa
xoxo

Nesting Newbies ~ Spring Issue

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It's here! The Spring issue of Nesting Newbies.  ENJOY!

Nesting Newbies ~ Spring Issue

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Teresa

xoxo

Shining In Chicago

This Chicago Home is filled with sunshine. The staircase is fabulous, and the open space is perfect for family living and entertaining. ENJOY!

These photographs and the story behind them can be found here.

See you soon,
Teresa
xoxo

Meg Ryan ~ At Home in Martha's Vineyard

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Each month around this time I wait patiently (well not really) for my Elle Decor magazine. The Martha's Vineyard home of Meg Ryan, one of my favorite actresses, is featured in this months issue. Enjoy!

See you soon,

Teresa

xoxo

Dream On...

This beautiful Ross, California Home via Traditional Home.  Have a great weekend.  ENJOY! 

Design:

Architect, interior architecture: Greg Johnson, Greg Johnson Architect Inc, Interior designer: Samantha Lyman, Samantha Lyman Interior Design, Interior designer: Myra Hoefer, Myra Hoefer Design,
Landscape designer: Janell Hobart, Janell Denler Hobart Gardens, and
Photographs by Werner Straube.




Now on to Embracing Etiquette With Teresa...



Shopping Short Takes at Yard SalesIf the sign says “no early birds,” don’t go early. Do not arrive while the seller is getting ready for the sales so that you may get some good deals. That’s considered “dirty pool.” Be quiet because the neighbors may still be sleeping. Do not block a neighbor’s driveway.

Do not leave items in disarray. Leave them the way you found them. Do not haggle, although a little bargaining is ok. Carry small bills and plenty of change. Don’t be upset if the seller can’t make change. They are not a store.

Tomorrow we start a new series, Dealing With Rudeness.

See you soon,
Teresa
xoxo

English Cottage

Well, I took my last exam last night, so hopefully I will be back on track with my posts! I am really excited about the museum post I am completing. Enjoy these photographs of an English Cottage.

You can find the story behind these photographs here at Traditional Home.

Now on to Embracing Etiquette with Teresa...

Shopping Short Takes at Spas

Never be late for an appointment. A spa is a relaxed place and you need to keep it that way.

You make talk quietly while getting a massage or other treatment, but it’s ok to be silent.

Do let your therapist know if you are uncomfortable with anything.

NO CHILDREN!

Tomorrow we will cover Shopping Short Takes at Yard Sales.

See you soon,

Teresa

Xoxo

Michael Smith ~ On His Own Turf

Michael Smith is one of the most talented interior designers in the business. Enjoy these photographs of his own home.

These photographs via Elle Decor.

Now on to Embracing Etiquette with Teresa...

Shopping Short Takes in beauty Salons.

Always be on time for your appointment. Holding up others is rude. Do not call at last minute to cancel an appointment as this cost the hairdresser money.

If you are unhappy with your results, let your stylist know as soon as possible. If you decide to change stylists, be honest with the. While they do not want to see you leave, it is better to let them know. You should never just disappear.

Tomorrow we will cover Shopping Short Takes at Spas.

See you soon,

Teresa

xoxo