HOUSE. One exciting thing is that I am getting closer to pulling the trigger on my chinoiserie paper for the dining room. Woo hoo! Once the chairs came in it made me want to complete that room once and for all. So I stumbled across a picture a few weeks ago that was an aha moment for me, the colors were spot on and it has since become my reference for what I want the paper to look like (though a slightly different design). Take a look and also a window treatment I am considering that I think will look fabulous in that room. I am getting exited at the thought of finishing this room!
And here is my room in its current state with its boring whitish walls...
ORCHIDS. I love orchids. Honestly to me they are actually a bargain flower. When you consider how long they last.....they are so worth the money. Lets say you spend $75.00 on an orchid, a dozen roses or a large bunch of beautiful flowers could easily cost that and they last, what a week if you are lucky....the orchid on the other hand, at least a few months!
Its like the gift that keeps on giving. So every few months I pick up a few here and there. I have one place that carries sensational orchids which are pricey but worth it but truth be told I have picked up orchids at places like Whole Foods and Home Depot for next to nothing and had them last a long time. So picked up 8 new plants and added some to a very large tole planter from Italy that I have had a while.....
GORGEOUS TOLE. One of my most favorite things I carry in my online shop is the new custom line of tole. It is truly exceptional in every way. I have placed a few orders lately and one was my very own! I ordered the blue and white chinoiserie lamps I have been wanting for oh about eight years! I looooove them and am now working on getting the shades. Maybe this will finally prompt me to finish my room once and for all!!
On top of that I took a little trip and got to visit the factory, I am working on a few custom lighting orders right now so it was worth the trip. This is a source that the top designers in the world use and their products grace the most sensational homes. I was in tole nirvana, seriously the beauty stopped me dead in my tracks. I wanted one of everything!!! They work with Benjamin Moore colors and every single pieces is customized to your specifications. The work is out of this world! Click here to see my gallery online of some of the many pieces they do. Check out the beauty......
A lantern for a current customer, primed and waiting the customization
Love this oversized tray table...isn't it stunning!
And this one is in the works too.....love it!
Just ordered this for a customer, isn't she a beauty!
LOVE these sconces too.....need to have them!
Seriously...just being there gave me serious heart palpitations!
Mr. Charles Faudree has used this particular one a lot...love it!
How wonderful is this amazing mirror? Love the design and fabulous color!
Brainstorming about where I could personally use both of these beauties!!
Ready to see my lamps? Still need the shades but here they are.......
BOOKS. Got a few books and trying to get back into my old habit of reading on a regular basis. One I just finished that was powerful and quite incredible was Brain on fire I could literally not put it down and read it in 2 days! . A true story of one women's terrifying account of a mysterious brain disease that takes her over, it is an incredible story! Then the two that follows are on my nightstand ready to be tackled.......
Awesome read!
NEW BEAUTY PRODUCTS! Always enjoy sharing new products with you that I am loving. This was actually received as a gift which makes it even sweeter! But I would absolutely buy on my own (and will).This is a product I really wanted to try and then I was lucky enough to win it over at my buddy, Stacy's blog South Shore Decorating (on a side note great blog that has an amazing plethora of interior design pictures)
Now, its only been 2 days but so far so good! It does in fact reduce the puffiness under the eyes. It contains the wonder peptite, SNAP,-8 considered to be the safe gentler alternative to Botox and red and green seaweed amongst other key ingredients. So far I am indeed a believer! Thanks Stacy!
A BEAUTIFUL PARTY. "Met" a new blogger, Ashely who had emailed me about my blog, who has a gorgeous blog, Sparkle Sense where she shared this gorgeous bridal luncheon which was thrown in her honor (lucky lady) that had to be shared. I love all the details, so romantic and beautiful...looks magazine spread worthy, don't you think? To visit the wonderful blog of Sparkle Sense, click here to see more! Stop over and leave her a comment to welcome her to blogland.....it will make her day!
And check her amazingly beautiful wedding photos.....hellooooooo Bride magazine are you paying attention!! Ashley....I love your style!
LOVE the dress:)
Stunning colors...stunning bride!
What a shot!
You made such an exquisite bride (and your groom isn't too bad either:)
SHOP NEWS. One exciting thing I just got in was the stunning line of preserved boxwood I had found not long ago. I am always on the prowl for great new finds and one of the things I was looking for was a high quality preserved boxwood line. Well I found it! I have since placed an order and got in some of the wonderful pieces. They will be added to my online shop this week but if you are interested in placing an order, several pieces are in stock, so feel free to contact me. Take a look.....
These are the half balls, also great for smaller planters
A classic ball and cone topiary, so elegant!
The pretty 10" half ball is perfect for planters...
The 10" boxwood balls in my stone anduze planters...for outside
The 10" ball shown with the 6" ball
The bags...without a doubt one of the hottest items I have sold since I have been "in biz"! They went like hotcakes......so I got my third order in and ordered extra of the more popular colors. I had many email me about extra bags and I promised that as soon as all orders shipped I would see what was left so for anyone who is interested, here is what I have. Still being offered at the promotional price of $375 for the large and $355 for the med. As of next week, they will be a permanent fixture on my online shop! Email me with any inquires.
1 military left in large
So that's what is left for now. I am taking orders for the nutmeg and a few other colors coming in soon. Check them out.....
There are also in addition the above a few new colors coming out, eggplant, a deep green, a dark chocolate and a few of the staples that I have already sold. So stay tuned, and of course email me with any inquires at theenchantedhome@gmail.com
Finally this is one of my all time favorite songs of all time, and this particular performance is sooo amazing, guaranteed to give you chills, tears and maybe both:) That Charice is one amazing powerhouse! I want to see her in concert......
And one final thought to anyone with a daughter, you might find this funny...
hahahahaha, thought you would get a chuckle out of this one!
So that about wraps up what is new and exciting over here. Thanks so much for stopping in and wishing you a fabulous Saturday and a wonderful weekend.
Good morning, TINA!!!!!!!
ReplyDeleteWHEW....school is great, but wildly busy, and I am finally here, having to juggle a new teaching position with the rest of life!
It is so good to sit here and visit you. I just know your inspiration to put up your wall paper and get your details finalized will result in the most beautiful rooms in your manor.
We are chugging along, working and excited about our goals, to write and keep writing until one of us gets published one day!
Loving all your wares as usual, wishing I could buy something!!!!! Many hugs and wishes for a relaxing weekend; you deserve it! Anita
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I love reading your blog! It always makes me smile and your incredibly gorgeous home helps motivate me to try and accomplish a few projects in mine. Glad you are able to have a relaxing weekend with some much deserved down time. Have a wonderful weekend!
ReplyDeleteGM Tina, what a beautiful post for me to wake up to. Your random musings are always my favorite because its like the best of everything. I love seeing your incredible home, the orchids, the dining room inspiration is all so amazing.That is going to be on incredible room when its done (it already is).
ReplyDeleteI love the totes and cannot wait to get mine:-) And I think the boxwoods are perfect for all the pretty planters you carry. Charise is powerhouse and she is so little, her voice is so angelic. That is one of my favorite songs too, beautiful rendition. Thanks for sharing so much, always fun to stop in and learn!
PS That wedding and bridal shower are AMAZING.
Your orchids, dining room, and the new goodies are too pretty for words. Love it all. I must have one of those bags:-) It is a perfect tote. I am taking down your book recommendations too,I need a few new books for a trip I am taking next week, so thank you, its perfect timing.
ReplyDeleteThe tole is outstanding and your lamps are just perfect. Cannot wait to see them in the room, you have superb taste in all you do.
I love your blog Tina.
Linda E.
Good Morning Tina,
ReplyDeleteYou never cease to amaze me! I hope one day we will have the privilege of seeing you; putting a face to such an amazing woman.
As always love all of your choices, the hand painted wall-covering, the orchids and toile, what I wouldn't do for a beautiful fall bag in cognac! If I were not still paying medical bills I would order something once a month from you!
Have a marvelous weekend. It is cool and crisp this morning, will probably warm up later!
xoxo
Karena
2013 Artists Series
Love your blog and the random musings! I share your great fashion sense with my daughters! I printed out the last picture entry and taped it to their bathroom mirror! They will get a chuckle. My daughters loved the boot fashion pictures!
ReplyDeleteHave a wonderful weekend....we are having beautiful weather here in Alberta.
The boxwood are so pretty Tina and I always love the orchids. I do the same thing.. buy several from Whole Foods and put them in my blue and white containers. Your wall paper will look gorgeous although I don't find your current walls boring:):) Your bags are gorgeous and when I'm in the market for a new one I will buy from you:) Have a nice weekend!
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ReplyDeleteI love your new lamps! Beautiful! I was thinking of you this morning, there was a huge display of blue/white everything at an antique store I was visiting.
I cannot wait to see where you put them, or did you already say?
The bags are fabulous! I love the pumpkin colored one. I might have to get that although I am trying so hard not to be a bag hoarder!
I hope that you enjoy your leisurely weekend!
Take care, Elizabeth
Visiting your blog makes me so happy. From start to finish, its the best thing that I have seen all day. Your home makes me drool, that dining room is going to be so amazing when its done, love the direction you are going in.
ReplyDeleteAnd Tina, your new lamps are amazing, love them! That entire line is so beautiful.
The new totes are really beautiful, looks like such a soft leather. I think I need an early birthday gift. Love that video!
I am so involve with those painted lanterns.. what a home run!!
ReplyDeleteTHat last Image is one I am definitely showing my 18 and 19 year olds!!!
Best,
Karolyn
Hi Tina...Your musings are always so much fun! I think the pale blue chinoiserie will be stunning in your dining room. I LOVE,LOVE,LOVE all the tole...I seriously need a lantern for my bedroom. Can you e-mail me some price info? And thanks for the book recommendations...I needed something so these will come in handy. Enjoy the rest of your weekend! xoxo
ReplyDeleteHi Tina I feel like I have ADD after reading this beautiful post. I cannot wait to see your dining room finished, it is already so beautiful but that paper is just going to "make" it.
ReplyDeleteAM IN LOVE with your new lamps. They are so beautiful. That line is amazing, good find. Thanks for the book recommendations, am an avid reader and will be adding them to my reading list.
Love all the new items especially the boxwood. I have a pair of boxwood spheres by my front door that I love as much today as when I bought them a year ago.
Dear Tina,
ReplyDeleteFrom reading your glorious style blog, one can easily see how your eye is getting better and better, as you evolve in your taste level and love of beauty!
Dean, Dean Farris Style
Good morning Tina!
ReplyDeleteKindness is always a signature mark with your comments when you visit me my dear, and I thank you for coming today to visit! I am a work in progress; you know, years ago when I was studying at the university, I told a friend, "I want to SAY SOMETHING - I DON'T KNOW WHAT...." Well, I think now at the age of ** (teehee), I finally know. I have a background in theatre, dance, music and art, and just last night we went to a SPOKEN WORD performance that my husband's college students performed. I knew that this is my next step. First of all, I want to assign my seniors at the high school a project to create a French poem and then they have to perform it. They will love this, but I too want to do the same. Life is good; I think we were meant to dig and dig deep to find who we were meant to be. Enjoy your journey as you continue to spread inspiration in the world, Tina! Anita
So much lovliness in one blog post! The wallpaper is going to look exquisite. I love those bags, simple and stylish, sadly would cost waaaay too much to ship them here - I will just have to find something similar on this side of the Atlantic. Have a great week. xx Sharon
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ReplyDeleteLovely post as always...I received my Large Tote in Putty and am in love! Thank you so much! I just know that this bag will see many days and travels with me all the year through :)
And thank you for sharing The Prayer video-just beautiful!
Amy
Fabulous!! I have 4 of the yellow and green lanterns in my kitchen! I went to Sister Parish's auction at Sotheby's; and I was dying for that lantern which was in her foyer!
ReplyDeleteCopied perfectly! (mine don't have the pattern in the background! Mine are green with yellow bamboo trim!!!
What a great post!
Dying over your dining room and orchids! SO beautiful, Tina. I love your style, its so classic!
ReplyDeleteThe totes are beautiful, I have one in red that is my everyday bag, I know now who to come to for my next color. The video is beautiful, she is so tiny but her voice is incredible. Love that song too.
Always love my visits to your incredible blog. And now happily following you on Pinterest!
The tote bags are so beautiful, Tina. I didn't know you were carrying these. What a great post full of so many interesting goodies. The dining room is going to be so gorgeous when its done, love what have decided so far. A real showplace you have created! Thanks for sharing.
ReplyDeletePS The video gave me goosebumps!
Your dining room is not boring at all, but I know what you mean. It's what you envision and what you know will complete the look you are after. For me, Orchids Rule, that's it!!
ReplyDeleteI'm overwhelmed - where do I begin? Oh those lanterns, how lucky you are in the US to be able to get so many gorgeous things. WE have nothing like that here! Your dining room will look amazing with whatever chinoiserie paper you pick, can't wait to see it. When we move I'm going to have to stock up on stuff from your shop, those new lamps are heaven.
ReplyDeleteHaha that last picture is so funny! But it's pretty sad too. I love tole and your wallpaper is heaven! Have a great week and don't run too much!
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Sharon
I cannot wait to see your new wallpaper!! One great thing about living in Miami is the $10 orchids you can buy here on the street corners. Also cannot wait to see your new line of lighting, so gorgeous!!
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The Glam Pad
Very good post. Nice to read.
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Cant wait to see the Wallcovering you choose for your dining room. But mostly, thank you for that last photo. I shared it with my daughter who is a college junior. She's complaining about a paper due this week. ��
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