Good morning everyone! I am over the moon to present this guest post with one of my absolute favorite blogs and two of my favorite bloggers, Mona and "Sister" (her real name is Talena but shes affectionately referred to as Sister) from Providence. Where to begin? Well for starters,they are business partners and sisters in their design firm and plain and simple have superb taste with a capital S. This talented pair of established and sought after designers, Mona and Sister love traditional design with a European influence. They have published work of a high caliber and when you see their work you will totally understand. They reside and practice in central Arkansas but in addition to their interior design business they also offer online design services as well, if you are interested in taking a look at their portfolio, click here. It's a royal treat!
I know when I visit their blog I should sit down prepared to take in whatever beauty they have in store that day, but rest assured its always something fabulous! They often generously share their projects on their blog and its always one worth checking out, I just love their asthetic. I was so happy they prepared a guest post to help me out as we continue to settle into the new house but when I laid eyes on what they prepared, I was truly floored, touched and so bowled over! Mona and Sister, thank you so much for this fabulous, major eye candy of a post! For those of you not familiar with the beautiful blog, Providence...you absolutely must stop over, you will thank me! Click here to visit them.
And you just know there is no way in the world that I am letting them get started without "showing off" a little on their behalf. Hey, if you've got it, flaunt it. And these delightful ladies "have it going on" big time. So here is a look at the marvelous Mona and Sister in action!
Mona in action......
And there the two are.....I just had to include this picture, I love it!
We have never met Tina...yet feel like we know her.
She puts so much of herself into her blog. We would all probably be shocked to realize the number of hours she has spent preparing posts and visiting friends...and at the same time she has also been able to create and build one of the most magnificent homes many of us have ever seen...that tells us a lot about her.
She's determined, yet warm and caring. She is meticulous when it comes to detail.. .. a traditionalist at heart but loves glamour. She is well traveled....prefers a classic elegant style. She's very feminine, loyal to her friends and has a good sense of humor. ...
We imagine her as a girlie girl with a lot of spunk and a definite personal style...
She's meticulously planned every single corner of her new home...it's very formal, but still warm. She's created not just a home but a lifestyle for her family and friends to enjoy
We can only imagine, BUT, when we do ... we see her home filled with...
Beautiful fresh flowers everywhere...
Fabulous Mirrors...
The very best in furnishings...Fabulous antiques and crusty old chairs....
Bookshelves filled with interesting antique leather books...Well worn textiles and tapestries...
Old Brass and gorgeous gold gilt...Vintage silver and beautiful china...
Everything personalized and a family crest...
We hope she adds a little whimsy and unexpected... like this fabulous oversized frame...
or beautiful mirror hung on the bookshelves...
Tina must have a wonderful space for her long hours at the computer where she dazzles us all with the details, and shares her heart and resources with many.
So here's to you Tina...May you, your family, and friends enjoy lots of love and laughter,
delicious meals and deep conversation,
joy and tears that go with both the good times and bad....all those things that give meaning to our lives, in your wonderful new home.
XO, The Sisters!
Images via Wilson Kelsey Design,Google,Betty Lou Phillips, Pinterest,Trouvais,Belgian Pearls,Eclectic revisted,Style Me Pretty,At Home In Arkansas,Linen and Lavender,Simply everyday Glamour,Bear Hill Design. 1st Dibs,TTI Blog
I want to see their photos, but I just got "?" in their place. Is it just my computer? I will try again later because it is a wonderful tribute in words, now I want to see their photos!
ReplyDeleteI, too, will check back later for the photos. I love the kitchen. The island counter top is my fav right now...dark stained wood!! The orange-plaid upholstery on the dining chairs gives a country vibe. Lovin' it!!!
ReplyDeleteWhat a breathtaking post is right! I must go over and see more of their work, their style is fabulous. And such pretty ladies too! I love that picture of them. Tina, I can see why you chose them, they are so talented and what a lovely post they dedicated to you and YOUR wonderful taste. I think they seem to have sized you up well from what I can see that you like.
ReplyDeleteReally enjoyed this post, possibly one of my all time favorite guest posts of yours!
Hope the unpacking is going smoothly and you are pacing yourself, so looking forward to seeeing pictures of the house. Take it easy.
Mona and Sister know you so well and their post is a lovely tribute to your taste! Thank you so much for entering our giveaway on My French Country Home and your sweet comment. Happy weekend, Tina!
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Wow!! this is an amazing post chock full of eye candy! Love every single image. Their taste as yours is so elegant and sophisticated. Exactly how I love to decorate my home, with flowers, antiques, euro-style. What a lovely post to you. Love Providence!
ReplyDeleteWell, what can I say!! An amazing post!!! Thank you Mona & Sister for the inspiration.
ReplyDeleteAnd you too Tina, your blog is wonderful I only discovered it a couple of days ago, and it is inspiring me so much.
I admire your spirit, it is so present here on your blog!!!!
Best wishes for a great weekend
Chris Xx
What a thoughtful and beautiful post! Always inspired by Providence, and today is no exception. So many gorgeous images... I need to scroll through again and take them all in again. Happy weekend, Tina, Mona and Talena :)
ReplyDeleteWhat a beautiful post, Tina - thank you so much for an introduction to some new friends! I am going to scoot on over to their blog and introduce myself (via The Enchanted Home, of course!)
ReplyDeleteHope the move is going fan-tab-u-lous and you are taking care of yourself in the process - can't wait to see some photos!!!
Have a great weekend.
That was one of the most beautiful and endearing posts I've ever read. You are all 3 class acts and I'm so happy to "know" you. If only one day we could meet in person!!!
ReplyDeleteHave a wonderful weekend, Tina, Mona and Sister (my mother went by that all her years growing up).
xoxo Elizabeth
Tina, Thank you sooo much for your kind words and accolades. We have a real passion for what we do and just loved imagining the beauty of your new home. The fun is only beginning for all of us. You've done an amazing job with the bones of your house. The furnishings will be the icing on the cake. Can't wait to continue this journey with you. Hang in there, and hopefully get a little rest this weekend. XO, Mona
ReplyDeleteFirst of all EVERY image in this post is gorgeous. I really want to stay here for hours!! It's just another manic Friday morning and I've got to get running, but I can't wait to come back and relish in these photos! I'm truly impressed with the fact that during your move you have all these guest bloggers lined up. You're amazing!
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xo
Sharon
Tina, what a wonderful post - not only do they have your number on your taste and dreams, they have it on all of us who follow you!!! - that is why we love your blog!! Great job! Hope all is going well with you and the unpacking!!
ReplyDeleteMona and Talena are the BEST! What a wonderful community of friends you have here. Always enjoy reading your post.
ReplyDeleteTina, this is such a beautiful compliment to you. So many of us following your blog know this to all be true! The two sweet sisters have such beautiful talents and I for one enjoy touring their bog for beautiful inspiration.
ReplyDeleteHope the move is going well. Great guest post………
~Emily
The French Hutch
Hi,
ReplyDeleteI am a follower of Mona and Sister. They have wonderful taste. Even though I have never met you, I think they pinpointed your style perfectly in their blog post. I could see all of these things fitting beautifully into your new home.
I am a huge fan of Mona and Sister and you as well...this was such a treat for me to see both sides of this blog post! I'm so glad I took the time to sit down this morning and this was the first thing that I saw! Well done!!
ReplyDeleteCan't wait to see everything when it is finished!
Carolyn
What a stunning and beautiful post from Mona and Sister. Hope your unpacking is going well! xo
ReplyDeleteExcellent blog, and excellent post and the pictures are superb. Thank you, From Bs. As., Arg., Julia C.
ReplyDeleteThis is so superb and so beautiful. I am defintiely going to have to come back and drool some more. Tina, I don't know you but this post is how I think of your style, so old world, elegant and beautiful. They seem to know you well!
ReplyDeleteDefinitely one of my favorites, Tina really hope the move in is going well and smoothly and that you are feeling much better and got your stamina back. I can't imagine that you are feeling totally recharged being in that incredible house. Cannot wait to get an upate in my mailbox! Thank you to all three of you for such a beautiful post.
Oh my!! Every picture is inspiring and totally luscious!! I could get lost in each one. Thank you soooo much for this post. Now if I could get the ever so talented ladies to help out a lost woman in Houston, I'd be happy!! Beth
ReplyDeleteJust love Mona and sister. What an exquisite collection of images!! Wishing you all a wonderful weekend. Oh - and almost forgot to add - loved seeing Mona and Sister in Pandora's luxurious linens!! The best!
ReplyDeleteI am stunned by the beautiful images and charming captions posted by Mona and Sister. I am saving every one of them. I hope the moving-in process is going well for you, Tina.
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Hi Tina, quite behind in my blog reading, work has been keeping me very busy but so happy to hear you have moved! That is incredibly exciting. I will go back and see what I have missed. What an amazing guest post. These ladies have increidble style, I so agree. I willl have to pay them a visit. Wishing you the best as you settle into your spectacular home.
ReplyDeleteWow Tina you are right,those adorable sisters nailed it!
ReplyDeleteWhat a breathtakingly beautiful montage of images. I can see all of it in your new dream home.
Instead of spending a lifetime searching for treasures maybe you should hire these treasure sleuths to help you!!!!
They were the best treasures in this post!!!
How's it going by the way?
XO
This is incredible. And every single thing is worthy of being in your home. I think they did a beautiful job and how lovely that they dedicated this post to you and your beautiful new home. Just incredible. I am so thrilled to meet another talented blogger I might not have met otherwise. Thank you for letting us know about these wonderful ladies. Hope the move is going well, and wishing you the best, hope you are taking plenty of breaks, VERY important. I know very well how draining (but exciting) that process is. Enjoy it. Off to visit them.
ReplyDeleteWhat an amazing post! I love how you described Tina and her style and think you did one heck of a job. This post is one of those "weak at the knees" kind of posts that just takes your breath away. You two are GOOD! Thanks to all three of you for this treat to start my day and wishing everyone a wonderful weekend. We are off to take advantage of the snowfall in Canada for a weekend of skiing!
ReplyDeleteSisters did an an amazing post and said exactly what I've thought about Tina...she has beautiful style and she does seem to put so much of herself into her blog, that you do feel like you know her. And as you say, when she is visiting friends...and by that I'm assuming you mean "blog Friends?" --she leaves the most beautiful and thoughtful comments. Her home is magnificent and every corner will be filled with thought...I love how you personalized this post for Tina...right down to the flowers, the family crest and monograms that you know she'll have. I have to go back and look through again...so much to see in this gorgeous post.
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annie
You girls described her perfectly....Very sweet!
ReplyDeleteWhat a thoughtful and beautiful guest post! The sisters have outdone themselves, once again!
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I'm kind of speechless too...one of the best guest posts EVER! Thank you for posting it Tina, and or the intro! Have a great weekend,
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Love the guest post...so great! Loved all their photos and inspirations!!
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Tina,
ReplyDeleteWhat a lovely post, wishing you the best in your new home. I'm eager to check out Providence.
Karen
I'm speechless too! Thank you for introducing us - can't wait to check out their blog. I have a similar French mirror and love the colors and textures! Beautiful Tina ~
ReplyDeleteThis is what I call crazy pretty.OMG love every single picture, forwarding this to my mom who I know will love it. Great job to the three of you!
ReplyDeleteAre they not the cutest? Love the picture of both of them!
ReplyDeleteAs always, These sisters create masterpieces each time they post! I feel like I know the both of them.
Such gorgeous images here!
Tinas-
Hope that you are doing well. Let me know how things are going.
Teresa
xoxo
Oh I think they nailed it Tina~now if they could come by and do a post for me I would die and go to heaven!!! I love their style~not one image I didn't drink up with my eyes or want to pin!! The mirror on the bookcase~the huge frame~the lovely monogrammed linens~the crackly purple velvet chair....loved it all!
ReplyDeleteWOW I never am at a loss for words but this post has made me speechless. Thank you so much Tina for a fab guest post. Hope all is going well with settling in your home. Thank you again for all that you share with us and bring into our lives.
ReplyDeleteLove the sisters' work, Tina! Have a great weekend. xx
ReplyDeleteWhat a beautiful post, and how lovely to see two absolutely gorgeous sisters with impeccable taste do such a touching personal, expression of you Tina..
ReplyDeleteI'll keep this post alway and refer to it many, many times! Absolutely SUPERB!!!
ReplyDeleteI can feel their love for each other and for what they do in how they presented this incredible post...and how very sweet that they dedicated it to you Tina and your exquisite new home.
ReplyDeleteI love all of their ideas and can see each and every one of them in your home, as you also have incredible taste, one of the many reasons I love your blog.
Thank you to the Providence and you Tina, hope you are faring OK with the tremendous job of unpacking. We moved almost a year ago and I feel like I am just now recovering, haha.
Have a good weekend!
Wow! This is an amazing post. The images Mona & Sister have shared with us are gorgeous. The pink hydrangea sent me over the moon! The dedication of the post is simply perfect, what a lovely touch. Thank you for introducing us to these two, what great talent they have!
ReplyDeleteSending you a smile for the weekend, hoping that you are feeling better.
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A beautiful post for a gracious and beautiful person. Happy weekend, Tina!
ReplyDeleteAmazing!I just love all these images. Mona and Sister have such a wonderful blog, so nice to see them featured here. Hope your move is going well, Tina! I'm sure you are just loving being in the home of your dreams.
ReplyDeleteTina, These ladies are such a talented pair and I am a big fan of their blog. I hope your move is going well. Enjoy your beautiful new home.
ReplyDeleteHugs, Sherry
Tina, you could not have featured two more special women. I keep up with Mona at Providence. I am always enthralled with her posts and images!
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Karena
Art by Karena
A beautiful and LOVE FILLED post my dear! And I am again, so happy for YOU! Anita
ReplyDeleteYes, they are really 2-in-a-million women. They put their hearts into this post for you, Tina. The admiration and affection shows clearly. Wonderful to read this. Really wonderful !!
ReplyDeleteWhat a stunning post by two of my most favorite bloggers - Mona and Sister. What a wonderful tribute and visual feast for us all!! Happy weekend and hope you're making great progress ~
ReplyDeleteMona and sister have such fabulous taste and they clearly gave this wonderful post so much thought even though they have never met you in person. This is the type of thing that makes the blogging world such a special place. Three cheers for them and for you, Tina! x Sharon
ReplyDeleteI just love those gals from Providence! You bring out the best in everyone, Tina, since you have high standards for yourself and it inspires others. Hope you are having a productive weekend and are not pushing yourself too hard. Mona and Talena....CHEERS TO YOU!!!
ReplyDeleteWhat a well-deserved tribute, dear Tina! Thank you for introducing us to these talented and kind ladies. Can't wait to see more beautiful updates from chez toi!
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- Irina
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ReplyDeleteThat was a very sweet post! See... everyone loves you and your special style! They have wonderful eye and what better than to work with your sister! That's a true gift!
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ReplyDeleteyour exquisite taste has no boundaries, you chose well. i so love the "sisters" and consider mona a dear blog girlfriend. their exquisite taste, inner beauty and giving nature is a highlight of blogland.
yes i can imagine your home as they envision and cannot wait for the reveal!
debra
That was indeed a beautiful post by those girls.....they opened their hearts to show you how special you are to many bloggers.
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