Daily Pretty

I'm the first to jump on board when it comes to a cacophony of color, but when you have beautiful lines, great texture, and interesting materials...well, in this case, neutral rules.

{image via The Home Within Us}

Whoa.

Now that is some fine, fine tile.

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Just Beautiful.

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Crazy Wonderful House

Doesn't this place look like something straight out of a story book? Really, I think magical things happen here. See more of Dorothee Schumacher's wonderful home on the Selby, and do check out the precious farm animals. Like miniature ponies who sidle up to the fireplace whilst munching on carrots. See, I told you, magic.

On another note, keep your fingers crossed for me, friends. I'm off on a scouting adventure tomorrow in hopes of bringing back some amazing MINTY finds. I think ya'll will flip for these. Do check back next week and in the meantime, wish me success.

Happy Weekend!

p.s.- speaking of MINTY, I gave into the midas touch once again. Take a peek at the latest addition to Ye Olde Brass Shoppe. What can I say, I'm weak.

Stuff.

Specifically, gold stuff. I definitely have a weakness when it comes to the Midas touch. I often joke with Susie that instead of MINTY, we should have named the business, Ye Olde Brass Shoppe. Yes, friends, my name is Nelya and I have a serious gold fetish. Take, for example, that wondrous lotus chandelier below. And look at those floors and that door!

Or this beautiful burnished mirror.

Moreover, just check out our newest MINTY arrivals. A pair of beautifully shiny, with a perfect vintage patina, perforated brass stools. Yes, a pair, twinsies! Lordy, these babies badly want to come home with me (that's what they whispered in my ear, pinkie swear). [update: the brass stools have sold to a wonderful reader, sniff sniff...be sure to check back next week as we are anticipating some amazing new arrivals in the shop] [Thank you, wonderful reader!]

Finally, not golden, but lovely nonetheless, this bedroom and spectacular entry from the portfolio of Madeline Stuart.

{beautiful interiors via Madeline Stuart, gorgeous stools via MINTY, email us for more information}

Verdant.

I was scrolling through my most recently saved inspiration images and I noticed a common thread...the color green.

Like this gorgeous malachite mirror. And can we just talk about this fabulous bathroom for a second. From this angle it looks just like my powder room configuration. Except, of course, my powder is nowhere near as fabulous. I haven't stopped thinking about this image since I spotted it the other day. If I could recreate this bold and beautiful space, I totally would! Could you go for something this wonderfully brazen in your home?

I'm also feelin' some intense love for that awesome piece of art. It's like Lilly Pulitzer gone abstract.

Um, hello lush and tropical. Nice to meet you.

Okay, if this isn't the most beautiful fabric you've ever seen, then you're lying. It's Judy Aldridge's new dining room and yes, I am green with envy.

And just when you thought it couldn't possibly get any better, shut your mouth, it does. Oh lord, just look at that sofa and faux malachite table.

Kermit said it ain't easy being green, but I say, what do frogs know.

Happy Monday, friends!

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Teaser.

Yesterday spring was in the air. It was positively balmy...think sunshine, blue skies, and temperatures in the 70s. Today, it's gloomy and chilly. Mother Nature, you're such a tease!

So in an effort to convince myself that spring is, in fact, on the way, I think I'll get lost in this beautiful image. A warm & green sunny corner, yes please.

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A Little Green...

Can make a lot of difference! For more inspiration on how to exercise your green thumb, check out the wonderful, And George.

Dang.

This painting.

These windows.

That door.

Nice, huh?

2 Things

This nook.

That tile.

Good stuff.

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Chris Barrett Design

Like an icy cool drink on a hot summer's day, these spaces are completely refreshing...a palette cleanser. Whether you prefer simple and neutral or bold and colorful, Chris Barrett Design offers up beautiful rooms with incredible attention to detail that are all about creating an aah moment.

{images via Chris Barrett Design}

Daily Pretty

The most charming entry ever? Definitely a contender!

{image via House Beautiful}