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Happy Tuesday to you! Don’t forget to read about my exciting giveaway at the bottom of this post! Some ask where I get my inspiration…I guess its born out of my innate desire to discover and learn more about beautiful things. I have to?say in building a new house, though the process can be overwhelming, its obviously incredibly exciting at the same time to be able to create something from the ground up. I have through blogging and spending A LOT of time on my computer (normally late nights up when I can’s sleep or in the wee hours of the?morning, am an early waker) learned so much. I am convinced that the best design school could not have instilled in me this vault of knowledge, that I have gained. I can choose paint colors with a newly found fierce confidence, spot the difference between a Louis VXI and a Louis XV settee, expertly pick a Persian rug from a Turkish one, know most wallpaper manufacturers on a first name basis, and in the process feel like I have been able to define the style that I see for my house in a much clearer sense.



Where would I be without the Internet and my fellow bloggers who inspire me on a daily if not at times hourly basis? I don’t even want to imagine!! The Internet is such an incredible truly life transforming vehicle by which we can learn about ANYTHING. For the purpose of design and decor, it has been priceless for me. So as you can imagine and as many of you have noted, I have a tremendous photo library which I keep online. I get such a thrill looking and relooking at these pictures to help shape my ideas and decisions as they are being made. So today I pay tribute to some of the beautiful images and inspirations that have captivated me and help me make decisions going forward. Because I have so many, way too many for one post, I am doing this in series of sorts, so here is part I. I know we all have our own distinct style but below is what “makes me tick” ……my personal divine inspiration!



Love this bath, the colors the “extras” that make it exquisite, Veranda
Fabulous rich gold antiqued chinoiserie, so timeless
Love the limed oak/light wood paneling in this room, Arch Digest
Four of my favorite Farrow and Ball colors…love this color scheme

Love the wood tones, the gorgeous floors, the stone fireplace..Rustic elegant French
The antique chest and chairs are exquisite,House Beautiful
LOVE this hallway!! Susan Ferrier
House Beautiful, love the antiqued mirror panels with the rosettes…
French at its finest! (dont’ remember source)
Tracery I believe..(have had this awhile)
Love an elegant Empire antique French chandelier, 1st Dibs
Gorgeous kitchen with rich blue and white accents

Love the look of antique hardware, Hardware Hut

So elegant, photo by Andreas Trauttmansdorf
So rich and elegant, Susan Ferrier
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Love the colors..think this Charles Faudree
Susan Ferrier, the blue and white does it every time!
Love the metal grills, Susan Ferrier
Always loved the feeling and grandeur of this kitchen, photo by Jonathan Wallen
Just a beautiful simple outside setting under a canopy of?
Love the feel of this room and that gorgeous shade of blue!

Safavieh French chair, love this whole look
House Beautiful…..gorgeous warm colors
Think this was from 1st Dibs…love the old rustic look
One of my all time faves, Country French
My kitchen floor from Paris Ceramics
House Beautiful…great space
Susan Ferrier, elegant hallway, so timeless
Susan Ferrier..love that black island and big range hood
Gorgeous wrought iron stair hall, Susan Ferrier
Love the washed, grayed hues of this elegant room, Phoebe Howard
Fabulous place to dine….dreamy! Susan Ferrier
Love this lantern
Love this dining room by Cathy Kincaid, like all the blue and white touches
A skirted French chair is so irresistible!
Love this space..dont’ remember where I got it
Arnold Palmer….a love!
Aren’t the colors like so melodious? Susan Ferrier
Something about this space, simple but so grand and old world
A fabulous French burled walnut regency chest, Marjolet
Love the scale of this fabulous room….
How gorgeous all the rich warm earthy tones are here….
You know this was coming……another inspiration board! I couldn’t resist so hope you enjoyed….what do you think? Any opinions or ideas you care to share? How has the Internet influenced your decision making and has it broadened your understanding and interpretation of design as much as it has for me? I am still amazed by all it can do! Wishing you a wonderful day!









Now onto the exciting giveaway details-







?I am thrilled to ?announce an awesome giveaway……



This fabulous Kilim bench from?Safavieh Home and me





?Love this and could see this in so many places in so many styles of homes….retails for $695.00.?To be eligible, you must do the following:



1.Visit?www.safaviehhome.com?and take a look at their incredible things then visit Safavieh on their facebook page, and leave a comment telling them your favorite item (mention you are from Enchanted home) Click?here?to go to their Facebook page. That’s it!?Your name will automatically be in the drawing once it appears on their facebook page. (1 entry)

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2. Leave a comment here ?(1 entry)



This contest will run though next Thursday night, June 16th and we will announce a winner on?Friday morning, June 17th! Good luck and wishing you an enchanted day!

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For some reason blogger is again having problems
so had to sign in with my name!
This is G O R G E O U S!!!!! I cannot wait
to see your house come together, your
inspiraiton is incredible. Could not pick
a favorite but so agree about all that we
can find on the internet, do you have
pinterest? Its a great way to keep all
your inspriations in one place.
Cheers-

Tina,

I love seeing your inspiration photos. They are a feast for the eyes! Please share more. And the Safavieh bench would be wonderful in so many places. Great give away!

Have a great day!
Ginger

Dear Darling Tina,

My cup runneth over…and my thoughts are racing to see your own home be envisioned. Phoebe Howard’s gray hues are gorgeous! The talent and beauty created by Phoebe are just exquisite. I love your floors from Paris Ceramics, what beautiful texture of natural stone. What a dream, thank you for inviting us to see such inspiration with your post!

Many XO,
Renee and Angela

Hello Tina:
In a world where one is continually bombarded by images online, in books and in magazines, it can be a bewildering job to try and make sense of it all and bring together so many ideas into a meaningful whole.

What we believe you have most cleverly done here is to draw together elements fom many different sources by which, when viewed together as you present them here, do give a sense of the style which not only you favour but which will undoubtedly be transformed so elegantly into your new house.

The restrained colour palettes, often dramatised with shots of more vibrant tones, have a unifying feel. And, everywhere there is an eclectic mix combining new with vintage that makes for us a satisfying and comfortable home.

We cannot wait to see what other treats you have in store for us and, of course, to see your ideas become reality.

My husband and I sure do love your blog! To me, its better than a magazine subscription! It has been so fun to see the progress of your home building…cant wait to see how you decorate it! I am trying to win the bench….absolutely beautiful!!!

Oh, Tina, these are some of my all time favorites. I love everything that Bobby McAlpine and Susan Ferrier design. The cane on the back of the chair… stunning. Love it. The floor in your kitchen is gorgeous. Are you going to have that in this house?
Have a great day.
Teresa
xoxo

Tina, I love your inspirational images. I am like you too, I have file after files of what I love. I would say you have extremely timeless, elegant style, my dear. I can see why your new home is as grand and elegant as it is. You have a wonderful new home to look forward too!! It is truly fun tagging along for the fun ride. Thank you for including us. Kathysue

Tina,

I must say that your blog could really be a one-stop-shop! It is fun, interesting, educational and you find amazing images for us.

And then you sneak in a picture of your gorgeous kitchen floors – just like that!

I am back from my whirlwind trip to Sweden. Good to be back here!

Warm hugs,

Mon

The thin arm country chandelier in the last photo is amazing! Are you going to have something similar in your home? Your style and tastes are impeccable, well done.

It is so delightful to read about the genesis of some of your ideas, I love learning about where people find their inspiration, so you know I like this post already! That Andreas Trauttmansdorf continues to stay with me, I can see why you are drawn to it, and anything Susan Ferrier is probably going to make me smile. 🙂

Thank you for sharing some of this with us, I am excited to see more!
tp

I so agree with you! I had such an affinity towards interior design but the internet and getting info and inspiration from bloggers like you has drastically increased my knowledge and appreciation! Thanks for the daily inspiration! I am in awe of your detailed posts-I don’t think I have quite the organization skills to categorize things in such a way to display them the way you do!

P.S. What an awesome giveaway-love a great bench!

The internet has helped my find my inner decorator! And I have been searching for a great bench for the end of my bed, and since my birthday is Thursday, I think winning the bench would be a great present!!

So much pretty- I adore Chinoiserie wallpaper and if I had a dream home, it would definitely be in it- also adoring the FB colour scheme- which shades are they? And of course, the chandys are all perfection. Fabulous giveaway too!!!

Gorgeous inspiration images! You and The Suze have such a similar style. I get so much of my design taste from my mom so I’m in love with everything you have here as well! So incredibly excited to see your finished home. It’s going to be fabulous!

Hi Tina, I’m not a blogger-just an email follower of yours. But I have enjoyed watching the house progress (been in the construction business) & see what your choices have been- and I must say, exquisite decisioning making! You must feel quite blessed! Love that you post so many photos to view (and dream about), not just a quick picture and a sentence! Thank you for a chance at the giveaway-The kilim bench would fit in my home wonderfully- so here goes. And thanks for the inspiration.

Hi Tina. Your kilim giveaway is fab! there are so many wonderlful rooms above. I share many tastes with you. French chairs, the colour palette of the rooms. Hard to choose any favourites, actually impossible! Have learnt so much in the short time that I have been blogging about decor it is just amazing. Love all the amazing blogs such as yours. Thanks for stopping by my fledgeling blog. These pics will keep me up tonight but not complaining!!!

Veronica
http://www.tasselsandtwigs.blogspot.com

Not sure if we are supposed to leave a comment each day for the give away? I have gone to the web site, and to their FB page (and mentioned you). Every single picture you post with blue and white accents captures my heart! I ahve collected blue and white pieces for over 25 years now! LOVE it! XO, Pinky

Tina dearest, I was gone all day on DAY ONE of a THREE DAY teachers’ workshop, but I AM HERE! I SAW YOUR COMMENT on my lunch break from my iphone! THANK YOU DEAR ONE FOR YOUR ENCOURAGING WORDS ABOUT MY WRITING…it means a lot to me for I want to improve and be a real writer! NOW….for this FABULOUS POST AND GIVEAWAY…COUNT ME IN! I FOLLOW YOU and MY OH MY THE DÉCOR IS OUTSTANDING…FRENCH AT ITS BEST, FOR SURE!!! LOVE IT ALL, and merci bien again for your kind words. Anita

Hi Tina,
We must have exactly the same taste, because your inspiration photos are my inspiration photos. I just might have to “pin” a few that I don’t have already on my Pinterest boards!
Your Safavieh giveaway is about the best giveaway I’ve ever seen. I am very familiar with them and have a few large Safavieh rugs. Also, I’m soooo into kilims right now! So, would absolutely love, love, love that kilim bench. It just makes my heart go pitter patter! Anyway, left a comment on their FB page and visited their website, so I’ll just keep my fingers crossed until Friday! xo Delores

Hi Tina~ So many of these photos are me. I love country french, warm wood interiors, deep sitting curl up furniture, and gorgeous chandeliers.
Thanks for visiting today and for your comments on the garden!
xo~
Karen

Tina, I am not a blogger and only recently “discovered” blogs. Now I am hooked and spend way too many hours reading them! Yours is so gorgeous and we have the same taste, I enjoy it so much and cannot wait to see your new home completed. Are the rooms on your header in your home? Great giveaway! Deb [email protected]

As always, your choice of photos are divine. I am loving the room by Phoebe Howard of washed grays. The antique beams on the ceiling are to die for.
A fabulous giveaway. I have my fingers crossed, for I have just the perfect spot for that fabulous piece.
xo

Your posts are just beautiful. I know the new home will be a showplace of comfy cozy good taste. I love the bench give away…count me in with my fingers crossed.
[email protected]

Tina, with or without your lovely giveaway, I would visit. In fact, before I posted today, I was trying to visit. I have a lot of catching up to do. So I will be leaving extra comments over the next few days. Today’s post is definitely “divine” and “inspiring”. The iron stairway really makes my heart sing, as does the vanity with the wall size mirror! We both have the “Arnold Palmer” kitchen posted! I love white kitchens, but every once in awhile something else will catch my eye! Always, Always enjoy your posts! If I hadn’t known better, I might have thought I wrote your entry. I agree with you, “blogland” is one of the best design universities! xo

The French design is so lovely and warm. It really creates a lived in feeling that is comfortable. Your home is going to be so exquisite! You have a lovely photo album here on your blog! You need Pinterest…just saying. 🙂

Yes, blogging and the internet is not only fun, but informative. I also find it welcoming to view other peoples views on various design/lifestyle topics. The images you’ve posted are certain to fit well into your new dream home! Great taste, my friend!

~Fabulous rich gold antiqued chinoiserie, so timeless? Really what could be any better?
~Farrow and Ball, only paint I use.Hands down best white!
~Paris Ceramics is all through my country house.
~skirted French chair. check
~rich warm earthy tones. shop concept ha!
~washed, grayed hues. my all time fav.
OK……… are we related? seriously:)

I have not been reading blogs very long, but have learned more from blogs such as yours than from any other single type of resource. I’m grateful to have found your beautiful, elegant blog. It provides enormous, valuable, and endless inspiration. What will you do once your home is complete? Hope you will continue to inspire us all? Thank you!

Very cool … As I’m looking through these inspiration pictures I see bits and pieces of your house! Very gorgeous love how its coming together.

WARNING!!!! This blog is addicting!! One cannot look without becoming ‘enchanted’…with the photos, with your development of your new home, with your creativity and now with your giveaway!!! Thank you for taking me
into your world.

Your style is exactly the what I see in the name of your blog… enchanting! Gorgeous selection.
Thanks fo the very generous giveaway. This bench would be fabulous in my new breakfast room!
Yvonne

Such divine inspiration that I may have to borrow some ideas for a bathroom and kitchen makeover! You come up with the prettiest pictures – they really make my day!
xxoo

Tina,

I knew you’d love that house I posted today! I saw all the blue and thought about you! That vase in the living room is so you!

By the way. This post is stunning!!!! WHOA! 🙂

The giveaway? Geee… count me in!!!!

xo

Luciane at HomeBunch.com

I am so inspired by all of these gorgeous images Tina I had to come back and look again!!

xoxo
Karena
Art by Karena

Do enter my New Giveaway from the Artisans at Novica!

The internet does offer such a wonderful opportunity for learning! I know much more about the design world than I did before blogging. My favourite bit, however, is meeting other people who are so passionate about interiors and have wonderful personal style, like yourself – x

Tina, how fun to see what makes you “tick”!!! I think you have added so much to the blogosphere…so you and your images are part of what makes me tick!!!!

xoxo Elizabeth

So many beautiful rooms. I am in love with the bathroom with the square floor to ceiling mirror. Also loving the image from the 7th image from bottom up with the living room and fireplace.

Gorgeous, gorgeous pictures as usual! What a great giveaway, too!

Jessie
http://www.mixandchic.com

Oh-I just sighed my way through this whole post. I loved everything-everything. I used to have a blue and white kitchen and ended up giving most of it away to my daughter. There is just such a sense of generational beauty in the timless classic of blue and white. Lovely pictures…almost makes me want to build again….almost~ xo Diana

Tina,

Thank you for the nudge! I had already commented on this post before but I got so distracted by your beautiful home that I totally forgot to enter your WONDERFUL giveaway! A very versatile and pretty bench – I hope it wants to move in with us! (:

Just left a FB comment!

Warm hugs to you, Mon

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