Good morning! I like to start my Thursdays with house updates since lots of progress is well underway now and things are changing week to week .So here is a slide show of pictures taken this past week then followed by some things I have discovered that I am loving and enjoying this week. As always I also love to hear and know about what you are loving too so please feel free to share!?Hope you have a lovely day.
HOUSE UPDATES. Yes things are moving along swiftly now. I still get cranky and things still go wrong and not always on schedule but believe me, I am thrilled to see how progress is finally being made.The modlings for the master baths came in too dark so this was a big deal and now we are waiting on another batch, it was a headache but I am trying not to ‘sweat the small things” because you truly have to pick your battles in this business! Bathrooms are nearly done except powder rooms. Bathtubs and toilets are in warehouse but those items?normally?don’t get put in until last minute as are plumbing fixtures. Powder rooms are only rooms left to tile. (still deciding) Wood floors done upstairs. Doors being installed as we speak. Ditto crown moldings. Finally kitchen finishes were decided, being done and should be completed within 3 weeks max. Aiming for end of May installation, though “aiming” is operative word here! Stone for foyer and downstairs hallways installation starts next week. Stairways are done! Exterior limestone will be completed by first week of June. So, lots of things happening and over the next month major progress will be had. Of course a lot will still be going on over several months. Lots of woodworking, and this takes A VERY long time…its a painfully slow process but should not hinder our move. Will it mean having lots of people milling about once we move? Yes, it will….but a small price to pay to be able to finally say “I am home…….at long last”!!!!!!!
Yippee, our doors arrived! Here is the very first one that got installed!!
Love the 3 panel..so French!
Sons finished shower wall
Love that little window
Husbands shower in progress
Calacutta gold is beautiful
Close up of materials being used in hubbies bath
My bathroom shower, also in Calacutta gold in process….
My bathroom windows….
Guest room bath, its Thassos (pure white and Ming green)
Close up
Timbers during the first stage of ?’antiquing process”
Close up
Stairs just about done!
Crown in hallways just about completed
Tower entry which will eventually be done in stone cladding
Looking from front door as you look back into back door
Crown molding
Next round of beams getting worked on
Family room aka the “workshop”
Breakfast room getting wood paneling….about half way done
Casing is just about done around the windows
They are making progress!
Tree removal!
The rest of these are just some pretty pictures of the property now that everything is starting to bloom…..its so nice to see everything so green and lush!
Favorite tree coming into full bloom!
Everything is starting to look so green…..
Yes, none other than the little fellow who created such havoc on Sunday!!
I will redo this beautiful pond one day but keep the setting natural as it is now…..
love this little old birdbath part of the original property and home
The powder room next to the laundry room, this is the one that gets the pale yellow, white and pale gray toile wallpaper..think it will look really pretty and old fashioned
FUN SUMMER JEWELRY. For the summer more than any other season I love buying some fun colorful pieces of costume jewelry, which I mix with my gold jewelry to wear with?casual fun colored sundresses or crisp white outfits. I am a particular fan of white and with a tan…you can’t do much better. I found some really great pieces that with just a simple earring, a small clutch, and a chic summer outfit…you are good to go! In my next life, I may be a summer jewelry buyer, lol..does such a career exist? That would be so much fun….I love buying fun little pieces and adding them to simple crisp summer outfits! Kendra Scott makes some really neat pieces as does Kenneth Jay Lane, Kate Spade and Trina Turk. I am obsessed with that Kendra Scott earring below and ordered it in 2 colors and now considered a third….scary I know. If you go to Kendra Scotts website, click?here?and enter your email address they will send you a 20% discount code! Here they are…..
Great turquoise cuff by Kenneth Jay Lane
Same cuff by Kenneth Jay Lane in gold…fabulous!
Love these turquoise earrings from Kenneth Jay Lane
“Cara” stretch glass green bracelet cuff, from Nordstrom (can you believe only $49)
Fun enameled bracelets by Trina Turk
Gorgeous Ben-Amun turquoise and blue enameled cuff….stunning for a special occasion!
Kendra Scott yellow chalcedony earrings and check them out in orange!
And in white…they are smashing!
And how great are they in green! (I am obsessed with this earring but they are just great looking and look even better on!)
And in this pale celadon green..OK, OK I know…I am getting carried away!
Love this little turquoise ring by Kendra
And this beautiful gold filigree cuff by Kendra, just this and a simple pair of earrings and you are done!
And these beautiful earrings…the light blue aster is stunning!
Sequin brights enameled bracelets…how great are the colors? Love!
Jordann monogrammed turquoise necklace, from Max and Chloe..cute!
Loved these too! By Cara at Nordstrom…bought them in all three colors! So reasonable!
PERSONALIZED STAMPS AND ADDRESS LABELS. I bought one of these for myself and recently ordered two as gifts. They make great gifts, are reasonable and are ALWAYS a huge hit! They have a huge assortment of styles and fun little icons to choose form so you can make them highly personal too! They make embossers, self inking stamps and self inking stamps with icons. Also great stickers and stamps for book lovers and recipe cards! They also offer colored inks. They are from Three Designing Women…here is a sample of what they do, click?here?to see more or order.
BAMBOO ANYTHING. I love bamboo, well anything. I loooove bamboo bracelets, bamboo inspired tabletop, love bamboo fabrics, flatware, you name it! I find the look so classic and timeless and it works well with other classic patterns. I never tire of it, and as an example I have had a gold bamboo bracelet for around 15 years and still love it. Ditto for a bamboo print stretch silk top I had had for years, its still gorgeous! And don’t get me started on my bamboo handbag!?So here are some great looking bamboo inspired beauties!
Kenneth Jay Lane strikes again with this great looking bamboo cuff!
Tiffany and Co. Bamboo sterling flatware, such a classic!
Mariposa pewter napkin box with turtle weight..how cute!
Caspari bamboo playing cards and personalzied napkins
Just love love love the Charlotte Moss pattern “Nancy”….so great looking!
How about a pretty bamboo printed fine linen tablecloth? From Pioneer linens.
Fresh looking “bamboo” bedding from Williams Sanoma
Bamboo inspired mirror….love this!
Of course the ever so popular white bamboo chairs!! Decorpad
Yellow and white bamboo “lattice” lamps from Pieces
Jonathan Adler “Nixon” bamboo end table
Stroheim and Roman green bamboo trellis wallpaper
We cannot underestimate the power of the bamboo over the iconic bamboo handbag and shoes by Gucci either!
MY LATEST WALLPAPER CRUSH. Yes, I know you probably think I am just a wee bit obsessed. Maybe I am. The good news is I have been able to make some decisions on wallpaper. Not sure if I am going to use it for the boys bedrooms yet or not and if I do will go with simple masculine, papers. I as of now, am using them in some of the bathrooms and plan to use a chinoiserie in the dining room. That much I am sure. I had seen this one below in passing and knew I loved it but upon closer inspection know we are destined to be together…so meet my latest wallpaper crush that I WILL use somewhere! Figuring it out as we speak, I am in love! ( I am visualizing this with my growing collection?of blue and white ginger jars and I am seeing a beautiful space come together)
In love with this paper from Zoffany, the colors, the pattern, everything about it!
A DUDE RANCH VACATION! A few of our friends ?and us have been toying with?the idea of going to a luxury dude ranch vacation for a while now as a group of four families. We are totally serious in that we think it would and could be the trip of a lifetime. After some weeding out of some “hard core” dude ranches that I think would make mincemeat of us, we have decided that when and if the time comes, which I am hopeful it will (it is just challenging trying to juggle and coordinate approx. 16 peoples schedules to all work together), we will go to the famous “Ranch at Rock Creek” in the fabulous state of Montana. The pictures speak for themselves, it is a working dude ranch with full participation from its guests, but there is also a spa, gourmet food, and plenty of wonderful activities…so in other words something for everyone! Sounds like an incredible trip for the whole family!Here are some highlights…….Click?here?to learn more about this fabulous getaway.
FINE SOAPS. You also by now know my fetish for wonderful luxurious bath products. I love both for myself and gift giving the line of Gianna Rose Atelier. She makes the most wonderful line of luxurious bath soaps that are as whimsical and beautiful as they are wonderfully scented and long lasting. Just check out how beautiful they are! Almost too cute to use……almost! The animal soaps are a particular fave of mine…and I have bought repeatedly the dog and monkey soaps, how cute are they? They are packaged really nicely so they make wonderful gifts. Click?here?to visit the site.
A GREAT COOKBOOK. I love cookbooks. Granted, I get some, try a recipe or two and then it makes its way to the back shelf never to be used again. Then there are those whose food smudged pages tell of serious cooking sessions and tried and true successes. Those stay front and center and see lots of use. I have a feeling this book, Michael?Chiarellas, Bottega is going to be one such book. I have only tried three recipes so far, but each has been a big hit with my family and that’s a big deal! We had the good fortune of eating in his namesake restaurant last year in Napa Valley and I loved the food as much as I did the ambiance, so the book is very much in keeping with the experience we had from his restaurant. I highly recommend the book if you love great user friendly Italian recipes!
AN AMAZING GIVEAWAY!! Safavieh?has generously donated this fabulous looking bench that not only is beautiful but also doubles as great storage! How good looking is this? Some lucky winner will win this great looking bench…..that can be used virtually anywhere!! Made of a cream linen material…it is neutral and has such an elegant streamlined shape. It measures 19H X 15WX 45D. (Retails for approx. $450.00)
Its easy to win……
.Visit?Safavieh?at?www.safaviehhome.com?and then visit them at their?facebook?page by clicking?here?and tell them your favorite item…that’s it!! ?I will announce the winner of the bench on my Friday post! Good luck!!?
Well there you have it..my house updates and some fun things I am loving this Thursday! Anything appeal to you? Is there anything that?you?are loving that you want to share? Please do tell! Hope you have a wonderful day! ?
OK, always my favorite day of the week with you, but now it’s even better with the giveaway!! Love it. I have to say, the pics of the house are so exciting for me. I am loving the views from that hallway. All the arched openings, really fantastic. Also, love the soaps you found! Have a great day, Tina! M.
OK – lots of varied inspiration today. House is looking great – especially love the bathrooms. I have given those soaps as little gifts on many occasions – they are adorable and always needed.
Oh my, can I just say that when I see these pictures if your home, I get chills! I am so excited for you!!! I remember when we built our beach house-all the blood sweat & tears that went into it. (we sold it but I don’t forget it!!) I am LOVING the windows in the bathroom. LOVE!
Oh, I’d love to win that bench!! I’m off to visit them:)
Where to start? Your house- AMAZING! I can’t believe how gorgeous! You must pinch yourself. The property is like a park! Love the soaps, that dude ranch looks like heaven. The jewlery is so chic I am going to go visit Kendras site right now in fact and treat myself to a little early bday treat! We were at Bottega last year too and loved it also, he is a great chef with lots of personality. I will have to get that book. And LOVE this bench, so could use something that is not only practical but really great looking too! Great Thursday post!
I could live in a tent on your property and be happy! Such beautiful land 🙂 Of course, your house is amazing too. So glad things are moving along and you’ll be in your new home soon. I may have missed this in a previous post, but what hardwood floors are you using?
Don’t worry, when I move in as your housekeeper, I’ll be taking care if your wardrobe! You have such amazing taste on all things. Oh I could weep at the beauty of your staircase and I love the doors.
Tina, so much to love! Calcutta Gold is divine in the master baths. I would love to use that in our renovation!!! Your pics will serve as great inspiration.
My uncle raves about the Ranch at Rock Creek…let us know!
Summer jewelry – yes! And, I WANT that Tiffany bamboo flatware.
Happy Thursday…would love to meet you in Greenwich! xo Elizabeth
You’re living my dream! I’d love to have a separate bathroom from my husband!!! LOL That’s the dream! 🙂
Your house will be on magazines, my firend! 😉
Have a blessed day!
xo
Luciane at HomeBunch.com
PS: it’s os funny you really liked my post today. I thought about you while doing it. I don’t know why, but you came to my mind… maybe because you’re so sophisticated all the time. Seriously!
Your new home is stunning. Have you hired a designer/decorator to help you with all your decisions?. You have impeccable taste. I have trouble selecting the right paint colour for my bedroom I can’t imagine how hard it must be to make all those numerous decisions you are having to make. I can’t wait to see the progress continue. Put a loooooooong leash on Teddy I know first hand the heartache of a missing pet. Have a good day.
Tina, There are just now words your home is over the top fabulous. I can’t even imagine when it’s all finished and furnished. They have done an incredible job antiquing the beams. They look so authentic. As always it would be hard not to love the things that you love. You have such exquisite taste. Have a great day. Mona
I don’t even know where to start- your house is seriously just beyond comment…a totaly fairytale castle- gorgeous, gorgeous! And I love Kendra Scott’s earrings- so pretty!
How exciting! I’m wondering when your expected move in date is – maybe you can post about that sometime later on. 🙂 I love getting soap and cookbooks too – anything fun for the home, really, makes me smile. 🙂
I LOVE your blog! I don.t know how you have time to do such an amazing job with every post. I am SO happy for you about the house. It is the most beautiful thing I’ve even seen, and I’ll keep telling you that every week as it progresses!! Stacy http://www.conspicuousstyle.com
I just love looking at the updates on the house. so keep posting on this!! I have to say the grounds look so enchanted, I love that old birdbath and pond. How lucky to have them. So many things to love, I am feeling overwhelmed by them, so i will just take one pair of the aster blue earrings, thankyou. Happy to see your dog, what a relief!
Oh my goodness, how wonderful to see the tile and wood progress, it looks gorgeous, you must feel *great* about it. (I really like the Thassos, very pretty.)
I had to laugh at poor Teddy, he looks so sweet and innocent, “What me? I made you tense?”! The bath products are wonderful (all of them), I like using them for gifts, they make such a nice hostess gift in particular.
The bamboo motif is one of my favorites, and I like many of the jewelry pieces too. I love almost everything Trina Turk designs, and Ben Amun also does great pieces.
Oh my… your house is just unbelievable! Love every single bit of it… from the architecture itself to all your choices of details and finishes! It totally looks like a setting from a movie, somewhere in Europe!
ps: jewelry choices also stunning, love your taste!
Tina, Oh My where does one begin with this amazing post!!First, the house!! It is amazing to say the least, stately and grand!!! Beautiful elements abound!! The marble alone had me!!! The view, well it speaks for itself,lush and gorgeous. All your summer picks make me want to shop!!! Thank you for stopping by and commenting on my rug I am truly excited about getting it, I hope it does for the room what I plan on doing. happy Happy Thursday to YOU!! Kathysue
WOW! Fabntastic post. Your home is beautiful and when you finish you will have requests for home tours. Amazing photos. I love bamboo, too. I liked the tablesetting.
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The house really is coming along beautifully! I can’t get over how grand and gorgeous everything is! The dude ranch looks so fun and luxurious!
Wow, I could sketch a lifetime in your home! It is all looking gorgeous.
pve
Love the house updates! The staircase is just breathtaking!
OK, always my favorite day of the week with you, but now it’s even better with the giveaway!! Love it. I have to say, the pics of the house are so exciting for me. I am loving the views from that hallway. All the arched openings, really fantastic. Also, love the soaps you found! Have a great day, Tina! M.
OK – lots of varied inspiration today. House is looking great – especially love the bathrooms. I have given those soaps as little gifts on many occasions – they are adorable and always needed.
Oh my, can I just say that when I see these pictures if your home, I get chills! I am so excited for you!!! I remember when we built our beach house-all the blood sweat & tears that went into it. (we sold it but I don’t forget it!!) I am LOVING the windows in the bathroom. LOVE!
Oh, I’d love to win that bench!! I’m off to visit them:)
Have a beautiful & blessed day!
Daph
Where to start? Your house- AMAZING! I can’t believe how gorgeous! You must pinch yourself. The property is like a park! Love the soaps, that dude ranch looks like heaven. The jewlery is so chic I am going to go visit Kendras site right now in fact and treat myself to a little early bday treat! We were at Bottega last year too and loved it also, he is a great chef with lots of personality. I will have to get that book. And LOVE this bench, so could use something that is not only practical but really great looking too! Great Thursday post!
I could live in a tent on your property and be happy! Such beautiful land 🙂 Of course, your house is amazing too. So glad things are moving along and you’ll be in your new home soon. I may have missed this in a previous post, but what hardwood floors are you using?
LOVE your house. So beautiful! The jewelry is so much fun. The earrings are especially great. Love the little doggie soaps, so sweet!!
KP
Absolutely breathtaking, you know I need a tour…Janell
PS Also LOVE bamboo too! Do you know whose mirror that is? I am in love with it!
Don’t worry, when I move in as your housekeeper, I’ll be taking care if your wardrobe! You have such amazing taste on all things.
Oh I could weep at the beauty of your staircase and I love the doors.
Tina, so much to love! Calcutta Gold is divine in the master baths. I would love to use that in our renovation!!! Your pics will serve as great inspiration.
My uncle raves about the Ranch at Rock Creek…let us know!
Summer jewelry – yes! And, I WANT that Tiffany bamboo flatware.
Happy Thursday…would love to meet you in Greenwich!
xo Elizabeth
Wow! Love everything! Can’t wait to see next update! And the staircase is just unbelievable!
Tina,
You’re living my dream! I’d love to have a separate bathroom from my husband!!! LOL That’s the dream! 🙂
Your house will be on magazines, my firend! 😉
Have a blessed day!
xo
Luciane at HomeBunch.com
PS: it’s os funny you really liked my post today. I thought about you while doing it. I don’t know why, but you came to my mind… maybe because you’re so sophisticated all the time. Seriously!
Your new home is stunning. Have you hired a designer/decorator to help you with all your decisions?. You have impeccable taste. I have trouble selecting the right paint colour for my bedroom I can’t imagine how hard it must be to make all those numerous decisions you are having to make. I can’t wait to see the progress continue. Put a loooooooong leash on Teddy I know first hand the heartache of a missing pet. Have a good day.
Barbara
Your doors are so chic! What lovely grounds your home has, that pond will be a wonderful spot to sit and enjoy summer…
Tina, There are just now words your home is over the top fabulous. I can’t even imagine when it’s all finished and furnished. They have done an incredible job antiquing the beams. They look so authentic. As always it would be hard not to love the things that you love. You have such exquisite taste. Have a great day. Mona
I don’t even know where to start- your house is seriously just beyond comment…a totaly fairytale castle- gorgeous, gorgeous! And I love Kendra Scott’s earrings- so pretty!
How exciting! I’m wondering when your expected move in date is – maybe you can post about that sometime later on. 🙂 I love getting soap and cookbooks too – anything fun for the home, really, makes me smile. 🙂
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I LOVE your blog! I don.t know how you have time to do such an amazing job with every post. I am SO happy for you about the house. It is the most beautiful thing I’ve even seen, and I’ll keep telling you that every week as it progresses!!
Stacy http://www.conspicuousstyle.com
House = gorgeous!!!!!!!!!!
And I adore those Kendra Scott green earrings, too!!!
I just love looking at the updates on the house. so keep posting on this!! I have to say the grounds look so enchanted, I love that old birdbath and pond. How lucky to have them. So many things to love, I am feeling overwhelmed by them, so i will just take one pair of the aster blue earrings, thankyou.
Happy to see your dog, what a relief!
Your home is looking beautiful!
Oh my goodness, how wonderful to see the tile and wood progress, it looks gorgeous, you must feel *great* about it. (I really like the Thassos, very pretty.)
I had to laugh at poor Teddy, he looks so sweet and innocent, “What me? I made you tense?”! The bath products are wonderful (all of them), I like using them for gifts, they make such a nice hostess gift in particular.
The bamboo motif is one of my favorites, and I like many of the jewelry pieces too. I love almost everything Trina Turk designs, and Ben Amun also does great pieces.
Sending you a Thursday smile,
tp
Oh my… your house is just unbelievable! Love every single bit of it… from the architecture itself to all your choices of details and finishes! It totally looks like a setting from a movie, somewhere in Europe!
ps: jewelry choices also stunning, love your taste!
Hugs & kisses from Rio!
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Tina, Oh My where does one begin with this amazing post!!First, the house!! It is amazing to say the least, stately and grand!!! Beautiful elements abound!! The marble alone had me!!! The view, well it speaks for itself,lush and gorgeous. All your summer picks make me want to shop!!!
Thank you for stopping by and commenting on my rug I am truly excited about getting it, I hope it does for the room what I plan on doing. happy Happy Thursday to YOU!! Kathysue
WOW! Fabntastic post. Your home is beautiful and when you finish you will have requests for home tours. Amazing photos. I love bamboo, too. I liked the tablesetting.
Love your house updates, it is coming along beautifully!
Your home is definitely ‘enchanted’! It is jaw dropping beautiful even in this stage! This post was so full of lots of goodies. Great read!
xx
Your home is just stunning!
I have the Tiffany Bamboo silver, so you know I’m a bamboo fan as well. 🙂