Classic with a Twist

Gifts for Girls: Glam Rooms and Glam Parties!

Ahhh.... little girls! Where did mine go?

I excitedly recorded "Santa Claus is Coming to Town" last night and requested that I have a smaller, blonde viewing partner. Austin is no longer small, so it is either the 24 year old blonde (hmmm...) or the 12.5 year old blonde.

Let's see who is taking their xmas list creation seriously....

This time of year, lots of little girls want magical rooms and magical parties and

I want to share both with you.

Here is a project of mine that has gone from crib stage to big girl bed,

but it is near and dear to my heart.

Connell Interiors can help you give this

gift to your princess!

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The chair rail application is the most unique feature of the entire room...

Don't forget the small details...

Here's what the room looked like after install #1... newborn stage-

Nadia is growing up!

Love her and love her Momma!

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Along with a new fabulous girly room, here's another idea that is sure to please...

No pressure, Momma, but take a peek at a fun winter party idea

that any ~~mom~~ little girl would absolutely die for!

Brilliantly created by Kim from the TomKat Studio and

Tanya from Save the Date Cupcakes,

this Glam Snowgirls party is sure to please!

Check out both blogs by Kim and Tanya for over the top party ideas,

printables and a whole lot of eye candy!

So, throw the party and give a little castle to your sweetie...

call me to help bring in the bling!

Until next time,

Traci

Images via* Save the Date for Cupcakes, The TomKat Studio, Hottel Photography, and Moi

Friday, December 3, 2010 Comments: 1

I'm dreaming of a turquoise Christmas?

One holiday down... one to go!

I was gearing up for our Christmas decorating event at the house
and ran across these inspirational photos from

the website, Home Envy.com.

(I repeat... inspirational... because I could never pull off a

full turquoise and white theme in my house!

But, I have to say it is "eye candy" for me!)

Love how the wrapping paper matches the tree...

Remember the glass domes we talked about a few weeks back...?

Here's another use on the mantle.

Absolutely adore the three piece art set!

I will get some good shots and post some pics of our home decorated for the holidays...

in somewhat traditional colors I must add!

Good luck getting your home ready and be prepared to be covered in glitter!

(p.s. go to you tube for videos on "how to's" for decorating staircases,

creating holiday tablescapes... you name it... it is helpful!)

Until next time,

Traci

Images via* Home envy

Wednesday, December 1, 2010 Comments: 1

Last Minute Thanksgiving Table Centerpieces: My Attempt!

Happy Thanksgiving!

I sent out an enewsletter yesterday and didn't want my blog readers to miss out...

especially if your Thanksgiving table is still empty!

Dear Genevieve from HGTV did use these brussel sprout trees

as part of a centerpiece on one of her shows, but we are planning to eat them!

Ashley really got a kick out of these!

Back to business...

Here are a few quick ideas to add some festivity to your table:

Candles to the Rescue!

Most of you have an abundance of clear floral vases

in the kitchen cabinets. Grab some white candles,

pick up some bulk nuts and arrange the

collection on greenery from the yard.

Use your extra white pumpkins from Halloween to

showcase your table. Add spray painted gourds and

more candles for an elegant, fall look.

Self explanatory! Indian Corn, a large hurricane

with a candle and raffia! Simple, yet stunning!

Head to the yard for colorful leaves. Use floral picks

to arrange them in foam and add, yet again,

more candles, fruit, nuts and berries.

Since I ~~don't~~ didn't have a plan for my table yet:), I thought

I'd save the centerpiece I ~~may~~ did attempt for last.

Brown paper and cutout letters display the reason

why we gather together on this special day.

Okay, I did attempt the above... here's "my quickie version" before the table is set!

I had everything except the sticky letters...

not my best work, but I was aiming for a

"Last Minute Thanksgiving Table Centerpiece!"

Enjoy your day and take in the warmth of the

important people around you.

I am certainly blessed...

Missing you M, D, T and T,

Traci

xo

Images via* Moi, Good Housekeeping, HGTV, Pottery Barn, Squiddo

Thursday, November 25, 2010 Comments: 3

"Fall" on your Table...

What a beautiful sight in my front yard!

Fall is definitely my favorite time of year

and Mother Nature certainly shows her good side.

After the leaves have fallen, use her leftovers for the focal point of your table.

Here are simple, elegant ideas for any time of the year:

1. Clear vases, sticks, wire and a few leaves... easy, yet stunning!

Thank you Rachel Ray:)

2. Flowers out of tissue paper and glued to the branches...

Great project for the kids!

3. Love this for an outdoor patio

4. This may be my favorite! Spray painted branches with sweet birds!

5. And thank you to West Elm for showcasing metallics ...

super for monochromatic color schemes.

Which is your favorite?

Until next time,

Traci

Images via* Moi, Rachel Ray, Real Simple, Desire to Inspire, West Elm

Monday, November 22, 2010 Comments: 1

A Warm, Whimiscal Gathering Space

Does artwork get much cuter than this?

Take a peek into the design process of my client Glamma who lives in Gunter, TX-

Any day now, Glamma will become a grandmother to eight sweet babies...

all under the age of 5!

YIKES!

She and her (patient) husband built an addition onto their already beautiful

home to create space for her three daughters and families to visit.

Not pictured is the stylish bar and extra bedrooms upstairs... it goes on and on-

Glamma has a keen eye for design and embraces the use of color...

a dream for me!

My goal was to help her fill these walls with artwork that was unique-

with a splash of whimsy.

We started with this custom mirror she had created and this awesome

venetian plaster wall color in the attached bath.

(Based on this alone, I knew I'd love this!)

The other factors we needed to consider were the upholstery on the chairs,

the existing area rug and the fabric for the roman shades.

It was only natural to bring on the turquoise... woo hoo!

Next, we took a trip to my favorite Go To art gallery

for one of a kind... off the beaten path...

down right special artwork.

We nailed it!

Glamma wanted to keep the space comfortable and a bit more of a grown up feel,

not necessarily a playroom look.

This custom piece by artist Steve Taft was perfect---

Unfortunately, the pieces didn't photograph well, but you can see

how well the set filled the space and added a custom look.

Another empty wall where we commissioned the talented

Elle Designs to make us this!!!!

So personal for Glamma's family:)

And the best of the best from Elle!

Together, we designed a showcase for the grandbabies which brings in

all the colors we are working with and a grande touch of whimsy!

(Baby MacKenzie is due any day now!!!)

One of the best features of these canvas beauties is that the photos are

developed on a foam board and Velcros on!

So yes, as the babies grow, the photographs can be switched out!

Love practicality-

(Funny, we created two blank canvas' just in case there any extras in the future!)

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Just for kicks here is a true insider look at what "sometimes"

happens during the design process:

We chose lamps and made sure they were the correct color using a paint swatch -

... and cool, this is what came out of the box-

baby blue????

Dear Uttermost,

If you are going to change the dye lot on a lamp,

please contact the buyer before the order is placed!

Arghhh!,

Frustrated Designer

Plan B Resolution:

Replaced with this beauty and will ship directly to Glamma

It was so nice to be a part of a creation of a space filled with so much love!

Until next time,

Traci

Images via* Moi, Uttermost

Saturday, November 20, 2010 Comments: 2

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