Classic with a Twist

Gorgeous on the Golf Course: A Client Update in West Plano

Thinking Spring...

My client, NanaPatty, in West Plano was ready for an update. She wants to trade

in her expansive home on the golf course

for a two bedroom, two bath condo at the beach!

Before putting the house on the market this Spring, she knew she needed

to make some changes and knew she needed some help.

Connell Interiors to the rescue!

We turned... blue, pink and dated-

into green, raspberry and fresh!

With the help of beautiful fabrics from Greenhouse and some reupholstery magic,

we were able to give her the look that buyers will love as well!

I didn't get the full view of the room because we were not quite finished,

but we also painted the fireplace mantle and some of her wood pieces a

black matte color to tie into her kitchen. The sofa and loveseat were also

reupholstered in the grassy green fabric, seat cushions were restuffed

and bun feet were replaced with tapered blocks.

The kitchen was given a facelift as well...

Before:

After:

(light fixture will also be painted black)

And this beauty is on the way to go over the server...

What a difference color makes!

Are you thinking Spring too?

Until next time,

Thursday, March 10, 2011 Comments: 0

Seasons 52: Changing your Decor with the Seasons

Long overdue... a delicious lunch out with my "Preschool" friends!

No, we didn't go to preschool together but our kiddos did...

their oldest child and my youngest...

am I showing my age or did I just start earlier?!

Nonetheless, I am blessed and lucky to still have them in my life ten years later!

I'm embarrassed to say that this was the first time I had been to

Seasons 52 in the Shoppes of Legacy, mostly due to my crazy work schedule

and chauffeur responsibilities to sporting events... sigh.

If you live in the North Dallas Area and have been living under a rock, it is important to

know that nothing on their menu is over 475 calories... score.

They also change their menu with the change of the seasons-

I dig the custom approach they offer.

We started with the Chipotle Shrimp Flatbread which we all thought

was the best tasting of all!

I had a yummy BBQ Chicken salad, Laura had the mussels, Heather had the veggie

sandwich and Susan's dish didn't qualify for a photo opp!

Of course, sitting there sipping my seasonally inspired wine,

my mind shifts to the decor ...

...which I thought was a bit heavy based on the

feeling of the "lite" flavor they advertise and the fresh concept.

I suppose if I didn't have Spring on my mind, then I would been

happy with the warm, cozy, lodge like feel of the decor

(perhaps I should have visited first during the snow storm...)

Since I can't redo Seasons 52... I will give you tips on

freshening up your home with the change of the seasons!

#1 Freshen up your Pillows

Put away your faux fur and soft sweater like pillows for a few months

#2 Switch out your throw

Move over chenille blank, it's time for the chevron variety

#3 Lighten up with brighter window treatments

Go from black panels in the winter to white in the spring

#4 Add fresh flowers

As easy as the grocery store:)

#5 Accessory Update

Replace the pinecones with fresh fruit and put spring

in the air with a fun new lamp!

And if you are really feeling it... go for it and redo a guest room!

As I have been reminded, take some time to

enjoy the change:)

Until next time,

Images via* Moi, Decorpad, Google Images, Desire to Inspire, Furniture Regency,

Saturday, March 5, 2011 Comments: 1

Following the Golden Rules

I'm feeling a bit feisty and came across this painting by Priscilla Woolworth...

I think I will hang it in my kitchen-

Have a great day (wink, wink!),

Traci

Tuesday, March 1, 2011 Comments: 2

Our 25th Wedding Anniversary: Silver and Hot!

Yes, it is approaching... quickly.

At the end of March, Mike and I will have been married for

25 years!

(in my book, that's a long time:)

We've produced some Rock Stars-

Who always seem to entertain us...

and we are sooooo lucky to be their parents!

(sorry to be a bit sappy, but it is very true... drip, drip)

In celebration of our milestone, I've been thinking about

what to get Mike for our anniversary...

and I think I've found it!

To follow tradition, it needs to be SILVER and what man

after 25 years wouldn't want something - HOT!

Shhhh... don't tell him, but what do you think?

To put here...

...and make this...

... to add to the thighs....

PERFECTION!

I do have to say that the Artisan Fire Pizza Oven would be the perfect

addition to our outdoor living space... and guess

who's favorite food is pizza?

~~Mike's~~ Mine!

On the flip side, guess who likes to cook?

Mike!

The Outdoor Pizza oven by Kalamazoo Outdoor Gourmet sits conveniently on the

counter and can be fired by either natural gas or propane. It has two independently

controlled burners- one for the bottom baking stone and the second for the oven's

interior and pizza toppings.

And I told you it was HOT! It can reach 800 degrees in 20 minutes!

Sooo... maybe it is not what he had in mind but how great is it????!!!

Here's a picture of us on our 20th Wedding Anniversary...

and in about a month, I'll post one of us on our 25th:).

Lots to be thankful for (heart, sigh)...

and then there's pizza-

Until next time,

Images via* Moi, Kalamazoo Outdoor Gourmet, Hottel Photography and thanks to Dallas Metro Home Improvement for the inspiration

Sunday, February 27, 2011 Comments: 6

Your Furniture: Step by Step

Have you ever wanted to WATCH your furniture being made?

If you live in the Dallas Metroplex, here is your chance!

Yes, the bookcase was hand carved (and would look

PERFECT in my house)-

Josey Kennington of Paloma Creations is the newest trade member of the

DFW Chapter of the Interior Design Society... and we are thrilled

to have her be a part of our group!

Josey hosted our last meeting and gave us a tour of her

fabulous facility. Have you ever watched "Designer's

Challenge" on HGTV and seen the clients and designer

visit the factory to see their pieces being created?

Same idea... really quite amazing.

Acrylic. Glass. Mirror. Metal. Wood.

Leather. Marble. Granite. Iron

(she could probably make something out of Silly Putty)

Here are some glimpses from behind the scenes:

Artisan at Work

Almost there-

Check out the details and hand drawn plans-

Any custom piece you can dream up...

or that I can dream up!

(Best part... it only takes a few weeks)

I WANT THIS ONE TOO!

No MDF used here:)

Q.U.A.L.I.T.Y.

Any paint color... any metallic... any carving

From a picture, piece of fabric or a rough sketch...

here you go-

If you are ready to walk the process... step by step...

call me and we will make it happen with Josey

and her talented team!

Until next time,

Thursday, February 24, 2011 Comments: 3

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