ouis XVI chairs in the kitchen–really, this would not be a surprise to anyone who knows me. The decisions have been made and the work will continue this week. We had a very slow kitchen renovation week last week because the contractor had to have a root–canal and the painter pulled a muscle and pinched…
Did you ever think you would hear those two words in the same sentence? The combination was truly a thing of beauty when designed by the always amazing Charles Faudree for the Cashiers North Carolina Designer Showhouse. The rustic log room with stone floors was decorated as a French inspired office. Mr. Faudree used a Lucite…
We have found another Mountain house to renovate! I am really excited about this project–challenge and will be posting all of the details soon. Here are some pictures of my new neighborhood. More pictures of the house and grounds soon. xoxo, Lissy
love these beautiful butcher blocks that Elspeth at Willcoxon Designs uses to add work space and interest to her projects. Her unique twist is that she custom designs the table bases for antique English butcher blocks. I would love one of these Lovelies to sit beside my new range and solve two design problems–lack of…
inally, the Kitchen renovation of the Atlanta house is underway. I have been waiting for some good progress to post on this–wiring, plumbing, steel beams and structure work are just a little boring. My next few posts will be about the progress on this total renovation–without the drywall dust of course. (Even Janie and Daisy…
hat about an afternoon break sitting on this very inviting swing! This linen upholstered lovely was featured on a front Entry porch designed by D. Estes Antiques Etc of Cashiers, North Carolina. The swing is surrounded by Black-eyed Susan, topiaries and charming floral arrangements. I particularly love the rustic rail of the porch and the…
yster gloves and knives were standing ready for the birthday oyster roast we enjoyed in Savannah, Georgia this week. The scenery, food, family and friends were all wonderful! Enjoy the pictures of the Inter-Coastal Waterway along with Wormsloe Plantation and the Beautiful Isle of Hope. The homes on the Isle of Hope are just as…