Counterpose

I am forever inspired by friends spaces. I was looking through Sarah’s feed and the thought occurred to me - since we have opposite color stories wouldn’t it be fun to compare them.

Let’s take a look at the elements that make up these spaces.

Sarah’s livingroom

Let’s review Sarah’s livingroom.

• The sofa is the beautiful Cara by Mitchell Gold+Bob Williams in Aegean velvet. Sarah further customized the piece with nail-head detailing.

• The pillows are a mix of high low. The Velvet Round is by Lulu and Georgia. The Floral Block Print is Studio McGee for Target.

• The Coffee Table is RH.

• The side table is similar to this Target style.

• The Nerida White Footed Centerpiece Bowl is filled with flowers.

• Her rug is a similar to this Overstock rug.

• The room has a neutral background: Benjamin Moore Wickham Gray

The Chalet Livingroom

Let’s review the Chalet livingroom.

• Our sofa is the Montclair by Crate&Barrel which is discontinued. Purchased in the fall of 2018. The sofa was quickly replaced because of a snafu with the fabric which I was unable to have treated for stain resistance; so we opted for a high performance micro-fiber in Arctic White.

• My pillows are a mix of store bought and ones I’ve designed. The small needlepoint is Beekman 1802 from Target years ago. The Brown Floral and Light Blue Shibori I sewed myself. The Tiger velvet is from Home Sense. The Navy and White Woven is from Marshalls.

• The Coffee Table was found at Home Sense.

• The side table is similar to this Wayfair one.

• White with blue floral design vase with flowers. This piece was a gift and Little Switzerland no longer carries vases. These are lovely options.

• The rug is the Baxter Indigo Wool from Crate&Barrel.

• The vintage lamp was thrifted from The Lafayette Mill Antiques Center.

• The reversible cotton quilt was located on-line years ago. Here’s are some pretty options.

• The room’s background is: Benjamin Moore Putnam Ivory

“Counterpose: To place in Opposition, Contrast, or Equilibrium”

— Merriam-Webster

I enjoyed crafting this piece - it was fun locating the components and seeking similar ones to share with you. I highly recommend popping over to Instagram and clicking follow on Sarah’s feed. She and her home are both lovely!

Here are some articles you may enjoy!

• Couch - furniture for sitting or reclining 11.14.18

• Design Shift 1.16.19

• Chalet Design 6.12.19

• Revisiting the Reimagined 2.24.21

Til next time be well friends.

Images: Sarah and Me

Gap Home

Recently my Instagram friend Marcie Millholland paid me a lovely compliment sharing how she enjoys my blog and that I’m not selling anything. Marcie thank you my dear and to be clear friends - I’m not selling anything with today’s post either.

I used a few pieces from Gap Home for Walmart in my son’s bedroom refresh and most of you know I keep it real in the Chalet and with clients - the reality is - if you can find an item to meet your needs from At Home, Target or Walmart - why wouldn’t we purchase it?

The Ottoman and Pillow are from Gap Home

I’m so impressed with these items from the Gap Home for Walmart. The ottoman supports weight and is very sturdy - it has a zipper so the cover is removable. The pillow’s poly insert is thinly distributed and much less dense than most poly inserts so it resembles feathers in appearance and the texture reacts nicely like an actual feather filled pillow. It has a zipper so this cover is also removable.

I have to share I’m a Gap fan. I worked for Gap as a window dresser and in store management. I still have pieces in my wardrobe I pull out and wear from years ago because Gap always meant quality. That is what pushed me to add this post to my editorial calendar…how could I not talk about these pieces.

Frayed Denim Decorative Square Throw Pillow

The color stories in the collection center on Beige/Blue/ Grey/Yellow with a smattering of patterns. It feels basic in the very best way - what’s more Americana than denim?

Modern Color Block Two Door Accent Cabinet

Club Chair

Gap Home is a multi-year partnership with Walmart the largest retailer in the United States. Gap Home has over 400 items including products produced with organic cotton and recycled materials. The collection encompasses bath, bedding, curtains, home decor, rugs and tabletop.

Shibori Tie Dye Organic Cotton Light Filtering Window Curtain

Tie Dye Percale Easy Care Sheets

T-Shirt Soft Jersey Reversible Organic Cotton Blend Comforter Set

Geometric Striped Indoor Area Rug

Upholstered Wood Bed

Blue 16-Piece Blue & White Decal Fine Ceramic Dinnerware Set

Friends I’ve shared just a quick look at the collection - I will admit I find myself tempted to buy a few more things - but, since my husband reads my blog I will resist that urge…. lol!

Enjoy your day, be well and see you over on Instagram.