Velvet & Linen Blog - Before and After

I can honestly say that I am NOT the jealous type and I just adore other Interior Designers and their work. I am Never the one to just outright want or desire anothers talent until now......

Her name is Brooke Giannetti and it starts there..... She is an Interior Designer and works with her husband Steve on Architectural projects, so they offer full Architectural, Interior Design and Landscape services. That was my dream for me and my husband. It looks as though she just opened a Home Furnishings Shop called Giannetti Home. I love her taste in fabrics and colors, couldn't get any better! It's clear that she loves French, Gustavian, Vintage and a little bit of shabby chic style. Her blog is called Velvet & Linen! My favorite fabrics!!! How cool is that name.....

I just found her blog yesterday, otherwise I would have posted about her way before now. Her bathtub which im not showing is to die for and I've wanted one like that for years! I've also wanted an architectural pediment for over my bed like the one she has, again for years! sooo scoot on over to her blog to check it out. Here is a shot of her bedroom before and after:


www.brookegiannetti.typepad.com

Romantic Home In Texas

This is the home of antiques dealer Lynn Rodriguez of Texas. I found these photos in the Creative Home magazine Winter 2008 edition. Sorry BHG is no longer selling them online so I have no link to give you. What I love about this home is the very vintage romantive ambiance. She has decorated with all white, cream, parchment and brown, which is so vintage looking and in right now! Muslin drapes are everywhere, leading to total romance. I love her mantel, it's so simple but yet french! Anyways to get better photos you got to get this magazine. Again my camera does not do any justice for anything. Enjoy...

Bliss Linens Pure Luxury

As Romantic Homes magazine's March 2008 issue states - IF HEAVEN HAD A SHOP IT WOULD BE BLISS!

The first time I saw pictures of this shop I was floored! There is almost no words to describe the talent with the way they mix the old and new. It may sound funny but after seeing their shop in Romantic Homes Magazine and the below photos from their site, I actually went around my home tossing everything that didn't belong with the soft muted tones color scheme they have. All of my red toile, bright yellows and buffalo check went straight to storage! I started buying every shell I could get my hands on, linen by the bolts, etc. etc. Put it this way....... If I had the money I would literally buy everything they have for sale!

When I finally get my antique mall booth going, this store will be a huge part of my inspiration, except for the linens. I plan to sell only vintage and antique.

Years ago I found a pure white peacock on ebay and fell in love with it....well my family didn't agree and didnt want the huge white bird laying around the house, so I didn't buy it.......BIG MISTAKE! They show one right in the window of their shop! And its sooooo wonderful. Take it from me readers if something speaks to you, buy it and don't look back. Enjoy......




WWW.BLISSLINENS.COM