Merci!

I am overdue in thanking a most gracious blogger, 

Lisa Porter, for giving the Granny Smith Green Blog 

the Lemonade Gratitude Award.  

Let's pretend that this is my hand-written thank you note! 

 

I was first introduced to Lisa's site by a fellow blogger.  This darling blogger frantically wrote to me saying, "You two have been separated at birth!  You've got to go visit The Lisa Porter Collection blog!"  Well, with words like that, how could I not check it out.

When the blog page opened, I was thrilled with the beauty of it.  What a compliment I had received--to be compared with that!  Wow!  Her blog is a true collection of beautiful images--and a kind soul behind in all.

Just to whet your appetite, here's a tid bit from her profile, 

"(the blog is) a place for those who have an appreciation of family, friends

 and a meaningful life. 

It is my devotion to the casual, elegant manners of my southern heritage 

that have led me to create this collection."  

Sounds good, doesn't it?    

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A few more words of thanks are due to several creative bloggers.  The dear people behind these blogs have sent me kind words of encouragement and delight me with their inspiration.  

I do hope that if you aren't familiar with the following blogs, you will pour yourself another cup of coffee and stop by for a visit.  Each one different from the next and all delightful!

In no particular order, my I present:

Cote de Texas:  

style, sass and humor--deep in the heart of Texas

Katiedid:  

and she does.  I've got to meet this gal.  

(Katiedid & Tartanscot--blog world's are colliding Jerry!)

Tartanscot:  

my dear brother in design--we were separated at birth!  

Blue-Eyed Bride:  

or should be say, blue-eyed about to pop mama-to-be any day now

Monograms & Manicures:  

a.k.a. Hospy or Kappa Prep.  One of the very first blogs I read.  Precious.

Be sure to visit all of these great blogs--and tell them Granny Smith Green sent you!

I'd like to discover other great blogs too.  

Do you have a great blog to recommend--yours or another you find fabulous?

Leave me a comment here and I'll be sure to visit.  Thanks!

  

Gone to the Animals

Anyone care to join me for a leisurely chat in this room?  This sofa is so inviting. 

Doesn't this sitting area look so comfortable and inviting?  Wouldn't you know it--it is in the home of Oprah's hair stylist--and now designer/decorator.

The entire grouping is put together quite well, in my opinion.  Although, I like things to be a bit calmer--no wallpaper or fringed sofa apron.  I do think that overall, for a new installation, the room appears "collected" as if it had been assembled over time.  

Is this a room for you?  Do you want or have a "gallery" wall--or is that too busy for your taste?

Tell me you thoughts. 

(home of  Andre Walker and David Simmons)  

Where's the Kitchen?

photo: Lisa Adams/design: Ken Pursley

I really like this--a disappearing kitchen! 

 

Have you located all of the appliances?

Could you live with a kitchen like this?  

Ahhh, Memories!

I can't get this out of my mind today.  I'm ready to go back to Blackberry Farm!

Who's going with me to Walland, Tennessee?  I'm serious.

Illumination Indecision

#1

Always classic

I've been given too many good choices!  It's a good problem.

#2

Warm and bright

What to do?  

Circa Lighting, don't you think you should just send me all of them?  I'd be really grateful.  

#3

Cool simple classic

Circa Lighting was founded in Savannah Georgia.  (Doesn't that mean it has to have timeless goods?)  I've admired their products for a while now.  Isn't it time I made a purchase?

#4

Modern/traditional/indecisive

I am so impressed by the styles that are offered through Circa Lighting.  They have partnered with some of our absolute favorite designers:  Barbara Barry, Thomas O'Brien, Suzanne Kasler, and Michael S. Smith. 

#5

traditional 

So what are you thinking about these lighting options?  

Tell me what you think.  

Do you have a favorite?   

Celebrate!

Are you celebrating today?  

and a very special Happy Birthday to Pearls & Grace!

Kitchens: Heart of the Home

note:  the granite sink, warmth of the wood and the chicken wire.  

What do you think of the exposed shelves and the baskets?  

Dear readers, for the past few weeks I have found myself overwhelmed with a kitchen renovation project.  I do believe that the end is in sight.  The cabinetry is under construction as we speak.  

I hope you enjoy some of these kitchen images.  I have had them in an inspiration file for some time now.  I'm sorry that I did not make a note of who did the design work or the photography.  If you know, please leave me a message.  I'd like to give them credit.  

note:  the contrasting cabinet finishes and the beamed ceiling  

note:  beamed ceiling and chandelier, also note the fountain in the background.

This is one of my all time favorites.  It was designed by Bunny Williams.  

note:  wide planked floors

note:  the hood and the sunlight

note:  the very light flooring, high contrast, firewood and brick

What does your dream kitchen contain--

other than Paula Deen, Jamie Oliver, Nigella Lawson or Anthony Bourdain?

  

and for LegallyBlondeMel...