tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-34236326933798842722024-02-19T17:54:51.896-08:00Gretchen Leigh Clark | Stylish Living BlogGretchen Clarkhttp://www.blogger.com/profile/08362339282471046060noreply@blogger.comBlogger22125tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-3423632693379884272.post-56710819287719350402014-11-24T09:01:00.004-08:002015-01-10T11:44:15.343-08:00Photoshop, my love....Since I have moved to Oklahoma, I have found myself doing most of my work long-distance. Luckily I know just enough to be dangerous with Photoshop, which has turned out to be my best e-design friend! With the woosh of an email I am able to communicate with out of town clients, who are also leading super busy lives and it just makes it easy for everyone. Don't get me wrong, good old fashioned face to face meetings are invaluable... but my computer definitely has a special place in my design practice! Take a look and see what I mean...<br />
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For a client in Dallas, I was able to create this bedroom design based off of our conversations regarding their needs and preferences. I sent a few tweaks along the way and we were able to paint a broad picture of what the finished room will feel like. Then comes the tricky part...</div>
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I'm not going to lie, I would much rather be able to present all materials together in-person for the client to see and feel. I did have the client run by the Peacock Alley showroom in Dallas to check out some of the bedding and make sure they were happy with the "hand" (i.e. way it feels). Bedding is such a personal thing and you should always feel it in person if possible! In this case, we are going to do a custom bolster pillow that picks up on the super cool hand painted porcelain lamps we are ordering. After ordering about 30 samples from fabric houses in Dallas, I narrowed it down to the two above (I have learned to never give client's more than 3 choices or they often get overwhelmed). This is where you need a good scanner and a client who is decisive. The colors are only a subtle difference, but it's the details that matter! </div>
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<br />Gretchen Clarkhttp://www.blogger.com/profile/08362339282471046060noreply@blogger.com0tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-3423632693379884272.post-5091634650907259542014-09-25T14:56:00.001-07:002014-09-25T22:49:09.051-07:00Heritage Hills Home Tour<table align="center" cellpadding="0" cellspacing="0" class="tr-caption-container" style="margin-left: auto; margin-right: auto; text-align: center;"><tbody>
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This weekend is the annual <a href="http://www.heritagehills.org/hh/HeritageHillsHistoricHomesGardensTour/AbouttheTour/tabid/105/Default.aspx" target="_blank">Heritage Hills Home Tour</a> in Oklahoma City, and you don't want to miss it! I always enjoy a good home tour and looking forward to this one in particular, because it features the beautiful home of our longtime "friends slash clients" David and Merideth Ferris. Their charming 1907 english cottage is sure to be a darling of the tour and you won't want to miss it. It is the perfect blend of historic architecture and pretty period pieces, punctuated with lots of personality... making it uniquely their own! <a href="http://www.sliceok.com/September-2014/A-Tour-Through-Time-in-Heritage-Hills/" target="_blank">See the living room featured in Slice Magazine.</a><br />
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The Ferris' moved into their new OKC home not long before we moved to Norman and I was so excited when Merideth asked me to help her with design work in the powder bath and kitchen. Let me start by saying that Merideth knows her own style and has some major decorating chops to begin with! She just needed help turning her vision into a reality. <br />
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When working with a registered historic home that is over 100 years old, I knew it was important to honor the architecture of the home, so the pre-design phase started with a little architectural history homework. <br />
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After establishing some basic design ground-rules, the first order of business was to address the powder bath, since it is the only downstairs bath and was already gutted!<br />
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Step one is always to identify design challenges: low ceilings, lack of character, funky mirror set into what used to be a window.<br />
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Then comes the fun part... creatively coming up with design solutions! In this case they were: to embrace the low ceilings with an interesting wallpaper we had imported from England, add architectural interest with wainscoting and crown molding, and to remove the existing window/mirror in order to re-orient the focus of the room. <br />
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We were also able to salvage a fabulous antique sunburst light fixture from another part of the house. It was in a big open hallway upstairs and was swallowed up due to it's petite scale, which was perfect for the small powder bath.<br />
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After a pricey bid from a trim carpenter, Dave decided to tackle the wainscoting himself, leaving more budget for the "fun stuff" i.e. fixtures, mirror and wallpaper!<br />
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To make sure the wainscoting height was perfect, I drew the room out with everything exactly drawn to scale... I wanted to make sure it hit above the pedestal, but below the mirror.<br />
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And good thing Dave is a perfectionist / engineer, because it turned out beautifully! Let's just say if my gifted-in-other-areas hubby attempted this job there would not be a home tour going on in our house (love you honey).<br />
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I am happy to report that the powder bath has officially transformed into a stunner, and is now a feature point of the house. And Merideth, who has a serious knack for art walls (seriously she should go into business), finished off the room with a cool collection of wall art that will get her guests talking. <br />
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To see the finished powder bath, you'll just have to venture out to the home tour! <a href="https://events.r20.constantcontact.com/register/eventReg?oeidk=a07e9mzvtlze1bdec6a&oseq=&c=&ch=" target="_blank">You can buy tickets here</a>. It should be a great time complete with food trucks, live music, OKC ballet performance and pop-up shops at the <a href="http://myemail.constantcontact.com/Home-Tour-This-Weekend-.html?soid=1113156846659&aid=xIspsa5dLc0" target="_blank">Overholser Mansion</a>. And for a unique way to view the neighborhood, you can even ride the trolley! See you there!</div>
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I have worked hard over the years to build a team of craftspeople who bring my designs to life and make my client's homes look incredible. Every job requires the talent of a "village" of craftspeople like painters, carpenters, installers and upholstery and drapery workrooms. I am lucky that I have had designer-friends and other people in the trade share their secret sources with me, so today I am going to pay it forward!<br />
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If you have furniture that you need to reupholster then this is your man! I first met Bob when I was working on a project a few years ago and my client's friend had recommended him. I was a little nervous to try someone new and to be honest his workroom is a little off the beaten path, but his prices were too good to resist so we decided to take the risk! And, I am SO GLAD that I did! <br />
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I am a big proponent of reupholstering antiques or other old furniture that you love and just aren't ready to part with. It is such a great way to breathe new life into a piece of furniture that already has history and character.<br />
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I am such a "detail" girl and I need workrooms who I can trust to pay attention to the small things like trims, pleats, flanges, contrast welts, etc. Above is a pair of "bergeres" aka french chairs that Bob recently reupholstered for one of my clients. I requested a 1/2" flange with pleated corners on the cushions and a gimp trim along the frame... they turned out beautifully!<br />
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In addition to being a talented upholsterer... Bob may just be the sweetest man I have ever met! Please call him at <span style="font-family: Arial, 'Helvetica sans-serif'; font-size: 12px;">(214) 827-8262 </span>and don't forget to tell him that I sent you. Enjoy!<br />
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I have had such a blast working with a wonderful Dallas couple on their new home over the last year, and I can't wait to show you the finished project in a few weeks! Floorplans, mood boards and mountains of samples and sketches have slowly transformed into the reality of a beautiful home that they plan to spend the rest of their lives in.<br />
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Here is the story of where our journey began...<br />
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Take an attorney who is an art-collector with a heart that beats for clean modern lines and personality pieces... add a wife and mama with an impressive collection of antiques and heirloom treasures who has traveled the world with her family and loves to entertain... insert a designer (yes, that's moi) who is passionate about the art of mixing periods and styles... and you end up with a beautiful home that is the best of both worlds! <br />
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I will be posting a few more teasers before the great reveal. So come back soon!Gretchen Clarkhttp://www.blogger.com/profile/08362339282471046060noreply@blogger.com0tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-3423632693379884272.post-92218062429618681152013-03-01T13:54:00.000-08:002013-03-01T15:05:00.846-08:00Rustic CharmLiving and working in Texas, I often get clients who want to decorate with a nod to their Lone Star roots without feeling like they live at the cattle ranch. Is it possible to blend rustic pieces with a fresh and updated design palette? YES! The key is to bring one or two simple elements into each room, but always paired with simple classic elements and clean lines. This look very is comforting and inviting, so kick up your boots and look around for awhile!<br />
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This reclaimed wood wall has the perfect blend of tones and patina in each board. I am actually installing an accent wall just like this in one of my client's houses in a couple of weeks. I hope ours turns out this great!</div>
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I fell in love with the goatskin stool the first time I saw it at Mecox Gardens a couple of years ago. This is for the Metropolitan Cowboy.</div>
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This console table is "faux bois" which is actually poured concrete. This would look great in an entryway or hallway.</div>
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Barn doors are a fabulous way to bring either a rustic or equestrian feel to any home. They are suprisingly versatile and can range from very raw and natural to super slick and modern in style. FYI I do NOT like this rug.</div>
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For you animal lovers out there, here is a nice "faux antler chandelier". Stick to simpler lines when it comes to these so they don't get too busy and heavy.</div>
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The Barn Light Electric company has a plethora of restyled barn light fixtures that make farm life look chic.</div>
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It is no secret that I LOVE a good hide rug. Some of my favorites include natural ivory, brindles and really any solid colors. This one is so yummy! </div>
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These petrified wood stools couldn't be cooler! These would be amazing spread around a patio or even used as stool around an al fresco dining table.</div>
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<br />Gretchen Clarkhttp://www.blogger.com/profile/08362339282471046060noreply@blogger.com10tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-3423632693379884272.post-87906465051452655002012-09-20T21:02:00.000-07:002012-09-24T20:08:41.370-07:00Design Recipe for a Cozy Breakfast NookThe Breakfast Nook is an ideal way to make the most of a small space! I don't know about you, but every time we have friends or family over the kitchen is inevitably where people hover... so I might as well give them a place worthy to linger. With a few simple steps you can create a warm and cozy seating area that might just be your new favorite space. This is my recipe for a great nook that you might have a hard time leaving...<br />
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1 BEAUTIFUL BANQUETTE - This is probably the most key design element to make the space function well... it is the anchor of the space and likely the place most people will want to sit. This is also your chance to create extra storage space by building drawers into the base of the banquette. The banquette is typically built into the space and softened with cushions and pillows, but you can also use a great upholstered piece of furniture. My only suggestion is to make sure it doesn't have arms and that it fits snugly in between the walls.<br />
1 GREAT TABLE - Round, square, oval, rectangular, wood, metal, stone... anything goes here. Just make sure you leave plenty of space for your guests to slide past the table into the banquette.<br />
2-4 INTERESTING CHAIRS - This is where the personality comes into play, so don't be shy! Look for chairs that aren't matchy matchy with your table and that have an interesting shape, finish or fabric. Or you can really think outside the box and throw in some stools or a bench in lieu of traditional chairs.<br />
1 FABULOUS LIGHT FIXTURE -A great chandelier is like jewelry and will always make the space feel intimate and polished. I also love the look of a pair of sconces flanking your banquette... very stylish!<br />
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Mix all ingredients together with a healthy dose of character and style. Fold in an interesting mix of fabrics and materials. Add a fun group of friends and fantastic food... Enjoy!<br />
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Gretchen Clarkhttp://www.blogger.com/profile/08362339282471046060noreply@blogger.com0tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-3423632693379884272.post-15961698515352901892012-08-09T11:05:00.001-07:002012-08-09T11:08:10.260-07:00Marvelous Mix-Up: ChairsToday I have a special treat... a post from guest blogger Mari from <a href="http://www.designshuffle.com/" target="_blank">Design Shuffle</a>. It's no secret that I have an obsession with chairs, so of course I jumped at the chance to showcase these beauties on my blog... Enjoy! - GLC<br />
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Hello, everyone! I'm Mari, a writer for Design Shuffle, the online gathering place where interior designers and design enthusiasts share projects and <a href="http://www.designshuffle.com/" target="_blank" title="Decorating Ideas">decorating ideas</a>. I'm so happy to be here with a guest post about one of my design obsessions - chairs and how beautifully they mix with each other. The ideas for mixing up different styles, colors and finishes of chairs in one space are limitless so let's get right to the subject at hand and take a look at eight images showing just how marvelous a chair mix-up can look. Please enjoy!<br />
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White is the unifying theme of this chic mix of dining chairs in different styles. The white center of the room is simply stunning against a dark background.<br />
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A collection of upholstered arm chairs is beautiful and totally unexpected around a white dining table in this open living space. Different styles from traditional to contemporary are represented in this diverse group.<br />
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A vintage, perhaps Swedish, home includes this white dining space infused with the happy vibe of a collection of brilliant candy colored metal Tolix chairs. Red comes to join the party in the form of bright red pendant lights.<br />
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In a much more restrained design, two chairs create their own marvelous mix-up in front of the fireplace. There's nothing matchy-matchy about this lovely pair.<br />
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Six chairs in different shapes, colors and fabric patterns are lovely around the table in Tyler Florence's Kitchen of the Year.†This space is filled with kitchen design ideas.<br />
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The meticulously crafted spaces inside Sarah Jessica Parker and Matthew Broderick's 1865 Bridgehampton house include this dining room with vintage chairs surrounding a contemporary white table. The disparate group of chairs is unified with black paint. The blue glass lighting fixture above the table is a lovely choice.<br />
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This marvelous mix-up actually includes two upholstered benches plus rattan and slipcovered wood chairs at the table and in the adjoining sitting areas.<br />
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This blue dining room is formal, but definitely not shy about revealing a light-hearted side--enter the casual chair whimsical chandelier at center stage. Doesn't this inspire interior design ideas for infusing a touch of whimsy into slightly stuffy spaces? †Images <a href="http://www.hgtv.com/designers-portfolio/room/dp-eclectic/dining-rooms/6118/index.html" target="_blank">1</a> | <a href="http://www.desiretoinspire.net/blog/2012/6/15/those-quirky-brits.html" target="_blank">2</a> | <a href="http://le-jolicoeur.tumblr.com/post/20184022936" target="_blank">3</a> | <a href="http://indulgy.com/post/whNw0UECJ1/ben-moore-shenandoah" target="_blank">4</a> | <a href="http://www.housebeautiful.com/kitchens/dream/kitchen-of-the-year-magazine-p7c1#slide-7" target="_blank">5</a> | <a href="http://www.elledecor.com/image/tid/5657?page=9" target="_blank">6</a> | <a href="http://www.realtor.com/realestateandhomes-detail/34-E-Shore-Dr_The-Woodlands_TX_77380_M72539-54105?source=web" target="_blank">7</a> | <a href="http://odietamoblog.blogspot.com.au/2009/12/suzanne-kasler-southern-elegance.html" target="_blank">8</a><br />
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As you see, marvelous chair mix-ups can turn up in just about any space. I hope you're inspired to start your own collection of these mismatched beauties.<br />
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What do you have a marvelous mix-up of at home? Let us know in the comments section! And also, don't forget to check out our <a href="http://www.designshuffle.com/design_gallery/" target="_blank" title="Design Gallery">Design Gallery</a> on Design Shuffle, your ultimate source for decor mix-up ideas and inspiration!Gretchen Clarkhttp://www.blogger.com/profile/08362339282471046060noreply@blogger.com0tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-3423632693379884272.post-79643920139432504482012-08-01T19:01:00.000-07:002012-11-14T12:14:14.808-08:00Juggling Act - Thoughts from a Designing Mommy<br />
As I was sitting down to get some work done earlier, this is the comical scene that unfolded...<br />
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<tr><td class="tr-caption" style="text-align: center;">Not exactly the kind of assistant I was looking for...</td></tr>
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<tr><td class="tr-caption" style="text-align: center;">All this hard work is making me sleepy.</td></tr>
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Which got me to thinking about some of the ways that being a mommy has shaped me as a designer. I couldn't help but laugh at myself as I thought about the ways my "design views" have changed for clients with young children. In the spirit of humor and humility, I'm here to share a few things I have come to learn along the way...<br />
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WHITE FURNITURE <i>IS</i> A BAD IDEA IF YOU HAVE TODDLERS </div>
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<tr><td class="tr-caption" style="text-align: center;">Yes, I <i>do</i> own an iron!</td></tr>
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Three years ago I would have sworn to you otherwise.... explaining that bleach and the occasional professional cleaning will keep things looking good. I was WRONG! Unless this pristine fabric is far from the messy fingers of your children, don't even think about it. The white slipcovered chairs in my kitchen are now a certain muted shade of mac-n-cheese, spaghetti sauce and chocolate milk. And while an oxiclean wash is helpful, I failed to consider that I would need to iron them every time - and let's be honest, with 2 itty bittys, I'm just not going to do that!<br />
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MIRRORED FURNITURE.... SERIOUSLY???</div>
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This is a sad one for me, because I truly love a good mirrored piece. But toddlers hands are perpetually grimy and I promise you cannot keep up with the cleaning unless you have a live-in maid! It's not that this didn't cross my mind when I bought our awesome new mirrored coffee table... I was just naive and thought that I would be able to set up boundaries and rules to keep it looking good. I even rationalized that since the mirror had an antiqued finish that messes wouldn't be <i>that </i>noticable. WRONG AGAIN (have you ever heard a woman say these words so much?)! I am approximately one "lunch-in-the-living-room-please-mommy" away from stashing this thing in the attic until he is 18!<br />
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IF YOU'RE NOT WILLING TO SEE SOMETHING BREAK THEN PUT IT OUT OF REACH </div>
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I have a great collection of oversize ginger jars ominously adorning my fireplace, along with a great glass lamp that I love! All of these are in the direct line of fire of my energetic 3 year old and I have just had to be honest with myself that there is a good chance one (or all of them) will become a casualty. I've decided I'm willing to risk it anyways, because I love them and think they add a lot to the room. These things are precious, but not as precious as my kids... so please remind me of this on the day that I'm tearfully picking up pieces of porcelain off of my living room floor!Gretchen Clarkhttp://www.blogger.com/profile/08362339282471046060noreply@blogger.com1tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-3423632693379884272.post-10782535123372783062012-03-07T14:21:00.010-08:002012-07-14T08:38:22.932-07:00Young "House" Love<div style="font-family: Georgia,"Times New Roman",serif;">
<span style="font-size: large;">For couples heading down the aisle, there are a million things to think about... life as they know it is about to change and there are so many details that lead up to that amazing day! While tons of time often goes into choosing the perfect color of bridesmaids dresses or the flavor of wedding cake... many new couples overlook much more lasting decisions like the perfect colors for their new home and the "flavor" of their first house together! I have recently teamed up with <a href="http://www.bellafloraofdallas.com/" target="_blank">Bella Flora Dallas</a>, as a part of their Lifestyle Experts program, to help guide young couples through the process of creating their first home together. </span></div>
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<span style="font-size: large;">PAINT & PAPER - Be bold when choosing paint colors and wallcovering... steer clear of too much beige and instead chose your palette from gray, ivory or gold tones or use a pleasing version of your favorite color. Notice I didn't say SHOCK, I said BOLD. Don't use overly bright colors (dark is still great though) that are going to dominate the room. Instead use an interesting color that is subtle enough to keep your eyes moving, but bold enough that it will be remembered! As for wallcoverings... small scale graphic patterns, woven textures and the look of hand-painted are my favorite options.</span></div>
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<span style="font-size: large;">ELEMENT OF SURPRISE - Don't let your walls have all the fun... any surface can be painted to add interest (floors, ceilings, cabinets, doors, trim, etc.) Don't be afraid to try something different. UNLESS you are painting over stained wood floors or cabinets, you can always change it if you don't like it. As my mom always said "Nothing ventured, nothing gained"!</span></div>
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<span style="font-size: large;">WALL ART - Another great way to be bold is by selecting oversize or otherwise dramatic wall art (paintings, photography, tapestry, sculpture). A large collection of works will give the same impact. <a href="http://naturalcuriosities.com/" target="_blank">Natural Curiosities </a>has a great collection of reproduction art pieces that are unique and affordable. (Dallas shops that carry the line include Calypso Home, Gray Living, Vintage Living and I am happy to order a piece for you as well).</span></div>
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<span style="font-size: large;">SUPPORT LOCAL ARTISTS - And I have recently stumbled on a few great local artists who specialize in contemporary pieces... you can even send an artist fabric swatches or samples of color in the room and let them come up with a custom piece tailor made for you! <a href="http://lindseymeyerart.com/index2.php" target="_blank">Lindsey Meyer</a>, <a href="http://www.sonyaedwards.net/index2.php" target="_blank">Sonya Edwards</a>, <a href="http://www.carolbensonart.com/index2.php" target="_blank">Carol Benson-Cobb</a>, <a href="http://www.charlotteseifert.com/" target="_blank">Charlotte Seifert</a> are all super talented artists with approachable price points. Check out these links to see more of their works. And another great source for original artwork is <a href="http://shopscadonline.com/" target="_blank">SCAD</a>.</span></div>Gretchen Clarkhttp://www.blogger.com/profile/08362339282471046060noreply@blogger.com0tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-3423632693379884272.post-48416039433405719672011-12-01T12:05:00.000-08:002012-09-24T20:16:26.123-07:00Paris J'Adore<div style="font-family: Arial,Helvetica,sans-serif;">
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<span style="font-size: large;">My hubby and I recently returned from an incredible anniversary trip to London and Paris which I will happily re-live with you! One of the highlights of the trip was my first trip to the famous Paris Flea Market or <span class="st">Les Puces de Saint-Ouen. (Oh, and did I mention the day ended with a wine festival and fireworks over Sacre Couer?)</span></span></div>
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<span style="font-size: large;">First, let me introduce you to our lovely friends Bryan and Laura, who were our fellow explorers! They are captured in a few of my pictures and I didn't want you to think I was stalking anyone. </span></div>
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<span style="font-size: large;">How charming are these little streets? Just shop after shop full of treasures. You will have a very pleasant experience with the help of a few unspoken rules... be polite (say bonjour, merci and au revoir), attempt to speak a little French and ALWAYS ask before you take pictures</span><span style="font-size: large;">! </span><span style="font-size: large;"> </span></div>
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<span style="font-size: large;">The French have mastered many things... one of them being the art of a great chair! </span></div>
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<span style="font-size: large;"> Now those are some sexy legs!</span></div>
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<span style="font-size: large;"> I love the hardware and curves of this piece and the natural finish is yummy!</span></div>
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<span style="font-size: large;"> A great pair of comfy bergeres that even a man would love!</span></div>
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<span style="font-size: large;"> Okay so this is a little ornate for my taste, by you have to appreciate the detail! Could be really striking in an otherwise simple and monochromatic room.</span></div>
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<span style="font-size: large;"> Oh, my love of starburst mirrors... I'll have one of each please.</span></div>
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<span style="font-size: large;">I just loved this lighting sculpture, but it would have to have a very special home... I think my friends Hilary and Drew could pull this off!</span><span style="font-size: large;"> </span><span style="font-size: large;"> </span><span style="font-size: large;"> </span></div>
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<span style="font-size: large;"> This window vignette caught my eye...</span></div>
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<span style="font-size: large;"> Beautiful!</span></div>
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<span style="font-size: large;"> How fantastic would this be in a little boy's room?!? Unexpected and lots of character.</span></div>
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<span style="font-size: large;"> I would keep the finish on these chairs and recover in a luxe solid, like mohair or velvet.<br />
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<span style="font-size: large;">All this hard work of "window licking" (the french term for window shopping) left us famished. Good thing we found Le Paul Bert... to die for food and fantastic hot chocolate! </span></div>
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<span style="font-size: large;">Oh the French and their attention to detail... just look at the way my french onion soup was served. Mouth watering now. </span></div>
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<span style="font-size: large;">... and a Croque Madame?!? I assure you this is NOT how french women stay thin.</span></div>
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<span style="font-size: large;"> I LOVE the detail of the legs on these chairs - with the dainty bronze sabots. And they would work beautifully in a traditional or modern room!</span></div>
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<span style="font-size: large;"> Thinking these chairs would be really smart with a coat of high gloss paint and covered in a supple leather!</span></div>
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<span style="font-size: large;">This settee is precious... wouldn't change a thing. And I love the rug too. </span></div>
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<span style="font-size: large;">Wow the patina in this daybed is wonderful... I need this! </span></div>
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<span style="font-size: large;">Um, yes please. These are just what I need to go with the saarinen style table in our breakfast room.</span></div>
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<span style="font-size: large;">This little cocktail table would be amazing indoors or out. Perfect versatility for unpredictable Texas weather.</span></div>
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<span style="font-size: large;">Making nice with a sweet shop dog at one of my favorite stops... maybe I could score a discount on the fabulous daybed and chairs I was eyeing!</span></div>
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<span style="font-size: large;">This creamy grey and ivory trompe l'oeil buffet would be perfect for your dining room Susan. Just what the design doctor ordered!</span></div>
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<span style="font-size: large;"> Kathryn, these rich leather chairs have the perfect worn look for the cozy gameroom. Paired with the rich velvets and houndstooths in the room... these would be a knock out. </span></div>
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<span style="font-size: large;">This table has Meg written all over it! Maybe we can make a breakfast table version? Love the aged paint finish on the metal legs and of course the pretty stone top. Very french, but with a modern feel. </span></div>
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<span style="font-size: large;">Okay, so this picture doesn't do the sofa justice, but I was going incognito, as we were banned from taking pictures.... oops. Ginny this piece would feel right at home in your living room with the feminine curves and lots of personality! </span><span style="font-size: large;"></span></div>
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<span style="font-size: large;"> And this coffee table would be fabulous in LeeAnn's family room - finished off with a stone top for a little contrast. It even has that little touch of bronze... just for you! </span></div>
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<span style="font-size: large;">And for my MOST important client... my 2 year old son. These would make me a sensation among the toddler set. Merry "pretend" Christmas baby!</span></div>
Gretchen Clarkhttp://www.blogger.com/profile/08362339282471046060noreply@blogger.com1tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-3423632693379884272.post-45657987214343674382011-11-12T23:16:00.000-08:002011-11-13T12:50:59.535-08:00Christmas is Coming!<div style="font-family: Arial,Helvetica,sans-serif;"><span style="font-size: large;">If you are counting down the days to start trimming your tree, then head on over to my holiday <a href="http://chateaumistletoe.blogspot.com/2011/11/countdown-to-christmas.html" target="_blank">blog</a> to hear my thoughts on how to ring in the season!</span></div><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: center;"><a href="http://chateaumistletoe.blogspot.com/2011/11/countdown-to-christmas.html" target="_blank"><img border="0" height="300" src="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEhz0_mprKRlBEanxgE7qvPgakTGHU8zXfT-8btrRQHFLT9vW8acz6ZXQVH4VEGJtoMSCu3Cp7pQm6ePBMmgPq2aYtD3WCFQNXjio7MAwO3ESc8VB4_7C6j1StD3Yb85RkkjcxP1NGT09_yb/s400/Close_up_of_Christmas_tree_decoration_KC122_350A.jpg" width="400" /></a></div>Gretchen Clarkhttp://www.blogger.com/profile/08362339282471046060noreply@blogger.com0tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-3423632693379884272.post-65180000183446117452011-10-30T20:54:00.000-07:002011-11-13T12:51:36.511-08:00Happy Haute Halloween!<div style="font-family: Arial,Helvetica,sans-serif;"><span style="font-size: large;">Tomorrow is Halloween, and the beginning of a season full of holidays! Visit my holiday decor blog "Chateau Mistletoe" for some last minute ideas to lure in some lucky trick-or-treaters!</span></div><div style="font-family: Arial,Helvetica,sans-serif;"><span style="font-size: large;"><br />
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<tr><td class="tr-caption" style="text-align: center;"><span style="font-size: small;"><a href="http://www.janshowers.com/Collection/181/HELEN-MIRROR/">Helen Mirror from Jan Showers Collection</a> and sconces are <a href="http://www.oscardelarenta.com/?folderId=/collections/homecollection/">Oscar de la Renta for Oriental Accent</a></span></td></tr>
</tbody></table><div style="font-family: Arial,Helvetica,sans-serif;"><span style="font-size: large;">My amazing grandparents were kind enough to give us their 1920's Japanese inspired Chippendale dining room furniture that I have adored since I was a little girl. When Nana and Papa purchased the table, chairs and buffet at an auction in the 60s it even came with a sweet love story, as it was originally given as a wedding gift from a groom to his new bride in the 1920s... ahhhh, now that's a wedding gift! I actually have an old newspaper clipping describing the auction and their particular purchase which is a neat piece of history for us to treasure! </span></div><div style="font-family: Arial,Helvetica,sans-serif;"><span style="font-size: large;"><br />
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<tr><td class="tr-caption" style="text-align: center;"><span style="font-family: Arial,Helvetica,sans-serif; font-size: small;">I would love to know more about the history of this furniture, so if there are any furniture buffs out there please educate me!!! All I really know is that it was purchased in the 1920's, but I don't know if it is American or European. And I don't know if it was made in the 20s or if it is older. </span></td></tr>
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</span></div><div style="font-family: Arial,Helvetica,sans-serif;"><span style="font-size: large;">For larger dinners and brunches, I send the hubby to pull out the something like 6 or 7 leaves that can end up filling our entire dining room! But, my very favorite part of the room are the twelve black-lacquered queen anne style chairs, each featuring a unique hand-painted and gold-leafed scene. They really need to be re-lacquered, but in a way the chips and aging are kind of charming. There really is something magical about these chairs, which I treat like my babies... just ask my husband who teases me for my habit of obsessively reminding people to be careful with them. I know, I know not great hostess behavior - I'll have to work on that!</span></div><div style="font-family: Arial,Helvetica,sans-serif;"><br />
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<tr><td class="tr-caption" style="text-align: center;"><span style="font-size: small;">Love my vintage mirrored lucite lamps that were a very kind gift from someone! </span></td></tr>
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</tbody></table><div class="separator" style="clear: both; font-family: Arial,Helvetica,sans-serif; text-align: center;"><span style="font-size: large;"></span></div><div class="separator" style="clear: both; font-family: Arial,Helvetica,sans-serif; text-align: left;"><span style="font-size: large;">I wish I had a better picture of the antique chaise longue that sits in the window. It has all the right curves and I love it! The awesome coral linen velvet has even come full-circle to stylish again! Lately this has become Patrick's song-writing perch... lovingly referred to as the psychiatry chair.</span></div><div class="separator" style="clear: both; font-family: Arial,Helvetica,sans-serif; text-align: left;"><br />
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</div>Gretchen Clarkhttp://www.blogger.com/profile/08362339282471046060noreply@blogger.com0tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-3423632693379884272.post-57040243188078499672010-11-14T20:36:00.000-08:002012-06-30T12:15:17.736-07:00Table Skirt Love<div style="font-family: Arial,Helvetica,sans-serif; text-align: left;">
<span style="font-family: Arial,Helvetica,sans-serif; font-size: large;">As our house continues to fill and overflow with toddler toys, I have found myself needing more storage to hide the craziness! I have finally decided to banish the clutter with something that I love... a skirted table! I just had a console table built for our family room (you could also buy an inexpensive table from ikea, west elm or even a garage sale - we just needed a custom size to fit the space)... The table was designed like Jan Shower's Manhattan table below, with an upper shelf for small baskets and our media electronics and the lower space is lined with baskets holding all of my 20 month old's toys... woohoo to hidden clutter! I am about to send 6 yards of platinum linen and an awesome greek key trim sent to a workroom this week for the custom table skirt... see the design board below with my actual fabric and trim. I plan to pile on pretty books and one of my favorite lamps to soften the lines of the television - and will be sure to post a picture when it is finished! </span></div>
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<span style="font-size: large;">Here are some other great skirted tables. I tend to gravitate towards the more tailored look with pleated corners and trim, but you can also drape a nice silk or linen over any table for a more relaxed look. Skirted tables look fabulous in an entry, as a buffet in your dining room, for a tv console, to cover a dining table, or even as a bathroom vanity. </span><br />
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<span style="font-size: large;">These may inspire you to add STORAGE and STYLE in your home with your own skirted table!</span></div>
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<span style="font-size: large;">Below are a few table skirts all by designer Grant Gibson, who obviously loves a good table skirt! I love how you can see different ways he uses the first table, which is actually in his own home. Notice he shows it with a glass top and without... you could also top with marble or other stone!</span></div>
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<span style="font-size: large;">The gameroom I talked about in December is almost complete</span><span style="font-size: large;">, and until the room is photographed, here are some images of furniture, fabrics and other elements we used to help inspire your own cozy retreat...</span></div>
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<span style="font-size: large;">This galvanized steel coffee table looks fabulous topped with a leather tray and art books. The bottom is perfect for storing games and blankets in large baskets.</span></div>
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<span style="font-size: large;">A small loft/nook is carved out in one corner of the room</span><span style="font-size: large;"> and is piled high with a houndstooth cushion and lots of custom pillows. The pillows and cushion were inspired by menswear textiles and really add a cozy richness to the room. I am a fool for monograms, and the one above was the perfect touch to a crisp ivory linen pillow in the loft.</span></div>
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<span style="font-size: large;">To add a nice pop of color, a large Persian rug was laid over the new sisal-like carpet.</span></div>
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<span style="font-size: large;">One of my favorite additions to the room are the custom built-ins! We transformed an odd attic space layout into a custom media center and bookshelves. The media cabinet was custom finished by </span><span style="font-size: large;"><a href="http://lindebrowningdesign.com/">Linde Browning Giddens</a> with</span><span style="font-size: large;"> base of Benjamin Moore's Wedgewood Gray and a gorgeous glaze that gives it instant patina. It is flanked by antiqued ivory bookshelves (also finished by Linde) filled with pretty books and accessories that were special to the family.</span></div>
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<span style="font-size: large;">The best part of all is hearing the family talk about how much they love their new room and that they spend tons of time there together... that's what it is all about!</span></div>
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<span style="font-size: small;"><span style="font-family: Verdana,sans-serif;"> </span></span>Gretchen Clarkhttp://www.blogger.com/profile/08362339282471046060noreply@blogger.com0tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-3423632693379884272.post-71013027696098934752010-05-23T20:39:00.001-07:002012-06-30T12:15:56.056-07:00Kids Rooms<div style="font-family: Arial,Helvetica,sans-serif;">
<span style="font-size: large;">I apologize for not posting in so long... life has been very busy between juggling my design clients, photoshoots, my mom's illness and traveling with my family. I recently had the opportunity to design and style the room sets for JC Penney's fall baby and teen catalogues which was kind of a fun break in the routine. Kids rooms can be such a fun thing to work on, because I have the freedom to be a little more creative and whimsical than most adults are comfortable with in our own spaces. The art director, Tanya Millet, and I had a great time collaborating on over 30 sets and photographer, <a href="http://www.madiganstudios.com/">Keith Madigan</a>, brought the magic to life through his lens! As soon as I get the images, I will post them for you to see, but in the meantime I would like to share some of my favorite images from Domino and House Beautiful of kids rooms that would make even the most mature adults wish to be young again!</span></div>
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<span class="Apple-style-span" style="font-size: large;"><span class="Apple-style-span">I recently started working on a new project in Park Cities for a young lady with a refreshing sense of adventure. When I heard she loves </span><a href="http://www.kwid.com/"><span class="Apple-style-span">Kelly Whearstler</span></a><span class="Apple-style-span"> I knew we were going to have fun! We are still in the beginning stages, but I am loving the direction of this soon-to-be stylish pad. I am so in love with these fantastic tufted French slipper chairs that are going to be recovered in a gorgeous indigo velvet with a peek of ikat on the back.</span><br />
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<span class="Apple-style-span" style="font-size: large;"><span class="Apple-style-span">sahana ikat by </span></span><span style="font-size: large;"><a href="http://www.fschumacher.com/"><span class="Apple-style-span"><span class="Apple-style-span">schumacher</span></span></a></span><span class="Apple-style-span" style="font-size: large;"><span class="Apple-style-span"> slipper chairs from </span></span><span style="font-size: large;"><a href="http://againandagain.com/"><span class="Apple-style-span"><span class="Apple-style-span">again & again</span></span></a></span><span class="Apple-style-span" style="font-size: large;"><span class="Apple-style-span"> luxury velvet by </span></span><span style="font-size: large;"><a href="http://fabricut.com/"><span class="Apple-style-span"><span class="Apple-style-span">fabricut</span></span></a></span></div>
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<span class="Apple-style-span" style="color: black; font-size: large;"><span class="Apple-style-span"><span class="Apple-style-span">The overall look of this project is a mix of traditional and vintage french furniture with a playful edge and feminine appeal. Subtle pops of pattern along with classic textures like linen, velvet and silk keep the look young and fresh while still sophisticated. A mix of materials (navy lacquered french commode, bronze coffee table, and mahogany lamp tables) come together in a "I didn't try to hard way". And there will be lots of attention to detail with pillows, trims, accessories, artwork and lamps to complete the comfy yet glam room. Here are a few more pieces that I have scoped out for her living room.</span></span></span></div>
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<span class="Apple-style-span" style="font-size: large;"><span class="Apple-style-span">lamps by </span><a href="http://www.arteriors.com/"><span class="Apple-style-span">Arteriors</span></a><span class="Apple-style-span"> </span></span></div>
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<span class="Apple-style-span" style="font-size: large;"><span class="Apple-style-span">Since the client adores Kelly Whearstler I was delighted to run across this image of one of KWID's projects the other day. This shot totally echoes the feel of our room, but instead of being inspiration - it was affirmation! </span></span></div>
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</div>Gretchen Clarkhttp://www.blogger.com/profile/08362339282471046060noreply@blogger.com0tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-3423632693379884272.post-39040382554457669602009-11-17T07:35:00.001-08:002012-06-30T12:16:20.313-07:00A Peek into Glamorous Rooms<span style="font-size: 130%;"><span style="font-family: arial;">Sorry for the delay, but at last here are the images I promised! These are some of my favorite images from Glamorous Rooms, a beautiful coffee table book by Jan Showers. Styling for this book has been one of my favorite projects to work on, and pulling from Jan's enviable collection of lamps and accessories made it all the better!</span></span><br />
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<span class="Apple-style-span" style="font-size: large;"><span class="Apple-style-span">When my July copy of Traditional Home came in the mail I was extra excited to see Kimberly <span class="blsp-spelling-error" id="SPELLING_ERROR_0">Schlegel</span> Whitman's house on the cover! Not only do I adore Kim <span class="Apple-style-span" style="font-style: italic;">and</span> her beautiful house, but I was actually lucky enough to style her home for the 20<span class="blsp-spelling-error" id="SPELLING_ERROR_1">th</span> Anniversary Issue of TH with photographer <a href="http://www.wernerstraube.com/">Werner Straube</a>... and we made the cover! <a href="http://www.janshowers.com/">Jan Showers</a> did a beautiful job designing this gorgeous house - I am privileged to have learned under such a talented designer. Here are images from Traditional Home and some exclusive shots that aren't even in the magazine!</span></span></div>
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<span class="Apple-style-span" style="font-size: large;"><span class="Apple-style-span"><span class="Apple-style-span">If you don't already have a copy of </span></span><a href="http://www.kimberlyschlegel.com/main.html"><span class="Apple-style-span"><span class="Apple-style-span">Kim's books</span></span></a><span class="Apple-style-span"><span class="Apple-style-span"> you need to get them now! </span></span></span></div>
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<span class="Apple-style-span" style="font-size: large;"><span class="Apple-style-span"><span class="Apple-style-span">She is such a creative entertainer and you are sure to be inspired by her clever ideas, sophisticated parties and all the gorgeous images</span></span></span><span class="Apple-style-span" style="font-size: large;">! </span></div>
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