Thursday, March 29, 2012

~ Inspirations ~



Hi friends..
This post is kind of a hodge podge of a few things...

I took a few photos this morning around my home. 
The photo above and below is from my inspiration board.
I love to fill it with bits and bobs and pretty things like millinery flowers,ribbons,photos and favourite images from magazines.





Some beautiful pink roses from a friend..thank you Kathy ! 


I'm still loving the Rachel Ashwell inspired console my friend Shane made for me.
Perfect for displaying favourite mirrors,candlesticks and home decor books..and of course roses! 


This morning was kind of dreary out so my photos aren't as bright and cheery as they usually are.
I don't mind dreary mornings though..perfect for a cup of coffee and blogging! :)


A new favourite (really big) mug from Target.
 I love the hobnail design.
(They also sell the matching bowls etc.,very cute and affordable)


 And lastly THANK YOU to my sweet friend Tausha for the beautiful white tole lamps.. I LOVE them!
They are perfect for my shabby pink lampshades.


Have a wonderful weekend everyone!! 
xo,
Rachel 
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50 comments:

  1. All Things Chic 2March 26, 2012 at 6:38 PM

    I love the full shots of the rooms taken in your living area !!! Nice airy feeling...
    Blessings Lori

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  2. Rachel Noelle PallasMarch 26, 2012 at 6:43 PM

    Thanks so much Lori! Sometimes I feel it looks too empty and airy! lol :)

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  3. Amy KinserMarch 26, 2012 at 6:51 PM

    That table is just fabulous and fabulously decorated. Your photos are wonderful.

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  4. Courtney ~ French Country CottageMarch 26, 2012 at 6:58 PM

    Lovely Rachel- your roses are so pretty too!!

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  5. Rachel Noelle PallasMarch 26, 2012 at 7:04 PM

    Thanks Amy and Courtney!! xo

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  6. Shabby chic SandyMarch 26, 2012 at 7:08 PM

    Everything looks so pretty--and the roses are gorgeous!

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  7. Whimsical WhitesMarch 26, 2012 at 7:16 PM

    Thanks Sandy!! :)

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  8. Whimsical WhitesMarch 26, 2012 at 7:17 PM

    glad you like the roses Rachel!
    Kathy & Kris

    Whimsical Whites

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  9. AnonymousMarch 26, 2012 at 7:19 PM

    Such inspiration..so beautiful..amour!

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  10. Rachel Noelle PallasMarch 26, 2012 at 7:20 PM

    Thanks so much everyone~ xo

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  11. Linen and BurlapMarch 26, 2012 at 7:36 PM

    Lovely.

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  12. savvycityfarmerMarch 26, 2012 at 8:00 PM

    girl, you've got it goin' on!!

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  13. AnonymousMarch 26, 2012 at 8:16 PM

    So lovely Rachel!! Everything in your home is just perfect! I love the inspiration board, that's a great idea.
    Hope you have a wonderful week.
    Sincerely,
    Melinda

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  14. SeawashedMarch 26, 2012 at 8:31 PM

    So pretty. I saw those mugs and bowls at Target and loved them too. Your home is always beautiful and I like the grey haze of the day. Are your floors hardwood or laminate?

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  15. TriciaMarch 26, 2012 at 8:40 PM

    Your home is looking as pretty as ever, Rachel. The roses are so beautiful...what a sweet gift. Hope you're having a good week ♥

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  16. jessicaMarch 26, 2012 at 8:51 PM

    Beautiful!! Are those little pink shades the ones you dyed and showed last week?

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  17. JenneliseMarch 26, 2012 at 9:01 PM

    I love your inspiration board! The flowers are such a nice touch!
    Jennelise

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  18. Michele M./ Finch RestMarch 26, 2012 at 9:34 PM

    Oh so beautiful!

    I just love your home and tastes.

    That console your friend made for you is SO perfect for that space!

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  19. DeseraeMarch 26, 2012 at 9:48 PM

    Just gorgeous!!!! Your roses are so beautiful too :o)
    ~Des

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  20. Rachel Noelle PallasMarch 26, 2012 at 11:26 PM

    Thanks so much everyone!!
    Kerrie, The floors are the original 1930s hardwoods.
    Jessica, Yes those are the shades I blogged about last week.

    xoxo

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  21. RozmeenMarch 27, 2012 at 12:53 AM

    Hi Rachel,

    Lovely those pink roses from your friend and the moodboard is lovely. I can imagine you get inspiration out of it everytime you look at it.

    xoxo Rozmeen

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  22. Blondie's JournalMarch 27, 2012 at 2:36 AM

    Beautiful pictures, you really have a lovely home, Rachel! I have to have a look at Target for those mugs!

    XO,
    Jane

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  23. Amy ChalmersMarch 27, 2012 at 5:07 AM

    So pretty RAchel!~the table really is outstanding and a great display piece. It has never looked better! I love the stacked mirror and the empty wire tower next to it is awesome too.

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  24. DebbieMarch 27, 2012 at 6:20 AM

    Even on a dreary day your home is a lovely place Rachel. So peaceful, and serene.
    xxoo

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  25. michelleMarch 27, 2012 at 6:39 AM

    Your home is so beautiful! I am so in love with your console!
    Oh my I go away for a bit and you changed your blog name, I love it!
    xoxoxo

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  26. miss flibbertigibbetMarch 27, 2012 at 7:34 AM

    Oh Rachel, those pics are so lovely! I love your inspiration board!
    Lorraine

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  27. Fresh Vanilla For CMarch 27, 2012 at 8:32 AM

    Hi Rachel~~ I am drinking my morning coffee out of that very same mug!! Gotta LOve Target!!! That whole line they have is fabulous. Your home looks so pretty as always:)
    Have a great day
    ~Cheryl

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  28. UnknownMarch 27, 2012 at 9:14 AM

    Gorgeous!

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  29. AnonymousMarch 27, 2012 at 9:54 AM

    Beautiful images! All the white with the lovely pastel shades are gorgeous. I love the lamps!

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  30. ChiPPy-SHaBByMarch 27, 2012 at 10:12 AM

    The White-Painted TOLE FLOWER Lamp with the pink shade ~ Really Caught My Eye!*!*!
    Jeanine Burkhardt

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  31. KateMarch 27, 2012 at 11:49 AM

    Im getting spoiled since I can see your beautiful photos on FB but I wanted to stop by and say how gorgeous it all is. You do such a lovely display. Have a great week

    xoxo
    Kate

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  32. Chrissy...The Apothecary ShopMarch 27, 2012 at 2:19 PM

    Amazing post...love all the details..x0x0

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  33. Sherry HicksMarch 28, 2012 at 4:55 AM

    Rachel it is all so beautiful, I love your lighter console I recently went to the prairie and took pics my last couple of post, love your take on the shabby style. Beautiful toile lamps and love the target hobnail cup!
    Thanks so much for sharing beautiful pics!
    Sherry

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  34. summersoulMarch 28, 2012 at 7:31 AM

    so funny RAchel. I am a sucker for anything hobnail. As i was reading this and admiring your mercury bowl I was drinking coffee out of my hobnail white mug from target. Then I scrolled down and saw the same mug. separated at birth :)

    MC

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  35. Heather KowalskiMarch 28, 2012 at 12:11 PM

    Rachel... everything is gorgeous!! love the beautiful table!!! what a beautiful home you have.

    xo Heather

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  36. Jenah MartinMarch 28, 2012 at 1:27 PM

    Hi Rachel,
    I adore your inspiration board; it's so beautiful!
    I see that you use lots of pink touches and I love it; it's so soft and ethereal.
    Jenah

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  37. Ivy and ElephantsMarch 28, 2012 at 7:12 PM

    Great inspiration board! Everything is just so feminine and pretty. I love it!
    Please stop by the party, we'd love to have you link!
    Hugs,
    Patti

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  38. AnonymousMarch 29, 2012 at 9:06 AM

    Your home is gorgeous, Rachel!!!
    Hope you are having a wonderful week!
    Hugs,
    Zuzu

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  39. johnMarch 29, 2012 at 9:31 AM

    Love that mug...and your lamps look great ! An inspiration board is always a great idea and yours is so feminine and pretty. Gail x

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  40. UnknownMarch 29, 2012 at 12:02 PM

    Very pretty, Rachel! Just enough pretties to look gorgeous without too much...love it. I love your furniture pieces too.

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  41. Leena Milligan LanteigneMarch 29, 2012 at 4:43 PM

    Cloudy day or not, your pictures are so cheerful! Thank you for sharing! Hugs, Leena

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  42. Heaven's WalkMarch 29, 2012 at 6:53 PM

    Gorgeous gorgeous gorgeous, Rachel! I just adore the way your decor has shifted. ♥ And now I must find a couple of those tole lamps someplace. They're beautiful!!! :)

    xoxo laurie

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  43. Rachel Noelle PallasMarch 29, 2012 at 11:40 PM

    Thanks so much everyone!! I really love reading your comments and apologize if it takes me a while to get back to you! xoxoxo

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  44. Brenda ~ The Heminger FarmhouseMarch 30, 2012 at 12:52 PM

    Gorgeous photos of your beautiful home ~ love the tole lamps, and are perfect with the pink shades; very shabby chic! The roses, well, pure pink purrfection!!

    Have a lovely weekend!
    Warmest, Brenda

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  45. EddiMarch 31, 2012 at 9:14 AM

    Hi Rachel! Congratulations for your blog!!! Very very nice. I write you from Italy..from Venice! See you
    Paola

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  46. christypMarch 31, 2012 at 10:15 AM

    Hi !!! just want to tell you how much i LOVE your page !!! i love pink and roses sooooooo,,lol,,thanks for sharing this beautiful page, ,,,, christy

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  47. The Porcelain RoseMarch 31, 2012 at 11:51 AM

    Gorgeous photos!
    I especially LOVE the pink lace shades!
    Thank you for sharing!
    Elizabeth
    the Porcelain Rose

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  48. Rachel Noelle PallasMarch 31, 2012 at 11:51 AM

    Thank you all so much!! oxoxo

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  49. Star@PeaceLoveWanderMarch 31, 2012 at 3:50 PM

    SO gorgeous!!! I am in love with your home. I just decorated my apartment with as much Shabby Chic from Target as I could find...you are clearly gifted!!

    XO Star @ Peace Love Wander

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  50. Simply MeMarch 31, 2012 at 5:34 PM

    Love the mug !! I need one like that for all the coffee i drink..lol Everything looks Beautiful I love your home, wish i had a older home like yours... Take care

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xo Rachel