Thank You HGTV.COM & A Shabby Chic Couture Giveaway & A 12 week Trainer!!!

 

Lots to go over today, I hope you don’t mind

me sharing more images than usual.

 

Kayla Kitts of HGTV.COM contacted us a few weeks ago

and asked if we would shoot our living room and dinning

room and share some tips on decorating with Shabby Chic Couture

finds. You can find the article here, here and here. I also copied it below.

This was  a fun project and I enjoyed working with Janis from Shabby she is a sweet

friend and extremely talented. Thank you for letting us do this.

 

Rustic Comfort

When creating a shabby chic look, it's easy to get carried away with accessories, decor and fabrics galore. According to interior designer Lulu Tapp, less is more when it comes to bulky furniture and accessories, especially in a shabby chic design. "Allow for movement throughout the room when adding sofas, chairs and other large pieces of furniture; you should emulate a comfortable feeling throughout the space," she says. And one of her top pieces of advice: Avoid clutter at all costs. Design and photography by Lulu Tapp of DustyLu Interiors. Room accessories and decor from Rachel Ashwell Shabby Chic Couture

Antique Wares

When you're not hosting parties or entertaining, use antique tarnished silverware to add decorative detail to your "display-only" table settings. Wrap and tie a handkerchief around a bundle of silverware to give your table even more shabby chic-ness. Design and photography by Lulu Tapp of DustyLu Interiors. Room accessories and decor from Rachel Ashwell Shabby Chic Couture

Gold Trim

Known for its charm yet casual grace, shabby chic designs can also emit an air of elegance. Soft floral patterns in pastels are a common detail in shabby chic dishware. These stunning porcelain pieces also feature a simple yet refined double gold trim around the edges of each dish. Design and photography by Lulu Tapp of DustyLu Interiors

Simple Hosting

One of the most important things to remember when hosting a party or get-together is to make sure your guests feel at ease with their surroundings. "When setting a table for your guests, make it look relaxed and not stuffy, ensuring your guests feel comfortable," interior designer Lulu Tapp says. In this luxurious dining room, a ruffled and wrinkled tablecloth immediately emits a casual feel, while simple table settings are less intimidating and more inviting. Design and photography by Lulu Tapp of DustyLu Interiors. Room accessories and decor from Rachel Ashwell Shabby Chic Couture

I love these plates from Shabby Chic Couture

You can find all these items on their website or at any one of the

Shabby Chic Couture locations.

This is a close-up of the ruffles on the table linens.

These vintage candlesticks are from a church in London.

 

Always love fresh flowers!

All the table wares and linens available at

 Shabby Chic Couture.

 

I found this religious statue at a flea market months ago,

it’s rather large and I absolutely love the patina.

 

 

 

My FAVORITE THING 
 I purchased are these  wood rosaries from Shabby Chic Couture.

 Love these pillow with RASC initials on them, they are

the perfect shade of grey!

I re-arranged my furniture in the living room thanks to my gorgeous

friend Kym!!! 

All the accessories and pillows are available at

Shabby Chic Couture.

Another favorite of mine are these votives.

GIVEAWAY!!!

Follow Shabby Chic Facebook page!!!

In celebration of our Treasures by Shabby Chic® quilting fabrics launch we are giving away a one-of-kind quilt made with our new fabrics! To enter, click on the Sweepstakes tab on the left side of our Facebook page. Two runners up will receive a signed copy of Rachel's Shabby Chic Interiors book.

Also don’t forget to follow us on Facebook too!!

I start my 12 week trainer tomorrow!!!

I will also share more recipes on

eating clean and

my progress.

Have a wonderful week!

~lulu