Inspiration in White: Industrial Lighting

I was looking for a new light for my bedroom and I came across a great store with the most incredible industrial lighting. Really large vintage lamps that you would find in an old barn or warehouse. As I was looking through Pinterest tonight I saw the same kind of lighting in many kitchens and dining rooms. I just love the look and the impact of these large lights, usually in pairs, in stainless, grey and of course black. They give a great edge to any kitchen or dining room and work with many styles but are really perfect in a modern look....and off the subject of lights...what about that black Smeg fridge! Oh my....

Linking with Savvy Southern Style, French Country Cottage, My Romantic Home, Common Ground Do

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Trudy

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Inspiration in White: Etsy Favourites

I opened an Etsy shop for my ceramics this spring and have been spending a fair bit of time looking around at other pages ever since. I am always amazed by how many wonderful shops there are and the incredible creativity of many of the artists! From vintage finds to handmade pieces there is so much to look at and to choose from. Here are a few of my favourites....

When a shop is called All Things White you know I am going to love it and Kathi has done a wonderful job of curating beautiful vintage items. White china, twine and mason jars amongst other treasures, are fun to browse and would add beauty to any collection.

French vintage and antiques are found in this shop The Hope Tree. From enamel address plaques to French serving pieces there is really something for everyone.

I had seen pictures of some of her jewellery on Tumblr and then came across her page, Colby June. Love her rings and will be getting one of these for myself in the near future!

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Trudy

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Designer Home

I really like Rue Magazine and the latest issue has got some great homes and ideas.

This months feature is on designer Caitlin Flemming. The home that she decorated below is actually the home of her mother and their collaboration was obviously a labour of love..and great taste. So simple... but the pieces! The gorgeous mirror in the living room, the armoire in the dining room and of course the amazing antique bed (I am afraid I would have to paint that bed white. I featured a really similar bed on Facebook in white and it is to die for!).

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Trudy

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Linking with: Mod Vintage Life, Savvy Southern Style, French Country Cottage, Common Ground-Do, My Romantic Home

White and Colourful Vintage

I don't normally put homes with a lot of colour in them on my blog but I find this lovely house very inspiring. The white exterior and the all white interior with the colourful vintage furnishings is so pretty and feminine I had to share! I love the use of the pink and turquiose together and the mix of vintage fabrics all with different florals or patterns.

The renovated exterior of this home is so amazing with the balconies all around the house and with those amazing dormer windows. You can see the way the dormers are used in some of the other photos. A big couch sits inside one of them and the big white bed sits in the other making great use of the architecture of the home. You can see there has been a lot of care put into the upkeep and renovation of this home while still keeping its original character and charm.

PHOTOGRAPHY JARED FOWLER

Enjoy!

Trudy

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PHOTOGRAPHY JARED FOWLER

Linking with: French Country Cottage, The Charm of Home , Common Ground-Do, Rooted in Thyme, My Romantic Home, Redoux

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Light Filled Studio

A former barn this property has been converted into a studio for photography. I have often seen these images on tumblr and absolutely loved them. There seems to be such a relaxing feeling to this location and it would make a wonderful spot for a full time home!

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Trudy

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Pale Grey and Wood

This beautiful pale, pale grey home with the warm herringbone wood floor is just a stones throw outside of London. I love way the silver touches and mirrors have been added throughout the space to give that little bit of bling and reflection. The dining room is obviously a really large space and they have filled it well with the two gorgeous tables. Then of course the entry...well it is so perfect with the table and display of the bottles.....love it all..

 

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Trudy

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Linking with: Savy Southern Style, No Minimalist Here, A Delightsome Life, The 36th Avenue, The Vintage Farmhouse, From My Front Porch to Yours, French Country Cottage, Shabby Art Boutique

Mixing Elements

I have individually posted some of these photos on Facebook not knowing they were all from the same house. Clearly I love the style of this home! It is the mix of elements that I find so appealing..the leather chair against the all furniture in the living room, the stacked firewood and the simple wood bench in and otherwise all white kitchen. Well done for sure..

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Trudy

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Edwardian Cottage

This simply beautiful Edwardian home in England is really perfection! Where to begin... the stain glass windows, the moldings, the chandeliers, Mora clock and those panelled walls....wow! The smallish rooms feel much larger with the use of cream on the walls and white on those incredibly high ceilings. Yes, just so lovely....

 

 

  

 

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Trudy

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Linking with: Savy Southern Style, Timewashed, Knick of Time, French Country Cottage, Shabby Art Boutique

The Charm of Home, A Delightsome Life, Common Ground-Do, My Romantic Home, Jennifer Rizzo, Rooted in Thyme, Mockingbird Hill Cottage , Sunny Simple Life

Hey there! I was featured over at Savy Southern Style, Mod vintage Life and Shabby Art Boutique and The Charm of Home, Sunny Simple Life! Go and take a look!

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Black and White Swedish Home

A mixture of old and a little new with elements of folklore and contrasts in black and silver this young couple have created a peaceful and beautiful home. Their next project will be to paint all of the floors and the stairs white...I can't wait to see it after it is complete!

 

 

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Trudy

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Linking to: Sunny Simple Life, Mod Vintage Life, The Dedicated House , Rose Chintz Cottage,

Savy Southern Style, French Country Cottage

I was featured over at The Dedicated House. go on and take a look at her wonderful blog!

Hey, I was also featured at Mod Vintage Life. She has a great blog so pop over to take a look!

Paris Factory Loft

I had seen one of these pictures on Pinterest and found the rest of the photos very recently. I love when that happens and I get to see the whole home. What I like about this is the big letters in the kitchen area and the loose, eclectic decor. I can imagine a young couple or students living in a space like this. Check out the barn lamps above the kitchen counter!

Enjoy!

Trudy

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