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!

Enjoy!

Trudy

xx

Vintage Summer Cottage

Pretty details in this summer cottage that I find really warm and inviting. Take this cottage and put it near any beach and it would fit right in. It reminds me of one of the cottages we stayed in during our summers in Ocean Park, Maine. Fresh with white paint and floors, lots of great vintage details like the lamps in the kitchen and easy rag rugs on the floor complete the relaxed summer feeling. I could see myself leaving sand from the beach trailing through this home! Lavender surrounding the porch and a wonderful outdoor shower just give this home the added touch!

Enjoy!

Trudy

xx

 

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via: Skonahem

California Star

This home is owned by Ellen DeGeneres and it is really a place fit for a star. First the location is nothing short of spectacular! Look at those views! Ellen is known for buying homes redecorating and then selling them and I have seen many of her homes in decor magazines so she and her talented decorators obviously make a great team. (I think that is what it takes for a fantastic outcome in a home, you and your client working at it together!). So many things to love about this California home...for one the clear ping pong table that looks out onto a wonderful interior courtyard with a pool. I also like the room below with the wooden table and the wicker chairs..a lovely romantic space..

Enjoy!

Trudy

xx

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via: Architectural Digest

Mix of Style in Spain

This gorgeous house, photographed by Enrique Menossi, has a really relaxed style. At first it felt French to me but after looking through the photos a few times there is a real mix and that is what I love to see! A little French, a little Gustavian, a bit of Moroccan style (what about that bath!)...but not to much of a Spanish style at all. I love the bedroom with the dainty bed...oh such a crush on that room....with the heavy curtains, the bed layered with covers and that high ceiling! I also really like the little boys room, that could easily be a little girls room.... So beautiful with the draping on the bed.

This home is such a good example of how versatile decorating in white really is! It applies to every style and elevates the elegance and beauty of every space!

Enjoy!

Trudy

xx

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via: Enrique Menossi

Victorian Cottage

This is an old Victorian cottage in England but looking at it from the view of the modern gorgeous kitchen it does not look old or Victorian! Pale greens and blues highlight the open space and match the wonderful colour from the outdoors that is really brought into the room through these incredible folding doors. I would love to have such large doors open to the terrace in my home! 

Once you get into the other rooms we start to see the character of the old house. Some of the great features in this space...well the bathroom is simply beautiful! Love the sink with the amazing mirror above and of course the dressing room would have just about enough space for my clothes...perfect. Have you noticed how many large white mirrors they have in this home? Just about enough to even satisfy my love of mirrors....

Enjoy!

Trudy

xx

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via: Light Locations

Inspiration in White: Natural Home

So what is a natural home anyway? Well, for me it is a home with lots of natural elements and earth tones....a home of great comfort and ease. It is full of grey tones, whites and neutrals with natural stone and wood, linen and fur. There is something so easy in a home like this that you feel comfortable immediately. The furniture must be relaxed with slouchy white couches, low stools and cozy blankets. Linens and baskets, especially these basket lamps, add the finishing touches as do the cotton rugs on the floor. Really so easy and relaxed...love it.

Enjoy!

Trudy

xx

via: remodelista.com, lovewarriors.se, paulinaarcklin.nl, designtraveller.blogspot.com, Bodie and Fou

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Storybook Home

This house looks like it is straight from a storybook with the thatched roof and wonderful garden but it is actually a 200 year old home near the border of Denmark. Beautiful flowers surround this property and open windows bring the fantastic light into the interior spaces. So pretty and feminine with a real Gustavian style in the rooms that fits perfectly with the look of this home. The house is so lovely with accents of red and green throughout and of course there is a perfect Mora clock in the corner of the living room! The painted floor in grey and white is a wonderful added touch. What a dreamy home don't you think?

Enjoy!

Trudy

xx

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via: Weranda

Layers of Style

This is the kind of home I can look at over and over again. Each room has layers upon layers of beautiful pieces and accessories that make this space so interesting. Every surface has  little vignettes and tablescapes that are simply gorgeous! There are many Asian-inspired design ideas in this home with blue and white stools, jars and vases throughout and the superb black armoire in the living room. I love that there are decor items stacked on, above and over just about every table and counter top in the home. There are so many patterns and textures added to the layers but they all work perfectly together. The outdoor spaces are also really great! Overall, a fantastic home!

Enjoy!

Trudy

xx

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via: Lonny Magazine

White in Sweden

This is such a great apartment in Sweden. All white with many of the traditional Swedish touches....gorgeous tiled fireplace, all white wood floors and wonderful moldings. There are several features I really like in this apartment and the first is that every room is off the central hallway. I also love the barn doors that separate the office and living room and did you see that cool trompe l'oeil of the door. Soo cute. The oddly shaped kitchen has also been well done and did you see that interesting fan over the stove? That is new for me I have never seen anything like it! Of course I like Swedish style so much and have blogged about it many times. Here are a couple of other posts with Swedish apartments HERE and HERE...

Enjoy!

Trudy

xx

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via: Alvahem

House with a View

A stunning view is what sold this couple on this California property and I can see why! So gorgeous and so is this home...amazing. Wonderful rooms that look out to the sea all done in varying shades of pale. Large doors throughout the house bring the outside in and give it a real Mediterranean feeling. White washed wood, beams and shutters just add to make this home feel cozy and calm. The island counter in the kitchen is one of the best spots for me as is the master bedroom. How I would love to wake up to that view in the morning! Then there is the beautiful terrace..... Here are a couple of other California homes that I love..ONE and TWO.

Enjoy!

Trudy

xx

via: Elle Decor

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