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Tuesday, April 2, 2013

French Inspired

 

How do you all get inspired?  What are your best sources?  I wanted you to talk to me today about this.


Have some coffee with me.   Where do you get your inspiration for your decorating.

I live in a really rural area with very few magazine racks and very few resources in the library.  My best ideas have come from you.  The blogs are a wonderful way to see what is going on.

I joined Courtney last week for Feathered Nest Friday at The French Country Cottage and she had a post about her inspirations and the first book she featured was The French Inspired Home by Carolyn Westbrook.  Of course I had heard of this book before on blogs, but I have looked for it for awhile and not found it, so I ordered it.   I am now so inspired, this book was beautiful.  Some images from the book below, photography by Keith Scott Morton.

  
 This was very Shabby Chic, I get this look.

 

 How beautiful is this?



 
 Wouldn't you like to blog here?

 
All the photos above from the book: The French Inspired Room by Carolyn Westbrook.


 A few parting shots from me.  Thanks for stopping by for coffee, please leave a comment sharing your favorite inspirations. This is another re-post.  I am doing some housekeeping on the blog and sharing some favorite posts this week that fit the season.


Sherry


I will link to;
Wow Us Wednesdays at Savvy Southern Style 
Strut Your Stuff Saturday at Six Sisters Stuff 
Tweak It Tuesday at Cozy Little House
The Scoop Party at Cedar Hill Ranch  
Make It Pretty Monday at The Dedicated House
Rooted in Thyme Simple and Sweet Fridays
Tutorials, Tips and Tidbits at Stonegable 
Transformed Tuesdays at PJH Designs












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39 comments:

  1. bjJanuary 19, 2011 at 4:44 PM

    I have this beautiful book, too.
    So many of the rooms just take my breath away..but not sure I could actually live in them, day in and day out. We are such casual people, living out here in West Texas.
    I adore getting ideas from catalogs and mostly, BLOGS. :))

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  2. The TablescaperJanuary 19, 2011 at 4:59 PM

    So beautiful and inspirtional!

    - The Tablescaper

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  3. SherryJanuary 19, 2011 at 5:22 PM

    The French inspired room looks like a wonderful book. I have been inspired by many books and magazines over the years. I still love the Romantic Homes Magazine. Cottage Living was one of my all time favorites and I still spend time thumbing through old issues. Victoria magazine and all of their books are great and of course I have learned so much and been inspired by blogs these past few months. You have inspired me to do a post, it has been over a week.

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  4. Happy To Be/ Gl♥riaJanuary 19, 2011 at 5:38 PM

    How very pretty Sherry...I also love to see blogs to see how others decorate and the things that they make always overwhelmes me...Hugs and smiles Gloria

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  5. Sissie's Shabby CottageJanuary 19, 2011 at 6:51 PM

    I love these beautiful photos and I'm going to have to find her book. You are so right, the blogs are so very inspiring.

    hugs
    Sissie

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  6. The Charm of HomeJanuary 19, 2011 at 7:05 PM

    Thank you for commenting. I really wanted to know where you guys were looking for inspiration. I also love Romantic Homes, Victoria, Country Living, and Traditional Home. That is about all we have around my neck of the woods. I recently discovered the website of Restoration Hardware and of course I love Pottery Barn. Sources have dried up somewhat at this time. Magazines I could find 2 years ago just aren't around anymore. Thanks for giving me your sources it is my best reference yet!

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  7. Blondie's JournalJanuary 19, 2011 at 7:16 PM

    I have really been wanting this book but I still need some time to look at the ones that hubby gave me for Christmas. So, thanks for sharing the pictures. Isn't honeysuckle a funny name for this shade of pink?

    I usually order my books from Amazon.com. They have the best prices and ship really fast. Check them out.

    Oh, I love your pretty china. I'd love to have coffee with you!

    XO,
    Jane

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  8. CarolynJanuary 19, 2011 at 8:17 PM

    You set a pretty table and I love the photos of your tulips!
    I don't have that book yet but it does look inspiring. I too find lots of inspiration on all the beautiful blogs out there-yours included!

    Carolyn

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  9. DebbieJanuary 19, 2011 at 8:30 PM

    I love that mirror with all the crystal and candles on it!! That's beautiful.

    For decorating, I get my inspiration from blogland these days more than any place else. In fact, I've been inspired by you more than once!

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  10. Red Couch RecipesJanuary 19, 2011 at 9:07 PM

    What an interesting book. I drool over the pink bureau. Sherry, I do think the blogs are a great way to be inspired. There are so many creative and talented people, like yourself. Joni

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  11. The Quintessential MagpieJanuary 19, 2011 at 9:13 PM

    Your photographs of those tulips and the tablescape with the toile and checks plus all the other elements is just stunning, and your photography... fabulous! We could all learn something from YOU!

    This book does look inspirational, and I will be sure to check it out.

    Happy Tablescape Thursday to you...

    XO,

    Sheila :-)

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  12. Marie ArdenJanuary 20, 2011 at 2:54 AM

    Love the table and the book looks wonderful. Anything French is always a delight.Come visit my pink blog this is my first time joining in on TT. Marie Arden Pink Living

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  13. LoriJanuary 20, 2011 at 5:49 AM

    I love all the natural colored wood pieces. So warm and cozy.

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  14. TriciaJanuary 20, 2011 at 11:05 AM

    Your tulips look gorgeous in that silver coffeepot! They are so artfully arranged! I love the black and white linens, too. I also enjoy looking through beautiful design books!

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  15. Brenda PruittJanuary 20, 2011 at 1:53 PM

    Gorgeous inspiration here! I guess I get my inspiration from other blogs, magazines, and catalogs.
    Brenda

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  16. Marty@A Stroll Thru LifeJanuary 20, 2011 at 2:31 PM

    Ok, I drooled all over the place. I love every picture. They are all just wonderful and such great inspiration and eye candy. The office with the deer head made me think of the theme I am going to use for the guest room. All of your comments and suggestions for the room were so wonderful. Gave me tons to think about. I also went to the sites you suggested and drooled some more. Thanks for the help, I love getting input, helps steer me in the right direction. Hugs, Marty

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  17. SueJanuary 20, 2011 at 3:39 PM

    Love the tulips! I get inspired everywhere. Sometimes it is in nature, it can be some item I find at a thrift store, certainly from magazines and blogs. I think if you open your eyes you can find ideas anywhere!

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  18. AnonymousJanuary 20, 2011 at 5:55 PM

    Gorgeous photos! I love the table.

    Beautiful inspiration, also.

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  19. Alycia NicholsJanuary 20, 2011 at 6:00 PM

    Your French-inspired tablescape is beautiful with the gorgeous toile table covering. Hmmmm....toile. Toile generally depicts the countryside. Countryside...rural. Hmmm...!!!Living in a rural area, I would think that you could find TONS of inspiration all around you!!! Rural areas have all the elements that take us back to a simpler time with nature all around (instead of concrete and towering buildings and honking horns!). I can't tell from your profile what age group you fall in, but I am old enough to remember when as children we let our imaginations rule our creativity. That's what I imagine rural living would inspire. Trends are cool, but I'll bet you have a TON of great ideas in your head that are just dying to get out!!! And we wanna see 'em! Have a great weekend!!!!!

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  20. EllenJanuary 20, 2011 at 8:12 PM

    Oh thank you for the Sherry Inspired Coffee! You have set a Beautiful table! I love the black and white check with the silver coffee pot blooming gorgeous tulips. Stunning, just stunning.

    Thanks for opening the book to share the pictures. I was wondering what it looked like in there. Now I really want my own copy of it!

    xoxo,
    Ellen

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  21. Mid-Atlantic MarthaJanuary 20, 2011 at 8:24 PM

    so many lovely inspirations---thanks for sharing them all!

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  22. Happy To Be/ Gl♥riaJanuary 20, 2011 at 9:50 PM

    Sherry thanks for coming by my dear friend..glad you liked the baby pics..girl I just fell in love with them when I seen them..Many Blessings to you..Hugs and smiles Gloria

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  23. LindaJanuary 20, 2011 at 10:24 PM

    I really enjoyed all of your pictures! I like french country decorating. Please enter me in your giveaway. thank you

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  24. DebbiedoosJanuary 21, 2011 at 10:21 AM

    Sherry that was a gorgeous post, with some fantastic photos. I love French everything! Have a wonderful weekend.

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  25. Wanda LeeJanuary 21, 2011 at 10:43 AM

    Hello Sherry,

    What a wonderful post!..,

    I love this 'French Inspired' book; I have seen it lately reviewed quite a few times now and adore those fabulous images every time I see it!

    Please enter me in your giveaway..,

    .., ( I love your blog banner by the way; the pictures are all so pretty and cheerful)!



    Cheers and hugs from Wanda Lee

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  26. UnknownJanuary 21, 2011 at 4:43 PM

    Oh, how pretty all those beautiful homes are. I love the French look too. I want to change my style to French Country..but I own a home full of Traditional..Guess I will keep what I have and drool over all other designs..too bad we can't have multi homes! LOL!
    Hugs,
    Shirley

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  27. Decor To AdoreJanuary 21, 2011 at 5:40 PM

    I too have this book and just adore all of the images within. I find so much inspiration just waiting within its pages.

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  28. ......Michele @ Portlandia VintageJanuary 21, 2011 at 8:01 PM

    The photos are wonderful (no interest in the cowboy/boy room!) The dark china hutch has inspired me to look at an option for our built-in kitchen china hutch. Maybe charcoal would work with its leaded glass windows! Thanks

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  29. Courtney ~ French Country CottageJanuary 21, 2011 at 9:52 PM

    Hi there Sherry~ Oh I am so glad you got this book!!! I just ADORE it as well-it is filled with so much inspiration!!! Thanks for coming by and sharing at Feathered Nest Friday and for the sweet shout out for my blog too! Hugs, Courtney

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  30. xinexJanuary 23, 2011 at 1:09 AM

    These photos are gorgeous, Sherry! Very inspiring!...Christine

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  31. Entertaining WomenJanuary 24, 2011 at 1:27 AM

    I don't have this beautifl book...yet. Thank you for sharing a peak. Cherry Kay

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  32. LizabethJanuary 28, 2011 at 7:18 PM

    Hi- I'm new to your blog and I already like it! I have a couple of french decorating inspiration books too, but not this one. I'm glad you took on your husbands dare and dared to blog! :) Liz

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  33. Cindy @ Dwellings-The Heart of Your HomeApril 2, 2013 at 8:01 PM

    Now those pictures are inspiring and your photos are beautiful! Love the tulips!
    Blogs are great inspiration, always new and pretty ideas to swoon over!
    Blessings,
    Cindy

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  34. MicupofteaApril 3, 2013 at 12:03 AM

    We get our inspiration and ideas from Catalogs and visiting model homes!
    Shawn

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  35. Debra at HOMESPUN: http://www.thehomespun.com April 3, 2013 at 7:46 AM

    What a pretty book.


    My bungalow is pretty small...I can't decorate very much, but occasionally I'll but This Old House magazine or there is one called ( I think ) Cottages and Bungalows. Growing up and then when I was young raising a family I'd always buy Country Living magazine but it's not worth the price anymore....it is far different and more modern than country.

    Other than a few magazines here and there I mostly enjoy looking at bloggers decor ! :)

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  36. Kerry@homecrushblog.comApril 3, 2013 at 7:52 PM

    I love your tulips in the silver teapot! Going to have to dig out my silver teapot now and work that into a little vignette!

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  37. Cristina GarayApril 4, 2013 at 1:03 PM

    Beautiful inspiration! Your pics are very pretty too!

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  38. UnknownApril 5, 2013 at 9:55 AM

    Sherry your tulips are beautiful. I have picked this book up several times but now ... I might have to just buy it! :)

    ~Liz

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  39. PJH DesignsApril 8, 2013 at 2:28 PM

    I'm always inspired by my fellow bloggers. But I love Romantic Country and Romantic Homes magazine. Thanks so much for linking up at Transformed Tuesday.

    Hugs,
    Peggy~PJH Designs

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