I'M DREAMING OF A WHITE CHRISTMAS !

I can't help wishing for snow....I know,  for all you living in a winter wonderland your probably getting a chuckle out of that...HA HA HAAAA!!!  I'm sure if I had to live with it I would end up dreading all the shoveling the chains and slippery roads. But for now I WANT IT !  So bear with me while I dream of my perfect Christmas wishes.

                                    ENJOY and MERRY CHRISTMAS for our home to YOURS !!

#1 A White Christmas

                                                      Maybe more snow than I want.

#2 A beautiful and simple tree

#3 A gracious and inviting table 

#4 Simple and natural decor

#5 Wreaths with fruit

#6 A warm and cozy retreat to escape to

#7 Time to enjoy simple pleasures

                                           #8 A beautiful kitchen to bake and spread love

#9 snow...failing outside my window

#10 A welcoming front door

#11 The cooking gods would call me "queen of the kitchen" 

#12 Wonderful old fashion Christmas memories with my family

 

                                             * NOT NECESSARILY IN THAT ORDER

                                Today's Quote " KEEP CALM IT'S ONLY CHRISTMAS"

                                                           

MY FALL WISH LIST

It seems to be moving slower than expected..........I think I feel this way every year?  What am I talking

 about... FALL WEATHER  !!  I'm ready, bring on the rain soaked streets,  pumpkin lattes, warm

 crock pot meals,  the leaves on the front yard,  the wet umbrellas thrown in my car... that I will probably


complain about and the wet shoes and socks that will be cleaned, but not without a lecture. I know there


is a down side to this season....but even those things can't take away the joy of fall.  So,  I really feel like


nesting lately and compiled my WISH LIST a little early.   ENJOY!!

                                                      
                                                                        2010   WISH LIST

Pumpkins and gourds like these for the front porch.

Finish our courtyard we started....... a few weeks ago.

(Pictures are coming soon !!)

Organize...Organize, I did start on the kitchen, that was easy. Next is the monster closet upstairs.

Finish decorating for the season. LOVE the centerpiece... would probably do mine in faux greens.

Order new serving platters from WEST ELM. (link)

And new silverware from POTTERY BARN. (link)

 “Creativity requires the courage to let go of certainties.” -- Eric Fromm

 “Creativity requires the courage to let go of certainties.” -- Eric Fromm

   “Creativity requires the courage to let go of certainties.” -- Eric Fromm

                                    Caroline   

HARVEST STYLE

It's that time of the year again......MY FAVORITE SEASON !!!  I just LOVE fall.  Who doesn't like the weather turning colder, the leaves painted with beautiful deep shades of colors, baking warm meals, wearing your favorite jeans and a comfy sweater, candles lite all around the house, a warm fire crackling while you relax with your family............. oh and my coffee taste even sweeter. Here are some of my favorite inspirations. Pick a few fresh ideas for your house. Check back for more this week.         

ALL ABOUT PUMPKINS   

                           "Gratitude is not only the greatest gift, it is the parent to all others"
                                                  Gicero          


                                                                      Caroline

DRUM SHADE PROJECT

        

DRUM SHADE D.I.Y.

               I'VE BEEN EYEING THESE DRUM SHADES FOR QUITE A WHILE.  I WAS WAITING FOR THE PERFECT ONE WITH THE PERFECT PRICE (DIRT CHEEP). WELL LOOK WHAT I FOUND.

Check out the D.I.Y. project here -The Keylor Family

Ashley said her project total was under $20.00 .....WOW!!!   CONGRATS ! As soon as I finish mine I will post it. Please send me pictures if you make this shade also.

                                  Caroline

MY PORTFOLIO

As I promised here are a few of my projects, some are not quite finished. 

EASTON ESTATE

PART ONE

EASTON ESTATE / NEW CONSTRUCTION

During construction

This house has been so much fun !!    I was able to design very early on, before the foundation was even poured. Which let me make changes to the 5,000 + sq foot Estate.  

MY FIRST BLOG

Well here it goes.... WELCOME to MODERN VINTAGE MARKET!

After years of designing homes and with so much interest in my ideas and DIY projects, I started an online shop and now my blog. Please let me know what you think. - MOM you don't count!

Lets start with some of my favorite Designers.

Designed
 by Erinn Valencich

            LOVE..... this color contrast !

Design by Elizabeth Dinkel

What colors inspire you?

Design by Tom Stringer

I can't get enough geometric patterns right now I'm completely addicted.

Design by TOM STRINGER

Once again one of my favorite looks neutral background with pops of bold colors in this case black and fuchsia.

Design by Kelly Wearstler

I love her boldness. Too much eye candy can be a good thing.

FRONT DESK     Design by Kelly Wearstler 

This must be a visual feast to visit. It's from the Viceroy Hotel in Santa Monica where Kelly put her signature touch to work. I cant help but show a few more pictures of this Hotel.

LOBBY

DINING CABANA

GUEST ROOM

I'm so glad you found my site and hope you follow me on the beginning of my blogging journey.