HOUSE TOURS

We recently took the family on vacation in beautiful lake Tahoe. We stayed in a cute little cottage just off the water. Besides all the great outdoor activities we planned for the kids my husband and I enjoyed taking long walks to admire drool over  some of the many vacation homes in the area. Which started us thinking of next years vacation spot.....And I found this rental today and thought you might like to see what $135,000 can get you in the HAMPTONS.

If you were lucky enough to see the movie GREY GARDENS (aired in 2009 on HBO) you will recognize this house.

GREY GARDENS TODAY

         

Drew Barrymore starred with Jessica Lange in this film based on the life stories of the eccentric aunt and first cousin of Jackie Onassis (both named Edith Bouvier Beale aka "Big and Little Edie") raised as Park Avenue débutantes but who withdrew from New York society, taking shelter at their Long Island summer home, "Grey Gardens." As their wealth and contact with the outside world dwindled, so did their grasp on reality. 

 The house was called Grey Gardens because of the color of the dunes, the cement garden walls, and the sea mist.

In the fall of 1971 and throughout 1972, their house was flea-infested, inhabited by innumerable cats and raccoons, lacked running water, and was full of garbage and decay. Their living conditions were exposed as the result of an article in the National Enquirer and a cover story in New York Magazine after a series of inspections (which the Beales called "raids") by the Suffolk County Health Department. With the Beale women facing eviction and the razing of their home, in the summer of 1972 Jacqueline Onassis and her sister Lee Radziwill provided the necessary funds to stabilize and repair the dilapidated house so that it would meet Village codes.

    
 Grey Gardens, 1915.  The house before the solarium was built and the famous upstairs balcony was not enclosed.  Also, the landscaping hadn’t been installed yet.  The original carriage house can be seen behind the house.  The carriage house was sold, enlarged, and still stands today.

Carriage house today

Looking from upstairs down at the swimming pool.

The Atlantic is very close.  Here you can see into the walled garden and the little thatched house. Tennis courts are right behind the pool, hidden by bushes.

Last summer gorgeous potted hydrangeas surrounded the pool.  The homeowners had replaced the shingles a few years ago and now, they have finally reached the gray stage.  The turquoise trim offsets the gray perfectly.   

The landscaping around Grey Gardens is full of hydrangeas.  Hydrangeas have been on the property since Big Edie’s days.

Currant Updated Entry

Gathering Kitchen

 Lets recap what is included built in 1900, 8 bedrooms, 4 bathrooms & 6,000 sq.ft.

'A very special 2 week rental. Fully renovated historic "Grey Gardens" on 2 acres of lush landscaping with pool, pool house, and tennis court. Very close to Georgica Beach. Living room opens to old- fashioned sun porch, formal dining room, eat-in kitchen with staff bedroom. Second floor with 4 bedrooms, 3 baths, plus 2 office/studies. Third floor with 3 bedrooms, 1 bath. ' 

AVAILABLE: August 20 through September 5, for a cool $135,000. 

Wow.  Takers anyone?   At least it includes Labor Day. 

Latest Greatest Thing

I have been a fan of Janell of Max and Isabella for quite some time now.

HER WORK

Janell Beals

 I love her style and sense of humor and most importantly how real and  accessible she is.... awhile back she did a post on her dining room table. It arrived a slightly different color than she was expecting and was in the process of "changing" it by toning down the green cast it had...anyone remember this?

BEFORE

  

At the time she posted this I was in the middle of a clients dining room makeover and this table was a strong contender for the space. I emailed Janell not really thinking I would here from her and to my surprise she wrote me back very quickly and was so kind and helpful.         

All this to say: I have followed her ever since and she has the next greatest thing... besides her wonderful blog she is the mastermind behind her online magazine HOUSE OF FIFTY click on this link to  subscribe for FREE....I promise it is worth it, here are some of my favorites.      

                                         

House of Fifty Fall Issue

And here is the table she "toned down" 

AFTER

                           NOW DO YOU UNDERSTAND?

The Fall issue went live this morning go check it out (here) I already did and here is one of my favorite pics.

I Love The Mix Of Patterns!

A great big "THANK YOU" to Janell for giving us such a wonderful visually satisfying experience.

Etsy Treasury

'Strawberry Freckled Lemonade' by MODERNVINTAGEMARKET

Just a list of my currant love affair with all things red and yellow.Enjoy, Caroline

Yellow Rosette Necklace SoleilSelene $21.00	Bird business card hold... riricreations $13.50	Paris Photo Collection ... littlebrownpen $72.00	Alice in Wonderland cup... pinkcherrymama $23.90
Tres Chic Ornate Vintag... shabbymcfabby $89.00	Vinyl Wall Sticker Deca... urbanwalls $30.00	4 vintage up cycled chi... meredithscott $695.00	Yellow Rose Necklace BeadsByEvelyn $27.50
Frida Earrings tamar $24.00	Cascading Damask Save t... shineinvitatio... $100.00	Birth Date Print - Wood... khamm75 $32.00	Vintage Large Red Woode... bellalulu $38.00
If I could maxi dress..... cocoricooo $43.00	Sunflower yellow- maryj... ivoryandmoss $28.00	Red Door in Paris - 8 x... VitaNostra $30.00	Pair of Queen Ann Chair... nenavon $730.00

Treasury tool by Red Row Studio.

Words To Live By

Words To Live By

I recently read the below on a new blog I found Jade's blog of Flipflops & Pearls and thought we should all print this and keep it on our bathroom mirror to read every morning until we have this memorized. Enjoy!!

Flipflops & Pearls

"Lovely Advice"

Health:

1. Drink plenty of water.
2. Eat breakfast like a king, lunch like a prince and dinner like a beggar.
3. Eat more foods that grow on trees and plants and eat less food that is manufactured in plants.
4. Live with the 3 E’s - Energy, Enthusiasm and Empathy
5. Play more games.
6. Read more books than you did in 2010.
7. Sit in silence for at least 10 minutes each day.
8. Sleep for 7 hours.
9. Take a 10-30 minutes walk daily. And while you walk, smile.

Personality:

1. Don’t compare your life to others. You have no idea what their journey is all about.
2. Don’t have negative thoughts or things you cannot control. Instead invest your energy in the positive present moment.
3. Don’t over do. Keep your limits.
4. Don’t take yourself so seriously. No one else does.
5. Don’t waste your precious energy on gossip.
6. Dream more while you are awake.
7. Envy is a waste of time. You already have all you need.
8. Forget issues of the past. Don’t remind your partner with his/her mistakes of the past. That will ruin your present happiness.
9. Life is too short to waste time hating anyone. Don’t hate others.
10. Make peace with your past so it won’t spoil the present.
11. No one is in charge of your happiness except you.
12. Realize that life is a school and you are here to learn. Problems are simply part of the curriculum that appear and fade away like algebra class but the lessons you learn will last a lifetime.
13. Smile and laugh more.
14. You don’t have to win every argument. Agree to disagree.

Society:

1. Call your family often.
2. Each day give something good to others.
3. Forgive everyone for everything.
4. Spend time with people over the age of 70 & under the age of 6.
5. Try to make at least three people smile each day.
6. What other people think of you is none of your business.
7. Your job won’t take care of you when you are sick. Your friends will. Stay in touch.

Life:

1. Do the right thing!
2. Get rid of anything that isn’t useful, beautiful or joyful.
3. However good or bad a situation is, it will change. No matter how you feel, get up, dress up and show up.
4. The best is yet to come.
5. Your Inner most is always happy. So, be happy.                                                                                                                                                                                  

Caroline

Cheap Chalboard Labels

                   

Chalkboard and Vinyl Labels With The Cricut 

I might be the only one still obsessed with anything chalkboard....if you're like me and still have not gotten around to making labels....good news! Here is a cheaper tutorial I found:

 


Cutting vinyl with a Cricut is no new news.  But here is her secret: you do not have to buy expensive vinyl in order to make chalkboard labels {or any other vinyl project like this drink bucket}.  

  You can buy black contact paper.  And it works just the same.  And you get a whole roll of it for the same price as two pieces of vinyl. 
Cut it to size and tape it onto your cutting mat {so it stays in place}.  To use as a chalkboard, write on it (I recommend chalkboard pens}, and wipe off with a damp towel.  Easy peasy.  No more expensive vinyl!
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If you do not have a cricut machine....do not fear.

Things you’ll need:
Chalkboard paper
Shape to cut
Pencil
Craft Knife and cutting mat
Chalkboard pen




Things to do:
1. Decide on the shape you are looking for. You can cut tags, circles or flourishes. Trace the shape onto the chalkboard paper with the pencil or find an appropriate die for your needs.



2. Cut the shape out carefully, being sure the edges are smooth.
3. Peel off and apply to your surface. This is a great way to label cups for a party, identify the contents of a bin or add some flare to a simple notebook.



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Here are a few more inspirations to help kick start your project








                                                  


 

  

    Enjoy Caroline