Elephant Hunting in Florida

OK, I am officially over my elephant hunting....for now. Remember the one table that started it all for me?

Which led me to this one, you can read about it here.

Well, I found this one

Available here

$699 + shipping (approx $350 for me). It is in Florida, it is too long 59" and I am putting this one to rest....for now. Go ahead...grab it while you can!

Just Beachy

It's getting cold, so I'm dreaming of the beach...a thick blanket, an oversized sweater, and a good book. If you would like to see any of my other Nantucket Style posts, you can go here. 

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What book would you bring to read?

Nantucket style.......Design Indulgence

I can't think of a better way to spend a Friday, than with the crazy Sheriky Freaky Deaky of Design Indulgence. Although I may have forced her into the One Room Challenge, the fact that she kept blogging about it long after we called "utensils down, hands up", is proof that she really did enjoy herself.  She is here to share her views on Nantucket Style.

It seems like Linda has bullied  asked me nicely to help with her  "31 Day Challenge".....and you all remember the last time I tried to say no to her [the ORC].......well let's just say that it took a while for my kneecaps to heal......:)

The topic is Nantucket Style.  Do I like it?  Is it my style?  Do I even know what it is?  A big fat YES I DO!

In my opinion here is an image that defines NS to me...

It is the most photographed home in Nantucket "The Rose Cottage" owned by Jeffery Bilhuber.  You can google this sucker and about a million images of it comes up including the feature in AD.  After you finish reading this post go here to see the transformation.

Hey...I said AFTER!

Now if we want to talk decor....duh...this is a design blog right?

Baskets and lots of them right.  Stuffed with pillows, magazines or old quilts.

More basket goodness.....

How about blue and white and baskets. 

  

   Source: Patrick Ahearn [architect]  Jeffery B. Haines [designer]

Neutrals, wicker......so calming and peaceful.

A designer of rugs and fabrics, Elizabeth Eakins also defines Nantucket Style to me.  

Here are a few of her designs.

And some beautiful fabrics from her line....

Real purdy huh?

                                                            Source:  BH&G

Perfect example with the vintage oars, blue and white stripe, and texture with the natural shades and baskets.

One more picture to really drill down my point in case you have not been paying attention.

Another iconic designer who has perfected NS is Victoria Hagen 

Might be my favorite......edited, wood for warmth and lots of blue and white.

Whoop Yeah.

So there is your lesson for the day....Nantucket Style 101.

Get some.

All White Foyer

A beach house needs an all white foyer. Nothing says clean, fresh, and summer quite like this

AD This is my idea of  a Nantucket Style entry. For all of my other Nantucket Style post, you can go here. It's the white paneling with a few drops of color sprinkled in.

House Beautiful

Victoria Hagan

Phoebe Howard

I want one. Could you live with this much white?

Nantucket Style....Wedding

I have often dreamed of a destination wedding. People have all kinds of mixed feeling about this. For many, the expense of  it all can be overwhelming. Some find it quite romantic and fun. So, let's dream about having a wedding in Nantucket.
This post has brought stalking to a whole new level. I do not know any of these people. I just love the images...thanks for sharing happy couple, photographer, and wedding guests!
We might as well comment about all of it...don't you think?

Excellent choice in shoes and pottery.

Love the dress and the plank paneling

Cute dog and nice ring.

If I had the choice, I would have taken the car over the party....just sayin.

Oh, it's dad's car!

Mazel!...maybe?

Cutest picture, and I'm glad he doesn't wear socks.

Nope, I wasn't invited. Love the centerpieces.

Great touches

So much better than cake.

The perfect ending to a lovely event.
WAIT!
Here comes the after party....

How does that go...He's just not that into you!!

Put me at this table!

I wish I could hear this

This is about the time I leave a party

All of the images are from Zofia & Co. Modern Nantucket Wedding Photography. You can see more of this wedding, and others by clicking on their name above.

I feel like I should send a gift. 

Nantucket Style.....The Pink Pagoda

When I asked Jennifer if she would help me with my Nantucket Style posts, I should have realized that she probably has a book on it. Did you ever see her book collection?

Jennifer's Book Collection

You must know who I am talking about? It is my dear friend Jennifer from The Pink Pagoda

Jennifer also has an impressive following on Pinterest. If you look at some of her pins, you will know why....and now there is a picture of her, so you can see what she looks like.

I'm so happy so be here at My Crafty Home Life sharing Diamond Baratta's version of Nantucket Style with you today. When Linda asked me to do a Nantucket Style post, I immediately thought of this weekend house featured in the book Diamond Baratta Design. The clients, a Manhattan couple, have a weekend getaway on Long Island. However, Nantucket is their favorite place on earth and they wanted their house to reflect that.

No one ever accused the design duo Diamond Baratta of subtlety. They take "themey" to a whole new level. As it's so blatant, I just get over myself and enjoy the fun and color. If you've been to my blog before, you know I'm crazy for pink and blue together. There's plenty of that here, and I'm so glad to get to share.

This is a detail photo from the rug shown in the first image. Diamond Baratta is well known for designing custom rugs for clients.

I love how the quilt looks cozy/country/graphic/modern all at the same time.

See what I mean about lack of subtlety? Maybe a bit more pink and blue here than even I would do, but I like the slipcovers created for these chairs.

The mural in the entry depicts Nantucket.

The blue and white stripe upholstery with the bright pink welt on the white lacquered furniture is adorable.

Again, they are clearly not afraid of being themey. A word often used to describe their work is "exuberant." I think that's appropriate.

This kitchen is one of my favorites.

I love the idea of using tile to create a gingham look.

Linda, thank you for having me here on your incredible blog. I was thrilled to get to share some pink and blue Nantucket fun with you and your readers!

Thank you, Jennifer.  You can come by anytime.