Inspiration

via Simply Me

It was just another manic Monday and my head is spinning. It's nice to have a lovely blog like this to look at at the end of a crazy day.. Simply Me, who I am very happy found my blog, has the same passion for those romantic whites and everything shabby chic as I do. Check out her lovely blog. xx Elena

I heart Rachel Ashwell.. (as if you didn't know!)

Back in November, I met the lovely Rachel Ashwell of Shabby Chic when she was on her book tour for Shabby Chic Interiors. The last year has thrown a lot at her and yet she has spun it around to be something even better than before!.. After Rachel Ashwell Shabby Chic stores closed last year, months later, Rachel relaunched the brand Shabby Chic Couture in Santa Monica, New York and now London too. She is truly amazing.

Here are some images from the gorgeous book..







She is so inspiring in her laid back and serene style. There is something about lovely pale linens, squishy couches, sweet smelling candles, and beat up furniture that just says "flop down and enjoy"

Rachel shared her home with SFgirlbybay back in December. Lot's of lovely pictures here.. behind the scenes with Rachel Ashwell

Rachel's kitchen via SFgirlbybay

One question SFgirlbybay asked Rachel:

Q. What is your biggest interior design nightmare?
A. People want things, too much, too fast, too perfect.

I just love that!.. It's true. Less is more, slow down and see the lovely in the unmade bed!

Rachel Ashwell Shabby Chic Stores Are Re-Opening!

This was the title of one of my morning emails!!!
How happy am I? YAY Rachel fabulous news!!
Rachel Ashwell Shabby Chic Couture

image from Rachel Ashwell's new book Shabby Chic Interiors.

Rachel Ashwell Shabby Chic Interiors coming in October.. counting down the days!!!

See you in NYC in October Rachel!