Cottage Coastal Store Giveaway!

<div style="text-align: center;"><img src="http://cptnrin.smugmug.com/photos/i-jrK2Wsd/0/O/i-jrK2Wsd.jpg" /><br /><a href="http://www.periodliving.co.uk/decorating-ideas/style-inspiration/coastal-decorating-schemes"><span style="font-size: 78%;">source</span></a></div><br />It doesn't matter if you're living in some quaint seaside town (lucky!) or land-locked in the middle of the country like I am, I think it's safe to assume that if you like House of Turquoise you happen to be a big fan of coastal decor. Which is why I'm super excited about today's giveaway from <a href="http://cottagecoastalstore.com/" target="_blank">Cottage Coastal Store</a>! Whether you want a lasting reminder of your favorite beachy destination or are looking to full-on accessorize with that cute cottage look we all love, I know you'll want to check out this online shop! The winner of the giveaway will win a $100 gift certificate...just look at all the turquoise goodies they have to choose from!<br /><br /><div style="text-align: center;"><a href="http://cottagecoastalstore.com/"><img src="http://cptnrin.smugmug.com/photos/i-dfDD5xn/0/XL/i-dfDD5xn-XL.jpg" /></a><br /><br /></div><span style="font-weight: bold;"></span><br /><blockquote><span style="font-weight: bold;">To Enter the Giveaway:</span></blockquote><ul><li>Visit <a href="http://cottagecoastalstore.com/" target="_blank">Cottage Coastal Store</a> then come back here and leave a comment telling us what your favorite finds are. (Anonymous entries will be ignored, so please make sure you leave your email address!)</li><li>For a 2nd chance: "Like" the <a href="http://www.facebook.com/cottagecoastalstore" target="_blank">Cottage Coastal Store Facebook Page</a>, then leave another separate comment here saying you did.</li><li>3rd chance: Follow <a href="http://twitter.com/#%21/cottagecoastal" target="_blank">Cottage Coastal Store on Twitter</a>, then leave another separate comment here saying you did. </li><li>Winner will be randomly chosen and announced on Friday 11/4! Good luck....and Happy Halloween!!!</li></ul><span style="font-size: 130%;"><span style="font-weight: bold;"><br />This giveaway is now closed! </span></span>:)<br /><br /><br /><span style="font-size: 85%;"><span style="font-style: italic;">Love turquoise? Visit my shopping blog </span><a href="http://www.everythingturquoise.com/" style="font-style: italic;" target="_blank">Everything Turquoise</a><span style="font-style: italic;">...updated several times throughout the day! Check out </span><a href="http://www.decorbycolor.com/" style="font-style: italic;" target="_blank">Decor by Color</a><span style="font-style: italic;"> for even more color-themed shopping! </span></span>

Cottage Coastal Store Giveaway!

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Denise Fogarty Interiors

<div style="text-align: center;"><img src="http://cptnrin.smugmug.com/photos/i-SSNvtv7/0/O/i-SSNvtv7.jpg" /><br /><img src="http://cptnrin.smugmug.com/photos/i-2d3bjXv/0/O/i-2d3bjXv.jpg" /><br /><img src="http://cptnrin.smugmug.com/photos/i-VgNXGwq/0/O/i-VgNXGwq.jpg" /><br /><img src="http://cptnrin.smugmug.com/photos/i-MSzV77g/0/O/i-MSzV77g.jpg" /></div><br />Fresh and unexpected, that's precisely why I love these rooms designed by <a href="http://www.denisefogartyinteriors.com/" target="_blank">Denise Fogarty</a> and photographed by <a href="http://aliseobrienphotography.com/" target="_blank">Alise O'Brien</a>! It's really no wonder why Denise was named one of the seven of <a href="http://www.stlmag.com/St-Louis-AT-HOME/March-April-2010/Seven-of-St-Louis-039-Top-Designers/" target="_blank">St. Louis' top designers</a>. I know we're all fans of white kitchens these days (I'm downright obsessed), but aren't they ten times yummier when paired with blue walls? I love the little computer area too, although I know I'd spend way more time there than actually cooking! The living area has so many great details, with a nod to the beach that I adore. And hello there fab-u-lous dining room! The coral artwork pops on that vibrant green, and I love how the gorgeous upholstered chairs just pull everything together so perfectly. If you're loving these rooms as much as me, you'll definitely want to head on over to see more of Denise's work right <a href="http://www.denisefogartyinteriors.com/" target="_blank">here</a>! Have a fantastic Halloween weekend you guys!!<br /><br /><span style="font-style: italic;">Edit: The color in the family room is Benjamin Moore's "California Breeze" #757, the kitchen is Farrow & Ball, "Borrowed Light", and the dining room is a custom mix of Benjamin Moore 1/2 "Perennial" #405 and 1/2 "Huntington Green" #406. </span><br /><br /><br /><span style="font-size: 85%;"><span style="font-style: italic;">Love turquoise? Visit my shopping blog </span><a href="http://www.everythingturquoise.com/" style="font-style: italic;" target="_blank">Everything Turquoise</a><span style="font-style: italic;">...updated several times throughout the day! Check out </span><a href="http://www.decorbycolor.com/" style="font-style: italic;" target="_blank">Decor by Color</a><span style="font-style: italic;"> for even more color-themed shopping! </span></span>

Denise Fogarty Interiors

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EJ Interiors

<div style="text-align: center;"><img src="http://cptnrin.smugmug.com/photos/i-bfMX3g8/0/O/i-bfMX3g8.jpg" /><br /><img src="http://cptnrin.smugmug.com/photos/i-Cw77b6L/0/O/i-Cw77b6L.jpg" /><br /><img src="http://cptnrin.smugmug.com/photos/i-DDB2v2k/0/O/i-DDB2v2k.jpg" /><br /><img src="http://cptnrin.smugmug.com/photos/i-b8tmFzb/0/O/i-b8tmFzb.jpg" /><br /><img src="http://cptnrin.smugmug.com/photos/i-8KmHMx2/0/O/i-8KmHMx2.jpg" /><br /></div><br />I immediately fell madly in love with this space when I saw it on <a href="http://materialgirlsblog.com/dallas/2011/10/06/what-ive-been-dwelling-on-lately/" target="_blank">Material Girls</a>! Emily Johnston of <a href="http://ejinteriors.net/" target="_blank">EJ Interiors</a> designed this fabulous vignette for <a href="http://www.dwellwithdignity.org/" target="_blank">Dwell with Dignity’s</a> new <a href="http://www.nbcdfw.com/the-scene/shopping/Haute-Launch-Thrift-Studio-Pop-Up-130795253.html" target="_blank">Thrift Studio</a> store that recently opened in Dallas. I cannot get over the color scheme here...the bold orange and turquoise color scheme is so fun, but the space feels totally chic. Love the striped fabric on the chairs! And of course the perfect wall color: Benjamin Moore 710 <a href="http://www.benjaminmoore.com/en-us/paint-color/kensingtongreen">Kensington Green</a>. Love! To see lots more photos taken by <a href="http://www.fortworthrealestatephotography.com/" target="_blank">Fort Worth Real Estate Photography</a>, just head on over <a href="http://materialgirlsblog.com/dallas/2011/10/06/what-ive-been-dwelling-on-lately/">here</a>!<br /><br /><br /><span style="font-size:85%;"><span style="font-style: italic;">Love turquoise? Visit my shopping blog </span><a style="font-style: italic;" href="http://www.everythingturquoise.com/" target="_blank">Everything Turquoise</a><span style="font-style: italic;">...updated several times throughout the day! Check out </span><a style="font-style: italic;" href="http://www.decorbycolor.com/" target="_blank">Decor by Color</a><span style="font-style: italic;"> for even more color-themed shopping! </span></span>

EJ Interiors

I immediately fell madly in love with this space when I saw it on Material Girls ! Emily Johnston of EJ Interiors designed this fabulous v...

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I'm back!

<div style="text-align: center;"><img src="http://cptnrin.smugmug.com/photos/i-8kmXfdx/0/O/i-8kmXfdx.jpg" /><br /></div><br />I'm back from North Carolina! <span>What a cool experience that was.</span> Just to fill you in, <a href="http://www.highpointmarket.org/">High Point Market</a> is the largest furnishings industry trade show in the world. Can you say heaven? I'm talking more than 2,000 exhibitors, in over 180 buildings, covering 10 million square feet of showspace! My most comfiest shoes and I only covered a small portion of that during my short stint, but I tried my best to cover the turquoise scene. And boy was there a scene...it was everywhere! (Yay for us!) I need to sort through my many photos and get things organized, but soon enough I'll be sharing some really cool stuff with you!<br /><br /><br /><span style="font-size: 85%;"><span style="font-style: italic;">Love turquoise? Visit my shopping blog </span><a style="font-style: italic;" href="http://www.everythingturquoise.com/" target="_blank">Everything Turquoise</a><span style="font-style: italic;">...updated several times throughout the day! Check out </span><a style="font-style: italic;" href="http://www.decorbycolor.com/" target="_blank">Decor by Color</a><span style="font-style: italic;"> for even more color-themed shopping! </span></span>

I'm back!

I'm back from North Carolina! What a cool experience that was. Just to fill you in, High Point Market is the largest furnishings indus...

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Guest Blogger: Crystal from The Weekend Homemaker

Hi, I'm Crystal, from <a href="http://theweekendhomemaker.com/" target="_blank">The Weekend Homemaker</a>, and I am delighted to be a guest blogger today at House of Turquoise (somebody pinch me!) Erin asked me to share my new home office and I'm really excited to give you the low down on how I turned a rarely used (and poorly decorated) dining room into a space that me and my husband use every day.<br /><br /><div style="text-align: center;"><a href="http://theweekendhomemaker.com/youve-come-long-way-baby/diningroom2-2" rel="attachment wp-att-5920"><img alt="" class="alignnone size-large wp-image-5920" height="433" src="http://theweekendhomemaker.com/wp-content/uploads/2011/10/diningroom2-650x433.jpg" title="diningroom2" width="650" /></a></div><div style="text-align: center;"><a href="http://theweekendhomemaker.com/youve-come-long-way-baby/after3-3" rel="attachment wp-att-5923"><img alt="" class="alignnone size-large wp-image-5923" height="433" src="http://theweekendhomemaker.com/wp-content/uploads/2011/10/after3-650x433.jpg" title="after3" width="650" /></a></div><div style="text-align: center;"><a href="http://theweekendhomemaker.com/youve-come-long-way-baby/home-office-after" rel="attachment wp-att-5924"><img alt="" class="alignnone size-large wp-image-5924" height="433" src="http://theweekendhomemaker.com/wp-content/uploads/2011/10/home-office-after-650x433.jpg" title="home office after" width="650" /></a></div><br />We're a family of four living in a smidge less than 2,000 square foot home, meaning space is at a premium. I calculated that in the last two years, our dining room was used maybe three times. In the meantime, my husband and I were taking turns sharing a desk. Hmmm, what's not right about that picture? We finally decided to give up the notion that we were formal dining room kinda people and make use of a great space.<br /><br />I got busy selling our old dining chairs, desk, desk chair and some bookcases to build up a new office fund. Then, scouring Craigslist, Ikea, Overstock.com, Walmart, and even my own house, I was able to create a great work space for both me and my husband for only an extra $105 out of pocket (in addition to the $740 we made selling our old stuff).<br /><br />There are so many things I like about this space, I can't choose just one. The curtain fabric was the first thing I bought. I originally had something else in mind but saw this fabric on Young House Love (<a href="http://www.younghouselove.com/2011/06/my-babies/">http://www.younghouselove.com/2011/06/my-babies/</a>) and really loved it.<br /><br /><div style="text-align: center;"><a href="http://theweekendhomemaker.com/no-sew-no-problem/hanging" rel="attachment wp-att-4183"><img alt="" class="alignnone size-large wp-image-4183" height="650" src="http://theweekendhomemaker.com/wp-content/uploads/2011/07/hanging-682x1024.jpg" title="hanging" width="432" /></a><br /><br /></div>I was even more thrilled when my go-to paint guy chose <a href="http://www.benjaminmoore.com/en-us/paint-color/palladianblue">Benjamin Moore's Palladian Blue</a> as the perfect complement. I can't tell you how much I love this color. The Palladian Blue paired with the crisp white trim really sets the mood for the space and is a great backdrop for the stark white desks and chairs.<br /><br /><div style="text-align: center;"><a href="http://theweekendhomemaker.com/youve-come-long-way-baby/myside" rel="attachment wp-att-5925"><img alt="" class="alignnone size-large wp-image-5925" height="433" src="http://theweekendhomemaker.com/wp-content/uploads/2011/10/myside-650x433.jpg" title="myside" width="650" /></a></div><div style="text-align: center;"><a href="http://theweekendhomemaker.com/office-progress-update/chair3" rel="attachment wp-att-5835"><img alt="" class="alignnone size-large wp-image-5835" height="433" src="http://theweekendhomemaker.com/wp-content/uploads/2011/10/chair3-650x433.jpg" title="chair3" width="650" /></a></div><div style="text-align: center;"><a href="http://theweekendhomemaker.com/office-progress-update/right-shelf" rel="attachment wp-att-5804"><img alt="" class="alignnone size-large wp-image-5804" height="433" src="http://theweekendhomemaker.com/wp-content/uploads/2011/10/right-shelf-650x433.jpg" title="right shelf" width="650" /></a></div><div style="text-align: center;"><a href="http://theweekendhomemaker.com/youve-come-long-way-baby/light2" rel="attachment wp-att-5911"><img alt="" class="alignnone size-large wp-image-5911" height="433" src="http://theweekendhomemaker.com/wp-content/uploads/2011/10/light2-650x433.jpg" title="light2" width="650" /></a></div><div style="text-align: center;"><a href="http://theweekendhomemaker.com/shopping-house/photos" rel="attachment wp-att-5890"><img alt="" class="alignnone size-large wp-image-5890" height="433" src="http://theweekendhomemaker.com/wp-content/uploads/2011/10/photos-650x433.jpg" title="photos" width="650" /></a></div><br />I couldn't be happier with how this room turned out and that it is no longer wasted space. And of course my husband loves that we were able to do it for less than $105 (+ the proceeds from the sale of our old stuff).<br /><br />Visit my blog, <a href="http://theweekendhomemaker.com/" target="_blank">The Weekend Homemaker</a>, to read more about how this space came together and to see my plans for the adjoining 'formal' living room.

Guest Blogger: Crystal from The Weekend Homemaker

Hi, I'm Crystal, from The Weekend Homemaker , and I am delighted to be a guest blogger today at House of Turquoise (somebody pinch me!) ...

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Guest Blogger: Allison from Spicer + Bank

<div style="text-align: center;"><a href="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEhbqlWlfUcEBIJ5SlDRGpvwMEm7yhsaljCndfiKky8CtziIi8kzPeV6PHWc_ucLESz0CWj8rwwHtzgL17054EE2bLi_Hb6esCUgH0X8Z8HE81CA8HSX3Kry7Hd4hy3137kfny5JCoJhQ7c/s1600/decorpad.com.jpg" imageanchor="1" style="margin-left: 1em; margin-right: 1em;"><img border="0" src="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEhbqlWlfUcEBIJ5SlDRGpvwMEm7yhsaljCndfiKky8CtziIi8kzPeV6PHWc_ucLESz0CWj8rwwHtzgL17054EE2bLi_Hb6esCUgH0X8Z8HE81CA8HSX3Kry7Hd4hy3137kfny5JCoJhQ7c/s1600/decorpad.com.jpg" /></a><br /></div><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: center;"><br /><div style="text-align: left;"><span class="Apple-style-span" style="font-family:Georgia,'Times New Roman',serif;">Hi everyone, it's Allison from <a href="http://www.spicerandbank.blogspot.com/">Spicer + Bank</a>! I am so happy to be here today on House of Turquoise. We all know a pop of turquoise can brighten up any interior, but I especially love the look of turquoise ceramics. And as a lover of all things vintage and a design history geek I thought I would share a bit about the history of these gorgeous hued pieces! </span><br /></div></div><div><span class="Apple-style-span" style="font-family:Georgia,'Times New Roman',serif;"><br /></span></div>Turquoise glazes first began in China during the Song Dynasty (960-1127). And while at first their color was softer, they soon developed a deeper aqua tone. By the early 1500s trade and war booty had brought Chinese turquoise pottery to the Islamic courts in Turkey, where they <i>loved</i><span class="Apple-style-span" style=";font-family:Georgia,'Times New Roman',serif;font-size:small;" > the shade, and they began to add it to their famous dark blue and white ceramics and tiles. Europe was soon also clamoring for the vibrant Chinese pieces and many were made especially for export to the French market. Once in France, they were often fitted with gilt brass mounts - I love the contrast between the organic shaped pottery and the intricate bases! So in short, a craze for all things turquoise is actually quite historic! </span><br /><br /><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: center;"><a href="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEiC1YCrZQ2BL0Z0Lv-tl4hZfI0nBgDHUJAybWAXXbj7hRBZ7KMBOLGvGC40v1jnKu77SKISIlbJUyhzRJcB_zRI-STnBDnK9vW7vLnoxCaEDPvqF0ElmQTkrp_22ZGH_S3nAjuhsoZpECE/s1600/Screen+shot+2011-10-20+at+7.41.45+PM.png" imageanchor="1" style="margin-left: 1em; margin-right: 1em;"><span class="Apple-style-span" style="font-family:Georgia,'Times New Roman',serif;"><img border="0" height="306" src="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEiC1YCrZQ2BL0Z0Lv-tl4hZfI0nBgDHUJAybWAXXbj7hRBZ7KMBOLGvGC40v1jnKu77SKISIlbJUyhzRJcB_zRI-STnBDnK9vW7vLnoxCaEDPvqF0ElmQTkrp_22ZGH_S3nAjuhsoZpECE/s320/Screen+shot+2011-10-20+at+7.41.45+PM.png" width="320" /></span></a></div><br /><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: center;"><span class="Apple-style-span" style="font-family:Georgia,'Times New Roman',serif;">A pair of Chinese turquoise glazed hexagonal vases, late Ming/early Qing dynasty. Such a beautiful crackled glaze on these.</span></div><br /><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: center;"><a href="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEhwWc8kso25Cn_z0urkJHu8gmBhPxu3N7xkF7HKEP5PbTHrrw8_ef4AxrbS5BSc2nWZ1Xtqbwp_VMOMuDpzexve8KD_KiPOzpE0UiDON4_HtI39nRHKOihpkJWb_Wir7fmJNXh29z4EuO4/s1600/Screen+shot+2011-10-20+at+7.29.33+PM.png" imageanchor="1" style="margin-left: 1em; margin-right: 1em;"><span class="Apple-style-span" style="font-family:Georgia,'Times New Roman',serif;"><img border="0" height="200" src="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEhwWc8kso25Cn_z0urkJHu8gmBhPxu3N7xkF7HKEP5PbTHrrw8_ef4AxrbS5BSc2nWZ1Xtqbwp_VMOMuDpzexve8KD_KiPOzpE0UiDON4_HtI39nRHKOihpkJWb_Wir7fmJNXh29z4EuO4/s200/Screen+shot+2011-10-20+at+7.29.33+PM.png" width="180" /></span></a></div><br /><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: center;"><span class="Apple-style-span" style="font-family:Georgia,'Times New Roman',serif;">An Iznik blue, white, and turquoise tile, Turkey, circa 1530 - see that bold bit of turquoise working its way in!</span></div><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: center;"><br /></div><br /><br /><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: center;"><a href="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEi2KpW_2Dol62qyksBnplqjrtyuIk6CXetQw1VFcIcFJgI7o5IrWfwcVXiUwAuC7mOpHKvzkV9uCElnxz0PXK_e4875ITQMUxj2WoAs9Nmfxh_TXvziodfJBFcUhXb2VrUxuZr3oUiQMbc/s1600/Screen+shot+2011-10-20+at+7.24.30+PM.png" imageanchor="1" style="margin-left: 1em; margin-right: 1em;"><span class="Apple-style-span" style="font-family:Georgia,'Times New Roman',serif;"><img border="0" height="171" src="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEi2KpW_2Dol62qyksBnplqjrtyuIk6CXetQw1VFcIcFJgI7o5IrWfwcVXiUwAuC7mOpHKvzkV9uCElnxz0PXK_e4875ITQMUxj2WoAs9Nmfxh_TXvziodfJBFcUhXb2VrUxuZr3oUiQMbc/s400/Screen+shot+2011-10-20+at+7.24.30+PM.png" width="400" /></span></a></div><br /><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: center;"><span class="Apple-style-span" style="font-family:Georgia,'Times New Roman',serif;">Chinese turquoise porcelain bowls (1662-1722) with French gilt mounts added in the 19th century - they are so glam and I love the color and turquoise color combo. </span></div><br /><div style="text-align: center;"><br /><span class="Apple-style-span" style="font-family:Georgia,'Times New Roman',serif;">And now, here are my favorite picks for <i>modern</i> pieces to infuse beautiful turquoise ceramics into your home!</span><span class="Apple-style-span" style="font-family:Georgia,'Times New Roman',serif;"> {I especially love that horse} </span></div><div><br /><span class="Apple-style-span" style="font-family:Georgia,'Times New Roman',serif;"><br /></span></div><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: center;"><br /><span class="Apple-style-span" style="clear: left; float: left; margin-bottom: 1em; margin-right: 1em;font-family:Georgia,'Times New Roman',serif;" ><img border="0" src="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEg1CL3oM5Ga2no7NHJwETwH2H1y8VSZdfHV4jopytXACYxF3Q30vt1m-YIsyyRis9u4FeaCGOiljZWVlQVzV0WUYrer-ppxI-74LArABBFTzIHvP7bac93k_LeROeMqrEFHX_jAx2VY4vs/s1600/Screen+shot+2011-10-21+at+8.11.03+AM.png" /></span></div><br /><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: center;"><span class="Apple-style-span" style="font-family:Georgia,'Times New Roman',serif;">{1} <a href="http://www.laylagrayce.com/Products/Ceramic-Stool-Sky__CYAN01168.aspx">Garden stool</a> </span><span class="Apple-style-span" style="font-family:Georgia,'Times New Roman',serif;">{2} <a href="http://www.atwestend.com/Catalogue/coastal_3/ceramic-fish-vase-turquoise">Ceramic fish</a> </span><span class="Apple-style-span" style="font-family:Georgia,'Times New Roman',serif;">{3} <a href="http://www.mariagefreres.com/boutique/UK/fa+imperial-palace-teapot-turquoise-porcelain-0-6-l+A1688.html">French teapot</a> </span><span class="Apple-style-span" style="font-family:Georgia,'Times New Roman',serif;">{4} <a href="http://www.pier1.com/Catalog/HomeAccentsD%C3%A9cor/tabid/979/CategoryId/927/ProductId/33604/ProductName/Turquoise-Ceramic-Horse/Default.aspx">Horse</a> </span><span class="Apple-style-span" style="font-family:Georgia,'Times New Roman',serif;">{5} <a href="http://www.pier1.com/Catalog/HomeAccentsD%C3%A9cor/tabid/979/CategoryId/135/ProductId/31632/ProductName/Turquoise-Triangles-Ceramic-Vases/Default.aspx">Faceted vases </a> </span><span class="Apple-style-span" style="font-family:Georgia,'Times New Roman',serif;">{6} <a href="http://www.philmichael.com/Turquoise-Cane-Ceramic-Vase-Lamp-26/">Cane table lamp</a></span></div><br /><div style="text-align: center;"><br /><span class="Apple-style-span" style="font-family:Georgia,'Times New Roman',serif;">Hope you enjoyed this bit of design history - I loved sharing! Thanks so much Erin for having me! </span></div><div style="text-align: center;"><br /><span class="Apple-style-span" style=";font-family:Georgia,'Times New Roman',serif;font-size:x-small;" >{Images via <a href="http://decorpad.com/">1</a>, <a href="http://www.christies.com/">2-4</a>, <a href="http://spicerandbank.blogspot.com/">5</a>}</span></div><br /><br /><div style="text-align: center;"><span class="Apple-style-span" style="font-family:Georgia,'Times New Roman',serif;">xoxo </span></div><br /><div style="text-align: center;"><a href="http://www.spicerandbank.blogspot.com/"><img alt="sb signature" height="54" src="http://farm3.static.flickr.com/2523/5751148005_7cac635a48_m.jpg" width="152" /></a></div>

Guest Blogger: Allison from Spicer + Bank

Hi everyone, it's Allison from Spicer + Bank ! I am so happy to be here today on House of Turquoise. We all know a pop of turquoise can ...

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High Point Market

<div style="text-align: center;"><img src="http://cptnrin.smugmug.com/photos/i-btcXZhL/0/O/i-btcXZhL.jpg" /><br /></div><br />I couldn't be happier that it's finally Friday! After not feeling well most of the week, I finally have my energy back and am feeling good. Our house is now officially on the market and with most of the projects completed, it's never looked as nice! And to top things off, this weekend I am headed to <a href="http://www.highpointmarket.org/" target="_blank">High Point Market</a> in North Carolina. I'm not a designer (just a big fan of this sort of thing), so I was super excited when I received an invitation to attend this fall. I can't wait to see all the new products out there and gain a ton of inspiration from the showrooms. Are any of you going? Any tips for this first timer? I'll be back next Wednesday...so be prepared for the full scoop! In the meantime, I've got some great guest bloggers lined up for your turquoise pleasure! :)<br /><br />PS- Don't you love this photo by Micky Hoyle from <a href="http://www.houseandleisure.co.za/cabin-cool/" target="_blank">House and Leisure</a>?<br /><br /><br /><span style="font-size:85%;"><span style="font-style: italic;">Love turquoise? Visit my shopping blog </span><a style="font-style: italic;" href="http://www.everythingturquoise.com/" target="_blank">Everything Turquoise</a><span style="font-style: italic;">...updated several times throughout the day! Check out </span><a style="font-style: italic;" href="http://www.decorbycolor.com/" target="_blank">Decor by Color</a><span style="font-style: italic;"> for even more color-themed shopping! </span></span>

High Point Market

I couldn't be happier that it's finally Friday! After not feeling well most of the week, I finally have my energy back and am feelin...

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Coastal Living's Ultimate Beach House - Part 2

<div style="text-align: center;"><img src="http://cptnrin.smugmug.com/photos/i-DkBzZsV/0/O/i-DkBzZsV.jpg" /><br /><img src="http://cptnrin.smugmug.com/photos/i-TZt9bPp/0/O/i-TZt9bPp.jpg" /><br /><img src="http://cptnrin.smugmug.com/photos/i-2pNsJz9/0/O/i-2pNsJz9.jpg" /><br /><img src="http://cptnrin.smugmug.com/photos/i-XtfwpQX/0/O/i-XtfwpQX.jpg" /><br /><img src="http://cptnrin.smugmug.com/photos/i-KxLtH8W/0/O/i-KxLtH8W.jpg" /><br /><br /><div style="text-align: left;">Even if we ignored the fantastic view of ocean, this tranquil bedroom definitely holds dream status for sure. Today we're visiting the master bedroom <a href="http://www.coastalliving.com/homes/idea-houses/east-ultimate-beach-house-00414000069524/" target="_blank">Coastal Living's Ultimate Beach House</a> designed by <a href="http://www.phoebehoward.net/home.aspx">Phoebe Howard</a> and photographed by <a href="http://www.triagiovan.com/" target="_blank">Tria Giovan</a>. The thing I love most is how the entire space is saturated with the same soothing, watery hue. The <a href="http://www.phillipjeffries.com/" target="_blank">Phillip Jeffries</a> grasscloth on the walls is the perfect backdrop for the antique nautical maps, and that beautiful coral mirror. And I LOVE the cozy corner window seat covered in pretty pillows! I think I'd sit there all day looking out over the water! If you love the space as much as I do, you'll want to check out the Phoebe's <a href="http://www.coastalliving.com/homes/idea-houses/ultimate-beach-house-2011-master-bedroom-00414000072499/" target="_blank">video tour</a> for more fab details the photos don't capture!</div></div><br /><br /><span style="font-size: 85%;"><span style="font-style: italic;">Love turquoise? Visit my shopping blog </span><a href="http://www.everythingturquoise.com/" style="font-style: italic;" target="_blank">Everything Turquoise</a><span style="font-style: italic;">...updated several times throughout the day! Check out </span><a href="http://www.decorbycolor.com/" style="font-style: italic;" target="_blank">Decor by Color</a><span style="font-style: italic;"> for even more color-themed shopping! </span></span>

Coastal Living's Ultimate Beach House - Part 2

Even if we ignored the fantastic view of ocean, this tranquil bedroom definitely holds dream status for sure. Today we're visiting the m...

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Coastal Living's Ultimate Beach House - Part 1

<div style="text-align: center;"><img src="http://cptnrin.smugmug.com/photos/i-22b3xcx/0/O/i-22b3xcx.jpg" /><br /><img src="http://cptnrin.smugmug.com/photos/i-bLbWNRk/0/O/i-bLbWNRk.jpg" /><br /><img src="http://cptnrin.smugmug.com/photos/i-bVR6rcH/0/O/i-bVR6rcH.jpg" /><br /><img src="http://cptnrin.smugmug.com/photos/i-Zx228SQ/0/O/i-Zx228SQ.jpg" /><br /><img src="http://cptnrin.smugmug.com/photos/i-9rLBptR/0/O/i-9rLBptR.jpg" /></div><br />I've been devouring <a href="http://www.triagiovan.com/" target="_blank">Tria Giovan's</a> heavenly photos of <a href="http://www.coastalliving.com/homes/idea-houses/east-ultimate-beach-house-00414000069524/" target="_blank">Coastal Living's Ultimate Beach House</a> designed by <a href="http://www.phoebehoward.net/home.aspx" target="_blank">Phoebe Howard</a> over breakfast for the last few weeks and each morning I discover fantastic new details! It was insta-love with the blue subway tile in the kitchen, but I think it's great how they chose fumed oak cabinets for the bottom and white painted cabinets for the top. The living room and dining are straight up coastal cool with the crisp navy and white stripes against the calm backdrop of <a href="http://www.prattandlambert.com/" target="_blank">Pratt and Lambert's</a> <span style="font-style: italic;">Hesperia</span> on the walls. I love how she used banquettes instead of chairs too! And how about that fab paddle mirror?!? I have no idea where it's from, but I saw a similar aqua one when we were in Nantucket in a cute shop called Anderson's Fine Gifts. Anyone have any idea where else you can get one??<br /><br /><div style="text-align: center;"><img src="http://cptnrin.smugmug.com/photos/i-xmJTKZ9/0/O/i-xmJTKZ9.jpg" /></div><br /><br /><span style="font-size: 85%;"><span style="font-style: italic;">Love turquoise? Visit my shopping blog </span><a href="http://www.everythingturquoise.com/" style="font-style: italic;" target="_blank">Everything Turquoise</a><span style="font-style: italic;">...updated several times throughout the day! Check out </span><a href="http://www.decorbycolor.com/" style="font-style: italic;" target="_blank">Decor by Color</a><span style="font-style: italic;"> for even more color-themed shopping! </span></span>

Coastal Living's Ultimate Beach House - Part 1

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Benjamin Moore's Color of the Year: Wythe Blue!

<div style="text-align: center;"><span style="font-size:78%;"><img src="http://cptnrin.smugmug.com/photos/i-ZXmDZ4D/0/O/i-ZXmDZ4D.jpg" /></span><br /><span style="font-size:78%;"><a href="http://hiyapapaya.com/blog/">Hiya Papaya</a></span><br /><div style="text-align: center;"><span style="font-size:78%;"><img src="http://cptnrin.smugmug.com/photos/1146843240_7ZauN-O.jpg" /></span><br /></div></div><div style="text-align: center;"><span style="font-size:78%;"><a href="http://tobifairley.com/portfolio/leawood/">Tobi Fairley</a></span><br /></div><span style="font-size:78%;"></span><div style="text-align: center;"><span style="font-size:78%;"><img src="http://cptnrin.smugmug.com/photos/i-RFsjG9B/0/O/i-RFsjG9B.png" /></span><br /><span style="font-size:78%;"><a href="http://www.blogger.com/www.avenuebdev.com">Avenue B Development</a> via <a href="http://www.houzz.com/photos/245285/Rosedale-spa-like-master-bathroom-traditional-bathroom-austin">Houzz</a></span><br /><span style="font-size:78%;"><img src="http://cptnrin.smugmug.com/photos/i-Zfc8fm2/0/O/i-Zfc8fm2.jpg" /></span><br /><span style="font-size:78%;"><a href="http://www.blogger.com/www.avenuebdev.com">Avenue B Development</a> via <a href="http://www.houzz.com/photos/268582/Rosedale-Formal-Living-traditional-living-room-austin">Houzz</a></span><br /><span style="font-size:78%;"><img src="http://cptnrin.smugmug.com/photos/i-dCV3stS/0/O/i-dCV3stS.jpg" /></span><br /><span style="font-size:78%;"><a href="http://www.flickr.com/photos/lynnannebruns/6131732062/">lakbdesign/fergusandme</a></span><br /></div><div style="text-align: center;"><span style="font-size:78%;"><img src="http://cptnrin.smugmug.com/photos/i-rf3W9v2/0/O/i-rf3W9v2.jpg" /></span><br /><span style="font-size:78%;"><a href="http://www.flickr.com/photos/lynnannebruns/5459318015/">lakbdesign/fergusandme</a></span><br /></div><div style="text-align: center;"><span style="font-size:78%;"><img src="http://cptnrin.smugmug.com/photos/i-f6G8tQg/0/O/i-f6G8tQg.jpg" /></span><br /><span style="font-size:78%;"><a href="http://www.blogger.com/www.avenuebdev.com">Avenue B Development</a> via <a href="http://www.houzz.com/photos/268581/Rosedale-Formal-Living-traditional-living-room-austin">Houzz</a></span><br /><span style="font-size:78%;"><img src="http://cptnrin.smugmug.com/photos/i-kb8MmSL/0/O/i-kb8MmSL.jpg" /></span><br /></div><div style="text-align: center;"><span style="font-size:78%;"><a href="http://www.simplyseleta.com/2010/06/before-and-after-our-foyer/">Simply Seleta</a></span><br /></div><span style="font-size:78%;"></span><div style="text-align: center;"><span style="font-size:78%;"><img src="http://cptnrin.smugmug.com/photos/i-szT2bs3/0/O/i-szT2bs3.jpg" /></span><br /><span style="font-size:78%;"><a href="http://kelleyhut.blogspot.com/2008/09/home.html">When West Meets East</a></span><br /></div><span style="font-size:78%;"></span><div style="text-align: center;"><span style="font-size:78%;"><img src="http://cptnrin.smugmug.com/photos/i-7fZMZjC/0/O/i-7fZMZjC.jpg" /></span><br /><span style="font-size:78%;"><a href="http://www.flickr.com/photos/lynnannebruns/5685973642/">lakbdesign/fergusandme</a></span><br /><img src="http://cptnrin.smugmug.com/photos/i-vDvgBvS/0/O/i-vDvgBvS.jpg" /><br /><span style="font-size:78%;"><a href="http://www.benjaminmoore.com/en-us/for-your-home/color-trends-2012">Benjamin Moore</a></span><br /></div><span style="font-size:78%;"></span><div style="text-align: center;"><span style="font-size:78%;"><img src="http://cptnrin.smugmug.com/photos/i-MjVpNPt/0/O/i-MjVpNPt.jpg" /></span><br /><span style="font-size:78%;"><a href="http://cottageandvine.blogspot.com/">Cottage and Vine</a> via <a href="http://www.houzz.com/photos/58927/Cottage-and-Vine-eclectic-exterior-other-metros">Houzz</a></span><br /></div><div style="text-align: center;"><span style="font-size:78%;"><img src="http://cptnrin.smugmug.com/photos/i-DjxgrBG/0/O/i-DjxgrBG.jpg" /></span><br /><span style="font-size:78%;"><a href="http://www.flickr.com/photos/24908588@N06/2823764196/">Paige One</a></span><br /><span style="font-size:78%;"><img src="http://cptnrin.smugmug.com/photos/i-KcVB7fz/0/O/i-KcVB7fz.jpg" /></span><br /><span style="font-size:78%;"><a href="http://hiyapapaya.com/blog/">Hiya Papaya</a></span><br /><div style="text-align: left;"><blockquote></blockquote><blockquote></blockquote><div style="text-align: left; font-style: italic;"><blockquote><blockquote>Much more versatile than you may think, blue is truly a classic color. It has universal appeal, never goes out of style, and is overwhelmingly chosen as a color favorite across North America. It evokes the sea and sky, physically calms us, and symbolizes trust and commitment.</blockquote><blockquote>Because of the influence that blue has in our world today, we have chosen Wythe Blue (HC-143) as <a href="http://www.benjaminmoore.com/en-us/for-your-home/color-trends-2012" target="_blank">Benjamin Moore's 2012 Color of the Year</a>. It's a beautiful, calming hue that has an element of heritage and offers grounding rootedness, providing comfort and stability.</blockquote></blockquote></div><blockquote></blockquote><br />Lets hear it for Wythe Blue! I've long loved the color (see my other post <a href="http://www.houseofturquoise.com/2010/08/wythe-blue.html" target="_blank">here</a>) and I know that a lot of you have used it (and love it!) in your own homes, so I was excited to read the news from the paint experts over at <a href="http://hirshfields.wordpress.com/2011/10/14/friday-finds-benjamin-moore-2012/" target="_blank">Hirshfield's Color Club</a>. They shared the 2012 trend colors in a bunch of great room sets...it's crazy how much paint can change the look of a room! Needless to say, I couldn't agree more with Benjamin Moore's choice for <a href="http://www.benjaminmoore.com/en-us/for-your-home/color-trends-2012" target="_blank">Color of the Year</a>. I am also loving their inspiring <a href="http://www.benjaminmoore.com/en-us/for-your-home/color-trends-2012" target="_blank">Earth & Sky</a> color palette that incorporates the color so beautifully! Who is ready to do some painting?!<br /><br /><div style="text-align: center;"><img src="http://cptnrin.smugmug.com/photos/i-dhXrJtx/0/O/i-dhXrJtx.png" /><br /><br /><br /><span style="font-size:100%;"><br /></span><div align="left"><span style="font-size:100%;"><span style="font-style: italic;">Love turquoise? Visit my shopping blog </span><a style="font-style: italic;" href="http://www.everythingturquoise.com/" target="_blank">Everything Turquoise</a><span style="font-style: italic;">...updated several times throughout the day! Check out </span><a style="font-style: italic;" href="http://www.decorbycolor.com/" target="_blank">Decor by Color</a><span style="font-style: italic;"> for even more color-themed shopping!</span></span><br /></div><span style="font-size:100%;"><span style="font-style: italic;"><br /></span></span><div align="center"><a href="http://www.everythingturquoise.com/" target="_blank"><span style="font-size:100%;"><span style="font-style: italic;"><img src="http://cptnrin.smugmug.com/photos/i-9jFPndk/0/S/i-9jFPndk-S.jpg" /></span></span></a><br /></div></div></div></div>

Benjamin Moore's Color of the Year: Wythe Blue!

Hiya Papaya Tobi Fairley Avenue B Development via Houzz Avenue B Development via Houzz lakbdesign/fergusandme lakbdesign/fergusandme Avenu...

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