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A Scouted Event in Fort Worth:  Galentine’s

We are so fortunate to live in Fort Worth, Texas, a city filled with many talented and creative business owners, makers, experts and unique finds. And when it comes to hosting or attending ANY event - we have scouted resources to accommodate every detail with the utmost quality!  

The upcoming Valentine’s Day holiday inspired a “boss ladies” lunch among a group of #scouted members (#SCOUTEDevent) to share ideas, stories, celebrate one another, and enjoy a little pampering and delicious food!  

We are so thrilled to highlight fourteen #scouted local businesses from a day filled with inspiration and a positive spirit!  

It all started with Taylor Bradford, of Sugarcreek Event Rentals, who imagined a glam/luxe tabletop design with some modern edges, utilizing a farm table that she custom made by hand. She incorporated purple linens, a combination of blush and crystal glassware, and gold geometric chargers (versus an expected red and pink motif).  

Dark corals, dusty rose, lilac, and creams were brought in with florals to complete the vintage feel. The table was flanked with cross back chairs and a bar cart was utilized for extra spirits!  

The event was held at the beautiful home of the most gracious hosts, Jenny and Jon Castor. The house was built without sparing any details, by Jon Castor of Castor Vintage Homes.  

Calli Galati and Rachel Hausser of Wabash Road designed and printed a beautiful invitation for the luncheon that set the tone for a fun and festive event.  Also, they prepared elegant corresponding menus and placecards for each guest to complete the print suite (placecard calligraphy by Sara Roush of Scripts by Sara).  

Katy Lee, of Floralee, designed custom floral centerpieces for the event. Loose, organic, low profile arrangements of blush and peach ranunculus, eucalyptus, ruscus, stock, Earl Grey roses, and lavender helleborous filled the gold vessels to compliment the table design.

To start the day, all guests were treated to a little pampering!  Two stylists from LUX Machine offered hair styling. From a little curling, to braids, to pulling the sides back - they can do anything to complete a natural/casual look - perfect for a ladies lunch!  

Professional make-up artist, Ashley McNabb of Ashley McNabb Artistry, applied makeup for everyone! She used colors that complimented skin tones and enhanced natural beauty. Lashes were added for an extra special touch!

Jenny Castor, of Luckybee Kitchen, baked the most exquisite, fragrant, and downright yummy, heart-shaped artisan breads with homemade compound butters in three savory flavors.

Claudia Sheddy, of My Sweet Roots, created an elegant, bright, and delicious Shrimp and Avocado salad served on Bibb lettuce and extra lemon, fused with a homemade mayonnaise (which is Whole 30 approved).  

Following lunch, Claudia (of My Sweet Roots) served up the most beautiful Pavlova dessert, covered in the most fresh and brilliant berries. It was absolutely heavenly!  

RIGHT IMAGE:  BuDhaGirl Bangles available at Hale House.

LEFT:  Leigh Brown, TSG Editor/Owner, wearing a silk floral print jumpsuit by Warm, available at You Are Here.

LEFT TO RIGHT:  Kennedy Castor (daughter of Jenny and Jon Castor), and Jenny Castor of Luckybee Kitchen, both styled by You Are Here. Kennedy is wearing pink sateen jeans by AG, pastel shimmery sweater by Brochu Walker.  Jenny is wearing a red jacket by AqC and pearl heart earrings by The Woods Fine Jewelry.  

Katey McFarlan, of Chronicles of Frivolity, Fashion Blogger extraordinaire, is wearing a gold star blush ruffle dress paired with large matte gold hoops and BuDhaGirl Bracelets, styled by Hale House.  

LEFT TO RIGHT:  Kaylyn Sisk of Tan 2 Glow and Taylor Bradford of Sugarcreek Event Rentals. Both styled by Esther Penn.  Kaylyn is wearing a leopard dress with a white bomber jacket.  Taylor is wearing a mustard polka dot two-piece set.

CENTER:  Sarah Cornett, of The Pilates Concept, wearing a black ruffle neck top, with white denim, and chunky chain matte acrylic necklace, available at Hale House.

Lauren Garcia, of Fortress Presents, wearing a pink sweater dress and white jean jacket from Esther Penn.

We had a wonderful time collaborating with one another and celebrating Valentine’s Day with so many talented people in our city! #tellthemscoutsentyou xo-Leigh

PHOTOGRAPHY BY ELLE BOONE PHOTOGRAPHY

RECAP:

Venue:  Home of Jenny and Jon Castor, Built by Castor Vintage Homes

Tablescape Design: Sugarcreek Event Rentals

Paper Suite:  Wabash Road

Makeup:  Ashley McNabb Artistry

Hair Styling:  LUX Machine

Floral:  Floralee

Shrimp Avocado Salad and Pavlova Dessert:  My Sweet Roots

Artisan Breads and Compound Butters: Luckybee Kitchen

Models Styled by You Are Here:

Jenny Castor, Luckybee Kitchen

Kennedy Castor, Daughter of Jon and Jenny Castor

Leigh Brown, TSG Fort Worth Editor/Owner

Models Styled by Esther Penn:

Lauren Garcia, Fortress Presents

Taylor Bradford, Sugarcreek Event Rentals

Kaylyn Sisk, Tan 2 Glow

Models Styled By Hale House:

Sarah Cornett, The Pilates Concept

Katey McFarlan, Chronicles of Frivolity

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❤️𝐁𝐞𝐜𝐚𝐮𝐬𝐞 𝐇𝐞'𝐬 𝐏𝐞𝐫𝐟𝐞𝐜𝐭 𝐢𝐬 𝐋𝐈𝐕𝐄❤️ Get your fix of our 𝓅ℯ𝓇𝒻ℯ𝒸𝓉 heroes! Buy now $0.99 ($4.99 after 14th May) Universal Amazon Link: mybook.to/bhp ~BLURB~ Because He's Perfect is a charity anthology with all proceeds being donated to the Movember Foundation. Twenty-one authors ranging from first time writers to long-term storytellers, seek to dispel all the myths from the romance world about what a perfect hero should be. Emotional or physical disabilities and illnesses are nothing to be ashamed of; in fact they can make a man. With the inclusion of a poignantly emotional foreword by NYT Bestselling Author Carrie Ann Ryan, this anthology will take you on a journey through comedic laughs, sweet contemporary romance, and into the world of darkness and bizarre. Joining the authors on their quest are one graphic artist, two photographers, and two models donating their time and efforts to this project, which has inspired all involved. We hope you will enjoy what you read, 'Because He's Perfect'. Amazon: mybook.to/bhp B&N: http://bit.ly/2SGCpb5 Kobo: http://bit.ly/2DyWkPx iTunes: https://apple.co/2N1PoPu Goodreads: http://bit.ly/2RSzlnE BookBub: http://bit.ly/2Skqwbo Free gift available - a selection of full stories from some of the authors. See the link at the back of the ebook. Foreword - NYT Bestselling Author Carrie Ann Ryan Models Sean Brady Christopher John Photographers Christopher John at CJC Photography David Wills Graphic Artist Charity Hendry at Judged by the Cover. Authors: Alice La Roux Ally Vance Anna Blakely Anna Edwards Claire Marta Danielle Dickson Dani René Elle Boon Jo-Anne Joseph K A Sands K.L. Humphreys Lexi C Foss Lexxie Couper Maria Macdonald Morgan Campbell Murphy Wallace Renee Harless Samantha Lewis Tracie Delaney Victoria L. James #BecauseHesPerfect #AuthorsUnited #CarrieAnnRyan #AliceLaRoux #AllyVance #AnnaBlakely #AnnaEdwards #ClaireMarta #DanielleDickson #DaniRené #ElleBoon #JoAnneJoseph #KASands #KLHumphreys #LexiCFoss #LexxieCouper #MariaMacdonald #MorganCampbell #MurphyWallace #ReneeHarless #SamanthaLewis #TracueDelaney #VictoriaJames #SeanBrady #ChristopherJohn #CJCPhotography #DavidWills #CharityHendry https://www.instagram.com/p/BxPeeErgmCV/?utm_source=ig_tumblr_share&igshid=7dyb51w5y9ic

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Because He’s Perfect is now LIVE!!!! Get your fix of our perfect heroes. Buy now $0.99 ($4.99 after 14th May) Amazon: mybook.to/bhp B&N: http://bit.ly/2SGCpb5 Kobo: http://bit.ly/2DyWkPx iTunes: https://apple.co/2N1PoPu Goodreads: http://bit.ly/2RSzlnE BookBub: http://bit.ly/2Skqwbo Free gift available - a selection of full stories from some of the authors. See the link at the back of the ebook. Blurb: Because He's Perfect is a charity anthology with all proceeds being donated to the Movember Foundation. Twenty-one authors ranging from first time writers to long-term storytellers, seek to dispel all the myths from the romance world about what a perfect hero should be. Emotional or physical disabilities and illnesses are nothing to be ashamed of; in fact they can make a man. With the inclusion of a poignantly emotional foreword by NYT Bestselling Author Carrie Ann Ryan, this anthology will take you on a journey through comedic laughs, sweet contemporary romance, and into the world of darkness and bizarre. Joining the authors on their quest are one graphic artist, two photographers, and two models donating their time and efforts to this project, which has inspired all involved. We hope you will enjoy what you read, 'Because He's Perfect'. Foreword - NYT Bestselling Author Carrie Ann Ryan Models Sean Brady Christopher John Photographers Christopher John at CJC Photography David Wills Graphic Artist Charity Hendry at Judged by the Cover. Authors: Alice La Roux Ally Vance Anna Blakely Author Anna Edwards Claire Marta Danielle Dickson Dani René Elle Boon Jo-Anne Joseph K A Sands K.L. Humphreys Lexi C. Foss Lexxie Couper Maria Macdonald Morgan Campbell Murphy Wallace Renee Harless Samantha Lewis Tracie Delaney Victoria L. James #CoverReveal #BecauseHesPerfect #AuthorsUnited #AvailableNow #RomanceNovels https://www.instagram.com/p/BxNYEsggLE_/?igshid=w9eewtn1gig4

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Because He's Perfect - Anna Edwards

Because He's Perfect A charity anthology with all proceeds donated to the Movember Foundation Anna Edwards Genre: Short Stories Price: $0.99 Expected Publish Date: May 7, 2019 Publisher: Anna Edwards Seller: Anna Edwards Because He's Perfect is a charity anthology with all proceeds being donated to the Movember Foundation. Twenty-one authors ranging from first time writers to long-term storytellers, seek to dispel all the myths from the romance world about what a perfect hero should be. Emotional or physical disabilities and illnesses are nothing to be ashamed of; in fact they can make a man. With the inclusion of a poignantly emotional foreword by NYT best-selling author, Carrie Ann Ryan, this anthology will take you on a journey through comedic laughs, sweet contemporary romance, and into the world of darkness and bizarre. Joining the authors on their quest are one graphic artist, two photographers, and two models donating their time and efforts to this project, which has inspired all involved. We hope you will enjoy what you read, 'Because He's Perfect'. Foreword - Carrie Ann Ryan Authors: Alice La Roux Ally Vance Anna Blakely Anna Edwards Claire Marta Danielle Dickson Elle Boon Jo-Anne Joseph KA Sands Lexi C Foss Lexxie Couper Maria Macdonald Morgan Campbell Murphy Wallace Renee Harless Samantha Lewis Tracie Delaney Victoria L. James Models Sean Brady Christopher John Photographers Christopher John at CJC Photography David Wills Graphic Artist Charity Hendry at Judged by the Cover http://bit.ly/2VOjM6v

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New Orleans Board of Trade Wedding - Kris and Jacob

We loved sharing in this awesome wedding weekend with Kris and Jacob! These two made their long distance relationship work for a while and knew that their love was worth all the hard work and commitment that it takes. The way they look at each other is just the sweetest and can we talk about how much fun they had at their New Orleans Board of Trade reception!? You have to see this party! It was a blast!

Coordination // Crisler Boone

Cinematography // Bride Film

Photography // Lance Nicoll

Rehearsal Dinner // Broussard's Restaurant

Bride Prep // Private Residence

Groom Prep // The Eliza Jane New Orleans

Ceremony // St. Charles Presbyterian

Reception // New Orleans Board of Trade

Hair and Makeup // Verde Beauty Studio

Bridal Gown Alterations // Altered for the Altar

Bride's Gown // Elle James Bridal

Florals // Fresh Cut Catering & Floral

Reception Band // Bucktown All-Stars

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  Plusieurs flics œuvrent dans le milieu criminel sous couverture. En raison de certains problèmes, toutes les identités d’infiltration ont été effacées de la base de données de la police, si bien qu’on ne sait plus qui est qui …

    “Line Walker” (使徒行者) est un thriller d’action sino-hongkongais datant de 2016, réalisé par Jazz Boon qui signe ici son premier long-métrage. Ce film est basé sur une série télévisée du même nom, elle-même réalisée par Jazz Boon. Les acteurs principaux sont Nick Cheung, qu’on a pu voir dans “Nightfall” (2012), Louis Koo, qu’on a pu voir dans “SPL II: A Time for Consequences” (2015), Francis Ng, qu’on a pu voir dans “Exiled” (2006), Charmaine Sheh, qu’on a pu voir dans “Always Be with You” (2017), et Hui Shiu-hung, qu’on a pu voir dans “Out of Inferno” (2013).

Si on voulait résumer ce métrage en quelques mots, ce serait “pourquoi faire simple quand on peut faire compliqué tant le scénario concocté par Cat Kwan est alambiqué. On retrouve une bonne dose d’action dans “Line Walker” et notamment des fusillades et de la baston, mais on s’attendait à mieux, rien que par la présence de Nick Cheung, qui nous a habitué à plus de “folies” dans ses prestations. Il y a également une part de suspense, le spectateur n’étant jamais dans la certitude du positionnement précis des protagonistes, l’histoire laissant flotter le doute quant à savoir qui sont les bons et les méchants.

L’inspecteur Q (Francis Ng) et l’agent Ding Siu-ka (Chermaine Sheh) sont des membres du C.I.B. de Hong Kong (Criminal Intelligence Bureau). Lorsqu’ils sont contactés par quelqu’un précisant qu’il est Blackjack, ils pensent avoir enfin renouer le contact avec l’un des nombreux policiers infiltrés dans les organisations criminelles et dont ils avaient perdu la trace. En effet, après la mort du seul contact officiel de la police, les fichiers avaient été effacés afin de préserver l’identité et la sécurité de ces hommes. Les agents du C.I.B. restent cependant perplexes quant à l’identité de Blackjack.

Ils finissent par identifier Blackjack comme étant Shiu Chi-long (Louis Koo), qui n’est autre que le bras droit de Blue (Nick Cheung). Les deux hommes se connaissent de longues dates et se sont sauvés la vie l’un l’autre à de multiples reprises, mais Blue sait qu’il y a une taupe dans son organisation et il n’exclut pas que Shiu soit l’informateur. Dans ces circonstances, il devient difficile pour ce dernier de communiquer des informations sur un futur trafic de drogue avec le Brésil, où le patron de la triade, Tung Pak-ho (Li Guangjie), tire les ficelles. Ce dernier est singulièrement paranoïa, mais Blue désire prendre du galon dans l’organisation, ce qui entraîne des conflits et des tensions. Pour les agents du C.I.B., le jeu du chat et de la souris devient de plus en plus périlleux…

“Line Walker” est particulièrement dynamique, l’édition proposée par Azrael Chung ramenant le métrage à 109 minutes. Finalement, c’est tellement rythmé que c’est peut-être l’un des défauts du film. Souvent, j’ai tendance à dire de certains métrages qu’ils auraient dû être raccourcis, mais dans le cas présent, l’histoire étant tellement compliquée, que les cinéastes auraient pu facilement pousser vers un film de 120 minutes. Il y a en effet beaucoup de rebondissements et de nombreux personnages ont une double identité. On ajoute à cela une sous-intrigue concernant une prise de contrôle au sein de l’organisation criminelle. Certains personnages désirant s’élever dans la hiérarchie. Et pour compliquer les relations entre les personnages, on trouve également une dose de drame par rapport à l’amitié entre les bons et les méchants et donc l’inévitable trahison qui se profile dans la dernière partie du métrage.

Les valeurs de productions sont plus que satisfaisantes. Kenny Tse signe une très bonne photographie, offrant différents visuels sympathiques, que ce soit pour les séquences matérialisant l’action à Hong Kong comme pour les scènes censées se dérouler au Brésil. La bande musicale orchestrée par Yusuke Hatano vient souligner avec force les passages tendus du récit. La distribution offre de bonnes prestations. Charmaine Sheh offre un côté humoristique à son personnage, ce qui donne lieu à de croustilleux échanges avec Francis Ng. Ce dernier incarne avec calme et méthode un policier consciencieux. Louis Koo fait le boulot dans son rôle à double-face et Nick Cheung est impeccable en gangster, bien qu’on s’attendait à plus d’action de sa part. Hui Shiu-hung dispose d’un rôle secondaire, mais déterminant pour l’intrigue. Enfin, Li Guangjie livre une superbe prestation de gangster paranoïaque et sanguinaire.

En conclusion, “Line Walker” est un bon thriller d’action, disposant d’une histoire compliquée, d’une intrigue à multiples rebondissements et d’un développement dynamique. Le rythme est soutenu, le récit est alambiqué, et la narration fait usage de nombreux flashbacks. La photographie est plaisante, très lumineuse, la bande originale est agréable et harmonieuse tandis que l’édition aurait dû être allongée sur certaines scènes et/ou permettre un développement plus poussé de certains personnages. La distribution offre de très bonnes performances, avec un petit plus pour Li Guangjie pour le côté déjanté de sa prestation. L’ensemble aurait gagné en fluidité sur un format plus long.

    LINE WALKER (2016) ★★★☆☆ Plusieurs flics œuvrent dans le milieu criminel sous couverture. En raison de certains problèmes, toutes les identités d'infiltration ont été effacées de la base de données de la police, si bien qu'on ne sait plus qui est qui ...

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USA: New Orleans Jazz Orchestra Returns from 3-Year Recording Hiatus with "Songs: The Music of Allen Toussaint" on Storyville Records

New Orleans Jazz Orchestra

Returns from 3-Year Recording Hiatus

With "Songs: The Music of Allen Toussaint"

On Storyville Records

   18-Piece Orchestra Celebrates  

New Orleans Legend Toussaint

On Its First Recording Under Artistic Director

Adonis Rose,

Featuring Guest Appearances by

Dee Dee Bridgewater, Philip Manuel, Gerald French

  Digital Release Set for March 29,

Physical Release April 19

  CD World Premiere to Take Place on SiriusXM's

Mardi Gras Radio, March 2-5

         March 1, 2019

    The renowned New Orleans Jazz Orchestra reflects on the wide-ranging influence of the Big Easy's own Allen Toussaint, the legendary composer, singer, pianist, and producer, with the March 29 digital release of Songs: The Music of Allen Toussaint on Storyville Records (physical release is set for April 19). The album features six songs by Toussaint and one associated with him, as well as two original tribute pieces. It also marks the NOJO leadership debut of drummer/artistic director Adonis Rose, who assumed the mantle in 2016 to navigate the 18-piece orchestra out of the troubled waters surrounding its now-departed founder.

  Toussaint, who passed away in 2015, left his deepest footprints in R&B and rock 'n' roll. However, he was also a major figure in the development of New Orleans funk; resonated in country music (by way of Glen Campbell's smash hit cover of "Southern Nights"); and, of course, was steeped in jazz. "[It] was in his blood," Rose says. "There's always some connection to jazz: When you're from New Orleans, there's no way around it."

  When frequent NOJO collaborator Dee Dee Bridgewater remarked that she'd never heard a big band take on Toussaint's music, Rose was instantly inspired. "I said, 'You know what? Yes. That's a great idea. Let's dig into this and make it happen!'" he says.

  L. to r.: Khari Lee (front left);1st row: Ricardo Pascal, Adonis Rose, TJ Norris, Victor Atkins.2nd row: Jeronne Ansari, Trevarri Boone, Ashlin Parker, Chris Butcher, Leon Brown, Mitch Butler.3rd row: Ed Peterson, Barney Floyd, Jonathan Bauer, Stephen Glenn.Back row: Ari Teitel (not on recording), Amina Scott (not on recording), Gerald Watkins, Alexi Marti.

  The results honor not only Toussaint, but the broader musical culture of his hometown. The iconic "Working in the Coal Mine" does not feature a singer, but the band members make New Orleans shouts out of its well-known lyrics. "Southern Nights" takes on a brass-band street groove, while "Java," a Toussaint-penned 1963 instrumental hit for trumpeter Al Hirt, retains and even amplifies the original record's raucous second-line feel. New Orleanian percussionist Gerald French contributes the original "Gert Town," which he flavors with the music of Mardi Gras Indians.

  Toussaint's ballads get attention, too, with help from a powerhouse set of vocalists. Bridgewater brings her vitality to the beautiful "It's Raining" and "With You in Mind," the latter in a duet performance with New Orleans vocalist Philip Manuel. The rhythm & blues staple "Ruler of My Heart" takes on new majesty at the hands of Nayo Jones, NOJO's house vocalist -- and a newly swinging energy in its second half, thanks to Rose and the orchestra.

  Adonis Rose was born January 11, 1975, in New Orleans, the scion of a musical family. He began playing drums at 3 years old, following in his father and grandfather's footsteps, and as a teenager became enamored with the music of fellow New Orleanians Wynton and Branford Marsalis -- with whose father, Ellis, Adonis studied at New Orleans Center for Creative Arts (NOCCA).  

  Rose won a prestigious presidential scholarship to Berklee College of Music in Boston; just afterward, however, Terence Blanchard called and invited him to tour. "So two days after my high school graduation I went out on the road with Terence. That was my first gig," he recalls. He continued to get work with Betty Carter, Marlon Jordan, and the Lincoln Center Jazz Orchestra, ultimately dropping out of Berklee to go on the road and make a home in New Orleans.

  In 2002, Rose became the founding drummer for the nonprofit, Grammy-winning New Orleans Jazz Orchestra (NOJO), the only institution in jazz's birthplace that is committed solely to the music's development. He maintained that position even after moving to Fort Worth, Texas, in the wake of Hurricane Katrina, where he taught at the University of Texas at Arlington and established the Fort Worth Jazz Orchestra. Rose moved back to the Crescent City in 2015, by which time NOJO was his steadiest gig -- soon to be his full-time one.

  For all its uplift of Allen Toussaint and of New Orleans, Songs is also a personal triumph for Rose. Following the controversial departure of founder Irvin Mayfield from NOJO and its subsequent loss of institutional support, he set himself to the fearsome task of rebuilding the orchestra while keeping its sterling musical reputation intact. He succeeded.

  "Almost all of our shows since we started back have sold out," he says. "All of the band members, every single last one of them, came back. The musicians who built this organization, put it on their backs night after night, those are the ones that are doing it again now, along with me." Songs thus stands as a monument to Rose's accomplishment.

  The orchestra will be performing a CD release show at its home base, the New Orleans Jazz Market, on Fri. 3/29, with other shows at the same venue to follow on Fri. 5/3 (a tribute to Whitney Houston) and Thurs. 6/6 (a tribute to Prince). NOJO is scheduled to perform at the Exit Zero Jazz Festival, Cape May, NJ, 4/13; the New Orleans Jazz & Heritage Festival 4/28; the St. Lucia Jazz Festival 5/8-10 (the NOJO 7,with guest vocalist Ledisi); the Ascona Jazz Festival, Switzerland 6/18-30 (in various configurations); and the Detroit Jazz Festival 9/1 (with guest vocalist Dee Dee Bridgewater). NOJO will head to New York later this year for a two-night stand at Jazz at Lincoln Center's Appel Room (12/13-14, with guest vocalist René Marie). Rose, who has also recently been performing with vocalist Kurt Elling's band, is already planning future recording projects with the orchestra, including one with vocalist Ledisi and a Brazilian-themed album. "With a new recording project, touring schedule, and new leadership," says Rose, "the New Orleans Jazz Orchestra is poised for success and committed to spreading our music around the world." 

      Photography: Katie Sikora (orchestra), Chanelle Harris (Adonis Rose).

          SONGS: The Music of Allen Toussaint

      Web Site: thenojo.com  

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Terri Hinte 510-234-8781 hudba@sbcglobal.net terrihinte.com  

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2019 Design Inspirations Event

This year marked the 26th year for Fort Worth’s Design Inspirations Event, a fundraiser supported jointly by volunteers from the Fort Worth Alumnae Associations of Kappa Kappa Gamma and Pi Beta Phi. Gill Children’s Services, Inc. and Rivertree Academy were chosen as this year’s charities.

The event itself, held at Ridglea Country Club, featured over 60 elegant and inspiring tablescapes, creatively designed by local designers, businesses, and individuals. Guests viewed the tables at the Preview Party on Wednesday, February 20th and at the luncheon on Thursday, February 21st, while enjoying a presentation from keynote speaker, James Farmer.  

Southern born and bred, James is a gardener, a professional interior designer, gifted chef, and acclaimed author. Farmer’s natural Southern grace and warm personality lights up any room -- and it certainly lit up the Design Inspirations Event! A skilled and entertaining speaker, Farmer is truly a fresh voice for this generation. 

Farmer shared stories about his upbringing in a small southern town (“Perry-dise”, Georgia) discussed his love for a good “screen” as a decorative centerpiece (“I screen, you screen, we all screen for a good screen”) and shared the details about why Coral (pronounces “Karl” in Perry) is his favorite color!  

James Farmer is the author of the Wall Street Journal best-selling garden book, A Time to Plant, Sip & Savor, Porch Living, Wreaths For All Seasons, A Time To Cook, Dinner on the Grounds, A Time to Celebrate and A Place to Call Home.

A Place to Call Home is his most recent publication and it is also his first interior design book featuring eleven homes from Sea Island to Atlanta to St. Louis and was featured at the event.

We are excited to share some of the most beautiful tables designed by Scouted members!  Photography by Elle Boone Photography.  

Tina McMackin of Arrange Home Staging designed the stage where keynote speaker, James Farmer, delivered his remarks. The setting was classic and timeless with pieces sourced from antique malls, estate sales, and other specialty shops. These are the types of items included in every staging project by Tina, who has a natural ability to make homes sell faster and for a higher price.  

The Scout Guide Fort Worth table featured a beautiful floral design by Katy Lee of Floralee and a combination of wedding china and special pieces passed down in the family belonging to Leigh Brown, Editor/Owner.  The best part was the gift bag filled with items contributed by Scouted businesses!  Special thanks to these businesses for contributing!

LUX Machine

Clearly Handbags

Bottega Design Gallery

Esther Penn 

Hale House

You Are Here

Eyes on Camp Bowie

Michelle Marlow

Mi Casita Preschool

The Pilates Concept

Babies on the Boulevard

Artspace 111

Burt Ladner Real Estate

Simple Things

Inner Light Chiropractic

Interior Designers, Kelley Roberts and Rebecca Atkinson, of Beckley Design Studio, designed their table the same way they would design a room.  

To start, they selected an anchor fabric; in this case Schumacher’s Ming Vase in Jade,  which was made into a custom table runner. They pulled two accent colors from the fabric – the peacock blue (used in the chairs, china pattern, water glasses, and napkins) and the pink (used in the floral and gift wrap).  

The tablecloth was kept neutral and woven seagrass placemats were layered in to add a casual and textural element.  The vintage brass bamboo flatware and bamboo chairs are a nod to the Asian motif in the runner.  Vintage brass candlesticks and white vases were used to brighten the overall design.  

Kelley and Rebecca can see this table residing in a client’s beautiful dining room with a gorgeous Oushak rug underneath and a glowing crystal chandelier above.

The theme for The PlaySpace table was “Willow you come play with us?”  In preparation for the “Willow” Park opening this spring! This will be the 2nd location for The PlaySpace in our area, offering an upscale hourly “drop-in play care with purpose” for children ages 6-weeks to 12 years.

Owner, Lindsay Jones, was a member of the Kappa Kappa Gamma sorority at The University of Oklahoma.  

“Spring Garden Party” was the inspiration behind the table designed by Jessica McIntyre Interiors. All of the following pieces are available at Jessica’s shop, which is open to the public, located on Camp Bowie:

Black ceramic antique pot by Club Cu,

Tablecloth by Pierre Frey, 

Fabric used as the tablecloth,

Decorative bunny cache pots,

Multi colored vases by Bungalow 5,

White/mirror planters

The lemon tree was sourced from Ballard Designs.

Amon Carter Museum of American Art designed this beautiful and elegant table inspired by the 1960s, the decade the museum was founded, featuring pink floral in solid white vessels and shades of pink and orange in the table covering.

The table designed by Artspace 111 was inspired by the art work of local artist, Carol Ivey.  The idea was to invoke the still life scenes that she paints. She has a beautiful window in her studio that casts a lovely light. Her still life has a similar quality to the light in her studio. Pieces from her studio were incorporated into the table design and the artist herself helped with the arrangement.

The initial inspiration behind this table, designed by Rebecca Farris of Bottega Design Gallery, started with the wine bottles, which was the favor (along with an agate wine stopper) for the 8 luncheon guests who sat at this gorgeous table. Owner, Rebecca Farris loves traveling to Palm Springs so she used palm leaves and a color palette of pinks, golds, greens and hints of blue. Rebecca very creatively incorporated materials available at Bottega Design Gallery:

The tabletop featured stunning pink and gold wood screen printed tiles.

Gold glass penny round mosaics were used under the plates.

Greenery was provided by The Greenhouse817.

Talented in so many ways, Kori Green and Ro Rynd of LOCAL Design Studios, designed a table to showcase their line of chic clear handbags, Clearly Handbags, launched due to so many venues requiring ladies to wear clear handbags for sporting events, concerts and other special occasions. Table name, “Go Clearly”, mimics the “Go Kappa” tagline since both Ro and Kori were members of the Kappa Kappa Gamma sorority.  

“Clear” was echoed through every aspect of their design: clear chairs, fishbowls, napkin rings, plates, glasses, acrylic boxes, and tablecloth.  What a fabulous table!  

Interior Designer, Stacie McCans of Paxton Place Design, designed this lovely table with a multi-tiered silver branch floral centerpiece. Of course, we love the incorporation of the current edition of The Scout Guide and the use of black which matches the cover color of Volume 5!  

The “Muted Modern” design and styling for this lovely tablescape was by Sugarcreek Creative.  Sugarcreek Event Rentals provided the rental furniture, florals by  Vivienne & Vine, paper by LaneLove Paper Co., and linen by BBJ Linen.

The event was a huge success and raised money for two wonderful charities while inspiring guests to do more with your own beautiful things at home for entertaining and otherwise!   

Live Love Local!

xo-Leigh

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Because He's Perfect is a charity anthology with all proceeds being donated to the Movember Foundation. Twenty-two authors ranging from first time writers to long-term storytellers, seek to dispel all the myths from the romance world about what a perfect hero should be. Emotional or physical disabilities and illnesses are nothing to be ashamed of; in fact they can make a man. With the inclusion of a poignantly emotional foreword by NYT Bestselling Author Carrie Ann Ryan, this anthology will take you on a journey through comedic laughs, sweet contemporary romance, and into the world of darkness and bizarre. Joining the authors on their quest are one graphic artist, two photographers, and two models donating their time and efforts to this project, which has inspired all involved. We hope you will enjoy what you read, 'Because He's Perfect'. ONLY $0.99 to Pre-order. Pre-Order Links: Amazon: mybook.to/bhp B&N: http://bit.ly/2SGCpb5 Kobo: http://bit.ly/2DyWkPx iTunes: https://apple.co/2N1PoPu Goodreads: http://bit.ly/2RSzlnE BookBub: http://bit.ly/2Skqwbo Foreword - NYT Bestselling Author Carrie Ann Ryan Models Sean Brady Christopher John Photographers Christopher John at CJC Photography David Wills Graphic Artist Charity Hendry at Judged by the Cover. Authors: Alice La Roux Ally Vance Anna Blakely Anna Edwards Claire Marta Danielle Dickson Dani René Elle Boon Jo-Anne Joseph K A Sands K.L. Humphreys Lexi C. Foss Lexxie Couper Maria Macdonald Morgan Campbell Murphy Wallace Renee Harless Samantha Lewis Sienna Grant Tracie Delaney Victoria L. James Facebook Page: https://www.facebook.com/BecauseHesPerfectAnthology/ Website: https://becausehesperfectanthology.com #CoverReveal #BecauseHesPerfect #AuthorsUnited #CarrieAnnRyan #AliceLaRoux #AllyVance #AnnaBlakely #AnnaEdwards #ClaireMarta #DanielleDickson #DaniRené #ElleBoon #JoAnneJoseph #KASands #KLHumphreys #LexiCFoss #LexxieCouper #MariaMacdonald #MorganCampbell #MurphyWallace #ReneeHarless #SamanthaLewis #SiennaGrant #TracieDelaney #VictoriaLJames #SeanBrady #ChristopherJohn #CJCPhotography #DavidWills #CharityHendry #PreOrder #RomanceNovels https://www.instagram.com/p/Bv55TvXg9Te/?utm_source=ig_tumblr_share&igshid=12j8r0dz4kz4n

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A Scouted Celebration

Spring has sprung in Fort Worth!  And no matter your age, it is always fun to gather with friends for afternoon snacks and drinks!  We couldn’t resist this festive occasion among a beautiful group of little people to celebrate 20 years in business for Babies on the Boulevard over delicious and nutritious refreshments at Righteous Foods!  Photos by Elle Boone Photography.

Righteous Foods is known for offering an array of healthy menu items for all ages.  Nothing is processed, and all ingredients come from only reputable and organic sources.  Good for the body and good for the soul.  And kid-approved!  Our littlest tastemakers gave all the snacks a big thumbs up!

Kids Pita Pizza and Apple Slices – Chihuahua Cheese, Romesco, Apples

Franks and Beans - All Natural Hot Dog, Pickled Cabbage, Mustard, Queso Chihuahua, Black beans

Orange Dreamy, El Coco Loco, Ghost of the Green Lantern Smoothies

Each of our tiny guests sported looks from Babies on the Boulevard, the premier “baby shop” in Fort Worth for clothing, accessories, gifts, shoes, and other goodies.  Owner, Lauren Von Kerens, offers a well-curated, ever-evolving inventory of classic and high-quality children’s apparel – not only for special occasions but for festive get-togethers like these and serious play time.

Left to right:

Laurelei Lancarte, Chief Smoothie Expert and daughter of Righteous Foods Owner, Lanny Lancarte, wearing a darling dress and matching bloomers by The Proper Peony.

Carter Cornett, son of The Pilates Concept Owner, Sarah Cornett, wearing a yellow shirt by Florence Eiseman and shorts by Dondolo.

Libby Handlin, daughter of Kelly and Parker Handlin, wearing a floral sundress by Luli & Me.  

Hudson Boone, son of Elle Boone Photography, wearing a precious set by Thread Heirloom.

Haney Handlin, sister of Libby, wearing a smocked number by Luli & Me.  

Graham Cornett, brother of Carter, wearing a shortall by Thread Heirloom.  

Lucy Boone (left), daughter of Elle Boone Photography, wearing a darling dress by Dondolo.

Palmer Powers (right), daughter of Chris and Mikal Powers, wearing a dress and bloomers by Luli & Me.  

Bo Pollock, son of Bekah Hale Pollock, owner of Hale House, wearing a smocked shortall by The Beaufort Bonnet Company.

Bo Pollock (above), son of Bekah Hale Pollock, Owner of Hale House, wearing a smocked shortall by The Beaufort Bonnet Company and enjoying his Yuca Fries.  

The spring weather is perfect for spending time on the patio or inside this cheerful café!  And Babies on the Boulevard is always ready to dress the little ones in your life like the princes and princesses they are!  

Live Love Local!  xo

Righteous Foods | 3405 West 7th Street Fort Worth | 817-850-9996 | INSTAGRAM | FACEBOOK

Babies on the Boulevard | 6323 Camp Bowie Boulevard Suite 145 Fort Worth | 817-737-7171 | INSTAGRAM | FACEBOOK

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Up Close and Personal:  Ian Lobreto and Thomas Serapiglia of The Salon Fort Worth

TSG Fort Worth Volume 5 Spread (Photo cred:  Jason Kindig Photography)

The Salon on Camp Bowie in Fort Worth is the Kerastase and Shu Uemura headquarters in our area. Owned and operated by beloved Ian Lobreto and Thomas Serapiglia – The Salon, celebrating 7 years in business, has built a wonderful reputation by providing a high-end, quality hair care experience where everyone is welcome.  We are excited to share some highlights from our recent visit with Ian and Thomas about how they got started and some lessons they have learned over the years.

TSG FORT WORTH:  What motivated you to open The Salon?

THOMAS:  It was always our dream to have a salon of our own. After many years of experience working behind someone else’s chair, we gathered the courage to build on that dream.  

IAN:  From here, we came together and consulted with a design team out of LA and became part of the Kerastase team.  Thomas and I had a mutual determination to open a shop that provided not only a clean/organized environment, but an environment designed specifically for maximum comfort and ease for every client.  For example, we provide special drawers for handbags, and a convenient stand to set drinks while clients are being styled.  

TSG FORT WORTH:  What are some lessons you have learned over the years?

THOMAS:  We have learned the importance of having the utmost patience not only with customers but employees as well.

IAN:  It is an educational process with our customers, especially in this modern day of “selfies”.  When ladies bring in pictures of hair color they’d like to achieve for themselves, we must educate the customer about the lighting that may have been used in the photo. Was the photo taken outdoors or in a closet? 

Ian Lobreto, Co-Owner The Salon (Photo cred:  Elle Boone Photography)

TSG FORT WORTH:  What sets The Salon apart from other establishments in town?

THOMAS:  We take a lot of pride in providing a wonderful experience for everyone that walks in our door.  Also - we work very hard stay “in the know” about all the current trends in hair care and color.  We travel to hair shows all over the country to stay on the cutting edge.  We take regular trips to shows in London, LA, Vegas, Chicago, and New York.

IAN:  So many trends are cyclical like the balayage technique which is currently making a comeback.  We know how to do it all.

THOMAS:  Also - we are so confident in the Kerastase and Shu Uemura products that we sell (and use) that we will offer a complimentary shampoo and condition to anyone that wants to try it!  

TSG FORT WORTH:  What do you see for the future of The Salon?

IAN:  Continue to increase our loyal customer base and continue to be pioneers when it comes to color, cutting, and styling.

THOMAS:  Maintain our wonderful relationships with our existing customers.

TSG FORT WORTH:  How do you like to spend your time off?

THOMAS:  We love to host our close friends for a nice dinner party at home.

IAN:  A good cheese board and olives are always served.

TSG FORT WORTH:  What are some words you live by?

THOMAS:  Every day we strive to stay true to ourselves and make time to spend quality time with the people we love.

IAN:  Everybody has a name.  Everybody has a purpose.  We are all in it together. And every day is an opportunity to learn something new.

We are so thrilled to have Scouted this wonderful establishment.  Be sure to contact Ian and Thomas for your next visit to The Salon!  

Ian Lobreto, Co-Owner The Salon (Photo cred:  Elle Boone Photography)

The Salon

PHONE:  (817) 763-8228

ADDRESS:  4119 Camp Bowie Blvd, Ste 101 | Fort Worth, TX  76107

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Spring Member Mingle at LOCAL Design Studios + Gallery

We had the absolute best time at our annual Spring Party last week at LOCAL Design Studios + Gallery!  It was such a fun and festive occasion to see all of our favorite people, have the chance to catch up, and celebrate current members and future members of The Scout Guide Fort Worth in a beautiful setting! 

The ladies of LOCAL Design Studios + Gallery left to right:  Emily Lee of The Bow Next Door, Paige Casey and Amanda Galati of Lila + Hayes, Kori Green of Kori Green Jewelry and Clearly Handbags, Ro Rynd of RM Rynd Interiors and Clearly Handbags, Calli Galati and Rachel Hausser of Wabash Road. 

Beautiful floral by Katy Lee, Floralee

Ellerbe Fine Foods spoiled us with delicious hors d’oeuvres, wine pairings, and sweet treats, along with a fabulous signature French 75 cocktail.  

The passed appetizers included:  

Prosciutto Wrapped Fig and Arugula, 

House made Lemon Ricotta Crostini with Plural Butter, 

Farm Radish, Hawaiian Red Sea Salt Cucumber with Curried Chicken Salad

Hors d’oeuvres by Ellerbe Fine Foods

We enjoyed music by singer/songwriter, Andrew Sullivan Music. Andrew draws inspiration from country and pop artists like George Strait, Ben Rector and Jason Isbell. His mix of original pieces and familiar tunes was the perfect backdrop for our special event.  

Andrew Sullivan of Andrew Sullivan Music

We also offered the opportunity for guests to have a professional headshot taken by Official TSG Photographer, Jason Kindig.  Having your headshot taken is a task that many dread, however, it’s so important to have a fresh photo of yourself, especially as a small business owner. 

Fear not, because we have perfected the formula: by mixing in the expertise of Ashley McNabb Artistry for make-up touch-ups, a little liquid courage, and some familiar faces and everyone’s photophobia vanishes.  Plus, Jason is especially skilled at putting clients at ease so that the photography reflects their desired personality and style. 

Ashley McNabb of Ashley McNabb Artistry working her magic.

Photographer Jason Kindig (right) consulting with Ro Rynd of RM Rynd Interiors.

Jason Kindig, Official Photographer of TSG Fort Worth.

A few sample headshots by Jason Kindig:

Left: Tina McMackin of Arrange Home Staging.  Right: Calli Galati and Rachel Hausser of Wabash Road.

Left:  Lauren Garcia of Fortress Festival.  Right:  Anna Pamplin of Gus Bates Insurance & Investments.

Left:  Allison Readinger of Trinity Vista Dermatology.  Right Kaylyn Sisk of Tan 2 Glow.

Left to right:  Tina McMackin of Arrange Home Staging, Tyler Bobbitt of Clover III Construction and Leigh Brown Editor/Owner, TSG Fort Worth

Fernando Canchola, Custom Furniture Maker with Ashley McNabb (right) of Ashley McNabb Artistry.

Anne Walker Miller of You Are Here.

Lindsey and Jacob Jones of The PlaySpace.

Ida Duwe Olsen of The Duwe-Olsen Group with Gibson Duwe (right) of Transwestern.

Invitation design by Wabash Road

A very special thank you to the following partners for helping make the night so special!  

Co-Host and location: LOCAL Design Studios + Gallery

Invitation Design and Printing:  Wabash Road

Professional Headshots:  Jason Kindig Photography

Make-up Touchups:  Ashley McNabb Artistry

Hors d’oeuvres, Wine Pairings and Specialty Cocktail:  Ellerbe Fine Foods

Floral:  Katy Lee, Floralee

Music:  Andrew Sullivan Music

Event Photography:  Elle Boone Photography

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Because He's Perfect is a charity anthology with all proceeds being donated to the Movember Foundation. Twenty-two authors ranging from first time writers to long-term storytellers, seek to dispel all the myths from the romance world about what a perfect hero should be.

Emotional or physical disabilities and illnesses are nothing to be ashamed of; in fact they can make a man. With the inclusion of a poignantly emotional foreword by NYT Bestselling Author Carrie Ann Ryan, this anthology will take you on a journey through comedic laughs, sweet contemporary romance, and into the world of darkness and bizarre.

Joining the authors on their quest are one graphic artist, two photographers, and two models donating their time and efforts to this project, which has inspired all involved.

We hope you will enjoy what you read, 'Because He's Perfect'.

ONLY $0.99 to Pre-order.

Pre-Order Links:

Amazon: mybook.to/bhp

B&N: http://bit.ly/2SGCpb5

Kobo: http://bit.ly/2DyWkPx

iTunes: https://apple.co/2N1PoPu

Goodreads: http://bit.ly/2RSzlnE

BookBub: http://bit.ly/2Skqwbo

Foreword - NYT Bestselling Author Carrie Ann Ryan

Models

Sean Brady

Christopher John

Photographers

Christopher John at CJC Photography

David Wills

Graphic Artist

Charity Hendry at Judged by the Cover.

Authors:

Alice La Roux

Ally Vance

Anna Blakely

Anna Edwards

Claire Marta

Danielle Dickson

Dani René

Elle Boon

Jo-Anne Joseph

K A Sands

K.L. Humphreys

Lexi C Foss

Lexxie Couper

Maria Macdonald

Morgan Campbell

Murphy Wallace

Renee Harless

Samantha Lewis

Sienna Grant

Tracie Delaney

Victoria L. James

Facebook Page: https://www.facebook.com/BecauseHesPerfectAnthology/

Website: https://becausehesperfectanthology.com

#CoverReveal #BecauseHesPerfect #AuthorsUnited #CarrieAnnRyan #AliceLaRoux #AllyVance #AnnaBlakely #AnnaEdwards #ClaireMarta #DanielleDickson #DaniRené #ElleBoon #JoAnneJoseph #KASands #KLHumphreys #LexiCFoss #LexxieCouper #MariaMacdonald #MorganCampbell #MurphyWallace #ReneeHarless #SamanthaLewis #SiennaGrant #TracieDelaney #VictoriaLJames #SeanBrady #ChristopherJohn #CJCPhotography #DavidWills #CharityHendry #PreOrder #RomanceNovels

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SCOUT IS OUT | Volume 5

TSG Fort Worth Volume 5 SCOUT IS OUT and we so thrilled to share this beautiful and talented collection of local businesses with you. Dressed to the nines with a chic black cover this year!  

Pick up your copy of this special milestone edition at any of the below Scouted locations and check out each of their websites below:

Allen Crumley | Williams Trew

Amon Carter Museum of American Art

Arrange Stage With Style

Artspace 111

Ashley McNabb Artistry

Babies on the Boulevard

Beckley Design Studio

Bottega Design Gallery

BRIK Special Events Venue

Burt Ladner Real Estate

Castor Vintage Homes

The Duwe-Olsen Group | Williams Trew

Elle Boone Photography

Ellerbe Fine Foods

Esther Penn

Eyes on Camp Bowie

Fernando Chavez Canchola

Floralee

Fort Worth Sitters

Fortress Presents

Gus Bates Insurance & Investments

Hale House

Hybrid Financial

Inner Light Chiropractic

J. Caldwell Custom Pools

Jason Kindig Photography

Jessica McIntyre Interiors

Jewel Charity

LOCAL Design Studios + Gallery

Luckybee Kitchen

LUX Machine

Magdalena’s Catering & Events

Mi Casita Preschool

Michelle Marlow Books

My Sweet Roots

NH Southern Development

The Organized Nest

Park & Eighth

Paxton Place Design

The Pilates Concept

The PlaySpace

Righteous Foods

The Salon

Simple Things Furniture

Steven Camp MD Plastic Surgery

Studio of MoveMINT

Sugarcreek Event Rentals

Tan 2 Glow

Trinity Vista Dermatology

You Are Here

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Design Inspirations Event - 2018

2018 marks the 25th year for Design Inspirations, a fundraiser supported jointly by volunteers from the Fort Worth Alumnae Associations of Kappa Kappa Gamma and Pi Beta Phi benefiting Gill Children’s Services, Inc. and Rivertree Academy.

The unique 2-day event at Ridglea Country Club featured over 60 elegantly designed tables, created by local designers, local businesses, and individuals. Seeing the tables and the thought that goes into each and every detail will inspire you to do more with your own beautiful things at home!

Guests were invited to view the tables at the Preview Cocktail Party on Wednesday, March 7th, and while enjoying a presentation from a “celebrity” guest speaker at the luncheon on Thursday, March 8th.

The 2018 Design Inspirations Luncheon speaker was internationally recognized New York-based Interior Designer, Marshall Watson. Mr. Watson’s projects have spanned the globe, from Cabo San Lucas to Stockholm and across the United States.  He is best known for creating classic, light-filled and elegant interiors with a modern sensibility. Since founding his design firm in 1986, Watson has sought to immerse himself in a range of dynamic projects, no two of which are exactly alike.

Mr. Watson’s presentation did not disappoint.  He was lovely and inspiring, and his work speaks for itself.  He shared stories of his life and travels and details about the special friendships he has made along the way.  Accompanying images of his projects and personal homes were romantic and elegant with a touch of the unexpected.  Signed copies of his book, The Art of Elegance, were available for purchase at the event.

The following members of The Scout Guide Network were featured 2018 Table Designers:

Amon Carter Museum of American Art

Artspace 111

Beckley Design Studio

Jessica McIntyre Interiors

Pierce Hardware

The Scout Guide Fort Worth

Dallas-based Interior Designer (and TSG Dallas Member), Amy Berry, designed the stage for Marshall Watson.

Michelle Marlow’s Book ‘S is the Most Delicious Sound’ was the gift for Luncheon Attendees at the table designed by Fort Worth Country Day.

Please enjoy the following gorgeous images (by Elle Boone Photography) and a few of our favorite things about the designs:

Amon Carter Museum of American Art

What we love:

The use of different ‘types’ of flowers (in tight bundles) in coordinating monochromatic warm tones stole the show. Something that can easily be replicated for dinner parties at home!

Super-creative use of place card holders – tiny wooden figurines held each placard which represents The Amon Carter well.  

Artspace 111

What we love:

Every decorative item and detail of the “pARTy” table was bright white as snow – making it an eye-catching showstopper.  From the imaginative use of eggs, to the white paper placemats and china, to the spectacular flying “Migrating Cranes” Origami centerpiece by Kevin Box and Robert Lang.  

White Macaroons for Luncheon Guests to take as favors.

Beckley Design Studio

What we love:

“Entry table”-inspired design featuring a giant 7-foot Alocasia “Elephant Ear” plant and beautifully curated collection of coffee table-style books.  The bright turquoise animal figurines with a matching lamp mixed with pink and white floral in all white vessels emphasized the excellent use of “interior design” techniques.  

Gorgeous custom ikat fabric table cloth and overall excellent mix of pattern and bold bright colors.

Jessica McIntyre Interiors

What we love:

We love that Jessica featured a set of three slender cement lady-like figures for her centerpiece that screams sophistication and glam.  The moss “garden box” base mixed with luscious bundles of soft white floral was the perfect balance between the artistic sculptures and clean lines of the custom table.  

Unique use of coordinating (non-matching) placemats. Jessica mixed a brilliant blend of hard and soft textures in her design (i.e. ghost side-chairs with the stunning upholstered armchairs at the heads).

Pierce Hardware

What we love:

Suspended door hanging above the table to represent the Pierce Hardware offerings and services, lined with a stunning evergreen and floral garland.

Creative use of silver, bronze and gold tones and coffee mugs that were used as vessels for floral.

The Scout Guide Fort Worth

Jim Irwin (with Jim Irwin Floral) pulled together the inspiration, design, and styling for The Scout Guide, Fort Worth’s “Tea Party” concept.  Witnessing Jim’s expertise and attention to detail in person was a true delight!  Not only is he one of the kindest people we have ever met – he is a master at his craft.  

What we love:

All shades of purple floral (to coordinate with the current TSG Volume 4 cover color) were incorporated into the organic mix of moss and grass for the centerpiece.  The blue and white china was a mix of Jim’s personal collection with pieces from TSG Editor, Leigh Brown’s, family.    

Scouted members Stir Crazy Baked Goods provided the lavender scones and mini-Adam Bomb cookies and Esther Penn provided sunglasses for the Luncheon guests to take as favors.  

We are so proud to be among so many talented and inspiring local businesses and individuals at this year’s Design Inspirations Event, benefiting two very worthy causes.  Guests were inspired, amused and awed by the numerous productions that range from elegant to casual, and from formal to whimsical.  The sky truly is the limit when imagination is given free reign!

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Scouting Fort Worth!

TSG Fort Worth Volume 4 SCOUT IS OUT and we thrilled to share this dynamic collection of businesses with you.  Pick up your copy of this special PURPLE edition at any of the below Scouted locations and check out each of their websites below:

Allen Crumley Real Estate

Artspace 111

Amon Carter Museum of American Art

Arrange Stage with Style

Babies on the Boulevard

Beckley Design Studio

Black Eyed Distilling Co.

Elle Boone Photography

Bottega Design Gallery

Burt Ladner Real Estate

Steven Camp MD Plastic Surgery

Castor Vintage Homes

Clover III Construction

The Duwe-Olsen Group

Ellerbe Fine Foods

Esther Penn

Eyes on Camp Bowie

Fort Capital / The River District

Fort Works Art

Gus Bates Insurance & Investments

Hale House

Jason Kindig Photography

Jessica McIntyre Interiors

Jewel Charity

KM Leedy Events & Design

Luckybee Kitchen

LUX Machine

Magdalena’s Catering & Events

NH Southern Development

Paxton Place Design

Pierce Hardware

The PlaySpace

Sanders Travel Centre

Simple Things Furniture

Smart Barre

Stir Crazy Baked Goods

Trinity Vista Dermatology

You Are Here

Here’s a link to the online version of the guide!  Enjoy!  And #livelovelocal

xo, Leigh