#the decorated christmas map is adorable

[ryllen]

it almost feels like he was waiting for me

[thatbxolivia]

christmas was usually not a time of year your daddy enjoyed. it was usually treated as just any other day and he really never bothered to explain why. you, however, absolutely adored the holiday, and for that reason alone, he was willing to indulge at least a little.

so there the two of you sat, on the floor, surrounded by ornaments. you were adding hooks to all of them so they could be neatly placed on the tree. you had picked a pink and black theme this year, and your daddy was happy to oblige your decoration request. you went for a cute/punk look and felt it was the perfect metaphor for the relationship you two shared.

“daddy, can you pass me more hooks?” you asked politely. your daddy hummed in response and handed you a few more. you thanked him and went straight back to work.

“are you having fun, kiddo?” he asked you, focused on the project at hand.

“i am, daddy!” you said, finishing the last ornament with your daddy soon following suit. “all done!” you danced lightly in your seat, excited to get to decorating.

“well, what are we waiting for?” your daddy asked, motioning towards the tree sitting in the corner. you squealed and picked up a handful of ornaments, immediately placing them on the tree. you didn’t have an exact map out of where you wanted every little thing, just a general finished look in mind. your daddy handed the ornaments to you as you placed them, knowing you wanted to do this part for yourself. he would reach the taller decorations when you couldn’t and would place them wherever you asked. soon enough, the tree had all of its ornaments, and all that was left were the lights.

“why don’t you let me handle this one?” daddy said, remembering the meltdown that ensued the year prior when you couldn’t get them untangled soon enough. you were embarrassed at the thought and agreed.

“okay, daddy.” you said softly.

“now, don’t sulk.” he told you, walking over and ruffling your hair slightly. “i’m just looking out for you, that’s all, baby.” he said. you nodded, watching as he expertly untangled the lights and threaded them through the tree branches. he plugged them in, and there sat your beautiful pink and black christmas tree with pink lights and a black bow tree topper. you were absolutely thrilled with your final result, and looked to daddy for approval.

“daddy, do you like it?” you asked hopefully.

“i love it.” he told you. “and you.”

you jumped with excitement and clapped, always loving the aesthetic of a lit up christmas tree.

“can i take my nap out here, daddy?” you asked politely, wanting to fall asleep to the lights. your daddy chuckled and nodded.

“if that’s what you want, go ahead, kiddo.” he said. you rushed and got ready for your nap, using the restroom and changing into comfier clothes and grabbing your stuffed bear, mr. honey. daddy had made a comfy spot for you on the couch and had your favorite pillow as well. you snuggled into the couch and he began tucking you in, laughing as you wiggled in and got comfy.

“thank you, daddy.”

“anything for you, princess.”

you remember dozing off to the faint pink light in the room as your daddy worked at his desk and knew you were safe.

[annab-nana]

For your sleepover!!

You tell Joseph (quinn) that you want to do a stranger things themed Christmas tree in your shared apartment 🥺 I think that would be so cute and he would think it was super corny but he knows how much you love the show so he does it one day you are out with friends or family or whatever🥺

stop it!! this is so cute!!

warnings: not proofread, use of pet names (angel)

note: italics are text messages

❀ masterlist ❀

when will you be home? i miss you

"is that him?" amy asked. she knew the answer as soon as she saw the smile on your lips.

"yeah." you didn't mean for your voice to sound so lovesick, but you couldn't help it. you were in love and you were in it deep for the brown-eyed brit.

your eyes found your phone again as you typed out a reply.

we're driving that way now. shouldn't be more than five minutes

and you told the truth because in three minutes, you were telling amy goodbye and slipping your key into the doorknob.

"joe?" you called out into the dimly lit apartment. "i'm back."

"in here," he returned from what sounded like the living room. as soon as you ditched your coat and slipped out of your shoes, you made your way over.

"so, i got everyone except my dad who i still have to make those brownies for, but other than that, all christmas gifts are done," you shared while placing down the bags that were in your hands. "i'll probably make those tonight if you wan-"

a gasp from your lips cut off the rest of your sentence when you finally looked up. your focus was so set on putting the shopping bags down and mentally mapping out the rest of your night that you didn't even register joseph standing patiently beside a decorated tree that was bare when you left.

"you did not," you stated in disbelief while wandering over to the tree, eyes filled with wonder.

"i did," he responded excitedly, a smile on his face as he watched you take it all in. your eyes bounced from multi-colored lights to the waffle and nail bat ornaments to the open star-shaped demogorgon face tree topper.

"how did you find all this stuff?" you were in awe, complete and utter awe of the stranger things tree before you. you adored the show and to see what he did for you, you'd never felt more loved.

joseph stepped forward to stand beside you and look at the tree as well. "you would be surprised how much stranger things stuff you can find on the internet. most of it came from etsy and other small online shops. the hard part was doing it all without your knowledge." his eyes fell back to you and he swore your eyes looked more wet than they did a second ago. "do you like it?"

he watched you turn to him before your arms wrapped around him tightly. "joe, i love it.”

“well, baby, i’m glad. i was a little worried you’d be mad i did it without you but i wanted it to be a surprise.”

you pulled back to look at him. “i’m not mad at all. i love it. i love you.”

he visibly softened before bringing his hand to the back of your head and pulling you to him to press his lips to your forehead.

“i love you too angel.”

remember to support writers & reblog :)

turn on notifications for @annab-library to be notified when i post something new or join the tag list here!

tag list: @fiction-is-life

[missiemoosie]

Thank you for decorating my Christmas Tree! :)

Here are 12 Christmas Questions for you! 

No pressure: feel free to answer some, all, or even none. :) 

Favorite Christmas season activity?

Favorite Traditional Christmas song?

Favorite Modern Christmas song?

Favorite Christmas movie(s)?

Favorite Christmas episode (any tv show)?

Favorite food to eat or serve for the Christmas meal?

Favorite Christmas beverage or dessert? 

Most memorable Christmas gift you received as a child?

Best Christmas gift you ever gave to anyone?

If you have a Christmas tree, what’s your tree topper?

What’s your favorite version of Santa in a movie?

Which fictional character would you like to be caught under the mistletoe with?

💚🧡💚🧡

1. Favorite Christmas season activity?

Hm, this is a tough one...I'd have to say it's probably a tie between deciding where the 30+ nutcrackers go and making the rum cakes~

2. Favorite Traditional Christmas song?

Oh, this is an even harder one, since I tend to like more 'modern' Christmas music. Maybe Deck the Halls?

3. Favorite Modern Christmas song?

This one is easy. It's a three-way tie between Jingle Bell Rock, Rockin' Around the Christmas Tree, and Burl Ives' rendition of Silver and Gold.

4. Favorite Christmas movie(s)?

Hands down, Rankin-Bass Rudolph the Red-Nosed Reindeer. We would watch it before bed on Christmas eve up until I was like, 15.

5. Favorite Christmas episode (any tv show)?

I don't really watch shows that have Christmas episodes, sooo...

6. Favorite food to eat or serve for the Christmas meal?

Every year, we have prime rib for Christmas dinner. The whole family looks forward to it year-round. But also our thumbprint cookies, because we make them with glace cherries instead of jam (sadly, I'm not making them this year)

7. Favorite Christmas beverage or dessert? 

Hot-buttered rum~!

8. Most memorable Christmas gift you received as a child?

My hard-copy set of LotR~ It's got maps =D

9. Best Christmas gift you ever gave to anyone?

The limited edition Wizard of Oz Nutcracker dad and I got mom the Christmas before she passed. She adored Wizard of Oz and couldn't stop staring at the nutcracker.

10. If you have a Christmas tree, what’s your tree topper?

A little angel holding two LED candles. But we also have a silly curly elf hat (it's currently sitting atop one of our giant nutcrackers). I think in our other Christmas decorations that are still in the garage, we have a fancier angel topper...? I'm not sure. I haven't seen those decorations in a few years.

11. What’s your favorite version of Santa in a movie?

This is going to be outta left field, but Santa from The Lion, the Witch, and the Wardrobe. Guy just came outta nowhere, making four kids and some beavers think the White Witch was upon them. But he made up for it by giving them some badass gifts~

12. Which fictional character would you like to be caught under the mistletoe with?

Either Liam Mairi from Fourth Wing, Gale Dekarios from BG3, or Bardroy from Kuroshitsuji. I'd be happy with any of those three.

[mydollsaregay]

i picked some stuff up from fb marketplace today! I actually got more than I planned for, as some items were marked as sold online, but the seller said they were actually still available, so i was able to get them as well!

the overview (plus bonus doggy).

sam’s bed frame was the original draw for me with this lot - i actually got just the bedding in a lot a while back, and have since been keeping an eye out for just the bed frame at a reasonable price. i’m so excited to have found it! it’s definitely seen some play, but it is still super cute and totally good for my purposes.

the desk is going to end up being sold or given away, as i don’t have the space for a school setup in the dollhouse. i told the seller she could keep it and sell it to someone else, but she wanted to sell it as a set with some of the other stuff that i wanted so oh well ¯\_(ツ)_/¯

i’m super pumped to have sam’s nightstand (even missing a handle) alongside her bed frame! it means i’ll be able to reuse her current bed frame and side table in another room.

in the accessories box, i got kanani’s beach outfit and paddleboard set! (+bonus random sunglasses) before i got the stuff today, i actually had no idea this was kanani’s, i just thought it was cute. when I found the map though, i was very excited, and immediately knew at least some of this stuff had to be hers. to my excitement, this all was! (other than the bonus random sunglasses haha)

next, some super cute pieces from a costco sleepover set and a petite place settings set. I’m most excited about the book, magazine, and game!

there was also some super cute christmas stuff! there’s a santa hat, a santa themed apron, a whole gingerbread house decorating set, and some totally adorable tiny ornaments. i don’t believe the ornaments are ag branded, but they’re super detailed and high quality, and i LOVE them. this year, i’m totally gonna set them up on a mini tree.

next up, kit’s school bag, school supplies, lunch, and lunchbox! I totally wasn’t expecting these and was really excited 😄 kit+claudie’s room is one of the most complete rooms in the dollhouse, and am always excited to add some more little details.

I already had some of kits school supplies and her backpack, but it’s awesome to have more. the lunchbox is totally new for me, and I’m super hyped about it! ive always loved the look of metal lunchboxes, especially in miniature!! the seller also had kit’s bed, but i had to pass, as I’ve already got one.

finally, the classic “other miscellaneous items” group haha. the dog, music stand, and hair brush are very normal items to find in a lot. felicity’s noah’s ark toy (sadly sans most figures, though there is one that i miscategorized as a ginger bread person while i was taking pictures), and a cute statue of liberty outfit for coconut are much cooler to me!

overall, this was a really cool collection of items! i had a ton of fun going through them. i also had a ton of fun picking them up, as my friend graciously joined me on my journey to keep me company while i drove, and we stopped for ice cream on the way back!

[magmahearts]

(No idea how this gets to her) Carefully wrapped up is a larger journal about the size of a regular notebook but bound with a cover that Luci has carefully decorated with some of the different types of rocks she’s noticed around Wicked’s rest. Inside the front cover is a carefully drawn map of the area. 

Cass, 

I figured a little journal might help with writing down all the cool rocks and crystals you see. I know you probably know all of them, but I made a little map of Wicked’s Rest in the cover so you can write down where you found them. 

Merry Christmas. Cheers, Luci 

Cass adores the journal, and spends a long time methodically identifying the rocks on the cover. She begins making notes in the journal immediately -- not just rocks she knows are around town, but what those rocks symbolize and who they remind her of. This journal will be helpful for her gift-giving in the future.

[tameblog]

December 12, 2024 Lockhart, a small town 30 miles southeast of Austin, has long drawn carnivores as a barbecue mecca. Black’s, Kreuz Market, Smitty’s, and newcomer Barbs B Q put Lockhart on the map with their brisket, ribs, and sausage. More recently, as musicians and artists priced out of Austin have relocated to Lockhart, the town has become known for its art (LockhART can be spotted on bumper stickers) and music scene. New businesses — an art gallery, restaurants, bars, bookstore, gift shops, and more — have revitalized the town square and made it a tourist destination even for those not on a BBQ pilgrimage. And now it’s showing off interior design chops too. Or so it seemed on last Saturday’s Lockhart Holiday Home Tour, which featured 7 beautifully decorated homes plus a luxury cabin rental complex. Proceeds benefited the Reading Is Fundamental (RIF) program, which provides books and promotes literacy for children. Here are my favorite design moments from the tour. The Red House The Red House (the exterior is now painted white) is a historic home owned by the Black family of BBQ fame. The interior is all wood plank with updated farmhouse details. I love the dining room’s mural-like, monochromatic wallpaper against the old wood trim. In the kitchen, red ribbons turned the cabinet doors into Christmas presents. Colored, diamond-paned windows admitted light into the wood-paneled stairway. A Christmas tree was glowing at the top of the stairs. Santa mug on a drink table And a droopy, Charlie Brown-type Christmas tree W. Prairie Lea Street One of my favorites on the tour, reflecting the warm personality of the owners, was a 1918 home with soaring ceilings, beautiful wooden pocket doors, and wonderful art, including this piece by Austin artist Patrick Puckett. Sitting area with plants and art Wise words Fun wallpaper in a powder room Art in the hall included a digital collage by Austin artist Dave McClinton. A gallery wall and stacks of books made the wide staircase a destination in itself. On the top floor, attic space has been transformed into a playroom/bedroom for two lucky little girls. Carlisle Guest House At The Carlisle, a short-term rental owned by Donna Blair and Tamara Carlisle of Commerce Gallery, I spotted another painting by Patrick Puckett. A bar alcove in the living room was dressed up with floral wallpaper and blue paint… …and a brass armadillo. A quirky juxtaposition caught my eye: a taxidermy deer and portrait of a pensive woman, both staring off into space. A cool snake lamp Boldly patterned wallpaper with painted trim Casa Suerte Another favorite of mine was Casa Suerte, or house of good luck, the home of ceramist Celeste Quesada and her musician husband, Adrian Quesada of the fabulous Black Pumas. A ranch home built in 1972, Casa Suerte is decades younger than most of the other homes on the tour. I adored its retro, thrifted vibe, starting with a dramatic monkey-and-floral wallpaper in the small dining room. An avocado-green bookshelf made a casual divider between the entry and sunken living room. In the kitchen, open cabinets displayed colorful pieces of Fiestaware. The graphic tile on the backsplash… …reappeared throughout the home, including in the hall bath. Retro crane wallpaper added more bold pattern. I can’t remember if this pretty vignette on a bedside table was at Casa Suerte, but I admired the silver teapot with dried white flowers against the black wall. San Jacinto Street More black walls appeared in this Folk Victorian home, setting off a contemporary green sofa. A rustic dining room table was a simple choice under a sputnik chandelier. St.Leger House Lockhart artist and architect Christopher St.Leger designed his family’s home, a recent construction, and was the general contractor. It had a very livable feel. I admired green floral wallpaper on one wall of a sitting room. Foliage and birds and a cute Christmas tree In the bath, mossy green, color-drenched walls contrasted with terracotta tile floors. Christopher’s art studio at the back of the house had lots of display and storage space for his streetscapes of Lockhart. The Leona My last stop was The Leona, a compound of recently built luxury cabins — a boutique hotel — along a spring-fed creek with a waterfall. Lake | Flato (which designed Austin’s Central Library) designed the four cabins (more are in the works across the creek), and we were allowed to tour three of them. Rialto Studio designed the lush, mostly-native landscaping. Mexican bush sage, Turk’s cap, and grasses were in bloom during the early December tour. The eclectic interiors, with each cabin uniquely decorated, were created by Sarah Stacey Interior Design. I enjoyed every little detail. I’ve seen this fabulous griffin fabric in a home designed by Amity Worrel, another maximalist designer whose work I admire. A cozy bedroom with retro wallpaper and green-checked quilt A fringed bedside lamp with a leopard base is from Anthropologie. In another cabin, a glowing blue glass chandelier draws eyes upward. It was magnetic. In the bathroom, green ruled the day with a ceramic sink basin and square tiles. In another cabin, floral wallpaper and colorful art paired with a Vertigo pendant lamp. The kitchenette in burgundy and black won me over with sun-patterned wallpaper and quirky art. A smiling water tower print is by Austin photographer Sandy Carson. A bouquet of wire and glass flowers is fun too. A snake candleholder and crane wallpaper make a sinuous echo. Forest wallpaper and a green quilt cozy up another cabin. Wallpaper detail After the tour, I stopped at Old Pal for fried chicken and admired the courthouse Christmas tree before heading home, my head full of design inspiration from little ‘ole Lockhart. I welcome your comments. Please scroll to the end of this post to leave one. If you’re reading in an email, click here to visit Digging and find the comment box at the end of each post. And hey, did someone forward this email to you, and you want to subscribe? Click here to get Digging delivered directly to your inbox! __________________________ Digging Deeper Come learn about gardening and design at Garden Spark! I organize in-person talks by inspiring designers, landscape architects, authors, and gardeners a few times a year in Austin. These are limited-attendance events that sell out quickly, so join the Garden Spark email list to be notified in advance; simply click this link and ask to be added. Read all about the Season 8 lineup here! All material © 2024 by Pam Penick for Digging. Unauthorized reproduction prohibited. Source link

[ramestoryworld]

December 12, 2024 Lockhart, a small town 30 miles southeast of Austin, has long drawn carnivores as a barbecue mecca. Black’s, Kreuz Market, Smitty’s, and newcomer Barbs B Q put Lockhart on the map with their brisket, ribs, and sausage. More recently, as musicians and artists priced out of Austin have relocated to Lockhart, the town has become known for its art (LockhART can be spotted on bumper stickers) and music scene. New businesses — an art gallery, restaurants, bars, bookstore, gift shops, and more — have revitalized the town square and made it a tourist destination even for those not on a BBQ pilgrimage. And now it’s showing off interior design chops too. Or so it seemed on last Saturday’s Lockhart Holiday Home Tour, which featured 7 beautifully decorated homes plus a luxury cabin rental complex. Proceeds benefited the Reading Is Fundamental (RIF) program, which provides books and promotes literacy for children. Here are my favorite design moments from the tour. The Red House The Red House (the exterior is now painted white) is a historic home owned by the Black family of BBQ fame. The interior is all wood plank with updated farmhouse details. I love the dining room’s mural-like, monochromatic wallpaper against the old wood trim. In the kitchen, red ribbons turned the cabinet doors into Christmas presents. Colored, diamond-paned windows admitted light into the wood-paneled stairway. A Christmas tree was glowing at the top of the stairs. Santa mug on a drink table And a droopy, Charlie Brown-type Christmas tree W. Prairie Lea Street One of my favorites on the tour, reflecting the warm personality of the owners, was a 1918 home with soaring ceilings, beautiful wooden pocket doors, and wonderful art, including this piece by Austin artist Patrick Puckett. Sitting area with plants and art Wise words Fun wallpaper in a powder room Art in the hall included a digital collage by Austin artist Dave McClinton. A gallery wall and stacks of books made the wide staircase a destination in itself. On the top floor, attic space has been transformed into a playroom/bedroom for two lucky little girls. Carlisle Guest House At The Carlisle, a short-term rental owned by Donna Blair and Tamara Carlisle of Commerce Gallery, I spotted another painting by Patrick Puckett. A bar alcove in the living room was dressed up with floral wallpaper and blue paint… …and a brass armadillo. A quirky juxtaposition caught my eye: a taxidermy deer and portrait of a pensive woman, both staring off into space. A cool snake lamp Boldly patterned wallpaper with painted trim Casa Suerte Another favorite of mine was Casa Suerte, or house of good luck, the home of ceramist Celeste Quesada and her musician husband, Adrian Quesada of the fabulous Black Pumas. A ranch home built in 1972, Casa Suerte is decades younger than most of the other homes on the tour. I adored its retro, thrifted vibe, starting with a dramatic monkey-and-floral wallpaper in the small dining room. An avocado-green bookshelf made a casual divider between the entry and sunken living room. In the kitchen, open cabinets displayed colorful pieces of Fiestaware. The graphic tile on the backsplash… …reappeared throughout the home, including in the hall bath. Retro crane wallpaper added more bold pattern. I can’t remember if this pretty vignette on a bedside table was at Casa Suerte, but I admired the silver teapot with dried white flowers against the black wall. San Jacinto Street More black walls appeared in this Folk Victorian home, setting off a contemporary green sofa. A rustic dining room table was a simple choice under a sputnik chandelier. St.Leger House Lockhart artist and architect Christopher St.Leger designed his family’s home, a recent construction, and was the general contractor. It had a very livable feel. I admired green floral wallpaper on one wall of a sitting room. Foliage and birds and a cute Christmas tree In the bath, mossy green, color-drenched walls contrasted with terracotta tile floors. Christopher’s art studio at the back of the house had lots of display and storage space for his streetscapes of Lockhart. The Leona My last stop was The Leona, a compound of recently built luxury cabins — a boutique hotel — along a spring-fed creek with a waterfall. Lake | Flato (which designed Austin’s Central Library) designed the four cabins (more are in the works across the creek), and we were allowed to tour three of them. Rialto Studio designed the lush, mostly-native landscaping. Mexican bush sage, Turk’s cap, and grasses were in bloom during the early December tour. The eclectic interiors, with each cabin uniquely decorated, were created by Sarah Stacey Interior Design. I enjoyed every little detail. I’ve seen this fabulous griffin fabric in a home designed by Amity Worrel, another maximalist designer whose work I admire. A cozy bedroom with retro wallpaper and green-checked quilt A fringed bedside lamp with a leopard base is from Anthropologie. In another cabin, a glowing blue glass chandelier draws eyes upward. It was magnetic. In the bathroom, green ruled the day with a ceramic sink basin and square tiles. In another cabin, floral wallpaper and colorful art paired with a Vertigo pendant lamp. The kitchenette in burgundy and black won me over with sun-patterned wallpaper and quirky art. A smiling water tower print is by Austin photographer Sandy Carson. A bouquet of wire and glass flowers is fun too. A snake candleholder and crane wallpaper make a sinuous echo. Forest wallpaper and a green quilt cozy up another cabin. Wallpaper detail After the tour, I stopped at Old Pal for fried chicken and admired the courthouse Christmas tree before heading home, my head full of design inspiration from little ‘ole Lockhart. I welcome your comments. Please scroll to the end of this post to leave one. If you’re reading in an email, click here to visit Digging and find the comment box at the end of each post. And hey, did someone forward this email to you, and you want to subscribe? Click here to get Digging delivered directly to your inbox! __________________________ Digging Deeper Come learn about gardening and design at Garden Spark! I organize in-person talks by inspiring designers, landscape architects, authors, and gardeners a few times a year in Austin. These are limited-attendance events that sell out quickly, so join the Garden Spark email list to be notified in advance; simply click this link and ask to be added. Read all about the Season 8 lineup here! All material © 2024 by Pam Penick for Digging. Unauthorized reproduction prohibited. Source link

[alexha2210]

December 12, 2024 Lockhart, a small town 30 miles southeast of Austin, has long drawn carnivores as a barbecue mecca. Black’s, Kreuz Market, Smitty’s, and newcomer Barbs B Q put Lockhart on the map with their brisket, ribs, and sausage. More recently, as musicians and artists priced out of Austin have relocated to Lockhart, the town has become known for its art (LockhART can be spotted on bumper stickers) and music scene. New businesses — an art gallery, restaurants, bars, bookstore, gift shops, and more — have revitalized the town square and made it a tourist destination even for those not on a BBQ pilgrimage. And now it’s showing off interior design chops too. Or so it seemed on last Saturday’s Lockhart Holiday Home Tour, which featured 7 beautifully decorated homes plus a luxury cabin rental complex. Proceeds benefited the Reading Is Fundamental (RIF) program, which provides books and promotes literacy for children. Here are my favorite design moments from the tour. The Red House The Red House (the exterior is now painted white) is a historic home owned by the Black family of BBQ fame. The interior is all wood plank with updated farmhouse details. I love the dining room’s mural-like, monochromatic wallpaper against the old wood trim. In the kitchen, red ribbons turned the cabinet doors into Christmas presents. Colored, diamond-paned windows admitted light into the wood-paneled stairway. A Christmas tree was glowing at the top of the stairs. Santa mug on a drink table And a droopy, Charlie Brown-type Christmas tree W. Prairie Lea Street One of my favorites on the tour, reflecting the warm personality of the owners, was a 1918 home with soaring ceilings, beautiful wooden pocket doors, and wonderful art, including this piece by Austin artist Patrick Puckett. Sitting area with plants and art Wise words Fun wallpaper in a powder room Art in the hall included a digital collage by Austin artist Dave McClinton. A gallery wall and stacks of books made the wide staircase a destination in itself. On the top floor, attic space has been transformed into a playroom/bedroom for two lucky little girls. Carlisle Guest House At The Carlisle, a short-term rental owned by Donna Blair and Tamara Carlisle of Commerce Gallery, I spotted another painting by Patrick Puckett. A bar alcove in the living room was dressed up with floral wallpaper and blue paint… …and a brass armadillo. A quirky juxtaposition caught my eye: a taxidermy deer and portrait of a pensive woman, both staring off into space. A cool snake lamp Boldly patterned wallpaper with painted trim Casa Suerte Another favorite of mine was Casa Suerte, or house of good luck, the home of ceramist Celeste Quesada and her musician husband, Adrian Quesada of the fabulous Black Pumas. A ranch home built in 1972, Casa Suerte is decades younger than most of the other homes on the tour. I adored its retro, thrifted vibe, starting with a dramatic monkey-and-floral wallpaper in the small dining room. An avocado-green bookshelf made a casual divider between the entry and sunken living room. In the kitchen, open cabinets displayed colorful pieces of Fiestaware. The graphic tile on the backsplash… …reappeared throughout the home, including in the hall bath. Retro crane wallpaper added more bold pattern. I can’t remember if this pretty vignette on a bedside table was at Casa Suerte, but I admired the silver teapot with dried white flowers against the black wall. San Jacinto Street More black walls appeared in this Folk Victorian home, setting off a contemporary green sofa. A rustic dining room table was a simple choice under a sputnik chandelier. St.Leger House Lockhart artist and architect Christopher St.Leger designed his family’s home, a recent construction, and was the general contractor. It had a very livable feel. I admired green floral wallpaper on one wall of a sitting room. Foliage and birds and a cute Christmas tree In the bath, mossy green, color-drenched walls contrasted with terracotta tile floors. Christopher’s art studio at the back of the house had lots of display and storage space for his streetscapes of Lockhart. The Leona My last stop was The Leona, a compound of recently built luxury cabins — a boutique hotel — along a spring-fed creek with a waterfall. Lake | Flato (which designed Austin’s Central Library) designed the four cabins (more are in the works across the creek), and we were allowed to tour three of them. Rialto Studio designed the lush, mostly-native landscaping. Mexican bush sage, Turk’s cap, and grasses were in bloom during the early December tour. The eclectic interiors, with each cabin uniquely decorated, were created by Sarah Stacey Interior Design. I enjoyed every little detail. I’ve seen this fabulous griffin fabric in a home designed by Amity Worrel, another maximalist designer whose work I admire. A cozy bedroom with retro wallpaper and green-checked quilt A fringed bedside lamp with a leopard base is from Anthropologie. In another cabin, a glowing blue glass chandelier draws eyes upward. It was magnetic. In the bathroom, green ruled the day with a ceramic sink basin and square tiles. In another cabin, floral wallpaper and colorful art paired with a Vertigo pendant lamp. The kitchenette in burgundy and black won me over with sun-patterned wallpaper and quirky art. A smiling water tower print is by Austin photographer Sandy Carson. A bouquet of wire and glass flowers is fun too. A snake candleholder and crane wallpaper make a sinuous echo. Forest wallpaper and a green quilt cozy up another cabin. Wallpaper detail After the tour, I stopped at Old Pal for fried chicken and admired the courthouse Christmas tree before heading home, my head full of design inspiration from little ‘ole Lockhart. I welcome your comments. Please scroll to the end of this post to leave one. If you’re reading in an email, click here to visit Digging and find the comment box at the end of each post. And hey, did someone forward this email to you, and you want to subscribe? Click here to get Digging delivered directly to your inbox! __________________________ Digging Deeper Come learn about gardening and design at Garden Spark! I organize in-person talks by inspiring designers, landscape architects, authors, and gardeners a few times a year in Austin. These are limited-attendance events that sell out quickly, so join the Garden Spark email list to be notified in advance; simply click this link and ask to be added. Read all about the Season 8 lineup here! All material © 2024 by Pam Penick for Digging. Unauthorized reproduction prohibited. Source link

[angusstory]

December 12, 2024 Lockhart, a small town 30 miles southeast of Austin, has long drawn carnivores as a barbecue mecca. Black’s, Kreuz Market, Smitty’s, and newcomer Barbs B Q put Lockhart on the map with their brisket, ribs, and sausage. More recently, as musicians and artists priced out of Austin have relocated to Lockhart, the town has become known for its art (LockhART can be spotted on bumper stickers) and music scene. New businesses — an art gallery, restaurants, bars, bookstore, gift shops, and more — have revitalized the town square and made it a tourist destination even for those not on a BBQ pilgrimage. And now it’s showing off interior design chops too. Or so it seemed on last Saturday’s Lockhart Holiday Home Tour, which featured 7 beautifully decorated homes plus a luxury cabin rental complex. Proceeds benefited the Reading Is Fundamental (RIF) program, which provides books and promotes literacy for children. Here are my favorite design moments from the tour. The Red House The Red House (the exterior is now painted white) is a historic home owned by the Black family of BBQ fame. The interior is all wood plank with updated farmhouse details. I love the dining room’s mural-like, monochromatic wallpaper against the old wood trim. In the kitchen, red ribbons turned the cabinet doors into Christmas presents. Colored, diamond-paned windows admitted light into the wood-paneled stairway. A Christmas tree was glowing at the top of the stairs. Santa mug on a drink table And a droopy, Charlie Brown-type Christmas tree W. Prairie Lea Street One of my favorites on the tour, reflecting the warm personality of the owners, was a 1918 home with soaring ceilings, beautiful wooden pocket doors, and wonderful art, including this piece by Austin artist Patrick Puckett. Sitting area with plants and art Wise words Fun wallpaper in a powder room Art in the hall included a digital collage by Austin artist Dave McClinton. A gallery wall and stacks of books made the wide staircase a destination in itself. On the top floor, attic space has been transformed into a playroom/bedroom for two lucky little girls. Carlisle Guest House At The Carlisle, a short-term rental owned by Donna Blair and Tamara Carlisle of Commerce Gallery, I spotted another painting by Patrick Puckett. A bar alcove in the living room was dressed up with floral wallpaper and blue paint… …and a brass armadillo. A quirky juxtaposition caught my eye: a taxidermy deer and portrait of a pensive woman, both staring off into space. A cool snake lamp Boldly patterned wallpaper with painted trim Casa Suerte Another favorite of mine was Casa Suerte, or house of good luck, the home of ceramist Celeste Quesada and her musician husband, Adrian Quesada of the fabulous Black Pumas. A ranch home built in 1972, Casa Suerte is decades younger than most of the other homes on the tour. I adored its retro, thrifted vibe, starting with a dramatic monkey-and-floral wallpaper in the small dining room. An avocado-green bookshelf made a casual divider between the entry and sunken living room. In the kitchen, open cabinets displayed colorful pieces of Fiestaware. The graphic tile on the backsplash… …reappeared throughout the home, including in the hall bath. Retro crane wallpaper added more bold pattern. I can’t remember if this pretty vignette on a bedside table was at Casa Suerte, but I admired the silver teapot with dried white flowers against the black wall. San Jacinto Street More black walls appeared in this Folk Victorian home, setting off a contemporary green sofa. A rustic dining room table was a simple choice under a sputnik chandelier. St.Leger House Lockhart artist and architect Christopher St.Leger designed his family’s home, a recent construction, and was the general contractor. It had a very livable feel. I admired green floral wallpaper on one wall of a sitting room. Foliage and birds and a cute Christmas tree In the bath, mossy green, color-drenched walls contrasted with terracotta tile floors. Christopher’s art studio at the back of the house had lots of display and storage space for his streetscapes of Lockhart. The Leona My last stop was The Leona, a compound of recently built luxury cabins — a boutique hotel — along a spring-fed creek with a waterfall. Lake | Flato (which designed Austin’s Central Library) designed the four cabins (more are in the works across the creek), and we were allowed to tour three of them. Rialto Studio designed the lush, mostly-native landscaping. Mexican bush sage, Turk’s cap, and grasses were in bloom during the early December tour. The eclectic interiors, with each cabin uniquely decorated, were created by Sarah Stacey Interior Design. I enjoyed every little detail. I’ve seen this fabulous griffin fabric in a home designed by Amity Worrel, another maximalist designer whose work I admire. A cozy bedroom with retro wallpaper and green-checked quilt A fringed bedside lamp with a leopard base is from Anthropologie. In another cabin, a glowing blue glass chandelier draws eyes upward. It was magnetic. In the bathroom, green ruled the day with a ceramic sink basin and square tiles. In another cabin, floral wallpaper and colorful art paired with a Vertigo pendant lamp. The kitchenette in burgundy and black won me over with sun-patterned wallpaper and quirky art. A smiling water tower print is by Austin photographer Sandy Carson. A bouquet of wire and glass flowers is fun too. A snake candleholder and crane wallpaper make a sinuous echo. Forest wallpaper and a green quilt cozy up another cabin. Wallpaper detail After the tour, I stopped at Old Pal for fried chicken and admired the courthouse Christmas tree before heading home, my head full of design inspiration from little ‘ole Lockhart. I welcome your comments. Please scroll to the end of this post to leave one. If you’re reading in an email, click here to visit Digging and find the comment box at the end of each post. And hey, did someone forward this email to you, and you want to subscribe? Click here to get Digging delivered directly to your inbox! __________________________ Digging Deeper Come learn about gardening and design at Garden Spark! I organize in-person talks by inspiring designers, landscape architects, authors, and gardeners a few times a year in Austin. These are limited-attendance events that sell out quickly, so join the Garden Spark email list to be notified in advance; simply click this link and ask to be added. Read all about the Season 8 lineup here! All material © 2024 by Pam Penick for Digging. Unauthorized reproduction prohibited. Source link

[tumibaba]

December 12, 2024 Lockhart, a small town 30 miles southeast of Austin, has long drawn carnivores as a barbecue mecca. Black’s, Kreuz Market, Smitty’s, and newcomer Barbs B Q put Lockhart on the map with their brisket, ribs, and sausage. More recently, as musicians and artists priced out of Austin have relocated to Lockhart, the town has become known for its art (LockhART can be spotted on bumper stickers) and music scene. New businesses — an art gallery, restaurants, bars, bookstore, gift shops, and more — have revitalized the town square and made it a tourist destination even for those not on a BBQ pilgrimage. And now it’s showing off interior design chops too. Or so it seemed on last Saturday’s Lockhart Holiday Home Tour, which featured 7 beautifully decorated homes plus a luxury cabin rental complex. Proceeds benefited the Reading Is Fundamental (RIF) program, which provides books and promotes literacy for children. Here are my favorite design moments from the tour. The Red House The Red House (the exterior is now painted white) is a historic home owned by the Black family of BBQ fame. The interior is all wood plank with updated farmhouse details. I love the dining room’s mural-like, monochromatic wallpaper against the old wood trim. In the kitchen, red ribbons turned the cabinet doors into Christmas presents. Colored, diamond-paned windows admitted light into the wood-paneled stairway. A Christmas tree was glowing at the top of the stairs. Santa mug on a drink table And a droopy, Charlie Brown-type Christmas tree W. Prairie Lea Street One of my favorites on the tour, reflecting the warm personality of the owners, was a 1918 home with soaring ceilings, beautiful wooden pocket doors, and wonderful art, including this piece by Austin artist Patrick Puckett. Sitting area with plants and art Wise words Fun wallpaper in a powder room Art in the hall included a digital collage by Austin artist Dave McClinton. A gallery wall and stacks of books made the wide staircase a destination in itself. On the top floor, attic space has been transformed into a playroom/bedroom for two lucky little girls. Carlisle Guest House At The Carlisle, a short-term rental owned by Donna Blair and Tamara Carlisle of Commerce Gallery, I spotted another painting by Patrick Puckett. A bar alcove in the living room was dressed up with floral wallpaper and blue paint… …and a brass armadillo. A quirky juxtaposition caught my eye: a taxidermy deer and portrait of a pensive woman, both staring off into space. A cool snake lamp Boldly patterned wallpaper with painted trim Casa Suerte Another favorite of mine was Casa Suerte, or house of good luck, the home of ceramist Celeste Quesada and her musician husband, Adrian Quesada of the fabulous Black Pumas. A ranch home built in 1972, Casa Suerte is decades younger than most of the other homes on the tour. I adored its retro, thrifted vibe, starting with a dramatic monkey-and-floral wallpaper in the small dining room. An avocado-green bookshelf made a casual divider between the entry and sunken living room. In the kitchen, open cabinets displayed colorful pieces of Fiestaware. The graphic tile on the backsplash… …reappeared throughout the home, including in the hall bath. Retro crane wallpaper added more bold pattern. I can’t remember if this pretty vignette on a bedside table was at Casa Suerte, but I admired the silver teapot with dried white flowers against the black wall. San Jacinto Street More black walls appeared in this Folk Victorian home, setting off a contemporary green sofa. A rustic dining room table was a simple choice under a sputnik chandelier. St.Leger House Lockhart artist and architect Christopher St.Leger designed his family’s home, a recent construction, and was the general contractor. It had a very livable feel. I admired green floral wallpaper on one wall of a sitting room. Foliage and birds and a cute Christmas tree In the bath, mossy green, color-drenched walls contrasted with terracotta tile floors. Christopher’s art studio at the back of the house had lots of display and storage space for his streetscapes of Lockhart. The Leona My last stop was The Leona, a compound of recently built luxury cabins — a boutique hotel — along a spring-fed creek with a waterfall. Lake | Flato (which designed Austin’s Central Library) designed the four cabins (more are in the works across the creek), and we were allowed to tour three of them. Rialto Studio designed the lush, mostly-native landscaping. Mexican bush sage, Turk’s cap, and grasses were in bloom during the early December tour. The eclectic interiors, with each cabin uniquely decorated, were created by Sarah Stacey Interior Design. I enjoyed every little detail. I’ve seen this fabulous griffin fabric in a home designed by Amity Worrel, another maximalist designer whose work I admire. A cozy bedroom with retro wallpaper and green-checked quilt A fringed bedside lamp with a leopard base is from Anthropologie. In another cabin, a glowing blue glass chandelier draws eyes upward. It was magnetic. In the bathroom, green ruled the day with a ceramic sink basin and square tiles. In another cabin, floral wallpaper and colorful art paired with a Vertigo pendant lamp. The kitchenette in burgundy and black won me over with sun-patterned wallpaper and quirky art. A smiling water tower print is by Austin photographer Sandy Carson. A bouquet of wire and glass flowers is fun too. A snake candleholder and crane wallpaper make a sinuous echo. Forest wallpaper and a green quilt cozy up another cabin. Wallpaper detail After the tour, I stopped at Old Pal for fried chicken and admired the courthouse Christmas tree before heading home, my head full of design inspiration from little ‘ole Lockhart. I welcome your comments. Please scroll to the end of this post to leave one. If you’re reading in an email, click here to visit Digging and find the comment box at the end of each post. And hey, did someone forward this email to you, and you want to subscribe? Click here to get Digging delivered directly to your inbox! __________________________ Digging Deeper Come learn about gardening and design at Garden Spark! I organize in-person talks by inspiring designers, landscape architects, authors, and gardeners a few times a year in Austin. These are limited-attendance events that sell out quickly, so join the Garden Spark email list to be notified in advance; simply click this link and ask to be added. Read all about the Season 8 lineup here! All material © 2024 by Pam Penick for Digging. Unauthorized reproduction prohibited. Source link

[romaleen]

December 12, 2024 Lockhart, a small town 30 miles southeast of Austin, has long drawn carnivores as a barbecue mecca. Black’s, Kreuz Market, Smitty’s, and newcomer Barbs B Q put Lockhart on the map with their brisket, ribs, and sausage. More recently, as musicians and artists priced out of Austin have relocated to Lockhart, the town has become known for its art (LockhART can be spotted on bumper stickers) and music scene. New businesses — an art gallery, restaurants, bars, bookstore, gift shops, and more — have revitalized the town square and made it a tourist destination even for those not on a BBQ pilgrimage. And now it’s showing off interior design chops too. Or so it seemed on last Saturday’s Lockhart Holiday Home Tour, which featured 7 beautifully decorated homes plus a luxury cabin rental complex. Proceeds benefited the Reading Is Fundamental (RIF) program, which provides books and promotes literacy for children. Here are my favorite design moments from the tour. The Red House The Red House (the exterior is now painted white) is a historic home owned by the Black family of BBQ fame. The interior is all wood plank with updated farmhouse details. I love the dining room’s mural-like, monochromatic wallpaper against the old wood trim. In the kitchen, red ribbons turned the cabinet doors into Christmas presents. Colored, diamond-paned windows admitted light into the wood-paneled stairway. A Christmas tree was glowing at the top of the stairs. Santa mug on a drink table And a droopy, Charlie Brown-type Christmas tree W. Prairie Lea Street One of my favorites on the tour, reflecting the warm personality of the owners, was a 1918 home with soaring ceilings, beautiful wooden pocket doors, and wonderful art, including this piece by Austin artist Patrick Puckett. Sitting area with plants and art Wise words Fun wallpaper in a powder room Art in the hall included a digital collage by Austin artist Dave McClinton. A gallery wall and stacks of books made the wide staircase a destination in itself. On the top floor, attic space has been transformed into a playroom/bedroom for two lucky little girls. Carlisle Guest House At The Carlisle, a short-term rental owned by Donna Blair and Tamara Carlisle of Commerce Gallery, I spotted another painting by Patrick Puckett. A bar alcove in the living room was dressed up with floral wallpaper and blue paint… …and a brass armadillo. A quirky juxtaposition caught my eye: a taxidermy deer and portrait of a pensive woman, both staring off into space. A cool snake lamp Boldly patterned wallpaper with painted trim Casa Suerte Another favorite of mine was Casa Suerte, or house of good luck, the home of ceramist Celeste Quesada and her musician husband, Adrian Quesada of the fabulous Black Pumas. A ranch home built in 1972, Casa Suerte is decades younger than most of the other homes on the tour. I adored its retro, thrifted vibe, starting with a dramatic monkey-and-floral wallpaper in the small dining room. An avocado-green bookshelf made a casual divider between the entry and sunken living room. In the kitchen, open cabinets displayed colorful pieces of Fiestaware. The graphic tile on the backsplash… …reappeared throughout the home, including in the hall bath. Retro crane wallpaper added more bold pattern. I can’t remember if this pretty vignette on a bedside table was at Casa Suerte, but I admired the silver teapot with dried white flowers against the black wall. San Jacinto Street More black walls appeared in this Folk Victorian home, setting off a contemporary green sofa. A rustic dining room table was a simple choice under a sputnik chandelier. St.Leger House Lockhart artist and architect Christopher St.Leger designed his family’s home, a recent construction, and was the general contractor. It had a very livable feel. I admired green floral wallpaper on one wall of a sitting room. Foliage and birds and a cute Christmas tree In the bath, mossy green, color-drenched walls contrasted with terracotta tile floors. Christopher’s art studio at the back of the house had lots of display and storage space for his streetscapes of Lockhart. The Leona My last stop was The Leona, a compound of recently built luxury cabins — a boutique hotel — along a spring-fed creek with a waterfall. Lake | Flato (which designed Austin’s Central Library) designed the four cabins (more are in the works across the creek), and we were allowed to tour three of them. Rialto Studio designed the lush, mostly-native landscaping. Mexican bush sage, Turk’s cap, and grasses were in bloom during the early December tour. The eclectic interiors, with each cabin uniquely decorated, were created by Sarah Stacey Interior Design. I enjoyed every little detail. I’ve seen this fabulous griffin fabric in a home designed by Amity Worrel, another maximalist designer whose work I admire. A cozy bedroom with retro wallpaper and green-checked quilt A fringed bedside lamp with a leopard base is from Anthropologie. In another cabin, a glowing blue glass chandelier draws eyes upward. It was magnetic. In the bathroom, green ruled the day with a ceramic sink basin and square tiles. In another cabin, floral wallpaper and colorful art paired with a Vertigo pendant lamp. The kitchenette in burgundy and black won me over with sun-patterned wallpaper and quirky art. A smiling water tower print is by Austin photographer Sandy Carson. A bouquet of wire and glass flowers is fun too. A snake candleholder and crane wallpaper make a sinuous echo. Forest wallpaper and a green quilt cozy up another cabin. Wallpaper detail After the tour, I stopped at Old Pal for fried chicken and admired the courthouse Christmas tree before heading home, my head full of design inspiration from little ‘ole Lockhart. I welcome your comments. Please scroll to the end of this post to leave one. If you’re reading in an email, click here to visit Digging and find the comment box at the end of each post. And hey, did someone forward this email to you, and you want to subscribe? Click here to get Digging delivered directly to your inbox! __________________________ Digging Deeper Come learn about gardening and design at Garden Spark! I organize in-person talks by inspiring designers, landscape architects, authors, and gardeners a few times a year in Austin. These are limited-attendance events that sell out quickly, so join the Garden Spark email list to be notified in advance; simply click this link and ask to be added. Read all about the Season 8 lineup here! All material © 2024 by Pam Penick for Digging. Unauthorized reproduction prohibited. Source link

[monaleen101]

December 12, 2024 Lockhart, a small town 30 miles southeast of Austin, has long drawn carnivores as a barbecue mecca. Black’s, Kreuz Market, Smitty’s, and newcomer Barbs B Q put Lockhart on the map with their brisket, ribs, and sausage. More recently, as musicians and artists priced out of Austin have relocated to Lockhart, the town has become known for its art (LockhART can be spotted on bumper stickers) and music scene. New businesses — an art gallery, restaurants, bars, bookstore, gift shops, and more — have revitalized the town square and made it a tourist destination even for those not on a BBQ pilgrimage. And now it’s showing off interior design chops too. Or so it seemed on last Saturday’s Lockhart Holiday Home Tour, which featured 7 beautifully decorated homes plus a luxury cabin rental complex. Proceeds benefited the Reading Is Fundamental (RIF) program, which provides books and promotes literacy for children. Here are my favorite design moments from the tour. The Red House The Red House (the exterior is now painted white) is a historic home owned by the Black family of BBQ fame. The interior is all wood plank with updated farmhouse details. I love the dining room’s mural-like, monochromatic wallpaper against the old wood trim. In the kitchen, red ribbons turned the cabinet doors into Christmas presents. Colored, diamond-paned windows admitted light into the wood-paneled stairway. A Christmas tree was glowing at the top of the stairs. Santa mug on a drink table And a droopy, Charlie Brown-type Christmas tree W. Prairie Lea Street One of my favorites on the tour, reflecting the warm personality of the owners, was a 1918 home with soaring ceilings, beautiful wooden pocket doors, and wonderful art, including this piece by Austin artist Patrick Puckett. Sitting area with plants and art Wise words Fun wallpaper in a powder room Art in the hall included a digital collage by Austin artist Dave McClinton. A gallery wall and stacks of books made the wide staircase a destination in itself. On the top floor, attic space has been transformed into a playroom/bedroom for two lucky little girls. Carlisle Guest House At The Carlisle, a short-term rental owned by Donna Blair and Tamara Carlisle of Commerce Gallery, I spotted another painting by Patrick Puckett. A bar alcove in the living room was dressed up with floral wallpaper and blue paint… …and a brass armadillo. A quirky juxtaposition caught my eye: a taxidermy deer and portrait of a pensive woman, both staring off into space. A cool snake lamp Boldly patterned wallpaper with painted trim Casa Suerte Another favorite of mine was Casa Suerte, or house of good luck, the home of ceramist Celeste Quesada and her musician husband, Adrian Quesada of the fabulous Black Pumas. A ranch home built in 1972, Casa Suerte is decades younger than most of the other homes on the tour. I adored its retro, thrifted vibe, starting with a dramatic monkey-and-floral wallpaper in the small dining room. An avocado-green bookshelf made a casual divider between the entry and sunken living room. In the kitchen, open cabinets displayed colorful pieces of Fiestaware. The graphic tile on the backsplash… …reappeared throughout the home, including in the hall bath. Retro crane wallpaper added more bold pattern. I can’t remember if this pretty vignette on a bedside table was at Casa Suerte, but I admired the silver teapot with dried white flowers against the black wall. San Jacinto Street More black walls appeared in this Folk Victorian home, setting off a contemporary green sofa. A rustic dining room table was a simple choice under a sputnik chandelier. St.Leger House Lockhart artist and architect Christopher St.Leger designed his family’s home, a recent construction, and was the general contractor. It had a very livable feel. I admired green floral wallpaper on one wall of a sitting room. Foliage and birds and a cute Christmas tree In the bath, mossy green, color-drenched walls contrasted with terracotta tile floors. Christopher’s art studio at the back of the house had lots of display and storage space for his streetscapes of Lockhart. The Leona My last stop was The Leona, a compound of recently built luxury cabins — a boutique hotel — along a spring-fed creek with a waterfall. Lake | Flato (which designed Austin’s Central Library) designed the four cabins (more are in the works across the creek), and we were allowed to tour three of them. Rialto Studio designed the lush, mostly-native landscaping. Mexican bush sage, Turk’s cap, and grasses were in bloom during the early December tour. The eclectic interiors, with each cabin uniquely decorated, were created by Sarah Stacey Interior Design. I enjoyed every little detail. I’ve seen this fabulous griffin fabric in a home designed by Amity Worrel, another maximalist designer whose work I admire. A cozy bedroom with retro wallpaper and green-checked quilt A fringed bedside lamp with a leopard base is from Anthropologie. In another cabin, a glowing blue glass chandelier draws eyes upward. It was magnetic. In the bathroom, green ruled the day with a ceramic sink basin and square tiles. In another cabin, floral wallpaper and colorful art paired with a Vertigo pendant lamp. The kitchenette in burgundy and black won me over with sun-patterned wallpaper and quirky art. A smiling water tower print is by Austin photographer Sandy Carson. A bouquet of wire and glass flowers is fun too. A snake candleholder and crane wallpaper make a sinuous echo. Forest wallpaper and a green quilt cozy up another cabin. Wallpaper detail After the tour, I stopped at Old Pal for fried chicken and admired the courthouse Christmas tree before heading home, my head full of design inspiration from little ‘ole Lockhart. I welcome your comments. Please scroll to the end of this post to leave one. If you’re reading in an email, click here to visit Digging and find the comment box at the end of each post. And hey, did someone forward this email to you, and you want to subscribe? Click here to get Digging delivered directly to your inbox! __________________________ Digging Deeper Come learn about gardening and design at Garden Spark! I organize in-person talks by inspiring designers, landscape architects, authors, and gardeners a few times a year in Austin. These are limited-attendance events that sell out quickly, so join the Garden Spark email list to be notified in advance; simply click this link and ask to be added. Read all about the Season 8 lineup here! All material © 2024 by Pam Penick for Digging. Unauthorized reproduction prohibited. Source link

[iamownerofme]

December 12, 2024 Lockhart, a small town 30 miles southeast of Austin, has long drawn carnivores as a barbecue mecca. Black’s, Kreuz Market, Smitty’s, and newcomer Barbs B Q put Lockhart on the map with their brisket, ribs, and sausage. More recently, as musicians and artists priced out of Austin have relocated to Lockhart, the town has become known for its art (LockhART can be spotted on bumper stickers) and music scene. New businesses — an art gallery, restaurants, bars, bookstore, gift shops, and more — have revitalized the town square and made it a tourist destination even for those not on a BBQ pilgrimage. And now it’s showing off interior design chops too. Or so it seemed on last Saturday’s Lockhart Holiday Home Tour, which featured 7 beautifully decorated homes plus a luxury cabin rental complex. Proceeds benefited the Reading Is Fundamental (RIF) program, which provides books and promotes literacy for children. Here are my favorite design moments from the tour. The Red House The Red House (the exterior is now painted white) is a historic home owned by the Black family of BBQ fame. The interior is all wood plank with updated farmhouse details. I love the dining room’s mural-like, monochromatic wallpaper against the old wood trim. In the kitchen, red ribbons turned the cabinet doors into Christmas presents. Colored, diamond-paned windows admitted light into the wood-paneled stairway. A Christmas tree was glowing at the top of the stairs. Santa mug on a drink table And a droopy, Charlie Brown-type Christmas tree W. Prairie Lea Street One of my favorites on the tour, reflecting the warm personality of the owners, was a 1918 home with soaring ceilings, beautiful wooden pocket doors, and wonderful art, including this piece by Austin artist Patrick Puckett. Sitting area with plants and art Wise words Fun wallpaper in a powder room Art in the hall included a digital collage by Austin artist Dave McClinton. A gallery wall and stacks of books made the wide staircase a destination in itself. On the top floor, attic space has been transformed into a playroom/bedroom for two lucky little girls. Carlisle Guest House At The Carlisle, a short-term rental owned by Donna Blair and Tamara Carlisle of Commerce Gallery, I spotted another painting by Patrick Puckett. A bar alcove in the living room was dressed up with floral wallpaper and blue paint… …and a brass armadillo. A quirky juxtaposition caught my eye: a taxidermy deer and portrait of a pensive woman, both staring off into space. A cool snake lamp Boldly patterned wallpaper with painted trim Casa Suerte Another favorite of mine was Casa Suerte, or house of good luck, the home of ceramist Celeste Quesada and her musician husband, Adrian Quesada of the fabulous Black Pumas. A ranch home built in 1972, Casa Suerte is decades younger than most of the other homes on the tour. I adored its retro, thrifted vibe, starting with a dramatic monkey-and-floral wallpaper in the small dining room. An avocado-green bookshelf made a casual divider between the entry and sunken living room. In the kitchen, open cabinets displayed colorful pieces of Fiestaware. The graphic tile on the backsplash… …reappeared throughout the home, including in the hall bath. Retro crane wallpaper added more bold pattern. I can’t remember if this pretty vignette on a bedside table was at Casa Suerte, but I admired the silver teapot with dried white flowers against the black wall. San Jacinto Street More black walls appeared in this Folk Victorian home, setting off a contemporary green sofa. A rustic dining room table was a simple choice under a sputnik chandelier. St.Leger House Lockhart artist and architect Christopher St.Leger designed his family’s home, a recent construction, and was the general contractor. It had a very livable feel. I admired green floral wallpaper on one wall of a sitting room. Foliage and birds and a cute Christmas tree In the bath, mossy green, color-drenched walls contrasted with terracotta tile floors. Christopher’s art studio at the back of the house had lots of display and storage space for his streetscapes of Lockhart. The Leona My last stop was The Leona, a compound of recently built luxury cabins — a boutique hotel — along a spring-fed creek with a waterfall. Lake | Flato (which designed Austin’s Central Library) designed the four cabins (more are in the works across the creek), and we were allowed to tour three of them. Rialto Studio designed the lush, mostly-native landscaping. Mexican bush sage, Turk’s cap, and grasses were in bloom during the early December tour. The eclectic interiors, with each cabin uniquely decorated, were created by Sarah Stacey Interior Design. I enjoyed every little detail. I’ve seen this fabulous griffin fabric in a home designed by Amity Worrel, another maximalist designer whose work I admire. A cozy bedroom with retro wallpaper and green-checked quilt A fringed bedside lamp with a leopard base is from Anthropologie. In another cabin, a glowing blue glass chandelier draws eyes upward. It was magnetic. In the bathroom, green ruled the day with a ceramic sink basin and square tiles. In another cabin, floral wallpaper and colorful art paired with a Vertigo pendant lamp. The kitchenette in burgundy and black won me over with sun-patterned wallpaper and quirky art. A smiling water tower print is by Austin photographer Sandy Carson. A bouquet of wire and glass flowers is fun too. A snake candleholder and crane wallpaper make a sinuous echo. Forest wallpaper and a green quilt cozy up another cabin. Wallpaper detail After the tour, I stopped at Old Pal for fried chicken and admired the courthouse Christmas tree before heading home, my head full of design inspiration from little ‘ole Lockhart. I welcome your comments. Please scroll to the end of this post to leave one. If you’re reading in an email, click here to visit Digging and find the comment box at the end of each post. And hey, did someone forward this email to you, and you want to subscribe? Click here to get Digging delivered directly to your inbox! __________________________ Digging Deeper Come learn about gardening and design at Garden Spark! I organize in-person talks by inspiring designers, landscape architects, authors, and gardeners a few times a year in Austin. These are limited-attendance events that sell out quickly, so join the Garden Spark email list to be notified in advance; simply click this link and ask to be added. Read all about the Season 8 lineup here! All material © 2024 by Pam Penick for Digging. Unauthorized reproduction prohibited. Source link

[shelyold]

December 12, 2024 Lockhart, a small town 30 miles southeast of Austin, has long drawn carnivores as a barbecue mecca. Black’s, Kreuz Market, Smitty’s, and newcomer Barbs B Q put Lockhart on the map with their brisket, ribs, and sausage. More recently, as musicians and artists priced out of Austin have relocated to Lockhart, the town has become known for its art (LockhART can be spotted on bumper stickers) and music scene. New businesses — an art gallery, restaurants, bars, bookstore, gift shops, and more — have revitalized the town square and made it a tourist destination even for those not on a BBQ pilgrimage. And now it’s showing off interior design chops too. Or so it seemed on last Saturday’s Lockhart Holiday Home Tour, which featured 7 beautifully decorated homes plus a luxury cabin rental complex. Proceeds benefited the Reading Is Fundamental (RIF) program, which provides books and promotes literacy for children. Here are my favorite design moments from the tour. The Red House The Red House (the exterior is now painted white) is a historic home owned by the Black family of BBQ fame. The interior is all wood plank with updated farmhouse details. I love the dining room’s mural-like, monochromatic wallpaper against the old wood trim. In the kitchen, red ribbons turned the cabinet doors into Christmas presents. Colored, diamond-paned windows admitted light into the wood-paneled stairway. A Christmas tree was glowing at the top of the stairs. Santa mug on a drink table And a droopy, Charlie Brown-type Christmas tree W. Prairie Lea Street One of my favorites on the tour, reflecting the warm personality of the owners, was a 1918 home with soaring ceilings, beautiful wooden pocket doors, and wonderful art, including this piece by Austin artist Patrick Puckett. Sitting area with plants and art Wise words Fun wallpaper in a powder room Art in the hall included a digital collage by Austin artist Dave McClinton. A gallery wall and stacks of books made the wide staircase a destination in itself. On the top floor, attic space has been transformed into a playroom/bedroom for two lucky little girls. Carlisle Guest House At The Carlisle, a short-term rental owned by Donna Blair and Tamara Carlisle of Commerce Gallery, I spotted another painting by Patrick Puckett. A bar alcove in the living room was dressed up with floral wallpaper and blue paint… …and a brass armadillo. A quirky juxtaposition caught my eye: a taxidermy deer and portrait of a pensive woman, both staring off into space. A cool snake lamp Boldly patterned wallpaper with painted trim Casa Suerte Another favorite of mine was Casa Suerte, or house of good luck, the home of ceramist Celeste Quesada and her musician husband, Adrian Quesada of the fabulous Black Pumas. A ranch home built in 1972, Casa Suerte is decades younger than most of the other homes on the tour. I adored its retro, thrifted vibe, starting with a dramatic monkey-and-floral wallpaper in the small dining room. An avocado-green bookshelf made a casual divider between the entry and sunken living room. In the kitchen, open cabinets displayed colorful pieces of Fiestaware. The graphic tile on the backsplash… …reappeared throughout the home, including in the hall bath. Retro crane wallpaper added more bold pattern. I can’t remember if this pretty vignette on a bedside table was at Casa Suerte, but I admired the silver teapot with dried white flowers against the black wall. San Jacinto Street More black walls appeared in this Folk Victorian home, setting off a contemporary green sofa. A rustic dining room table was a simple choice under a sputnik chandelier. St.Leger House Lockhart artist and architect Christopher St.Leger designed his family’s home, a recent construction, and was the general contractor. It had a very livable feel. I admired green floral wallpaper on one wall of a sitting room. Foliage and birds and a cute Christmas tree In the bath, mossy green, color-drenched walls contrasted with terracotta tile floors. Christopher’s art studio at the back of the house had lots of display and storage space for his streetscapes of Lockhart. The Leona My last stop was The Leona, a compound of recently built luxury cabins — a boutique hotel — along a spring-fed creek with a waterfall. Lake | Flato (which designed Austin’s Central Library) designed the four cabins (more are in the works across the creek), and we were allowed to tour three of them. Rialto Studio designed the lush, mostly-native landscaping. Mexican bush sage, Turk’s cap, and grasses were in bloom during the early December tour. The eclectic interiors, with each cabin uniquely decorated, were created by Sarah Stacey Interior Design. I enjoyed every little detail. I’ve seen this fabulous griffin fabric in a home designed by Amity Worrel, another maximalist designer whose work I admire. A cozy bedroom with retro wallpaper and green-checked quilt A fringed bedside lamp with a leopard base is from Anthropologie. In another cabin, a glowing blue glass chandelier draws eyes upward. It was magnetic. In the bathroom, green ruled the day with a ceramic sink basin and square tiles. In another cabin, floral wallpaper and colorful art paired with a Vertigo pendant lamp. The kitchenette in burgundy and black won me over with sun-patterned wallpaper and quirky art. A smiling water tower print is by Austin photographer Sandy Carson. A bouquet of wire and glass flowers is fun too. A snake candleholder and crane wallpaper make a sinuous echo. Forest wallpaper and a green quilt cozy up another cabin. Wallpaper detail After the tour, I stopped at Old Pal for fried chicken and admired the courthouse Christmas tree before heading home, my head full of design inspiration from little ‘ole Lockhart. I welcome your comments. Please scroll to the end of this post to leave one. If you’re reading in an email, click here to visit Digging and find the comment box at the end of each post. And hey, did someone forward this email to you, and you want to subscribe? Click here to get Digging delivered directly to your inbox! __________________________ Digging Deeper Come learn about gardening and design at Garden Spark! I organize in-person talks by inspiring designers, landscape architects, authors, and gardeners a few times a year in Austin. These are limited-attendance events that sell out quickly, so join the Garden Spark email list to be notified in advance; simply click this link and ask to be added. Read all about the Season 8 lineup here! All material © 2024 by Pam Penick for Digging. Unauthorized reproduction prohibited. Source link

[iammeandmy]

December 12, 2024 Lockhart, a small town 30 miles southeast of Austin, has long drawn carnivores as a barbecue mecca. Black’s, Kreuz Market, Smitty’s, and newcomer Barbs B Q put Lockhart on the map with their brisket, ribs, and sausage. More recently, as musicians and artists priced out of Austin have relocated to Lockhart, the town has become known for its art (LockhART can be spotted on bumper stickers) and music scene. New businesses — an art gallery, restaurants, bars, bookstore, gift shops, and more — have revitalized the town square and made it a tourist destination even for those not on a BBQ pilgrimage. And now it’s showing off interior design chops too. Or so it seemed on last Saturday’s Lockhart Holiday Home Tour, which featured 7 beautifully decorated homes plus a luxury cabin rental complex. Proceeds benefited the Reading Is Fundamental (RIF) program, which provides books and promotes literacy for children. Here are my favorite design moments from the tour. The Red House The Red House (the exterior is now painted white) is a historic home owned by the Black family of BBQ fame. The interior is all wood plank with updated farmhouse details. I love the dining room’s mural-like, monochromatic wallpaper against the old wood trim. In the kitchen, red ribbons turned the cabinet doors into Christmas presents. Colored, diamond-paned windows admitted light into the wood-paneled stairway. A Christmas tree was glowing at the top of the stairs. Santa mug on a drink table And a droopy, Charlie Brown-type Christmas tree W. Prairie Lea Street One of my favorites on the tour, reflecting the warm personality of the owners, was a 1918 home with soaring ceilings, beautiful wooden pocket doors, and wonderful art, including this piece by Austin artist Patrick Puckett. Sitting area with plants and art Wise words Fun wallpaper in a powder room Art in the hall included a digital collage by Austin artist Dave McClinton. A gallery wall and stacks of books made the wide staircase a destination in itself. On the top floor, attic space has been transformed into a playroom/bedroom for two lucky little girls. Carlisle Guest House At The Carlisle, a short-term rental owned by Donna Blair and Tamara Carlisle of Commerce Gallery, I spotted another painting by Patrick Puckett. A bar alcove in the living room was dressed up with floral wallpaper and blue paint… …and a brass armadillo. A quirky juxtaposition caught my eye: a taxidermy deer and portrait of a pensive woman, both staring off into space. A cool snake lamp Boldly patterned wallpaper with painted trim Casa Suerte Another favorite of mine was Casa Suerte, or house of good luck, the home of ceramist Celeste Quesada and her musician husband, Adrian Quesada of the fabulous Black Pumas. A ranch home built in 1972, Casa Suerte is decades younger than most of the other homes on the tour. I adored its retro, thrifted vibe, starting with a dramatic monkey-and-floral wallpaper in the small dining room. An avocado-green bookshelf made a casual divider between the entry and sunken living room. In the kitchen, open cabinets displayed colorful pieces of Fiestaware. The graphic tile on the backsplash… …reappeared throughout the home, including in the hall bath. Retro crane wallpaper added more bold pattern. I can’t remember if this pretty vignette on a bedside table was at Casa Suerte, but I admired the silver teapot with dried white flowers against the black wall. San Jacinto Street More black walls appeared in this Folk Victorian home, setting off a contemporary green sofa. A rustic dining room table was a simple choice under a sputnik chandelier. St.Leger House Lockhart artist and architect Christopher St.Leger designed his family’s home, a recent construction, and was the general contractor. It had a very livable feel. I admired green floral wallpaper on one wall of a sitting room. Foliage and birds and a cute Christmas tree In the bath, mossy green, color-drenched walls contrasted with terracotta tile floors. Christopher’s art studio at the back of the house had lots of display and storage space for his streetscapes of Lockhart. The Leona My last stop was The Leona, a compound of recently built luxury cabins — a boutique hotel — along a spring-fed creek with a waterfall. Lake | Flato (which designed Austin’s Central Library) designed the four cabins (more are in the works across the creek), and we were allowed to tour three of them. Rialto Studio designed the lush, mostly-native landscaping. Mexican bush sage, Turk’s cap, and grasses were in bloom during the early December tour. The eclectic interiors, with each cabin uniquely decorated, were created by Sarah Stacey Interior Design. I enjoyed every little detail. I’ve seen this fabulous griffin fabric in a home designed by Amity Worrel, another maximalist designer whose work I admire. A cozy bedroom with retro wallpaper and green-checked quilt A fringed bedside lamp with a leopard base is from Anthropologie. In another cabin, a glowing blue glass chandelier draws eyes upward. It was magnetic. In the bathroom, green ruled the day with a ceramic sink basin and square tiles. In another cabin, floral wallpaper and colorful art paired with a Vertigo pendant lamp. The kitchenette in burgundy and black won me over with sun-patterned wallpaper and quirky art. A smiling water tower print is by Austin photographer Sandy Carson. A bouquet of wire and glass flowers is fun too. A snake candleholder and crane wallpaper make a sinuous echo. Forest wallpaper and a green quilt cozy up another cabin. Wallpaper detail After the tour, I stopped at Old Pal for fried chicken and admired the courthouse Christmas tree before heading home, my head full of design inspiration from little ‘ole Lockhart. I welcome your comments. Please scroll to the end of this post to leave one. If you’re reading in an email, click here to visit Digging and find the comment box at the end of each post. And hey, did someone forward this email to you, and you want to subscribe? Click here to get Digging delivered directly to your inbox! __________________________ Digging Deeper Come learn about gardening and design at Garden Spark! I organize in-person talks by inspiring designers, landscape architects, authors, and gardeners a few times a year in Austin. These are limited-attendance events that sell out quickly, so join the Garden Spark email list to be notified in advance; simply click this link and ask to be added. Read all about the Season 8 lineup here! All material © 2024 by Pam Penick for Digging. Unauthorized reproduction prohibited. Source link