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In this round-up of recent stories, discover: interior design ideas, paint colors to sample, giggles, irreverent nonsense, and encouragement you never even knew you needed. Do PIN the lovely (are you even following my boards?) and Don’t Miss Pretty Posts With Promise.

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Dreaming of a Tranquil Bedroom?

They’re hard to beat – see stunning examples HERE.

BM Oystershell paint color in a beautiful bedroom designed by Kati Hardwick. #bmoystershell #neutralpaintcolors
Atlanta Homes & Lifestyles | Designer: Kati Hardwick, B.D. Jeffries | Photography: Emily Followill
Feminist quote about beauty and fashion over 40 on Hello Lovely Studio. #feministquotes #fashionover40

While I have been refreshing our bed and bath (see THIS), I tire of things so quickly! Do you like a minimal bedroom? Here’s a gorgeous design by TheFrenchNestCoInteriorDesign we spied in this story about must follow designers.

I Share a Ton of Kitchen Stories

Did you see this one about blue paint color ideas for kitchens?

Farrow & Ball Hopper Head painted cabinets in a beautiful scullery with design by Whittney Parkinson for House Beautiful.
Farrow & Ball Hopper Head – Design: Whittney Parkinson in House Beautiful

Or this one with white kitchens?

A runner from Amber Lewis + Loloi cozied up my own kitchen:

Hello Lovely's renovated Modern French kitchen with Amber Lewis/Loloi runner, F&B Pavilion Gray cabinets, and skirted farm sink.
Find the runner HERE.

Psst. Happy to report that two years later, I’m still loving all of the choices made for this kitchen reno including the Nantucket farm sink:

Hello Lovely's farm sink (Hyannis-30 from Nantucket Sinks) in renovated kitchen with Viatera Muse counters and Waterworks Julia faucet. #farmsinks #farmhousesink
Hello Lovely Studio – shop my home HERE

You may be surprised to learn that the most popular posts on the blog no matter what the season are the ones about white paint colors and white countertops. And it is so crazy to think about how much this reflects my real life. I am always painting things–alllllll sorts of surfaces white. A brush dripping with white paint in my hand? Just the most natural thing around here for 30 years! Painting brings me so much peace and pleasure.

Need a Bright White?

White paint colors to consider if you’re seeking a bright white are HERE.

Tiny house exterior painted BM Simply White and trimmed with board and batten - Monika Hibbs. #simplywhite #whitehousecolors #paintcolors
Simply White on exterior – Monika Hibbs
Encouragement and personal growth quote on Hello Lovely Studio. #controlquotes #empowermentquotes #strugglequotes

Holiday Inspiration in Summer?

Decorating for Christmas is not exactly a breeze for me since I lean toward the minimal so I always need help from family. I try to share plenty of inspiration because readers pin it all year long.

Mosey on over HERE and HERE if you’re in the mood for jingles and tingles.

Autumn Crafts & Quotes

Aren’t these leaf animals (spotted on Hello Wonderful’s FB page) darling? More autumn decor and craft ideas were spotlighted in THIS.

Leaf animal craft ideas by Hello Wonderful. #autumncrafts #leafcrafts #fallcrafidea
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Funny style and fashion humor quote on Hello Lovely Studio. #momhumor #fashionhumor

I independently selected products in this post—if you buy from one of my links, I may earn a commission.

Ideas for Warmer White Kitchens

There are so many ways to balance mostly white interiors. Texture is always a good idea. And another tried and true strategy is to simply mix different whites (warm whites with cool whites, greyed whites, and all the other whites on the spectrum).

No need to be nervous about a white kitchen feeling cold with ideas HERE.

European Country Kitchens

I wonder what my readers from Europe think sometimes about what we term European Country. Most of the images are of spaces outside of Europe! Find lovely kitchen inspiration HERE.

Funny crafting quote on Hello Lovely Studio. #crafthumor

We Enjoyed Our Home All Summer & Skipped the Laboring

Such a relief to be done with the family room, our walkin closet, and the full bath reno!

Even though we painted our bath REPOSE GRAY, I’m still not sure it’s going to stay. It’s still a bit gloomy in there for me even though my husband likes it. I showed you lots of examples of Repose Gray and Pavilion Gray in a comparison story HERE. The dining room, entry, and living room are also painted Repose Gray:

Hello Lovely's entry and dining room with tree mural wallpaper and light oak floors. #diningrooms #treemural
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Laundry Room Inspo

If you need inspiration for laundry and mud rooms, score lovely ideas in THIS.

Purbeck Stone (Farrow & Ball) painted cabinetry in beautifully designed laundry room by @torirubinsoninteriors.
Purbeck Stone no. 275 (Farrow & Ball) on cabinetry in this stunning laundry room by @torirubinsoninteriors; photo: Stephen Karlisch; styling: Melanie McKinley; builder: Ramsey Construction Co
Funny pistachio humor quote on Hello Lovely Studio.

One of the things I realized early on after we bought this Georgian house is that I don’t want it to be a theme house. It isn’t purely modern French or purely classic Hamptons or even purely European country (although it IS in the country and definitely European-inspired). I crave the freedom to do what feels right intuitively.

Modern French Style in Jill Egan’s Home

Lose yourself in luxurious lovelyland within this designer’s own home in THIS.

Modern French living room with elegant white mix of antiques - design by Jill Egan and architecture by Kirby Mears. #modernfrench #livingrooms
Interior Design: Jill Egan, Architecture: Kirby Mears, Photography: Kerry Kirk

I hope to return to Nashville and Franklin again for another gorgeous break this Fall.

Michele on a Southern porch swing in Franklin, TN - Hello Lovely Studio.

Rustic Tennessee Country Cottage

Tour the American country rustic interiors (with their sunny yellow checkered floors!) of Storybook Cottage where we vacationed in Leiper’s Fork. (It is spotlighted in Fifi O’Neill’s book THE SOULFUL COTTAGE which I showed you HERE.)

Rustic country cottage in Leiper's Fork, TN known as storybook cottage - Hello Lovely Studio.
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Personal growth and self-kindness quote on Hello Lovely Studio. #selfkindness #kindnessquotes #personalgrowthquotes

Last year at this time, it was Honeycrisp apples at our local orchard that were beyond delicious, but I’m all about Pixie Crisp this moment. My idea of wellth right now can be calculated by how many trips to the orchard I make in the season!

Apple Recipes

As soon as August rolls around, I start dreaming about baking apples – find a few recipes HERE.

Suzanne Kasler Inspo

I’m such a fan of Suzanne Kasler!

We celebrated her work in THIS.

Suzanne Kasler designed elegant bathroom in Sophisticated Simplicity (Rizzoli, 2018). #elegantbathroom #bathroomdesign
@SuzanneKasler
Mary Oliver quote poem about gratitude and prayer. #gratitudequotes #thanksgivingquotes #maryoliverpoems

Cathy Kincaid Fever

Followers of Hello Lovely’s FB page have a serious crush on all things Cathy Kincaid so the traditional design lovefest has been looming large:

Funny parenting humor quote about mom in E.T. on Hello Lovely Studio. #momhumor #parentinghumor #funnytweets

Is Chantilly Lace Calling?

This pure white with minimal undertones has a ton of fans…see examples in THIS.

Chantilly Lace (Benjamin Moore) painted paneling in a beautiful dining room by Amelia Lawrence Style. #chantillylace
Chantilly Lace paint color in a gorgeous dining room by Amelia Lawrence Style

Nancy Meyers “The Holiday” Sets

It just never gets old! Do you love the homes in the movie as much as watching Kate Winslet, Jude Law, Cameron Diaz and Jack Black in “The Holiday?” Then you’ll love THIS.

Tiny tub and bathroom in the English cottage in THE HOLIDAY where Kate Winslet's character lives. #theholiday #rosehillcottage
Rosehill Cottage set from “The Holiday” (Columbia Pictures, 2006); production design: Jon Hutman; set decoration: Cindy Carr and David Smith
Funny post-midlife humor quote from Michele of Hello Lovely Studio. #postmidlifehumor #aginghumor #menopausehumor

Romantic & Relaxed Interiors

Peek at these laid back luxe rooms that invite you to slow down and rest HERE.

Love an Earthy Green?

Plenty of love for sage in THIS.

Sage Green paint colors from Hello Lovely Studio. #greenpaintcolors #sagegreen
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Beautiful entry in an English home with stunning sage green painted door - Imperfect Interiors. #entry #interiordesign #classicdesign #victorianhome #englishhome #sagegreen #greenpaint
Imperfect Interiors
Inspirational quote about strength from Michele of Hello Lovely Studio. #inspirationalquote #lifequote #encouragementquote #quoteabouthope

Dining Rooms With European Country Charm

Whether you love rustic French farmhouse style or more elegant dining options, find inspiring examples HERE.

Timeless Kitchen Inspiration

Find the story HERE.

Wendell Berry poem THE PEACE OF WILD THINGS on Hello Lovely. #wendellberry #peacepoetry

“Home Again” Movie: Ideas to Get the Look!

There are some movies worth watching just for the amazing sets, and the ones from Nancy Meyers are hard to beat – get more details about this Reese Witherspoon film HERE.

Inspiration from Patina Farm’s Interiors

Patina Farm may have a new owner, but its inspiration lives on!

I independently selected products in this post—if you buy from one of my links, I may earn a commission.

Peace to you right where you are.

-michele

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French Country Farmhouse Baskets
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Boheme Madera Bench
Belgian Style Lamp
Kendall Skirted Dining Chair
White Charleston Sofa
Scrubbed Wood 5-Light Chandelier
Arched Champagne Wall Mirror
Moravian Star 1-Light Pendant
Highback Armchair
Mini Pendant Light
White Vase Set
Round Woven Placemat Set
Cashmere Throw With Fringe
Wreath Doormat
Fireclay Farm Sink (Reinhard, 30″)
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White Slipcovered Sofa
SHOP MY HOME!
29″ Whitewashed Table Lamp Set of 2
White Matelasse Quilt on MY BED
SHOP MY BATH!
Trees White Wallpaper Mural
Round Farmhouse Table
Myla Slipcover Sofa
Deconstructed Wingback Bed
French Farmhouse Dining Table
Milagro Heart
Slipcovered Dining Chair
Rustic Farmhouse Stool
Edgecombe End Table
Parisian Style Iron Table Lamp  33.5″
Black or Bronze Accent Table
French Stripe Basket Set
White Cotton Crochet Bed Skirt
French Country Rattan Basket Set
Marble Subway Mosaic Tile
Rattan Basket With Lid
White Ruffle Bedding
Seagrass Basket Set
Schumacher Wild Things Wallpaper
Slipcovered Sofa
Upholstered Dining Arm Chair
Shop My Breakfast Nook
White Matelasse Quilt
Tree Mural Wallpaper
Faux Potted French Lavender
Shaw Daybed
Distressed White French Country Chandelier
French Country Headboard
Oval Back Counter Stool, Set of 2
Antique Brass Pharmacy Floor Lamp
Round French Tufted Ottoman
Kinston Wood Bench
Italian Candelabra Chandelier
Slipcovered Linen Chair
Warner Upholstered Bench
Rustic Country French Dresser
Laurel Wreath Mirror
Round Farmhouse Dining Table
Reclaimed Wood Dresser
Louis Upholstered Bench
Pardon My French Doormat
Stripe Turkish Towel Throw
Pamela Arm Chair
Sweater Weave Basket
French Carved Wood Chandelier
Terracotta Pots & Basket
French Country Wood Chandelier
French Linen Dining Chair
Gustavian Cabinet
French Farmhouse Dining Table
Bar Stool
Beachy White Slipcovered Sofa
Rattan Armchair
Diptyque Oyedo Candle
Cross Back Dining Chair
French Country Candle Holder
French Industrial Metal Chairs (4)
Designer Favorite Wall Mirror
Holborn Lantern Pendant
French Country 6-Light Chandelier
Tray Side Table
French Country Upholstered Arm Chair
Wicker Trunk Set
French Ticking Stripe Pillow
Jute Area Rug
Mohair Throw
Rustic Industrial Farmhouse Shelves
Belgian Linen Sofa
White Duvet & Bedding
Rustic Wood Candlestick Set
French Market Basket
Linen Modern Wing Chair
French Country Farmhouse Baskets
Concrete Pillar Table Lamp
Boheme Madera Bench
Belgian Style Lamp
Kendall Skirted Dining Chair
White Charleston Sofa
Scrubbed Wood 5-Light Chandelier
Arched Champagne Wall Mirror
Moravian Star 1-Light Pendant
Highback Armchair
Mini Pendant Light
White Vase Set
Round Woven Placemat Set
Cashmere Throw With Fringe
Wreath Doormat
Fireclay Farm Sink (Reinhard, 30″)
White Waffle Coverlet
Light Grey Vienna Quilt
Boheme Madera Bench
Belgian Linen Duvet Set
Round Marble Side Table
Rustic Pedestal Farm Table
Rattan Hanging Chair Swing