January 4, 2019

beautiful storage ideas





As the new year kicks into high gear, organization is always something I strive for. After all the holiday decorations are put away, I crave a new blank palette in my home, and part of that includes putting stuff away and being more organized.  




Something as simple as a stylish rack on the wall is the perfect place to keep your handbag and outerwear handy and neat.




Books can be organized by color on the bookcase for a really cohesive look that creates a beautiful backdrop.




Just a few chic accessories dress up the open-shelving in this bedroom.




A variety of neutral objects with interesting textures unite in this dining nook for an artistic display. Notice how certain elements, like the candlesticks, are repeated on each shelf.




In this mudroom, everyday objects are kept close at hand and provide just the right accent for the shelves.




We’re seeing more and more open shelving in kitchens, and for good reason! It’s so pretty when displayed with just the right goodies.




A collection of vintage silver livens up this kitchen and keeps things handy when unexpected guests arrive.




You know those pretty plates and antiques dishes you keep picking up at thrift stores and estates sales?  And, yes, I’m talking about myself, lol!

Displaying them on the wall is a great idea!




This narrow butler's pantry serves as a second kitchen and does so beautifully with a full wall of unexpected storage on the right.




A charming pantry is just as beautiful inside as it is outside.




Keep displays organized and tidy, like this simple collection of ironstone in the dining room.




Even LP’s and turntables can be kept organized when you plan for something that looks like this with plenty of modern and mid-century style.


ciao! fabiana



photo credit:  Australian Home Beautiful, California Homes Magazine,
Cottage Country, Country Living, BHG, Domino and House Beautiful magazines




January 3, 2019

a cozy home filled with vintage finds





The start of a new year gets me so excited about new possibilities and options for décor. 

It’s always fun to see a new twist on using favorite vintage finds in our homes. Not only does this personalize our space, it also creates our own unique style.




Fresh from the pages of Country Living, take a peek at how antique lover Jeanette Fristoe styled her home with her favorite collected treasures.




Keeping the backdrop neutral helps showcase collections and keeps things from looking cluttered.




A fun little flock of sheep keeps instantly creates a happy and stylish vignette.




To offset the white beadboard walls and upper white cabinetry, black cupboards and built-ins add  an elegant look to the kitchen.




The charming butler’s pantry is light, bright and filled with interesting textures.




The large Aga range in “Racing Green” was a gift from Jeanette’s husband and is the perfect focal point in this black and white kitchen.




Soothing and calm is the vibe in the bedroom.




A burlap feed bag was found in France and proves to be the perfect container for this philodendron.

I love that Jeanette painted every interior wall with a high-gloss white, that way her collections are the prime focus of her home. The sole exception is her living room, see first  photo, which is panted in the most perfect shade of soft gray. 


Which room is your favorite?

ciao! fabiana



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photo credit: Country Living





January 2, 2019

the paris market in savannah





The Paris Market is one of the first places I visit when I get to Savannah. Just the name alone sounds perfect!

This adorable store is filled with so many gifts, antiques, interesting home goods and a yummy coffee bar. So I really wanted to offer you a little peek at this place!




The street level of the Paris Market offers small gifts, jewelry hand-made items and that amazing little café, but downstairs the vibe was totally different. 

Antiques mingle with beautiful new merchandise and pretty little vignettes are set throughout the whole bottom level.




I can’t get enough of the building's vintage architecture that acts as a backdrop for the pretty items in this shop. 

There's a stunning display around every corner...




Here, a tastefully aged bar plays host to lovely glassware, antique silver and even a faux rhino on the wall.

Beautiful crystal chandeliers instantly create an opulent mood!




Vintage portraits are always a fun accent for your home, if you find just the right one!




This display of air plants and decorative scientific artifacts sits at the front of the store and leads you to the stairwell…  




Downstairs, a lavishly set table is one of the first things to greet visitors. I love how the vibe of this table is both elegant and casual.




Lemons, limes and oranges in a pretty bowl are always a great accent for the table or kitchen counter.




What a lovely china pattern!




Brass candlesticks, antique mirrors, chandeliers and portraits… some of my favorite things!




And look at this stunning girl embellished with all sorts of seashells and coral. What an amazing focal point she would be in someone’s fancy beach house!




You can spot her in the background among all the other fabulous finds.




French style lighting…








always create a fabulous mood in the home.

The pattern on this pillow looks kind of 
like a pine cone or a pineapple,

but I think it's actually a 

magnolia seed pod...





And here’s some fun “she shed” inspiration!




I just love to soak in all the details...




of this store, 

that's perfectly fit for a queen, or at least a princess!




I think the Paris Market will always be one of my favorite stops in Savannah.

If you're in Savannah,

the address for
the Paris Market is

36 West Broughton Street
at the corner of Whitaker Street.



ciao! fabiana


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January 1, 2019

looking forward to the new year





Happy New Year!

I’m so excited about all the amazing things that await us in the new year. Some of my favorite things that I'll be covering in 2019 will be…


photo by BHG


More fabulous decorating ideas, 

as well as 


photo by BHG


and fun storage options.



photos of the royal family by Karen Anvil


This weekend, I came across these amazing pictures of the royal family visiting with the locals outside church on Christmas day, and I was amazed at how detailed the pics were! It’s like we’re standing right there next to Meghan and Kate!




And speaking of Meghan, she does look quite advanced in her pregnancy. I’m guessing for maybe a March birth. They did say she was expecting in the spring.




Do you think it will be a boy or a girl?




Such great candid photos!





You may have seen my latest new year’s eve tablescape on my blog, in the Romantic Homes January issue or on the Cottages and Bungalows website, but what really excites me is when one of my tablescapes is recreated by a friend and they style it with their own unique style. 




Our really good friend Sherri set her New Year’s table with the same printable clock faces, clear glass plates and chargers. Doesn’t it look beautiful?!




Yay Sherri! It turned out great! Now you can use those clear glass plates for just about every holiday!




You can see the whole table here on the Cottages and Bungalows website. They added all the extras that weren’t included in Romantic Homes.





Be on the lookout in the next week for my blog post on my favorite store in Savannah, The Paris Market.   

It's one of my first stops when we visit Savannah every summer. Here's a little peek...




I’m happy to announce my collaboration with Farmhouse Style Magazine this upcoming year. It’s a quarterly magazine that comes out for each season.

The spring issue should be out within the next week or two, and features a couple of my projects that I shot exclusively for them, like these Lemon Blueberry Streusel Muffins.




Here’s the new cover…




I’m also continuing my collaboration with Romantic Homes as well as their sister publication Cottages and Bungalows magazine, so I’ll share more insight on those stories as well in 2019.

Wishing you all an amazing year ahead, with lots of peace, love and laughter! 



happy new year! 
fabiana


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