Wednesday, August 28, 2013

A Magazine Photo Shoot and Color



(Thank you to One More Time...Events for featuring this post!)
Hi, everyone!  Hope you're having a great week!

I had an exciting couple of days last week!   When I started this blog a little over a year ago, I just wanted to share my passion for hunting for and decorating with 'good junk'!  In the back of my mind, though, I admit that I secretly wished to someday have my home in a magazine.  Well, my dream is slowly coming true!

It's been baby steps... first my blog was published in Romantic Homes....next pics of my dining room accompanied by an article I wrote was published in the wonderful magazine Creating Vintage Charm in the Christmas/Winter issue...then last week I had a team of photographers in my home on an official photo shoot for a National Magazine!!!

YAY!  I can't tell you how honored and excited I am!  (It will become more 'real' when I actually see pictures of my home in print!)  I will let you know more details closer to the publication date.


The photographers wanted to add a few pops of color to my mostly neutral palette.  They brought these cute pop bottles as props and I was thrilled when they told me I could keep them!  Aren't these vintage-looking graphics so fun?


These are now 'jazzing up' my mostly black and white kitchen.


I've always loved red and have used it in different rooms, especially our master bedroom, which you can see here.  And I've always favored green, too, as you can see in my dining room here.

But blue?  I don't think I've ever bought anything blue (to decorate my home) in my life!  I like it in other people's homes-I've just never been drawn to use it in mine.  So I was a bit apprehensive when the photographers added a few blue accents to my living room.  But when I saw the 'rough' pictures, I was impressed (and intrigued!)


So this past week on one of my 'junkin' trips I found myself stepping out of my comfort zone and buying a few...gasp...blue things!  This wood box/tray is the prettiest shade of faded, chippy blue.


You know I love anything with words/numbers on it, so that was an added bonus!


I also found 2 gorgeous, pristine grainsacks-I couldn't resist these babies!  They have a touch of blue in the stripe as well as the monogram.


I've placed the tray with the grainsacks on the shelving unit in my living room (for now.)


This is a big step for me, people!! :)





I also bought this pretty tablecloth and an old air mail letter from 1945. They tie into my spontaneous new red, white, and BLUE color scheme!


I can't promise that I'll  keep the color blue around...but for now it's a welcome change!



Thanks so much for stopping by...have a fantastic day!
 (Oops, I just realized that I accidentally watermarked some of these pics with my shop name "Home Sweet Home"...oh, well, just pretend you didn't see that!)

I'm linking up to these wonderful blogs:            Have a Daily Cup of Mrs.Olsen
                                                                      The Vintage Farmhouse
                                                                      Rooted in Thyme
                                                                      One More Time Events
                                                                      Common Ground


56 comments:

  1. If you do return to your natural color palette, like Kris did with her guest room, I will gladly take the blue things off your hands!

    It all looks wonderful and I can't wait until you share the magazine article.

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  2. Congratulations!! That is wonderful!
    Patty at Home and Lifestyle Design

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  3. A HUGE congratulations Suzan - what incredible news for you!!!
    I'm not surprised at all - you have such beautiful taste !!!
    XOXO

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  4. How exciting, Susan! I can't wait to hear all about it! The nice thing about neutrals is that you can add color in so many ways...love the blue...

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  5. Congrats on the shoot. I have to agree with you on the blue thing. Love it in others homes but not so much for mine.

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  6. I think the blue is lovely, Kris. I especially love the monogramed linens ~ the K M is my initials with my maiden name. : ) Congrats on the magazine shoot. Can't wait to hear more about it.

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  7. Congratulations on the photos shoot. Very Exciting!!! I guess you're going to keep us waiting to know which magazine??
    Mary Alice

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  8. Oh I'm so excited for you! What a wonderful compliment to your style to be selected to be in a national magazine. I can't wait to see it published. Congratulations! I love the touches of blue you've found for your home. I'm mostly a neutral gal too, but I do love touches of blue. I guess because it's such a cool color and doesn't really jump out at you. I think it works well with your style! You should keep it.

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  9. I am happy for you and can't wait to see the big photo shoot. I really like the light blue in your home-it is really a nice addition. Love it. It reminds me of a bit of sky in the house- xo Diana

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  10. Congratulations, Susan! Looking forward to hearing more about the photos in the magazine when it comes out!

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  11. Congrats on the magazine shoot, and I love the pop of red it sure set the shelves off.

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  12. Congrats on the magazine shoot, and I love the pop of red it sure set the shelves off.

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  13. Congrats on the magazine shoot, and I love the pop of red it sure set the shelves off.

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  14. well deserved, Susan. your home is wonderful! can't wait to find out more!

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  15. I can't wait to see which publication you're in, Susan - congratulations! I get so many, I'm bound to see it, lol. And will you be like Kris and keep your blue (her red) for much longer than a week? ;)

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  16. I can't wait to see which publication you're in, Susan - congratulations! I get so many, I'm bound to see it, lol. And will you be like Kris and keep your blue (her red) for much longer than a week? ;)

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  17. Congratulations on being published! I like the bits of blue and red added to your decor. We used to have Pop Shoppes here but not in years now. I remember the bottles well back when we returned them for refills. The wood box and grain sacks are really nice. Pamela

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  18. Congratulations on the magazine shoot. Your house is fun! I can see why they wanted to share it!

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  19. love the blue vintage tray, susan! big, big congrats to you--your home should be in print:)

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  20. Wow! Congrats of the magazine feature...that is so-o-o awesome. Thank you for stopping by I am now following you back!
    JP

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  21. Yay! How terribly exciting Susan! Oh Happy Day! And I'm with you - I've never used blue much, but it has been growing on me lately so it may just start popping up here and there in my home too!

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  22. Ooooh, how exciting! Congratulations, can't wait to hear about it and see it in the magazine!

    Tania

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  23. From what I can tell, blue is definitely "in." Love the red too.
    Brenda

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  24. Congrats my friend. I am so excited for you. I can't wait to see you in this great magazine!!!!! You, your style and home deserve this. I am so happy for you. Woooooo Hoooooo!!!!
    Kris

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  25. wonderful!! so happy for you, I love your home!!

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  26. Congrats to you...well deserved! Love the blue, you should definitely keep using it!

    ~Trisha

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  27. WHOO-HOO! A BIG CONGRATS! Can't wait to see your home in this magazine! I do LOVE the POP of color!! Blessings~~~Roxie

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  28. Congrats! Well deserved. I am with you on the blue but did add that blue trunk to my living room.. Cant wait to see the magazine..

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  29. Congrats on the photo shoot!! Can't wait to see your home when it comes out in the magazine. Love your decorating style and am so happy for you!!
    hugs,
    Cindy

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  30. Your home is just gorgeous...so excited for you! Keep us posted on further details...def want to add this magazine to my stash!

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  31. Suzan
    How exciting! I can't wait to see all of the beautiful photos they took of your charming home! I love your style and the POPS are fantastic!

    Have a wonderful week
    Hugs to you
    Kate
    xoxo

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  32. Congrats Susan....so very, very happy for you!...You so deserve the recognition and features of your beautiful collections and home....and I so love the blue wooden...and the "vintage" stamped on it....so glad you feel great stepping out of the box...I love the red/white and blue touches you are adding...

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  33. Congratulations! Looking forward to seeing the big reveal! I have not been around the land of blog that much lately, but hope to catch up in the near future.
    Hope you are having a great week.

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  34. Congratulations Susan! Why am I not surprised? I love the little pops of color and can't wait to see the your magazine feature!

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  35. I'm so excited for you, Susan...your home will be a big hit in the magazine! Can't wait to see it!

    I like the pops of blue and red. Sometimes we have to have someone step in and do it for us (my daughter comes up with things for my rooms that I'd never think of), then we find we like it. And nothing like what you have is carved in stone. I rotate things a lot.

    Have a great Thursday! :)

    XO,
    Jane

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  36. How wonderful for you. Your home is always so beautiful. I can't wait to see your home in the magazines. Alaina

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  37. Congrats!! I am so happy for you because the thrill of getting into a fab magazine is one of the best! I will admit, I LOVE LOVE your blue tray and of course, the linens in it. Thank you for stopping by my blog and leaving a lovely comment, I really appreciate it.

    Enjoy your fame - you earned it. (Been a fan for quite a while, just never really comment :-)

    Big hugs and lots of success,
    Elizabeth

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  38. What a great accomplishment everything looks great... Congratulations! Would love it if you came by and shared at http://www.onemoretimeevents.com/2013/08/share-it-one-more-time-party-and.html

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  39. Oh Susan Congrats!!! You so deserve this honor. I am a huge fan of your blog and style.

    Cynthia

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  40. What an amazing compliment to your talent.

    Yeah!

    blessings!

    Sue

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  41. Congratulations to you and your beautiful home, Susan. Well deserved. xo Laura

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  42. congratulations!! well deserved!! i totally understand the "stepping out of your comfort zone" with color! i suffer from that problem too, but i'm working on it!!

    cannot wait to see your mag spread!!

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  43. Cute Blog~!
    Congratulations...
    I just found you 'blog hopping' tonight and glad I did...
    I'm your newest stalker~~
    Jen @ Lace Crazy
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  44. The "pops" of color are FUN :) So excited about the magazine shoot...can't wait to hear more!!

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  45. Congratulations! Your home is so gorgeous and will show perfectly in print! I really enjoy watching talented, dear women like you get the recognition they deserve! Have fun! Hugs, Leena

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  46. Congratulations! That is exciting. The beauty of your neutral decor is being able to add pops of colour when you, or magazines!, feel like it.

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  47. Congrats on the feature!!! I have been adding a little touch of blue too:)

    Blessings,
    Linda

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  48. Congratulations!!! That is so exciting! Your place is amazing...... I must say, I'm lovin' blue these days and am glad you're giving it a chance....

    Have a wonderful weekend!!

    Suzie @ Dorothy Sue and Millie B's too

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  49. Congratulations Susan on your features!Yes they added some pops of color in my home too....it will be interesting to see what photos are picked and how they will look :-)
    xx
    Anne

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  50. Congratulations Susan! It's no surprise to me that you are quickly rising to fame. You have such a wonderful style! I love the pops of color. Just a little here and there is so fun. I love neutrals, but have a hard time doing it in my home. I am a gal who loves color. Red, green, and aqua are my favorites. I will be looking forward to seeing you in the 'secret' magazine. Thanks for sharing with SYC.
    hugs,
    Jann

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  51. Congrats Susan!! I always have loved your style and all your wonderful inspiring ideas! Thanks so much for sharing!
    Can't wait to see the magazine!

    Hugs,
    Jody

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