I understand that many women are not good at spatial relations, that is, understanding how objects fit in and move through space. I offer myself as a case study: Two days ago I made plans to pick up a large hutch that the owner told me was in two pieces, ...
Read MoreBarnstormers and Yard Sales
‘Tis the season for yard saling. And for barnstorming. And this month I’ve been up to both. And then on to this weekend’s fun: Yard saling! Chartreuse & co’s annual Yard Sale is this weekend, and we’ve all been rummaging through all our treasures, projects, and finds, ...
Read MoreThe Power of Paint
I’ve been a bit paint crazy lately. The barn, the girls’ apartment, my bedroom, my laundry room. Chip, my husband, just doesn’t get why I’m so into it (or see the value of $85/gallon paint vs. $30/gallon paint). But, frankly, I’ve become obsessed with the transformative power that gallon contains. ...
Read MoreMarket Days Redux
Wow, what a great weekend we had! The weather was perfect (if a little chilly on Saturday when the wind blew . . .), the offerings we sooo great, and everyone had such a good time. In case you couldn’t make (or in case you want to relive it a ...
Read MoreAnother Sneak Peak at Market Days
Here’s another sneak peak at some more of the kind of great stuff you’ll find this weekend here at Chartreuse’s first-ever Market Days. I just love what Carly Simonds of Peanut & Scoot, space # 5, does with paper and cloth: Michelle Lalumia of Time Was, space # 14, brings ...
Read MoreMore Inspiration from You
Katie R., a long-time customer, sent these photos of her Chartreuse & co treasures in her home. Click on image to enlarge: Picture 1: The pop of blue from the candles and the pitcher draw your eye to the buffet-top vignette. Picture 2: I love using pretty little chairs like ...
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