I’ve always been a bit of a collector, which has usually oozed into my closet as well, so when I saw this quote on Pinterest I had to laugh! I think we all can admit we’ve peeked into the fictional life of Carrie Bradshaw (played by Sarah Jessica Parker) on Sex and the City, if not to glimpse her fabulous single life in New York City, then to check out what the heck she was wearing! Man, I never tire of those reruns, because even now, Carrie is the queen of rocking that casual “oh, I just threw this on and look amazing” look. So down to Texas Chantelle and I go, bringing back a little real style we can rock up here in the […]
Memories in Round Top, Texas
As Chantelle and I prepare to head to Antiques Week in Round Top, Texas, I can’t help but ponder the last time we were there. Before I do that, let me back up a bit. Once you find out about Round Top and know Antiques Week, it draws you in like a moth to a flame. It’s the type of show that draws people from all over the world, where a little tiny Texas town of 90 swells to tens of thousands over a weeks time. There are fields and fields of treasures, miles of junk to be found, amazing inspiration and glorious antiques found at Marburger. It’s enough to make you want to leave your life and hang out there, leaving reality behind. Chantelle […]
Junk Gypsy™ Paint Coming Soon!
At Bungalow 47, we have a secret to share! Coming the first week in April, we will be carrying a new line of awesome paint to use for all of your do-it-yourself projects! It is none other than Junk Gypsy™ Paint, which comes in 16 colors (5 perfect basics and 11 signature vibrant hues)! You probably know the Junk Gypsies from their shows on HGTV and Great American Country. They are the originators of this funky, boho style we all love, and they have been sharing their Gypsy love with the world for over a decade. They have decorated airstreams and weddings for the country celebrity elite (even decorating Miranda Lambert and Blake Shelton’s wedding) and have an amazing store down in Round Top, Texas. […]
The Prairie in Round Top, Texas
Since it is the week of fun in Round Top, Texas right now, I thought I would share our memories from our trip in January. The highlight of our journey was staying at Rachel Ashwell’s Prairie, an amazing bed and breakfast in Round Top. As you drive out into what seems to be the middle of nowhere, you come upon a dirt road with an American flag that beckons you down a path to a cluster of the cutest little buildings ever. We stayed in a smaller cottage next to the main house where our associates were staying. There are wonderful patios for conversation all over the property and wide open spaces to enjoy the true Texas prairie. We woke early in the mornings to […]
Bringing Travel Inspiration to Your Home
I live in a ‘house of travel’. What I mean by that is, seriously, we are always talking about travel. My hubby travels excessively for his job, we travel for pleasure and to see our kids who are spread out all over the US and Chantelle and I get to travel occasionally for business. Somehow I am always in a conversation about flights, connections, rentals cars, hotels, etc. It’s ridiculous, I’m not gonna lie, but there are perks of travel. And I’m not just talking the ‘first class’ kind! Two benefits of traveling are 1) you get to be someplace else where there are new things to see, different styles to observe, and inspiration to soak up. And 2) you get to come home after […]
Chantelle’s Man and His Car
I know this will sound kinda “braggy” but, I’m married to a fabulous man! He’s loving, kind, gentle, faithful, smart, funny, handsome, and HANDY! I remember him telling me once (when we were dating) that he could build anything. I was skeptical then but 25 years later I can honestly say that YES, the man CAN build anything he sets his mind to. This is one reason I knew he would love going to the Round Top, Texas flea market last spring. Round Top promised to have acres of treasures that he could pick from to upcycle and transform into something amazing. Many things caught his eye but the various rusty old pedal cars that were scattered throughout the show seemed to touch a […]
Junk Gypsy Premiere!!
The Junk Gypsies premiere tonight!!! Amie Sikes and Jolie Sikes are the Junk Gypsies and their new show takes you on an amazing junkin’ adventure as they use their rockin’ design skills to find junk and use it to transform homes. It’s a TWO thumbs up kinda show for sure!! While we were in Texas we had the opportunity to attend the HGTV premier party of their new show at the Junk Gypsy tent. It was on our last night in Texas and a perfect way to end the week. We were treated to all kinds of wonderful goodies. Amazing hors d’oeuvres, giant pretzels, snow cones and popcorn. Everything we needed to watch the show on the giant blow up screen under the the Texas […]
“Don’t Fence Me In…”
“Oh, give me land, lots of land under starry skies above… Don’t fence me in.” “Let me ride through the wide open country that I love… Don’t fence me in.” The Bungalow 47 road crew (Brian, Shelby, Torey and myself) hooked up the “big rig” and headed for Antiques Week Friday, March 30th, in search of Texas treasure. There was no telling what we might find so we made sure we were prepared to bring back anything. Antiques Week takes place twice a year. Once in early Spring and again in the Fall. There are approximately 60 shows and are mainly along Highway 237 in the Round Top – Warrenton area. Here you will find thousands of vendors and collectors set up with everything from fine antiques […]
At Bungalow 47, we are passionate about making our living spaces unique and meaningful: paint is a huge part of that. We believe your home is the scrapbook of your life, so we love a combination of found treasures that can be updated to function for how each of us wants to live today. Many of us have Grandma's old dresser, but we don't know how to make it our own, or create an up-to-date style. That's where chalk and clay paint comes to the rescue. Follow us as we share ideas using our zero VOC, solvent-free, and American-made paint.