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Look What Came To The Booth

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This week I have several new (to the booth, actually very old) pieces coming in, including this beauty.  A hazard of having a space seems to be that I want to keep everything for myself.  It is even better in person!
Come see me in #15 at Interiors & Antiques!

Instagram ?

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I just recently got on to Instagram.  I know I am behind....what's new.  I have to say, I am loving it.  It is a great way to see glimpses of beauty and inspiration throughout the day.  I have received some great recommendations of people to follow but I wanted to know who you love.
Send recommendations my way please!  You can find me HERE, my name on Instagram is mariannestrong.

I am currently playing a serious game of catchup after High Point, I hope to be back soon but we will see...


Before & After: Chair for Bargain Bash

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Still in High Point but I wanted to share a quick B&A.  A few weeks ago the Junior League of Birmingham asked if I would give a donated piece of furniture a makeover to be auctioned off at their Bargain Bash for charity.  Of course I said yes!  So this was the piece I chose...

Maybe it was the cane (because I love LOVE cane), maybe it was the incredible detailing all over or maybe it is because I have a chair obsession appreciation but for whatever reason it spoke to me.  Some progress shots here and here.  And here it is ready to find a new owner...
 The linen used for the cushion is absolutely divine.  While it reads blue upon closer look you can see it is so much more intricate than just a plain solid.  
I decided to keep it simple and pretty rather than loud and fun.  I was torn, but since it is being auctioned off for a good cause I wanted it to appeal to large audience.  
The finish is a Bray; really could go with so many color schemes.  It could also fit in so many different types of rooms/spaces.
 One from behind as well...
 This beauty will be auctioned off this Thursday night at Bargain Bash, part of the Bargain Carousel.  For information please visit here.  Hope to see you there!

Quiet Time

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To Market I Go...

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The last time I went to High Point Market I was five months pregnant, about to move into my office and the year was 2011.  I was also escorted by Camila, a fellow blogger who I am so honored to call a close friend.  We had a great time and I could not have asked for a better trip. 
Tomorrow I leave to return to High Point.  Even though it has only been two years it feels like so much has changed since then.  Henry is now running around like a Wile E. Coyote instead of kicking my ribs, the office feels like it has been my home forever and sadly, Camila can't make it this time around (although we shall reunited soon)!
 My escort this time around will be my Mom and I am happy she is coming.  She usually comes to the Atlanta Market with me so she has an idea of what is ahead, albeit on a much smaller scale.  Hopefully while I am there I can catch up with some "internet friends", such a shallow term for something much deeper.   Above and below are pictures from last time- Lauren up top and Traci below.
I hope you all have a wonderful weekend.  If you are going to Market let me know!!!!