Finding the Perfect Pet Proof Slipcovers

With a house full of pets and a 5 year old that loves to snack on the sofa my quest for the perfect slipcover began. It was not easy. I did hours of research on what fabric will be Harry proof (our rescue dog that likes to eat the sofa when he is left alone), Ava proof (my five year old that likes to snack on the sofa), Cat proof for our kitties that think it can be a scratching post.

I love a well designed home that is livable. I do not want to obsess about the slipcovers. I do not want to ever dry clean. I want to throw them in the wash and dryer once a week. So my search for the perfect fabric began. I wanted a solid this time as I currently have Rachel Ashwell Shabby Chic slipcovers, I wanted that relaxed look and I wanted them to be soft to touch and easily removable. I considered cotton duck, twill and chenille. I read article after article on how pets can destroy all 3. I don't use leather and I do not want any micro fiber. 

I am my pickiest customer! After a solid week of research I selected Sunbrella. I read countless blog posts and message boards how Sunbrella will hold up with pets and children. Easy to wash and easy to spot clean. So my fabric is on the way. I will let you know how it works out for us in the next few months. Hopefully these slips are bulletproof! 

Lavender Fields offers Sunbrella fabrics and also custom slipcovers. 
Contact us to speak to a designer on staff. 

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My Bedroom Makeover: Part 1 Refinishing Vintage Furniture.

It seems as a designer we save our homes for last. I was inspired by my new pillow from Jennifer Lanne and Annie Sloan Chalk Paint. My furniture is being transformed by Dawn from Hydrangea Home this week and my Bella Notte Linens bedding.

Almost 9 years in my house and my bedroom seemed to always get pushed to last because of an urgent project. This year I decided to treat myself to a beautiful bedroom.This is where it all starts. 

I took over a guest bedroom in the house since it is my favorite and converted my old room into Ava Rose's playroom. 

The first project was to paint my parents 1950's furniture. It is beautiful solid wood furniture with lovely curves but the top coat yellowed over the years and though it is hard to see in these photos it also turned green in places. 

Not a pretty vintage patina at all. So in comes the amazing Dawn from Hydrangea Home www.myhydrangeahome.com. Dawn worked her magic with Annie Sloan paint and without having to sand it down she painted right over the pieces. 

It was fun to see my furniture transformed and I now I love it! I also had fun with Dawn working right out of my house and catching up on shop talk, design projects and tips on balancing raising children with running a business. 

Dawn is a true inspiration. 

If you have not visited her blog and website please do.

www.myhydrangeahome.com

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Cyber Monday Sale

Enter Coupon Codes 

at checkout: 

15% OFF $0-$150.00

Code: FRIDAY1

20% OFF $151.00-$350.00

Code: FRIDAY2

25% OFF $351.00 & up

Code: FRIDAY3

TODAY ONLY

Ends tonight at 11:59pm

*not valid on previous purchases and cannot be combined with any other offer other than free shipping. 

Sale for any products in store and online with the exceptions of Bella Notte linens, Pine Cone Hill and Dash and Albert items.  

May not be combined with any other offer than free shipping.

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2013 Black Friday Sale

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at checkout: 

15% OFF $0-$150.00

Code: FRIDAY1

20% OFF $151.00-$350.00

Code: FRIDAY2

25% OFF $351.00 & up

Code: FRIDAY3

STARTS NOW 

ends Monday 12/2/13 

until 11:59pm

*not valid on previous purchases and cannot be combined with any other offer other than free shipping. 

Sale for any products in store and online with the exceptions of Bella Notte linens, Pine Cone Hill and Dash and Albert items.  

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Dog Rescue Contest

We will donate $50.00 
to the rescue group 
and the lucky dog will win a 
Harry barker toile dog bed. 


How to Enter:

Submit a short story how you rescued 
your dog and where you rescued your dog from. 
Be sure to include photos.

EMAIL: lavenderfieldsonline@msn.com 

We will post all photos on the blog as well as the winners story. 

We will pick a winner December 1st, 2013

No purchase necessary.

“We rescued Harry from a New York City Shelter. 

He was on a kill list for that same day. 

He is an amazing dog and a true 

companion for my little girl.” 

-Lori

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Thanksgiving DIY Napkin ring printables

We have so much to be thankful for this year.  

We hope you enjoy these Thanksgiving printables. 

Each strip has an empty space to write what you’re feeling grateful for. 

They can be used as napkins rings, tags for branches of trees, which would 

make a terrific conversation piece, or be as creative as you’d like. 

You’ll see we printed them on kraft paper to make a very thankful paper chain. 

(A fun project for the kids while dinner is preparing.)

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Source & Design by 

www.silverboxcreative.com

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