Monday, July 28, 2014

My Baby Girl is Turning 6 and Party Plans are Underway!

I cannot believe it! Ava Rose is turning 6 on August 4th. Time really goes by way too fast. I try to enjoy ever single day with her and still it went so quickly. I savored the baby years and toddler years. Cried for the first day of pre-k and kindergarten now I have a first grader!

Ava Rose's first photo shoot. Courtesy of Christina Bohn Photography

Ava Rose is a true miracle. I truly had faith that she would come into my life and always believed, trusted and was very patient. So the day she was born is a true celebration for me. I celebrate that Ava Rose is a gift from heaven and that she is an amazing little girl. Truly taking after me she loves party planning and decorating and parties are a big deal at our house. Ava Rose starts to plan her birthday in the winter. She carefully thinks about a theme all winter long. I always tell her don't rush it! But she loves it so we plan and plan. This year she decide on a Country Western Hoedown. The planning, shopping and decorating is well underway for at least a month now. We enjoy every minute of it. Creating a guest list, writing out invitations, and of course researching on pinterest and coming up with a full plan. Then shopping!! We create everything from the table arrangements to full props.

Ava Rose's first birthday

Ava Rose is involved in all aspects of the party planning. Even selecting the menu. This year we decided on a Country American picnic mostly vegetarian menu. We found a great chef that worked with us to select some fun comfort foods - southern mac and cheese, corn muffins, chili, corn on the cob, old fashioned potato salads and picnic salads and sandwiches. We will have old fashioned lemonade, ice tea and of course a sundae bar!

Of course no party of Ava's would not be complete without a horse so her favorite horse will come and wish Ava a happy birthday and provide fun for the kids. We have lots of games planned like potato sack races, horse shoe throw and digging for gold. As well as a photo booth and old fashioned village.

We believe in paying it forward and giving back so each year before the party we go through all of Ava's toys and clothing and donate them to local charities. I also taught Ava Rose that it is important to save for what she would like and she saves her coins all year round to pay for her favorite horse to come to the party.

Ava Rose turns 5. 2013

Ava Rose's party is this Saturday so we have a busy week ahead as we start to decorate but we will have photos soon to share with you.

Feeling so blessed!

Friday, July 18, 2014

Our Styles for your Lifestyle

Lavender Fields is pleased to offer an easy way to shop. We have selected our top selling products and have added them by lifestyle. Shop for every lifestyle from cottage living to coastal living, to refreshing a guest room or creating the perfect outdoor retreat. We offer free design assistance and free shipping on most items. We also ship worldwide. Contact our designers today at 866-898-5461.

Coastal Style is comfortable and relaxed and interiors in this style reflect that mood. Rooms are loosely arranged and casually outfitted, fabrics are simple, natural, and durable. Our favorite coastal colors are clear blues, sea greens, creamy whites, and beige which all call to mind the hues of sand and water. Nautical and beach accents, such as shells, coral, and sea creatures, lighten up the look and bring in a touch of nature. Lavender Fields is the one place where you can find everything to decorate your beach house, coastal cottage or castle by the sea.

We never tire of beautiful farmhouse decor. From a rustic table, to a rocking chair, a warm quilt or the perfect rug Lavender Fields specializes in farmhouse and country style furniture and decor. Our designers are on staff to help you decorate your farmhouse or country style home.

Nothing reminds us more of childhood summers than a cozy lake cottage. Fishing rods and baskets, Adirondack chairs and cozy throws for summer nights on the porch. The designers at Lavender Fields are here to help you select the perfect camp and lake house style decor whether it is for a summer home or a special room in your house we are here to help.

New Traditional Style is somewhere in between traditional and contemporary style. The merging of the styles is often called "transitional" but we like to call it New Traditional. New Traditionalists appreciate historic architecture, interiors and furnishings while also admiring clean lines, light walls and some modern designs.

"Prairie Style encompasses much more than decorating. It highlights the values of an honest lifestyle. It is about family, traditions, respect for the earth and the past, animals--small and large, the beauty of simplicity, the comforts of home and the appreciation of handmade and home made, not mass produced items." - Fifi O'Neill

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Shabby Chic and Romantic Prairie Style

A comfortable style that appeals to the senses through soft fabrics with floral patterns, painted furniture, slipcovered furniture, sparkling chandeliers, vintage finds and gorgeous bedding.

Lavender Fields has everything to put together that special romantic room or an entire house.

We offer free design assistance and we are just a phone call away.

There is nothing we love more than setting a beautiful table. At Lavender Fields you will find the most charming table linens. For a holiday or everyday we have a large selection of tablecloths, napkins and placemats. Our unique tabletop collection is perfect to complete your table or for a wonderful housewarming gift. Our kitchen accessories will bring cheer to any kitchen.

Lavender Fields is pleased to offer a large selection of lighting for your home. From stunning chandeliers to petite lamps we have it all. We offer beautiful chandeliers for bedrooms, entrance ways, dining rooms and children's rooms. Lamps can be purchased with matching shades or we can coordinate a lamp and shade to match your decor. Shop the complete collection of Aidan Gray Lighting, Maura Daniel and Chandi Designs. Our Vintage Reproduction Chandeliers are made to order and are our top sellers. Give us a call toll free 1-866-898-5461 for free design assistance.

There is nothing like a great throw or accent pillow to liven up a chair or just add to a collection on a bed. At Lavender Fields you can shop by brand, style or color or view our entire collection. We have decorative pillows for every style decor from Romantic Living to Coastal Living. We offer complimentary design assistance.

Lavender Fields offers a wide variety of furniture products from world-renowned furniture brands. We are pleased to offer furniture from the most popular vendors; including, but not limited to: Somerset Bay Home, Modern History, CR Laine, Aidan Gray, Taylor Scott Collection, Seabrook Classics, Malibu Loft, Country Cottage, Corsican, Tara Shaw Maison, Fragments and Jane Keltner Home. Lavender Fields guarantees competitive pricing on products from all of our brands. Lavender Field's vendors have an extensive collection of fabrics and finishes, allowing our design staff to customize furniture products to satisfy our customer's needs. Contact us for free design assistance 866-898-5461.

Lavender Fields has everything you need to create the perfect bed. Choose from cotton sheet sets, linen sheet sets, and tencel sheet sets; cotton blankets, fleece blankets, and wool blankets; linen duvets and cotton duvets in solids and playful prints; lightweight coverlets in cotton and linen and a range of hues; beautiful bedspreads; and cotton quilts, velvet quilts, and blended quilts in an array of tempting textures. Shop by top name brands such as but not limited to Bella Notte Linens, Pine Cone Hill, Peacock Alley, Taylor Linens and Couture Dreams or shop by item. Our designers are on staff to offer free design assistance. Bedding Always Ships Free!

Lavender Fields offers a large selection of beautiful art prints, canvas prints and original art. We have selected our favorites for you. If you are looking for something special contact us as we would love to find it for you. Our designers are on staff to help you select that special piece or finish a room. From gorgeous roses to sweet cottages most of our art and frames are made and distributed to us direct from our wonderful selection of artists.

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Monday, July 07, 2014

From Lake Houses to Beach Houses Lavender Fields Has It All

We just love decorating vacation homes.

I grew up going to our summer cottage in the Catskills and my sister and I got the best decorating education from going to the many flea markets and yard sales with our dad.

There was just something about opening our summer cottage for the season.

The sound of the wood screen door, the fun of taking out all of our games that we forgot about all winter. Cookouts and lazy days by the lake. Nights of smores and fireflies.

It takes me back to those days.

When I am asked to decorate a vacation home I get so happy!

Here are some of my favorite picks for you. And if you do not get away this summer then add a few items like our favorite decorative pillows to give your home that summer vacation feel. And as always I am here to give you free design assistance when selecting items from our online store. Happy Summer! Lori - Owner/Interior Designer