By Allison ~ March 3rd, 2010. Filed under: Allison Shops.
Everyone I know is past ready for spring. I've noticed the birds are twittering about more this week - hopefully a sign we won't be having more snow. New catalogs for the season are arriving daily in my mailbox and Inbox. One of my favorites is
Tracy Porter. The eclectic selection of home decor, lighting and decorative tableware feature richly detailed patterns and saturated colors. This votive trio is wrapped with regal birds and greenery in warming earth tones. I love the crowns just above their heads - a small touch that takes the design to the next level.
A chic pure white faux bois picture frame is an ideal perch for a pair of birds. The realistic detailing on the branches resembles Mother Nature so closely, it appears to be made of gathered wood.
John and Tracy Porter's passion for their work is contagious. When you have a chance, view the
video of their story. The website adds new videos daily, highlighting home furnishings and tableware carried by their company, along with decorating ideas and recipes. Most of the videos are shot in and around their Wisconsin farm, giving us a peek inside their lovely home - their nest - where they are raising their four boys.
I would love to hear what favorite catalogs or websites inspire you to feather your nest, so please leave a comment. You may see one featured in Allison Shops!
Source: Tracy Porter
Petite Bird Candles $42 set
Curator Photo Frame $29
Tags: bird photo frame, candle votives, faux bois photo frame, home decor, home decor shopping, Tracy Porter
March 4th, 2010 at 12:54 pm
Birds are one of my favorite design motifs. They seem to breath some life into things and bring the outdoors in.
Very interesting about the crowns! So true, being an unexpected touch.
Looking forward to the video, and peeking around at the house
I always look forward to browsing through the Charleston Gardens catalogues. https://www.charlestongardens.com/splash.cfm?CFID=38856219&CFTOKEN=ecb41cae7597ad80-2A4D9003-15C5-E1E2-3E7811BFE10DD954
March 4th, 2010 at 1:30 pm
Annie, I had never heard of the CG catalogue before, but it was fun to browse through!
Allison, I remember finding Tracy Porter’s site long ago and watching the video of her with her family. I’m so glad you featured her as her site has always been one of my favorites.
March 4th, 2010 at 5:41 pm
Terrific video! And love that mantel.
Apparently that house went up for sale in October. You can see a picture of the whole den, and other rooms, here: http://justbeautifulthings.blogspot.com/2009/10/tracy-porter-home.html
March 4th, 2010 at 9:29 pm
Yes! Bird motifs are definitely a trend. I did some trend boards and images here:
http://bit.ly/drAOUf It was hard to narrow down, there is SO much out there!
Do you know Wisteria catalog? Very good resource.
March 5th, 2010 at 12:58 pm
I’m glad everyone liked her website/catalog. Thanks for posting.
Annie, I receive CG catalogs also. They have nice things. Thanks for posting that the Porter’s house is for sale. I love the FP mantel in the video also. Didn’t realize the outside dining table was in a large screen porch area.
AnEyeForDetail, yes, I’ve posted some things from Wisteria before. Have also ordered a few things from them for DD1 last Christmas. Did you know the mother of the husband in the Wisteria husband/wife team is the Editor-in-Chief of Veranda magazine? One of my favorites. Thanks for posting.