Tyler's Kitchen

For those of you who love to watch Tyler Florence on Food Network, his home kitchen was just featured in the most recent issue of House Beautiful. 

How adorable is his daughter!  Already in the kitchen with her dad.

You can certainly tell this is a chef's kitchen.  Love all of the copper pots and the large tile backsplash!

He even has a chalkboard wall leading into their dining room.

His restaurant in San Francisco.

And, he even owns a kitchen shop in Mill Valley, CA.

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Stylish Blogger Award

I am so honored that Teresa at Splendid Sass has given me the Stylish Blogger Award!  I launched my blog only a few months ago and have been amazed by how many wonderful people I have come in contact with.  Thank you so much, Teresa!  It really means a lot to me.

7 things about me:
1.  I have always lived in Washington State, even though I don't like the rain.
2.  My favorite movie is Cinema Paradiso.  If you haven't seen it, put it on your list!
3.  My family vacations in Cannon Beach, Oregon every summer.  We love the beach!
4.  I'm only second generation American.  My grandparents were from Switzerland and Czechoslovakia.
5.  Cooking is a huge passion of mine.
6.  My favorite show currently on TV is Top Chef.  I'm a Bravo junkie. 
7.  Lily Cler was my mom's dog who I adopted when she passed away last year.  I adore having her!

I would like to pass this award to:
Monika, Splendid Willow
Sarah, Flourish Design + Style
Traci, Traci Zeller Designs
Chassity, Look Linger Love
Staci, Staci Edwards Design
Paula, Two Ellie
Marianne, Haven & Home
Debby, Inspired Design
Janell, Isabella & Max Rooms
Sherry, Design Indulgence

After receiving this award, pay it forward and follow the rules.

Rules
1.  Thank and link back to the person who awarded you.
2.  Share 7 things about yourself.
3.  Award 10 great bloggers that you have recently discovered.
4.  Contact those bloggers and tell them about the award.

Wallpaper

I think 2011 is going to be the year for me to get a bit of wallpaper in my house.  I've been eyeing this one by Katie Ridder for quite some time.  My office may be the perfect place for it!

Let There Be Light

I love how a chandelier can transform a room. 

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So True

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