Farmhouse Design Archives

Happy Monday friends. I hope you had a good weekend. My weekend was busy but I did get to enjoy a bit of down time. I also went to Target to see their newest collaboration with Chip and Joanna Gains of Fixer Upper fame.

The highly anticipated Hearth & Hand collection debuted online and in Target stores Sunday and design lovers like myself were quick to head to the store to see it in person.

Many of the Hearth & Hand items were designed with a farmhouse aesthetic but I was pleasantly surprised to find items that are versatile enough to work with other design styles.

The collection includes everyday decor, tabletop and kitchen items, plus Christmas decor. There is also a super cute pajama collection that is sure to sell out fast.

After seeing the collection in person, I rounded up some of my favorite pieces to share with you today.

MY FAVORITE ITEMS FROM THE HEARTH & HAND COLLECTION

1 // The brass Gather Napkin Rings are perfect for Thanksgiving and Christmas entertaining but are classic enough to use for year-round entertaining as well. $2.99 each.

2 // This black flatware is definitely my favorite item in the entire collection. I love the simple styling and matt black finish which give the flatware a classic, contemporary feel. The 5 piece place setting is $19.99.

3 // Have you noticed that cute spoon rest are hard to find? I like that this one won’t take up much space on the stove or counter. And its a great price too–$2.99.

4 // How cute are these black and white striped pot holders? This was another item on my ‘buy’ list but just like the spoon rest, it was sold out. $5.99

5 // I never knew I needed a kitchen scale until I spotted this one. I love the sleek design, black base and petite size which won’t clutter the kitchen counter. $14.99

6 // If you’re looking for a light weight yet cozy throw blanket, this black and white one is a good option. The green stitching along the edge is a nice design detail. $29.99 tip: it would be extra cute with some DIY pom poms or tassels on the corners.

7 // It was the unique shape and gold finish that sold me on these placecard holders. They’re perfect for a dinner table or I can see them being used as markers on a food buffet. $3.99 ea.

8 // These glass and gold candle holders are really pretty in person. A grouping of these would look great as part of a holiday centerpiece with candles or flowers. $16.99-$18.99

9 // I thought long and hard about purchasing these green glass vases. They are really substantial and the color is just beautiful. They would look pretty during the holidays with evergreen branches and white flowers. $16.99-$29.99

10 // All of the stockings in the Hearth & Hand collection were really cute but this one stood out to me. The addition of the green tassel add just the right holiday accent. $12.99

11 // I loved the size and quality of this Christmas mailbox and think it would be a nice tabletop accent during the holidays. It is crafted of iron and is pretty heavy so keep that in mind if you have thoughts of hanging it. $39.99

12 // This wide black and green plaid ribbon is my favorite ribbon in the Hearth & Hand collection. The colors and plaid design make it the perfect ribbon for wrapping mens gifts this holiday. $8.99

So there you have it, my top picks from the Hearth & Hand collection. I’d love to know if you did a little shopping this weekend at Target and which items are your favorite. Leave me a comment and spill the beans.

Head here to shop the entire Hearth & Hand with Magnolia collection.

update: Just as I was hitting publish on this post, I checked stock status and all of my favorite items except 6, 10 and 12 are sold out online.

One of the things we love to do on the weekend is to head out for a drive and explore new areas of Atlanta. Even though we’ve lived in Atlanta for 17 years, there are still so many areas and neighborhoods that we have never visited.

Our afternoon drives usually include lunch at a new-to-us restaurant and lots of oohing and awing at all of the beautiful houses in Atlanta. From mansions to small homes, the city is filled with some of the most charming properties I’ve ever seen. Last weekend we spotted a gorgeous home in Buckhead even though we couldn’t get a close up look without trespassing, I knew this house was amazing. The house happened to be for sale so I did a quick search and found the listing photos. Are you ready for a virtual tour? Hold your horses because this French provencal farmhouse is gorgeous!!!

Just check out the entrance to the house. The tree lined gravel driveway and the lush landscaping is breathtaking. FYI–it’s very common here in Atlanta to see light illuminating trees around a property. #sosouthern

Can you imagine hanging out on this lawn during the summer–crochet anyone?

And then when night falls this fire pit is the perfect spot to watch the sunset.

No words for the stunning French inspired garden!

I’m in love with this covered patio and check out the glass panel behind the chair that serves as a wall. #designdetails

Just give me a flamingo pool float and a cocktail and I’m all set to spend all day at this pool. Anyone else want to know what’s in that stone outhouse behind the pool? My guess is a potty and shower.

Let’s move indoors. You’d think the stone floors, whitewashed wood stairs and neutral color palette would feel cold but I just love the European charm of this foyer.

The main living room in this farmhouse has beautiful wood beams and a massive fireplace.

fyi–even in a mansion, curtain rods should be hung as high as possible

Living space #2. Maybe the most beautiful reclaimed wood floors I’ve ever seen. And that metal bookshelf behind the sofa is so unique.

Living room #3 has high-gloss black paneled walls that are breathtaking.

The sitting area off the master bed/bathroom really makes a statement. Love the barn doors, wood window casing and black slate floors.

Gorgeous master bedroom with wood planked ceilings and those herringbone floors again.

Every master bedroom needs a sitting area to enjoy your morning coffee or tea.

.The closet in the master bedroom is the closet of my dreams although there might be one too many mirrors for my liking.

Just like the rest of the house, the kitchen is expansive with a rough luxe design style. That arched metal framed door is a beauty.

The dining room is pretty charming with grey washed wood paneling and stone floors. The chandelier looks like an art piece and really makes a statement in the dining room.

Here are a couple of the guest bedrooms.

And the upstairs family room/game room looks like a great spot for lounging or entertaining. The wood beams and white walls keep the space from being dark and drab.

For all you wine lovers, here’s a wine cellar to admire.

And just in case you needed one more fun space to hang out, how about a basketball court?!

Designed by William Litchfield, this beautiful home was inspired by a 17th-century French Provencal farmhouse. The house sits on 4.2 acres of land and has 5 bedrooms/ 7 full bathrooms / 4 half baths and a total of 9955 sq. feet.

This beautiful home is located in the Buckhead area of Atlanta and can be yours for just under $10 million. You can see more of this beautiful home here.