Personal Reflections: My Beachy Palette

July 24, 2011


A mini mood board I assembled
the other day as I daydreamed
about decor plans for the living room.



The palette is inspired primarily
by a Meredith Pardue abstract
(her color sense is yummychic)
as well as an atmospheric
Sargent and glorious neutrals
(sand, putty, aqua, french grey,
quiet gold, black, and a little turquoise).

The
subdued
faded
worn
colors
whisper
lovely...




all photos mine

Those whispers matter, don't you think?
Because the unlovely has a way of grabbing our attention.

Human frailty
guarantees
life will be more than just
beer and skittles,
fabulous chandeliers,
and walks on the beach...

Mannnnnn, I do resent that about human frailty.



I'm a visual and sensual person
with a wild imagination.
The colors in my palette
have a sedative effect,
impart balance,
and ignite
hope.

And hope never disappoints.

Ever assembled a mood board yourself?

Peace to you right where you are.



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17 comments

  1. CindyJuly 24, 2011 at 6:18 PM

    I absolutely love this post, and the words,... are amazing...

    Cindy

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  2. SLRJuly 24, 2011 at 10:29 PM

    a lovely post and a lovely mood board! i have not done one, but i really should. when are you going to add some of this mood to your home?

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  3. Luciane at HomeBunch.comJuly 25, 2011 at 9:30 AM

    Oh, sweetie...

    You have such a beautiful soul. Honestly, I see its beauty through your art.

    I'm sorry I didn't visit you last week. I had to take a break. My belly is pretty big now and staying hour in front of the computer isn't making me any good. But I missed you!


    Have a great week!

    xo

    Luciane at HomeBunch.com

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  4. Luciane at HomeBunch.comJuly 25, 2011 at 9:30 AM

    Oh, sweetie...

    You have such a beautiful soul. Honestly, I see its beauty through your art.

    I'm sorry I didn't visit you last week. I had to take a break. My belly is pretty big now and staying hour in front of the computer isn't making me any good. But I missed you!


    Have a great week!

    xo

    Luciane at HomeBunch.com

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  5. AnonymousJuly 25, 2011 at 9:48 AM

    Beautiful palette, so well put-together! And beautiful post too. :)

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  6. MarieJuly 25, 2011 at 10:00 AM

    I am loving your color palette. Sand and sea are perfect combination!

    Happy SOYCM!
    -Marie

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  7. PennyblossomsJuly 25, 2011 at 10:38 AM

    Perfect beachy colours; what a great inspiration.
    I have never made a mood board, I just go full steam ahead when the mood takes hold! Must learn to do this...less drastic, but still beautiful to gaze at.
    Z xx

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  8. under spanish mossJuly 25, 2011 at 3:46 PM

    We love you mood board. The color palette is beautiful. Such an inspiration! We think we'll give it a try.
    Happy Monday! Angela and Renee

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  9. The Olive Tree BlogJuly 25, 2011 at 3:50 PM

    Those are great colors!!

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  10. michelleJuly 25, 2011 at 4:12 PM

    So beautiful! I love the colors, so soft and peaceful and I love your words. Life is so fragile and hopefully there are more beer and skittles than not.
    Always love visiting you my dear.
    xoxo

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  11. Acquired ObjectsJuly 25, 2011 at 4:32 PM

    You are such a creative person love your mood board and your colors. I've put together such items but not for decorating more for what pleases and interests me. I always have a pile of stuff on my desk laid out that grabs my eye in this manner.

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  12. Privet and HollyJuly 25, 2011 at 6:33 PM

    I do believe
    this mood board
    could be hung
    up as a piece of
    art....one that
    brings back memories
    of all that you
    love and inspires
    you to create even
    more beautiful things.
    Love it.
    xx Suzanne

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  13. ValereeJuly 25, 2011 at 8:43 PM

    Simply gorgeous! Love your colors and the mood they evoke.

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  14. AnonymousJuly 25, 2011 at 9:01 PM

    Your mood board is both inspiring and soothing. I've never done a mood board but I just might try.
    You're right:
    "Hope does not disappoint...."


    ~Romans 5:5


    judithahall@gmail.com

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  15. micheleJuly 25, 2011 at 9:44 PM

    you all make me smile.

    i was waiting for someone to pick up on the reference to the Romans scripture...it's my life verse!

    hugs you gorgeous ladies.

    michele

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  16. Meera @ firstsenseJuly 27, 2011 at 4:04 PM

    Ahh beautiful beachiness... your mood board is stunningly serene and soothing, my lovely, and making me crave an escape from the daily stresses, feeling a bit frazzled from months of constant hecticness.

    I do enjoy the visual escapes you provide here.

    Hugs,
    Meera

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  17. GailJuly 27, 2011 at 6:48 PM

    Start with the pallette, everything else is just added details.

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