I have finally resurfaced after a surreal past week. The Style at Home photo shoot was really an amazing experience. Erin McLaughlin, the Style at Home Editor, and Virginia MacDonald, the photographer (please check out her portfolio, you will be in awe), are two people I immediately connected with. We discussed style, photography, our lives, their careers and did some serious bonding over a shared love of shoes. What amazed me most was their patient interaction with my daughter Elizabeth. They both genuinely adore children. Elizabeth has now asked numerous times, “When are Erin and Virginia coming to visit us again?”.
I was fairly stressed out and overwhelmed for the two days prior to the shoot, even though Atmosphere handled the majority of the staging (speaking of amazing). Organizing even a few rooms to achieve photo worthiness is not an easy feat. Particularly when said space must continue to be inhabited by three children. I verbally cordoned off several areas, and relegated the children to the basement bathroom, and forced them to eat breakfast in my office (pancakes from McDonalds, couldn’t use the kitchen). So as not to disturb he bedroom, Elizabeth slept on the top bunk in her brother’s bedroom, much to her delight.
I will share some more details soon, but for now I’m just reacquainting myself with normal life. We are also enjoying a rare week at home together as a family, so I’m attempting to limit computer access. I must share a couple images of the gorgeous flower arrangements created by Blossoms. I’m so grateful to Carla, Jill and Dan for their vision in creating these stunning pieces. I’ve never had so many flowers in my home at one time (there were several more that I didn’t photograph), it was kind of surreal. They are now dying which I tend to find a touch depressing, and perhaps the reason I shy away from incorporating fresh flowers in my house.
My Favourite Arrangement
Not flowers, but I loved this platter of vegetables
Sounds like a whirlwhind of a week! I'm sure your home will look sensational! Have a good week with your kiddies!
Posted by: Sundeep @ Designwali | August 16, 2011 at 11:13 AM
Oh, girl, you are keeping us in suspense! That definitely sounds like one *busy* and crazy week...it's quite the feat to corral children, so hats off to you for that! That alone would have driven me crazy! But then all the other organizing and prepping...whew! I can't wait to see the photos! I'm sure you aren't allowed to post anything until the magazine comes out, do you know when that is? I've definitely been missing my design pal, get in some good time with the fam, lady!
Posted by: Aubrey | August 16, 2011 at 06:03 PM
Sounds like a busy yet amazing week you had! I can totally relate how difficult it is to maintain a clean and organized home especially with three kids, so hats off to you for keeping things perfect for the photo shoot. I am anxious to see how your home turns out after it was styled. Keep us posted, Tina!
Jessie
www.mixandchic.com
Posted by: Jessie | August 16, 2011 at 09:24 PM
I cannot wait to see your home in the glossy pages of Style at Home. So glad the experience went well - enjoy your family time! :) xx
Posted by: Kerry | August 17, 2011 at 12:36 PM
CANT WAIT TO CATCH UP!!! I need all of the details! Let's do coffee soon!
Posted by: Carissa | August 17, 2011 at 08:14 PM
I can't wait to hear more details about your BIG WEEK! So glad you got to have some family time.
Posted by: Sarah MacMillan | August 19, 2011 at 09:03 PM
ohmygosh, SO EXCITING!! Congrats on the feature, I cannot wait to see it!
Posted by: Christine | August 29, 2011 at 03:20 PM