Bespoke Cabanas & Boutique Tents

 This is the season for soirées!

 In Lexington, they begin in Spring and don't slow down till the end of summer. It's during this time when we find ourselves running & jumping at Keeneland, Rolex, the Triple Crown, High Hope Steeplechase & on the Polo fields as well!

Also on the calendar are dinner parties & birthday parties, weddings & graduations, bourbon tastings & barbeques!

Whatever the occasion, outdoor entertaining is one of the hallmarks of summer that I love, be it a rooftop garden, an elegantly manicured patio or sprawling lawn.

The sun shines bright on our old Kentucky home & the sky tends to open up on a moments notice. Wanting to avoid being drenched by occasional rain, we find ourselves seeking stylish shelter!

The best person to seek stylish shelter with is Anne Girault at Boutique Tents! Anne can renew your vision & your faith when it comes to entertaining in the great outdoors.

Whether you're hosting a fundraiser that calls for seating five hundred ~

Or cocktails at six ~

Boutique Tents has a beautiful array of bespoke cabanas, boutique tents, and timeless umbrellas that will complement your own personal style!

Anne has been immersed in the oeuvre of tents for nearly a decade. Her creations are inspired by her love of fashion, travel, motifs in nature, textiles, architecture, and interior design & it shows!

A valance with three layers of color, texture, and motion and the hand-painted pattern on the interior roof are fine examples of the innate sense of craft and workmanship that transforms these tents & cabanas into exquisite environments.

  Her designs are so richly detailed. I love the classic style and touch of whimsy!

Perhaps you would prefer that weekend guests slip out of their wet suits outdoors as well.

Boutique Tents has got them covered!

And a beautiful bespoke umbrella is guaranteed to add character to your inner sanctuary and provide a charming place to plan your next soiree ~ quick before the summer ends!

Here's a sneak peek of a new parasol prototype & custom cocktail umbrellas for a wedding. At Boutique Tents the planning never ends!

 

  Boutique Tents offers more than couture party cabanas, tents & scalloped cocktail umbrellas... on their website you'll also find custom fabric valances, beautifully hand-painted aisle rugs and banners!

I was so pleased to discover Anne Girault and her gorgeous Boutique Tents!

We became social on Instagram & she is so nice!

Be it a summer soiree or relaxing with the Sunday paper, I love to be outdoors and enjoying my surroundings, doesn't everyone?

Thank you, Anne!

All images here are the property of Boutique Tents unless credited by photographer or designer and are used with permission.

Seeking Shelter

Taking every possible opportunity to enjoy these long hot days of summer.

Even if it means being drenched by occasional rain.

Seems it’s turned my blue bench into a reflecting pool.

Don’t you love the heady aroma of gathered greens ~

This heat though….

has brought with it a bit of tropical flare ~

Mornings are cool and fans move the heavy air.

The sun has arrived, along with the sound of cicadas and the occasional slap of the screen door.

Time to take shelter.

“ It’s the shelter of each other that the people live.” Irish proverb

Thank you, Jamie Shelman, for reminding us that Cats need shelter too!

Earth Cave Summer Ink Drawing by Jamie Shelman

See more of Jamie’s delightful work at her Etsy shop, The Dancing Cat Fine Art and Prints.

Have a wonderful day friends and stay cool ~

Camping & Comfort

 There’s been some discussion around here lately regarding the subject of camping & comfort. In my opinion, these two do not go hand in hand.

That’s why God created Boy Scouts.

MR. Eagle Scout suggested it would be great fun and that maybe I would be more in the mood {what kind of mood might that be honey?} if I had my own uniform!

He said I could sew on as many badges as I wanted!

Sure thing. Right after I sew on a discrete flat pocket to hold my slim straight shooter ~

Oh, calm down. I’m talking about a slim straight shooter from Stanley. “For those occasions that require more than a toast.”

Then there’s the question of accommodations.

 Yes?

Remember it goes everywhere I go?

               

Didn’t think so.

There must be a better way…

There is! 

Shelter Co. 

Born from the love of the California landscape combined with nostalgia for the days of summer camp.

Shelter Co. provides fully furnished European style canvas tents for a luxury lodging experience. 

Shelter Co. packages include all necessary amenities and are fully customized to meet individual needs! 

Shelter Co. also offers a “Camping Butler” who will unobtrusively stoke your fire, pour your favorite liquor, {you can still bring your straight shooter Stanley} and provide turndown service?

It’s as easy as one, two, three.

Pick your spot.

With Shelter Co., you get to pick wherever you want your campsite to be.  A mountain top, a vineyard, a beach, even your own backyard. The possibilities are endless!

Pick your amenities.

I’m signing up for lighted paths, campfires, lawn & board games, a doggy tent, a private bath with organic toiletries, and yoga.

Sit back & relax.

Stargaze, sing songs, roast marshmallows, and get to know nature. 

I think I might be getting in the mood.

 

They say that camping will renew my love of the great outdoors. What I love is that the folks at Shelter Co. will pack it all up after we depart and leave things just the way nature intended.

Now accepting reservations.

Shelter Co. 

Hmmm.  I’ll let you know.

Feeling a bit more adventurous & want to take it to the next level? Clayoquot. 

If you prefer the comforts of home but enjoy smoky, woodsy stories, pictorials, and videos you’ll love Kinfolk.

 

If you’re a hippie at heart you’ll love The Yard.

 If you were a Blue Bird like I was you’ll remember this. I think it could easily be The Blogger Wish too!

Wherever you go & whatever you do this weekend I hope you have fun!

  Vintage Boy Scout & toys via Etsy.

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