Terrain

Maybe it's just me, but staring longingly at the gardens of that French chateau this week made me long for gardening supplies & countryside chic decor. Whenever that feeling hits, I find myself on Terrain, an online site for all things garden-related and chock full of sweetly rustic, country-inspired decor. They carry a little bit of everything, from terrariums (perfect for adding a little green indoors!) to table settings to unique jewelry. High on my *lust list* is that cast bronze leaf coffee table-the perfect understated statement piece for any room. I'm also longing to pick up the vintage textile tote for weekends at the Brooklyn Flea & occasional farmer's market! Most of the items on Terrain would make an excellent gift for a housewarming or birthday, too. Who doesn't love getting a great candle, touch of greenery or interesting decor piece?

Clockwise from top left: Chalkboard Message Board || Mason Jar Shakers || Horseshoe Hook || Pressed Flower Sachets || Apothecary Jars || Chappy's Lemon Lip Balm || Sphere Bud Vase || Copper Foliage Coasters || Vintage Textile Tote || Wire Magazine Rack || Bronze Leaf Table || Wire & Wicker Basket || Crumpled Linen Throw || Rope Handle Terrarium || Jadeite Cake Stand || Footed Bowl Terrarium

Restored Gardens at a French Chateau

I know I've touched on this before, but one of the things I truly miss while living in NYC is an abundance of green space. Sure, we have parks (and really, Central Park is a LOT of green space), but when you grew up with an entire acre of it just for your family its loss can feel pretty poignant. Luckily for me, there's a large park only a few blocks from my apartment where I head whenever I feel too disconnected from nature, and since it's in Queens it's considerably quieter than those in Manhattan-always a bonus! When I stumbled across the renovated gardens of this French Chateau, I knew I had to share. They're incredibly simple and serene, making the most of the softly rolling green hills around them with a bit of manicured space to show off the splendor of the home!

*all images via Elle Decor