Review of: Interior Designer Bunny Williams; An Affair With A House & I Restore Life to an Old Tray

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  • Опубликовано: 21 окт 2024

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  • @thetartantopiary
    @thetartantopiary  Год назад +7

    Rose Forever shop: bit.ly/3yt00iX
    $25 off discount code: Tartan25

  • @jamesparciak9765
    @jamesparciak9765 Год назад +15

    Hi. Mary. Oh Bunnys house I have met Bunny and have the great privilege of being at her home, its wonderful, fabulous and special, Bunny is a special person. Thank you for another beautiful presentation. Your Easter table... beautiful. Nice job on the tray looks great. Thanks. Happy Easter.

    • @thetartantopiary
      @thetartantopiary  Год назад

      I have never met Bunny. I would love to visit her Connecticut home. I'm sure it was fabulous in every way. I love John Rosselli. Was he there? Thanks for watching James, and for commenting. Happy Easter!

    • @sharonchilds3871
      @sharonchilds3871 Год назад

      Happy Resurrection Day Mary! Love Bunny ‘s style

  • @cooperwesley1536
    @cooperwesley1536 Год назад +11

    I like Bunny Williams, but I've never really loved her work. I guess it boils down to the realization that her passions are not my passions. That being said, I love that she is so invested in her "forever home." We live in a world in which our younger generations see everything as temporary or disposable... even homes. My aging parents sold their "forever home' of almost 50 years a few years ago and relocated to an age-friendly condo. It broke my heart. Hopefully Bunny will inspire younger generations to build and cherish a forever home of their own, too.

    • @thetartantopiary
      @thetartantopiary  Год назад +2

      YES! I thought of the John Ruskin quote when I read your comment, as I do not view things as temporary or disposable at all. Owning a home for 50 years; that's a lot of memories. Was the decision to sell difficult for your parents?

    • @cooperwesley1536
      @cooperwesley1536 Год назад +2

      @@thetartantopiary More so for me than for them, I suspect. They downsized when they were in their late 70s to a 3-bedroom condo (all on one level), which was a lot easier for them to manage. No lawn, no stairs, etc. Fortunately, they kept their interiors much the same, so I'm still surrounded by childhood memories when I visit. 🙂

    • @Dina-md3ji
      @Dina-md3ji Год назад

      The good thing about downsizing is the money leftover for your elderly parents to spend time with others who travel and tourism is good for the soul

  • @maryschlotter108
    @maryschlotter108 Год назад +14

    I have like many people loved and enjoyed Bunny’s designs and her wonderful book. I didn’t know that the inspiration for her began at a visit to the Greenbrier. I have a postcard from my father when he was at the Greenbrier in the 1960’s on a business trip. And a photograph of him in front of a fountain there.I have kept it all these years . Sadly at the age of 43 he passed away suddenly. He had shared how beautiful the Greenbrier was and wanted to take us back as a family one day. Thank you for sharing that. Your tray came out beautifully.I wish you and your family a very Happy Easter and a happy Spring.

    • @thetartantopiary
      @thetartantopiary  Год назад +3

      What a great thing to have from your father. Have you been to the Greenbriar? If not, you should go. It would be a way to connect to your father. He must have been impressed with it, especially if he wanted to bring the family back. I did a video on a book about the Greenbriar written by Carelton Varney. He was a design assistant for Ms. Draper and until his death, last year, worked very hard to keep the hotel exactly the way Ms. Draper had designed it. Thanks for sharing that story. Happy Easter to you!

  • @marymckay7154
    @marymckay7154 Год назад +1

    I adore Bunny's style, creativity, and her inspiration. As one who has to " take what you have and work with it" she has taught me how to do just that.

  • @annsmith7207
    @annsmith7207 Год назад +9

    Bunny Williams: The greatest interior designer in the US -- her talent is inherent to who she is!

  • @nmbr6kid
    @nmbr6kid Год назад +3

    She’s so talented and yet so seemingly approachable. Love her style so much. I enjoy all your videos. Thank you 👏👏♥️

    • @thetartantopiary
      @thetartantopiary  Год назад +1

      Thank you. I met her once several years ago at the High Point Furniture Market. She had been answering questions and signing books all day. She was still charming and took the time to converse with everyone.

  • @mindyd952
    @mindyd952 Год назад +6

    Loved the tray tutorial, and the peeks into your garden!

  • @jamesparciak9765
    @jamesparciak9765 Год назад +1

    Hi. Thank you for your response. John as not there, I didnt have the opportunity to meet him. They are both very talented. Happy Easter.

  • @vintagewidow
    @vintagewidow Год назад +14

    Loved this book for years. Great design never goes out of style! Thank you Mary and Happy Easter. 🐣

    • @thetartantopiary
      @thetartantopiary  Год назад

      I thought the same thing. The only thing that dates this book were a few of the color choices, but you are right, great design will never go out of style! Happy Easter to you as well.

  • @dianekelley6559
    @dianekelley6559 Год назад +4

    I absolutely love this book and Bunny’s style. The mix of so many styles and elements is what thrills me.

    • @thetartantopiary
      @thetartantopiary  Год назад +2

      Yes- it's layered and acquired over time. It also probably helps to have a husband that deals in antiquities. 😁

    • @Dina-md3ji
      @Dina-md3ji Год назад

      It's always good to have an expert agreeing with the wife

  • @rachelkoiks
    @rachelkoiks Год назад +1

    Omg I’m surprised to see your DIY tray! I’ve been searching the internet and YT on how to DIY my own papier-mâché furniture and decor in that typical Victorian English style. With it being mostly black and hand painted gilding and usually flowers with varnish.. how did they make it so smooth and strong?! I thought, “Dang, is it so niche that I can’t find ANYTHING??” Well look what I stumbled across… different materials but the same look! Yay

  • @johnmyers7008
    @johnmyers7008 Год назад +5

    Thank you for another great video, Mary! You have definitely found your calling! Happy Easter to you and your family...

    • @thetartantopiary
      @thetartantopiary  Год назад

      Thank you, John. I hope you have a Happy Easter as well!

  • @sherylgergen6672
    @sherylgergen6672 Год назад +12

    Your trays are beautiful! Love the idea of using something old that you already have, repairing and making it new again. Fun project! Inspired💐

    • @thetartantopiary
      @thetartantopiary  Год назад

      I love being inspired and I am so happy when I can do that for others. Thank you!

  • @silviaperdomo8215
    @silviaperdomo8215 Год назад +13

    My husband and I enjoyed this video, especially the tray. How artistic and fabulous ! You're a very creative woman ❤

    • @thetartantopiary
      @thetartantopiary  Год назад

      That is a very thoughtful comment. I appreciate it and thanks for watching.

  • @DLynne222
    @DLynne222 Год назад +12

    Great book choice for Easter! I love everything about Bunny Williams and I think I have all but one of her books. I have this one. Just beautiful. Thanks for sharing it. Also for sharing your project! I have several items, including a very similar tray, which could use this treatment. Now my head is spinning with ideas. Thank you!!

    • @thetartantopiary
      @thetartantopiary  Год назад +2

      I had the same problem, as my head was spinning with ideas for the tray. I almost went with a Willow Blue theme. Thanks for watching and I hope you have a wonderful Easter.

  • @MariaReyes-te7lk
    @MariaReyes-te7lk Год назад +2

    Love your kraft ideas that motivates us to work on, and do them.

  • @AnitasDreams
    @AnitasDreams Год назад

    Love Bunny Williams & her tour of her home on RUclips is wonderful. Thats a great idea on the tray.

  • @lindaortolano7837
    @lindaortolano7837 Год назад +4

    Hi Mary! I love Bunny Williams and her style of decorating! The tray you refurbished turned out beautifully! You are so talented! I look forward to the next review and wish you and yours a beautiful and happy Easter! Hugs! :)

    • @thetartantopiary
      @thetartantopiary  Год назад

      Thank you and I wish the same for you, Happy Easter!

  • @mjef3695
    @mjef3695 Год назад +1

    What a nice surprise for Easter weekend. Thank you.

    • @thetartantopiary
      @thetartantopiary  Год назад

      Thanks for watching. I hope you have a wonderful Easter!

  • @bostonviewer5430
    @bostonviewer5430 Год назад +1

    I love Bunny Williams designs and homes. A reminder one does not have to live in a stark white home with no details. Maximal will return.
    The hostess did not state how she fixed the card to the tray but an easy way to do this kind of project is using high quality stickers. I recommend John Derian's Sticker Book! Full of great period images. And not terribly expensive.

    • @thetartantopiary
      @thetartantopiary  Год назад

      The gold paint kept the chinoiserie print in place and the varnish permantly adhered the print to the tray. That’s a great suggestion about the John Derian stickers.

    • @bostonviewer5430
      @bostonviewer5430 Год назад

      @@thetartantopiary And John Derian's Wallpaper gift wrap book is great too.
      I really enjoy your channel. While you don't actually visit these homes your videos often present much clearer pictures from the books than the swooping around hand held videos of other channels.
      Keep up the good work.

  • @shirleyprescott1528
    @shirleyprescott1528 Год назад +4

    I too am working on an old commode, also! Doing almost what you have done to your tray (which I LOVE )! I purchased new knobs, one of which is a bunny for the cupboard part, not the drawers. Im doing the gold trim and taking some watered down stain and going over it lightly to give it an aged look! you are such an inspiration to me .! I love taking trash and making it a pure treasure! Happy Easter! I love your table!

    • @thetartantopiary
      @thetartantopiary  Год назад +1

      Thanks, Shirley. I would love to see your commode. Just out of curiosity, does it have a marble top or wood? Thanks for watching and I hope you have a happy Easter as well.

  • @kaywallace6139
    @kaywallace6139 Год назад +3

    Lovely 😊

  • @dartlanddunbar5842
    @dartlanddunbar5842 Год назад +5

    😊I'm happy to know that I'm not the only one who names lizards; and birds and squirrels and fish. Your tray is lovely. The gold accent with the image you chose makes a beautiful statement. I learned of Bunny Williams from my mother and grandmother when I was very young. Bunny is the best!

    • @thetartantopiary
      @thetartantopiary  Год назад

      Yes- Bunny is really one of the great designers. I can't think of anyone else alive today that can say they worked with Sister Parish and Albert Hadley. Tell your lizards that my lizards said "hello". 🦎😁

  • @janicekeisler9225
    @janicekeisler9225 Год назад +1

    Hi Mary! Oh this segment really “tugged at my heartstrings” and Bunny’s home and gardens are beyond beautiful. Your review is so interesting, giving us details that we didn’t know. I love your home and the renewed tray. We have lots of lizards and although I haven’t named them, I speak to them as they look up at me from their place in the plants or porch chairs! We also have tree frogs and toads. What a thoughtful and gorgeous gift for your mother and the card is beautiful too. Sharing another look at your Easter table is a treat too. Thank you and please, keep doing what you do so well!

    • @thetartantopiary
      @thetartantopiary  Год назад +1

      I'm glad you talk to the little creatures as well! It's the eye contact that motivates conversation. Thank goodness there isn't a hidden camera in my garden. Thanks for watching, Janice. See you in the next one!🦎💗

  • @pcrice-lr2dn
    @pcrice-lr2dn Год назад +1

    A favorite book for me and a designer that I admire 💗🍃

  • @lizhorton5333
    @lizhorton5333 Год назад +2

    Thanks for giving us this glimpse into Bunny Williams beloved home. It is apparent that a lot of love and hard work went into creating such a comfortable and beautiful home. Also the roses are exquisite. I love roses!🌹

  • @sharonparrish2981
    @sharonparrish2981 5 месяцев назад

    I have this book and have read it many times. What a great story it tells.

  • @marlenegoho1778
    @marlenegoho1778 Год назад +1

    I love her work, it’s too overdone for me, but I love it and I’m fascinated by it. It’s just amazing! And I take away ideas for my own home. Her attention to detail is fabulous. She and her husband are so talented.

    • @thetartantopiary
      @thetartantopiary  Год назад +1

      I appreciate that you can see the talent, even though the style is not for you. Many people will discount the talent of a designer just because the design is not to their taste. Good for you! There are many books I feature with rooms in them that I could never live with. Design is subjective for sure!

  • @klouliving5646
    @klouliving5646 Год назад

    So beautiful 😍, thank you for sharing all this beautiful books and things 🙏

  • @glendalafont1561
    @glendalafont1561 Год назад +1

    Loved this

  • @rosariopaiz6158
    @rosariopaiz6158 Год назад

    Good morning, as always it is my best channel to watch but specially today for you have restored a tray like one I have , I have a project to start for when I return from KY ., thank you for such a great work you always put your soul and spirit in your doings. With sincere love an early Happy Mother's day to special person like you .

  • @debipinck2736
    @debipinck2736 Год назад +2

    Always a pleasure to view your book review! Loved the tray refresh, great idea. Thank you for sharing it.

  • @psin0373
    @psin0373 Год назад +2

    My favorite book! What a dream, Bunny's home is. The Forever Roses are a classic; they look lovely in your minty blue green space. Love the black/gold tray update, too. Thank you for the visual treat! Happy Easter to you & yours!

    • @thetartantopiary
      @thetartantopiary  Год назад

      I always appreciate your comments and I hope you have a wonderful Easter as well!

  • @TheFiown
    @TheFiown Год назад +2

    I have this one it's lovely and I also love the interview with the girls from Quintessence !

  • @amyjones2490
    @amyjones2490 Год назад

    Bunny is one of my favorites

  • @JJ33438
    @JJ33438 Год назад +2

    loved this video and the tray is just beautiful. thanks for this one.

    • @thetartantopiary
      @thetartantopiary  Год назад

      Thank you, Joan. I appreciate that and I'm glad you enjoyed the video!

  • @elizabethcarlone1364
    @elizabethcarlone1364 Год назад

    Loved your video. Bunny Williams is one of my favorite designers.

  • @grigsbywhite3309
    @grigsbywhite3309 Год назад +6

    Bunny Williams is one of my favorite designers that I have found. I do enjoy her approach to design and mixing the styles to make the eye happy. I made sure to purchase all of her books when I started collecting. Another great book review. Happy Easter 🐣🐰

    • @thetartantopiary
      @thetartantopiary  Год назад

      I love Bunny also; especially her connection to the past and southern roots. The fact that she was inspired by Dorothy Draper to become a decorator and actually worked for Sister Parish and Albert Hadley is pretty fabulous. I hope you have a wonderful Easter as well!

  • @jeaninewalsh5120
    @jeaninewalsh5120 Год назад +1

    Hi Mary, lovely book!! Bunny has a beautiful home, I have seen it several times on youtube and admire it every time. Your tray turned out Beautiful! Enjoy! Thank you for sharing another wonderful book. Hope you have a Blessed Easter!!✝️🙏🐇🌷🐣

  • @kimberlykennedy747
    @kimberlykennedy747 Год назад +1

    Love the tray! Happy Easter,Mary!🌷🐣🐇🦋🐑🌷

  • @joycestempa5647
    @joycestempa5647 14 дней назад

    I have the same trays and it hurt me to see that particular one get painted over because that one was the first one I bought that started my collection. However you did do a nice job recreating a new version.

  • @CharlotteFairchild
    @CharlotteFairchild Год назад +1

    Mary, have you written a book? I know a garden designer who put her 30 years with one garden into a book. I think your house and garden are inspiring. I did keep 12 crystal bowls out of the 80. I gave some of those to relatives the following Christmas unused and in a box. I traded the 68 for blankets and place mats!

    • @CharlotteFairchild
      @CharlotteFairchild Год назад

      Will you put the tray outside again?

    • @thetartantopiary
      @thetartantopiary  Год назад +1

      I have written a book, but not about design. It is a history book about my hometown of Wallace, NC. I will probably put the tray outside, but in a covered area.

  • @vivienmcnaul109
    @vivienmcnaul109 Год назад

    Beautiful tray. Love bunny Williams

  • @helenaneumann1872
    @helenaneumann1872 Год назад +2

    Happy Easter & Happy Passover, dear Mary and to your loved ones, viewer, friends!

    • @thetartantopiary
      @thetartantopiary  Год назад

      Thank you, I wish you a happy and peaceful Holy Week!

  • @MarciaSantos-ox1fk
    @MarciaSantos-ox1fk 5 месяцев назад

    Poor Bunny, she must be exhausted always showcasing her fab homes in NYC, CT and DR!

  • @karenreiter533
    @karenreiter533 Год назад +1

    Oh Mary, thank you for this beautiful video. Bunny Williams is a treasure. I love the tole tray that you decorated. I just purchased the Forever Roses for my daughter for her Mother’s Day gift. What a great idea! Thank you for the code. Happy Easter Mary to you and your family. 💕🐇🐇🐇🐇🐇

    • @thetartantopiary
      @thetartantopiary  Год назад +1

      Thank you for letting me know. I hope you and your family have a wonderful Easter as well!

  • @MelaniaT-r6m
    @MelaniaT-r6m 9 месяцев назад

    Her pompous hypnotic voice is just mesmerizing.

  • @vickeypierce293
    @vickeypierce293 Год назад +1

    I think I may have to purchase this book
    Love your tray...turned out beautiful ❤❤

    • @thetartantopiary
      @thetartantopiary  Год назад +1

      This book is an older one, but I still love it. You should be able to get it for a bargain. I was happy with the tray also. Thanks for watching!

  • @lesliemcconnell2545
    @lesliemcconnell2545 Год назад

    Love all your hints! Thanks

  • @mgb5170
    @mgb5170 Год назад +1

    It's like a dream

  • @MariaReyes-te7lk
    @MariaReyes-te7lk Год назад +2

    Happy Easter! Thank you for your presentation of Mrs. Bunny book..

  • @carolpipher4839
    @carolpipher4839 Год назад +1

    ~Bunny Williams, an American treasure! Her beautiful home is my #1
    🌱🌷🌱🌷🌱🌷🌱🌷🌱
    ~Happy Easter Mary!

    • @thetartantopiary
      @thetartantopiary  Год назад

      You are right about Bunny, she is quite a treasure! Happy Easter to you as well. 💗 🐰

  • @traceygartrell3419
    @traceygartrell3419 Год назад

    Thank you for sharing

  • @Al-cd2bk
    @Al-cd2bk Год назад

    Beautiful tray might have a go myself . ❤

    • @thetartantopiary
      @thetartantopiary  Год назад

      I was shocked at how easy and quick this project was.

  • @scottmontgomery7116
    @scottmontgomery7116 Год назад

    You should sell those trays. Well done!❤️

  • @JJ33438
    @JJ33438 Год назад

    Love your videos!

  • @pamelajohnson9810
    @pamelajohnson9810 Год назад

    Beautiful 🏠 house

  • @dulcerush735
    @dulcerush735 Год назад

    I absolutely love Bonnie !
    So happy to see you share her new book with the rest of us.
    Looks like a must buy.
    The reason you are not seeing too many tree frogs it’s because they’ve all gone to Tallahassee to my home. Let me know if you want to come by too see them 😊!!!!
    Liked the chinoiserie tray. Happy Resurrection Day.

    • @dulcerush735
      @dulcerush735 Год назад

      Bunny 🤦🏻‍♀️

    • @thetartantopiary
      @thetartantopiary  Год назад

      Thank you and Happy Easter! I'm glad to know that tree frogs are plentiful in Tallahassee. There is something sweet about them, in my opinion. I realize this could be just a little strange also. 😁

  • @montyduskin4610
    @montyduskin4610 Год назад +2

    EVERYTHING SHE SAYS MEANS SOMETHING !! ALWAYS INTERESTING !! 😂

  • @chrisogrady4956
    @chrisogrady4956 Год назад +1

    MAGNIFICENT!

  • @bwiseok
    @bwiseok Год назад

    I love this channel

  • @claudinedenys5237
    @claudinedenys5237 Год назад

    Exquisite

  • @alisadotson8403
    @alisadotson8403 5 месяцев назад

    What a charming woman!

  • @farhanaazhar2527
    @farhanaazhar2527 Год назад

    You are mymantor love your style learn from you alot😅

  • @ruthklipp3357
    @ruthklipp3357 Год назад +2

    I 💜🐰

  • @MTknitter22
    @MTknitter22 Год назад

    Uh seriously who would not be a little bonkers if one had a home with the attributes this gem has???

  • @yvonnerolley9676
    @yvonnerolley9676 Год назад +1

    Hoarders paradise

  • @svetlanaalenina4430
    @svetlanaalenina4430 Год назад

    🎉Очень красиво

  • @guldenaydin9918
    @guldenaydin9918 Год назад

    🌈💝

  • @МаринаПотапова-я6к
    @МаринаПотапова-я6к 7 месяцев назад

    👏👏👏👏👏👏👏👏🙏🙏🙏🙏🌱🌱🌱🌱👏👏👏👏👏👏 Praha

  • @LindaBaldwin-iw1zd
    @LindaBaldwin-iw1zd Год назад +1

    your narration is too slow and you insert periods and stops where there are none.

  • @valeriejewell2015
    @valeriejewell2015 Год назад

    Nope....I have a degree, with honors, from Chamberlayne in Boston.......this is garbage......

    • @thetartantopiary
      @thetartantopiary  Год назад

      Do you consider all seven of Bunny's books "garbage" or just this one?