Early within the pandemic, artist and designer Frances MacLeod moved from Brooklyn again to her homestate of Kansas. “COVID made the choice for me,” she says, “however I knew that I needed to be nearer to household within the Midwest long term.” Take the tour, under, with images by Rachel Loewen….
LIVING ROOM
Desk: IKEA. Bentwood chairs: “classic from my associates at Good Habits,” related. Rug: Rugs.com. Artwork: Frances MacLeod, “me!” Couch: Inside Outline, however now not accessible, related. Espresso desk: All Fashionable. Mirror: classic, related. Black console: consignment from Revival Residence Furnishings, related.
On a settee catastrophe: Throughout the pandemic, furnishings had ridiculous wait instances. My sofa was delayed and delayed and delayed. Then lastly I bought an e-mail that it had been a part of the most important maritime catastrophe in latest historical past. They had been like, ‘Your sofa is unrecoverable.’ So, I ended up with this inexperienced one which arrived inside a month. It’s nice, however I nonetheless take into consideration my lovely blue couch on the ocean flooring, possibly with an octopus sitting on it.
Clock: Frances MacLeod on Society6. Vase: Chemex. Desk: IKEA. Bentwood chairs: “classic from my associates at Good Habits,” related.
On residing alone: Earlier than transferring to Kansas Metropolis, I’d at all times lived with roommates, and I used to be nervous in regards to the change. However after I moved into my very personal condominium, I wasn’t ready for a way pleased I might really feel or how pleasant spending time with myself can be.
Artwork: Monica Garwood, Weronika Marianna, “an iPhone photograph of Cuttyhunk blown up,” and a print out from Mary Cassatt Wikimedia. Spool Desk: “refinished from Fb Market, there appear to be extra of those out right here in Kansas,” related. Couch: Inside Outline, however now not accessible, related. Brass candlesticks: thrifted, related.
On brass candlesticks: Once I moved in, my friend-turned-boyfriend lived across the nook (now we lived collectively). We as soon as appeared up the precise distance on Google Maps — 800 toes! We spent a lot time collectively throughout the pandemic, after which we bought engaged in Large Sur on a highway journey. I’d been amassing brass candlesticks and realized they’d be lovely for our marriage ceremony. Now this assortment will at all times remind me of that day.
Nook: not wallpaper, hand-painted. Couch: Inside Outline, however now not accessible, related. Chair: classic after which painted with leather-based paint with a deglazer and sealant, “holds up nice!” Cupboard: property sale, related. Candle sconce: Hoppe Shoppe. Orb lamp: IKEA.
On portray the nook: Regardless that it is a rental, I used to be curious to make a sample that will cowl the entire nook. I didn’t need it to really feel like static wallpaper — as an alternative, I needed it to really feel like a design made precisely for that house. So, I painted easy flowers first after which I wove in stems and leaves. It was a enjoyable puzzle to resolve. It took me a few weeks – with podcasts for firm.
Chair: classic after which painted with leather-based paint with a deglazer and sealant, “holds up nice!”
On a particular leather-based chair: I got here throughout this chair at a higher-end thrift store. The value was good, however the leather-based was distressed sufficient that it could want some TLC. I’d been utilizing leather-based acrylic paints to customise clogs/footwear for associates (right here are a couple) and this was only a larger canvas. Going with a tonal sample made it rather less intense, and I really like how the small print draw you in.
DINING ROOM
Pendant lamp: IKEA, hand painted with material paints. Desk: Excessive Finish Used Furnishings on Chairish. Chairs: “$40 Fb Market discover, reupholstered with material from Joann’s,” related. Pink rug: “I bought this on the Anthropologie outlet with my dad & uncle,” related. Blue rug: Goal, related. Curtains: Frances MacLeod on Society6. Artwork: “pair of prints blown up from Geoff McFetridge artwork ebook.”
On portray off the canvas: The lampshade of the IKEA pendant was the primary piece I did for the condominium. The shade got here in a roll, so I may lay it flat. It made such an affect that I used to be impressed to color different issues within the condominium.
Cabinets: IKEA. Image ledge: “made by dad from PVC.” Pig bookends: Amazon.
On an enduring pandemic behavior: Shopping for flowers was one thing that began and caught by the pandemic. I discovered such pleasure in choosing out bouquets at Dealer Joe’s and placing them in vases I’d thrifted.
KITCHEN
Print: Invoice Rebholz. Dish towels: Baggu and Ferm Residing.
On simple entertaining: I like having associates over on weeknights, like a ‘come by after work’ dinner. I make Alison Roman’s vinegar rooster with crushed olive dressing. With rooster thighs, they go into the oven, you repair a drink for everyone, and by the point you’re completed along with your drink, the rooster is prepared.
On takeout: When persons are visiting Kansas Metropolis, we regularly find yourself ordering native barbecue. I really like Joe’s Kansas Metropolis! Ensure that to order a Z-man (the pulled pork sandwich with onion rings they’re recognized for), and prioritize the perimeters. Their mac and cheese and French fries are each wonderful.
On a painted arch: I needed to spotlight the architectural particulars of this condominium, and strawberries are simply the cutest fruit, so I added them to this arch between the kitchen and workplace. I simply used craft paint from the ironmongery store.
OFFICE
Desk: related IKEA base, IKEA high.Chair: IKEA. Skinny black frames: Walmart. Tiger rug: Kaye Blegvad. Inexperienced Rug: IKEA.
On a workday ritual: Earlier than I moved right here, I shared a studio workspace with associates. On a regular basis at round 2 p.m., we’d all go get espresso collectively. Now I’ve stored that very same espresso appointment with myself. It’s good to get outdoors within the afternoon, stroll someplace, and see folks.
Artwork: Starshaped Press Perspective Print, Kelly Thorn Moth, Crowd of individuals by Geoff McFetridge framed from Mohawk Quarterly, “In any other case, framed work from associates, museum postcards, good greeting playing cards, and so forth. I’ve labored as a graphic designer for a very long time, so I undoubtedly have a poster affinity.”
On framing: For affordability, I take advantage of numerous Walmart frames, which have actual glass. I additionally search for good frames at thrift shops and property gross sales, too, then I’ll get a mat minimize to a customized dimension on-line or at a body retailer. I’ve additionally paid to have a few items professionally framed. It was an funding and I undoubtedly had sticker shock. However skilled framers are very type and superb at their job. I really feel strongly about utilizing a neighborhood framer — heading to a close-by body store is such a simple technique to be a part of your group.
Art work: “mine, adhered with 3m painters tape, child!”
On a favourite topic: I really like drawing flowers. On this condominium, I added flowers to a lampshade, pendant, nook, archway, and leather-based chair. I attempt to seize the great thing about the pure world. I’m drawn to the work of William Morris from the nineteenth century. Flowers have at all times been an ornamental motif, and I like fascinated by how they match into at the moment’s dwelling.
GUEST BEDROOM
Mattress: Soho Residence, “purchased on tremendous sale.” Mattress: Amazon in a field, “I preserve shopping for these, they’re superb!” Bedding: “outdated Anthropologie.” Art work: Ping Zhu, “pair of birds by me.” Lamps: “From property sale with contemporary shades from At Residence.”
On internet hosting in a single day visitors: Having a visitor room has made me very beneficiant with my invites! It modifications every part whenever you don’t have to fret about rearranging the lounge or pulling out an air mattress and stepping over somebody within the morning.
Loveseat and stool: from property gross sales. Curtains: IKEA with pinch pleat hooks from Amazon. Throw pillow: IKEA, related.
On a controversial loveseat: I bought this loveseat at an property sale, and the print is surprisingly polarizing. I may reupholster it down the road, however I really love the print!
PRIMARY BEDROOM
Dresser: property sale, related. Lamp on dresser: thrifted. Nightstand: “Initially PierOne, bought on Fb Market,” related. Sconces: City Outfitters, “from ages in the past!” Bedframe: Hayneedle. Curtains hanging on mattress: Vince Camuto, discovered at HomeGoods. Pillow: “cowl is bought out from CB2, however right here’s the insert,” and a related pillow. Pink piped quilt: bought out IKEA, related. Block printed quilt: pattern sale, related.
On illustrating a motivational ebook: Earlier than Covid, my artist associates and I felt like we had been on upward trajectories. Then the pandemic hit and it was brutal – so many exhausting punches, and so many associates misplaced their dream jobs. We wish to suppose we’re in management, however life is far larger than we’re. On the very finish of the ebook I wrote is one massive unfold that simply says ‘preserve going.’ That’s the factor I’m most pleased with in myself – that I’ve stored going, even with issues not at all times wanting the best way that I anticipated or needed them to.
Candle: Roen Marmont, “my favourite.” Nightstand: “Initially PierOne, bought on Fb Market,” related. Sconces: City Outfitters, “from ages in the past!” Bedframe: Hayneedle. Curtains hanging on mattress: Vince Camuto, discovered at HomeGoods. Pillow: “cowl is bought out from CB2, however right here’s the insert,” and a related pillow. Pink piped quilt: bought out IKEA, related. Block printed quilt: pattern sale, related.
On making curtains look excellent: The curtain above our mattress is evenly spaced with bathroom paper tubes, because of Pinterest. Nipping the bathroom paper tubes and sliding them in your curtain rod makes them full and even. I really like a Pinterest hack (right here’s my assortment of fine ones), and the wonderful thing about the Web is any individual has in all probability already tried your venture, taken footage, and generously shared their expertise.
Thanks a lot for sharing this particular dwelling, Frances.
P.S. Extra dwelling excursions, together with our most colourful home tour and a farmhouse constructed for Black pleasure.
(Pictures by Rachel Loewen.)
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