• Email
  • Facebook
  • Instagram
  • Pinterest
  • Twitter
  • Skip to primary navigation
  • Skip to main content
  • Skip to primary sidebar
  • Skip to footer
  • Home
  • About
    • Privacy
    • Disclosure
    • About Me
  • Blog
    • Email
    • Facebook
    • Instagram
    • Pinterest
    • Twitter

Pinecones and Acorns

  • Home
  • About
    • Privacy
    • Disclosure
    • About Me
  • Our Home
  • Food
  • Fashion
  • Finds
  • Health & Wellness
  • Blog
  • Shop
    • Shop My House
    • Fashion Finds
    • Plaid Finds
    • Holiday Finds
    • Health & Wellness Finds
  • travel
  • Blog Friends
    • Email
    • Facebook
    • Instagram
    • Pinterest
    • Twitter

Tone on Tone A New Favorite Blog

July 26, 2012 By Elizabeth@ Pine Cones and Acorns 8 Comments

While reading one of my favorite blogs a few months ago, Lauren from Pure Style Home mentioned a visit from one of my other favorite blogger, Brooke Giannetti of Velvet and Linen and a cocktail party they attended in honor of Brooke and Steve and their book Patina Style. The party was thrown by Loi Thai and Tom Troeschel, owners of Tone on Tone, a beautiful antiques store in Bethesda. 



Naturally I was curious about Tone on Tone because the photos that Lauren featured of their house were so stunning. So off I went in search of this beautiful blog and home.



Image Velvet and Linen

Loi , his thoughtful and prosaic writing and stunning images of his home, garden, design projects and of course his store have made Tone on Tone one of my favorite blogs.


It is obvious from the moment you enter the blog that you are entering a “labor of love”, each post highlights a client project.







His stunning blue garden.

Or his topiary which he has been raising and grooming for over 14 years and his silver and ironstone collections. 



In addition to his blog, Loi and Tom are the owners of the antique store Tone on Tone. This Bethesda, Md store sells 18th and 19th century Swedish and French antiques. Each piece is carefully selected, staged and then photographed and placed on the web page, which is updated weekly.  I found so many stunning pieces; the simple lines and patina drew me in like a bee to honey. These are just a few of my favorite pieces:


Starburst Mirror

Look at this chest above. I love the color, the diamond details and the white birds too!


Isn’t this vignette beautiful?


I LOVE THESE candle stands!

And this mirror, pale blue and grey chest, ironstone and the orchid…perfection. 

If you are a fan of beautiful photographs, stunning Swedish and French antiques, interior and garden design, wonderful writing and so much more I think you will really enjoy Tone on Tone. If you are already familiar with the Loi than you know what I am talking about! 

As I have said, I love discovering new blogs, so if you know of a new and wonderful blog, or an old, favorite that you think we might not know do leave the name in the comment section. I cannot wait to discover new reads!

Enjoy your day! 

All Images from Tone on Tone Blog and Store Webpage.


Filed Under: Uncategorized Tagged With: Blog, Discover Blogs, Favorite Blogs, Tone on Tone

You might also love

  • Friday Favorites from Preppy Kitchen, Heather Cristo, A Dish of Daily Life and More
  • Dear Carolina by Kristy Woodson Harvey
  • Friday Favorites from House of Turquoise, Surroundings, Made by Girl, The New Diplomats Wife and More
  • Silent Sunday 8-21-2016
Gerbera Daisy Summer Sunshine »
« The Olympics! The Weekend!

Reader Interactions

Comments

  1. Palomasea says

    July 26, 2012 at 6:00 am

    Hello dear Elizabeth…I hope you are staying nice and cool, my friend…we have the A/C on again today…so humid.
    This is very beautiful…I will visit the blog…
    thank you!!
    Sending love and fresh breezes,
    – Irina
    P.S. Tomorrow I am baking the double chocolate cookies…I'll report back to you! 😉

    Reply
  2. Anonymous says

    July 26, 2012 at 7:18 am

    financial advisors

    Wow. Those stuff looks gorgeous. I'm in love with that starburst mirror. How much do you think it cost?

    Reply
  3. Chris says

    July 26, 2012 at 7:32 am

    Each and very vignette is wondrous on it's own, so beautiful!
    xoxo, Chris

    Reply
  4. YONKS says

    July 26, 2012 at 11:09 am

    Hi Elizabeth,
    I agree with everything you said. I recently discovered Loi also and am addicted. He is such a nice person! His taste is exquisite. A lovely post!
    Much love
    Di
    xxxxxx

    Reply
  5. Castles Crowns and Cottages says

    July 26, 2012 at 12:27 pm

    Dearest one,

    I love TONES rather than a lot of COLORS. This is my home!!! I hope you are enjoying a little quiet today! KEEP COOL! Anita

    Reply
  6. Bonnie says

    July 26, 2012 at 2:52 pm

    Thank you for the recommendation. Everything was so lovely and restful for the eyes. I saw several things I would love to have. Thanks again. Bonnie

    Reply
  7. Woodside Park says

    July 26, 2012 at 4:41 pm

    Dear Elizabeth –
    What a fantastic surprise!! Thank YOU for featuring us. This is very, very generous. I am so honored. I really appreciate your kind words, support and friendship. Thank you 🙂
    Cheers,
    Loi

    Reply
  8. Acquired Objects says

    July 26, 2012 at 10:51 pm

    I love Loi's blog and the pieces he and Tom find are out of this world. I love their gardens and their beautiful pups. Loi's a wonderful person but then again aren't all bloggers?

    XX
    Debra~

    Reply

Leave a Reply Cancel reply

Your email address will not be published. Required fields are marked *

Primary Sidebar

Hi, I'm Elizabeth. I'm "mad for plaid", a good book, a cup of hot chocolate and my pups. Join me as I find the beauty in life and elevate the everyday.

Currently Pinning

  • Poached Egg, Heirloom Tomato, and Burrata Toast with Basil Vinaigrette - The Secret Ingredient Is
  • Baxter the Rabbit

Search

ARCHIVES

CATEGORIES

Footer

  • Email
  • Facebook
  • Instagram
  • Pinterest
  • Twitter
“Chocolate is health food for the soul”~Mirand “Chocolate is health food for the soul”~Miranda Gray. I could not agree more, it soothes the mind, body and soul in tough days and it helps to make the good days even brighter. On the blog today I am sharing Homemade Hot Cocoa mix, this easy recipe is from the fabulous Stella Parks of @bravetart , her blog was great, her cookbook is even better and you can now find her at @seriouseats . This hot cocoa is perfect for the remaining days of winter and we have a few, so come over and check out the recipe, then go and spend awhile looking at all of the beautiful creations of @bravetart #hotcocoa #hotchocolate #hotcocoamix #chocolate #winter #winterbeverage #winterdrink #chocolateislife #ilovechocolate #hotbeverage #food #foodporn #foodphotography #foodie #foodphotography #foodstyling
Grief is just love with no place to go.” Thank y Grief is just love with no place to go.” Thank you my friends for all of your kind messages, thoughts and prayers. Even though it feels as if we are all alone in our pain it is a balm to the broken heart to have you walking along side of us. #grief #greiving #thankyou #kindness #friendship #kindwords
This is how I feel tonight, as if I am seeing life This is how I feel tonight, as if I am seeing life through the blur of tears and sorrow. Sunday night my friend of 34 years lost her husband of 36 years, because of Covid he did not get to meet or hold his newborn grandson. Then just an hour ago we received a call that my husbands best friend died of a massive heart attack this morning. Sometimes life just knocks you to your knees and all you can do is pray for the  loved ones you’ve lost, cherish their memories and let your time with them sustain you until you meet again. Then you ask God for the strength to get up and move forward. #life #loss #givemestrength #givemestrengthlord #pray
Although I see signs of spring, a daffodil popping Although I see signs of spring, a daffodil popping up from the ground, bright and colorful flowers in the garden center the weather and the calendar tell me otherwise. So I am hunkering down and taking solace inside enjoying the details of a collected home and life. This tapestry is a piece that we purchased over 25 years ago in Paris, it hang in the dining room and makes me smile every time I see it because it reminds me of such a happy and beautiful place. What do you collect? What brings you joy in your home? #collectedhome #collectedlook #homedecor #myhome #homesweethome #interiordesign #frenchprovincial #france #frenchdecor #tapestry #instahome #instahomedecor #acolectedlife #collection
Good afternoon friends, it’s a frigid day here. Good afternoon friends, it’s a frigid day here. How is it in your “neck of the woods?” We took a long road-trip a few weeks ago to the beautiful @colonialwmsburg . I love this place, there is so much to see and do and even wearing masks and social distancing you can still enjoy the history and the beauty of this living museum. Today I am home doing the weekend chores, and of course doing a little baking. I hope that you have a fabulous weekend. #colonialwilliamsburg #williamsburg #colonialhouse #livinghistory #livinghistorymuseum #museum #winterfun #roadtrip #wanderlust #weekend #weekendvibes #weekendmood
Soups on! Chicken and wild rice soup with kale! It Soups on! Chicken and wild rice soup with kale! It’s what’s for dinner and it’s in the blog. #soup #soupseason #soupweather #souprecipe #soupforthesoul #chicken #chickensoup #homemade #healthylifestyle #healty #healthyfood #dinner #lunch #kale
“If winter comes, can spring be far behind?” ~ “If winter comes, can spring be far behind?” ~Percy Bysshe Shelly  my answer to that is I hope not! This has been a strange winter and I am sure that for the 4 million people without power in19 states they are hoping spring is sooner rather than later. I hope that you are all well and keeping safe. I’m praying for all of you without power and heat and hope it is restored soon. #pinkaesthetic #art #acrylicpainting #painting #details #artistsoninstagram #artwork #artworld #color #artoftheday #quote #quoteoftheday #quotestoliveby #artofinstagram
Happy Monday friends! Did you have a nice weekend Happy Monday friends! Did you have a nice weekend and a Valentine’s Day? I hope that it was everything you hope and more. Sharing my day and other Monday musings on the blog. Come over and tell me about your day. I’m also sharing a few sale items that I found for Presidents’ Day. #hearts #heartcookies #cookies #cupofcookies ##pink #pinkaesthetic #pinkandred #sweet #sweetreats #sprinkles #tjmaxx #monday #mondaymood
Tell me about your Valentine’s Day treats? Did y Tell me about your Valentine’s Day treats? Did you bake something sweet or purchase something from a favorite place? Are you a cookie, cake, pie fan? Did you get a box of chocolates? I only like the caramels and the nougat, and I’m not ashamed to admit I’ve poked a few holes in the bottom of the chocolates I’ve the years to find my favorites. I hope you are having a wonderful day. #cake #cakesofinstagram #valentines #sweettooth #sweettreats #chocolate #chocolatecake #fudge #fudgefilledcake #ilovecake #valentinesday2021 #instafood #foodporn #foodie #food #foodphotography #balance  #itsallaboutbalance
Sweets treats. #sweets #sweettreats #candy #cookie Sweets treats. #sweets #sweettreats #candy #cookies #candyanscookies #valentinesday #candyandcookieboard #love #hearts #candycharcuterieboard
Follow on Instagram

Copyright © 2021 · Pinecones and Acorns · Blog Design by Little Blue Deer
Privacy Policy
Disclosure: We utilize affiliate widgets including Amazon, Rewardstyle and Shopstyle and may receive a small commission at no additional cost to you.