Canvas Conversations: Rachel Kelsey

Rachel is forever team 18 mesh, and her all-time favorite project? Her wedding purse with her monogram—so dreamy! She’s happiest stitching by the pool with a Diet Coke (and maybe a Sauvignon Blanc), preferably in something navy - her forever neutral. We caught up with Rachel Kelsey of Navy Bleu Designs and asked her 20 questions…

Favorite needlepoint project:  My wedding purse that featured our monogram!

On your needlepoint Wishlist: Key fob from Little Stitches Needleworks and Christmas stocking from Pearly Gates Designs

Dream stitching spot: By the pool with a Diet Coke and a Sauvignon Blanc!

13 or 18 Mesh Canvas: 18 mesh

Last book you read and liked: 28 Summers by Elin Hilderbrand

Favorite flower: Hydrangeas

Guilty pleasure: Anything on Bravo and french fries!

On your nightstand: A needlepoint canvas and Summer Friday’s lip balm

Currently listening to: Taylor Swift on repeat

Currently watching: The Buccaneers

Favorite Color: Navy! It will always be a neutral ;)

Favorite places to shop: Jcrew, Julia Amory and Tuckernuck

Favorite Instagram follows: Meredith Hayden (@wishbonekitchen) and Meghan Donovan (@meghandono)

Can’t leave the house without: My sunglasses and phone

Coffee or tea: Neither! Always have a Diet Coke

Favorite holiday to celebrate: Thanksgiving! Great food and even better company with family

Wardrobe staples: A good pair of ballet flats and a crisp button up

Creative inspiration: My mom! She has amazing fashion and interior design style.

Best piece of advice: Have courage and be kind