About

A note from the artist:

Home decor and furnishings have been a lifelong passion for me. I have always relished in the creature comforts in my home. I want my home to be an expression and representation of who I am and what is important to me, while providing a place of comfort and respite from the outside world.

I have always been a DIYer. I owned my first home at the age of 23 and many more subsequently after. Each home represented a blank canvas and an opportunity for self expression, creativity and passion for home decor.

In 2020, the pandemic opened a new world of opportunities including a move south to Florida’s Gulf Coast. I picked up a paint brush to paint some furniture that was blemished in the move. It was a natural fit and thus, Shabby 2 Chic by Stephanie was born. Embracing the coastal life style was a natural fit for me. Having been raised on the shores of Lake Huron, spending nearly two decades in Maryland and boating on the Chesapeake Bay, the coastal charm of the Emerald Coast is a natural fit. I infuse that coastal vibe into all of my pieces, simply said, I paint with my heart and my heart lives at sea.

Some of my favorites places (and pups).

When I’m not painting or sourcing my next great furniture find, I enjoy time with my two rescued miniature pinschers, Skeeter and Braylee. I enjoy running, particularly on the beaches of South Walton County as well as trail running on one of the many local trails. I also enjoy kayaking and exploring the boundless opportunities to be closer to nature.