I love these ideas because, A. They are simple and easy, and B. they are using things in unexpected ways. C. The items used are simple everyday objects that are easy to find, that you probably already have. I think you’ll like them too. 1. Use tiles for trivets. I had some tiles left […]
Archives for April 2014
French Inspired Collections – Silverware
Welcome to the second installment of Country French Design, a monthly multi-blog event. Today’s topic is French inspired Collections. I love collections of old things, and perhaps my favorite thing to collect is vintage silverware. Vintage silverware has a French feel to me, even if the silverware isn’t actually from France. But when […]
Another Fabulous New Kitchen
Can you imagine having this view from your kitchen? I know one happy couple that does. On the other side of the fireplace is the living room. I love this two-way fireplace! Of course they selected a farmhouse sink similar to mine. Good choice!! The island is painted a gray to […]
Gray French Antique Cabinet
Some of you thought I was ‘cray cray’ when I sold a piece that was in my study, but I can assure you I am still in control of my faculties. Really. It’s just that I fell in love with this really old, old French gray cabinet. It’s very old and I love the […]
Spring Tablescape
I know most people seem to entertain around Christmas, but my very favorite time to give a party is the spring-time. I feel a lot of pressure to have the house all done up for the holidays in December, but the spring seems like a low-pressure time to have friends over. A few vintage dishes, […]
Easter is here
I hope you are having a joy-filled Easter! On this special day I thought I would share a gorgeous work of art with you from my friend and artist Linda Shobe. You have probably guessed the significance of the painting, but let me share with you what Linda said about it. This piece is […]
How to use a Broken Chair
Earlier this week, I showed you how to use a pediment as artwork that had broken off of an armoire, (see it here) and today I am continuing my theme of using broken furniture. Well when you put an antique chair in a teenager’s room, you know you are playing with fire, right? I knew […]
More Downton Abbey Fun
I am loving all of these Downton Abbey products from my partner Heritage Lace! I just hope you are enjoying the Downton Abbey goodies, too. It was so much fun incorporating the Downton Abbey products into my decor. Today’s fun items I’m showcasing are the towels with Violet’s sayings. Oh these are too funny!! Here […]