Thursday, November 28, 2013

Happy Thanksgiving!

 

 

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Wishing you and your family a Happy Thanksgiving!

 

Thursday, November 21, 2013

Table Top Christmas Trees

 

 

Country Living

 

I just love this picture from Country Living!  It’s not necessarily the tree but all the numerous layers on the table and the area surrounding it!  This year I plan on putting on tabletop tree in the living room on the sofa table.  The full size tree will go in the sunroom.  I always struggle with decorating that table so this year will be a breeze, especially with such awesome inspiration!

 

Savvy Southern Style

 

I love the idea of using something as unique as an olive bucket to hold the tree!

 

Etsy

 

Or even just a plain old galvanized bucket and if you don’t have a small table, use a stool!

 

Pinterest

 

How charming is this? …a vintage crock bowl!

 

Traditional Home

 

Glam it up some with a beautiful silver punch bowl!  This would look great in my dining room!

 

Tone on Tone Antiques

 

If you don’t have a container, cover the base with some faux snow!  The vintage iron fence adds a beautiful touch to this tree!

 

 

Flicker

 

White and silver is such a classical and timeless combination!

 

 

Vintage Whites Market

 

Even something as simple as a cake plate can make quite an impact!

 

 

Sunday, November 17, 2013

From Screen Door to Interior Door


closet in sunroom
 
 
Last year when we decided to close in the screened porch to make a sunroom, I knew I wanted a closet in the room.  There was about a four foot recessed area that didn’t get much use after we added the fireplace to the living room that would be perfect.
 
 
displaying vintage items
 
 
I got the inspiration from Pinterest to drop the top of the closet so I could display some vintage fans.
 
 
screen door on the closet
 
 
The screen porch had 3 doors that my husband made.  I put two in the antique booth to use as display and the other one is being used as the closet door.  It really wasn’t the door that I liked as much as the iron hardware!
 
 
iron trim for screen doors
 
 
Hunter found some original screen door hardware in the diary barn but we didn’t have enough for all 3 doors.  It’s been quite a few years but I think I found the corner brackets on eBay.  The know is from Hobby Lobby.
 
 
closet with screen door
 
 
To keep from seeing the inside of the closet, which may be messy at times, I lined the inside with burlap.
 
 
using a screen door as a closet door
 
 
I did it the quick and easy way!  I pulled it tight and stapled it the frame covered the screen and hardware cloth.
 
 
putting burlap on a screen door
 
 
I then trimmed it off very neatly!
 
 
screen door on the closet
 
 
I am so happy with my closet!  I love storage of any kind and the fact that I was able to keep a screen door makes it all the more special!
 
 
Sharing with:
Metamorphosis Monday @ Between Naps on the Porch
Nifty Thrifty Tuesday @ Coastal Charm
Inspire Me Tuesday @ A Stroll thru Life
Open House @ No Minimalist Here
Tuesdays Treasures @ My Uncommon Slice of Suburbia
Wow Us Wednesday @ Savvy Southern Style
The Scoop Link Party @ Confessions of a Plate Addict
Home Sweet Home @ The Charm of Home
Be Inspired Friday @ Common Ground
Saturday Nite Special @ Funky Junk Interiors
Fabulously Creative Party @ Jennifer Rizzo
 

Friday, November 15, 2013

Nature Inspired Christmas Trees

 

After many years of all glitzy Christmas decorations, I think I’m going with a more natural, vintage theme in the sunroom.

 

Pinterest

 

I remember seeing some owl decorations last year at Pottery Barn and just fell in love with them.

 

Pinterest

 

It’s really neat to use an old container as the tree base such as this wash tub.

 

Shanty 2 Chic

 

Or maybe a small tree in an old enamel bowl.

 

All Things Home

 

You can’t get much more in touch with nature than using a farm theme!

 

Southern Living via My Home Ideas

 

When you throw in some vintage pieces, you just can’t go wrong!

 

DIY Show Off

 

Thanks for stopping by!

Monday, November 11, 2013

Fall Decorations


Fall mantel with owls
 
Immediately after the Halloween party, which you can see here, Savvy picked up all the decorations and packed them up!  Since then, I have been slowly putting a few things out.  The new sunroom probably got the most.
 
Fall Mantel
 
This year the owls landed on the mantel!  The picture is from Goodwill and the cute little stuffed owl is from the Christmas collection at Hobby Lobby this year.
 
Fall centerpiece
 
I was seriously planning on putting this china hutch in the antique booth because I didn’t care for the trim on it but after painting it, It’s staying!  It went from a bright yellow to a gray and, boy, did it make a difference!
 
china hutch decorated for Fall
 
It’s the same color that I used in the kitchen except this is the sample which is flat, not satin.  To see the kitchen, click here.
 
Fall dishes and glassware
 
I displayed the Fall dishes including this set of little glasses (maybe for brandy?).  There is a set of 4 and each have a different bird on them.
 
china cabinet decorated for Fall
 
The small Audubon turkey print was another find at Goodwill.  The brass tiered tray is the perfect touch for this time of the year.
 
Fall flowers in olive basket
 
The olive basket is a favorite piece that I recently got from the antique store.  I’ve had my eye on it for a few months now and just decided to go for it and I’m so glad I did!
 
Fall decorations in the living room
 
The living room got a few touches as well, along with the mantel.
 
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The sideboard in the dining room….
 
sideboard decorated for Fall
 
received a little touch of Fall. The lemons in the drink dispenser were replaced with pumpkins.
 
buffet decorated for Fall
 
The final room for Fall is the kitchen.
 
Fall on the refrigerator
 
Just a small vignette on top of the refrigerator!
 
Sharing with:
Metamorphosis Monday @ Between Naps on the Porch
Nifty Thrifty Tuesday @ Coastal Charm
Inspire Me Tuesday @ A Stroll thru Life
Open House @ No Minimalist Here
Tuesdays Treasures @ My Uncommon Slice of Suburbia
Wow Us Wednesday @ Savvy Southern Style
The Scoop Link Party @ Confessions of a Plate Addict 
Home Sweet Home @ The Charm of Home
Be Inspired Friday @ Common Ground
Saturday Nite Special @ Funky Junk Interiors
Fabulously Creative Party @ Jennifer Rizzo
Furniture Feature Friday @ Miss Mustard Seed
 

Friday, November 8, 2013

The Landing on Harbour Island, Bahamas

 

 

  Recently, I was goggling India Hicks to see some of her designs I discovered The Landing.  According to the site, the Landing is a gracious, historic property dating back to 1800. This boutique hotel overlooks the harbour in the heart of Dunmore Town, an easy five minute stroll to the powder fine, pink sand beach where they have their own beach chairs and umbrellas for the guests to enjoy.

The twelve guest rooms are designed and inspired by India Hicks in a classic plantation style with colonial inspired Caribbean influences. Visit "Toby's Cellar" to make a purchase from his Wine Spectator award winning list or discover his collection of Cuban and other Caribbean rums, and fine spirits.

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

I think I’ll have to put this fabulous place on my bucket list!

All pictures are from The Landing’s web site.  To see more information and photos, click here.

Sunday, November 3, 2013

Framing a Map

 

framed map

 

A favorite past time of mine is researching genealogy.  My husband’s ancestors were some of the first settlers to the New Orleans area.  When I first saw this map years ago, I was so excited to be able to place some of the plantations owned by his ancestors.  This past March, while attending the Audubon Pilgrimage, I found a copy  at the Historical Society in West Feliciana Parish.  Since that time, it has been patiently waiting for me to frame it.

 

framing a map

 

I started by trying to age it but that didn’t really work out due to some type of coating on the paper.  After using tea and coffee, the only thing that did work was rubbing it with a little stain.  This helped to tone down the brightness a little. 

Using a piece of 1/4 plywood, Hunter cut it to fit leaving a 2 inch space on the outer edges for the frame.

 

framing a map

 

I used a yardstick to draw straight lines to make sure I had it center and used spray adhesive to secure it to the board.

 

framing a map

 

Instead of choosing a fancy piece for molding for the frame, I went with a plain 1X2 pine.  I was just going to square it off since I didn’t trust myself to cut the angles right but my husband come walking though and told me, “You can’t do that!"  So he took it and cut it for me!  I have to admit sometimes I act a little lost on purpose because I know he’ll grab it up and do it for me!

 

framing a map

 

I stained it and was going to liquid nail it into place but once again my husband came though the kitchen and got the brad nailer and fixed it for me!

 

framed map of the Mississippi River Plantations

 

Here it is in the sunroom which is almost finished!  The map is quite large and takes up the small wall.

 

framed map

 

I just love it!  In case anyone wants one, I have seen them online at Zazzle.  Have a blessed week!

 

Sharing with:

Metamorphosis Monday @ Between Naps on the Porch

Nifty Thrifty Tuesday @ Coastal Charm

Inspire Me Tuesday @ A Stroll thru Life

Open House @ No Minimalist Here

Tuesdays Treasures @ My Uncommon Slice of Suburbia

The Scoop Link Party @ The Farmhouse Porch
Project Inspired @ Artsy Chicks Rule

Be Inspired Friday @ Common Ground

Saturday Nite Special @ Funky Junk Interiors

Fabulously Creative Party @ Jennifer Rizzo