Welcome to a Storybook Cottage Summer 2022. This fabulous annual event is hosted by my dear friend Marty of A Stroll Thru Life. If you are visiting from Whispering Pines Homestead let me say, “Welcome to Storybook Cottage!” Wasn’t Anita’s summer home fabulous?
Storybook Cottage Summer 2022
Here in Texas we have some pretty hot days. I love using various shades of blue to visually cool things down.
We found the driftwood from a recent trip to Galveston. The homes there are so amazing. I’ll be sharing that tour next week!
The net table runner was recently used for a Renaissance Faire costume. Don’t you love when things are multi purpose?
Casually elegant tables are perfect for the summer.
A nautically nice vignette.
Do you collect sea shells?
Living Room
During the kitchen renovation we applied German Schmear to both sides of our fireplace and hearth. It really brightens up the room!
I bought the art years ago at Pier 1. I sure miss their brick and mortar stores.
An assorted sea farers delight.
New Kitchen
Although we are still waiting on a vent hood we consider our almost year long kitchen renovation to now be complete. The reveal was shared earlier in the spring.
I swapped out the soft pink curtain for a roll up shade of blue and white ticking.
The shelf features assorted decor with a nod to summer.
I love how the striped umbrella of the artwork ties into the ticking fabric.
The hearth is decorated for the warmer months with crisp blue and white accessories.
We absolutely love our new appliances.
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A Video Tour
For those who like a full tour, here is a short video.
I hope you have enjoyed this year’s summer tour. You can find previous tours HERE.
Up next is Thrifty and Chic. You will love Alicia’s living room!
Laura
More Inspiring Summer Decor
Monday – June 6th Line up
A Stroll Thru Life – Our Southern Home – Grace In My Space
Hymns & Verses – Southern Hospitality – Chalking Up Success
Tuesday – June 7th Lineup
Calypso in the Country – StoneGable – 11 Magnolia Lane
White Arrows Home – RemodelaCasa – Pink Peppermint Design
Wednesday – June 8th Lineup
Designing Vibes – Cuckoo4Design – Whispering Pines Homestead
Decor to Adore – Thrifty and Chic – Clean and Scentsible
Thursday – June 9th Lineup
Citrine Living – Southern Home and Hospitality – Worthing Court
The Stonybrook House – Southern State of Mind – This is our Bliss
Friday – June 10th Lineup
Follow The Yellow Brick Home – Country Road 407 – Quarters One
Shiplap and Shells – Simply2Moms – Pasha Is Home
What a lovely summer home Laura Your kitchen reno is fabulous too – looooove those appliances as well☺️
I love all of your coastal elements particularly the lovely table setting and tiered tray decor. Thank you for the lovely tour, hope you have a great summer!
Your home looks so ready for Summer. Love the nautical decor, perfect for the hot temps. Your fireplace looks amazing with the German Smear and your kitchen is totally a dream. I know you are enjoying it. Thanks so much for joining the tours again this season. You know how much I love visiting your home.
Yay for your new kitchen, Laura! Doesn’t it making cooking so much more fun? The German schmear looks great on the bricks, and I feel your pain on missing Pier 1. I bought a dining table from them right as they were going out of business and I love it.
Stay cool this summer!
Beautiful Laura! I love the blues and the beachy vibes. Your kitchen looks amazing – the appliances are so pretty and I love the brick wall. Wishing your and your family a wonderful summer!
I love how you incorporated shades of blue and coastal accents throughout your home for summer! The netting as part of the tablescape is such a fun idea. Your kitchen is looking fantastic! Love the white brick with the arch detail over your range. It’s so nice to be touring with you this week! Happy Summer!
Laura…I am so in love with how the German Smear turned out on all of your brick. It really goes perfectly with all of your lovely coastal elements. Wishing you a fabulous summer.
It looks beautiful, Laura. Cool and elegant but not at all stuffy. That painting over the mantel is a gem. I miss Pier One, too!
Beautiful your! And I had to check out your entire kitchen reveal. So pretty! Love the cafe appliances
So beautiful! I love the coastal accessories and all the blues. Great to see your lovely kitchen again! Enjoy your summer!
Shelley
Your home is beautiful, Laura, and I love what you did with the fireplace. We are embarking on a kitchen reno next spring and I’m gathering ideas from various places. Love the shade over the window in that stripe.
I’m loving your new kitchen Laura. The German Smear turned out beautifully on all your brick. Your nautical vignette is so perfect for summer. Great to be hopping with you once again.
So fun. I love the kitchen. I’m sure you love it and are having fun switching it up for the seasons. The shelf in the breakfast nook is so cute.
Laura, I loved seeing your kitchen reno with the German Schmear again! Your blue accents for summer are the perfect cooling touch here in our Texas heat. Your tablescape is beautiful and bringing some of your Galveston vacation into it with the driftwood is a great special touch. Happy to be touring with you again!
Beautiful tour! I love the blues and whites. Your table styling is so pretty. I love your kitchen and the stove! So pretty!
Wow your new kitchen is just gorgeous, I love it all! You have so many fabulous summer touches as well, that table is beautiful too! Happy summer!
Love the coastal vibe! I also love collecting seashells! The painting above the fireplace is perfect! It’s so summery and calming, the colors are stunning!