I have become bored with the green hutch in my living room. But I won’t be tossing it aside. Rather, it is time to reinvent or reimagine the piece in an entirely new way. Anita, from Cedar Hill Farmhouse, helped to lead the inspiration for me to create a cabinet of curiosities. A Cabinet of Curiosities The hutch has simply been holding dishes. It’s what a good majority of hutches/china cabinets do. But I began to think about making it into something more. Maybe like a cabinet ... View the Post
What’s Brightening My Day Right Now Vol. II
Right now I am focusing on being thankful for even the littlest of things. Here’s What’s Brightening My Day Right Now Vol. II. My dear friend Nicola sent me three lovely old glass molds. While I will eventually use them for their intended purpose, for now, they make a pretty vignette that helps keep our cut organic dill fresh. What’s Brightening My Day Right Now Vol. II Nicola and her husband Patrick were dear mates of Mr. Decor’s while he was stationed in England. I, of course, ... View the Post
Happy Valentine’s Day!
Happy Valentine’s Day! Because of a busy schedule this year I created small, simple vignettes here at Storybook Cottage. I used Grandma Jingles’ collection of antique Valentines and ostrich feathers. Happy Valentine’s Day! However, some groupings were accented with the pearl hearts that I shared yesterday. The entire family will enjoy the holiday with a simple pasta dinner. We will probably enjoy it in the cozy kitchen. How will you celebrate? Laura ... View the Post
DIY Pretty Pearl Hearts
These DIY Pretty Pearl Hearts are so easy to make and add the perfect finishing touch to romantic décor. The Supplies Wooden Heart Shapes Craft Paint in shades of white Craft Glue (I apply it with an old paintbrush.) Pearls (I used a combination of vintage and new pearls.) DIY Pretty Pearl Hearts For a smooth finish, you could sand the hearts. I was in a hurry and didn’t. I simply applied a layer of white, then champagne colored, paint. Some of the hearts were drilled ... View the Post
Front Door Valentine Décor
I love to use the softer shades of Valentine’s Day when decorating my home. This even includes the front door. Here is my Front Door Valentine Décor. Front Door Valentine Décor Back in December I had found this wonderful vintage inspired post box. It was filled with holly and pine clippings from the yard and accented the greenery with eucalyptus that was spray painted gold. However, I was ready for a change and thought a bit of romance was in order. Trying to use things I already owned ... View the Post
DIY Victorian Inspired Lace Table Runner
Continuing my love of all things Victorian I have been digging through my collection of antique lace. While most of it is from the Edwardian Era I do have some handmade Victorian lace that I just adore. Here is a DIY Victorian-Inspired Lace Table Runner. DIY Victorian Inspired Lace Table Runner I began to search out ways I could display the lace. Lace table runners seem to be all the rage right now for weddings. You can find it paired with burlap, linen, and cotton. As much as I loved ... View the Post
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