Maybe it's Spring. Or maybe I'm getting tired of neutrals. I don't know... but I have been pulling out fabric that I've had stashed away for a while and some of my old treasures that I just couldn't stand to get rid of when I redecorated and adding them back into our decor.
My lattice fabric that I recently added to the living room goes beautifully with florals and I've added it and a mix of floral fabrics into our family room.
I loved seeing everyone's beautiful gardens and even though I knew it was early to purchase flowers for the garden here in Michigan, I couldn't stand it and I did. And then we had frost again. So I've been enjoying my flowers here in the house.
I bought this blue and white planter at HomeGoods. I just put these hyacinths into the pot and covered the plastic pots with spanish moss. They're starting to turn a little yellow and may not even be blooming anymore by the time we get past the danger of frost. Oh well! They've been a treat in here.
The trees are in bloom here now. I've added some branches and a bird cage to the table behind the couch.
My gate got another coat of paint. I didn't like how blue it was and toned it down by dry-brushing it with SW Deer Valley.
I've also been pulling out all my bird cages and topiaries. Looks like a little bit of English Country has invaded the French Country. ;)
I've had this bird cage for a couple of years. I got it at HomeGoods. I also bought several of these beautiful rose bushes and am afraid to plant them yet. I'm planning on putting them in pots on the deck. In the mean time, we're also enjoying them here in the house.
My giant blue and white tea cup is holding a mix of herbs. My previous herb garden wasn't doing well and I'm convinced it was the terra cotta pots. I stuck these new plants in this ceramic pot and they're growing like weeds.
I don't know if I've ever shown you the back of this chair. It's really fun. I should probably put it somewhere it's more noticeable.
I'm hoping to add some of the rustic wood in here like we did in the living room. That's now been added to my husband's honey-do list. :)Hope you're having a wonderful week and getting lots of nice weather.
I've been trying to give our deck furniture a fresh coat of paint but we've been having lots of rain. So, I guess I've got plenty of time because we're not going to eat on the deck in the rain anyway!
Be back soon with more projects!
love and blessings~
"Behold, I will set your stones in turquoise, and your foundations I will lay in sapphires. I will make your summits of rubies and your gates of crystal, and your entire wall of precious stones."
Isaiah 54:11,12
How pretty Lynda. The back of that chair does cry out to be seen doesn't it. Send I really luv the new color of the gate.
ReplyDeleteHappy rest of week.
Hugs, Gee
* and I really luv the new color on the gate.
DeleteGGrrr... auto correct :/
Your window is perfect for pots. I love all your spring touches, especially the blue and white with the flowers.
ReplyDeleteThank you, Eilis! I don't seem to ever get tired of that combination! ;)
DeleteSuch a wonderful room. Your home is warm and inviting. I love all your natural light also! I'm sure it helps through the long Michigan winters!
ReplyDeleteThank you, Deanna! Yes, it does, especially since I changed the decor.
DeleteThis is such an pretty room. I love all you've done with it, and the pops of color do say "spring"!!!
ReplyDeleteThank you, Becky! Now if we can just convince the outdoors that it's Spring! :)
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ReplyDeleteI love that lattice fabric! It plays so well with others! LOL And your hyacinth add such a pretty pop of color to the space.
Thanks, Lisa! Yes, lattice and flowers go together well! :)
DeleteYour space is beautiful all dressed for spring--so much to admire. Love your bay window holding plants. It looks as if it is in a French cottage. Isn't it nice to have pretty pillows stashed away. They are new all over for a new season.
ReplyDeleteThank you, Connie! Yes, a change of pillows can make such a big difference!
DeleteI love all of your added color ... your blue and white pieces are gorgeous, and the pop of pink in your flower is such a fun touch!
ReplyDeleteThank you, Becca!
DeleteSo very beautiful...love the colors in the room..and love how you added the blue and white and birdcages...as you stated, adding English Country to French Country!....the chair is gorgeous and yes, love the back of it! Glad you found that great planter at HG...I think blue and white pieces at my HomeGoods quickly leave as soon as they are placed on the shelf!....Have a great day Lynda!
ReplyDeleteThanks so much, Shirley! Yes, it seems like blue and white is making a come back in popularity and I'm always so happy when our HomeGoods has a nice selection.
DeleteLove all the spring touches you have added.....the blue and white pieces are beautiful!!!! I can't wait for all my flowers to start blooming so I can have fresh flowers in my house again :o)
ReplyDelete~Des
Thank you, Des! The trees are blooming here but no flowers yet. It's getting hard for me to see all the beautiful gardens around the country and our summer is so short. I'm looking forward to it too!
DeleteLynda, what a beautiful and inviting space that you have created! The blue/white, birdcages, and flowers add so much warmth! I loved that you have mixed the English country style in with your French-style.
ReplyDeleteLynda, I keep having trouble posting my comment...I am sure it is on my end! I was interested that you said you are craving color and pattern. I think that we will see both make a huge comeback
ReplyDeleteThe screen freezes and it won't let me finish! I have always loved color and pattern and have stayed true to my personal style rather than the latest trend because it always changes after a few years! The neutrals are beautiful and calming and I can appreciate their aesthetic appeal, but it is just not me! Blessings, Pam. Sorry it took three comments to finish my thoughts! @ Everyday Living
ReplyDeleteThank you, Pam, and thanks for being so patient to get your comment posted! I love your style and it's very similar to how I decorated for decade. I'm so glad I hung on to some of my favorites because I'm happy to use them again. I may be heading back in that direction.
Deletelove and blessings~
I am looking at tole trays for myself and stumbled upon this one and thought of you. I suppose this would be a safe way to display flowers over your oven hood. Who knows? Maybe it's available elsewhere. I've only just started to look myself and don't know what I want.
ReplyDeletehttp://www.ebay.com/itm/Vintage-Coastal-HP-Large-Serving-Tray-Tole-Blue-Metal-Floral-Art-Roses-Pretty-/361548411408
Better yet, Etsy has lots of tole trays. Down the rabbit hole I go. ;)
DeleteThanks you, Mary! I keep looking at them too! They are so pretty. I'm sure I'll have to get one soon.
Deletelove and blessings~
I like stuff with a lot of green, but here is stuff I ran across that you might like.
Deletehttps://www.etsy.com/listing/225575507/half-off-sale-antique-og-german
https://www.etsy.com/listing/263639229/hand-painted-nippon-genuine-rising-sun
https://www.etsy.com/listing/246725360/antique-conderment-sale-porcelain-dish
https://www.etsy.com/listing/98415261/hand-made-hand-painted-artist-signed
https://www.etsy.com/listing/243586477/vintage-oval-lace-edge-bowl-by-bavaria
https://www.etsy.com/listing/249575623/on-sale-serving-platterpapoco-serving
https://www.etsy.com/listing/279943132/d-c-france-limoges-white-platter-french
https://www.etsy.com/listing/214426364/delicate-dogwood-hand-painted-porcelain
https://www.etsy.com/listing/211332227/large-serving-platter-empire-porcelain
https://www.etsy.com/listing/257033864/royal-albert-american-beauty-replacement
https://www.etsy.com/listing/183949467/antique-white-ironstone-vegetable-dish
https://www.etsy.com/listing/249289355/royal-albert-american-beauty-small-pear
https://www.etsy.com/listing/249649142/bavaria-porcelain-plate
https://www.etsy.com/listing/214903583/antique-hand-painted-favorite-charlotte
https://www.etsy.com/listing/234456431/reduced-vintage-o-eg-royal-austria
https://www.etsy.com/listing/192460615/vintage-german-white-porcelain-bowl-with
https://www.etsy.com/listing/110647994/salt-peppers-hand-painted-porcelain
https://www.etsy.com/listing/202909276/hand-painted-footed-bowl-vintage-white
https://www.etsy.com/listing/293577405/nippon-plate-hand-painted-pink-wild
https://www.etsy.com/listing/194133969/lefton-china-hand-painted-bowl-hand
https://www.etsy.com/listing/236984458/antique-porcelain-rosebud-plate
https://www.etsy.com/listing/237051754/porcelain-cake-standpedestal-hand
https://www.etsy.com/listing/170432724/antique-butter-dish-cheese-dish-with
https://www.etsy.com/listing/221734504/porcelain-plate-bavarian-bird-dish
https://www.etsy.com/listing/293601041/rudolstadt-plate-hand-painted-yellow
https://www.etsy.com/listing/113661007/vintage-bone-china-oval-serving-dish
https://www.etsy.com/listing/278243134/porcelain-serving-bowl-with-gold-trim
https://www.etsy.com/listing/287893941/vintage-rose-porcelain-serving-bowl
https://www.etsy.com/listing/265075080/antique-china-bowl-beautiful-white-roses
https://www.etsy.com/listing/262191596/haviland-france-11-oval-platter-antique
https://www.etsy.com/listing/162616115/antique-r-s-prussia-8-12-plate-white
https://www.etsy.com/listing/253727161/20sale-bone-china-coalport-trinket-dish
https://www.etsy.com/listing/274384052/vintage-lenox-china-plates-t372-pattern
https://www.etsy.com/listing/286597627/jc-malmaison-bavaria-porcelain-cake
https://www.etsy.com/listing/222668571/berry-bowls-vintage-mn-japan-gilded
https://www.etsy.com/listing/207446291/vintage-haviland-co-limoges-small
https://www.etsy.com/listing/195920675/porcelain-japan-noritake-ivory-china
https://www.etsy.com/listing/206203671/noritake-china-japan-morimura-porcelain
https://www.etsy.com/listing/227174418/vintage-fine-porcelain-bohemian-china
https://www.etsy.com/listing/291622515/vintage-horchow-collection-plates
https://www.etsy.com/listing/254612842/vintage-rymes-china-japan-white
https://www.etsy.com/listing/199350323/vintage-hand-painted-pink-flowers-green
https://www.etsy.com/listing/212075572/mepoco-china-japan-gilded-pink-roses
https://www.etsy.com/listing/219350590/vintage-artist-signed-bone-china-bowl
https://www.etsy.com/listing/171221847/vintage-opalescent-fine-china-tidbit
https://www.etsy.com/listing/215941188/mid-century-bone-china-germany-trinket
https://www.etsy.com/listing/246097287/mid-century-trinket-plate-vanity-decor
https://www.etsy.com/listing/240149780/antique-hand-painted-thomas-bavaria
https://www.etsy.com/listing/250915052/nippon-hand-painted-tri-footed-covered
https://www.etsy.com/listing/189828512/mid-century-hand-painted-japan-bone
Whoooo that's a lot, but you should see my own list on Etsy! I don't usually look at so many items in one sitting! Sheesh!
DeleteLOL!! Yes! That IS a lot! Thanks, Mary! I will try to check them out soon. We've switched gears a little as we've finally gotten an estimate on our bathroom and will be gutting it soon. Thanks for your help!
Deletelove and blessings~