Vintage with a Modern Twist
You all know I've got lots of "stuff". Stuff found at estate sales and flea markets. Vintage, fabulous stuff - but stuff nonetheless. So I'm craving simplicity ... starting with my fall mantel. A few pears from the farmer's market. An old wire basket filled with mason jars. Sticks collected during a walk in the woods. It's all the … [Read more...]
Keratin treatment to tame my frizz - check. Flip flops replacing leather boots - check. Miracle suit to suck in all the stray flesh - check. Lightening up my mantel for summer - check. This turtle was obviously too slow crossing the road. Found him on ebay. Vintage seascape - the artist carved his name into the … [Read more...]
Spring has Sprung! Sunshine! Good Times! Blooming Bulbs! Frolicking in a Meadow! (ok, well maybe not that last one)! Away with the heaviness of winter and in with something fresh and simple. My vintage green glass collection was gathering dust bunnies so I moved some faves to the mantel where I can enjoy them in a whole new light. I snipped … [Read more...]
What's not to love about a little bling (like a fish, I'm attracted to shiny objects!), rustic burlap and rusty bed springs, and a little leopard print? Combined with some fresh garland and snowy mason jar candles, this mantel is a major babe - check her out! Vintage green crib bed springs found at an estate sale are a fab backdrop for … [Read more...]
The change of seasons inspires me to mix things up around the house. Here's my seasonal Fall mantel display using a huge mirror made from old tin ceiling tiles with another gold mirror layered on top (I just love the mottled look of old mirrors). The orange berries add a colorful touch. Then, I added a few of my 50's stretch vases and a vintage … [Read more...]
I heart thrift shops, tarnished silver, cool collections, margaritas and vintage anything!
Join me as I fill my 100 year old home with personality.
