What do you get when you combine an antique gilt frame, burlap, and old ironstone? Vintage french glam, of course! Sometimes, everyday pieces take on a completely new look when framed inside a beautifully carved gilded frame. Our framed ironstone is now a highlight in this dining room. Whenever I’m out antiquing, junking, or picking {whatever term you use},…
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My favorite summer decorating is with coral and shells! We’ve been doing a little Summer decorating around here, using white coral and oyster shells. I love using coral and oyster shells to add hints of Summer this time of year. My love of shells may possibly be influenced from living on the Gulf Coast for many years, but I don’t…
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This French chair makeover has to be one of my all time favorites! Almost nine months ago, I found a pair of fabulous 19th c. Louis XVI French gilt wood chairs at one of my favorite monthly estate sales. I love anything made of antique gilded wood and when I saw the chairs sitting outside on a porch area, I…
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We recently found a French sideboard for the dining room and it came with an unexpected surprise! There’s a new find in our home. A pretty French Louis XVI style sideboard has arrived in our dining room! Several months ago, I saw this pretty sideboard at a local antique shop and I fell in love with it’s Louis XVI style,…
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Add the perfect Spring and Summer accents by decorating with Majolica pottery! I’m a bit late getting this post out since Summer is right around the corner, but the great thing about decorating with Majolica pottery is that it works for Spring or Summer decor! The French Vaisselier cabinet in the breakfast room was the perfect piece to showcase a…
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