French country living room

This is another blog in my "French furniture series" - see previous entries city vs country furniture and bergere and fauteuil chairs...

Hello World! Today’s Make it Pretty is sponsored by the ever lovely, Fabby of Fabby’s Living. She is hosting a giveaway on her beautiful blog. We all know Fabby has quite the talent for setting a beautiful table. For her third year anniversary she is giving away the following placemats! Here they are in her ... Read More about Make it Pretty Monday – Week 105

People have always hung plates on walls. I remember my mother using plate hangers to show off some of her prettiest antiques. Plate walls became very popular a few years ago and even though they have their critics, people still seem to like them. It is a way to display your plate collections that can be fun and whimsical or very elegant. So my design advice is....if you like it go for it. Just make it a well thought out project and you will enjoy it for years to come. Here are some images to…

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Hand-Painted 18th Century Venetian Buffet

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This vintage high back chair has been in my family for as long as I can remember. My parents found it at an auction and it was in their bedroom and our living room at my childhood homes. My Mom had…

Noble House Arabella Farmhouse Blue Checkerboard Fabric Armchair, Blue/White/Dark Brown