I recently used up my ASCP and think I might try my hand at making some. Here is one of the last items that received a makeover. It has just sat on a bottom shelf of the book case holding some books. The other day, I moved the basket that did sit here, and brought this container over to take its place. This is a terra cotta planter I bought some time ago at a pottery not too far from my home that has since gone out of business. It was a really neat place, covering several acres. They had everything you could imagine there.
I really love the design on the planter. All I did was give a light coat of Annie Sloan Olde White, then quickly brushed some dark wax over it, wiping some off.
I'm really liking this container. I simply added the same greenery and the single hydrangea that were previously in the basket.
Another simple change I made recently was changing the curtain in the powder room. The valence I had in there had been up for several years, in fact since the home was built. So it was time for a fresher look. Guess what I used for the valence. A round white battenburg table topper. It looks so fresh and clean. It's just draped over a small tension rod.
I just think this looks so good. It was something I already had, and it gives a fresh look to my powder room to which I have been adding more white.
Here is another little white spot in the living room.
This tray was moved to the coffee table, and I added the white pitcher, the little cupids, and a candle. The pink on the tray is simply a sheet of scrap book paper.
Why do we thrive on moving things around?
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Your decorating additions are lovely:)! I love the lace on the window. I have a vintage tablecloth (with clear vinyl) on my shower! We are birds of a feather:) Thank you for stopping by!
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ReplyDeleteWell my friend, I love all of your beautiful "white spots" in your home! What sings "spring and summer" better than white? Love the beautiful planter redo...adding the dark wax really brings an antique look to the piece..and I like that! It makes a lovely focal point for that pretty vignette! By the way...the crocheted lace cloth is GORGEOUS!!! I also love your new bath window covering! I would have never thought to use a table topper...what a GRAND idea! It's gorgeous! Thank you for sharing your beautiful "whites" and beautiful home with us today, my friend!
I also wanted to thank you for stopping by and taking a peek at my tea out on the veranda! I always enjoy your sweet notes and visits!
Warmest wishes,
Chari
Very pretty changes! I just love crochet and that's a lovely piece. I think I have one very similar.
ReplyDeleteBe a sweetie,
shelia ;)
Make sure and let us know if you make your own chalk paint. I have about 2 drops left of my Old White so I'm going to have to do something soon. Have a wonderful Sunday!
ReplyDeleteLove our white and such great vignettes! It was fun to visit another Georgia girl! hugs, Linda
ReplyDeleteI love battenburg, and I love your idea to use it for a valance. Very cute.
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I love the table topper as the valance. It looks perfect!
ReplyDeleteWonderful! Thank you for joining me at Home Sweet Home!
ReplyDeleteSherry