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Upcycling Old Doors and Windows

Today, I'm sharing an entry table/shelf made from an old door.  It belongs to my daughter, and she bought it at the consignment shop that we visit frequently. I showed you here , where she decorated her porch for the summer in patriotic decor.  She's using it in the interior of her home as well. If you look closely, you will see that the back is made from 1/2 of the old door, while the shelves are each made from a single panel. It is a heavy piece of furniture.  Notice the different columns used as support. View from the side. Here you can see the old window with a flag painted on it hanging just above the table. The flag sign, and the "pray" below were painted by my granddaughter and granddaughter-in-law.  They found old wood scraps among the trees at the edge of the property, and cleaned them and painted them. We were so excited when she bought this. A gentleman in the parking lot of the store helped us tie it into the trunk of m...

Creating a Welcoming Entrance

I buy so many items with the word welcome on them .  Welcome, greet (someone arriving) in a glad, polite, or friendly way.  I hope my home always gives forth that vibe.  I want those who visit to feel comfortable and welcome, and not rushed away. Here is my little welcoming spot as one comes up to the front steps. The hosta is really growing.  I added the metal fence to keep the dogs away from it.  They love to lay on the hosta!! I love the colors in this flag.  I have quite a few, but chose this one yesterday. The angel with outspread wings is a bird feeder. I like to think this represents a warm welcome to visitors.  On the porch I have these to welcome guests.  I painted this table a couple years ago.  It sits between two rocking chairs.  Today, I added the stripes.  Then I added some colorful flowers to the vase on the table. Of course, there is always a wreath on the door. ...