This morning, I decided to redesign the entry table. This is the before. Too many patterns going on!! Not at all pleasing to the eye. First I removed everything that was on the table. Then I went through some of my thrifty linens I have bought over the last few years at thrift and consignment shops. I chose the one with the pink tulips. It has such a bright summery look. I folded it into a 'runner' size, and draped it over the table. Then I added items from other rooms, (shopped the house). This is the OLD table that belonged to my grandmother who passed away about 59 years ago, so it is really old . It was one of my first chalk paint/dark wax projects, and I still like it like this. By folding the table cloth into a runner, it allows part of the old table to be seen, and gives a cottage look. I added the small lamp that belonged to my MIL to the table. I love this lamp wherever I use it. The lantern/house was boug...
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