The Den is decorated in a blue, ivory and burgundy color theme.....
For the Spring, Summer and Fall, the Den is decorated using these colors with some Patriotic touches....
I also make use of my transferware collection in decorating....
The red and blue transferware fits in nicely with the color theme of the Den......
Burgundy, ivory and blue florals....
A Sugar and Creamer set.......
I used a few birds and eggs and a bird's nest......
A wooden garden glove " A Thyme to Reap"...
In a previous post, I mentioned that Joe picked up this book of paper place mats at Ocean State Job Lot for $4.99
It has 4 different patterns of paper place mats inside of it......
This is I will be using for July 4th!!!
This one was the one I used for my Memorial Day tablescape.....
As soon as I saw this one, I knew what I wanted to do with it.....
I taped two place mats to the back of the china cupboard above the top shelf.....
I think it made a good back drop, don't you?
I did not tape more place mats behind the other shelves as there are boards that run across the back of the cupboard and the lace doilies from the shelves above hang down forming a back drop.....
And I was just too lazy to take everything out again to tape them on to the back of the china cupboard.....
The middle shelf......
The bottom shelf.....
To the left of the china cupboard.....
I bought this sweet girl at a church flea market a few years back......
I added a few embellishments.........
On the table is a little something I made by gluing a candle to the wooden heart.....
Sitting on a chair is a sweet Patriotic Bear that was part of my neighbor Elly's Bear Collection.....
I also placed a flag alongside the Bear on the chair.....
I decorate underneath the china cupboard with the use of 2 vintage suitcases.....
I wove a set of battery operated light throughout the inside of the cabinet and the display underneath......
Again, I used some of my transferware collection of dishes......
I bought 2 of these Patriotic Beach Houses at Pier One several years ago.....
This guy is actually a Patriotic Santa but let's pretend he's a Beach Bum that is really overly dressed....
Hanging on the door that I leave open......
Is a Victorian styled reproduction Flute cover.....
And a July 4th plaque that I made.....
On a pedestal......
Is the second Beach House.....
On the bottom suitcase.....
Another wood block bought at Gabes.....
Let Freedom Ring....
Those flowers are made out of pant hose.....I bought a whole box of different colored ones at a church flea market many years ago for $1.00!!!!
They are stretched over wires......
I used this Tree here in the Den for the first time at Christmas.....
I then decided to be lazy and instead of packing it away, I left it up and decorated it for the Patriotic Summer Holidays.....
On the side of the suitcases.....
I really did not have any ornaments to use to decorate this Tree....
I also tucked some tea stained flags into the Tree.....
I have used the french script postmark ribbon in other bows in the Den and the Patriotic ribbon for the bow for the bird cage on top of the china cupboard.....
I did the same thing on the large Tree in the Living Room this year......
I bought the ornaments that I used on this Tree in Boscov's on clearance many years ago at 90% off so they were all about 25 -50 cents each!!!
I did use 4 stars that I took off the larger Tree.....
Yes, I even threw a toile snow man in the Tree......
So I really threw this Tree together using decorations that I already had and a little imagination.....
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I am loving your decor. I wish that I had more patriotic decorations to put up in my house. I looked at some today at Dollar Tree, but just could not figure out what to do with any of it. LOL!
ReplyDeleteI never heard of Cottagecore but I love the concept so thanks for the introduction. And that transferware of yours is spectacular. I really love those patterns!
ReplyDeleteYour transferware collection is gorgeous, but the red Old British Castles is my favorite. I have a couple of small platters which I love. As always it's a joy to see your many treasures in the cupboard.
ReplyDeleteBlessings, Linda
Kinda,
DeleteThanks so much for visiting again!! I too live that pattern.... I am thrilled with all that I have as it was not that easy to find!! I hope you have a great weekend!! Stay safe, healthy and happy!!
Hugs,
Deb
I've always been a cottage style girl. I love them all, farmhouse cottage, English cottage, romantic and Frech, but my daughter recently showed me the Cottagecore pictures. You're right, what goes around comes around. So funny. Love your transferware, especially the red. Big surprise, right? Hahaha!! Have a great week!!
ReplyDeleteWell, Cottage Core is a new one to me. I guess I am out of the loop.
ReplyDeleteI just love your transferware. I have walked away from a few boxes at auctions, antique stores, garage sales and flea markets. I know if I start I will never stop and the four hutches I have are bursting. But there is one particular box from almost 8 years ago at a flea market that I still think about and really regret - it was pink. PINK. Almost a full set and I can't say the price because you will never speak to me.
So glad you are going to continue to share your pretties with us!
This morning I came to blog land and saw you came to visit and I made a little squeak of happiness. My husband looked over at me like I was crazy. I saw you gave me a thank you by name and gave a squeal of joy. Husband said, “oh, you must be reading the lady that makes you happy.”
ReplyDeleteTehehe...you are famous around here☺️
As always everything is lovely! And I adore how you take us into your imagination. Overly dressed Santa beach bum. Love it!
Thank you for sharing
Blessings to you ❤️
Minnie
Minnie,
DeleteThanks so much for visiting once again and I am so happy that you saw that i mentioned you in this post...Your comment on that last post truly touched my heart and I wanted to let others know that!!Glad that you enjoyed this post and my little beach bum joke!! I hope you have a great weekend!!
Hugs,
Deb
Thank you for sharing your den! I just LOVE it!!
ReplyDeleteYou know…why do styles have to be labeled? My decorating style s like yours….unchanged and involving the use of items that make my family and me happy…isn’t that what matters after all?
I feel “comfy, cozy” when I view your posts…what a gift you have to make others feel that way when they come into your home (physically or virtually)!
xoxo,
Nina
Nina,
DeleteI so wish that we lived closer and that we could visit in person!! When I was younger, I did change styles a few times but always went back to what I love...And you are right...It is MY style and no one else's....Thanks for stopping by again!! I hope you enjoy the weekend!!
Hugs,
Deb
Thanks for the patriotic posts, I am sure loving them. Everything is beautiful. I don't know where you get your energy but I'm glad you decorate so the rest of us can enjoy. I am so glad you will not be stopping blogging. Cutting back is understandable though. I have been visiting your blog for years and I really do enjoy it. I really like the family stuff like when Joey drops by with pizza or the kids bring little Faye over. Thanks again for all the cozy posts and glad you're going to continue posting.
ReplyDeleteThanks so much for your kind comment about me continuing to blog...I will not be doing so many posts in a week though...When it becomes like a job, it is not fun anymore and I am so done with working!! LOL!! I appreciate you stopping by!! Have a wonderful weekend!!
DeleteHugs,
Deb
Wow Debbie, you are definitely ready for the Fourth of July! I LOVE all the transferware. It's so lovely and goes perfectly with your theme. Also love the lace coverings on the table and windows! So pretty. I am very partial to lace. Take care, Debbie, and have a great weekend. Hugs. Susan
ReplyDeleteWhat a terrific post! Love every photo and all your hard work, what an inspiration you are to so many.
ReplyDeletexo, V
V,
DeleteThanks so much for taking the time to stop by!! Thanks so much for your words of encoruagement! They are greatly appreciated!!!
Stay safe, healthy and happy!
Hugs,
Debbie
Debbie, I always enjoy seeing your red and blue transferware! Thanks for sharing at Vintage Charm!
ReplyDeleteHi Deb, can you just imagine!! You and I and all our stuff, are in style again. I have been seeing the word Cottagecore around and wasn't too sure exactly what it meant. I think you can make any house a cottage by your dreams and your heart. Haven't you seen the most beautiful Victorian houses, dressed to the nines with ultra modern furniture? Not my style, but a lot of hard work has gone into it. I absolutely love your transferware. You have such beautiful pieces and the two colors together are exquisite..Happy June..xxoJudy
ReplyDeleteI love the red-white-and blue theme, so festive. glad you're still posting!
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xo
I enjoy your red, white and blue decor every time so keep sharing it. Cottage Core is a new term to me as well. I will need to look it up. And especially thank you for sharing your story and the link to Katherine's story as well. It is good to know that I am not the only one struggling with these things and blogging as well. In fact I will be taking a break for the month of July - putting the posts on autopilot on the blog - as I just take time to do creative things, work on a design job at my son's church, and take a long awaited vacation. The link party will still be active, I just will be intentional at taking a creative break for a month. And I will have a ministry intern living with me for the month so I will enjoy time with her as well showing her the things around town. You have a wonderful heart Debbie. Thanks for sharing it. #HomeMattersParty
ReplyDeleteThis is lovely. I like Victorian decor also, and I have noticed information about cottagecore. What a nice post. I love the dollhouse.
ReplyDeleteSusan,
DeleteThanks so much for stopping by and for taking the time to leave such a kind comment!! It is greatly appreciated. I could find any other way to respond to your comment so I did so here...Stay safe, healthy and happy!!
Hugs,
Deb
Debbie,
ReplyDeleteI love all of your transferware. I am partial to red however. Congratulations, you are being featured on Thursday Favorite Things. I hope you stop by. https://www.eclecticredbarn.com/2021/06/thursday-favorite-things.html
Have a great day.
Hugs,
Bev
I love the transferware and the tree is darling. As for blogging, I think we all go through phases where we want to give it up. Sometimes a short break is all that is needed. I've been seeing all the new 'styles' of decorating too and it makes me laugh. Everything old is new again!
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