Love this set-up, the chairs are probably
reproduction, but eBay might have originals
Love the red vintage cooler
Wicker is classic and looks great at a beach house
Photos from myhomeideas.com
Thursday
Outdoor Rooms
Tonight we had near-perfect evening weather; warm, but not hot, with a nice breeze. I wish we had an outdoor room, sun porch or patio to relax in. If that were the case, I'd still be outside drinking sangria! Until then, I'll dream of my patio and think of ways to decorate it.
Tuesday
Lonny: Home Magazine
If you haven't checked out the online shelter magazine, Lonny, you should. Published only in digital media, it's a great read and the editors profile some neat people and homes. The June/July edition is now available (see the above link) and features an eclectic mix of houses with a variety of vintage/antique goods. The coolest feature of the magazine is the ability to click on embedded links within each picture and be directed to a website where the item is available for sale. Tres fantastic!
Monday
Bathroom Vanity
This weekend, we celebrated my nephew's first birthday with a fabulous summer party at my brother-and-sister-in-law's house. Mike and Collyn live in a charming 1928 Tudor-style home that's great for entertaining. One of my favorite rooms is a neat bathroom off the kitchen with original tile and a cast-iron bathtub. The bath cabinet needed replacing, so instead of buying one new, they found an antique marble-top dresser and added a sink and faucet. The 'new' cabinet looks authentic to the house and the room, as if it were installed in the late '20's with the rest of the bath fixtures. I've included a photo below, many thanks to Collyn for sending it over and for hosting such a wonderful party!
Collyn and Mike's marble-top bath vanity
Great use of an antique table paired
with a modern sink and faucet
The antique sconces and vibrant wallpaper
add interest to this small space
This bath console is a reproduction, but I love the
antique urns used as storage containers
Photos from MetHome and Elle Decor
Friday
DEFINITION: Danish Modern
Danish Modern is a term used to describe a minimalist style of wood furniture, usually made of teak, from Denmark popular in the 40's, 50's and 60's. The side tables I bought this week are this style, although they don't appear to be teak (which is probably why they were less expensive). I especially love Danish Modern credenzas and sideboards; usually they are a good height and pair well with different woods.
Also, if you live within driving distance of Ann Arbor, Michigan, the Ann Arbor Antique Market is this weekend on Saturday (8a-4pm) and Sunday (9a-4pm). It's a nice-sized show and there's good quality antiques in a variety of styles. Have a GREAT weekend!
I love, love, love this piece!
Danish Modern lounge chair
Photos from Flickr and marthastewart.com
Thursday
Auction Finds
Back from my trip to the antique auction! There were plenty of items up for grabs, but I only came home with the following: two danish modern side tables and one galvanized metal watering can. I'm super excited about the side tables for a couple reasons; first, I've been on the lookout for side and coffee tables for at least six months and, second, they were $10! SCORE! Most important, however, is they look really great.
Matching pair of side tables for my living room
Closer look; the legs have a nice taper
No excuses for my geraniums to be dehydrated!
Photos by Kelly Dyer for The Chicer Antiquer
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