Farmhouse Spring Decorating (and More!)

The sun is out (even here today, in Seattle!), the sky is blue, trees are starting to bud, daffodils are in bloom, and baseball practices have begun. It must be spring! 
(Or at least it is getting very close!)

I thought I'd share some spring posts from last year, including lots of spring decorating, our baby chicks photo shoot (in case you need a smile :), and an easy spring DIY.

Just click the links under each photo to take you to that post...

Farmhouse Style Spring Decorating





Spring Flowers and An Antique Baby Scale





A Desk / Work Area Makeover (Spring)





A Simple Spring Farmhouse Mantel





If You've Ever Considered Having Chickens...





Vintage Wood Crates





Easy Spring DIY (Mini Wood Rounds)


So happy you stopped by.

Hope you have a beautiful weekend as we welcome spring!

Xo

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How to Bring Farmhouse Style Outdoors {10 Ways}

Comfortable. Casual. Welcoming. Rustic. 

These are some feelings that come to mind when I think of farmhouse style outdoors... Where a hurried life seems to slow down and the quiet beauty of nature is all around.

A place for family and friends to gather.

Whether you have an actual farmhouse with acreage, a suburban home in a neighborhood, or an apartment with a small entryway and balcony, there are ways to incorporate farmhouse style right where you live.

1. {Wood crates} A vintage bulb crate next to our front door serves as a rustic shelf for a pitcher of flowers. Fresh cut flowers are a quick & easy way to freshen up a porch.

Wood crates are also good catch-alls for toys and balls.

2. {Ticking fabric, grain sack and burlap} for cushions and pillows add that classic farmhouse feel. 

3. {Old tin buckets} as planters for a simple "just grabbed these out of the barn" ambience. ;)

A repurposed chicken waterer is right at home on the front porch. I found this one at a yard sale for just a few dollars  (I loved the rust for decorating, though it wouldn't work well for chickens ;). You can also find them at antique stores. New, you can expect to pay $20 - $25 for this size (2 gallon). 

4. {Chippy, weathered furniture} brings a comfortable feel to a covered porch. Use an old dresser for a plant stand, gardening tool storage, or simply a focal point.

5. {Vines} I'm so grateful to our home's previous owners for planting beautiful vines around the property. Here they are, growing up the side of our laundry/mud room.

And along a fence, vines, grapes and hops add old fashioned texture and greenery.



6. {Gates} are functional, but can also add farmhouse appeal. 

For an easy way to incorporate a gate or two, prop them up on a porch or entryway. The picture below is from our fall porch last year. I used an old gate and section of fencing on the porch to add more of that "pumpkin patch" feel. ;) I found the gate and fence at a yard sale, but similar pieces can be purchased at Lowe's or Home Depot. 

7. {Arbors} add architectural interest year-round. They can support beautiful vines and wisteria during the growing months. In winter, string lights up on arbors for a "happy" dose of light, when darkness comes early. 

This arbor, set off of our gravel driveway, marks the entrance to our front yard.

8. {Outdoor seating} invites you to slow down and take in the scenery. I recently moved this bench out near the chicken yard so that we could sit and watch the chickens (may sound weird, but it's peaceful :). Is there a special place on your property - maybe in the garden - where a bench might encourage you to enjoy the view awhile longer?

9. {Outbuildings} like a chicken coop or garden shed open up lots of possibilities, as well as provide you with another charming backdrop. 

10. {Farm fresh fruit, vegetables and flowers} evoke simple country living perhaps more than anything. If you don't have space to plant fruit trees or build raised garden beds, consider a container garden where strawberries, tomatoes and herbs can be tended and enjoyed.

Find ideas on decorating with farmhouse style inside here!

And now I'm wondering, where is your favorite spot at home to enjoy some time outdoors? Or, is there a view you most love, looking out your window? I'd love to hear!

So glad you stopped by...

Xo

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Vintage Wood Crates

When I spotted this old Lucerne dairy crate at a yard sale, it was filled with tools, which were priced, but there was no price on the crate.

I asked if they were selling the crate and they said I could have it for $5. Sold! :)

I found this larger wood crate at a thrift store for $20...

I love its claim of being "the first and original" wire sewed folding box. 

(The bottom of the box pulls up to allow the box to fold.) 

In our technology savvy world, it's sweet to think of a time when this box was considered cutting edge!

We've used these crates for storage, as recycle containers and as flower boxes.

Have you found any vintage treasures lately? I'd love to hear!

xo

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