The Classic Farmhouse

diy idea | Hand Written Quote Mugs

2012-01-22T12:05:00.000-08:00

This gal is so creative! What a perfect idea for Valentines day to add a handwritten quote from the well loved Pride & Prejudice to a mug? Or perhaps a favorite verse or quote that is special to you? How about a monogram or get really creative and draw birds and branches around the sides? The possibilities are really endless!

Stop by Lemonade Makin Mama for her tutorial here.

shop update | New in Store

2012-01-21T11:50:00.000-08:00

Well if you are in the Northwest area where we are you know it's been a frozen winter wonderland with not a lot of power! Thankfully we are back up and running this weekend with lots of new goodies!
Stop by for a cup of hot cocoa in the cafe and a little shopping...

Stay warm friends!!!

shop update | Snow Days Schedule

2012-01-18T08:56:00.001-08:00

It's hard to predict exactly what's going to happen but it's a given...we are CLOSED today and will be playing it moment by moment as the week progresses! As always stay connected with our facebook page for the most current info.

Stay warm everyone!

shop update | New in Store

2012-01-06T23:42:00.000-08:00

Dont' you just hate how blah it feels after you take down all the Christmas decor?

Well don't let it get you down...add a punch of color to your home!

We sold out nearly all our furniture by the end of our sale which gave us the opportunity to bring in loads of new merchandise.

And boy did we go crazy with color!!!

No doldrums here...

Merry Christmas & a Progressive Sale

2011-12-25T17:18:00.000-08:00

Seasons greetings dear friends!!!
May you find the real joy of the season this year and all year long!
I can't believe this year is almost over and we are looking ahead to great things in 2012.
I hope the same for you as well.

The Classic Farmhouse team wishes you a very Merry Christmas and a happy New Year!

And now onto the sale...

END OF YEAR PROGRESSIVE SALE

We are regrouping for the new year and need to clear out some old inventory to do so.
Starting December 28th we will be holding a progressive sale until the new year.

Here's how it works...

The entire store is 20% off beginning December 28th.

But wait, it gets better...

We will have a whole extra section dedicated to additional mark downs throughout the week...

on December 29th it will be 30% off
on December 30th, 40% off
and then December 31st and January 1st

50% off!!!

You choose what day (or days) you want to shop but their will be new markdowns every day!

Hope to see you this week...

shop update | Great Gifts Under $30

2011-12-15T18:00:00.000-08:00

Only 9 shopping days til Christmas!

Can you believe it!?! Yes I'm afraid it's true!
If you are like me you have at least a few little items left on the list.

We have a variety of last minute gift ideas for that mother, sister, aunt, daughter or special friend that seems to have everything.
Best news is all these items are under $30!

Custom 20 x 20 Down Pillows $22

Vintage Bird Cage $20 | Silver Bejewled Owl $16

Vintage Silver Pitcher $18 | Vintage Creamer Sugar Set $12

Vintage Style Ornaments $8

Handcrafted Stars $24 | Peace Sign $15

Vintage Tins $3 - $15

Great for filling with homemade treats!

Variety of Wood Cutout Signs $14 - $18

Vintage Bread Box $18

Vintage Decanter and Shot Glasses $18

Metal Bird Cages $14 - $28

Merry Christmas and Happy Last Minute Shopping!!!

Blessings,

Katy

diy idea | Bucket Ladder Advent Calendar

2011-12-14T15:15:00.000-08:00

So I'm a little late in finding this idea to take full advantage of it but had to share this adorable tin bucket advent calendar made by the Lemonade Makin Mama. Never to early to start planning for next year!

Full instructions can be found over at her blog...here.

holiday decor | Christmas Chandeliers

2011-12-12T13:00:00.000-08:00

The Parisienne Farmgirl is full of beautiful posts, including great recipes and lovely home decor, but when I saw these exquisite chandeliers she decorated for Christmas I just had to share.

This is definitely my favorite...

Oh but I do really love this one too...

Don't they look like something from a high end show room?

Well done Parisienne Farmgirl!!!

You can check out more pics of her chandeliers here and a few more here.

And in case you thought those chandeliers were beautiful check out the rest that she has collected!

Seriously? Have you ever seen so much gorgeous lighting in one place?!?

Thanks Angela for your inspiration!

Blessings,
Katy

diy idea | No Sew Ruffle Tree Skirt

2011-12-11T12:10:00.000-08:00

This is not the tree skirt project for the faint of heart...looks like a little patience is needed in making sooooo many ruffles but don't you think it's worth it?

So beautiful! I may even have to make one of these for myself. Ashley over at The Johnston's took on this great project and offers up a detailed tutorial here.

Let me know if you make one and how it goes! Best of luck!

Happy Crafting,

Katy

recipe | Apple Cider Floats

2011-12-10T00:30:00.000-08:00

Can't wait to try this!

Ice cream, carmal and apple cider...yumm

So simple, elegant and looks delicious...perfect for a holiday party.

For detailed instructions...click here.

shop update | New in Store

2011-12-09T19:03:00.001-08:00

Merry Christmas to you!

New furniture and touches of Christmas throughout the store!

Here's a peek of some of the newest...

green glass trees $22 - $24

We are now carrying handmade wood stars in a variety of colors $24 to $28

vintage antique white display cabinet $228

'councill' french style bergere chair $178 each or $298 pair

vintage green rustic bench $32

metal bird cage shelf $38

vintage navy secretary desk $148

vintage yellow side table $58

shop update | New in Store

2011-11-21T09:49:00.000-08:00

Thanksgiving is only 3 days away and that means Christmas is inching nearer!

See below for just a hint of what we have in store for the holidays.

(And please forgive the sideways pics, not sure why it's being so stubborn and won't change for me...)

And we will definetly be open this week with just a slight change of schedule...

Wednesday 10 to 2

Thursday CLOSED Happy Thanksgiving!

Friday 8 to 1

Saturday 9 to 1:30

Sunday 9 to 1:30

Funky Junk Sisters Flea Market & a Coupon

2011-10-31T09:45:00.000-07:00

We are busy getting ready for the Funky Junk Sisters Flea Market show this weekend and I would love to see you all there!
Well maybe not all at once, but one or two at a time would be great.

Our booth will be stocked full of red, green, black, white and sparkly holiday goodness!!!
I'm having so much fun gathering the perfect collection of things to take
and this will be where we will kick off our holiday decor.

The show is Friday, November 4th from 6pm - 9pm, Admission $15 as a Breast Cancer Benefit
and Saturday, November 5th from 10am to 4pm, Admission $7.

Located near the South Hill Mall in Puyallup, WA

in the Competitive Edge building at 3600 9th St SW. Funky Junk Sisters website for $1 off entry fee coupon for Saturday.

Also, for my dear friends and followers I am offering 10% off
your entire purchase Saturday in the Classic Farmhouse booth!!!
Print off the coupon below and present when you pay.

We will be accepting cash and Discover, Visa, Mastercard in our booth.

You can check out our Facebook page later this week for sneak peek pics.CLASSIC FARMHOUSE on FACEBOOK

We will be located near the middle near the vintage trailers.

You can visit the

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Now for those of you who are not able to make it to the show, no problem, our shop in Auburn is still open!!!
No holiday just yet but still loads of great fresh merchandise.
And since I didn't want to leave you out on the special discounts
we are offering 10% off everything in the store
Saturday, November 5th!!!
Coupon valid for both the booth and the shop.

Print off the coupon below and present when you pay.

shop update | New Store Hours

2011-10-10T17:10:00.000-07:00

Starting this week we will be open...

Wednesday thru Friday
10am to 2pm

Saturday & Sunday
9am to 1:30pm

fashion | How to Tie a Scarf

2011-10-09T12:45:00.000-07:00

It's officially fall when I break out the boots and scarves!!!

And today was a perfect day for both.

The last couple years I've really gotten into wearing scarves

and it's now offically a signature part of my cold weather wardrobe.

There are so many fun ways to tie them too!!!

So pull out your scarves and click on the illustration below for six options...

via Codwater Creek

shop update | Newly Added Vintage

2011-10-01T11:17:00.000-07:00

We've expanded the floor and have added bits of fall all around!!!

Take a peek of what's new this week...

smile file | Ernie & Bert Pumpkins

2011-09-30T22:08:00.000-07:00

If you are going to take the time to carve a pumpkin,

you might as well make it unique...

Courtesy of Craftzine

diy idea | French Cafe Curtain

2011-09-23T13:42:00.000-07:00

In my last kitchen I would have had the perfect place to put this darling french cafe curtain over my sink. Sadly I can't think of a place for it in my new dwelling place, but maybe you have a perfect spot for it?

Stop on by Musings of a French Cottage for step by step instructions and be sure to browse around...lots of great ideas!

Shop update | Newly Added Vintage

2011-09-18T09:30:00.000-07:00

Sneak peeks of what's new in store...stay tuned for touches of fall this week!!!

For pricing or questions email us at katy@theclassicfarmhouse.com.

shop update | Auburn Reporter Article

2011-09-16T10:49:00.000-07:00

Thanks to Mark Klaas for the nice article he wrote in the Auburn Reporter about our ever growing little shop...

Click here for the full article.

weekend finds | Fabric Shopping

2011-09-12T19:20:00.000-07:00

I couldn't help myself and came home with some beautiful fabrics this weekend! Now to decide whether to make pillows or upholster with these...

diy idea | Flash Card Lampshade

2011-09-04T11:01:00.000-07:00

Since I'm still on my lampshade kick I thougth I would share another easy to make lampshade idea. Didn't take step by step pics as usual but I'm sure you can get the idea.

You will need:
1 Round or drum type shape Lampshade
24 (or so) flash cards
24 (or so) Mini Clothespins...can be found at larger Joann Fabrics stores or online here.

So you could be all technical about it and measure the spacing around your lampshade but that's not me so I simlpy started clipping around the base first and then around the top, alternating as I went to my taste.

And here she is...super easy!!!

shop update | Newly Added Vintage

2011-09-03T10:47:00.000-07:00

shop update | 1st Annual Barn Sale

2011-08-24T09:30:00.000-07:00

As much as I've resisted it we are already making plans for fall and Christmas at the store and have begun stocking up on season appropriate merchandise!!!
Not that it's a bad thing really, I just have not had a sufficent dose of summer to accept sweaters, boots and scarves in my near future.

Anyway, as I've begun filling up my storage unit and back stock room with fall boxes it's becoming painfully obvious we are running out of room!

Not so good for us,but awfully great for you!!!

Mark your calendars for the...

Not only will there be loads of prodcut at 30% to 50% off but we will also be stocked up with a lot of new merchandise.

And just for you my dear blog readers I am offering a 10% off coupon for everything in the store that is not already marked down. Just click on the coupon below, print it out and bring it in for your discount.

Hope to see you this weekend!!!

shop update | Newly Added Vintage

2011-07-30T13:06:00.000-07:00

Lots of great new pieces just added this week!!!

Mid Century Modern Style Vintage Couch - $358

Brass Bamboo Nesting Tables - $78

Vintage Double Wash Basin - $178

Perfectly Rusty Rolling Bar Cart - $58

Vintage Primitive Drop leaf Table - $128

Stakmore Vintage Folding Card Table & 4 Chairs - $158

Vintage Dunning Hand Carved Childrens Lamps - $98 pair

diy idea | 20 Minute Lampshade Redo

2011-07-29T09:07:00.000-07:00

I think I have an addiction to lamp shades. No really, I have way too many! So when a customer recently bought the lampshade off of one of my lamps I went digging in my stash for a replacement. I found the perfect one but sadly it had some light streaks around it making it very unattractive.

Of course they is no way I would throw it out so I started looking around my stash of craft supplies for a solution. And then I saw it...a Sharpie! Yes indeed you read right, a good old fashioned black felt tip Sharpie marker.

Took a few practice runs on a piece of paper before committing my elementary school style cursive writing to the shade and then went to town repeating some bible quotes around and around and around until it looked the way I wanted.

The slanted pattern I used covered over most of the little flaws just prefectly! The style varied based on the amount of pressure I put on the pen while writing and the marker did bleed if I slowed down or stopped in one place. Either way I really like how it turned out and it took just a mere 15-20 minutes.

One shade down, many to go...

inspired by | Saffron and Genevieve

2011-07-19T21:04:00.000-07:00

Don't you just love this display done with antique drawers!?!

It's like shadow boxes,

but way cooler...

That's just a hint of the creative inspiration from Saffron and Genevieve.

shop update | Newly Added Vintage

2011-07-15T17:08:00.000-07:00

Restocking, rearranging and redecorating with new goodies in store!

Just added this week...

Vintage Record Cabinet - $68

White Wicker Chairs with New Cushions, 4 Available - $58 each

Antique Silver and Crystal Chandelier - $148

White Wicker Table - $28

Vintage Stitched Dancers - $58

Antique Piano Front - $38

Mersman Side Table - $58

giveaway | And the Winner is...

2011-07-15T13:53:00.000-07:00

Well you've waited long enough,

the results are in...

And the winner(s) of the Seven Ways to Win Giveaway are...

Day 1 - Pair of Pillows

Cynthia M Richardson

Day 2 - Domino Necklace

David n' Rebecca Kissell

Day 3 - Vintage Bottles

Wynter Weaver

Day 4 - Book Page Banner

Wynter Weaver

Day 5 - Scentsy Plug In

Monica Walker

Day 6 - Key Necklace

Josie Elder-Chow

Day 7 - $30 Gift Card

Wendy at Artsy Chaos

Day 7 Bonus - $30 Gift Card

Lacey of Life of Lacey

Congrats to all you lucky winners!!!

And extra kudos to the double lucky gal Wynter Weaver...we want to know your technique!

I will be contacting within the next couple days to arrange for your prize.

Or if you are antsy and just can't wait, shoot me a message with your address or when you would like to come pick up your prize to katy at theClassicFarmhouse dot com.

giveaway | Seven Ways to Win {day7}

2011-07-12T11:10:00.000-07:00

Have I mentioned before that I'm a bit absent minded at times?
I now must confess that I accidentally posted the wrong ending date for the
Seven Ways to Win giveaway on a rather large site...oops!

So you are going to have to wait a whole two more days before I draw the winners.

Yes, I know I'm killing you with the suspense but maybe I can make it up to you...

How about a double giveaway today?!?
Would you like to shop the Classic Farmhouse with a $30 credit in your pocket?!?
Wouldn't it be better though if it was $60?!?

Yup that's the prize...we are giving away not one, but two $30 gift certificates to the Classic Farmhouse online and/or brick and mortar store. You will be entered in the drawing twice so you have the chance to win one or even both of the credits.
Cross your fingers that you'll get lucky times two...

If you missed out on any of the past giveaways you still can enter by ~~clicking on any of the images below~~.
going back a day or two and checking out the past posts.
Blogger won't let me fix the links right now...sorry for the trouble, I'll try to fix it again later.

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Want to win?

Here's the rules...we'll keep it simple.

Enter one or all ways and be entered to win each time.

Just let me know what you did.

1. Follow me and leave a comment on my Facebook page.

2. Leave a comment on this page and follow me here ------>

3. Sign up for my monthly...ish newsletter.

A new prize will be added each day.

You must leave a comment for each item your interested in,

or simply say "I WANT IT ALL" at any point and be entered in each one.

Each winners name will be drawn via Randomizer.Org at midnight on ~~July 12th~~ July 14th

and will be announced the following day.

Best of luck and spread the word...

...only two days left to win!!

If you live outside the United States feel free to play along, however some items may not be shippable or might have to be conformed to meet restrictions for shipping (ie pillow covers would have to be sent without the inserts)

giveaway | Seven Ways to Win {day6}

2011-07-11T11:23:00.000-07:00

Missed Day 1, Day 2, Day 3, Day 4 and Day 5?

It's not too late to enter ------------->>>>>
Today's giveaway is another piece of upcycled jewelry!
I love turning old things into something useful and pretty as I'm sure you can tell by now.
But instead of an old domino we've got a chunky antique silver key on a 20" chain up for grabs.

So fun to mix and match these pieces with other jewelry!
If you aren't the lucky winner we will have a new batch of these in store soon.

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Want to win?

Here's the rules...we'll keep it simple.

Enter one or all ways and be entered to win each time.

Just let me know what you did.

1. Follow me and leave a comment on my Facebook page.

2. Leave a comment on this page and follow me here --->

3. Sign up for my monthly...ish newsletter.

A new prize will be added each day.

You must leave a comment for each item your interested in,

or simply say "I WANT IT ALL" at any point and be entered in each one.

Each winners name will be drawn via Randomizer.Org at midnight on July 12th

and will be announced the following day.

Best of luck and spread the word...

...1 more prize to go!!

giveaway | Seven Ways to Win {day5}

2011-07-10T10:52:00.000-07:00

Missed Day 1, Day 2, Day 3 and Day 4?

It's not too late to enter -------------------->>>>

I'm excited about today's giveaway as it's not only something I myself would love to win
(yes I know it's not right for me to enter my own giveaway)
but it's also the feature of a new product line we offer!

Have you heard of Scentsy?
It's a great line of warmers, wax scents, room sprays and more
that the Classic Farmhosue is now proud to offer to our customers!

I am partnering with Julie Yadon, a Scentsy Consultant, in providing this product to you.
I have known Julie for quite some time now and I believe you will find her to be as
genuine, helpful and pleasant to do business with as I do.

We currently have a small variety of Scentsy warmers as well as
wax refills in a plethra of scents available to be purchased in store.
You can then place orders through the store or through Julie direct for any prodcut we do not have available. And if you're familiar with Scentsy at all, you know the choices are endless!

Now on to the giveaway prize...

To kick things off Julie generously offered to give away a plug in Scentsy warmer!

If you are the lucky winner you get to choose from...

The Wonky

Tea Rose

or Roma.

So hard to decide! Which one would you choose?

To find out more about Julie Yadon as a Scentsy Consultant you can visit her website here.

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Want to win?

Here's the rules...we'll keep it simple.

Enter one or all ways and be entered to win each time.

Just let me know what you did.

1. Follow me and leave a comment on my Facebook page.

2. Leave a comment on this page and follow me here --->

3. Sign up for my monthly...ish newsletter.

A new prize will be added each day.

You must leave a comment for each item your interested in,

or simply say "I WANT IT ALL" at any point and be entered in each one.

Each winners name will be drawn via Randomizer.Org at midnight on July 12th

and will be announced the following day.

Best of luck and spread the word...

...2 more prizes on the way!!!

giveaway | Seven Ways to Win {day4}

2011-07-09T09:37:00.000-07:00

Missed Day 1, Day 2 & Day 3?

It's not too late to enter!

Now on to Day 4...

I rarely say no to an old book even if it's falling apart.

So what do you do with a shabby old book?

Tear it apart of course...and turn it into a banner!

These have been very popular in store and sell out within hours of me putting them up.

We've sold sayings like "God Save the Queen",

"Let Freedom Ring" & "Happy" among others.

I even made this one for my cousins wedding shower.

Now here's your opportunity to win a custom one.

Your choice of up to 15 letters, numbers and/or images on your specified color of vintage seam binding.

Book pages will be chosen at random.
Up to $20 value.

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Want to win?

Here's the rules...we'll keep it simple.

Enter one or all ways and be entered to win each time.

Just let me know what you did.

1. Follow me and leave a comment on my Facebook page.

2. Leave a comment on this page and follow me here --->

3. Sign up for my monthly...ish newsletter.

A new prize will be added each day.

You must leave a comment for each item your interested in,

or simply say "I WANT IT ALL" at any point and be entered in each one.

Each winners name will be drawn via Randomizer.Org at midnight on July 12th

and will be announced the following day.

Best of luck and spread the word...

...3 more prizes on the way!!!

giveaway | Seven Ways to Win {day3}

2011-07-08T11:53:00.000-07:00

Missed Day 1 and Day 2?
It's not too late to enter -------->>>
It's Day 3 of our Seven Ways to Win Giveaway and I've got vacation on my mind...

So how about a small grouping of antique bottles that appear as if they been washed in from the sea???
A couple have wire tops for display that are perfect for displaying small photos.
I've even thrown in a couple old beachy photos to set the mood!

Giveaway includes five antique bottles, two with wire tops and two antique photos.

Total of $24 value.

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Want to win?

Here's the rules...we'll keep it simple.

Enter one or all ways and be entered to win each time.

Just let me know what you did.

1. Follow me and leave a comment on my Facebook page.

2. Leave a comment on this page and follow me here --->

3. Sign up for my monthly...ish newsletter.

A new prize will be added each day.

You must leave a comment for each item your interested in,

or simply say "I WANT IT ALL" at any point and be entered in each one.

Each winners name will be drawn via Randomizer.Org at midnight on July 12th

and will be announced the following day.

Best of luck and spread the word...

...4 more prizes on the way!!!

diy idea | Mason Jar Chandelier

2011-07-08T05:39:00.000-07:00

We temporarily interrupt our Seven Ways to Win giveaway to bring you this fabulous diy idea!

First off here's the $399 inspiration from Pottery Barn...

Yikes! Pretty, but pricey!

And then the fabulous knock off version...

Love it! Wouldn't it even be cool done in Aqua Ball Jars for a funky vintage twist? Well either way kudos to Lauren and Pat at Our Hiding Place for such creativity!

Check out their tutorial here.

giveaway | Seven Ways to Win {day2}

2011-07-07T12:53:00.000-07:00

Missed Day 1? It's not too late to enter here!

Now on to Day 2...

How about some fun and funky jewelry?

Today you have the chance to win a super old repurposed domino necklace!

Classic black and white wood domino with a butterfly on the back and a one and two on the front with pretty detailing.

Want to win?

Here's the rules...we'll keep it simple.

Enter one or all ways and be entered to win each time.

Just let me know what you did.

1. Follow me and leave a comment on my Facebook page.

2. Leave a comment on this page and follow me here --->

3. Sign up for my monthly...ish newsletter.

A new prize will be added each day.

You must leave a comment for each item your interested in,

or simply say "I WANT IT ALL" at any point and be entered in each one.

Each winners name will be drawn via Randomizer.Org at midnight on July 12th

and will be announced the following day.

Best of luck and spread the word...

...5 more prizes on the way!!!

giveaway | Seven Ways to Win

2011-07-06T14:06:00.000-07:00

It's been a while since I've had giveaway, but it's my birthday today and I'm feeling generous!!!

For the first giveaway I'm kicking things off with a pair of pillows...

Your choice of any two you like,

mix or match (up to $48 value)

Pick from the current spring and summer collections,

or wait to pick from the upcoming fall and winter collection,

or beyond...it's up to you!

Want to win?

Here's the rules...we'll keep it simple.

Enter one or all ways and be entered to win each time.

Just let me know what you did.

1. Follow me and leave a comment on my Facebook page.

2. Leave a comment on this page and follow me here --->

3. Sign up for my monthly...ish newsletter.

A new prize will be added each day.

You must leave a comment for each item you're interested in,

or simply say "I WANT IT ALL" at any point and be entered in each one.

Each winners name will be drawn via Randomizer.Org at midnight on July 12th

and will be announced the following day.

Best of luck!!

shop update | Summer Pillow Collection

2011-06-29T12:08:00.000-07:00

I could get lost in a fabric store and could really spend every last dime I have on yardage! Thankfully I was able to narrow it down to these classic americana styles. So here they are, the 2011 Summer Collection...

Most pillows are down filled though a couple are fiberfill.

Prices range from $18 to $28.

Shipping is available.

Questions are always welcome.

Happy Summer!!!

shop update | Newly Added Vintage

2011-06-23T14:18:00.000-07:00

Lots of great new stuff in the shop this week!

Feel free to visit the Classic Farmhouse facebook fan page for prices and more info.

smile file | Doggie Backpack

2011-06-08T13:03:00.000-07:00

Beacuse your pet needs a place to carry his/her necessities. The doggie backpack is the perfect accessory!!!

lol! Isn't that too funny? I just love it!

You can purchase this backpack in a variety of colors at Mailo on etsy, along with a number of other adorable pet accessories.

diy idea | French Chocolate Coffee Table

2011-06-07T09:10:00.000-07:00

Do you have a piece of furniture that needs a little French chocolate inspiration?

I'm pretty sure the gal over at Red Hen Home has far more determation then I do when it comes to completing a tedious project. Can you believe the detail she put in to this French Chocolate inspired coffee table? I think it turned out just beautiful!!!

For the step by step of how this look was created click here.

shop update | New Sign

2011-06-01T17:34:00.000-07:00

I ordered a Silhouette machine a couple months ago and have not put it to as much use as I would like but trust me I have great plans for this nifty little machine. More on that later...

I did however tackle a much needed sign for outside my store. It's actually been up a few weeks now so I'm sorry I didn't share sooner but I really am quite proud of how it turned out! I even went so far as to attache real gingham fabric for the seat. What do you think?

Now I'm on the hunt for a real live chair to match my logo. Doesn't need to be pretty just have the same structure and style. Let me know if you come across one.

diy idea | 1940's Hair Style

2011-05-27T13:12:00.000-07:00

I am loving this 1940's working girls hairstyle. Totally adorable!!!

Check out the video tutorial here courtesy of Casey at Elegant Musings.

shop update | Newly Added Vintage

2011-05-26T11:45:00.000-07:00

Lots of newly added treasures to the shop!

dutch boy cookie jar - $48

barstools - $18ea / 'simplify' chest - $48

iron daybed with springs - $128

vintage scale - $22

mini pie safe - $45

drop leaf table - $98

vintage baby buggy - $68

Antique, Vintage, Handmade Shows - May

2011-05-11T12:29:00.000-07:00

Have nothing to do this weekend?! No worries I have big plans for you! If you are near Puyallup, Washington you must hit up the Funky Junk Sisters Show. It looks to be bigger and better then ever with more then 100 vendors on the list! Trying to figure out how I can sneak away to visit it myself...someone want to watch the store for me?!

Or if you are closer to the Stanwood area stop by the outdoor flea market at Poppyseeds for more vintage finds!

And then swing by Camano Island for the Petite Retreat Vintage Market for a delightful mix of treasures!

That's just the beginning of many to come...

Happy Junkin!

diy idea | Inspirational Quote Sign

2011-04-29T10:11:00.000-07:00

Don't you love this quote? It's so true!

Whether you use this same quote or one of your own favorites this quick guide to repurposing an everyday crate is great! Stop by Whipper Berry's blog for this weathered sign and loads more great projects.

shop update | A Royal Wedding

2011-04-28T12:47:00.000-07:00

The Royal Wedding is this Friday and since everyone's talking about it we decided to join in the festivites and add a few British inspired pieces to the shop in honor of the special occasion.

A shabby style Union Jack...

some royal reading...

enough silver to serve the queen...

a variety of beautiful english transferware...

and even a Royal typewriter.

God Save the Queen!

shop update | Grand Opening Weekend

2011-04-04T10:20:00.000-07:00

It was such an amazing weekend that simply flew by! Speaking of flying...I was suprised at the variety of fun items that flew out of the store this weekend! Everything from candlesticks to coffee tables and everywhere in between.

My favorite part of the weekend? The loads of amazing customers that I met!!! I have never talked with so many warm, encouraging and kind people in such a short peroid of time. Saw some familiar faces and discovered some new friends.

So enough of my gushing and on to some pics. Here's a peek of the store before the weekend shoppers came through..

I am so blessed with all the family and friends who have given so much to help make this happen ...I believe I may be permanetley endebted too them!!!

Looking forward to the future...

shop update | Classic Farmhouse Storefront

2011-03-17T11:23:00.000-07:00

We are busy bees trying to get everything assembled and beautiful for you before we open on April 1st!!!

My dad has been such a blessing and worked awful hard on building me a storefront...doesn't it look fabulous?!

Will have more to share soon...

including the address...

Stay tuned!!!

Grand Opening of our New Store

2011-03-09T08:59:00.000-08:00

Things are moving along so quickly and I decided it's about time to let you in on what's going on...

We are opening a real live brick and mortar store!!! So excited!!!

No it's not a joke, we are opening April 1st and yes that's less then a month away. I am frantically painting, upholstering, shopping, searching and scouring high and low for the best stuff to offer you!!! I'm pulling out all the stops! I've even begun pilfering my personal stash of fabulous finds and treasures to bring to the store...even things I swore I'd never sell are quickly getting shuffled to the sell pile. It's going to be great and I can't wait to open the doors.

Mark your calendars and I look forward to seeing any or all of you there!

I will keep you posted as things progress and will be announcing the specific location soon...just to peak your curiosity I will tell you it's in Auburn, WA.

diy idea | Cigar Box Doll Bed

2011-02-26T10:54:00.000-08:00

Cathe Holden at Just Somthing I Made never ceases to amaze me with her crafting skills! Isn't this totally adorable?!

Want to make one yourself? You can with her generous instructions and print outs here.

Happy Crafting!

Keeping Secrets

2011-02-24T13:09:00.000-08:00

The ground is lightly covered in snow and I'm wholed up inside with the remains of a nasty head cold.

That being said my spirits are high as I have a wonderful secret in the works...

Stay tuned as I'll be revealing bits soon and I hope you'll think it's as great as I do!

fun find | Free Kate Spade EValentines

2011-02-14T09:16:00.000-08:00

Forgot to get your loved one a Valentine Card?

It's not too late to send one of these adorable eValentines courtesy of Kate Spade!

There's many to choose from but here's a few of my favorites...

Happy Valentines Day!!!

diy idea | valentine coffee cozy

2011-02-12T15:22:00.000-08:00

Want to give a little something handmade to your loved one this valentine's day? How about a coffee cozy!? So cute!

Or if you're not the coffee drinking type how about little handmade cards with envelopes?

For templates and directions on the coffee cozy go here and the cards here.

before & after | French Provencial Chair

2011-02-12T11:20:00.000-08:00

I couldn't pass up this chair when I discovered it in a garage last month. I'm pretty sure the guy thought I was crazy when I asked about it but I saw it's potential and took it home with dreams of a transformation.

So after some TLC, a bit of trim and pretty fabric my vision came to be...

And now it's available in my space at Mercantile Antiques...

spring 2011 | Kate Spade in Red

2011-02-11T12:58:00.000-08:00

Love, love, love anything in red and especially this new spring collection by Kate Spade!

I'll take one of each please...

diy idea | Tin Foil Furniture Makeover

2011-02-11T11:12:00.000-08:00

You have to see it to believe it! This gal silver 'foiled' her nightstand in the truest sense...with regular old household aluminum foil!!!

So impressed with the results...

Read her step by step process here.

Antique, Vintage, Handmade Shows - February Update

2011-02-10T08:29:00.000-08:00

In my haste to share my northwest events calendar with you I overlooked a couple great events for this month...

1. Snohomish City Wide Antique Sale ...February 11th, 12th & 13th

2. Ruffles & Rust, a vintage market to inspire ...February 18th & 19th

That's all for now...

Happy Junking!

fun find | Mr Darcy Shirt

2011-02-09T10:53:00.000-08:00

Ok ladies, if you have a 'Mr Darcy' in your life don't you think he needs this t-shirt?!

courtesy of brookish

Like Brookish has so eloquently described it 'is perfect for long horseback rides through the countryside, fencing tournaments, taking a turn through the grounds of a great estate, dancing a reel, playing billiards...'

Love it! I couldn't help but share...it really is comical and cute don't ya think?

have you heard | Janet Hill Studio

2011-02-07T09:32:00.000-08:00

If I were to dream up a wonderful, whismical world to live in it would look exactly like the paintings of Janet Hill Studio!!! I am in love with the colors and overall feel of every piece. I had the most difficult time picking just a few to show but here is what I narrowed it down too...

Shop her store here for original paintings and prints or here for her new line of cards!

newly added vintage

2011-02-04T09:14:00.000-08:00

Lots of new vintage treasures filling the farmhouse!!!

Sneak peek of what's new in the shop...

Antique, Vintage, Handmade Shows - February

2011-02-03T14:23:00.000-08:00

I've been lax in getting my antique, vintage and handmade show calendar updated but I've buckled down and have searched the web for some great shows for you to check out.

The first one starts this weeknd and is the Junk Salvation Vintage Flea Market! I have been a vendor at a number of these over the past few years and you won't be disappointed with the great variety of stuff you can find at this event. This time they are hitting Hillsboro, Oregon with a list of fabulous vendors. Check them out this weekend at their first Oregon show and I'm sure you will come home with a treasure or two. They even have a dollar off admission coupon at the top right hand side of their blog!

There's many more to be found in my calendar and I will update it as I find more. As always let me know if you know of any other shows I have missed and I will be happy to add it.

Happy Pickin!

have you heard | Free People Does Vintage

2011-02-01T15:21:00.000-08:00

Free People has joined the vintage loving club and are now offering fabulous vintage finds in their online store...

Oh how I love that cream and black skirt!

What an adventure it would be to be their buyer!
Read her story here...

diy | Lace Topped Table

2011-01-29T09:55:00.000-08:00

If you haven't see it already Country Living magazine did a feature in their current issue all about decorating with lace and doilies in unique ways. These were three of my favorites...

Well I took a little inspiration from them and did a little lace emellishment of my own.

It was so simple! I'd previously painted this little side table red so I gave the top a couple coats of a matte off white paint on the top. After it ~~was close enough to dry~~ completley driedI taped the corners of a square paper doily to the top with painters tape. I then dry brushed and dabbed some red gloss paint over the open spaces in the doily, let it dry then did it again.

A little touch up was necesssary but overall it came out pretty darn cute don't ya think?

great find | Map Chalkboard on Sale

2011-01-28T10:03:00.000-08:00

Isn't this map chalkboard cool? Wouldn't it be fun to use it to plan a trip, or maybe teach your kiddies geography or just as a unique to do list! Such a great piece and on sale too for $29.99!

Get it here...

recipe | Buttercream Frosting

2011-01-22T11:42:00.000-08:00

I'm going to let you in on a little secret...I rarely bake a cake or cupcake from scratch! Why you ask? Well when all anyone ever talks about is the fabulous frosting then I started to think it didn't matter. And quite honestly I don't think anyone even suspects, that is until now...

Anyway, you might wonder what is this fabulous, make you want to eat way too much cake frosting I speak of? Well I'm now going to let you in on another little secret...

My Buttercream Frosting Recipe!!!

It did start off from a tradtional, simple and pretty good recipe found in a book but over time I've tweaked it to something rich, creamy and oh so great!

So go ahead whip up a boxed cake mix and then try it yourself...

you won't be disappointed...

Step 1:
Beat together until fluffy...
1/2 Cup Butter (softened)
1/3 Cup Cream Cheese

(Just 2/3 Cup butter can be used if no cream cheese is available)

Step 2:

Add each a little at a time and blend well until creamy and smooth...

4 Cups | Powdered Sugar

6-10 Tablespoons | Half & Half

Step 3:

1 Teaspoon | Vanilla

Step 4 (optional):

Tint with your favortie color...mine is a pale pink of course!

Oh and did you notice the vintage platter I had my cake on? It's one of my new favorite finds! The handles lock down the lid on either side to keep it fresh and makes it easy to take on the road for birthday parties and such. So fun!

Happy Baking!

The Classic Farmhouse at Mercantile Antiques

2011-01-21T10:00:00.000-08:00

Well I've longed tossed around the idea of setting up some of stuff in an antique mall so when I got the opportunity recently to have a space at Mercantile Antiques I jumped at the opportunity!

I moved a bunch of stuff in but have a lot more refining to do. Knowing me though it will never stay the same for long and will probably always been in transition. Isn't that the fun of it though?!

Stop by and take a look around...

Mercantile Antiques

1118 A St SE,

Auburn, WA 98002

My space is upstairs...make sure you don't miss it!

And if I'm there be sure to say hi!

There's a lot of other spaces to check out full of a variety of things so make sure you browse around.

my space | Union Jack Dresser

2011-01-19T09:18:00.000-08:00

Do you remember I was starting a redo of my bathroom?

Well I did start in on it with some paint and purging then much to my dismay I discovered a gap in my shower surround (which may have to be totally replaced) and the pipe under my sink decided to come loose causing water damage to my vanity not to mention the need to replace the pipes! Uggh! So much for a simple facelift! Sooooo....onto something a little less burdensome until my handyman father is able to assist.

#2 on the list...my Bedroom!!! I'm in the purge the old and search for inspiration stage at this point so here's hoping no serious issues pop up to deter this project. Fingers crossed...

Anyway, I have two red antique pieces (one I just scored a week ago and will share soon!) I love and want to use plus I was thinking about maybe painting my headboard a deep midnight blue.

Besides that I had no real direction so when I stumbled upon this amazing dresser over at Miss Mustard Seed I immediatley knew what my inspiration would be...

Is that beautiful or what?!? I am in love with this dresser! And the most exciting thing it that I have one almost this exact shape with a mirror on top that needs refinishing.

Now back to looking for inspiration...

via country living

via bhg

diy idea | Faux Grandfather Clock

2011-01-17T09:41:00.000-08:00

I saw this fabulous faux 'grandmother' clock in the most recent issue of Country Living and the thought crossed my mind that it would be something you could easily recreate with some ingenuity.

Well Lindy over at Cottage Hill didn't waste time dreaming about how that could be done. She got out her creative skills and went to work designing this lovely version!

How cool is that? I'm impressed!

Head on over to her blog to see her inspiration and also more pics and a tutorial on how you can create your own.

Or stop by Pier 1 and pick up their version for only $99.95!

have you heard | Color of the Year 2011

2011-01-15T10:17:00.000-08:00

Well it's all a buzz in the blog world that 2011's color of the year as chosen by Pantone is...

Honeysuckle!

I think it's beautiful and would be a great pop of color in both small...

availble at Lily Blossom

...and large doses.

via Country Living

However, Michelle Adams of Lonnymag.com has chosen a different color as the "one"...

Rust!

Check out her reveal along with five other top interior design trends of 2011.

So which bold color would you prefer? And will you go a little or a lot of it?

newly added vintage | Valentines Day

2011-01-14T17:28:00.000-08:00

Have added lots of new Valentine's Day inspired vintage items in the Classic Farmhouse shop!

Am adding more daily so stop by and check out what's new.

diy idea | Valentine Gift Countdown

2011-01-14T13:28:00.000-08:00

Why not make a countdown calendar for your loved one this Valentines Day? That's what Jenn over at Red Berry Barn does for her hubby. Isn't it adorable?

So the idea doesn't quite work for a single gal (ie me) but I can substitue in friends and family just to have the excuse of making one of these boards for myself!

Anyway, head on over to the Red Berry Barn blog where you can find out how to make one of these for your home. So cute!

Organizing Your Jewelry Vintage Style

2011-01-07T09:14:00.000-08:00

If you're like me at all you have little piles of jewelry everywhere. You can find my earrings my the bathroom sink, rings in the kitchen, bracelets on the coffee table, necklaces by my bed and a whole variety of things on my dresser. Oh how I wish I was more organized! Maybe if I had one of these I would be?

Aren't they fabulous? They are upcycled from vintage and antique printer drawers! I love it! There is an organizer for every style decor which can be found in the etsy shop of Blue Bird Heaven. Which one would you pick?

Free Printable 2011 Calendar

2011-01-04T12:50:00.000-08:00

Looking for an adorable one of a kind calendar to grace your workspace this 2011? Well go no further then the blog of Creature Comforts where she shares a free download of her own personal design.

New Years Motivation

2011-01-03T12:30:00.000-08:00

There's so much happening around the farmhouse these days that I totally forgot to wish you all a Happy New Year! Ok so it was a little late but I do mean it...may 2011 be filled with blessings from above!

I don't know about you but I've given up on thinking I can accomplish all the things on my "want to accomplish" list every year. I tend to pile everything on it then hope I can at least knock off one or two of the items by the time the year is over.

Of course I have all the typical to do's like...
a. get oragnized...
b. shed the uncessary weight gain from previous year(s)...
c. simplify/purge...
d. complete more projects...
e. purchae fewer projects...
f. (re)start a savings and don't blow it on a new "find"...

Well you get the idea...sound anything like your list?

All these things are great and quite needed but this year I've decided to put one item on my list to really stretch myself. A character trait. One that is more about others and less about me.

My goal?

Generosity

While I love the opportunity of working for myself I found it came with an inward focused perspective that I'm not all together fond of. So 2011 is all about reversing that...Lord willing. I want to be less selfish with my time, my money, my things...actually I want to think of it as not mine at all but just something I am a steward of to share when needed. I will try to let you in on how my little "project" goes as the year goes on.

So how about you? What is on your list this year? I encourage you to take a moment to dig a little deeper and work on more then just the physical things this year. I'm excited about a change that begins from the inside out. Join me?

Nutcracker Tea Party

2010-12-27T00:08:00.000-08:00

I know Christmas is over but I was so delighted to get an email from Shannon, a recent customer at the Classic Farmhouse on Etsy, showing how she put her purchase to use. I'm sure you'll be as delighted as I am with this little soiree!!!

How darling my (former) holly and ivy tea and dessert set looks amongst the Nutcracker party she styled.

Check out many more wonderful pictures of this event at Pizzazzerie.

Or to find out more about Shannon's and her delightful soirees stop by her blog at Sweet Pea Soirees.

Merry Christmas to All

2010-12-25T16:15:00.000-08:00

And there were shepherds living out in the fields nearby, keeping watch over their flocks at night. An angel of the Lord appeared to them, and the glory of the Lord shone around them, and they were terrified. But the angel said to them, “Do not be afraid. I bring you good news of great joy that will be for all the people. Today in the town of David a Savior has been born to you; he is Christ the Lord. This will be a sign to you: You will find a baby wrapped in cloths and lying in a manger.” Suddenly a great company of the heavenly host appeared with the angel, praising God and saying, Glory to God in the highest, and on earth peace to men on whom his favor rests.”

Wishing you and your loved ones all the comfort and joy that this holiday can bring!

Merry Christmas!!!

12 Days of Christmas Giveaway

2010-12-10T06:00:00.000-08:00

The Funky Junk Sisters have been gathering goodies to giveaway every day for the first 12 days of December!!! They are giving away some of my goodies today....

up to nine framed magnets

in your choice of letters in vintage plaid font

vintage Christmas apron

$15 gift certificate to my etsy shop

There are multiple ways to win so head on over to their blog and find out more...

Be sure to check back daily as they are doing a drawing every day!

Decorating with Vintage Glass Ornaments

2010-12-03T11:36:00.000-08:00

My all time favorite decoration for Christmas is vintage Christmas glass bulbs. They can be used in so many different ways!

The most obvious way to use them is on your tree...

or how about a more unique version of a tree...

via

pop a couple tops off and stick them over your Christmas lights for a glowing mercury glass appearance...

mix up a variety of the most unique ones in a basket...

or a fancy container...

Make yourself a vintage Christmas bulb wreath...

instructional here

Anyway you use them they are sure to add holiday sparkle!

Happy Decorating...

What a Rue

2010-12-02T09:11:00.000-08:00

I love magazines! I can pour over a good one for hours and the new Rue is no exception!

Page after page of beautiful photos, lovely rooms of all styles, great articles, interior design and clothing trends, and tons of inspiration. The best thing about it? It's free! Browse the almost 300 pages of beauty in their Nov/Dec 2010 magazine here.

Newly Added Vintage ...Christmas at the Farmhouse

2010-11-30T23:45:00.000-08:00

It's beginning to look a lot like Christmas around the Classic Farmhouse!!! Many new Christmas, holiday and winter themed items have been added this past week. There's more to come but here's just a sampling of some of the newest...

Embellished Knits at Grosgrain

2010-11-30T10:28:00.000-08:00

It's Embellish Knits Month over at the Grosgrain blog! This gal has such vision for things and the talent to back it up! She took such ho hum sweaters and turned them into Anthropologie worthy pieces of art. But she doesn't stop with just showing you how cute they are, she walks you step by step through doing it yourself. I am totally rethinking every plain and basic sweater in my closet right now!

Here are a few of my favorites...

See I told you she had talent! Browse the rest of her fabulous designs here...

Cartolina Christmas Cards

2010-11-29T08:59:00.000-08:00

I stumbled upon the site of designer Fiona Richards just a few days ago and immediatley fell in love with her style! It's a little modern and a little vintage with as they say "an exotic collage of colorful inspiration, their designs feature centuries old block prints and antique cartouches".

Aren't these Christmas cards fabulous?! Not only do they look beautiful but these cards are printed with vegetable based inks on bright white cardstock made from recycled paper making them oh so eco-chic!

Shop these and other Cartolina Cards here.

Thanksgiving Weekend Sale ...25% Off Vintage

2010-11-26T13:35:00.000-08:00

I don't know about you but you will never find me out fighting the crowds at 3am for the hot deals around town the day after Thanksgiving. The crowds, the mad parking lots, the lines...ugggh, enough already! You are a true bargain hunter if you can endure that kind of shopping.

For those of you who choose to avoid the crazy shopping madness (like I do) but want to get a little holiday shopping done be sure to stop by Etsy for those on your list that love handmade and vintage. There are a ton of Black Friday and Cyber Monday sales going on all weekend.

And starting at midnight tonite

I'm marking everything down

in my shop by 25%!!!

Sales runs through midnight on the 29th.

And a special offer for my blog readers...if you sign up for my newsletter you will recieve an extra 5% off your order!!! (valid only 11.25 and 11.26)

Simply sign up via the form on the upper right hand side of my blog and I will email you with a discount code. Or if you just can't wait to get shopping go ahead and sign up for the newsletter hop on over to my shop to complete your order and I will refund the 5% to your paypal account upon completion.

Offer only valid at http://www.theclassicfarmhouse.etsy.com/. Discount excludes shipping costs.

Thanksgiving Greetings

2010-11-25T08:35:00.000-08:00

It seems last Thanksgiving came and went with out much ado. I'll admit it was a rough year for me and my heart was not as thankful as it should have been. Thankfully seasons change as well as attitudes and this year my heart is extremely full! I am truly blessed and thankful for so many things.

I am surrounded by family who love and support me...

I have friends who love me through my weakness and challenge me on toward greater things...

I am running a fruitful business in an economy where jobs are hard to come by...

but mostly I'm full of gratitude for the faithfulness and goodness of God who has seen me through trials and had grace to help in times of need.

So where does this Thanksgiving find you?

Whether it's filled with gratitude or with a heavy heart if you look hard enough you can always, always, always find something to be thankful for!

So take a moment to count your blessings and show gratitude to those around you...

May this Thanksgiving fill your heart to overflowing and find you surrounded with those who love you the most!

Nina Campbell Admiration

2010-11-24T08:56:00.000-08:00

If you're looking for the most luxurious wallpaper and fabric collection then look no further then Nina Campbell. I fell in love with this collection the minute I saw it! Especially that gorgeous floral in the top pick...so modern yet with a vintage feel.

Sew Busy

2010-11-20T08:14:00.000-08:00

I've had three custom orders for drapes this month so I've been busy at my sewing machine creating panels and valances of all shapes and sizes.

The first order was actually for a dear friend who had a bare and rather large window in her dining room that needed attention. She picked out a beautiful black and ivory damask which was the perfect accent for her rich red walls and masculine dining set.

I set to tackling the longest set of drapes I've ever done and thankfully they came out as beautiful as she had hoped. She's adding a gorgeous rug and some art on the walls but dosen't her room look great so far?

Giveaway at Faded Plains

2010-11-17T11:31:00.000-08:00

In honor of promoting a handmade Christmas the sweet gal over at Faded Plains is having a giveaway for a handmade scarf.

Click on over before November 24th and leave a comment to be entered to win.

Don't just stop at that though! She's got a great blog full of all kinds of pretty things including these lovely napkins that can also be found in her shop on etsy...

From the Other Side

2010-11-17T11:06:00.000-08:00

I admit it I cheated on my blog! I left to set up a new website and try out Wordpress. I'm not proud of myself and I'm here to report the grass is not always greener.

It was not all it was cracked up to be. And when it came right down to it, I miss my old blog...
I miss comments that aren't spam...
I miss changes that take less then an hour...
I miss my followers...
I miss seeing random updates from my favorite blogs...
I just plain miss YOU...

So I am humbly coming back head bowed and ready to apologize for walking away. Please forgive?

On a happy note I see you've changed blogger...and I like what I see!
So glad to be back!

Newly Added Vintage ...Fall at the Farmhouse

2010-10-30T09:11:00.000-07:00

Fall has officially arrived at the Classic Farmhouse on Etsy !!!

Here's just a sampling of some of the newest goodies added...

Vintage Doughnut Fail

2010-10-24T09:15:00.000-07:00

I recently ran across a 1954 recipe for cake doughnuts in a magazine.

"Oh, how fun it would be to make doughnuts from a vintage recipe!" I thought to myself.

My cousin stopped by one evening so we put on our vintage aprons and got busy!

We mixed, we melted, we laughed, we cried (ok not really, at least not yet) and we had such fun...then it chilled.

The rest was up to me the next day so I went to work rolling out, cutting, deep frying and then sugar coating what turned into nearly 6 dozen doughnuts.

Ok, so maybe I overdid it when I doubled the recipe but I had to share a batch with the neighbors, send some to work with my dad and deliver a platter to my aunt and cousins.

I was feeling so proud of myself and quite domestic...

that is until the next morning when I grabbed one to have with coffee.

Those doughnuts were so dry and thick I couldn't choke them down!

Guess I owe some people a better batch of goodies...what must they think!?

Lessons learned:

1. Don't double the batch unless you know you love the recipe.

2. Don't share your goodies with people you hope to stay on good terms with unless you are absolutely sure they are good.

Making it Home

2010-10-22T09:18:00.000-07:00

They say your home is a reflection of who you are.

If that is true I do not want to know what mine says of me currently!

I'll admit it, I've highly neglected my space. My excuses? Non really, except that when I first moved in I had in mind that this would be a temporary landing space and I guess I didn't want to put in the effort to make it 'home' if I was going to move again shortly. Seeing as how I've been here for over a year now and it still looks half lived in I decided it's time to do something about making it feel like home.

First on the list...

#1 Give the bathroom a facelift.

I've begun cleaning it out and started a sample color on one wall but as you can see it's nothing fancy.

As small as it is though it has good bones and lots of potential.

Of course I started browsing the web for inspiration.

Here are a few that caught my eye...

I love so many aspects of these bathrooms!!!

So which do you like? Or are there certain aspects you think would look good in my space?

Stay tuned...

Funky Junk Sisters Flea Market

2010-10-10T09:30:00.000-07:00

For all of you who are not yet following me on my new blog/website

(http://www.theclassicfarmhouse.com/)

I am back in the craziness of the Flea Market world and am joining the

Funky Junk Sisters for their

Junk Salvation Flea Market.

Save the dates

October 15th & 16th

Newly Added Vintage

2010-09-27T11:41:00.001-07:00

I've been hard at work stocking the Classic Farmhouse on Etsy with tons of new vintage!!!

Here's just a sampling of some of the newest goodies added...

Cleaning up the Farmhouse

2010-09-25T12:01:00.000-07:00

Lots of things are changing around the Farmhouse these days.
We were in much need of a facelift and projects needed to get done.
One of those projects is our new website!!!

We are still working out some quirks so bear with us if fonts are too big, links don’t go anywhere and things just aren’t cooperating.

Hopefully we’ll have everything cleaned up and working properly soon.

Either way we are gradually making the move and we've love for you to stop by for a visit.

Also, just posted about another project over there...

Window Treatment Collection

...sorry we won't be posting it here.
Would love for you to stop by and say hi!

www.theClassicFarmhouse.com