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Monday, March 14, 2011

Out and About for Some Spring Inspiration


I always look forward to the Holiday Open Houses in our area.
We have some great shops who go all out for their Spring Open House week.
Leola's in Ozark is always tops on my list for never fail inspiration and fun.






Here are just a few of the photos I took that are all about Spring and "white".
I'll be sharing more soon for
 Vintage Inspiration Friday.





































So many fun and Springy ideas for your house and garden.
I'm linking up all this fun with

Jill at Gypsy Brocante
for some great ideas for your porch


Marty at A Stroll thru Life
for some great ideas for your table tops and vignettes.


 Kathleen at Faded Charm
for some white goodness and inspiration.



Mary at Very Merry Vintage Style
Share the Love


Type A Decorating




And Kim at Savvy Southern Style
cause all this fun sure has the WOW factor.


Hope you're off to a great week,
it's cold and rainy today with a chance of snow,
but close to 80 by the end of the week!

love you all!
Debra
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61 comments:

  1. Ricki TreleavenMarch 14, 2011 at 10:53 AM

    I think that Spring Open Houses are a great idea. We do not have them in Birmingham, at least not very many of them. Thanks for sharing these spring open houses with us!

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  2. ChiPPy-SHaBByMarch 14, 2011 at 11:20 AM

    LOVE the tiered garden table centerpiece & the chippy slat shutter dipslay by the bench...
    Jeanine, ChiPPy!-SHaBBy!

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  3. Kathy @ Creative Home ExpressionsMarch 14, 2011 at 11:41 AM

    So gorgeous, Debra! It would take me hours to go through all of this ~ I'd be lingering over every vignette! I love the wreath you ended with. I'm looking for something simple to put together for Spring and something like this would do nicely.

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  4. SusieMarch 14, 2011 at 11:50 AM

    How fun! I really love the old wicker pram!! Great stuff look forward to your pictures on Friday.

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  5. KateMarch 14, 2011 at 12:00 PM

    Everything is simply breath taking I am still drooling over the gate doors and all of those clocks! Tick tock my heart. God Bless Debra have a beautiful week!

    xo
    Kate

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  6. Jane @ Jane's Junk and TreasuresMarch 14, 2011 at 12:42 PM

    Love everything!!
    I want some of those clocks!
    And what that big chick on top, a cookie jar?? I love it!

    Happy Spring to you!

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  7. ℳartina @ Northern NestingMarch 14, 2011 at 12:43 PM

    Hi Debra, boy would I love to shop in their!! So many pretty things. Martina

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  8. ClaudiaMarch 14, 2011 at 12:57 PM

    What a lovely shop! Thank you for the great photos, Debra. We all need a dash of spring!

    xo
    Claudia

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  9. trash talkMarch 14, 2011 at 12:59 PM

    How do you feel about dust bunnies...'cause I got an awesome display of those going on at the Casita de Trash!
    Deb

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  10. No nameMarch 14, 2011 at 1:01 PM

    I'm loving all those great photos especially the finish on the tall hutch! So pretty! Clocks are another love! Don't know what is is about them that's so appealing. Funny thing, as much as I love different clocks, I'm one of those people that always runs a few minutes late. That's terrible. I know. *smiles guiltily over here*

    Thanks for sharing such great inspiration,
    Shanna
    www.revampedfrenchmaison.com

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  11. Marina MottMarch 14, 2011 at 1:08 PM

    Marvelous pics!

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  12. Rachel Noelle PallasMarch 14, 2011 at 1:08 PM

    LOVE those images of the shop!! Thanks for sharing!! Hugs,Rachel

    French Farmhouse 425

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  13. Sweet Magnolias FarmMarch 14, 2011 at 1:09 PM

    Debra, love the enamel wash basin filled with treasures! I have one and I am always trying new ways to display it...you have given me new inspiration. Blessings, Abbey

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  14. Artsy Fartsy Junkin FindsMarch 14, 2011 at 1:10 PM

    Deb....Fantastic, Inspiring pics as always! Hugs, Janna

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  15. Robin JohnsonMarch 14, 2011 at 1:20 PM

    The shop looks like one I could spend hours in! I'm loving the enamel washtub and those pretty pillows - both are AMAZING!

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  16. Something Nice and PrettyMarch 14, 2011 at 2:54 PM

    Hi Debra,
    I love the clocks would love to own some, there is a new antique store opening soon in my area hope they have some good stuff:)
    I love the first picture of the scale and book page covered plant, would it be ok to use the picture and give credit to your blog if I post about it?
    My email addy is on my blog, my lap top isn't set up for your type of email so this is the only way for me to ask.

    Thanks Rondell

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  17. Julie MarieMarch 14, 2011 at 3:02 PM

    Hi Debra... oooh, I always want to visit these places you show us!... LOVE that tub with plants and bunnies and eggs!... everything is so cheery and Springlike... wishing you a most beautiful day!... xoxo Julie Marie

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  18. " SHABBY JUNK"March 14, 2011 at 3:18 PM

    I love all the alarm clocks , the baby wicker pram,chippy shutters on the table, etc.... All wonderful things! judy

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  19. UnknownMarch 14, 2011 at 3:30 PM

    I went around that place twice and still missed alot of stuff that's in your pictures. I did the same thing with mine, when you look at the individual pictures you see all the things around what you were taking a picture of . Does that make since ?

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  20. Marty@A Stroll Thru LifeMarch 14, 2011 at 5:56 PM

    Oh my, I could do some serious shopping and damage to my budget. I love everything. The scale is perfect, and so is the buggy and the old white wash tub. Great pics and eye candy. Thanks so much for joining TTT. Hugs, Marty

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  21. Sissie's Shabby CottageMarch 14, 2011 at 6:09 PM

    Hi Debra,
    OMG, what pretties! I would love to shop there.
    Spring inspiration indeed!

    hugs
    Sissie

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  22. Stephanie ~ Angelic AccentsMarch 14, 2011 at 7:29 PM

    What beautiful and inspiring pics! I'm sooo ready for Spring / Easter! Love the hues and those gorgeous mirrors always do it for me, too!

    Happy St. Patrick's Day!

    Big TX Hugs,
    Stephanie
    Angelic Accents

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  23. VickiMarch 14, 2011 at 9:08 PM

    Love these pics. Looks like one of those places where I always have to remind myself to look up! Some of the best finds might be in the rafters. Love your Spring shots.

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  24. SPARROWMarch 14, 2011 at 9:51 PM

    Looks like you had a fun day and time there. It is definately my kind of place.

    Laurie

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  25. summersundays-jwMarch 14, 2011 at 9:51 PM

    So sorry I missed you on Fri. It was a crazy weekend but a really good one. You are doing so good with your new camera. The last one could be a card. I WANT A NEW CAMERA!!!! Thanks a bunch! Jan

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  26. Barbara JeanMarch 15, 2011 at 12:52 AM

    Lovely post Debra. Sure puts me in the mood for Spring.
    Did you get a new banner? Or did I just miss it? Lovely!

    blessings
    barbara jean

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  27. DortheMarch 15, 2011 at 2:34 AM

    Dearest Debra, this is land of wonders,--I love the baby carrige, and the beautifull box, with bird and greens inside- and all the fantastic things in between- thanks for being able to see all this, here,--things I WOULD NEVER BE ABLE TO SEE IN DK---
    Tuesday hugs,
    Dorthe

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  28. PicketMarch 15, 2011 at 4:39 AM

    Oh my word...I'd need a buggy to shop there....loved seeing all that beautiful eyecandy! Hope you're having a great week....Picket

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  29. Miss CharMarch 15, 2011 at 5:42 AM

    Looks like the kind of store that would make my heart go pitter patter. Thanks so much for sharing.

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  30. StephanieMarch 15, 2011 at 6:06 AM

    Awesome pictures Debra! I want to go shopping there RIGHT NOW!

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  31. the old white houseMarch 15, 2011 at 6:38 AM

    Hi Debra! What a great place for some spring inspriation, everything is just gorgeous! I can't wait to see more.. xoxo

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  32. TheresaMarch 15, 2011 at 6:40 AM

    Thanks for the inspiration photos! Beautiful! Have a blessed day, HUGS!

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  33. Erin @ House on HopeMarch 15, 2011 at 8:59 AM

    I feel the same way this time of year -- need to take in tons of new ideas, and your photos (and everything crammed in that shop) just get my creative juices flowing. I looked over them 3 times -- what to look at first?!?! Love, love, love that scale.

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  34. Sandi~A Cottage MuseMarch 15, 2011 at 10:39 AM

    Wow!

    Beautiful displays Debra ~ thanks for the inspiration!!

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  35. red.neck chicMarch 15, 2011 at 12:32 PM

    I LOVE the time travel display!!! AUGH! Makes me want to go redecorate my living room... again.

    HA! Gorgeous - ALL of it!

    ;-D robelyn

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  36. Nancy's NotesMarch 15, 2011 at 3:29 PM

    Oh my, my heavens! I love each treasure! The little statue of that precious little boy, the awesome clocks and oh my, the lovely pillows, that to die for bench, Wow factor, indeed!

    Nancy

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  37. AnonymousMarch 15, 2011 at 4:06 PM

    Hi Debra! Oh, what lovely snaps! I see so many things I need, well...want! :)
    Be a sweetie,
    Shelia ;)

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  38. LibbieMarch 15, 2011 at 4:54 PM

    All those greens tucked in there are heavenly! I NEED to see green right now! Still too much snow here :)

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  39. SheilaMarch 15, 2011 at 4:58 PM

    Hello NEIGHBOR. When I saw the town's name of OZARK in this post I knew immediately you must be talking about Ozark, Missouri. Sure enough I was right. I also live in Missouri (Cuba, MO)so NICE TO MEET YOU NEIGHBOR. I love your blog. I love your home. Can you sense any jealousy here, kidding, kidding. Anyway, I just joined the bloggin world so my blogs (I say blogs because I have started two) are not quite as fancy as yours yet. However, someday I hope to become more experienced at all this blogging stuff. My first blog, Hobnobbers Etc., was going to be my only blog; however, I have decided to dedicate that to my up and coming classy flea by which is called, what else but, Hobnobbers, etc. (I explain the name on the blog, in case you are wondering). The second is "Beyond the Portico". I will be doing most of my domesic life blogging there. Either way, I'm just up and running so not much to look at yet on either yet, but soon I hope to have a whole slew of info and pics for everyone's pleasure. In the meantime I will be checking your blog to see what you are up to over there in Ozark. Have a beautiful "Spring" day. PS, I love, love, love the pic of the chippy, shabby shutters and moss. Such Beauty.

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  40. Blue Ridge Altered ArtMarch 15, 2011 at 7:29 PM

    So much eye candy I could linger all day. ~~Sherry~~

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  41. SueMarch 15, 2011 at 7:39 PM

    I'm SO lame! I'm sitting here starring at all the pictures, loving them, looking at them again. And then when I get to the bottom of the post I realize it is you, Debra! Great pictures, now I'm going to go back and stare some more ;0)

    Take care, Sue

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  42. BonnieMarch 15, 2011 at 8:38 PM

    What a delightful post. I remember a photograph of me as a baby getting a bath in a enamel tub just like the one in your picture! That would be in the 50's.

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  43. Kim @ Savvy Southern StyleMarch 15, 2011 at 9:05 PM

    Debra, I see lots of great stuff that needs to come to my house. Thanks for sharing this at WUW.

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  44. buyffxivgilMarch 16, 2011 at 2:44 AM

    Aw wonderful treasures to hunt there. I super like those cute pillows its perfect for the resting place in my Spring garden plan.

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  45. V I N T A G E O L O G I E March 16, 2011 at 7:07 AM

    WOW! ... inspiration overload!! ... do you ever feel that way ... so many great ideas you want to do it all? Everything you've shared here is great ... I seriously need to add some touches of "freshness" around my house .... thanks for the awesome ideas Debra! ... and thanks for linking up to Porch Club ; )

    have a beautiful day ... xo Jill

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  46. KimMarch 16, 2011 at 8:56 AM

    Now I'm REALLY ready for Spring!!!
    xoxo,
    Kim

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  47. kara@elements-interiors.netMarch 16, 2011 at 10:18 AM

    LOVE THIS! Come on ova' and link up to my Linky Party! xoxokara


    *ENTER LINKY PAR-TAY Here! *

    MISSIN YOU! Come see me! This is just BEAUTIFUL!

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  48. Tammy @ Type AMarch 16, 2011 at 11:48 AM

    love the shop, gorgeous. i would love it if you shared this at my party today! http://typeadecorating.blogspot.com/

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  49. Linda@Coastal CharmMarch 16, 2011 at 12:28 PM

    Debra,
    Thanks so much for taking me along with you to the open houses...I had a ton of fun. We don't have Spring Open Houses...sure wish we did:)

    Blessings,
    Linda

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  50. Lynda DishnerMarch 16, 2011 at 1:19 PM

    Oh Girl, I love your home it is beautiful.
    Thank for sharing your pictures. I need to get busy now for I want that look.

    Have a blessed day.

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  51. RebeccaMarch 16, 2011 at 3:00 PM

    Hi Deb
    Thank you so much for your friendship and I so enjoyed talking with you today...
    Also, would you email me what you wrote down for me today, I would love to re-read it, just in case I missed something, thank you.
    BTW Love your pictures today!
    Blessings
    RE

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  52. Kay EllenMarch 16, 2011 at 3:06 PM

    Oh my goodness~~~fun photos!!
    My first time to stop by :)
    so nice to meet you!

    thanks for the shopping tour!

    Blessings to you...

    Kay Ellen

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  53. AnonymousMarch 16, 2011 at 6:06 PM

    Debra,
    What wonderful shop! Beautiful white lovelies!
    Have a wonderful week!

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  54. Susan EvelynAndRoseMarch 16, 2011 at 7:33 PM

    You used my two favorite words in decor: 'Spring' and 'White'!
    What a gorgeous store - LOVE that patio set and the crochet pillows.
    - Susan

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  55. JuneMarch 16, 2011 at 11:38 PM

    Oh you know how I love going to Leola's with you Debra! I think this is three years now...and I love it everytime. SO many wonderful displays to see and drool over.
    sending hugs your way..

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  56. PatinaMarch 17, 2011 at 12:18 AM

    Love your inspirational photos Debra! I always need a little inspiration.
    Debbie

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  57. A Shabby Moment in TimeMarch 17, 2011 at 7:10 AM

    Debra,
    Your rooms, your vignettes...all magazine worthy! Have you thought of publishing a book to capture all these pretties? My jaw hits the floor everytime I visit your blog. I'm pretty sure anything you publish would make it to the best seller list in the decorating world in a heartbeat! Pray about it. :)
    Blessings and hugs,
    Karen

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  58. AmandaMarch 17, 2011 at 10:38 AM

    What lovely inspiration, Debra! The pastel pottery especially caught my eye!
    Best Wishes and Blessings,
    Amanda

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  59. WhiteWhispers2uMarch 17, 2011 at 12:16 PM

    What a Stash! I would love to have that patio table.~Cheers Kim

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  60. very merry vintage styleMarch 17, 2011 at 8:17 PM

    This is just what I needed for some spring inspiration! All that white and green! The bunny on top of the fruit basket with moss is the cutest centerpiece! Thanks for linking up to my Share the Love Link Party!
    Mary

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  61. PollyMarch 18, 2011 at 8:44 AM

    I know I say it every time you post at Leola's, but I seriously want to shop there!!!

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