Tuesday, August 11, 2015

Entry with a Vintage Sunflower Print

I hadn't done much if anything, different with my Entry Area since I received the wonderful Sheep Print from Canvas Pop, earlier in the year. But now it's time for a little more "Late Summer" sprinkled around in here. 






I have lots of smaller antique and vintage prints that I like to rotate with the seasons on this spot, and this one is my favorite for this time of year. The roadsides are full of Black-Eyed Susans in Missouri, and this old print with it's Sunflowers and bright summer flowers brought in some of those deep "almost Fall" colors. It's in a vintage frame, I've thought about lightening it up a little and may do so. It's faily rustic looking in a burgundy, with a dark green accent and gold on the braiding.


(I had to move the print to the hearth to get a pic without window glare)







I found a few summery faux flower sprigs and put them in one of my old silver teapots for the silver tray on the entry console. I don't change things up much on this, but I like a few different seasonal accessories.




Lamby-Pie is still here on her stacks of books...







I took the old coat rack downstairs, it's big and bulky and we don't use it up here. The little black goat cart is sitting here for now. In a few weeks it will be filled with Fall pumpkins and flowers. yay.



The week after the 4th of July, I traded out my Patriotic Flower Basket for some Sunflowers and Hydrangeas. For now, the Springtime, green checked burlap ribbon is back. Looks like I need to straighten out the little accent sticks. It's easy for me to get this lopsided on this door, it's super tall and like everything else it needs a stepladder. To get a good pic, I have to open the door and take it from inside, all the while trying to make sure cats are not escaping.



In the latest round of opening storage boxes, I found this metal ivy container and topiary that I'd had in the living room at the old house, so it's here, now. This isn't a big area, so I'm trying to keep things out of the way.




Over the weekend we made an overnight trip to Montauk State Park which is East of here, it's another trout fishing river and by far the best camping spot we've seen yet. The clear cold river is shallow enough to walk from bank to bank in most places. It snakes through the wooded camping spots, and has an amazing quality to it; so clean and clear. Just wading in it cooled you down from the 105 degree heat index. Since there are so many places for the fishermen to stake out, it's not crowded or noisy. We could see and hear the rushing water from our camper, and it was the most pleasant, relaxing trip we've had. Lot's of these little guys for company. 

For such a little guy, they have a great big noisy song



I'll be joining in at these great parties:

The Scoop at Stone Gable
Amaze Me Monday at Dwellings
Show and Share at Coastal Charm
Tweak it Tuesday at Cozy Little House
Wow Us Wednesday at Savvy Southern Style
Dream Create Inspire at Lehman Lane
Share Your Cup at Mrs. Olson's
Share Your Style at Common Ground
Treasure Hunt at From My Front Door to Yours

xoxo




30 comments:

  1. Debra,
    Your entry hall is gorgeous, dear friend!!!
    L O V E the basket of Sunflowers on the door!!!
    Anxious to see the goat cart filled with pumpkins!!!
    Cooler temperatures today had me on the ladder to the ceilings!!!
    Ah~h~h. . .it has begun. . . 2015 Autumnal Styling!!!
    Fondly,
    Pat

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    1. oh that cooler air sounds wonderful, it's here in MO too, yay, I can almost feel Fall creeping in!

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  2. Your entry looks beautiful!! Can't wait to see your cart filled to pumpkins!

    Kathy

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  3. Love your basket on the front door soooo pretty. Your entry was is gorgeous too. Great styling.
    Kris

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  4. Your entry really looks so pretty...and I love that lamb print, you always seem to find the best ones! Also love the basket on your front door!

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  5. I love how you're changing things up more frequently. It's either a sign of your being settled in, and/or your love for fall coming soon. That's the Debra I remember! Love your entry.

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    1. thanks Rita, Fall just naturally energizes me, so I think it's some of both!

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  6. Your little vignette on the entry table is really nice, I adore the little picture that you have there. Sunflowers are so pretty and cheerful looking.

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  7. I love your arrangement with your silver teapot. I have a weakness for silver pieces. Sheila

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    1. thanks Sheila, I love silver, too, but I have a hard time keeping up with it. I don't mind a little tarnish, but when it gets too dark I'm ready to bring out the polish!

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  8. I love the wreath on the front door, and the vignette in your entry hall. Everything works so well together. The picture of the sunflowers is so pretty - everything look terrific.
    Have a wonderful week, Debra.
    Mary

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  9. Sunflowers are my absolute FAVE! They are such a "happy" flower. I love seeing the sunflowers in California at this time of year. Also, I loved seeing the sunflowers in Provence when I was there 3 years ago. What a pretty piece you have there!
    Best,
    Michelle from simplysantabarbara.blogspot.com

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  10. Love all the vignettes you put together, Debra. I have been standing and staring a lot lately. Do you ever get 'stuck'? I do love coming by and getting inspired by you!

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    1. I get "stuck" frequently, and I totally understand the concept of "standing and staring"! LOL Sometimes I just have to walk away!

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  11. Debra I love your entry! Change is always good. I am looking forward to decorating for Fall to. Have a lovely day. Jo

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  12. So very cheerful and bright. Love your design style.

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  13. I love the welcome basket on your front door, and I can just see you holding back your kitties with your feet while you take the photos!

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    1. so right, they think I'm trying to kick them. the little one is faster, so she's always out the door first thing!

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  14. The touches of sunflowers are lovely! And I adore the goat cart! Will be so pretty decorated for fall! ~Rhonda

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  15. Debra your entry looks beautiful! Love the vignette on your table and the love the basket filled with sunflowers on your front door!

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  16. I'm glad you are enjoying the camper. It sounds gorgeous. You know I love that sunflower print! So cute.

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  17. Debra everything looks so beautiful! You have inspired me to get out my door basket and create a new "wreath".

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  18. Such a lovely arrangement. I like using "late summer" colors this time of year (and well into September) rather than the full-on fall colors.

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  19. It's all so pretty and Debra-fied! I love those little birds.
    Brenda

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  20. That is a pretty vintage sunflower picture. It really suits your home well. I love the pretty door display you hung too. It sounds like you're having a heat wave where you live too. isn't it awful? I actually think you're hotter than we are. I'm glad to hear that your last camping trip was so nice. It will keep you coming back for sure.

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  21. What a gorgeous entryway - and that MIRROR - oh my gosh - that mirror !!!
    xox

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  22. Lovely. You have a distinctive style that I really enjoy. Happy Summer.

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  23. Debra, I love sunflowers for a fun transition from summer to Fall. Your entry Is beautiful and I love that mirror with the gorgeous reflection! I'm also drooling over that sheep canvas. Thanks for sharing with SYC.
    hugs,
    Jann

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  24. Hi Debra! That camping trip you took over the weekend sounds really nice! I love the idea of setting up right next to the water. Your entryway looks really pretty, love the pops of yellow with the sunflowers in the print and the vase and your front door. I am kinda sad that summer is almost over and we are talking about fall and pumpkins:). Thanks so much for sharing your beautiful entryway at Dream. Create. Inspire. link. I hope you are having a great week, take care, Tara

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