I put this shelf up in the breakfast room last August and I love it here and I love the whole wall arrangement. It isn't going to change because if I put one more hole in this wall it will probably fall down. lol However when I did the post this week for TTT and for Sheila's Heart Of The Home party, I suddenly realized that I had never changed the shelf display. Since I am know to change my vignettes every 10 minutes, this just amazed me. I still liked it, but really it is time for a change.
I'm still on a yellow kick for spring, so yellow had to stay.
My little frenchy rooster cache pot filled with ivy was a new addition, as well as the marble pear.
Love this pig plate, so he had to join in the fun.
Everyone needs an orange rooster, so of course mine had to stay.
Fun for a change and I have something new to look at.
No matter what I do to the shelf, my favorite thing will always be this picture.
An inexpensive print that's been hanging in my house for over 30 years, and one of my favorite treasures ever. The frame was one of those old gesso and gold ones you see all the time with half of the gesso cracked and gone. I just soaked it in water and then scraped it all off. A ton of work, but so worth it when I found all this fabulous wood underneath. A little stain and satin finish was all that it needed. Turned out to be a real treasure and perfect for the print.
With the shelf redone, I thought the table needed to get a new look. This is the before.
Since most everything you see are thrifty treasures, I am linking to the following parties:
Open House Party @ No Minimalist Here
Transformation Thursday @ The Shabby Chic Cottage
Thrifty Thursday @ Tales From Bloggeritaville
Treasures and Trinkets Thursday @ My Cottage Charm
Feathered Nest Friday @ French Country Cottage
Home Sweet Home Friday @ The Charm Of Home
Vintage Inspiration Friday @ Common Ground
Thanks so much for stopping by, I always look forward to your visits.
That's not like you at all, Marty! I can't believe you haven't done anything on this shelf for awhile! : ) Love that little rooster cache pot.
ReplyDeleteYou have some great pieces and I love what you did as you changed things up a little. The pops of yellow are great and I love the tool box. I like to use special items like that in my decorating. It means so much more if the item has a personal meaning or history. Happy Spring Ya'll!
ReplyDeleteMarty, love the change!
ReplyDeleteI really love the fact that the tool box was your Dad's, that is so wonderful, I'm glad you have fond memories of him carrying it!
I love this post!
You have such wonderful sweet things,love the fruit too.
~Jo
Lazy on Loblolly
I love what you've done with the fruit. It's cute how the pear "fell" out.
ReplyDeleteIt was out of your visual field Marty. I love the orange rooster and I am all about yellow! hugs♥olive
ReplyDeleteVery pretty, Marty! I love the artichoke and the tureen. They pop up there amongst all the colors!
ReplyDeleteHow sweet to have your father's toolbox...I'm sure you will always treasure it!
XO,
Jane
The first thing I honed in on was that great bee skep. After that, my eyes just enjoyed all the changes. I love that picture too and would treasure it.
ReplyDeleteAnd I really love the use of your dad's old tool box. Makes me want to ask my my what happened to my own father's box.
Love your roosters Marty. What a treasure having your father's tool box, that is so special. Everything looks so pretty!
ReplyDeleteLooks good Marty!!I love that little wicker beehive! Martina
ReplyDeleteOh...you haven't changed the shelf in forever? That's hard to believe! :)
ReplyDeleteI love what you've done and yes, you were so artsy letting the little pear fall out the basket! :)
Your Daddy's tool box looks wonderful with the sunflowers in it! I want a tool box! :)
Be a sweetie,
Shelia ;)
Everything looks wonderful. I love that orange rooster so much!
ReplyDeleteI also love your dad's old toolbox. I bought one last year at an antique mall, but I love that yours was once your dads...now it's a true treasure.
Your always good at changing things up Marty!
ReplyDeleteFun to do....and the results make you feel like something wonderful just was accomplished!
Enjoy the new lovliness...xoxo~Kathy @
Sweet Up-North Mornings...
So nice, I like all the creamers in a row hanging around.
ReplyDeleteMarty, you are such an inspiration to me! I finally got around to posting about the beautiful blue candlesticks I won in you wonderful giveaway. I did a spring vignette with them on my fireplace. If you get a chance, I'd love for you to come over and check it out! Your home is so beautiful and I love how you use older items to decorate with. I see so many who just have to have the newest thing that's all the rage and forget about classic treasures that have sentimental value. You rock, girlfriend!!
ReplyDeleteHugs,
Donna
Hi Marty, Your revamped shelf is so pretty and filled with interesting pieces like that bee skep which I saw right away and of course the orange rooster! I think your dad's tool box is the most special thing. I miss my own dad so much. Your piggy dish is a fun surprise piece with all the barnyard fowl! Linda
ReplyDeleteI like that you have your Dad's toolbox out on display. It looks great with the yellow flowers. Yellow just says spring!
ReplyDeleteYour makeover looks great! I love the touches of yellow and the new flowers!
ReplyDeleteHow special to have your dad's tool box. Love the yellow punch for your table and the shelf looks great. ~ Sarah
ReplyDeleteVery beautiful. I love seeing your picture of the old man praying. It is so beautiful. I wish I had a place to put the same picture. Your shelf is gorgeous. . . but I absolutely love the tool box. My Grandpa had one about the same. I wish I had it. It is wonderful to have those precious memories. Your home is a beautiuful showplace. I love visiting your blog. . Thank you for sharing. Hugs, Karie
ReplyDeleteMarty, it is beautiful as always. I vote you queen of the vignettes! Everything you touch is just wonderful. This whole arrangement is so peaceful. I love the praying man, it makes one stop and think of giving thanks as we sit down. God Bless you.
ReplyDeletehi Marty - I love that you've used your dad's tool box for flowers. how inspired!
ReplyDeletehappy spring (we're heading into autumn! getting cool here now)
cheers Fiona
http://lilyfieldlife.blogspot.com/
Marty,
ReplyDeleteI love your changes. That is a wonderful shelf you have and that wall is a favorite of mine. The picture is so precious.
Thanks for showing us your changes.
Kathy
It all looks lovely but wow do I love that picture.....YES love it..its kind of sad yet so peaceful...hope you are well! x0
ReplyDeleteMarty, you never cease to amaze me! You must never sleep! If you do, I bet you are decorating in your sleep! LOL!
ReplyDeleteThis is all beautiful! I love your dad's tools box, sweet memory!
Katherine
great idea for the toolbox. Just love your shelf no matter what you have on it, its great!
ReplyDeleteIt all looks great, Marty! Love the colors and the toolbox with the sunflowers.
ReplyDeleteI got tickled when you said the wall may fall down. I have lots of holes hidden behind things, too. Love that shelf and love your little white pitchers. I can't seem to get enough of white pitchers in all sizes lately.
ReplyDeleteI love you little changes! The shelf is wonderful and your collection is great. You do a great job of layiing it all out! I'm terrible about moving things and popping nails in the wall..I worry about it too! I was admiring your white pitchers since I've had my eye out for one for myself. I love how you hooked them on there..very cute!
ReplyDeleteThe shelf looks great and I do love that sassy rooster.
ReplyDeleteBut my favorite thing is your father's toolbox with the sunflowers. What a special treasure and a lovely way to display it.
Lovely, Marty! I wish I could accesorize the way you do!
ReplyDeleteLove the tool box with sunflowers.MArty, and I like all the new changes also...Christine
ReplyDeleteLooks amazing Marty, you have such a great eye for decor. My grandfather, who was a pastor, had that picture hanging in his kitchen for as long as I can remember. Good memories.
ReplyDeleteSweet! Love the Sunflowers!!!!
ReplyDelete~Liz
Your home is so lovely, Marty!
ReplyDeleteI also have that print, mine is a painting. He is in my library! It is one of my favorites!
xoxo
Andie
So nicely done and always a pleasure to visit you.
ReplyDeleteVery appealing transformation.. it looks great Marty ... it is always a nice trip to your blog... specially love the sunflower basket ... And hanging china is marvelous...
ReplyDeleteI would love if you please peek a little at
http://craftaworld.blogspot.com/
Sure you will find a crafty project of your choice from my library…
Love
Farah
It's very sweet--both the before and after! I do love how the sunflowers brightened up the room.
ReplyDeleteIt looks great! I like the sunny yellow....so springy. :) Thanks so much for linking up your re-arranging!
ReplyDeleteHave a great week!
missy
I thought my favorite was the orange rooster until I got to the painting, it is wonderful. I can see why it is your favorite, it speaks to me!
ReplyDeleteI gasped when I saw that picture! My mother had the same one hanging in our dining room when I was growing up. I was flooded with family memories when I saw it-one of my favorite things , too! Thanks for sharing!!
ReplyDeleteEverything looks so bright and springy. I love the sunflowers in the old toolbox. I have ones that belonged to my Father and Grandfather. I treasure them. I need to do some displays with them sometime. ~~Sherry~~
ReplyDeleteI like how you added the pops of color along with the whites. So pretty!
ReplyDeleteIt is amazing how a few changes make a whole room look different! I love the toolbox!
ReplyDeleteMarty,
ReplyDeleteI love your Dad's old tool box the best!1 What a treasure!!
Your shelf is just darling and I do love that picture too!!
Hugs,
Debbie
I absolutely love your wall vignette! Spring truly has sprung.
ReplyDeleteHave a wonderful weekend.
Marty,
ReplyDeleteLighter and brighter for Spring . . .I'm loving those Sunflowers on the table! My favorite homegrown flower here on the prairie! Lovely post!
Fondly,
Pat
hi Marty!
ReplyDeleteThat frame is indeed lovely, and I just adore your use of your father's toolbox!
happy weekend,
joan
Hi Marty! The shelf, and the display around it, are my favorite things in your home. Every time I see your shelf I want one just like it. The tool box and flowers are wonderful. Thanks for joining my party and for the tip on removing gesso.
ReplyDeletexo,
Sherry
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ReplyDeleteHi Marty~ I am loving the new look for your shelf~ it is quite charming and love the tool carrier with the flowers- beautiful! Thanks for sharing at FNF! :
ReplyDeleteHi Marty~ I am loving the new look for your shelf~ it is quite charming and love the tool carrier with the flowers- beautiful! Thanks for sharing at FNF! :
ReplyDeleteYou have some beautiful things! Love all the arrangements and of course the rooster. (love roosters)
ReplyDeleteMarty,
ReplyDeleteI am loving the changes. The little bee skep and the tool box filled with sunflowers is perfect for spring and summer. Very pretty! Thanks for linking up!
Sherry
I think you change things more often than Kim over at Savvy Southern!! LOL
ReplyDeleteI love the fresh new look...very pretty & I also love that beautiful new-to-you silver tray. Wish I'd find one like it!
BTW, your beautiful painting is called Grace by Eric Enstrom. A true treasure, that's for sure. So poignant!
forgot to say the state of MN made it their state's official painting. Eric is from Bovey, MN. & it was a photo that he took.
ReplyDeletehttp://www.gracebyenstrom.com/