flowers and vintage mix




please excuse my tardiness and my over-exposed picture.






when jane and nita throw a party you know i try my best to be on time.


so pardon me for being late.



are you allowed to attend two parties at the same time?  i hope so because that is what i'm doing.




i've got gorgeous green hydrangeas freshly dried from my garden and they are on a very old solid maple dresser that i bought about 20 years ago for $8.  my boys have always used it and it's been every color in the rainbow and had more stickers on it than i could count.  it's kind of sentimental to me when i think back to all the times i yelled at them to pick their clothes up off the floor and put them away.  which they rarely did btw.




that's an alabaster bird feeder that holds my vintage turquoise and the lamp looks old but it is new from urban outfitters.  the vintage clock and the newish little picture frame holding a picture of stella completes the arrangement.




you may recognize this fabric and think i'm overdoing it and normally i'd probably agree with you except in this case because in this case...i LOVE this fabric.

now that i've said it out loud and have it throughout my house i'll probably be sick of it by next week.  i sure hope not.



so i think (and you can correct me nita if i'm wrong) that by mixing the vintage pieces with the fresh flowers and the new pottery barn headboard that this is a mod vintage mix!

did i ever tell you that i got my pottery barn sofa and this headboard from our american express rewards points?  i did and it only took 20 years.


mod vintage life
&
small but charming


have a great big beautiful week you guys.




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  1. Sue/the view from great islandSeptember 26, 2011 at 5:26 PM

    Love your photo/art wall, the green hydrangeas, and the bird bath...I want to sleep there!

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  2. Michelle HughesSeptember 26, 2011 at 5:46 PM

    I have said it once and I will say it again... you make me want to simplify... your home is so beautiful and well edited!
    xo~ Michelle

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  3. Sharon ParkerSeptember 26, 2011 at 5:48 PM

    What a lovely and delightful combination of elements. And I love that fabric, too!

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  4. Honeycomb Creative Co.September 26, 2011 at 5:54 PM

    I loooove your headboard!! Every detail of your room is perfect, as always. Have a great night!
    Courtney

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  5. flwrjaneSeptember 26, 2011 at 6:04 PM

    Well here you are, now we can break out the bubbly.

    Of course you can go to 2 parties at one time. that's what blogging is all about!

    All looks lovely. Always worth while waiting for you.

    xo Jane

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  6. KathySeptember 26, 2011 at 6:04 PM

    love your blog and that you are vegan! you always keep everything real ... look forward to your posts,
    your home is totally lovely, simply beautiful every room, kitchen, living and bedroom!

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  7. A Few PenniesSeptember 26, 2011 at 6:08 PM

    I'm so in love with this room. I may need to copy some of your ideas pleeeeze--beautiful!

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  8. AnonymousSeptember 26, 2011 at 6:09 PM

    better late than never . . .

    I love this room - so simple and so elegant. Just like you! :)

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  9. An Urban CottageSeptember 26, 2011 at 6:34 PM

    We were getting worried about you! Great flowers. I can't bring myself to cut mine yet.

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  10. BonnieSeptember 26, 2011 at 6:44 PM

    As always, everything is perfectly put together and lovely. I always believe if you love something you should immerse yourself.

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  11. hostess of the humble bungalowSeptember 26, 2011 at 7:22 PM

    Janet you are a social butterfly...party on!
    Love the vintage feel of these images...

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  12. Princess and the PeaceSeptember 26, 2011 at 7:56 PM

    Your bedroom is a beautiful reminder of how important it is to edit. I feel more relaxed just looking at it!

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  13. The Vintique ObjectSeptember 26, 2011 at 8:25 PM

    Here's what I do when I look at pictures of your house: Big deep breath and sigh with happiness.

    I'm not kidding!

    Love me a good dose of black in a room. Also, that sconce above your bed is totally perfect. Shape, size, finish and all.

    Camille

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  14. Jacqueline~Cabin and CottageSeptember 26, 2011 at 9:12 PM

    Yeah, that fabric in this room makes my heart stop!!! Gorgeous! Yummy yum yum!

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  15. Semi ExpatSeptember 26, 2011 at 11:44 PM

    Am sure you are allowed to attend two parties at once - we can do anything we like in blogland. I LOVE your chest of drawers and the fact that it holds so many memories too. Green hydrangea heads are one of my favourites and I am sure you will never tire of that great fabric. To answer your question, yes, I am very pleased to be here back in England in my darling little cottage. Lots to be done though. May do a post about it all - such a hard situation being in two places (Australia and UK) and not knowing really what will happen in the long term. Have a great week Janet. XXX

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  16. the fishermans cottageSeptember 27, 2011 at 3:07 AM

    What a very lovely room, full of wonderful textures x

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  17. AnonymousSeptember 27, 2011 at 7:20 AM

    love your style! and, didn't know you could use am exp points for pb? wow!!!

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  18. LANASeptember 27, 2011 at 8:30 AM

    It all looks beautiful.

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  19. DaniBPSeptember 27, 2011 at 8:45 AM

    I love the fabric too. You won't tire of it as it is so neutral.
    Your house looks so lovely and clean. I'm going to go do some dusting now!

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  20. for the love of a houseSeptember 27, 2011 at 9:07 AM

    so pretty!!! I love the pillow in here, and nice job on the sewing!

    xojoan

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  21. pve designSeptember 27, 2011 at 9:13 AM

    looks like a perfectly proper party in that room to me.
    had to chuckle as our bed will be from amex points. I think it took 25 years.
    pve

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  22. LynneSeptember 27, 2011 at 10:00 AM

    First time visit . . . and what a treat. I recently did my own 333. Refreshing to say the least. I need to have someone do pics of me . . .

    Thank you for ideas!
    Lynne

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  23. annie@mostlovelythingsSeptember 27, 2011 at 10:03 AM

    Janet-so many things I love here that I want to comment on ...first, I actually love the over exposed photo, it looks artsy and makes your new pillow really pop. I love your collage wall and have mentioned that a few times, but this perspective allows us to see the drawing of what looks like a robot? Is this the work of one of your sons, I'm wondering. I can imagine how sentimental your dresser is the way you've described it. The little vignette you've created on top is just beautiful as is the view out your window. Your hydrangea is gorgeous and I did think that lamp was something you found at a flea market or thrift store....and of course the adorable photo of Stella. It's all so pretty and inspiring!! xo annie

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  24. Julie of Monkey Grass HillSeptember 27, 2011 at 10:12 AM

    It looks really pretty. Everything! I have one of those bird feeders and I keep asking people what the original purpose for them was - do you know?

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  25. Susan TinerSeptember 27, 2011 at 10:26 AM

    What a pretty bedroom. I love it that the dresser is the one your kids used.

    My kids never picked their clothes up off the floor either.

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  26. MadeliefSeptember 27, 2011 at 11:15 AM

    Hi Janet,

    You have such a pretty bedroom. I like the wall with all the prints. It looks fabulous!

    Have a lovely day,

    Madelief x

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  27. JenniferSeptember 27, 2011 at 12:25 PM

    I love that print. Makes me want to start over.Ha Ha.

    Also,I was wondering. If you get a chance can you tell me what you eat for snacks throughout day for a pick me up - the vegan way? Love to get ideas.

    Also, the Ralph Lauren Book? I want to get one but there are many to choose from. Do you know exact title?

    THANKS so much. I love it when you post.I look at my GOOGLE reader and see if you've posted first thing!

    THanks! Jennifer

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  28. Fiona FerrisSeptember 27, 2011 at 12:44 PM

    I always love looking at pictures of your home, and how that we have bought a house I am even happier to see your lovely style. I adore the floral on your bed and in the living room.

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  29. LauraSeptember 27, 2011 at 12:46 PM

    Just found your site. Love it! I am a vegetarian and your being vegan is what initially caught my attention. I've looked around the site and think its just great! And I love herringbone too!

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  30. ClaudiaSeptember 27, 2011 at 4:30 PM

    Lovely, of course. I will never get tired of that fabric so have at it!

    xo
    Claudia

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  31. LRS4AMANDASeptember 27, 2011 at 8:11 PM

    Love the hydrangeas and your collection of beautiful things on your dresser. Your bedroom looks so relaxing...

    I too have an old dresser. It was mine growing up and I painted it white for my daughter's bedroom. After she moved out I painted it a blue-gray color.

    Gotta love those reward points...I get mine from Discover and have earned many gift cards over the years. My last one was from Pottery Barn as well, but it was not enough $ to buy a sofa or headboard! :)

    Linda

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  32. Nita StacySeptember 28, 2011 at 3:20 AM

    I love it and it's a great Mod Vintage Mix! What a pretty room. As always your house is so lovely.

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  33. the gardener's cottageSeptember 28, 2011 at 7:38 AM

    jennifer, thanks and it is the ralph lauren 25 anniv book. it's huge, costs a fortune and i'd never own it if my son hadn't bought it for me. but i love it. vegan snacks? i did a post awhile back on some of my favorites. but off-hand, peanut butter and jam sandwiches, olives, fruit, veggies dipped in trader joes goddess dressing. i'm crazy for nuts in the shell these days.

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  34. JenniferSeptember 28, 2011 at 7:51 AM

    Thanks so much Janet. I'll check the book out. Also, thanks for snacks ideas. I'll have to go through and see if I can see your post on your blog about snacks. I've been obsessed over your blog and looked through all posts but must have missed it. Just love your simple, fresh, way of life. Something I'm striving for. Thanks again.
    Jennifer

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  35. JenniferSeptember 28, 2011 at 7:57 AM

    P.S. I saw the Oreos comment. LOL. Good to know! :)

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  36. Ricki TreleavenSeptember 28, 2011 at 5:32 PM

    Your house is so pretty. I love all the textures and neutral colors, but I like your wall gallery most of all! I am visiting from Mod Mix Monday.

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  37. stuffialmostboughtSeptember 29, 2011 at 5:05 AM

    I'm in love with that lamp!! Gorgeous! I think a weekend of some hard-core decluttering is in store for me after seeing your simple but exquisite decor.

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  38. DanOctober 2, 2011 at 2:39 AM

    Your home always looks so calm and peaceful, Janet. The fabric makes a beautiful cushion too.
    Dan
    -x-

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  39. Nita StacyOctober 3, 2011 at 4:54 PM

    So pretty...I had to feature today on Mod Mix Monday!

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  40. hyOctober 9, 2011 at 1:31 AM

    Love your style

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