Welcome to our Coastal Maine Home Tour! A Raeside-Dame home that was built for my parents in 1992 by Raeside and Dame, who built reproduction Early American homes along the Seacoast. Characteristics like softwood pine flooring, open beams, antique door latches, cedar shake siding, wood countertops, a fireplace, slanted ceilings, and more. My parents built…
Discover the convenience of Zipper Bedding from Beddys. Transform your room in attic truss into a glamorous and cozy retreat. Zipper Bedding Zipper bedding is a convenient and innovative bedding solution that incorporates a zipper closure system to make bed-making and changing sheets easier and more efficient. It is especially popular among children and teenagers,…
Thrifting for treasures is one of my favorite things to do! I love looking for vintage finds to enhance our home in both Maine and Vermont. So when Ashley over At Home with Ashley in Utah asked me to go thrifting with her virtually, I couldn’t say YES fast enough! How fun this would be to go thrifting in New England with Ashley!
Today I walked into a home that my parents called home for almost 30 years. A home they built in their 70s called a Raeside-Dame in coastal Maine. It is a replica of an old Downeast New England home built by two gentlemen, Raeside & Dame. It is a home they adored and is now…
Happy New Year friends! Can you believe it’s 2020? WOW! And to start off this New Year, I’m excited to introduce you to my absolute favorite candles created by Antique Candle Co. What makes them a favorite? Every Antique Candle Co. candle is made with wax from natural, domestically grown soybeans and a hand-picked blend of…
Living in Vermont and home decor have always been my dream and passion. And I am so grateful for each of you who follows along, joins me on the blog, and engages with many amazing and supportive comments. I sure hope Dabbling & Decorating has been an inspiration for you! Today I am adding one more…
Add a vintage flair to your summer celebrations with a patriotic centerpiece featuring vintage tennis rackets, flags, and white hydrangeas. Decorating with vintage tennis rackets can add a unique and nostalgic touch to your patriotic decor this summer season. These classic pieces not only celebrate the sport’s timeless charm but also blend seamlessly with red,…
Do you love old suitcases but are unsure what to do with them? With a little paint and creativity, you can breathe new life into a vintage suitcase. Learn how to transform old luggage into unique and stylish decor. Vintage Suitcase A vintage suitcase refers to an older or antique style of luggage that was…
For crafty beginners, create a fun vintage Christmas display using a thrifted tabletop bust form. Easy styling tips and holiday charm await! Bring festive charm to your holiday decor this season with a thrifted vintage Christmas twist! Styling a tabletop bust form is the perfect way to showcase your creativity while adding a unique, nostalgic…