A couple of years ago I designed this small warm and cozy conversation room just off our dining room to enjoy with guests after dinner in the winter months. Our home has an open floor plan here in Vermont and this space was really looking for something special. Antique Pine Hutch I found this pine…
Create a cozy living room atmosphere with fireplace built-ins. Learn how to decorate your bookshelves with classic vintage and neutral styles using thrifted finds. What Are Fireplace Built-Ins? Fireplace built-ins refer to custom-made structures or cabinets designed to surround and enhance a fireplace. These built-ins are typically constructed on either side of the fireplace and…
Welcome to our small cozy ranch home nestled away in the Green Mountains of Vermont! In a town that boasts an abundance of skiers, hikers of the Appalachian trail, kayakers, golfers, musicians, thespians, restaurant connoisseurs, and of course, leaf peepers seeking the ominous colors of Vermont’s fall foliage. Grab your favorite warm beverage because it’s…
As September winds down and the cooler temperatures set in, we say goodbye to our summer home in Maine and head back to our home in Vermont. I am really looking forward to all the Vermont fall colors this year, and I can’t wait to share it all with you! Thrifting with the Gals Round-Up…
Every Friday before Columbus Day | Indigenous Peoples’ Day weekend, Vermont kicks off with Vintage Market Days Vermont. One of the most popular weekends of the year here in New England, with thousands of leaf peepers visiting from all over the country to immerse themselves in all the vibrant colors of autumn. And Vermont always…
Doesn’t everyone love cozy couch moments? Blankets, pillows, fire in the fireplace, a good book, snack, drink, and a movie? A rainy day with your dog or cat? We are all about it here at Dabbling & Decorating! “This post may contain affiliate links which won’t change your price but will share some commission. Join…
Hutchins Antiques | Ogunquit, Maine This month, “Thrifting with the Gals” I started out with one of my favorite shops, Hutchins Antiques in Ogunquit, Maine looking for thrifted treasures. This second-hand shop is much larger than it looks from the outside and is a must if you ever find yourself in the area. Followed up…
Create an ideal outdoor living space with a rustic fire pit and stone patio. Discover the best designs and inspiration for your backyard living today. 8 Outdoor Living Ideas Outdoor living refers to the concept of extending your living space to the outdoors and creating functional and comfortable areas for relaxation, entertainment, and recreation. It…
Autumn’s Delight by Johnson Brothers is a beautiful scalloped brown and multicolor fruit pattern dishware set. I found this 8-piece serving set out “Thrifting with the Gals” one summer day in coastal Maine. The entire set was selling for just $65 at The Fabulous Find in Kittery, Maine. A quick Google search showed a 12-piece…