It’s so easy to become inspired by all the ski lodge Christmas decor when you have a home in the mountains of Vermont. This year, the look I’m going for in our home is that ski lodge-inspired Christmas decor look. Vintage skis, boots, evergreens, ice skates, snowshoes, and a simple Charlie Brown Christmas tree with…
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…
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…
Step into autumn with Johnson Brothers’ Autumn Delight china dinnerware. Explore the vintage charm and fall decor ideas in this blog post. Is autumn a season for vintage? Yes, although I shop and decorate with vintage year-round, autumn is the time for all the fabulous outdoor vintage markets, craft fairs, antique shows, auctions, and more—especially…
This month I hit up some great thrifting in both Vermont and Maine. My old standby, The Cottage by the Brook in Vermont did not disappoint. If you are joining me from over at Kristi from French Creek Farmhouse welcome! I love all of Kristi’s amazing vintage finds and how she decorates with them in…
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…
Learn how to create a stunning vintage centerpiece using a cute wire basket and fresh-cut wildflowers. This centerpiece will add a touch of rustic charm to your home decor. My favorite second-hand shop, The Cottage by the Brook in Walpole, NH, recently reopened for the season, and I was thrilled to stop by on a…
Transform your garden with a vintage garden cupboard filled with terra-cotta pots. Add a touch of nostalgia to your outdoor space. Hi friends, what is better than a few vintage terra-cotta pots and an old garden cupboard for spring and summer? Well, maybe A LOT of terra-cotta pots in a distressed cupboard that your 99-year-old father made…