Tuesday, March 8, 2011

Adding Whimsy...

Because the doorway just needed a little something!



BEFORE


I added a pair of these pine brackets that I got from Home Depot for $7 each,
 painted them white and then nailed them up, caulked and painted.

 AFTER

Here is the final product.  I think it adds a little fun to and otherwise functional space.This is the entry to my pantry/laundry room.  You can see more of what I have done in this room here.  I would like to find a cute screen door that is all worn and put it up.  I already know my husband is just going to love that idea...not really.  I am going to do some more in this little space and will show you soon.

  I have to get back to the farm now.  Spring planting is a critical time and I still have much to seed and sow.  I will update you on Friday will all that's in the ground and will talk about raised beds. 

Happy Tuesday!


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26 comments:

  1. Ricki TreleavenMarch 8, 2011 at 10:50 AM

    Caroline, I love it! I adore the chartreuse with the Courtly Check!!! Too, too cute!!!

    xoxoxo,
    Ricki Jill

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  2. EmilyMarch 8, 2011 at 3:00 PM

    It's a beautiful space, and adding the brackets was the perfect touch! Looking forward to your post on Friday!

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  3. KimMarch 8, 2011 at 6:01 PM

    Love it! I think a screen door would be fabulous. I just love the slap sound they make when they close.

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  4. Sweet Life GardenMarch 8, 2011 at 9:49 PM

    Caroline, You do know how to make everything look so lovely! Can't wait to see whats up at your little farm.
    Jill

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  5. foreverdecoratingMarch 9, 2011 at 5:47 AM

    I see you like black and white check and probably MacKenzie Childs. Check out my blog with a catagory of my MacKenzie Childs inspiration painting on the lower right sidebar! You won't be disappointed.

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  6. FRENCH LAUNDRYMarch 9, 2011 at 8:55 AM

    What a beautiful space. My little Yorkie has food dishes of that same MC check. LOVE IT!

    Thanks for stopping by to say hello!

    Judy

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  7. TootsieMarch 9, 2011 at 9:38 AM

    I just stumbled onto your blog and am really impressed with your site! I love it here and am now a new follower!

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  8. A Vintage VineMarch 9, 2011 at 9:54 AM

    I love that look! It really adds charm to the doorway!!! Love your colors, bright, cheery and inviting!

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  9. My Galveston CottageMarch 9, 2011 at 10:39 AM

    Everyone needs a little whimsy. It's like a smile; it makes you feel good!

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  10. Gayle from Vintage FarmhouseMarch 9, 2011 at 10:47 AM

    Such a nice touch for so little money. Love all the color in your home. Now what's the room with the horizontal stripes?

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  11. Mary Ann PickettMarch 9, 2011 at 11:34 AM

    I love it!! Your French music is great too.
    Mary Ann
    Following you.

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  12. UnknownMarch 9, 2011 at 11:44 AM

    I love it when a change like this can really create a whole new look. I have read it's always in the details..how true.
    Have a great day Caroline..I love this post.
    ~Shirley

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  13. KathyMarch 9, 2011 at 1:15 PM

    Love it! The colors and the whimsy! Very inspirational,
    Kathy

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  14. UnknownMarch 9, 2011 at 4:59 PM

    I love the transformation! So colorful and fun!
    Deb

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  15. very merry vintage styleMarch 9, 2011 at 6:21 PM

    Love the colors--I can imagine you always smiling every time you see that doorway! Thanks for linking up to my Share the Love party!
    Mary

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  16. UnknownMarch 9, 2011 at 6:45 PM

    Love it!

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  17. SLRMarch 9, 2011 at 8:25 PM

    i love that pop of green...looks great with the white and black!!

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  18. Sarah @ Modern Country StyleMarch 10, 2011 at 5:43 AM

    I love what you've done. IT's so cheerful and really captures your eye. I'm really impressed with your diy skills too!

    I'm your new follower.

    Sarahx

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  19. Ann-Marie ~ BramblyMarch 10, 2011 at 6:55 AM

    I just found your blog and I'm so glad I did. I love what you have done with color(my favorite colors). I'm your newest follower and I'm already enchanted by your blog. So well done. Pop over to Brambly and pay me a visit.Have a beautiful day!

    Ann-Marie

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  20. Ann-Marie ~ BramblyMarch 10, 2011 at 8:06 AM

    Thank you so much for visiting me at Brambly. I'm in love with the plaid wallpaper you have pictured above. Now, I'm going to check out your green and white striped lampshade.

    Ann-Marie

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  21. All Things Beautiful...March 10, 2011 at 9:52 AM

    i am a new follower, and charmed by your blog...i look forward to browsing through your past posts and new things to come...

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  22. TriciaMarch 10, 2011 at 1:54 PM

    J'adore! Great idea and lovely images. Your blog is such a bright and beautiful place.
    xo~
    T

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  23. Lylah LednerMarch 10, 2011 at 2:50 PM

    Carolyn....it's more than adorable! So creative.

    xoxo lylah

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  24. Verde FarmMarch 10, 2011 at 6:38 PM

    I just love this--a small change but adding so much style--so pretty :)

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  25. AnneMarch 13, 2011 at 11:13 AM

    Love it absolutely!! great color, great idea. Whimsy is an essential part of a home! If you have a moment, come visit my other blog Bird/Like, I added a bit about whimsy in the post on Insiration Journey (a party hosted by Modern Country Style, which I think you would enjoy!)

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  26. Alison @ The PolohouseMarch 29, 2011 at 6:55 PM

    Caroline,
    You are such an inspiration to me!
    I am starting to entertain the idea of putting
    in a vegetable garden this summer. Our bunnies are so large and greedy, I have always thought it
    would be too much of a battle! Now I am inspired again. :)
    Thanks for that!

    BTW.... I just passed a Stylish Blog Award on to you this evening on my blog. Please stop by soon and take it and share it as well!
    Thanks,
    Alison

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Thank you so much for your sweet comments!

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