Saturday, September 6, 2014

bit of a wall update

You may remember that I updated a space on my wall last winter. I shared it here. I was pretty happy with it, 

but, I sold the sign. Hooray, I love when I sell things, but that meant there was a vacant place that needed to be filled. I had this great white star made from tobacco sticks hanging over my bed. 


but, (lots of buts happening) I didn't have anything else I wanted to replace it with. Then I found something I loved at an auction, which I'll share at another time. 

So, up went the star over the old screen.


I kept the old window arrangement that I had originally,


but (there's another but) then I found something last week at the auction that I fell in love with. I originally planned to sell it, but I decided I didn't want to part with it for now.


It's a beautiful vintage organza and lace christening gown with a satin slip. I love it with the primitive window frame and antique wedding photo. 
 
So now I have an update to the wall, that I'm happy with for now.


Now all I have to do is find the energy for the rest of the room.

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15 comments
  1. SusieSeptember 6, 2014 at 12:44 PM

    Laura, That looks very good. I am the type that once I find a placement I hate to change it... I do not know why. You can make those stars with tree branches ans twine too. Blessings, xoxo,Susie

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    1. SImple and Serene LivingSeptember 6, 2014 at 12:59 PM

      Thanks, Susie. I'm always changing things around, and because I sell a lot of the things in my home I have to replace them. I've seen the stars made from branches. I love the rustic look of them :)

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  2. Kim@Snug HarborSeptember 6, 2014 at 5:47 PM

    That's pretty. I have the same problem - I buy stuff and think I'll sell it and then end up keeping it. What is wrong with me?

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    1. SImple and Serene LivingSeptember 6, 2014 at 6:22 PM

      I try not to beat myself up about it. A lot of the time I will eventually end up selling it, but if I didn't spend a lot for it then I just enjoy it. There is nothing wrong with enjoying things for yourself, Kim. :)

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  3. DebbySeptember 6, 2014 at 6:12 PM

    Love the star and the new christening gown. So nice.

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  4. camp and cottage livingSeptember 6, 2014 at 10:15 PM

    I like the new look, Laura. I'm glad you are keeping the gown to enjoy for yourself too.
    It's an rare find!

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  5. KellySeptember 6, 2014 at 10:42 PM

    That's such a pretty wall arrangement! Loved the street sign that you sold. I have that same wooden star too. It's in storage right now, but I will probably bring it out again in the future.

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    1. SImple and Serene LivingSeptember 7, 2014 at 5:15 AM

      My younger sister tries to steal that star from me when she comes to visit from Arizona. I have to keep an eye on her sticky fingers. LOL!

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  6. LindaSeptember 6, 2014 at 11:47 PM

    It is all beautiful! I love vintage things and wish they could talk and tell us their story.

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    1. SImple and Serene LivingSeptember 7, 2014 at 5:16 AM

      Me too, Linda. I would love to hear the story of that christening gown :)

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  7. Linda @ A La CarteSeptember 7, 2014 at 7:44 PM

    Laura it looks so pretty! I'm ready to do some Fall decorating this week!
    hugs,
    Linda

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  8. SImple and Serene LivingSeptember 7, 2014 at 7:53 PM

    I got more in the mood this morning when I went out for my walk and it was chilly. I guess the change of seasons is inevitable :)

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  9. MichelleSeptember 7, 2014 at 8:50 PM

    A beautiful arrangement. You really have the touch!

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