Baskets, boxes, and containers of all shapes and sizes. Somehow I’m always drawn to these as the answer to my untidiness. It’s a lovely way to hold on to all my stuff that I just can’t part with. For functionality and aesthetics you just can’t beat wire baskets. They have the perfect aged look and allow visibility of it’s contents. Because sometimes you do want to show it off. Here’s some great wire basket ideas from Wisteria.
- wire fruit basket
- wire trash basket
- wire glass holder
wire baskets
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Light, color, form, details. These are all important elements of photography. They’re also important elements of the shabby chic design style. Photographer Sandra Lane has an excellent eye for these things and captures the essence of shabby chic in her photographs.
Sandra Lane
Sandra Lane
Sandra Lane
Sandra Lane
Sandra Lane
Sandra’s photos can be viewed in a number of home decor and vintage collection books. I can’t find too much information about her, but she is represented by this site Sarah Kaye Represents.
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For as far back as I can remember I have loved furniture and decorating. To me, furniture is usable art and my home is the canvas to hold it all. Color, form and function appeal to this “hands on” gal. So, about six months ago I began this site dedicated to the [...]
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Your home workspace may be a corner in the dining room or you may have an entire room devoted to it. Function is the primary focus here, but there’s also room for style. If you’re wondering how to incorporate shabby chic furniture into the mix consider some of the following inspirational images.
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Every piece of furniture in the shabby chic home is meant to be used and the dining table is no exception. A simple, functional table that accommodates your entire family can create a relaxed atmosphere and encourage lively conversation.
The country farm table is a good example of shabby chic furniture. It is sturdy [...]
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Shabby Chic Interiors: My Rooms, Treasures, and Trinkets
Rachel Ashwell created Shabby Chic: a peaceful, practical way of living that embraces a respect for the things in our lives we hold dear and keeps them at the heart of our homes. Romantic florals reclining against pure white linen, ruffles of muslin skirting a bed base against bleached floorboards, the deep comfort of a simple nest of fluffy towels...This is Rachel Ashwells signature style that for the past 20 years has been a major influence in our modern lives.
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