Shabby Chic Home Blog

Holding It All

shabbychichomeblog — Tue, 09 Mar 2010 16:19:59 +0000

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

Photographing Shabby Chic

shabbychichomeblog — Fri, 26 Feb 2010 16:07:29 +0000

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’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.

End of the line?

shabbychichomeblog — Wed, 24 Feb 2010 21:08:31 +0000

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 unique style of shabby chic, one of my faves. Trouble is, I also have many other interests and hobbies, not to mention being a busy mom of two great kids. I just don’t have the time to keep this site active, but I would hate to see it disappear. So I’m wondering if any of my readers would be interested in taking it on? I’ve put a lot of work into the page rankings and backlinks, now it just needs someone to continue the blog. For details of the inclusives of this sale, visit this page Blog Sale Details.

Carey Elaine

Finding Your Perfect Desk

shabbychichomeblog — Sun, 20 Sep 2009 16:25:44 +0000

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.

The above workspace from flickr pairs a modern modular desk with a vintage chair, lamp, and mirror. It offers lots of storage for files, etc. Alternatively, the table style desk below offers less storage but might be more your style. The classic style table has a clean white top while the details are in the table legs. Image from flickr.

Finally, if decoration is more important than having lots of workspace, consider a vintage writing desk. This desk has been sanded to reveal the wood and can be used as is or repainted in neutral tones to match your style. From flickr.

Shabby Chic Furniture – Dining Tables

shabbychichomeblog — Mon, 31 Aug 2009 17:38:39 +0000

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 and grounding and able to withstand most any stress your family can put it through.

Add some sturdy chairs with washable cushions or slipcovers (the kids like to use them as a napkin), and you won’t have to worry all through dinner that your furniture is soon to be ruined.

The shabby chic table can be dressed up for special occasions with a luxurious tablecloth, candles, and fine dishes.

Shabby chic table images courtesy of Rachel Ashwell’s Shabby Chic and CountryLiving.com

New Magazine Flea Market Style

shabbychichomeblog — Sun, 23 Aug 2009 14:39:20 +0000

Much of the appeal of creating a shabby chic home lies in finding one of a kind vintage treasures. Flea markets offer a perfect opportunity for you to dig around and uncover a neglected piece of furniture, just waiting to be dusted off, freshened up, and debuted in your living room! (If you haven’t experienced flea market shopping, be forewarned, it’s quite addicting!)

If you’re already addicted or even if you’re just curious about flea market style, then you’ll want to be hanging around your local magazine rack in the spring of 2010. A new magazine, entitled Flea Market Style will be debuting. It promises to give you advice on collecting, it will highlight vintage style decorating, and even include some projects for you to try.

The designers who started this magazine are Ki Nassauer and Matthew Mead, and Linda MacDonald of the Restyled Home chronicles it all in the Flea Market Style Magazine Blog.

Flea Market Style Magazine