Thursday, September 29, 2011

Sprucing things up! Part II Master Bath

We are really sprucing things up here at the blue cottage.... Bet you are wondering why? 

Fall is a time of renewal.... Doing way with the old things in the past for exchange for something new that's more exciting!!   

Our master bath was in need of a paint job. We recently painted the master bedroom here and here so I am still in the process of finishing the master bath and sprucing things up a bit. 


The last time the bathroom had a fresh coat of paint was in 2008 when we were on the Home & Garden Tour... we were also featured in Creative Home shortly after click here to see post... 

If you look at this post I may not go back with so much stuff on the walls- maybe enjoy the paint and the simplicity for a minute or two....  

Here is where I am as of tonight..... 




Loving the freshly painted walls above the bath... I did have picture frames and had my collection of vintage razors hanging in the frames... enjoying simple now...


Thinking of add new bathroom lights across the top of the vanity... Need more of a statement have my eye on a new fixture!


These cabinets were custom built off site in pieces and brought in ... love the crystal knobs.. 


I love beadboard, concrete garden angel is my fav!!  This display is really not worked yet.. bear with me... maybe next week!!


Addicted to vintage apothecary jars and sweet shelves!  


Addicted to chandeliers, I love bling!! You knew that.... if you follow my blog... 


 A magazine rack from goodwill few years back... still love it (looks like i may need to dust!) 


Simply done... my favorite colors... black and white!!

for lots and lots of posts on the blue cottage go here!! 

Thanks for stopping by - share your thoughts! 
Valarie 



Wednesday, September 28, 2011

Dreaming....

Adding to the wish travel list for the upcoming holiday to the Cottages at Cabot Cove... All pictures are compliments of Cabot Cove - Go here to find more WOW!!  

Harbor Cottage: Cottage 10Harbor Cottage: Cottage 10Sunset Cottage: Cottage 5Sunset Cottage: Cottage 5Infatuation: Cottage 15Harbor Cottage: Cottage 10Sunset Cottage: Cottage 5Sunset Cottage: Cottage 5Sandpiper: Cottage 12Infatuation: Cottage 15Infatuation: Cottage 15


Sleepy Hollow: Cottage 14Sleepy Hollow: Cottage 14Sleepy Hollow: Cottage 14Sandpiper: Cottage 12Sleepy Hollow: Cottage 14

Monday, September 26, 2011

Sprucing things up!


We have had these white cottage lanterns since the day we moved in 9 years ago..  


I was looking for something carriage style... wanted a brushed pewter finish so I would not have to change out the door hardware. 




Ya like?  Purchased at Lowe's.. they have plenty more for you!! 
Hugs.. 
Valarie  

Friday, September 23, 2011

TODAY....

This afternoon I will be packing up and heading down to East Texas to attend the high school Homecoming Game where my daughter is teaching and my sweet GRANDson is attending middle school. If you all follow my blog you know I have been heartbroken, in the adjustment period without them here in town.  

I miss the daily memories, Thursday night Mimi, laughter, their hugs, the way they call my name "MIMI"... 




See why I miss them? 

Holler back tomorrow! 
Valarie 

Thursday, September 22, 2011

Save the Date!!

McKinney Oktoberfest Logo
Plan to come to my town this week-end!

McKinney  Oktoberfest 2011 Historic Downtown McKinney Friday, Sept. 23 - 4 p.m.  Saturday, Sept. 24 10 a.m. - 11 p.m.  McKinney, Texas meets Bavaria as Oktoberfest 2011 comes to life in Historic Downtown McKinney. This family-friendly event kicks off on Friday, September 23 and will continue through Saturday, September 24. Guests can enjoy authentic German beer, wine and all of the German cuisine!! 


See you there!! 
Valarie  

Wednesday, September 21, 2011

C'mon Fall!!!

Photo compliments of Pinterest
Have a great day!

Valarie 

Sunday, September 18, 2011

WE SURVIVED PARENT WEEK-END!

Parent weekend was great... Took tons of pictures of son Jonathan and friends! We had a blast hanging out at his apartment eating pizza watching football, touring the engineering department, learning all about the SURF grant he is writing and attending the game last night.. HOGS vs Troy! WOO PIG SOOIE!  

LOML and I did have a second to enjoy Lake Fort Smith where we parked the gypsy trailer.. All the other lots were super crowded, we opted for bit more relaxing retreat.  Cool nights, cool mornings perfect place for your first cup of coffee!  We did enjoy a heavy thunderstorm last night, first time we have been in a storm in the trailer...  



sunrise 

beautiful pavillion.. this is where we will have Jonathan's graduation party -- HOG '13! 


Mountains 

Calm water 

Glad to be home!!! 


Thursday, September 15, 2011

Arkansas Bound....


Holla back Sunday!! 
Valarie


Wednesday, September 14, 2011

all polished up!

Serendipity Gypsy had a wash and polish today.. we are getting here all spiffed up & ready to roll to parent weekend at University of Arkansas this weekend!  She will be parked among many let's just say very LARGE RV's, and motor coach buses!  Think we will fit in with our little vintage love!!  



They polished and polished and cleaned the windows sparkling!! 


woo pig sooie!!  
Valarie 


Monday, September 12, 2011

Home Sweet Motor Home!!

I found this sweet motor home makeover and I had to share with you!! Go here to her adorable blog!

You must check out the before pictures!! 



Hope you enjoyed the tour... be still my heart... Pop over and say hello! 
  
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