Thursday, January 10, 2013

New Year ~ New Vignette

Thank you all for the sweet & comforting comments you left me on the loss of our Toby. They mean so much!
 After finally getting all my Christmas stuff put away I was left with a clean slate, so I want to put things back a little differently. I started with the skirted table in my living room.
 I bought this pretty little majolica dish months ago on ebay and it's been sitting in a drawer ever since.
 Sorry for all the brightness near the window, the snows reflection made it very hard to get good photos.
 Here's what it looked like before...
 Please ignore the short panels, having both air vents there I can't puddle the panels to the floor they would block them. I am thinking of having another piece of fabric added just to bring it down to the floor. When I had the other chairs here it wasn't noticeable.
  I'll be back and show you how how I moved some of the seating around next!
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47 comments:

  1. StaceyJanuary 9, 2013 at 6:32 PM

    That looks really pretty Martina. I love your skirted table to start with and the goodies on top are great.

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  2. Anita at Cedar Hill January 9, 2013 at 6:35 PM

    Very pretty Martina, and I don't mind the short curtains at all. I love your chair and that darling lamp.

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  3. RonJanuary 9, 2013 at 6:37 PM

    Love your vignette, Martina! I love the vintage crown. xo

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  4. AnneJanuary 9, 2013 at 6:38 PM

    Pretty vignette Martina!I think your curtains look fine too!I get way picky like that when I am taking photos of my home.I see things differently than others because it's my home and I am my own worst critic!
    xx
    Anne

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  5. chateau chicJanuary 9, 2013 at 6:58 PM

    Very sweet vignette, Martina. I like the crown you put in the mix. I didn't even notice the curtain panels until you drew attention to them.
    Mary Alice

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  6. Shabby chic SandyJanuary 9, 2013 at 7:02 PM

    Love that dish--but really adore that crown! Where did you find that? It looks great :)

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  7. Laura @ duke manor farmJanuary 9, 2013 at 7:19 PM

    only you notice little things like that. Martina, I was so sad to hear about your beloved Toby. Losing a pet is hard but keeping his memories in heart will help with your sadness. Hugs for you!!

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  8. Shenita @ Embellishments by SLRJanuary 9, 2013 at 7:33 PM

    Martina, your new vignette looks great! LOVE that crown! Everything looks so pretty, as always!

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  9. Linda January 9, 2013 at 7:43 PM

    Martina I love that crown....
    Cute Vignette!!

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  10. SusanJanuary 9, 2013 at 7:45 PM

    Martina, your panels look fine!! Your vignette is beautiful. I love the little plate.

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  11. Shirley@Housepitality DesignsJanuary 9, 2013 at 7:58 PM

    Beautiful vignette Martina...looking forward to seeing your new seating arrangement!

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  12. Shirley@Housepitality DesignsJanuary 9, 2013 at 7:59 PM

    Beautiful vignette Martina...looking forward to seeing your new seating arrangement!

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  13. Kim @ Savvy Southern StyleJanuary 9, 2013 at 8:09 PM

    Looks great and I love that crown.

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  14. Sunflowers With SmilesJanuary 9, 2013 at 8:13 PM

    Lovely crown vignette!

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  15. Sissie's Shabby CottageJanuary 9, 2013 at 8:13 PM

    Looks pretty Martina. I love the little bunny majolica plate and the crown.

    hugs
    Sissie

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  16. Carlene @ Organized ClutterJanuary 9, 2013 at 8:27 PM

    Love the bunny plate and the little rusty crown too.

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  17. NanaDianaJanuary 9, 2013 at 8:29 PM

    You've dressed your clean slate very beautifully! I love it. I am sure your heart is still healing- xo Diana

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  18. UnknownJanuary 9, 2013 at 8:34 PM

    Hi Martina, I love your skirted table! I just ordered a new tablecloth from Ballard and can't wait to get it! About your drapes... you can buy those plastic vent covers that direct the air outward. We did that when we put the new drapes in the Kitchen Hearth room.

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  19. Kathy @ Creative Home ExpressionsJanuary 9, 2013 at 8:57 PM

    Pretty vignette, Martina! Love the crown {I have one just like it!} and the plant. I'm trying to do some different displays, too. Still playing though {and still looking for those things I put away for Christmas decorating that I can't find}.

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  20. At Rivercrest CottageJanuary 9, 2013 at 8:58 PM

    my daughter has plastic vent thingys that fit into the heat vents on her floor to direct the air away from the drapes. Just thought this might be available to you.

    Love that plate and the lamp next to it!

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  21. KristiJanuary 9, 2013 at 9:59 PM

    Looks beautiful! I love crowns as well and understand the curtain situation very well! I had to do the same in my old house. Sometimes function trumps form!

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  22. Moni - Zuhaus at HomeJanuary 9, 2013 at 11:12 PM

    Lovely vignette , Martina...love your pretties on top of the table!

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  23. Divine TheatreJanuary 10, 2013 at 12:49 AM

    Maybe some long fringe would look pretty on the drapes? I love every last detail!

    xo
    Andie

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  24. Heirloom treasuresJanuary 10, 2013 at 3:25 AM

    Your little vignette is lovely as is the plate.
    I am visiting from Have a Daily Cuppa:)

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  25. Maria ElenaJanuary 10, 2013 at 7:19 AM

    Martina, your vignette looks so pretty! It is so hard to decorate after taking the Holiday decor down. You are doing an excellent job! The green plate looks gorgeous next to the greenery and crown. Very, very pretty!

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  26. KellyJanuary 10, 2013 at 8:48 AM

    I love your new vignette! Majolica is so pretty. I can't beleive you had that cute plate in a drawer somewhere! LOL! I noticed that pretty crown too. Love that!

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  27. AudreyJanuary 10, 2013 at 9:19 AM

    That's so pretty, I love it. I know how you feel about the drapes, I wish I could puddle mine, they were actually designed that way, but they rest on vents...what was the builder thinking??? I ended up buying the 96 inchers and hanging them all the way up to the ceiling which is a good thing...they draw the eye up and make the ceilings look higher. Have a good one.

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  28. OliveJanuary 10, 2013 at 11:33 AM

    The bunny is darling. Not to mention the crown. It is oddly over 60 degrees here-I will take some snow:}

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  29. Penny from Enjoying The Simple ThingsJanuary 10, 2013 at 3:53 PM

    What a lovely vignette. Love the bunny plate.

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  30. Tammy @ A Walk in the CountrysideJanuary 10, 2013 at 4:22 PM

    Your vignette is so lovely! I have a set of bunny plates but mine are a little different for yours. I might need to pull mine out and display some! Blessings, Tammy

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  31. Donna@anangloinquébecJanuary 10, 2013 at 5:47 PM

    I love love the crown...so sweet.

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  32. GailJanuary 10, 2013 at 7:00 PM

    That looks really pretty Martina! I haven't had the time to change many vignettes around here but hopefully soon. Hope you have a wonderful weekend, Gail

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  33. Christine @ Stonehouse LivingJanuary 10, 2013 at 7:36 PM

    Hi Martina,
    Sweet little dish, love the bunny!
    Lovely new vignette...the natural light is just beautiful this time of year!
    All the Best,
    Christine

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  34. Leslie HarrisJanuary 10, 2013 at 10:31 PM

    Very pretty vignette. You've got such a good eye for combining objects. I have that crown and never thought of using it on a side table. Thanks for sharing Martina!
    Leslie (aka Gwen Moss)

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  35. Sweet WoodruffJanuary 10, 2013 at 11:05 PM

    Everything is beautiful. You have excellent taste. (I didn't even notice your short curtains). Found you through Share Your Cup.

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  36. Have a Daily Cup of Mrs. OlsonJanuary 11, 2013 at 9:48 AM

    Hi Martina, I really like the new look. The majolica plate is lovely and will carry so nicely into Spring. I know what you mean about the brihtness of the snow. But boy do I love that sunshine! Thanks for sharing with Share Your Cup.
    Hugs,
    Jann

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  37. Dee ⚜️⚜️⚜️⚜️⚜️January 11, 2013 at 1:57 PM

    It's a very pretty new look. I love the crown.
    I'm sorry for your loss :(

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  38. must love junkJanuary 11, 2013 at 5:22 PM

    Beautiful vignette! I too love the crown! I'm so sorry to hear about Toby-I wish you comfort!
    Susan

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  39. At The Picket FenceJanuary 11, 2013 at 5:45 PM

    It looks lovely Martina and I'm so sorry about the loss of your sweet Toby!
    Vanessa

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  40. Linda @ Life and LindaJanuary 11, 2013 at 7:05 PM

    So soft and pretty. I especially love the crown. Very sorry to hear about the loss of your Toby.

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  41. Denise MarieJanuary 11, 2013 at 7:58 PM

    Luv it

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  42. Ann from On Sutton PlaceJanuary 11, 2013 at 8:22 PM

    I love majolica and the bunny plate is perfect! Happy Weekend Martina...Ann

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  43. Custom ComfortsJanuary 11, 2013 at 9:01 PM

    Love your sweet bunny majolica plate! It looks so lovely displayed on your side table and perfect for the anticipation of spring.
    Cindy

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  44. AnonymousJanuary 11, 2013 at 9:21 PM

    HI Martina! Oh, this is a pretty arrangement. Love the little plate. I some some in green and some in yellow! Snow! I love it.
    Thanks for popping in to see me and be a sweetie,
    Shelia ;)

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  45. Pat@BPMJanuary 12, 2013 at 10:37 PM

    Your vignette is beautiful, Martina. I love the crown.

    This is my first time here, this week. So very sorry to hear about Toby. Our fur babies,are a sweet and loving part of our family. My heart goes out to you.

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  46. MaryJanuary 13, 2013 at 10:19 AM

    Hi Martina! Your vignette looks so fresh and lovely. What a pretty spot to spend time. I'm so sorry to hear about sweet Toby. Thinking of you.

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  47. AnonymousJanuary 14, 2013 at 2:55 PM

    Hi Martina! OH, what a gorgeous home! No, I don't know her but will certainly pop over for a visit.
    Thanks for popping in to see me.
    be a sweetie,
    Shelia ;)

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I love reading your comments! Thanks so much for stopping by, Martina