Tuesday, August 2, 2011

A Little Change

Made a small change to one of the tables in my living room. I added this antique green bottle that my mom just gave me. She's had it displayed in her kitchen above one of her cabinets. I kept bugging her how much I loved it and I guess my persistence payed off because she gave in and gave it to me :) It was given to her as a house warming gift 43 years ago. It's a mineral water bottle from Buffalo.

It looked to bare by itself so I added  a few twigs to it.


                  Here's what was there before.



                            Here's a close up.



Still  my favorite french painting that I purchased from Ann http://onsuttonplace.blogspot.com/











Have a great week and stay cool! As always I appreciate and look forward to your visits!  
                                                           Martina

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46 comments:

  1. Marty@A Stroll Thru LifeAugust 1, 2011 at 4:17 PM

    Martina, the bottle is wonderful. I don't blame you for wanting it. It is perfect on the table and of course I LOVE your sheep picture. Beautiful vignette. Thanks so much for joining TTT. Hugs, Marty

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  2. Ceekay-THINKIN of HOMEAugust 1, 2011 at 4:24 PM

    I love that picture....and your tabletop is perfect together!

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  3. Lou Cinda @ Tattered HydrangeasAugust 1, 2011 at 4:36 PM

    That bottle is fabulous! And I LOVE that painting! I have a thing for sheep...and that is just beautiful! That is a gorgeous vignette!

    Lou Cinda ;)

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  4. Penny from Enjoying The Simple ThingsAugust 1, 2011 at 4:36 PM

    What a wonderful bottle!! And I love, love, love that picture.

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  5. Chari at Happy To DesignAugust 1, 2011 at 4:40 PM

    Hi Martina...

    Ohhh...your vintage bottle is GORGEOUS, my friend! The color and the pretty lady and lettering is sooo beautiful...very unique and I love that!!! It looks fabulous in your vignette! I also love your sheep painting...beautiful!!! Thanks for sharing your new pretties with us!

    Warmest summery wishes,
    Chari

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  6. AndreaAugust 1, 2011 at 4:41 PM

    beautiful bottle!

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  7. LindaAugust 1, 2011 at 4:42 PM

    What a treasure! I wouldhave bugged too! It looks great with the sticks and the painting...that's a wonderful painting too. Also the second dresser came out so cute...you did a fantastic job on those!

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  8. GailAugust 1, 2011 at 4:43 PM

    LOL...I would do the same thing to my parents and it would pay off every time too! You have a creative a beautiful vignette Martina.

    Have a wonderful day,
    Gail

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  9. CindyAugust 1, 2011 at 5:42 PM

    What a pretty bottle, love the color. You have created such a nice vignette with the bottle of twigs, the sweet painting and lamp!
    Hugs, Cindy

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  10. DebbiedoosAugust 1, 2011 at 5:47 PM

    Pretty pretty bottle. I love the painting too from Ann.

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  11. GinaAugust 1, 2011 at 5:47 PM

    That's a great bottle & it really makes the vignette pop now.

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  12. Katie @ Wildwood CreekAugust 1, 2011 at 6:06 PM

    Love old bottles! The whole vignette is beautiful.

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  13. SusanAugust 1, 2011 at 7:18 PM

    Your changes are done well! So pretty!

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  14. Pam KesslerAugust 1, 2011 at 7:56 PM

    That is a great bottle! I also adore that mirror above the table. Such a unique shape.

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  15. AnonymousAugust 1, 2011 at 8:07 PM

    Hi Martina! I would want that bottle too - it's so lovely! I love your pretty desk and how you've dressed it!
    be a sweetie,
    Shelia ;0

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  16. UnknownAugust 1, 2011 at 8:18 PM

    Martina,

    It all looks great together. Love the bottle and twigs!

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  17. Mid-Atlantic MarthaAugust 1, 2011 at 8:26 PM

    That bottle is just the perfect touch for that little spot.

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  18. MariaelenaAugust 1, 2011 at 8:29 PM

    Love it Martina...the color pops on that adorable table....I'm such a lover of simple branches used indoors....xo, Mariaelena

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  19. Miss CharAugust 1, 2011 at 8:48 PM

    Beautiful bottle and the twigs really set it off nicely. That print is beautiful and goes so well with the rest of the vignette. Thanks for sharing.

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  20. Kim @ Savvy Southern StyleAugust 1, 2011 at 8:50 PM

    I love that bottle. Great color and love the sheep picture, too. Glad your mom finally gave in.

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  21. Something Nice and PrettyAugust 1, 2011 at 9:25 PM

    I love the bottle too! Great color and looks so nice where you placed it!

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  22. On Crooked CreekAugust 1, 2011 at 9:29 PM

    Martina,
    The green bottle is stunning in your vignette, dear! I, like you, adore the sheep print. The hues in the print are more defined with the change in accessories!
    Fondly,
    Pat

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  23. xinexAugust 2, 2011 at 12:40 AM

    That bottle is so precious, so beautiful. How nice fo your mom to give it to you. I love your vignettes, Martina..Christine

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  24. Megan GunyanAugust 2, 2011 at 9:43 AM

    Ah, what a great color the bottle has! Your mom is very nice for giving it to you! (Aren't mom's great that way?) Have a wonderful week, and I'd love for you to visit my blog as well! www.alittleknickknack.com

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  25. Becca BertottiAugust 2, 2011 at 4:06 PM

    What a beautiful bottle, Martina! I love how it pops against your neutral wall, and the twigs are a great addition to it, as well! I know your Mom is happy that you're enjoying it! xo

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  26. At The Picket FenceAugust 2, 2011 at 6:05 PM

    That is just gorgeous Martina! Now I'm missing my mom even more...she and my dad were here for a week long visit and just left today and that is totally the kind of thing she does! What a treasure to have. :-)

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  27. Pat@Back Porch MusingsAugust 2, 2011 at 8:02 PM

    That's a wonderful old bottle Martina. It looks perfect where you have it.

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  28. Dear LillieAugust 2, 2011 at 10:11 PM

    The bottle is wonderful and that painting completely caught my eye - it is amazing!

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  29. Alison @ The PolohouseAugust 2, 2011 at 10:51 PM

    HI Martina!
    LOVE the green bottle... such an unusual shade of green. I can see why you were an admirerer for a while!
    It looks great next to your lamb painting, but I did not know Ann sells paintings???
    How did I miss that?

    Such a pretty vignette,
    Thanks for sharing!
    xx
    Alison

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  30. Miami Website DesignAugust 2, 2011 at 11:37 PM

    Those are very beautiful bottle and the twigs really set it off nicely. That print is beautiful and goes so well with the rest of the vignette. Great to share with us.

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  31. Sharon Lee JohnsonAugust 3, 2011 at 1:48 AM

    It's beautiful. Someday your daughter will probably bug you for it and you will pass it on to her because that is what moms do :). x Sharon

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  32. AnonymousAugust 3, 2011 at 2:33 AM

    Love it! You are so creative and are always making things look perfect!!!
    -emily
    nestnestingnested.blogspot

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  33. MelissahAugust 3, 2011 at 7:51 AM

    I’ve just stumbled upon your lovely blog. I look forward to popping by again for some more inspiration! I'm just new into blogging this year & have put together a daily blog on design, fashion, food, travel and anything pretty.
    http://scrapbook-melissah.blogspot.com/ and one on everything coastal
    http://coastal-style.blogspot.com/
    I had a lot of fun putting them together maybe you would like to check it out if you have a spare minute.
    x
    Melissah

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  34. Pam - @diy Design FanaticAugust 3, 2011 at 12:18 PM

    I love your little table Martina!It's so pretty! I also love that green bottle!

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  35. Jane @ Jane's Junk and TreasuresAugust 3, 2011 at 12:50 PM

    I love that bottle!!!

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  36. Robyn StoryAugust 3, 2011 at 2:14 PM

    Martina, GORGEOUS pictures!! Love your blog! Thank you so much for posting our newest giveaway, Everything Annie Sloan Giveaway button on your sidebar!! I hope all your friends and followers come on over and take a peak at all the wonderful things up for grabs!!

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  37. clustresAugust 3, 2011 at 4:06 PM

    I have to say I love the sheep picture too!

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  38. Beverly@southernhomesweethomeAugust 3, 2011 at 10:15 PM

    I do love that picture.

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  39. Linda@Coastal CharmAugust 3, 2011 at 10:53 PM

    What a beautiful piece...thanks so much for sharing it at NTT!

    Blessings,
    Linda

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  40. PamelaAugust 4, 2011 at 11:07 AM

    Martina I love that bottle! The green is sooo pretty. I love greens! Thanx for joining up to Treasure Hunt THursday!

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  41. Sherry @ No Minimalist HereAugust 4, 2011 at 7:35 PM

    Martina, The bottle is fabulous! I don't think I have ever seen one that color. Beautiful!
    xo,
    Sherry

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  42. The Charm of HomeAugust 4, 2011 at 9:47 PM

    Oh, I would have begged for that bottle too. It is wonderful on your desk with the painting. I am going home and asking for a bucket and grain sacks. Wish me luck! LOL Thanks for linking it up to Home Sweet Home!
    Sherry

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  43. LoriAugust 5, 2011 at 8:01 PM

    I would have had to beg for that too! Love it and it looks great on your desk!

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  44. KathyAugust 6, 2011 at 3:29 PM

    catching up after being gone and you have been busy girl...I love that bottle, wow over the top cool!! your blog is so full of inspiration, I love it...and that picture frame is spectacular as well as the picture in it!

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  45. flash bellekAugust 12, 2011 at 12:29 AM

    You are so creative and are always making things look perfect. Martina, I like that bottle too much, The green is so much pretty and magnificent.

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  46. gift ideas for menSeptember 24, 2011 at 7:13 AM

    A spectacular idea which helps me to give a new look of glass bottles which my sister saved our garage. I have same it in pink, green and transparent colour.

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