{The Holy Grail}

Let me start off by saying these were found in the trash

yes, trash, as in ...the garbage, side of the road, just plain thrown away. The pitcher & the flatware, together.

I know, come on people?! What are you doing?

But, lucky for me, they are now mine.

On with the grand sha-bang, the big kahunna,

the most fabulous birthday present of them all, the mother of all tables...

ta-da

my new dining room table.

{which suprising looks a little weird in these shots, I'm not gonna lie, I think it needs a little somethin' somethin'. May be it's a rug} later on that

But, I'm still in love I tell ya'.

those legs...from a front porch of an "i don't know how old" house. stripped and primed, ready for me to paint & distress.

seating for 12, with a bench to be delivered soon.

love the color of the wood & the matte wax finish, with bits of saw marks throughout.

I brought this guy our from retirement for the occasion. 

{I'm talking about the floral slipcover} 

I plan on painting the legs with several coats of paint.

I started it here...

I'll add a few shades of blues & greens, then end with a tobacco rub.

So, you haven't seen the last of the dining room yet.

I swear, I do more than set up my dining room everyday.


{forgot to mention ~ the table was made by John Duffy, of Stable Tables - check him out ladies & get yourself one}
I highly recommend it.
Did I tell you it took 2 weeks from picking out my table to delivery - 2 weeks!  UNHEARD of!
Go, run to Stable Tables.

{ Something New }

We're trying something new here at

The Painted Home

it's a

Girl's Night Out

so, if you live in or near Philadelphia, the Philly Suburbs, or NJ & would like to host a get together with your girls friends send me a note.

It's a great night of fun and creativity, not to mention the fab food that will be served.

Spots are filling up quickly for the Holiday Seasons, so don't be left out.

The wreaths make great gifts or for yourself.

They can be used all year long, not just for the holidays.

It's also a great idea for birthday parties, wedding showers, or just plain "get me away from my kids" night out.

*oh yeah, the hostess is FREE !

So, convo me soon!  

I'd love to meet you and spend the evening with you and your girlfriends.

A Whimsical Fall: Decorating Inspiration

I am very blessed to be surround by creative women in my life.  My mom, who lives in Texas, is incredibly creative and talented (though she'll never admit it).  And my mother-in-law (aka Gigi), who lives close by, has quite the creative, artistic flare when it comes to decorating.

In case you wondering, the entryway above is not my home, it's my in-laws.  Gigi loves fall (as do I) and puts so much time and effort into decorating her home that I just had to share it with you all.  She leaves no corner untouched when it comes to fall - her attention to detail is impeccable. 

Gigi also has a home studio where she creates Art Dolls.  She doesn't currently have a website, but hopefully she will be setting up one soon and I can introduce you all to her amazing art.

Anyway, here are some pictures I took around Gigi's house several weeks ago.  I think it is so fun to see inside other peoples homes, don't you?  It's like a home tour on your computer screen!

These pumpkins are just the perfect understated touch.  I love how organic they are and seem to just fit right in.

The entrance to their home is so warm and inviting with all the pumpkins and gorgeous plants.

Wreath on the front door.

Gigi is a big Susan Branch fan so this flag is very fitting for their home.

Now let's head inside.......

A large decorated hutch in the dining room.

Beautiful large mantle in the great room.

Another built in bookcase.

Fireplace decorated in the three-season room.

Gigi even changes out her art work every season.  Above are some of her fall and Halloween pieces.

Well, that's it for the little tour of Gigi's house!  Those were just some of the shots I got around their home.  If you can believe it, there is even MORE fall decor that I didn't even capture.  Gigi does a fabulous job filling her home with joy and whimsy.  I know my girls are going to appreciate the magic she creates with her decorating style the older they get!

What is your favorite season or holiday for decorating?  I'm definitely a fall/Thanksgiving girl with Christmas as a very close second.