Well, hi there.
I thought I heard someone knocking.
You must be here for the Summer 2013 Showcase of Homes.
I’m proud to be kicking off our weeklong showcase of 26 fabulous blogger homes, along with The Happier Homemaker, Rain on a Tin Roof, Better with Age and Top This Top That.
This is the foyer, and I think you can tell right away that I like vintage pottery and painted furniture, like this Duck Egg Blue buffet I painted.
I love decorating the entryway for every season. For summer, I’m showcasing houseplants in vintage pots and pretty and unexpected planters…
and of course, I had to add some summer blooms.
Let’s make our way into the dining room.
Feel free to grab a snack.
Of course it’s not too early for a glass of champagne. I’ll never tell. 😉
Let me take you the “company way,” straight into the formal living room.
I’m a big fan of mixing patterns. Can you tell?
And you wouldn’t believe how long it took to piece together that curtain rod and hang those window treatments. But they sure are pretty, aren’t they?
I’m pretty proud of this grouping of bargain botanical art I created.
I see you’ve met McCoy, our 14-year-old yorkie-poodle. We call her the queen of the ottoman empire. This is one of her favorite spots.
See what I mean about painted furniture? I do love my little pink writing desk.
My house is full of projects — completed and in progress. Those armoire doors are in the completed category.
And you’ll never guess what they’re disguising.
Now, it’s time to head into the family hangout part of our house, the keeping room. I have a 6-year-old little boy and I did mention I’m always working on a project, so no telling what this room will look like.
Wait just a minute and let me pick up those Legos. (Actually, that wasn’t a very bad mess at all.)
But this is better, don’t you think?
Our house is an open concept, so the keeping room, kitchen and breakfast nook really function as one big space.
This is the place where we don’t put on airs. The design here is all about cozy comfort. Lounging and playing. And durability. Yes, those are both indoor-outdoor rugs! I have a kid and a dog, remember?
I’ve probably done one too many projects on that kitchen table. It’s on my to-paint list, but I don’t look forward to tackling those Windsor chairs.
One piece I don’t plan on painting is this antique empire hotel sideboard. It has quite the story.
I don’t have a huge kitchen, but it’s bright and open. And it has the white cabinets that I love.
Wait a minute, was that the buzzer going off on the dryer? Let”s pop into the laundry room for just a sec.
OK, that was a ruse to show you my newly renovated laundry room and mudroom.
Don’t you just love all the built-in-storage…
and vintage decorating touches. I sure do, especially when you consider what this room used to look like.
Why don’t you pop into the powder room before we continue our tour.
I think it’s quite elegant, don’t you?
I won’t bore you with the details of this powder room makeover now, but you’re welcome to read all about it.
And this is the master bedroom and sitting room.
It’s my favorite room in the house.
Again, you can see my love of painted vintage furniture.
I could tell you a story about those Target Farrah Fretwork curtains. What an ordeal, finding those and hanging them. But that’s a story for another day.
We won’t even talk about the master bathroom. Getting rid of that mural is high on my home projects wish list. I am not responsible for the mural. It was here when we moved in. I’m so desperate for a bathroom makeover, I’ll do just about anything.
Let’s head upstairs now.
Let’s just peek into the guest bedroom. It’s still a work in progress.
But I do have some fabulous plans for this space.
At least the guest bathroom here is done.
We won’t spend long in my office/craft room either. It is a mess.
I should tell you what happened the last time I cleaned it. (Hint: I used a paintbrush.)
Besides, I have plans for this room, too. I just haven’t figured out what they are yet.
But we can stop in my son’s room.
It is a little boy’s dream bedroom and playroom, wouldn’t you agree?
The playroom even has a secret clubhouse.
And what mother wouldn’t love all this built-in storage?
Now, this mural I love. (It was here when we bought the house, too.)
Thanks again for stopping by to tour my home as part of the Summer 2013 Showcase of Homes. For more details and photos of my house and the projects in each room, click on the links within this post.
Don’t miss the other bloggers on the tour this week. Here’s the full schedule.
Monday, July 22
Atta Girl Says
The Happier Homemaker
Rain on a Tin Roof
Better with Age
Top This Top That
Tuesday, July 23
Mom 4 Real
Cedar HIll Ranch
Practically Functional
While Wearing Heels
French Country Cottage
Wednesday, July 24
The Lily Pad Cottage
Marty’s Musings
Confessions of a Plate Addict
Town and Country Living
Adventures in Decorating
Thursday, July 25
Good Life Of Design
A Stroll Thru Life
Worthing Court
Back Porch Musings
The Rustic Pig
Friday, July 26
Our Southern Home
StoneGable
The Everyday Home
Recreate and Decorate
Sophia’s
Vignette Design
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debbiedoos says
You have a beautiful home Amy! I absolutely LOVE that gallery wall going up your stairs. Fantastic taste you have. I would love to feature your home sometime:)
Delores@vignettedesign says
Wow Amy, I am in love with your home! Like Yvonne said, you kicked of the tour in grand style. Your home is lovely and welcoming, love your fabrics and mix of style. Congratulations!
Yvonne @ StoneGable says
Amy, you really kicked off the House Tour in grand style!!!! What a wonderful, warm home you have. I’m thrilled to see someone so effortlessly mix beautiful old classic pieces and the freshness of new things!!!! You certainly have a style all your own… Everybody strives for that but few actually achieve it!!! You, my dear, have IT!
Your bedroom is my favorite too!!!! What a lovely retreat. I am wild about fireplaces in bedrooms… We really need to have one put in when we redo our bedroom next summer!
Great post! What a joy to stop by!!!!
lynne@lynnesgiftsfromtheheart says
Thanks for the tour of your beautiful home, loved the mix of old and new, pattern upon patterns. fondly ~lynne~
KATHYSUE says
Hi Amy!
I can tell you have a wonderful flow to your home, one room flows beautifully into the next. I love the open floor plan and how each room marries well to the next. I can see your special touches throughout. Your Master bedroom with your special striped chair made me want to sit a spell. Great job!! Your little boys room is spectacular, what a lucky little guy. Fun tour and I enjoyed my walk through your lovely home,
Kathysue
Amy of while wearing heels says
AMAZING. What an incredibly beautiful home with so many interesting things to look at. I wish I could stay, drink champagne and hang out here all day. And, now I want to go pick up a paint brush too 🙂
Kim says
Looking good, Amy. Still loving that gallery of botanical prints.
Marty@A Stroll Thru Life says
Love your home, it is stunning. Such a wonderful open floor plan. Hugs, Marty
Debra @ msmoozysopenhouse says
Awesome place, thanks for much for sharing with all of us. Love the calming and soothing look. 🙂
Dorrie says
Amy, well done! The house looks magnificent!
Marty Walden says
Your home is amazing and perfectly decorated. Your photos are also staged so well. I need to work on that! You set the bar too high, my friend!
Shirley@Housepitality Designs says
Just love your home Amy…and I love all of the beautiful paint projects you have done!
Gee says
What a luvly home. Luv the mix of painted and wood pieces. Thanks for allowing me a peek 🙂
Happy today.
Hugs, Gee
Pat@Back Porch Musings says
Gorgeous home. Thanks so much for sharing your lovely home in Summer Showcase of Homes!
Christy @ Our Southern Home says
I just love your beautiful home and use of soft colors! Your formal living room is my favorite. I know that curtain rod took forever to hang, but those panels are so worth it! Thanks for sharing your home with us! ~Christy
Shelia says
Oh, your home is so beautiful and thank you so much for sharing with us.
be a sweetie,
Shelia 😉
Recreate and decorate says
What a beautiful home! I love the curtains in your living room!!
laura@Top This Top That says
Amy, I always enjoy stopping by your house. Next time I am bringing my laundry basket and dirty clothes. lovely tour!
Jane @ Cottage at the Crossroads says
Hi Amy,
I enjoyed taking the tour of your beautiful home today. I had already seen many of the rooms, but somehow I had missed your den with that awesome empire sideboard. I love the mix of your painted pieces with the wood finishes of your furniture. I was wondering where you got that magnetic chalkboard that’s on your refrigerator.
Creating such a welcoming and warm home is hard work and you have succeeded in that!
Jane
Suzy @ Worthing Court says
I hope you already know how much I adore your home, Amy. From one room to the next – your loving touch is everywhere and I always feel right at home when I visit. Great tour!