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Cameron H. said
Hi there, I was hoping you would show us the closets, pantries, bathrooms and linen closets. I love all your ideas. We will be building a home with the Hill Country look.
Cameron, that sounds so exciting, congratulations!! Okay Cameron, this is for you. I am throwing open my linen closets today. Some people just assume this armoire in our bedroom holds a TV, but not so. We’ve never had a TV in the bedroom, and there are no TV’s at the farm. It’s a linen closet… because I have too many linens. I know you are not surprised. It’s not my fault really… well… let me think about how it isn’t my fault and get back to you later on that.
If you want to see the rest of the bedroom, you can see it here.
Now onto our bathroom linen closet. This piece functions as a full-length mirror when it is closed.
And here it is open. Yes I have so pillows stored here. I actually got rid of several when we moved. See? I am NOT a hoarder, not a hoarder. I love opening this antique door and hearing the squeak as I grab a towel for my bath. It makes me feel like I am in a very old house or European hotel.
Well I would show you the bottom drawer, but those movers did something to it, and now I can’t get it open. Grrrr.
You can see more of the bathroom here.
I’m getting to more of the questions, just give me time. I am trying to get to as many as I can. Thanks for the idea Cameron!
Oh Anita! You solidified my decision to hunt for the perfect armoire(s) for the same purpose! Our new home has no storage for linens and even though we could build some in somewhere, I would rather have the charm of a unique antique piece. Somehow a beautifully carved cabinet is more appealing than standard cabinet doors affixed to a wall. 🙂
Anita, these are just perfect! I love using pieces of furniture for storage! Your armories are so pretty and a fabulous addition to your rooms.
Anita how wonderful! Very old world chic! I love it! I grew up in Germany and we are used to using armoires and wardrobes. I still have a couple of mine. Wish I had more!
I love how you were able to take a new home and give it vintage touches. When we move into our new master bedroom I am looking forward to taking the tv out of the armor and putting all my extra linens in it. They look so much better with the doors shut. We always want to see more details of your home. Alaina
Gorgeous! I used an armoire for craft storage but since I’ve moved to my own office – I now have room for more “stuff”!! Looks gorgeous!
Kelly
The look great! That is exactly how I use the armoire in our master bedroom.
Gorgeous ideas and such beautiful pieces of furniture. We have never had a television in our bedroom. 25 years and not at all. We both don’t want our bedroom for watching TV. My husband says all the time, what is the point of having a family room if you watch TV in your bedroom. Imagine a guy saying that but it is true!!
Cynthia
Well seeing in ur linen closet confirmed what I knew. We ARE souls sisters. Dance step or two. Ur robins egg blue with red & pink roses linen, I have that in a table runner . It gets moved around & this week ended up on my bedroom dresser!
Ms. Anita I found you on Pinterest and I absolutely love your style! I had to ask one quick question that I’m sure you have been asked a million times. I am also planning to make my own slipcovers for my sofas and armchairs and perhaps my own bedspreads and duvets as well, however, I’m not sure where to buy quality beige linen fabrics at a reasonable price. Do you have any recommendations as to where I can order these fabrics? Appreciate any help. Thank you!
P.s I now want another armoires in the house, in my open large closet instead of the open white wire shelves that now hold my linens. Thanks for the idea!!!! Time to add some beauty & enclose that mess. Lol.
I’m having a bit of linen closet envy tonight. Beautiful pieces, Anita.
Absolutely beautiful. My family is from England and growing up we used furniture for storage as the norm. My house does not have a linen closet (so weird) and I use a large dresser to store them. Nothing as beautiful as yours, but I love opening drawers and cupboards to find linens.
I have a VERY old (and not in good shape) armoire in the basement. It has a rod in it so I store tablecloths and runners hanging in it. I may have Joe make some shelves for it too. Thanks for the idea!!! Have a blessed Thanksgiving, Anita!!!
I have an armoire in our bedroom that was for a TV, but not any more. I really would like to add shelves, but not sure how! Any thoughts?
I am working on a really old armoire would love to know how you put in the shelving. My armoire has double doors. I am thinking about track shelving. Might be easier to put in the shelves.
The shelves were already in the armoire when I bought it.
This is a wonderfully large armoire that would perfect for my linens. Can you tell me the maker and the name of the armoire? I may be able to find one online. Thank you so much – I have been looking, looking and looking for the right one. This is perfect in size and color and wood.
Barbara, that is an antique, so you can’t get one like it online or in a store. I sure wish you could.
where can I find the armoire you have in the bathroom? I feel it would be the right size for my sewing area.
Linda, that’s an antique, so I would check out your local antique shops to find something you like. There are so many beautiful armoires, I am sure you will find one just right for your space.