I do love moving things around, and it’s such a great way to get a new look without buying anything. Or sometimes, I buy one thing, but move several things around after the purchase.
I’ve been making lots of changes at the farm lately, and I’m still not done. Recently I added this rug CLICK HERE and the slipcovers for the chairs, CLICK HERE.
Here’s where this corner started with a chicken bucket and some walking sticks. This was around 2009 right when we bought the farm and how the house built.
Later, I added this table. I found it at an antique auction, then sold it at my booth at Round Top, several years ago. I liked it, but was ready for a new look.
Then I bought this table at Round Top. It’s an antique with a marble top, and I really like it. I actually still love this table, but it’s been moved over by the front door. This space over there is small and I didn’t want anything too big.
This table was actually a left over. It was once a night stand in my daughter’s room, CLICK HERE.
Finally, I decided to move the Julianna chest here. It’s part of my collection at Soft Surroundings. This has since sold out, so it’s no longer available.
It’s perfect in here, and I think it really dresses up the farm a lot. I’m trying to make it a bit more sophisticated without spending too much or making it stuffy. What do I like about this piece here? I love how the color works so well with the cabinets. In person, the color is very similar. The other thing I like is that it echoes the Gustavian design of the daybed. This piece is also Gustavian-inspired, and the wall hanging is also Swedish. I love how they pieces tie together, and carry a subtle theme throughout the room.
Should I replace the chicken art? It’s been there a long time, and I think about it, then get focused on another project.
I’ve ordered some end tables that are larger and should be more functional in here. These are really too small from a design standpoint. The daybed really dwarfs these small tables that have been here for a long time. Not only do I think they look too small, they also don’t have any room for someone to set a drink down or a book. More changes coming.
I love love love those pillows and yes, I know they are available, if I only had the funds! Lol. I love how your corner has evolved and the final table is the best fit in my opinion. I’m on the fence with the chickens – I personally like them and am drawn to them, I have a few pitchers, etc. in my kitchen and think they add that bit of country French vibe, but wonder if this look is a little old. I noticed you mentioned thinking about getting rid of your picture but you never really said what you decided. So I wondered if you think it’s time for these to go?.?
Margo, it’s not that I think they are old looking. It’s that I’ve made some changes, and the room isn’t as rustic as it used to be. I don’t think the chickens work here any more.
Anita, I love the Daybed and the chairs are big enough to balance it in the room. I can’t wait to see your new end tables! My opinion about the Rooster is to move it to the porch or a bedroom since it has a French country look and the colors are so pretty without being overwhelming. Everything is just lovely and I know your family enjoys the country!
Agreed Cecilia! They are going to fly the coop!
Always enjoy seeing your country home. Loving the changes. You’ll figure out if you want to keep the roosters. I for myself would move it to a porch depending how often you wanted to visually enjoy the piece.
Cindy
I’m thinking I am going to replace them. I have some prints that are just itching to be on the wall.
When I was young my mother moved furniture around seasonally … you never knew what you’d come home to! I do love the freshness a simple move can bring. I love the table you have now. I think the four rooster picture reads busy to me. Perhaps, a picture of a single object, like above the daybed, might be easier on the eye. Just one opinion!
Elaine
I agree Elaine! It’s going bye-bye.
Hi Anita, another great read! I love the chicken art, and I vote to keep it. Not sure exactly what it is but it adds character and to the overall “farmhouse style.”
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Kyle
Thanks Kyle!