We recently came across many old family books, and I decided rather than put them up in a closet, I should put them in our bookcase in the family room.
The bookcase started out looking like this.
First I took out many of the vegetable dishes, but I left most of the roosters.
Then I added the old vintage and antique books. Some were first edition books. Here are a few of the books we found.
This book about a country preacher who was an ancestor to Mr. CH. This book was published in the late 1800’s.
Inside, you could see signs that some of the books were printed during WWII.
And here is an AFTER photo of the bookcase.
Definitely a subtle change, and more obvious in person, but I love seeing the old books here.
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Anita, I love those old books, your shelf displays and the whole room. This is gorgeous.
Love the look of the older books . . . isn’t it surprising how something that seems insignificant can make such a big difference?
-Amanda
Yes, very pretty. I like to do that in small places also.
Was wondering about that crown on the table. Where did you find that and is it old? I am looking for a crown but can’t find any. It looks lovely.
I love old books and I love the way the shelf now looks! It is a subtle change, but a lovely one!
Looks great! Is that where that lovely old decorating book is now kept? And, I do believe that rug would be perfect in my living room – don’t you think it’s time for a change in there?
I love books and I am glad you are treasuring them and displaying them! Your living room is gorgeous by the way.
The crown is from Wisteria, but I don’t think they carry these any more.
Ha ha Peggy, you are not getting my rug!!
I adore your old books. That is an interesting comment about “Wartime Books”. I have several of these too and find them very interesting. The rearrangement looks grand!
Looks really lovely! I just love old books and always wonder about those that read them. Kinda like antique furniture & other items ~ I sorta make up stories about who may have used them and what their lives were like when I don’t know the history. 🙂
xo
Pat
Hi lovely lady
This room is Gorgeous !! You did a beautiful job with your Bookcase and your collection of Roosters and vintage books.. I love this room so homey. I hope you are having a great day..
XXOO Diane
What an inviting room – and the subtle change on your shelves are great.
Anita I love to accessorize with old books and your bookcase display looks beautiful! Love the whole room! Martina
Those vintage books are perfect in this room with those lovely sofas. What a beautiful room. 🙂
So great that you displayed these beautiful old books. I love having them all around my house. Hope you are doing wonderful!!
I also love your colors in your room!
Just moved and wondering what to do with chickens and old books. I may need you to come over and help me. Will call you about delivering the chamber pot chair next week. I think I found a use for the ladder.
I love old books and you have some treasures here! Love your beautiful bookcase and lovely room! ♥
This room is gorgeous! I do love old books too. I just bought a set, of 1853 books, by Ralph Waldo Emerson. I love this addition! This is such an inviting room.
Anita I love what you did with your book shelves!! The old books look so much richer then the others and your rooster collection really seems to shine now.
I love your beautiful settees you have in this room too- wow they are just gorgeous! This really is a magazine worthy room for sure!!
bee blessed
mary
The old books add so much character – love them!
To those of us that love books and old things, it’s not such a subtle change. I also like all your roosters roosting there too!
Anita, I also love decorating with vintage books. Your bookcase looks wonderful and I love the entire room. Great settees!
Hugs,
Sherry
LOVE the old books, so glad you decided to display them Love the whole room! XO, Pinky
Anita, There is something intangible about old books! Is it their smell, the way they feel or the way they look so classic all grouped together. Your bookcase is beautiful. I am so glad you kept the roosters!
I am on the lookout for sets of old books. I just can’t seem to get my bookshelves to look the way I imagine them to be in my mind. Lots of inspiration from this post though!
xo Yvonne
Anita, this room is beautiful and the bookcase arrangement helps to create that look. Everything looks so orderly and colorful on the shelves. Your old books are wonderful treasures. They deserve to be on display. I love the sunny look of the entire room.—–Shannon
Love this room! How warm and welcoming. Love what you did with your bookcase too. Great job!
So pretty! Love your old books and the roosters are fantastic!!!
Blessings,
Cindy
I love displaying old books, exp the ones from family! Love the shelves! Have a fabulous weekend, almost there
XO
Kristin
I love all of your old books! And I adore your settees!
Anita,
Your bookcase looks amazing with the subtle transformation and the addition of vintage books. Thank you for sharing the history of the Wartime Print. I love history and books in print! You have a truly, lovely home, dear!
Fondly,
Pat