Bountiful California

May 12, 2013

A couple of weeks ago I was in LA on a photo project and while there we took a side trip on our last day. We shopped the fun Santa Monica Flea Market and also visited the beautiful Bountiful Shop in Venice . Sue Balmforth owner of Bountiful has an amazing eye and I’ve long admired her talent for blending American Country with European Antiques into gorgeous environments. I first read an article about Sue and her shop in a 2000 issue of Country Home Magazine (my favorite publication of all time) and have followed her ever since. Bountiful was closed the day we visited but Sue graciously opened her shop and even her personal studio space up for us which was such a treat. I knew it would be mesmerizing, but I had no idea how fast I could capture everything around me with my camera!

The shop was small but the overall impact was incredible. A grouping of black lanterns hung down from an open skylight window, casting the prettiest sunlight glow.

 

 

You know I love stacks of anything! Look at these classic red striped pillows~

Cake plates~

White Dishes~ Can you ever have too many of these?

Velvet ribbon~Luscious colors~

Fabulous statuary~

Candles in pastel shades of hobnail glass~

And my favorite, Sue’s personal creative stash~

Another treat was spending the afternoon with the fun Editorial team from Romantic Homes Magazine.

Take it from me and put a visit to Bountiful on your bucket list:)

*All photos by Carol Spinski.

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Carol Spinski - May 20, 2013 - 11:34 pm

Oh Thank You so much Paula:) Carol

Paula Parrish - May 17, 2013 - 10:38 am

You did a wonderful job capturing the pretty in your photos of this amazing vintage shop. Thanks for sharing. ;o)

Brenda Schwager - May 14, 2013 - 1:50 pm

Beautiful photos of a remarkable shop! I agree…that very issue of Country Home magazine was the BEST!
Brenda

Future Farmhouse Design Project

April 23, 2013

 

As a homeowner, it’s only natural to have those “to do” design projects that are constantly on your mind. When we bought and started rehabbing our farmhouse in 2009, the focus was concentrating on redoing most of the main rooms so we could move in. But the one room we did not get to was the small bathroom off of the entry. It has some wonderful features in place including a vintage white pedestal sink, stone flooring, white wainscoting woodwork and a incredible wood door. But it also has one of those shower inserts that was most likely added in the 1980′s by a previous owner and to me sticks out like a sore thumb. I do try to conceal the shower with a plain white curtain which helps but it just does not go with the rest of the farmhouse. So I’ve been culling inspirational photos together from Pinterest for a future bathroom project:

I adore the tub and faucet in the above photo. It is on the smaller side which I think would fit well into my tiny space. The simple white basket and bench would also be perfect elements to add for a farmhouse feel.

 

Horizontal paneling that is painted white is just a clean and classic look. I don’t think it ever goes out of style. The double window is also a beauty.

I thought the vintage clawfoot tub with the stenciled pattern was so unique. The vertical wall paneling is lovely especially with the pegged shelf. I’ve always loved the look of fresh white towels hanging in bathrooms off of pegs.

Why not place a large mirror by the tub? Love the whole concept above. I’m actually thinking of using this idea because the pictured space is very close to the size I will be working with. I may change the stone floor and use wide plank oak in a honey color.

The bathroom project is probably a few months away but it gives me time to source out the fixtures so stay tuned:) I will be sure and post before and after photos too.

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Carol Spinski - May 6, 2013 - 4:07 am

I know, was thinking the very same thing!

tarnished royalty - May 2, 2013 - 8:30 pm

Sounds like a fun project and I’m sure it will be beautiful. Not sure I would be brave enough to have a huge mirror right there though, ha!

Carol Spinski - April 24, 2013 - 3:47 am

Hi Stephanie,

Yes I’m very familiar with the faux wood tile as that is what I used back in 2009 in our Master bathroom and laundry room. I love it because I have the look of wood without the added maintenance.

Carol Spinski - April 24, 2013 - 3:44 am

Oh you bet Sheila! It’s a keeper for sure:)

Stephanie @ La Dolce Vita - April 23, 2013 - 1:56 pm

I love them all! One thing you might consider for the bath is the tile that looks like wood. Have you seen it? It’s what Serena/Farm Chicks used when they built their home. I love it – I am going to be using it in the kitchen so it is consistent with the look of the floors downstairs, but has the durability of tile. Can’t wait to see how it all turns out though!

Sheila R - April 23, 2013 - 11:11 am

Can’t wait to see how you transform your bathroom. Please tell me you are keeping the old door leading in as it is so beautiful!

Bottoms Up Antique Market Tour

April 9, 2013

Sharing photos of some of the incredible vendors at Bottoms Up Antique Market (where I have a space) April Sale.

Prize Antiques, 4th Floor

The Seedbox Antiques, 2nd Floor

Mark your calendar for the next Bottoms Up Antique Market Sale-May 3 & 4

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Carol Spinski - April 24, 2013 - 3:48 am

Thank you Sandy for the visit:) Blessings, Carol

Sandy Bryan - April 12, 2013 - 12:38 pm

Thanks so much for the inspiration!!!!

Hello April

April 1, 2013

“Thank You” to those of you that have followed me over here from my Raised In Cotton site. Your friendship and support mean the world to me!

Here is a random list of what I’ve been up to lately.

*I styled a photo shoot last week for a local bridal magazine. The theme was “Summer Lake” with a color palette of light blue, purple and soft gray. It was one of those shoots where everything went together effortlessly which is not always the case. In a few weeks I will be able to share some of the photos with you.

* I bought white roses from BunchesDirect.com for the photo shoot. The quality is amazing and they smelled lovely.

* A shade of purple paint was added to the handles of thrift store silverware for the bridal shoot place settings. I used several layers of acrylic paint which is not permanent but a great element pop.

* Even though I love classic white dishes and all ironstone patterns, I’ve always had a fondness for beautiful floral china. Lucky that there is a resurgence of floral patterned china in place settings. I think the popularity of Downton Abbey means we will see a return to more formal tabletops in home and wedding decor.

* I’m totally smitten with my new camera the Canon 5d mk Mark iii. I really tried to resist buying a new camera but it has been a few years since I upgraded and I felt it was time. The clear focus that this baby produces even in low light situations is stellar.

* My family and I recently spent a few days at the beautiful Big Cedar Lodge on TableRock Lake in Southern Missouri. We’ve been going to Big Cedar for the last 20 years and it is one of our favorite destinations.  They are building a sweet chapel on the grounds for Weddings and I think the setting would be spectacular for a small intimate celebration.

* While we were at Big Cedar, I was fortunate to get us into the not officially opened Arnie’s Restaurant (after Arnold Palmer) that is being built. It is housed in an Amish built timber frame barn and is AMAZING! I’ve always loved timber frame design with open beams so much so that after our visit, I think I have Mr Practical Pants talked into a future construction project:) I was also completely obsessed with the flameless candles they used to line the entrance because they looked so real. After some investigating, I found the source for them:)

* The winners of Matthew Mead’s Recycled Style Book- Lisa Vogel, Amy Wald and Sandi Telzrow-Thanks to everyone that entered the giveaway:)

I hope you have a great start to your April:)

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Carol Spinski - April 8, 2013 - 1:01 pm

As always, so sweet of you Mitzi:) Thank You so much-Carol

Mitzi Curi - April 7, 2013 - 4:37 pm

I love the mix of the floral china! And your new camera seems to be a real winner….although all of your photos have been lovely in the past, too.

Carol Spinski - April 3, 2013 - 8:09 pm

Thank you Stephanie:) Blessings, Carol

Carol Spinski - April 3, 2013 - 8:09 pm

Thank you Sheila:) That door is really fun especially when the sun is streaming through it. Blessings, Carol

Sheila R - April 2, 2013 - 11:12 am

Looks like you have been busy. Love your beautiful door and all the detail.

Stephanie @ La Dolce Vita - April 2, 2013 - 1:19 am

It all looks great! Sound like fun and busy times.

Recycled Style Giveaway

March 17, 2013

Matthew Mead has done it again! RECYCLED STYLE is his latest bookazine featuring 256 pages of DIY inspiration just perfect for all of us vintage enthusiasts:

From Matthew~

“Each time I create a new publication my goal is to bring the reader as close to the process as possible. In my new bookazine, RECYCLED STYLE, I share my work space, my favorite products, style tips and step-by-step “how-to” shots so you can easily follow along. As we launch our revamped blog, we want to gear up and share everything there is to know and do about “recycling style” and bring the experience right into your home. Below is a quick synopsis of the book, and stay tuned in the weeks to come when we unveil sneak peeks into the issue and share chances to win prizes and hear about our upcoming projects”
Matthew has graciously given me 3 copies of his bookazine to give away! Leave your name including email address here or on Facebook (or both) for a chance to win. 
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Heather - March 27, 2013 - 5:15 am

I love recycled decorating and new ideas. I know Matthew Mead will have some great ones so I am happily tossing my name in your hat and crossing my fingers Thank You~

Marleen Maguire - March 21, 2013 - 6:59 pm

I love all Matthew Mead’s Talent…would thourghly enjoy to win this! :)

Linda - March 20, 2013 - 2:12 am

The new book looks wonderful and I would just love a chance to win. Thanks for sharing Carol! Blessings, Linda

Peggy - March 19, 2013 - 11:26 am

Love idea books – and Matthew! Hope it’s not too late!

Mrs. T. Alexander - March 19, 2013 - 7:04 am

Would SO LOVE to have this book. OHHHHHH looks so charming and the ideas…. WOW.

connie - March 18, 2013 - 10:59 pm

please give this to my sister. I have no ideal what this book is about. But my sister loves this kind of stuff. She posted the link on facebook.

Conni - March 18, 2013 - 6:23 pm

I would be so happy to win Matthew’s book!
Thanks for the chance!

Stephanie Czibere - March 18, 2013 - 5:42 pm

Wow this book looks wonderful. Thanks for the chance at owning one.
Regards,
Stephanie

Tina-Marie Hamilton - March 18, 2013 - 5:02 pm

I love the simplicity of his books and would love to own this one. Carol, thanks for the opportunity to win one!

Lori R. - March 18, 2013 - 4:27 pm

I love his books. What a nice chance!

Mz V - March 18, 2013 - 4:26 pm

This is a FABulous giveaway! Thanks for your generosity in sharing the bounty.

jennifer - March 18, 2013 - 4:04 pm

would love matthew’s book. right now it seems all i can afford to do is upcycle or create something from a mostly nothing. would love some honest-to-goodness inspiration from matthew. thank your for the chance to win.

Paulette - March 18, 2013 - 3:55 pm

It looks amazing! Carol, thanks for a chance to win a copy. xo

Laurie - March 18, 2013 - 3:04 pm

I imagine this book is full of great ideas!

Lisa Vogel - March 18, 2013 - 2:57 pm

Free inspiration is great though I will buy it if I don’t win, rock on Carol and Matthew!

Robin - March 18, 2013 - 2:31 pm

Oh pick me, pick me, pick me!!!! I am decorating each room of my home in the vintage style I soooooo love and this magazine would be a fabulous read.

Stacy K. - March 18, 2013 - 2:27 pm

Oooo, I’d love to win this! I’m a huge fan of vintage style. :-)

Dianne Winters - March 18, 2013 - 2:20 pm

Matthew Mead always has amazing ideas…would love this publication!

Jenny Bowman - March 18, 2013 - 7:25 am

Not sure if this is offered to we folk over the water, but looks a great publication, so thought I’d have a go anyway. Love the blog and the inspiration you give us with your styling.

Lynne - March 18, 2013 - 6:23 am

Carol, thank you and Matthew for the chance to win his new book. I love the quality and the content of his publications!
~Lynne
w/L.

Jennifer - March 18, 2013 - 6:00 am

what a great prize!

Nita@ModVintageLife - March 18, 2013 - 5:35 am

Oh…I’d love to win this! I love Matthew’s style!

Sheila R - March 18, 2013 - 1:38 am

Love Matthew Mead. Thanks for the chance to win.

Karen - March 17, 2013 - 11:32 pm

Love Matthew Mead’s books. I would be thrilled to win.

Barb Langlois - March 17, 2013 - 10:50 pm

I’d love a chance to win this book! Thnks.

Kimberly - March 17, 2013 - 7:17 pm

Heartfelt thanks for the generous giveaway! Love Matthew Mead~

Brilliant Reuse by Jeanne d’ Arc Living

February 18, 2013

So excited to offer one copy of the latest book from my friends at Jeanne d’ Arc Living, Brilliant Reuse  

Giveaway details

Leave a comment here on the Blog or Facebook. Or both!

Winner will be announced on Feb 22, 2013

Book will be shipped in May when available!

Giveaway is now closed-Congratulations to  Cathleen Alyce of  http://vintagehomelifestyle.blogspot.com/ The winner!

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Lori - March 20, 2013 - 2:42 pm

Love, love, love your blog. And the book! Keep on!

Pamela Bendall - March 18, 2013 - 2:54 pm

Would love the book ! Thanks for the give-a-way. I Love your blog, I learn something new everytime I open your page! And isn’t that a beautiful room on the front cover?

Carrie - March 15, 2013 - 12:27 am

Oh my… what a fantastic treasure!!!
fingers are crossed!!!

:)

Heather - March 9, 2013 - 11:38 pm

Ooh, Me, me!! I’d LOVE to win this!! Thanks for the chance. Hope you are having a great weekend.

Marsha - February 26, 2013 - 3:36 am

Looks like a lovely book!

Theresa Smith - February 25, 2013 - 12:48 am

I would love a chance to win this book! Thanks!
tot

Carol Casey - February 23, 2013 - 2:53 am

What a lovely way to welcome Spring. I’m crossing my fingers that I’m not too late.

Smiles,

Carol

Pamela - February 22, 2013 - 3:54 am

Thank you for the giveaway! Please pick me. . .

Laurie - February 22, 2013 - 2:26 am

It’s amazing how just the right words can give you an “aha” moment…brilliant! Thank you for the chance. Fingers x.

danielle muller - February 21, 2013 - 9:45 pm

this book looks so lovely!

thank you for the chance to win!!

xoxo,
danielle muller

Pam Ballard - February 21, 2013 - 4:29 pm

I would love to win this! Thanks for the chance.

Sally P - February 21, 2013 - 1:34 am

Count me in for this wonderful giveaway :)

Patty Page - February 20, 2013 - 8:12 pm

I’d love to win the book!

Jean Elliott - February 20, 2013 - 7:39 pm

Oh I would love to win this book! I get the magazine each month and have some of their books. This one looks like it will be loaded with inspiration. Thank you for the opportunity to win it!

Cathleen Alyce - February 20, 2013 - 5:54 pm

What a wonderful giveaway, Carol. Just LOVE their books! I read them over and over. Thank you so much for this great opportunity!!!
Cathleen

Beth Cort-Voltmer - February 20, 2013 - 3:29 pm

Hellooooooo Carol. Would love to WIN the bOoK. I purchased my very first copy of the magazine when I visited Raised in Cotton a couple years ago. Inspiring…both; the magazine and your shop.

Here’s SHINING bright.
Beth Cort-Voltmer

jenni - February 20, 2013 - 3:06 pm

i cannot even say how much a little thing of beauty like this book…..and all the muses on each page…would mean to me right now in my life. thank you for the chance to win….such a thoughtful kindness….

Donna Kelly - February 20, 2013 - 2:46 pm

OOOHHHH…..what a giveaway!!!! I bought the Easter book as a last ‘hurrah’ for me……hubby has just retired and we will be on a fixed income!!!! I thought…I will have the book for years to come and drool over it every chance I get!!! THEN…I found out about the Brilliant Reuse book(!) How exciting….and how exciting that you are having this wonderful opportunity to win!!!! I would love to win WIN W I N this book!!! Thanks for the chance and I really appreciate all you do! Donna K.

Lisa Thompson - February 20, 2013 - 2:33 pm

I love your blog, store and photography. So inspirational. Would love to be the recipient of the new Jeanne D’Arc Living book. Thanks for being so generous.

Teddee Grace - February 20, 2013 - 2:10 pm

Would love to win the Reuse book. Thanks for offering us the chance.

SuZeQ - February 20, 2013 - 1:58 pm

Oh Carol (no, this is not Neil Sedaka singing!!!) … this is such a great giveaway. I’d love to have this publication on my coffee table! Thanks for the generosity.

winifred - February 20, 2013 - 1:20 pm

I am inspired by your blog, website, shop, and photography. Brilliant Reuse could only offer more inspiration for me as I work on our farmhouse!

JoAnn Tyrrell - February 20, 2013 - 12:33 pm

Love the look of this fantastic book. I am hoping to win and use reuse everyday in my life.

Lisa T - February 20, 2013 - 11:56 am

I would love to win your book! Thank you for this offer.

Melody - February 20, 2013 - 11:04 am

I am thrilled to have a chance to win the book Brilliant Reuse. Finding a new “reuse” for items makes me feel clever and thrifty. I look forward to reading this inspirational reuse book to add a new level of glam to my ingenuity. Thanks for the opportunity!

Sue G - February 20, 2013 - 10:20 am

Thank you for this great giveaway, as well as this inspiration that you always offer us.

whitney - February 20, 2013 - 8:46 am

I would LOVE to win any book associated with J’eanne d’Arc – all of their magazines look so lovely!

Karen Taylor - February 20, 2013 - 8:28 am

What a lovely giveaway. Love you blog! I am so addicted to gorgeous photos! I can already visualize myself snuggled under a quilt with a cup of coffee while turning the pages of this gorgeous book.

Barb - February 20, 2013 - 7:20 am

woohoo!! I would so love to win this great book!!

signing up all three places….

thank you

blessings
barb

Laura Marec - February 20, 2013 - 6:40 am

Dear Carol,
What a wonderful opportunity you are providing to win this great guidebook for attaining the beautiful Jeanne d’Arc look! Thank you so much for your generosity by always sharing your thoughts, tips, views and creativity! I love your interesting and artistic blog. Thank you!

June - February 20, 2013 - 4:58 am

I would love it! What a wonderful giveaway!

jmeyersforeman - February 20, 2013 - 3:58 am

I love the idea of re-using, and this book would be a great addition to my collection.

carrie Gunning - February 20, 2013 - 2:50 am

Love it!

Mary - February 20, 2013 - 12:55 am

What a lovely book to add to my collection of favorite books!!! Thank you for the opportunity to maybe win this lovely!

Kristine - February 19, 2013 - 10:17 pm

Carol:
Well it is worth yet another try to win something and so precious and beautiful at that. Hope I win for sure. Think Spring and everything beautiful.
Thanks for this great opportunity.
God Bless
Kristine T.

Kerry Kohrs - February 19, 2013 - 8:24 pm

It looks like a fun book! Hope I win !!!

Melinda - February 19, 2013 - 7:58 pm

I’m leaving a comment here as well, I would love to be entered to win this beautiful book!
Sincerely,
Melinda

Shirley - February 19, 2013 - 6:44 pm

looks like my kind of book! Hope I win–have never entered one of these before.

Beth Rawling - February 19, 2013 - 6:40 pm

Thank you for this wonderful giveaway opportunity. I would love to be entered and am so excited to learn of this new book.

Blessings,
Beth

Robin - February 19, 2013 - 6:28 pm

Oh my! Looks like my sort of book. Would love to be added to the list for the giveaway. thanks!

Julie Bolls - February 19, 2013 - 6:22 pm

That looks wonderfully inspiring. Hope I win! Thanks.

Kate - February 19, 2013 - 4:43 pm

Their publications are always fabulous! Love re-using!
Kate

Dottie - February 19, 2013 - 4:26 pm

I would love to win.

Sue Koons - February 19, 2013 - 4:05 pm

Looks like a gorgeous read! Thank you!

Lisa - February 19, 2013 - 3:50 pm

What a fantastic giveaway! I’d be thrilled to win!

Debbie - February 19, 2013 - 3:33 pm

What a wonderful giveaway. I love Jeanne d’Arc. Reuse is my middle name! Thank you for the generous offer.

Deb - February 19, 2013 - 3:26 pm

The photos you’ve shared from Brilliant Reuse are gorgeous! Thank you for the chance to win a copy.

Claudia - February 19, 2013 - 3:23 pm

What a wonderful looking book. Thanks for the chance to win a copy.

Kathy Hansen - February 19, 2013 - 3:11 pm

Looks like another beautiful book, would love to win!!

Pam W - February 19, 2013 - 2:55 pm

Carol, thank you for the opportunity to own such an amazing book. Looks like it holds an abundance of loveliness-like your blog!

Jennifer - February 19, 2013 - 2:35 pm

What a wonderful new book! Looking forward to it. Thank you for a chance at this lovely giveaway.

Diane Kortuem - February 19, 2013 - 2:28 pm

Love the inspiration, and her incredible talent,hope to be the winner!!!!

Angie - February 19, 2013 - 2:03 pm

I was thrilled to see the subject matter for the newest book – I’d love to win one!

Jenni - February 19, 2013 - 1:26 pm

the pictures you have here make me sigh. i can only imagine what wonder and deliciousness are found on the rest of the pages. i have wanted to subscribe to this magazine for so long. and now here’s a book that gives recycling such a grand and lovely name. i can’t even imagine the creativity that flows from one mind to another as each treasure is snapped up and lovingly given a new life. sigh. again. thank you for a chance to win this incredible book!

Lili - February 19, 2013 - 12:15 pm

Thank you for the chance to win this JDL book. What a great resource it would be!

thyra - February 19, 2013 - 4:47 am

Ohhh goodness…I could sit back and dream a bit….imagine the possibilities of re-loving found objects!

Mrs. T. Alexander - February 19, 2013 - 4:33 am

Oh my goodness… this is wonderful. i love the look of it and can’t wait to open the pages and get inspiration.
WOULD LOVE TO GET MY OWN FREE COPY! if not, will get on the waiting list at the library. OOOHHHH it looks like so much romantic inspiration and ooodles of re-purposing well loved items.
Yes Please enter me…. thank you

Paulette - February 19, 2013 - 4:28 am

It looks like fun. I love to reuse things and repurpose them too. Thanks for a chance to win this book.

Rachel - February 19, 2013 - 4:19 am

Even the cover makes me happy!

Sandie Luck - February 19, 2013 - 4:07 am

How wonderfully generous of you to share a copy of this new book! It is so uplifting to find a reuse for the many things that touch our daily lives and then to have it looking “just right” with whatever life it takes on!! One can always use fresh inspiration!
Joyfully…..~Sandie

Laurie - February 19, 2013 - 3:46 am

This promises to be a beautiful and useful book! Thank you for offering it in this giveaway!

sheenie - February 18, 2013 - 5:10 pm

brilliant reuse! what a fabulous giveaway! please enter my name for the event! hugz sheenie

Loretta Kappmeyer - February 18, 2013 - 4:38 pm

I loved my last copy I got from you at Bottoms Up! The glass box worked perfect for the little mannequin…see you March 1!

Betsy - February 18, 2013 - 2:58 pm

This is so generous of you. Thank you. I can already imagine drooling over the pages of this book!

Tracie Gulit - February 18, 2013 - 2:55 pm

Can’t wait to win a copy! Thank you!

Renee - February 18, 2013 - 2:54 pm

Any way to re-use for decor purposes is up my alley. Looks like a great book! Love your style!

Melissa Himsel - February 18, 2013 - 2:49 pm

It would be great to win this amazing book!

Julie Gibson - February 18, 2013 - 2:49 pm

I have never won these contests before….but I do love the sytle of this magazine. They are not offered in TN and I am always on the look out for them in my travels. Thanks for having a contest for those of us to possibly get a chance to win!!!

jeannette - February 18, 2013 - 2:48 pm

Would love to win this book, please enter my name. Thank you!