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Wednesday, August 18, 2010

A Teaser...



My new front door...
It comes with its own skeleton key.

Seriously....
could I have designed this any better if I tried ?

We did the walk through today, it all looks good!
Now, if the bank can just get their ducks lined up, we'll sign the papers Friday.

I took 75 pics today of the empty house,
and I promise to post most if not all of them before the end of the week.
Be sure to take the tour on my sidebar to tide you over until then.

You want another teaser?

You see these killer signs on our barns?






They're all staying!!!
Somebody pinch me, I thought for sure  
the owner would be taking these babies with him.

Squeeeee!!!!



84 comments:

vintage girl at heart said...

Oh my Goodness!!! Love the skeleton key and the signs...what a sweet deal!!!
Blessings for a smooth closing!!

Love the Decor! said...

This place is sooo amazing!!
Cannot wait to see more : )

LuLu said...

Oh my goodness how exciting!!!
xo,
LuLu

Julie Marie said...

I'm so happy for you Anne... can I come live with you????? LOVE the vintage signs! Can't wait to see everything else... xoxo Julie Marie

Aoife.Troxel said...

You're so lucky! I hope it all goes smoothly with the house, and congrats!
I'm excited for you! Squeeee!

Country Wings in Phoenix said...

Oh Anne Sweetie...
I am in heaven for you. You had me at the skeleton key. How absolutely adorable. I love the CocaCola sign and that John Deere oh my gosh, I am thrilled for you. What fun you two are going to have making it your place of love.

I am anxiously awaiting the photos. I don't want any peeks, I want to see them in your post. Congratulations sweet friend. I couldn't be happier for you all. Home in time for the holidays. How special is that going to be?

Love ya girl, Many hugs, Sherry

Linda @ A La Carte said...

Can't wait! Just a few more days (I hope)!!

gail@My Repurposed Life said...

wow! I'm soooo happy for you! Good luck! congrats!
gail

Lolo @ The Adventures of Stig and Lolo said...

WOW! Seriously?! How amazing to have an actual door that has a skeleton key (not to mention the FRONT door!) and also the fact that noone ever switched it out....awesome girl!!
Cant wait to see ALL of you pics so we can live vicariously through you :D
CONGRATS again!!!

Brynwood Needleworks said...

It just gets better and better! Love your new digs.
xoxo
Donna

mzzterry said...

what a blessed life you are living. i hope you realize that!! i am a bit green with envy....congrats!! ;)

Rachel Noelle Pallas said...

* I cant wait to see the whole door!LOVE the skeleton key..and those signs..how cool!Congrats!!!* Blessings, RAchel

Rosemary said...

What an amazing place, and those signs, wow!!
Just like you see on that American pickers show.
Love the door with the special key, how cool is that!!
Lucky girl, can't wait to see more pictures.
xo,
Rosemary

Wanda @ Just Vintage said...

I will not be jealous.
I will not be jealous.
I will not be jealous.
Sigh. Yes I am. Guess I need to write that 100 times. In long hand. LOL
Seriously though, I'm so happy for you! Can't wait to see the pictures and watch as you start to decorate it. So glad I found your blog.

Anonymous said...

Love the key,cant wait to see more of the 75 pics lol.I guess I would of taken about 100 if it were me though hah.

Happy Thursday ahead Anne!

Anonymous said...

That front doorknob is awesome! Lucky girl!! I'm so excited for you... congratulations! And all those signs... yipee!!
I can't wait to see all your pictures. Enjoy the rest of your week (how can you not)!
Hugs ~ Jo

Ribbonwood Cottage said...

Wow Anne, this is so exciting. We get so excited over rust...and old signs...oh yes we do! Love that barn too. I'm a barn gal...I have one and I love it! I'm so excited for you. And that front door with the key...oh my gosh!
You are blessed!
Debbie

Lili said...

YOU were meant for that house! That is SO exciting! ~Lili

Unknown said...

I hope closing goes well for you. I love the vintage John Deere signs. They would be a huge hit with my guys.

Courtney ~ French Country Cottage said...

Love the skeleton key!!! Score on the signs staying, too!!! Lucky you!!! Your blog is so charming- new follower here! :)

Crystal Rose Cottage said...

So cool! Excitement is mounting!!!!~Hugs, Patti

Debra@CommonGround said...

Is this my new guesthouse?

Beatnheart said...

Oh Happy Day! Your deserve all your good fortune sweet Anne...Just make sure “American Pickers” don’t snitch those signs off...all the very best...and have a wonderful journey fixing up the new place...

Blondie's Journal said...

Ahhhh...this is the icing on the cake!! Love all the old stones and bricks behind the barn, too. You can have lots of fun with those!

xoxo
Jane

Barbara said...

Oh my word Anne I love it, such character it has, and the old barns and signs wow, that is definitely a find, Love it would love to live there, that glass door know is really something, it reminds me of m Grandmas old house in Parkhill Ontario, Canada loved your blog Barbara

www.MaisonStGermain.com said...

I am soooooo happppppy for you!!!!!!! This is just so darn exciting:) Can't wait to see pics.
~Debra XXX
Blog; Capers of the vintage vixens

Patina said...

Don't be surprised if Frank and Mike, from American Pickers, show up at your door! You've got some great signs there! Can't wait for pics...but then again I guess I have to!

Tricia said...

You lucky girl you...love the key and that doorknob is fab! The signs are dreamy too.
Hugs~
T

Laura @ 52 FLEA said...

I want your barns almost as much as your house....no maybe more!!!
Good thing you can't see me....I'm a little green...with envy! shame on me!
My toes hurt from keeping em crossed so long for you....Friday is almost here!...can't wait for pics.
:)

Theresa said...

Love it Anne! Just gorgeous! The key and the signs are just too much for me:) Have a wonderful evening!

Mindy said...

Ha! Great signs! Good for you! ~Mindy

hilary@oldhousetruelove said...

oh my... the signs!! you lucky girl!

Jennifer {Studio JRU} said...

How exciting! That front door peek is amazing... and those signs... *swoon*. :)

Sissie's Shabby Cottage said...

American Pickers are gonna be callin you girl! LOL!

Can't wait to see the inside.

hugs
Sissie

Rose Garden Romantic said...

Those signs are so cool! Can't wait to see more photos!!!
Michelle

Itchin' Stitchin' said...

Oh Anne I am so happy for you!!! It looks like the housing gods are smiling and being nice this week, as things are looking bright for us too! Can't wait to see all your pictures.

Alice said...

Oh my, does it get any better? Friday is almost here!!!!!!!!

Garden Antqs Vintage said...

Wow Anne, your place is just absolutely beautiful. I could see you for many years to come, sitting on your porch, on a cool evening (we do occassionally have those in Texas don't we). Happy for you, T

Lisa said...

Oh how great! I am sorry the bank is taking so long! I cannot wait to see your beautiful new home!
Hugs, Lisa

Sue said...

Okay, you got me with the signs! The front door was the first tease, but I LOVE old vintage signs! Those are awesome, especially since they are staying!

Take care, Sue

Life on the Edge said...

The door and the crystal door handle are really beautiful! It's beyond charming. I love that you get to keep those signs too! What luck!

Kady
Life on the Edge

nannykim said...

Oh, wow...can't wait....hope I don't forget and miss it!

Unknown said...

How exciting! I have my fingers crossed for Friday.

FairfieldHouse said...

Anne,

I love the signs on the barn! I collect antique signs. The Fairfield House came with a huge ring of skeleton keys -- one for each of the doors in the house! Yes, we use them all. It's the only way to lock the doors. So happy for you!

Your Friend,
Deborah

Unknown said...

Can't wait to see the pictures! Ooooooooh! How cool you get the signs. Those are really neat!

Hugs,
Nancy

COTTAG3 said...

Score! Love that doorknob and key!

gail said...

Anne, I wish you all the best. Having gone through the house buying 5 times (can't believe it's that many) I know how hard it is sitting on the fence waiting for the t's to be crossed. Your're so excited-I guess it's like waiting for Santa Clause! I'm sure it will all go smoothly and Friday will be here before you know it.
Best,
gail
adventuresininnkeeping.blogspot.com

Simply Jessabells said...

Oh I'm so happy for you!! Love the key and the signs. Obviously the owner hasn't seen the American Pickers show yet. Hee-hee! I won't tell. lol.

Best of luck this week and congrats!

Jessica

Preppy Mama said...

That is so awesome! I am so happy for you. Those signs are an "american pickers" dream!!

Glenda said...

You must be so excited. I love everything about it. I'm so glad I started blogging when I did, because I will get to see all the wonderful things you will do with your lovely old/new home. Can't wait!
~G~
hugs

Ticking and Toile said...

Oh my goodness!! That is so awesome! So YOU girl!! Can't wait until you get in there!

xo,
Shellagh

75 and sunny today....ahhhh....;)

Unknown said...

Wonderful news, everything looks like you...signing on Friday, thats 2 days away...I would love to have a house like that...sweet dreams for you and Mr.Twig...
Love it.
glenda

Sarah said...

Looking forward to seeing more! What a wonderful property for you and Mr. Twig. ~ Sarah

Anonymous said...

Hi Anne! Oh, great! You have a skeleton key! OOHHH, I saw that scary movie! :)
Love the glass doorknob and your signs! You've got vintage signs and a coke sign! John Deere! Oh, how wonderful! Rest up, you've got lots to do! :)
Be a sweetie,
shelia ;)

Grandma Yellow Hair said...

Honey your home is beautiful. I know you must be on cloud nine as I would be for sure.
Those signs are really great and their all yours now.
I am looking for a Mrs. Bairds Bread sign for my screen door in the kitchen. My dad retired from there and would love to put it on my door. Let me know if you find one.
Love
Maggie

Jane said...

The house I grew up in had a front door with a skeleton key. My parents finally replaced the door...the door went home with my brother and I took the key!
The signs on the barns are wonderful....don't let the American Pickers try to buy them from you!
Jane

Prior said...

Squeeeel! Love it!

Made In The South said...

I am sure Fri. will not get here soon enough. I can't wait to see the new pictures. Any time there is a change in life it can be so exciting. I hope to see you at Round Top this fall, Missy

Jaime Haney said...

OMG, it's like the universe has been hiding this house since who knows when and saved it just for you... I'm quite jealous. It looks fabulous. I would seriously be willing to hop on a plane if you ever have an "open house" to see it all dolled up with your magical touch! You are truly blessed... enjoy :)

belgd said...

:O

Julia @ Vintage with Laces said...

I love your barn, Anne and the signs are so cool! Hopefully you'll be able to move into your new house soon. I'm excited for you :-)!
Hugs,
Julia

Tracie~MyPetiteMaison said...

Hi Anne,
That's fantabulous! I want to be your neighbor just so I can live next to your house and get a really good look inside! How neat about the skeleton key, so very happy for you!
xo~Tracie

MJ said...

So happy for you. I wish you many happy days in your new home. The door looks wonderful, im a sucker for old hardware too. I love the John Deere sign on the barn...omg....you have a barn. So cool. Cant wait to see more pics, Ive taken the tour many times but I will do it again for good luck. Blessings to you!

Cottage Panache said...

Anne, watch out for those American Picker guys ~ those signs are what they just love to find! Can't wait to see the pictures.
hugs,
Maureen

Rozmeen said...

This place is awesome!!! Love the skeleton key and the signs...

Cant wait to see more.

Hugs my friend,
Rozmeen

Hearts Turned said...

Are you kidding me, Anne???? A skeleton key for the front door A.N.D. those fabulous vintage signs?????? You are one lucky girl, my friend!

Can't wait to see more!

Sweet dreams!

Julie

Dorthe said...

Hi sweetie,
Your front door, is one to dream of--I so hope you can call it all yours, tomorrow Anne.
This place holds the most wonderfull surroundings, love the signs,too.
Love and hugs, Dorthe

Sandi~A Cottage Muse said...

Those signs are incredible!! Don't be surprised if Mike & Frank show up thinking it's a good place to pick!!

ROSE VINE COTTAGE said...

OMG all I can say is it all looks "perfect"!! I am so excited for you (;

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Ness Lockyer said...

Looks great and I love your signs. We have a skeleton key for our doors to and it is like having a ring of old jail keys...I love them. Your house is going to be awesome.
Ness xx

Urban Farmgirl said...

~ Breathe, breathe, breathe ~

Ok, I think I am ok to type this post now. So I am going to scream out loud in my office now "WHATTT????" Are you the luckiest girl on the planet??? That is unreal. First and gorgeous house, then I see it has property...and now a skeleton key with a super gorgeous glass door knob?? Too much, girl...just too much.

Thats it. I'm packin' my bags and movin' to Texas. Anything in the 'hood' for sale?? ;o)

I am a good neighbor that will mow your lawn while you are away and bring you treats when you are sick. Really. I am a good neighbor.

~mary~

trash talk said...

Many more teasers like this one and you may just find your name written on a bathroom wall!
Loving the key. Only in the hill country could you feel safe with just a skeleton key for security!
Debbie

saltbox
treasures
said...

Hi. Love your home; can't wait to see all the pics! What a door!!! Those are killer signs!!! Lucky you! Hope all works out on Friday!
~ Julie

The Rustic Victorian said...

We are all so excited for you!!! Love the tease.
I hope we get to see a happy dance video!
Love
Marcie

Kristin @ My Uncommon Slice of Suburbia said...

Oh my goodness, can you see my huge smile beaming through you monitor?
XOXO
Kristin

red.neck chic said...

So.............. the John Deere one is mine, right? RIGHT?!!!? Dang!!!

Love it!!! I'm gonna be all excited tomorrow 'til I know you are signed, sealed, delivered and movin' IN!!! Then I'll be EVEN MORE EXCITED!!!

;-D robelyn

Ms. Bake-it said...

Oh my goodness, you lucky lucky lady!! I love the door and all those signs on your new barn! How awesome! I cannot wait to see all the pictures!

~ Tracy

Daphne Nicole & Lynda Cade said...

Oh Anne, I'm so happy for you! Can't wait to see all of the pictures you have taken!!! and WOW, what great signs!!! hugs~~~ Daphne

Brenda Pruitt said...

Naw! Pinch me. Surely the ex-owners will see the error of their ways! I am so jealous.
Brenda

Anonymous said...

We're all jumpin' up & down with you, Anne! HOW UBERLY EXCITING!!!
:)
Zuzu

Mosaic Magpie said...

Anne,
Be careful showing those signs, you will have American Pickers, knocking on your door! Great, exciting time for you.
Debbie

karlascottage.typepad.com said...

What a door!! Our old farmhouse came with a wonderful door, too, but for weather proofing to prevent cold Kansas, winter winds coming through, and for safety's sake, we had to put up a "real" door with good lock on it. I saved the old door and used it at the top of the stairway, though. I just love it, and am sorry it wasn't practical for the front of the house. I hope you get to keep yours there!!

Unknown said...

you must be so excited! how wonderful to see it all empty and start from scratch!! have fun and don't work too hard! sending you hugs!! susan


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