Well, it ain't pretty in the slightest, nor is it the least bit "Christmas-ey",
but I figured I owed you guys some house shots, so here they are.
In case you're not up to speed, we are currently vying for the Guinness World Record
for the longest relocation from one house to another.
I think we have a pretty good chance to win!
We're still not moved in, so that would account for the sparseness of decor.
We're still not moved in, so that would account for the sparseness of decor.
What you're seeing:
The Master Bedroom.
What's going to change:
Obviously, there will be bed linens.
Still looking for window treatments.
And nothing has been hung on the walls yet.
See that circa 1990s Broyhill dresser on the left in the pic above?
It's going to be painted and the knobs will be changed out.
It's going to be painted and the knobs will be changed out.
The little nightstand to the left of the bed
will move to the guest bedroom and be replaced
with something more substantial.
will move to the guest bedroom and be replaced
with something more substantial.
Looking out from the Master into the entry hallway...
Moving across the hallway...
What you're seeing:
The Living Room
What's going to change:
There will be some rugs down.
There will be new window treatments.
The furniture placement will change,
and there are several more large pieces coming in here.
And this?
Just a little sneak peek at my dreamy
Carol Hicks Bolton sofa.
Carol Hicks Bolton sofa.
Back home in Fredericksburg at last,
home of the original, iconic Homestead store where I purchased it
So that's it for now.
I can't wait for you to see
how it ends up all pulled together.
I can't wait for you to see
how it ends up all pulled together.
Have a happy week ahead,
and this SHOULD be the week when I'm able to reveal my secret! ;-)
and this SHOULD be the week when I'm able to reveal my secret! ;-)
Hugs,
The suspense is killing me all around girl! Love the backdrop to your gorgeous home! Have a wonderful week! lulu
ReplyDeleteHi Anne,
ReplyDeleteWell at least you are having fun playing house!
It's really looking beautiful. Love all your furniture pieces and I know it's going to be so lovely.
hugs
Sissie
That living room is gorgeous. The sofa and chair so perfect. Just think how much character you are building in setting this record! merry♥O
ReplyDeleteVisions of sugarplums and decked out rooms - you're getting there, and we are enjoying seeing the process! xo...Cathy
ReplyDeletei can't wait to see what you do to the broyhill dresser! we have a very similar one by thomasville that i've been considering for a makeover. you may have the record on moving but i think we have the one on how long it takes to renovated a bathroom...going on 6 months!
ReplyDeletejudi
Hi Anne... everything is looking wonderful... your photos even make a cardboard box sitting on a mattress waiting to be unpacked look inviting! Cannot wait any longer for your secret... what is it, pretty please???? xoxo Julie Marie
ReplyDeleteBEEEEEAAAAAAUUUUUTTTTTIIIIIFUL! Can't wait for more, can't wait for more! GIVE US MORE:) HUGS!
ReplyDeleteLooks great right now, you've got so many great pieces- the Carol Bolton sofa, the deco syle cabinet in your hall- and those wood floors- can't wait to see what it looks like when you get it all fluffed out.
ReplyDeleteI know it will look fabulous when you get done. I just love that Paris rug in the entry hall!!!
ReplyDeleteAnd seriously, I'm dying to know your secret!
Love it so far! And I can't wait to hear your secret :)
ReplyDeleteLove how it is going!! Cant wait to find out your secret!!!! Hugs,Rachel
ReplyDeleteHow exciting! So many gorgeous things already... can not wait to see more! :)
ReplyDeleteI like what I see already. Love those wood floors too! Keep the photos coming . Judy
ReplyDeleteI CAN'T wait to see the after photos. I like what I see so far but dying for the final shots!
ReplyDeleteJeanine
That house has so much character. It is the perfect backdrop for all of your favorite pieces. I understand why you were so in love with it. It is perfection.
ReplyDeleteAhh Anne...it's all looking so good already! I love love love that sofa...lordy me! It's gawjus!! I'm excited for you and can't wait to see more pics!
ReplyDeleteTammy :-)
JUNK WILD
Oh.....I don't know how you can stand it! You are one patient girl! LOL...can't wait to see what's going to happen.
ReplyDelete**Tami
Uhhh yep. I still have sofa envy. Now I have house envy on top of it. Oy! ;)
ReplyDeletexx, shell
I still can't get over how cool your new house is, Anne. I adore the way the rooms flow, the big windows, the windowed door in your bedroom, all the wood floors......soooo pretty! I can imagine how much fun you're going to have dressing it up once you get all moved in! If you need votes for that Guinness record, you've got mine! lol!
ReplyDeletexoxo laurie
Hi Anne, everything is looking wonderful, can't wait to see more... love the Carol Bolton sofa!!!
ReplyDeletehugs~~~ Daphne
Fun to see your pretty pieces finally moving in! I'm looking forward to seeing more and hearing about your new adventure! XO
ReplyDeleteI am completely charmed by it already...can't wait to see it finished. Enjoy the season Anne!
ReplyDeletemind if I drool on your sofa...?
ReplyDeleteIt's coming along!! Let me know when you are officially in, okay? xo Ann
ReplyDeleteAnne,
ReplyDeleteOnly you could have a sparsely decorated home look beautiful! I like it so far; the hall rug is awesome as is the living room furniture. I love it! This is so much fun to see, but I am sorry that you have had such a long wait to get into the house. I hope you will be soon!
Hugs,
Nancy
It will be WONDERFUL!!!!
ReplyDeleteBlessings
barbara jean
Love how the house is coming together - your furniture is so yummy! I don't know how you are keeping a secret this long .. I always spill the beans.
ReplyDeleteAnne, I feel the same way... It seems as though we will never move into the new little house! This week I was feeling disapointed that we will not be in the house for Christmas, so I decided to just enjoy the whole process of getting there. I think the planning and dreaming of how it will all eventually be is part of the fun. kind of like planning a vacation is part of the fun... ( :
ReplyDeleteI am so excited to see your home complete.
Have a pretty day!
Kristin
I LIKE what I see! Can't wait to see more!!
ReplyDeleteTake care, Sue
Things are really looking great! Everything is going to come right together. You have done a lot, even though you may not think so. I am so excited to find out about your secret. I don't wait very well, but I promise to try!!!Have a wonderful week. Love & blessings from NC!
ReplyDeleteYou will have it exactly like you want it soon! It takes time and you have the touch. I think it looks great and I know you are just happy to be in! Have a great week!
ReplyDeleteHow fun! House looks awesome.~Enjoy Kim
ReplyDeleteIt's beautiful and it's going to be more beautiful. Love keeping up with it all.
ReplyDeleteIt's looking good, Sweetie Pooh!! Can't wait till you have all things in this sweet house and you put all your magic to it.
ReplyDeleteBe a sweetie,
Shelia ;)
Bless your heart girl! I know this is wearing on you! But hopefully it will all be done and over soon!
ReplyDeleteTheresa
aka:TOT
Amazing !! i can't wait till everthing is done !!...please go for it girl and show us you new home with your decorating !! ....are you live their before christmas???....love Ria..
ReplyDeleteHi Anne,
ReplyDeleteHow are you?
Love your house pictures!!!! And the wood and green bench in front of the bed, fabulous!!
Wishing you a lovely day,
Rozmeen
Home coming will never be as sweet as the one just around the bend.
ReplyDeleteDebbie
I really love this house, Anne. You must be so excited almost be moved in. Which magazine will you be photographing it for when you're done?!!
ReplyDeleteJust love your new home ~ looking so wonderful!
ReplyDeleteYou know...everything you are going through, the move, the secret, work, the holidays...you just keep smiling ~ and teasing us!!!
Can't wait....hurry up!
xo
Sandi
Hi Anne, I had to come back for another look... I want a little farmhouse so bad!... we had the one we built over 25 years ago that I posted about some time ago, but moved when greedy developers took over the countryside around us and put in billions of cookie cutter houses that all looked the same and spoiled everything... but I want to move to a new "old" one... I LOVE your transom window and your door with the lace panel in your bedroom... so reminds me of my grandma's home... I want transom windows and doors like that in every room of my house!... hope you don't mind if I keep inviting myself back... xoxo Julie Marie
ReplyDeleteIt just oozes charm Anne. Fluffing the nest is so fun...excited for you:)
ReplyDeleteIt is already so
ReplyDeleteYOU, Anne! And
my heart is all
aflutter about your
big reveal.....
Nothing better than
Christmas secrets : )!!
Happy Monday,
xx Suzanne
I love the feel of it Anne- the way the light filters in...perfection!
ReplyDeleteHappy new week my friend.
xo~
T
Everything worthwhile takes time and I know you will have it all looking fabulous when the time is right. I loved the picture of your hubby working on a dresser with kitty watching from the top. Just adorable! We need a Physics and Chemistry teacher at school so send him on over to Kuwait. HA! Hope all is well. I know how it is being busy all the time. The days are just flying. Wishing you all the best, Tammy
ReplyDeleteYour house is just filled with potential. It's already fantastic as is. I can't wait to see the finished results. I'm loving your "Paris" mat btw...
ReplyDeleteDELICIOUS SOFA!
ReplyDeleteOooh, a secret! I love secrets.......
xxx
Hurrah, at last we are seeing glimpses of your new home. I so love seeing all your bits and pieces, and I am trying to imagine how everything will look when you have implemented the changes you have planned. Oh do hurry up, please, the suspense is just too much ;-)
ReplyDeleteno rush of course...but hurry up!!
ReplyDeletelol
xo+blessings,
Anne Marie
The house looks fabulous. I love what I am seeing so far.
ReplyDeleteDebby
Oh anne Love once you had the fence man sorted I thought you'd be 'home & hosed'....Yet here I pop back for a quick look see to see you are STILL going back & forward....NEVER MIND....I'm sure the end is in sight & I'm LOVIN' the beginning.... :o) !!!
ReplyDeleteTHANKS for sharing your pics & plans....I'm lookin' forward to seeing you both snuggled in safe & sound before Christmas....Yeah....??
Oh & your SECRET....I WONDER what that could be....????
Cheers for now,
Tamarah :o)
Your new home seems to have a lot of wonderful light, and what I see so far of your moving in looks great in it! You and Mr. Twig are perfect for this house becasue you know how to dress it in its appropriate finery and I am so enjoying each post!
ReplyDeleteI'll be checking to read about your secret, Anne!
Hugs,
LAurie
Anne, a slow move is like a slow dance. Enjoy it! ;-)
ReplyDeleteSeriously, just think how organized you'll be once the move is complete. It's all looking good. ~ Sarah
Can't wait to see it all come together! loving that Paris rug :)
ReplyDeleteIT'S A PROCESS DARLING!!!!!!!!!!!!Enjoy the dance! Hugs!
ReplyDeleteCharlene
Oh Anne, it will be wonderful! I would bet my last dollar on that...
ReplyDeleteHave fun with it!
Hope your holiday is going well
Blessings
Rebecca
If one day you come home and the cabinet in your entryway - along with the chair in your living room should be missing...
ReplyDeleteI promise I'll leave a pocketbook in their places.
;-D I LOVE IT!!!
xoxoxoxoxoxo
robelyn
Can't wait to see the finished product.... But the bones are yummy.... You are the MOST organized mover I've ever seen.... even if it is taking a little while.
ReplyDeleteWarm blessings,
Spencer
Anne, well you DID throw a gorgeous piece of lace over the mattress! ;-) You're on your way! And in your master bedroom, that little built-in cupboard and the style of the door to the left of it....on my!!! Talk about charming! Your house already has such good bones and so much character. Your personal touches are going to make it a HOME!
ReplyDeleteHugs! DIane
Shoulda, coulda, woulda...c'mon girl...give!
ReplyDeleteD
So far FABULOUS!!!! So glad you are going to use linens in the bedroom;)lol
ReplyDelete~Debra xxx
Capers of the vintage vixens
Lovin' that Paris rug and that huge lantern sitting right there in the Master. It's so exciting watching you move in!! xoxo ~Lili
ReplyDeleteI just LOVE IT ALL Anne!!! I can see it all finished in my mind ~ your new home is so wonderful and I love the pieces you have...and the sofa?? I'm over here drooling!!!! It's just gorgeous!!! We've been here since the middle of September and I'm just now hanging photos the middle of December ~ good grief, I'm slow as molasses....hugs and love, Dawn
ReplyDeleteI LOVE your house!!!!!
ReplyDeleteIt's got so much character & charm <3
ohhhh, it's looking really good, anne! i know you're so excited.
ReplyDeleteit's been forever since i've visited - got craig married, the rehearsal dinner done completely by me and i am proud to say that it didn't kill me.
close.
but i'm still standin':)
Christmas is over and i leave on friday to go to michigan to get my mother.
hope you had a wonderful Christmas!
ttfn, jan