Thursday, August 20, 2009

The Love Of Shabby Chic


























Yesterday was my road trip to Toledo to see a old friend of many years, Barb... I had to take a picture of Sammie looking up at me as I was going around with my camera taking these pictures... He wouldn't let me alone and kept looking up at me like.." Hey lady, what's with the camera, I thought you came to see me!"
The pictures are several places in Barb's home. Her whole home is whites and pinks and creams...and pink roses as you can see. Now that you have viewed this charming little cottage style home, can you believe it is a 1970 double wide mobile home ?? It was all dark and dingy when she purchased it for less than a used car and has made a comfy place for herself and the two men in her life Sammie and Ollie.... I hope I get down for Christmas so I can share pics with you. She has the most beautiful Christmas decorations all in pinks and creams and has a flair for making it beautiful... She has a porch all decorated and also a outdoor place under her carport living area in a tropical setting with a bar area.... We shared some time and conversation... We did go to a little thrift shop she frequents and I bought a couple objects I will share with you.... That may not happen for a couple days as tomorrow we will be at Auglaize Country Club playing a mixed couple golf outing all day with a pork roast after and Sunday we are going to the lake to visit with the Hornish's.... I may be MIA for a couple days with blogging.... Have a wonderful weekend all. In our area we are suppose to experience a cool down. The days are only suppose to be in the low seventies. That will be nice for the golf however....

13 comments:

kathy said...

Such a lovely home -- Thank you for sharing - Have fun with your special friend - Kathy - ga

Leigh Ann said...

Beautiful home, thanks for sharing. Have a great weekend!
Leigh Ann

Presépio no Canal said...

Beautiful and lovely home! So cosy :) Thank you for the fotos :)

Have a nice week-end :)

Miss Gracie's House said...

What a fun place to visit! Your friend has a gift for making a house into a home...so, so pretty.
Have fun golfing!
Rene'

Evil Lily said...

Wow! She did a fantastic job on her home! I am in LOVE with anything shabby chic. People find this strange since I am actually considered a "goth!" Haha! I have a mix of shabby chic and dark victorian and old castle in my home. Believe it or not, but it actually works.

**back to ogle the photos**

Anonymous said...

I love all the pictures, but the chaise and the coffee table are my favorites...

Beautiful pictures!

If you get a chance, stop by my Blog for a visit and say hi!
Have a great day,
Aimee

Sandi said...

Gorgeous home! She has done a wonderful job! Glad you had a fun time and a safe trip.
Blessings~

Illuminated Manuscripts Workshop said...

Really charming! Who would believe it's a mobile home -- please tell your friend she has don an amazing job. She sould think of doing photo styling.

Blessings,
Rosalind

The Victorian Parlor said...

Wow-her home is beautiful!!! I love the soft colors and of course the pink roses:). I love the cat sneaking into the picture!

Blessings,

Kim

Faded Plains said...

A double wide you say...you'd never guess it. She did a beautiful job making it her own.

Cindy said...

Wow, it's beautiful! I LOVE her chaise! Now I want one!

Sherry Williams said...

Wow! Her home is gorgeous..she really has a soft and romantic style. Thanks for sharing the pictures with us!

BALLET NEWS said...

Was that a cupcake I spied ?? Hello, I had to leave a note for you to say how fabulous your blog is. Your posts are interesting and very creative, and I love your pictures. Perfection !

Thank you for sharing them all and best wishes.. enjoy the rest of the weekend...