Friday 27 August 2010

One room at a time

The castle is a work in progress, unpacking that is.

I have one room completely unpacked and give or take a few minor things, almost how I want it.

Crystal, comports, pearls and sparkles on my Great Grandmothers dressing table.

The dressing table has been passed through four generations of my family, my mum wants to strip it back to its original wood but I like the chippy layers of generation paint!

The fur coat belonged to my great, great Aunty Maggie, she bought it to celebrate the passing of her husband. Yes I did say celebrate!!!

The fireplace is what I look at from my bed, shame it's blocked up, imagine lying in bed with a fire roaring!

This photo was taken standing in my living room. I have huge double doors to close the bedroom off but really love how the two rooms flow into each other.

That's all for now.

Take care
Rachaelxo

12 comments:

Fete et Fleur said...

This is truly a beautiful home. Blessings are reigning down on you and the Princess. I love what you're doing with this space, and look forward to seeing more.

xoxo
Nancy

Connie said...

I soooooo love your new home, sweetpea! I think the Princess will actually think she is one in that new spot.
xoxo,
Connie

Jen said...

loving your new home too
and pleased your making it truly yours

Sarah - Red Gingham said...

It's looking fantastic!! You have just the right things to put in it too. It's clearly made for you two. Yes it's a shame about the fireplace. Why anyone would board them up is beyond me. Enjoy the rest of the unpacking. It always takes so long.

Sugar Bear said...

What beautiful details in your new home!
Karla

Anonymous said...

Love that dressing table! Definitely leave as is....

Joan - South Island, New Zealand. said...

It is lovely to see you setting up your new home. What lovely things you have.
Lots of good wishes to you.

Anonymous said...

Ahhh...my heart feels all warm fluffies for your new place and the love and attention you are putting into dressing it up...hugs!!
Gail xx

Great-Granny Grandma said...

What a lovely room. You've given it such a special touch. Can't wait to see pics of the rest of the rooms when you're done. This belongs in a decorating magazine. :-)

Jillian's Bella Rosa Antiques said...

Wow! This is a really neat place. You are making it look fabulous. So happy for you!

Jillian
Bella Rosa Antiques

Tara said...

Your bedroom is fab..Love the dresser and french doors..xx

Bethany said...

I had to pop back and and say I agree with you about the chippy dresser!! I love the way it looks!! The double layer of drapes is too pretty too with the contrasting patterns...you've done a great job with all the decor I must say :)