HAPPY BIRTHDAY, AMERICA!
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Can you believe the 4th of July is right around the corner? I know that I am having a hard time accepting how quickly the year is passing!
Have you made your plans for celebrating the 4th of July this year? I am not sure what exactly we will be doing but I know the house will be decked out in Red, White & Blue!
My 4th of July preparations always include some thyme thinking about 4th of July celebration memories that involved my parents. One of my favorites is when my Mom was honored in parade for all her community activities. She was active in so many organizations. She really loved her country!
Three Cheers for the Red, White & Blue
Another memory involves the first time I made this Red, White & Blue Salad! I made it for a 4th of July cookout we were having with my parents and another family friend. My first try was a little crooked, but it was still very delicious!
Red, White & Blue Layered Jello Salad
And of course, the many parades I marched in twirling my baton!
Ok, that is enough of the memories, let’s get to decorating!
The Marble Topped Chest
Simply moving a few pieces of furniture around can give your home a new look! By moving this chest to our dining room, I gained access to some additional storage options as well!
Before-
The marble topped chest of drawers was my paternal grandfather’s. It is a great place to store matches and candles in case of a power outage. I also store extra batteries for the battery operated candles. The bottom area offers a place to store candle holders and some vintage glasses that belonged to my grandmother.
This is obviously an old picture of the chest of drawers. The corner cabinet that you can see reflected in the mirror was re-painted and now looks like this:
Tips for a Beautifully Decorated Hutch
The oak framed mirror leaning on top of the chest was something my Mother found at an antique store in Rabbit Hash, KY many years ago. Where is Rabbit Hash you ask? It is a small town along the banks of the Ohio River. My parents and I as well as some girls from the office I worked at at the time took a trip to Rabbit Hash on year over the Labor Day holiday. To learn more about Rabbit Hash and our day trip, please see The Story Behind the Mirror
After-
As part of my reorganization process, I decided to move the marble topped chest to our dining area. It made a lot of sense to move it for a variety of reasons. The table that was there is now in the entryway waiting to be repainted.
A few Close ups
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These are the silk flowers I have in the crock. I added a few sprigs of faux baby’s breath and a greenery bouquet to the roses
this greenery bouquet is similar to the one I used
These bolt cutters are similar to the ones I have. The bolt cutters are so handy when you need to cut silk flower bushes or garlands apart.
I like to keep several of the wrought iron plate or bowl holders on hand. They come in various sizes. The first one is like the one I used to hold the large platter
these hold smaller plates
These battery candles are similar to the ones I have. They do not come with batteries. They require 2 AA batteries for each candle. These are suitable for use outdoor as well as for indoor use. This is a set of 6 candles and it comes with a remote control!
AA batteries
Sugar mold – dark stain
Sugar mold – white only has three holes
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