Cheery Interiors

Don't you just love it when you feel like an interior is actually smiling at you?

You know what I mean. I know you do.

Take the photo above for example.

It's cheeriness just makes me want to jump into the picture! The red wicker dining chairs play so nicely with the checkered pattern on the white wicker armchair. The wire, garden-style candelier above the table feels so fun and fresh, its curves ooze whimsy. Greenery and fresh flowers scattered throughout really gives the space a pulse. The width of the planks on the floor echo the width of the planks on the ceiling, like one big, symmetrical bear hug around the rooms.

I can imagine sitting in one of those sweet little bar stools, with their low backs and cushioned seats, and just staring at that delightful plate rack.

And then there's this guy.

From the row of primitive, linen cushion covers, to the most perfect little pumpkin in the world- this photo has me cuckoo for country. I would sit and dream up names for the color of picnic table..."Electric Splash"..."Freshwater"..."Caribbean Coast". The cupboard in the corner, filled with stacks of hearty, brightly-colored mugs and bowls deserves to have its cheeks pinched for providing storage in such an enchanting and cheery way.

Well, another storm is moving in, so it's time to shut off the computer and call it a night.

All of a sudden I'm really happy the Lettered Cottage is made of cinderblocks.

:-)