Friday, August 21, 2009

Ch-ch-changes



Our dog Maximus is seriously starting to wonder what in the world is going on around this place.

First I'm jumping up and down with glee because my new cushion and pillows for the headboard bench are here....





(Thank you Teresa Porter!)

Then I'm pacing around the house with my cell phone, talking a mile a minute to Kevin about this whole ordeal...



Fleamarket doesn't seem to be phased by all of the commotion though...



...he just eats, and plays, and snoozes in the sawdust, all the live long day. :-)





I have to shoot some more updated photos of the kitchen tomorrow morning. (We're being featured somewhere very exciting soon- stay tuned for the when and where's) The sky was dark almost all afternoon today, which doesn't make for very pretty pictures.
So assuming the sun does in fact come out tomorrow morning, I'll be able to shoot our newly hung plate collection, giant antique mirror, charming antique table, and of course the beautiful new additions to the headboard bench. I'm so impressed with Teresa's handiwork. Make sure you check out her blog. You can find her ad button (which links to her blog) in our Sponsors section on the left!

Have a great weekend y'all!

Layla :-)
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43 comments:

  1. Isabel ZAugust 21, 2009 at 6:04 PM

    What a tease! I can't stand the waiting wondering what the entire picture looks like. I can tell that I am going to love the newest additions to the bench and can't wait to see everything.

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  2. decorator to the starsAugust 21, 2009 at 6:38 PM

    layla, too funny of "fleamarket" it looks like he passed out from the chemicals around him :) gio

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  3. ReidAugust 21, 2009 at 7:13 PM

    Yes, a tease!
    Love the plates!!! Can't wait to see how you did or where you got those puppies/kitties!

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  4. mimiAugust 21, 2009 at 7:31 PM

    Beautiful cushions. I would like to see Teresa's blog. Could please link it on your blog? Thanks.

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  5. Kim @ NewlyWoodwardsAugust 21, 2009 at 7:44 PM

    Oh my gosh. I love every picture in this post. Those pillow and slipcovers... the plates. I'm dying.

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  6. Melissa MillerAugust 21, 2009 at 7:59 PM

    ~WOW! I can't wait to see it all!

    Fleamarket looks so cute and content. I would love to hear more about that little sweeetie and see more videos. Pathetic I know.
    I adore home decorating blogs and here I am wanting to see your kitty.

    Blessings to you for a happy weekend. ~Melissa ;)

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  7. LindseyAugust 21, 2009 at 8:23 PM

    Can't wait to see the new kitchen pictures! I'm sure it looks amazing!

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  8. The Country NestAugust 21, 2009 at 8:32 PM

    No wonder you are jumping up and down, everything is beautiful! Wow and that kitty looks very content. I think his destiny was to be with you!
    I can't wait to see it all put together.
    Donna

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  9. Kim @ Twice RememberedAugust 21, 2009 at 9:00 PM

    I love your platter with the P on it! I can't wait to see the whole collection! I just made a plate with an "A" on it a couple of weeks ago and love it {though the A doesn't mean anything - it was just one of a couple of letters I had on hand - that and an M - which doesn't stand for anything either, lol!}

    Everything is looking great - the photo's are such a great teaser and looking forward to seeing more!

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  10. Joy BeadworksAugust 21, 2009 at 9:03 PM

    Can't wait to see the kitchen.

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  11. SoSoBellaAugust 21, 2009 at 9:14 PM

    that little kitty is so cute :O)

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  12. grace girlAugust 21, 2009 at 9:44 PM

    okay so i have just discovered your blog and am loving it - fleamarket...what can i say - we do not choose our pets, they choose us and you have are the "chosen one"

    cant wait for the big reveal

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  13. Hudson GoodsAugust 21, 2009 at 10:02 PM

    Layla, can't wait for the surprise!

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  14. Sweet Cottage DreamsAugust 21, 2009 at 10:27 PM

    ...looking fabulous so far!!!

    becky

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  15. Carmen @ Life with Sprinkles on TopAugust 21, 2009 at 11:10 PM

    The pillows look fab! So are those real apples in the jar?

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  16. GraceAugust 21, 2009 at 11:21 PM

    I adore your blog! So inspiring!

    Like many other people, I love your kitchen (can't wait for the reveal!). Just one question: do you (or you husband) ever cook? I don't mean that even remotely flippantly, I'm just curious! It always looks so great, so clean, and so gorgeous that I have to wonder! :)

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  17. Megan @ Megity's HandmadeAugust 21, 2009 at 11:21 PM

    I can't wait! Love the pillows from what i can see. Excited to see where you are going to be featured.

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  18. People Who Know Me Would Say:August 22, 2009 at 5:57 AM

    Can't wait to see...but I don't think it will be sunny, with Bill and rain and all.

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  19. Diana@DevineDesignsAugust 22, 2009 at 7:32 AM

    I think your house would be perfect for the new magazine Flea Market Style!

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  20. Misti of Studio M DesignsAugust 22, 2009 at 8:11 AM

    Your cat is cracking me up right in the middle of the sawdust! Always looking forward to seeing what's up your sleeves, girl.

    ~Misti

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  21. HomageAugust 22, 2009 at 8:22 AM

    I LOVE the buttons on the pillows and the ruffle on the cushion. I will definitely check out Teresa's blog. Can't wait to see your finished photos! ~K

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  22. LaurenAugust 22, 2009 at 8:29 AM

    want to see it all!!!! hahahah fleamarket is TOOOO CUTE!!!!

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  23. CaitlinAugust 22, 2009 at 8:29 AM

    I would love plates like those....where did you get them?

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  24. Decor To AdoreAugust 22, 2009 at 8:53 AM

    Oh the little glimpses on your bench look divine!

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  25. PamelaAugust 22, 2009 at 9:03 AM

    Love the pic of Fleamarket! I guess he is staying!? He should!! Too too cute!

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  26. Lynn KellanAugust 22, 2009 at 9:51 AM

    This sounds exciting!

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  27. KatherineAugust 22, 2009 at 11:02 AM

    I love, love the cushion cover with the pleats at the bottom! Beautiful!

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  28. UnknownAugust 22, 2009 at 12:39 PM

    Oh Layla those pillows are just beautiful! Love your blog:)

    T

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  29. Ele at abitofpinkheavenAugust 22, 2009 at 1:12 PM

    Enjoyed visiting you. Can't wait to see more!

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  30. KurtzhalsAugust 22, 2009 at 1:13 PM

    Totally cute ruffle on the bottom of the cushion. Loves it.

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  31. PaulaAugust 22, 2009 at 1:35 PM

    The plate with a P, so cute! Is that in your shop?

    And I love the cushions, they are gorgeous. I just started sewing so I can only imagine what kind of work and talent the little ruffle took :)

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  32. NishantAugust 22, 2009 at 4:10 PM

    too funny of "fleamarket" it looks like he passed out from the chemicals around him


    Work From Home

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  33. LeslieAugust 22, 2009 at 4:53 PM

    wow- can't wait to see all of the bench- looked amazing before- I can't even imagine what it'll look like now!!
    cute little picture of Fleamarket....

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  34. LaurelAugust 22, 2009 at 7:23 PM

    Such a tease you are. Can't wait to see those plates and those cushions look like they are to die for! Plus, I can't be happier for you guys and all the exciting stuff you have goin' on. So exciting. Well, except for the elecrical....that I wouldn't wish on anyone....

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  35. Brenda PruittAugust 22, 2009 at 7:34 PM

    I know. My pets truly live THE life. I dote on them. I wonder what they're thinking sometimes, watching their mom in her multitude of moods!
    Brenda

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  36. Cottage RoseAugust 22, 2009 at 8:56 PM

    So far from what I can see they look really pretty, can't wait to see the whole thing... Love the photo of Fleamarket just sleeping away,, so cute... How exciting for you to have your kitchen shown some where, can't wait to find out where.... love the plates... have a great weekend.

    Hugs;
    Alaura

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  37. AnonymousAugust 22, 2009 at 9:57 PM

    Hi Layla,
    I was wondering when you are going to show more photos of Half Note Cottage.

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  38. AmberAugust 23, 2009 at 1:47 AM

    I adore that pleated cushion cover that is new to your bench! Can't wait to see the updated photos of your kitchen!

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  39. Greet LefèvreAugust 23, 2009 at 9:24 AM

    I am very happy to have discovered your blog!
    I do hope that you will like mine as well!

    Greet

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  40. KaleeAugust 23, 2009 at 10:01 AM

    Fleamarket, what a precious name! He just makes himself comfortable doesn't he? Cute! Love those pillows.

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  41. Diva KreszlAugust 23, 2009 at 7:52 PM

    I was gone for a long weekend and was just checking in and I see you still have little "Fleamarket". He is just too cute and he seems to have made himself quite at home...looks like he just might be yours now!

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  42. Tales From My Empty NestAugust 23, 2009 at 9:32 PM

    Everything is looking so beautiful!! Love the name "Fleamarket" for your kitty! The plates are so awesome. Can't wait to see your surprise. Love & blessings from NC!

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  43. UnknownAugust 24, 2009 at 7:45 AM

    Everything looks marvelous! I'm so pleased to have found your blog,

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