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| Burlap Luxe kitchen photos by Dore A relaxed atmosphere A quiet place for a single place setting atop a sawhorse table I created for these moments. |
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| The comforts of a French chair wrapped in linen. |
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| Where Nordic greets relaxed French elegance. |
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| Wild birds are welcome to sing. |
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| Nest in comfort of old. |
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| A room alive with morning light, and a French cupboard beginning to fill up with earthware, ironstone and china. The cabinet turned into a cupboard was an out dated TV unit filled with doors and side drawers that pulled out for VHS movies. I cut this 27" inch deep cabinet down the middle making it 13" in depth; added shelving and exterior siding with a coat of whiteness making this a focal piece tucked in the corner. Inspiring the next useless piece to become something. |
Bonjour mon amie! Everything looks fantastic and that last photo of the chandelier with the dripping candle is perfection in the French sense. Your sawhorse table is EXQUISITE! The marriage of Nordic and French is made in Heaven on Earth, right in your own home. Thank you always, always, for the inspiration!
ReplyDeleteBONNE JOURNÉE! Anita
How beautiful, Dore. Your home is fantastic. Love it all.
ReplyDeleteHugs from here
Your corner is absolutely gorgeous!
ReplyDeleteWhat a beautiful corner! I love the pictures, hugs Mira!
ReplyDeleteSuch a tranquil corner to pause and reflect on the day's happenings!
ReplyDeleteSuch a lovely, and serene room, Dore. I look at your beautiful photographs, and then look up from my computer at our tiny cottage and see how very much we share in common. It brings a smile to my face.
ReplyDeleteThis year. This summer. I'll be painting several of my furniture pieces Nordic/French rustic gray. I can't wait!
BTW... your little nest is on it's way.
xo,
Lin
Your style is absolutely exquisite, down to the very last detail, Dore!! My eyes were immediately drawn to the charming white candelabra. So lovely!!
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Good morning dear Dore! You have made it impossible to choose a favorite thing here! I absolutely love it all. The chair, and it's quiet elegance, the utilitarian style of the saw horse, yet it makes quite a statement all on it's own. The cupboard! Who would have ever guessed this was once a boring entertainment unit. It is all perfectly soulful Dore. A beautiful corner, I'd love to just sit, and ponder. Have a great day my friend, Christel
ReplyDeleteI love looking at your photographs. They truly are a work of art.
ReplyDeleteLisa
Leeshideaway.blogspot.com
A soothing corner filled with comforting colors and textures.
ReplyDeleteThe birds are singing here in the warm west. Letting us know that spring is around the corner.
Blessings to you, mon amie.
Serene, Tranquil, and Beautiful
ReplyDeletethese word describe your home, your vision and your photography!
you are always creating beauty!
~ Violet
Everything looks so beautiful! You'd never guess that one piece used to be a TV cabinet!
ReplyDeleteWhat a wonderful talent you have! I would never have thought to reduce the depth of a cabinet. You have turned it into a fantastic display piece. I love the darling original table too. All set up so very beautifully. It's a wonderful look!
ReplyDeleteDoré,
ReplyDeleteOn a hectic morning that again there is snow, I can but for a few moments imagine relaxing in the peace and calm of your Nordic French inspired sea of whiteness soulful home.
Day dreaming of the beauty and for awhile perhaps believe... yes we live in an untroubled world. As this perfectly serene interior can elicit as you sit quietly and feel the calm.
I adore your movable candelabra. The drippy candles add to the rustic charm. I am looking for a vintage one to add to our bathroom. I'd like to hang it in the skylight and when we need roof access (central air unit is up there) we can just unhook the candelabra. I want to paint it matt white and use light grey candles.
Yes, sweet friend I will do a post of a tour of our bathroom most likely in April.
Thank you for all you inspire and share.
XOXO,
Vera
love it all but the silver tray caught my eye as did the sweet bird cups...all so magical as usual!
ReplyDeleteDore, true perfection. This would be my cozy corner to read and write with a cup of tea and a homemade cinnamon roll!
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Karena
The Arts by Karena
Such a serene and beautiful environment, Dore. I could happily sit there with a cup of tea and work on my laptop. Thanks for sharing your world with us :) Cheers!
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ReplyDeleteLove what you did with your hutch! You know I will be helping you fill up your shelves with more dishes & yes I will sneak a few of my cups in there too! You truly have created a French Nordic Home Dore. So calming and serene...xoxoxo
ReplyDeleteOwwww doré i really like your kitchen !!!.....like all the things i see today.....love the chair ....love That tray...love love love.....x! Warm hugs Ria ...x!
ReplyDeleteWhat a beautiful corner full of so many lovely treasures. I can hear Leslie Warren singing now (I'm probably dating myself)!
ReplyDeleteHi Dore,
ReplyDeleteI love love love to see pictures of your beautiful home. The serenity and peace your decor brings is so pretty. Gorgeous.
Kris
I love the textures Doré
ReplyDeleteIt's a beautiful corner, having a favorite little space to sit quietly and have tea is ideal. The hutch looks like it was always that way! It's fun to re-purpose, one less forgotten piece!
A beautiful rest of the week to you,
xo
Gail
I love the textures Doré
ReplyDeleteIt's a beautiful corner, having a favorite little space to sit quietly and have tea is ideal. The hutch looks like it was always that way! It's fun to re-purpose, one less forgotten piece!
A beautiful rest of the week to you,
xo
Gail
So many beautiful things in your little corner--love the neutral colors. The candle chandelier is so gorgeous!
ReplyDeleteune jolie découverte que votre blog ;)) Je me suis permise de vous ecrire en français car vous expliqué avoir des origines française ;))
ReplyDeleteA bientôt et bonne continuation.
cdt
I want to be in that space so much. I promise to be quiet and just read my book. promise.....
ReplyDeleteWhat an inviting, beautiful corner! Your cupboard is stunning-you did an amazing transformation on it! :)
ReplyDeleteSusan
If I tried for a million years I could never pull off what you've done with your home - it's sheer perfection Dore!!! Just gorgeous!
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Looks wonderful with all the lovely accessories, you did an amazing transformation to a Media cabinet!! Bravo!
ReplyDeleteThank you for visiting, Dore. It lead me here to your lovely blog. I scrolled through your previous posts, and am amazed at your gorgeous home! You are such a talented woman, and it shows in everything you touch.
ReplyDeleteLove this relaxing corner of your kitchen.
Debbie
xo
Oh my gosh Dore, every time i come over here i just die from the gorgeousness! You create such beauty, and i love it that you get out the BIG tools and how you cut down that cabinet and made it so fabulous! I would soooo love to see you in action!
ReplyDeleteCindy
Hello Dore
ReplyDeleteWhat a wonderful and practical transformation of this former tv cabinet. The saw horse as a base for your table is also very clever
Hope you are safe in your corner of California
Helen xx
I could hang out in that corner for hours, Dore. Beautiful, as always. Your palette is consistently soothing, and, inspiring.
ReplyDeleteoh my i am in LOVE!....there is so much I like about these pictures!
ReplyDeleteI think I may have to get my carpenter boy to make me that saw horse table! Thank you!
Fab job on the cabinet!
Swooning here with all this calming grey delight!
Thinking of all of you in California!
Love love love your chair! :) Love your site. So happy to connect. Can't wait to follow and see what you are up to.
ReplyDeletePaula
Locksley Lane
Oh, I loooooooove it, what a wonderful place full of romance and so charming and french!!! Thank you so much for all your inspiration and have a lovely sunday,
ReplyDeletehugs Jade
your tranquil corner calls to me. how soothing ti must be to sit there,in silence, and breathe in the calm. pure serenity dear dore. sigh.....
ReplyDeleteI adore your cozy corner - warm and inviting as is you entire home. Love it all!!
ReplyDeleteLOVELY just like YOU……I am following your daughter on INSTAGRAM!Are you there?
ReplyDeleteMy name there…..ANTIQUE GODDESS.
Contessa was taken!!!!!!!
XX
Lovely pictures and great blog that I would like to follow!
ReplyDeleteKind regards from the Netherlands,
Nadine
My little white home by Nadine
You are amazing Dore! I am so taken by your beautiful style! You have such a talent at creating so much loveliness in your surroundings.
ReplyDeleteThe cabinet you re-purposed is beautiful as is the table you made. Just wonderful!
I appreciated your message of congratulations and want to congratulate you on your Artful Blogging feature. I can't wait to pick up the magazine this weekend and read it!
much love...
Oh my goodness Dore...how did I miss this post? Everything is so gorgeous and that chandelier with the drippy candles...sigh!!! What a lovely and dreamy place to relax with a cup of tea in the beautiful chair!
ReplyDeleteThank you so much for stopping by my blog and for your lovely comment, your kind and thoughtful words always make my day:)
Hello!
ReplyDeletejust making my grey dey rounds...and I must say, I'm totally in love with your blog....and etsy shop!
just thought you should know.
also...congrats on being published in ARTFUL BLOGGING magazine....stunning photos.
have a great day.
ciao bella
creative carmelina
So Fresh and Stunning!
ReplyDeleteWhite always looks GooD!
Well, I finally finished reading your blog back to the beginning and enjoyed every minute of it. I have a new favorite, yeah! Glad I found you! !
ReplyDeleteDoré! BONJOUR! How nice to see you on my comments page my friend! Yes, a goal achieved is a surreal moment. Thank you for rejoicing with me! I hope this is the beginning of more opportunities for me to write. It will take a lot of work and time, but it's so worth it! I hope you are well and creating your gray and white magic. I just finished painting a wooden horse in Annie Sloan old white and I'm very happy with how he came out! I must photograph him.
ReplyDeleteOff to work to ENSEIGNER LE FRANÇAIS!
Bisous, Anita
Your home is gorgeous... Love it all!
ReplyDeleteDoré,
ReplyDeleteJust stopping by to visually enjoy the serene beauty of your home.
Have a happy creative week.
XOXO,
Vera
Beautiful friend,
ReplyDeleteThank you for coming over again! Yes, I have thought about those magazines that you have mentioned, but my home is of no interest to them. I've tried! But perhaps it's not my home that I must concentrate on, but my writing, which actually pleases me to do for OTHERS. But we never know, maybe one day my little French cottage will interest someone.
Many thanks for your sweet friendship, and I must show you the picture of my wooden horse that I painted. I like him! XOXOXOOX
ReplyDeleteSo gorgeous!!!!! Such a peaceful, creative space. And I love your painting of the rose on your sidebar. Beautiful!!!!!!
~Debra xxx
Capers of the vintage vixens
Hi Dore,
ReplyDeleteIt has been so long since I've been in the blogging world. My friend Jill told me that she met you over at Desert Cottage. So sorry I didn't get the chance to meet up. I hope you're doing well! As always, it is beautiful and serene to visit you here :)
Blessings,
Marcia
Dearest Dore,
ReplyDeleteI don't know how I missed this post.. What beauty you create!
I love what the transformation with the cabinet to cupboard.. You truly amaze me..
You are always such an inspiration to me. Thank you for bringing such beauty and warmth into the world.. You are so special.
Your friends wool seascape in naturals sounds just wonderful!
Thank you for leaving such kind words about mine.. I need to improve my skills in this area, but for my first, I think it is ok.
bisous!
Penny
Hi Doré,
ReplyDeleteSeeing this post late, but just wanted to say how beautiful your photos are. I love the little table and how you transformed that amazing cabinet. Such a lovely and peaceful space!
Jeanette
A perfect and charming corner.Your cabinet is gorgeous!Looks like the pages in one of my favorite magazines Jeanne D Arc <3
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Anne
Your creations left me breathless...
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