Seeing Red

Hope you had a great weekend...

Mine ended up being a very enjoyable 'doing' weekend; with me getting done all of the jobs that I hadn't found time to do during the week...

I was given this very large hat box a few years ago, but I've never really felt that it fitted with my style. I had decided I would cover it in vintage wallpaper, so I used the fruity French one that I bought in Devon this summer.

A length of old lace tied in place, keeps it closed. I shall use the box to store some of our Christmas decorations in when they are not in use.

I have also made-over this old (filthy!) Victorian mirror...

A coat of paint and some new rose prints - it's waiting to be hung on the landing.

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Hubby and I have hung this mirror in the hall. Originally it stood on top of the grey cupboard, which now accommodates my new (old!) dolls house.

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What I was really looking forward to doing though, was returning my kitchen back to its red accent colour for the festive season.

It was a case of re-hanging the curtains at the front door and under the counter unit...

As well as in the alcove. I repainted the glazed cabinet in 'Pale Truffle' by Laura Ashley, added a gingham trim along the shelf edge and arranged my Midwinter domino oddments amongst the vintage pressed glass. I will be filling some of the jugs and bowls with glass baubles soon for a festive flourish!

My collection of French enamelware, textiles, china etc came back from the laundry room on to the kitchen shelves.

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I think I need to paint this little cupboard too, when I have time, (also Pale Truffle) and stick some pretty French fabric on the door panels to mask the floral doodles!

If I think about it, I prefer the red scheme in my kitchen, rather than the pale green and pink - its more 'me' and has a very cosy feel for the winter season.

I've always loved my handmade patchwork of assorted C19th tickings that make up the curtains. They took me a long time to complete, so it seems a shame to hide them away come the spring...

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I have also been busy making a few more dollies for my website. They have been added this morning and include Skye in her Fair Isle ensemble and Imelda in a fluffy turquoise jacket.

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Two small festive fairies have also flown in!

Sorry, we are now reserved. Thank you!

I hope that you will enjoy taking a look at their listings if you have a spare moment. If I can find the time to make any more items before Christmas, I shall add them randomly as soon as possible before the festive season is officially upon us.

My thanks to all who have made a purchase from my website recently - I hope that you will enjoy your new treasures.

Have a great week,

Niki x

Update 10th Dec: The 'Living with Nostalgia' calendars are now in stock on my website again.