When I posted “a little tour” of my new home, I mentioned that I would share photos of my dining nook when I purchased a table and chairs. My daughter, her two youngest children and I ventured to the furniture store before Thanksgiving. Grandchildren are very helpful and actually wise beyond their years (especially my 8 year old granddaughter) when it comes to selecting furnishings. It “had to fit all of us for Sunday dinner” according to my sweet girl and she proceeded to explain how this would work. There are two extra chairs in my storage room on the lower level. The table has a hidden leaf which can be opened to an oval which seats six when needed. We actually scoot in the computer chair too and it seats seven! Otherwise, the table looks like this. Right now, there is a protective cover on the table and my sewing machine! It’s the perfect place to sew and watch old classic movies at the same time if I so choose. 😉
In past years, I have used the shelves on the hutch for favorite dishes. This time, I’m enjoying using it for photos framed in black. I still have several more photos to frame for the buffet. The perfect place to enjoy my family on a daily basis.
I have so many books that I needed one more bookcase. Although I ordered the identical bookcase, the stain on the one on the far left was a little lighter. After putting it together all by myself, there was no way I was returning it! Come Spring, when I can open windows, I will try to darken the stain to match. In the meantime, I really don’t notice the difference and am living with it!
I love this little setting. The antique was a gift from my children’s dad on our twelfth anniversary…many years ago. The angel was a gift from my daughter and her family.
5 Comments
Karen
Your dining set is beautiful, Dianne, and I love the story of how your little grand-daughter helped you choose just the right one so you all ‘could fit’. So precious. Love the idea of using your hutch for photos, too. And those bookshelves…..gorgeous! Who cares if they don’t quite match, it just adds to the homespun quality. Love how everything is coming together in your new home. I baked your Apple cake and it was delicious! Everyone loved it! Have a wonderful week! Hugs, Karen xx
Carole Perkins
Everything looks so perfect, yet comfy! I can sure see your personal touch all over it!
tanna
You have feathered your nest so very well. Everything looks warm and welcoming… and full of family love. Well done… but, you did have good help! 😉 Liked your post on MLK, too. Amen. blessings ~ tanna
Janet Anderson
Dianne, everything looks lovely. Your new home looks attractive, warm, and inviting. You manage to acheive this wherever you live! I remember your house in Terre Haute being the same way. I particularly recall one or two little accent lights that you had on your counters in the kitchen that really enhanced the atmosphere of the room. At the time, I thought, “What a great idea!” You probably could have been a good interior decorator! I hope you are enjoying your new “nest.”
Dianne
Thank you, Janet! I had love the little lights. They just warm up the room with their little glow. I loved that house in Terre Haute too…that was a wonderful time with precious friends like you!