arrival of the bookshelf!

A while ago I posted about this disturbingly empty space in our hallway.... just begging for some furniture!

Though I much much prefer to buy antiques, I could not find the right look for the nook... until I stumbled upon this shelf from Wisteria:

And, just the other day.... arrival!!

a little elbow grease to put this bad boy together and obviously more antiquing to perfect my new favorite nook in the house:

  

Do you like it as much as I do??

!Casi terminada!

The den is finished.... minus a rug, the actual installation of the new light, fabric curtains for hiding what's underneath the table, and a large cork inspiration board for behind the table....!

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pardon while I piddle...

... and futz around with my blog template!

I am so sick of the old and ready to learn some CSS coding.... or find a website that will do it for me!!

Craft Den Treasures...

A few pieces found to maximize style with minimal price for the downstairs room!!!

Lantern - {thanks to Cover} - from Tuesday morning for $19!

Books - various antique stores for <$2 apiece!

Antique blue Bell mason jars - Hoover antiques - $16 apiece

Old ironwork piece found years ago in Pensacola - $5

Large gray wicker cylinder for storage (not for trash!) - $14

Fabulous chair with adorable metal legs - Bama Flea Mall in Leeds - $12

Best of all - Loveseat - from Goodwill - $99!!!