I have been wanting to show you my window seat for awhile now.
On a whim I rearranged the shelves and put new curtains up (Target).
I only used items that I already had except for the curtains and I just sewed new seat cushions.
That was the final piece that needed to be added before I could show you.
I bought some great French ticking at WAL-MART....yes, Wal-mart.
I tea stained it in my tub.
My two year old was a great help unwrapping all those darn tea bags.
At one point he wanted to drink it or get in..I opted for letting him get in.
The bathroom smelled really good.
Here is the final result and I am really happy with the whole look.
The only thing I might add is a small chandelier above the windows.
I have received a bunch of emails today about some of things in the pictures.
Most of the items on the shelves came from antique stores or flea markets.
You can buy the pillows at the following places Petit Coterie, Marley & Lockyer and The Beautiful Life.
The beautiful mixed media collage is from Sweet Pumpkins.
It's just gorgeous Jeanne - really, really lovely! How funny, I have most of the same pillows you have. I wanted the big burlap pillow to look a little more aged, so I ran it through the washer and dryer(even though it said not to). Let's just say I achieved the look I was going for, but I was vaccuuming burlap out of my dryer for a week! Happy Monday...
T
Posted by: tracey | June 15, 2009 at 08:09 PM
Just lovely! And gorgeous photos. I'm (just a little bit) jealous - is that naughty?! ;o)
Posted by: B | June 15, 2009 at 10:15 PM
Jeanne it looks gorgeous! you have made it such a cosy place to sit lovely pictures, I love the cushions too, I will deffinetly be putting in an order for those this week, enjoy your cosy spot!
Posted by: Elaine Power | June 15, 2009 at 10:44 PM
Wonderful window seat, Jeanne! Love everything you did - all your little touches. It's perfect!
Posted by: Zita - Mlle Magpie | June 16, 2009 at 04:04 AM
These are gorgeous images! I love it and want to crawl into the pictures.
Posted by: Laurel | June 16, 2009 at 07:19 AM
Love it all!!
Posted by: Barn House | June 16, 2009 at 08:00 AM
can I just get in my cozies and sit in there with my morning cup of coffee and have a morning chat with you? then on Sunday I will be over to take a nap! I love those measuring cups too! You have so many of those pillows... lucky!
Posted by: lissa | June 16, 2009 at 08:04 AM
It's so beautiful, peaceful and serene. I love it. My favorite things are those burlap pillows. Boy that's all the rage right now. I keep seeing them everywhere. I need to get on the bandwagon:)
Posted by: Becky @ Farmgirl Paints | June 16, 2009 at 08:23 AM
Beautiful!!! (I bought the same curtains for my studio!- love them!)
Posted by: A pocket full of posies... | June 16, 2009 at 08:50 AM
Thanks don't mind if i do sit a spell, a lemondae would be good or a beer I am not picky! Seriously Jeanne, this is an amazing little part of your house, I love the drapes they give the room a romantic feel. I also think I need one of those card holders thingy's, I forgot what they are called! Oh and Sara mention yesterday she still wants her badge..HA!! uhm, seriously I want one too! :)
XO
Posted by: Tara | June 16, 2009 at 09:00 AM
Thanks for the tip on finding ticking fabric at Wal-Mart! I was just at JoAnn's this weekend looking for ticking but couldn't find any--I never would have thought to look at WM! I always forget they sell fabric. I went this morning and got some of both the red and blue, yay!
Are you going to the Old Glory show this weekend in Littleton?
Posted by: Heidi | June 16, 2009 at 10:14 AM
what a lovely place to daydream...it is sooo pretty! the pillows, the old books, the jar of buttons, the frog......all of it!
i did want to see a shot of the little guy in the tea...that is too funny! :)
have a wonderful day.
chasity
Posted by: Chasity | June 16, 2009 at 10:42 AM
how cute jeanne!!! i have always wanted a window seat, ever since i was a little girl. my friend had one and i was so jealous. i could picture myself spending countless hours reading, drawing, or writing in my journal.
Posted by: Traci | June 16, 2009 at 11:49 AM
Jeanne~
OMG!!!! I want to sit there and read. And yes, I will babysit your kids!!
xoxo
Posted by: Amy | June 16, 2009 at 01:28 PM
Terrific job Jeanne! I'd like to cozy up there with a cold glass of lemonade...dreamy...
Posted by: Kim G. | June 16, 2009 at 01:50 PM
I love every little detail.
The antique measuring cups are amazing.
Posted by: lorraine lewis | June 16, 2009 at 04:20 PM
I'll be right over to have a seat! but you may have a hard time getting me to leave it's so beautiful!
LuLu
Posted by: LuLu | June 16, 2009 at 04:23 PM
you should be happy with the results! I'm ready to move right in...missing you.
Posted by: Brooke Ahana Daily | June 16, 2009 at 04:48 PM
smitten indeed
i love everything about your space...the pillows, the clock, the cloche, the books....all thoughtfully placed.
so perfect
ps--i always love a peek into your world:)
Posted by: paige | June 16, 2009 at 07:00 PM
Okay - I am currently imagining myself curled up on that bench with my cup of earl grey and a blanket :) LOVELY!!!! Also, what did you use to fill that fab ticking cushion???
Posted by: Alyssa | June 16, 2009 at 07:25 PM
simply GORGEOUS
Posted by: Queen B | June 17, 2009 at 06:13 AM
Just beautiful. I really need you to come help me at our "new" old stone house. That is totally the look I want and the place is so 60's not sure where to start. Probably the walls...
Posted by: Jemm | June 17, 2009 at 06:50 AM
Absolutely stunning! I love how you pulled it all together and I think a petite chandelier above would be just perfect! I think this may be my first visit to your blog...but I know it won't be my last...very inspiring! Thank you!
Posted by: Alice W. | June 17, 2009 at 07:49 AM
Good morning Jeanne :)
That spot looks so beautiful and cozy all at once that I would want to sit there all day and get nothing done. It looks like a magazine spread, seriously.
Wally world can have some very surprisingly good things ;)
rue
Posted by: rue | June 17, 2009 at 07:56 AM
Oh I am smitten with that window seat!!! It is perfect~
Bristol
Posted by: Honey Bend Vintage | June 17, 2009 at 08:59 AM