Autumn! It's here! Do
you know what I like best about autumn? If you guessed the cooler temperatures,
the crispness in the air, the changing leaves, the frost on the pumpkin, well, you're
close. Yes, I do love all of these things, but what I really like is the shopping. Not to confuse shopping with actually
buying (although I did pick up an
item or two), I just love seeing how the shops are transformed into fall both
inside and out. Today I visited a number of my favorite places: Oma's
Barn, The
White Hare, and Pier One.
I found something inviting at each place.
Photography was a bit of a challenge considering how dark and atmospheric some
of the rooms were, but I did my best to get a usable shot or two. So, come along and join me.
First stop, Oma’s Barn.
Isn’t this a lovely display?
There are a number of ways in which to turn upon entering Oma’s; this is what
you see if you head to the left.
Pumpkins and holiday décor were both inside and out. This whimsical
little guy really got to me. Too cute!
I saw this Western-style, half Christmas tree hanging on the wall as
soon as I walked in the door. It has
little spurs and saddles, and sheriff stars all over it. I’m not a western person, per se, but I am
still smarting from the cancellation of Longmire, and thought it might be fun
to have a Longmire tree this year.
Next stop, Pier One.
I thought it was time to put the wreath of white dogwood flowers away, so bought this one.
I wasn’t sure how it would look against the brown paint, but it has lots
of sparkle and I really like it.
This chest of drawers that looks like a stack of suitcases really blew
me away. You know my penchant for
suitcases, right? And you know the
trouble I have been having working on the coastal
guest room. The chest in that room would lend itself
quite nicely to this type of treatment, and the whole suitcase thing would be
fitting for a guest room. Now to decide
what colors to use considering the room is in sea tones.
Here’s a close-up view of the hardware.
Last stop, The White Hare.
Lots of darling Halloween displays, and some beautifully decorated
rooms, some I could move right into.
See the curved key napkin rings in this picture? I fell in love with them and bought a set to
go with some pumpkin colored napkins from Pier One. I think I’ll be able to use these in a lot of
table settings.
I don’t think I’ve ever seen as many beautiful lamps in one place
as I have here.
I love the old world map look.
Speaking of which, I have no idea what these are, but I love
them. I can only imagine what Mr. O-P would
say if I came home with this set and mounted them on the wall.
Aside from the wreath, I ended up with these placemats and napkin
rings from White Hare, and the napkins from Pier One. Can’t wait to show you how I use them. Happy shopping!
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