July 17, 2014

A new social media addiction and cottage-warming present!

I'm blaming my daughter and Laurie (Magpie Ethel), but in case you're interested, I'm now on Instagram here. I still don't have internet at the cottage, but I do have fabulous cell phone coverage. Instagram is a great way to still get my social media/eye candy fix on the weekends using my smartphone.
When we removed the kitchen cupboards above the range at the a-frame, I knew that I'd need some kind of furniture to make up for lost storage.
We happened to have a small hutch that I was using in our master bathroom to store linens and it now resides at the cottage.  
When Laurie (Magpie Ethel) shared her vintage shelf edging paper on this post, I was completely honored that she sent me the apple blossom paper as a cottage-warming gift. 
Doesn't it look amazing in my hutch?
It adds the perfect vintage touch.  Thank you, Laurie.
I love having something special from you at our lake house.
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20 comments:

  1. ~Lavender Dreamer~July 17, 2014 at 9:16 AM

    Wow! That really is perfect for your hutch. Your cabin is looking so cute! And blog buddies are the sweetest! Enjoy your day my friend! Hugs, Diane

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  2. Pam KesslerJuly 17, 2014 at 9:26 AM

    You have no idea how excited I am that you are on Instagram!!! It's my favorite addiction (even over Fudgsciles). Laurie's shelf edging looks right at home in the cottage.

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  3. Shirley HatfieldJuly 17, 2014 at 9:59 AM

    When I look around my home it's so much fun to spot the Magpie Ethel items...she has sure become a part of our lives, hasn't she? I am really enjoying the progress reports on the A-frame. I envy you the joy of making it your own! =D

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  4. ~Damita's Pretty Wrap~July 17, 2014 at 10:39 AM

    So sweet of Laurie!! She has the most prettiest vintage things!! I just adore that paper she sent you, your cabinet looks so cute and kitchen-y!! I'm just loving Instagram too! So fun!! :) xo Holly

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  5. ~Damita's Pretty Wrap~July 17, 2014 at 10:39 AM

    So sweet of Laurie!! She has the most prettiest vintage things!! I just adore that paper she sent you, your cabinet looks so cute and kitchen-y!! I'm just loving Instagram too! So fun!! :) xo Holly

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  6. Corey July 17, 2014 at 11:09 AM

    I'm actually out of town, but thought I'd take a quick peek at how things are shaping up for you. Everything's looking so cute! The shelf paper is perfect, and how nice to have floors! Also love that photo of your husband on the dock- you should frame it and hang it up!

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  7. LynneJuly 17, 2014 at 11:40 AM

    It looks perfect! And the added touch of the vintage picnic basket brings an extra cottage feel . . .

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  8. Lutka And Co.July 17, 2014 at 11:49 AM

    What a wonderful gift - it looks perfect in your hutch!

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  9. LynnJuly 17, 2014 at 1:52 PM

    That adorable apple paper is just the icing on the cake! It looks right at home:@)

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  10. Protector of VintageJuly 17, 2014 at 3:04 PM

    Very charming!!!

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  11. JbooJuly 17, 2014 at 7:48 PM

    So sweet -- love that! Really enjoy IG so much more than FB, don't yoU! Will have to follow along with you! :)

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  12. NellieJuly 17, 2014 at 8:25 PM

    What a cute way you have done that hutch! I absolutely love it! xo Nellie

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  13. LynnJuly 17, 2014 at 9:16 PM

    I just love your new lake cottage! Chris and yourself are doing an amazing job redoing everything and you are such a great decorator!
    I also have several pieces of Magpie Ethel in my home too! I wonder how many bloggers own a Magpie Pie original??
    Have a great weekend at the lake!
    Hugs,
    Lynn

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  14. laurie -magpie ethelJuly 17, 2014 at 11:40 PM

    Glad to have a little tidbit in your house that reminds you of me! The shelf edging looks perfect in the cottage.

    p.s. I am glad you also blamed Emma for the IG addiction.

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  15. vintage greyJuly 18, 2014 at 1:02 AM

    Love your beautiful hutch and that sweet apple shelf paper!! A sweet gift!! xo Heather

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  16. vivianJuly 18, 2014 at 7:16 AM

    enjoy that sunrise and sunset and everything inbetween girlfriend!
    I just bought a new phone and I think its taking some pretty good pics.. so I'm thinking I'll soon be jumping on the instagram wagon too!
    happy weekend kimmie pie!
    xoxo
    vivian

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  17. Simply ShelleyJuly 18, 2014 at 11:33 AM

    Its wonderful. You and your family are going to make so many lovely memories in that little cottage. I like your thrift finds and those colorful chairs. I have been wanting a couple for my porch. Maybe when they are marked down I will purchase them. Blessings friend

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  18. GARAGE SALE GALJuly 18, 2014 at 6:55 PM

    Much better without the kitchen cabinet over the stove!
    I ADORE the paper shelf liners!
    warmly,
    deb

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  19. AnonymousJuly 19, 2014 at 8:51 AM

    Oh I love it! I'd love some of that for my hutch but pom poms will have to do for now! ♥

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  20. JodeeJuly 20, 2014 at 9:35 PM

    That is the perfect addition to your hutch! So cute!

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