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19 November 2008

Would you be my guest?

Our downstairs den/guest bedroom/sewing room has seen a few different lives, but this is by far my favorite!! I gave myself carte blanche to go crazy with all my pretties... It all started with an antique handpainted french bed that Lisa spotted for me on Craigslist... It set the tone for the entire room. The room, though small, houses some of my favorite items, including my wallpapered dressers and my large collection of vintage barkcloth.





















































































































































































I still have a few more changes I want to make... One of them is to hang this gorgeous vintage chandelier I found on Ebay, the other is to display my collection of vintage barkcloth knitting bags on the top part of the closet wall. No space will remain untouched!! Would you like to come for a visit?






























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25 comments:

  1. CherylNovember 20, 2008 at 2:46 AM

    What a lovely guest bedroom! Oh, how I would love to visit..but I may never leave! I too, love and collect vintage barkcloth sewing totes, hatboxes, almost anything with roses..Come on over for a visit sometime. www.cherylscottagehome.blogspot.com

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  2. Sweet Old VintageNovember 20, 2008 at 3:53 AM

    Oh my gosh... I'm on my way. I will bring the turkey as will be feeling very comfy....

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  3. countrycharismaNovember 20, 2008 at 4:50 AM

    What a homey adorable room. Love the old bed and all your collections of barkcloth and vintage fabrics. Your displays are just super. I covered a roller office chair with barkcloth for my office; will have to share the picture with you. I can see why you would love to sew in that room!

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  4. Decor To AdoreNovember 20, 2008 at 5:45 AM

    Yes, yes, yes! This room is perfection. Absolutely adorable.
    It contains so many of the things that I love.

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  5. Victoria - Florence and MaryNovember 20, 2008 at 5:52 AM

    It looks fabulous... can I come and stay?! LOL!

    Victoria x

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  6. trash talkNovember 20, 2008 at 6:01 AM

    That bed is breathtaking and so is the room you've designed around it. Can't wait to see the chandalier up-it's beautiful and so different. Just lovely. Debbie

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  7. AnonymousNovember 20, 2008 at 6:21 AM

    Oh, yes! It's just beautiful...who knew storage could be so gorgeous???? I'd love to go through all those fantastic boxes! Good job!
    Sandra B
    skblanks@yahoo.com

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  8. AnonymousNovember 20, 2008 at 6:44 AM

    Love it!!! You should submit these to be in Where women Create" Magazine!!


    I am coming for a visit!!

    smiles, Joy

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  9. PatinaNovember 20, 2008 at 7:59 AM

    Wow! Wow! Wow! You have an amazing collection of fabrics and everything roses. It's just beautiful. I'm going to have to show my #1, then my collection won't look so big to him! LOL!
    It is beautiful!

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  10. ShabbyInTheCityNovember 20, 2008 at 8:03 AM

    Girrrl you just tell me what day and time and I'll be there with bells on!

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  11. IrisNovember 20, 2008 at 8:34 AM

    Fab! The room is a treat for the eyes and soul. I love romantic feel and the colors. I think you will have a lot of folks lining up to be your guest. Beautiful job Isabel. Happy Junken Trails

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  12. ~Becca~Bluebird RoseNovember 20, 2008 at 11:37 AM

    Yes I want to come for a visit!! In fact, is there a way to just transport this gorgeous room to my own home?!!!!
    I have been working on my studio for a few months, and it's not even close.....
    Thanks for sharing the lovely inspiration!!
    :)
    ~Becca~

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  13. Heidi AnnNovember 20, 2008 at 12:15 PM

    Oh, my. I would LOVE to come and visit!! Your guests are very lucky, indeed to be able to stay in such a beautiful room full of loveliness everywhere you look!

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  14. UnknownNovember 21, 2008 at 4:41 PM

    I'm on my way. I'll bring some tea, scones and good conversation. What time you want me there?
    The room is gorgeous and full of life and color. It seems like a great big hug. ;D
    Tammy

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  15. TimiNovember 22, 2008 at 9:21 AM

    Isabel that is soooooooooooooooo LOVELY! I was just drooling. You did a wonderful job. I need you to come redecorate my guest room.
    Timi

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  16. Barn HouseNovember 22, 2008 at 10:17 AM

    Very Pretty!!! You really did a fantastic job! Thanks for the kind words about Nettie. Oh, and we are trying working The Desparate Housewives Retreats into our 2009 calendar. :o)

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  17. Miss Gracie's HouseNovember 22, 2008 at 9:05 PM

    Oh, how I wish I could! Excellent job of organizing all of that *gorgeous* stuff! Mine is just in *piles* everywhere!
    Rene'

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  18. AnonymousNovember 24, 2008 at 9:13 AM

    January? Is it free for you? Anytime in January? That is so beautiful. I just love it. Kudos for getting all your pretties out and displaying them to such perfection!

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  19. AnonymousNovember 26, 2008 at 3:03 PM

    Oh My!!! How do you not sleep in there yourself? I would at least retreat there for my coffee! Look forward to more of your posts.

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  20. karlascottage.typepad.comDecember 1, 2008 at 6:46 AM

    That room would be a dream come true! I just love every bit of it!

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  21. ~ ~ Ahrisha ~ ~December 11, 2008 at 7:16 AM

    Just love your guest room! I remember so much of it as a child growing up. The flowered chest sitting on the pink chest, it it made of cardboard as they were years ago? If so it is in wonderful condition. Love the line up of tote bags. How cute. You have an amazing collection of bark cloth which I also love. I pick up pieces here and there but am finding it hard to locate.

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  22. fitty's pinky rose cottageDecember 29, 2008 at 7:58 AM

    I would love to be your guest just to have a bedroom as dreamy as this! I love every single thing you have in this bedroom.. sooooo beautiful.. I can't seem to stop myself from looking at it again & again..

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  23. Sandy~Romantique Inspirations~December 31, 2008 at 10:31 AM

    I LOVE THOSE HANDBAGS, MY KINDA STYLE. ONE THING STAYING IN THAT ROOM, I WOULDN'T WANT TO COME OUT-OR STAYING UP REAL LATE LOOKING AT ALL YOUR GORGEOUS THINGS. SO COZY AND INVITING THATS FOR SURE...

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  24. Nancy's Daily DishNovember 15, 2011 at 4:46 AM

    Who wouldn't love to be a guest here? What a charming, romantic and cozy room.

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  25. UnknownFebruary 7, 2013 at 8:28 AM

    You neeeeeeeed to add a Pinterest button! This is so pretty. I think I found my inspiration for the baby's/sewing/guest room :)

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