One of my favorite things to decorate with right now are stars and windows. It all started when my parents gave me these two window frames from their old house when they were replaced with new ones. This is a project that I did a few months ago to fill up a large space in out great room.
As far as I knew all the windows my parents had saved had been given away. I know that you can find these window frames at flea markets, thrift stores, and even garage sales if you are fortunate enough. I have seen them being sold from $35 to $60. I love the fact that that mine came from the house in which my parents lived. It's a great story isn't it?
Over Christmas, I got a phone call from my sister, Sarah telling me that my parents had more window frames in their garage and that she was going home with several of them. My parents weren't at all surprised when I called them and asked them if I could come over and get some too! I LOVE these windows!
While Sarah was here we went to a store here in town called the Flower Factory. They have some incredible deals sold at wholesale prices and you just never know what they are going to have. One thing they always have are these rustic stars in a variety of sizes and colors. This large one was only $9. Yes, $9.
These cream stars were just calling my name. I love all things cream and what I love even better is that each of these stars were under $2...
I actually ended up going back and getting several more along with some red and cream ones that I think will be so much fun for the 4th of July. Yes, I'm counting down for the warm days of summer.
So, tell me, what are your favorite things to decorate with?
I love it!! I bet I know what house these came from!! Are they from my house? How cool! I have one above my fireplace that I picked out of my neighbors trash. I also have a star on it!! It is a star made from sticks. I will try to get a pic of it and post it so you can see it. I have more windows and I'm trying to decide what to do with them. I love your ideas!
ReplyDeleteThat all looks great. Wish I had access to some old windows.
ReplyDeleteI love birds, candles & recently started with plates.
Christy, how lovely! I have to admit, I'm feeling like all my "decorations" right now are primary colored and plastic and at shin height!
ReplyDeletelove the old windows and how you've used them in your home, I have a huge old window (from my in-laws old house)and am still deciding what to do with it, if you don't me asking did you keep the glass in the windows or remove it before displaying? just curious
ReplyDeleteOH my goodness..I love those windows..they are perfect and you used them wonderfully. If you go to Soft Place to Land this weekend...a lady took a panel glass door and made a bulletin board..you could do it with this..too! So cute!
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Love those old windows and what a great deal on the stars! I also noticed your lamp with the textured shade--I adore it!! Lately, I like decorating with plates, vine balls, and those bird prints.
ReplyDeleteWow - so creative!! And
ReplyDeletei can't believe the prices on those stars. I admit....i am coveting. :)
Definitely my bedroom! I must re-arrange it at least once every month!
ReplyDeleteI LOVE the stars! Too cute@
I love the use of old windows for wall decor. I have some myself. I'm not totally country though, I like traditional with a little bit of that too. Love the wall and fireplace. Good job. Debbie
ReplyDeleteIt's all gorgeous! Thanks for sharing. Those windows are priceles. And the stars - you did great.
ReplyDeleteI LOVE your windows and stars! I used to paint the glass on old windows... I have one hanging in my back yard. I also have stars... so your pics totally gave me ideas! Inspiration... love it!
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Gayle
What great decorating ideas! I've lost my decorating "mojo" because we had to clean out our house to put it on the market. When we took it off the market, I enjoyed the open spaces so much, I never put my stuff back up. Now, I'm in a decorating dilema.
ReplyDeleteActually, all of the ideas in the blogosphere are inspiring me to start over (and I'm sure my husband will be happy to hear that!) :-)
Gorgeous - I love all these ideas. You have such a knack with decorating.
ReplyDeleteBeth
Everything looks so great! I love the windows, especially. You are so creative!
ReplyDeleteHow I love those windows! My hubby and I have been looking for some nice ones to fill a large space in our family room. How special that yours actually came from your parent's home! I love your style of decorating. The windows, the pictures, the stars, etc. Everything looks fantastic! Lots of inspiration here. (Taking notes...) You asked about some of our favorite things to decorate with...I love decorating with various assorted photo frames and old books. Our local library often sells them very inexpensively and they are loaded with character. = )
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Tracy
Very cute! Those stars are all the rage on blogland!And I love those old windows.
ReplyDeleteOh,Everything looks so great Christy! I love the shelf with teh window. You are so good at putting things together!
ReplyDeleteBe sure to bring your decorating sense with you at the end of the month!
love it, Christy! i snagged some old windows last May that my dad had stored in his barn. They used to be in my grandparents' old farmhouse.
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i love the windows with the framed pictures hanging on them. that was a great idea! i'll have to start looking around for some old windows:)
ReplyDeleteWe do have SO much in common friend. I too decorate with some stars (in our family room)...AND...I've been looking for a few window frames to decorate this HUGE wall I have (that has nothing on it) as you walk down the stairs to our family room.
ReplyDeleteI'm hoping to purchase a shelf...put a window frame on it...with some pictures...flowers...etc..
Great job...as always!!!
Looks good, love the mantle! Tammy introduced me to Hobby Lobby yesterday...have you been there? Tons of decorating stuff and stars, AND a 66% off clearance!
ReplyDeleteOh my goodness, I love those windows!! They are perfect!
ReplyDeleteI love stars too. I just think they are fun and spunky without ever going out of style. I love how yours look!! :)
ReplyDeleteCarrie
I love those! The story behind them is even better. I love stars and windows too but don't seem to have very many of them. One of my favorites to decorate with are nests, cloches, and candles. I love candle light. :)
ReplyDeleteI simply love your blog!! I will definitely be visiting again!!
ReplyDeleteLOVE those stars! And those windows are so great!! But the best thing? Has to be the prices -- you did awesome!! :) My favorite things to decorate with are bird/nest/birdhouse things, cloches, botanical prints, candles, starfish/coral/shells, & family photos! There's more I like, but these things are prominent in my house!!
ReplyDeleteYou would have a blast doing this cooking club...
ReplyDeleteI'll get some tips together.
I did email you this morning with my address...check your spam - it may have gone in there. No conscience allowed on my watch...it's all good (as my kids say ) :)
Windows and stars and photos oh my! Love it all dear!!!
ReplyDeleteI like old windows too. :) I think it is really neat that your windows came from your parent's house. I was really lucky and got a few old windows for free off of Craigslist. That is another great place to find old windows & screens.
ReplyDeleteI wish I had a Flower Factory! Those starts are great deals!
What neat ideas. Love the way they all turned out. Great job!!
ReplyDeleteI love stars too...I decorate with anything patriotic...but STARS are mt fave!!!
ReplyDeleteChristy! Just darling! I went to Flower Factory here in Indy for the first time right after Christmas! Amazing!
ReplyDeleteI love old windows too! What a great story yours have. And the stars! Reminder of Jesus our Bright Morning Star!
Spring is coming!!! Yippeeee! Looking forward to a trip to Ohio!
~ K
I love it all! The stars and windows are right up my alley! They happen to be all the rage at my house too. =)
ReplyDeleteIt all looks so warm and inviting. Well done!
I love the vignette on your table. The windows look great, as does your whole house.
ReplyDeletelove your ideas! always enjoy browsing and seeing what you've done.
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