Wednesday, July 7, 2010

Little shelf among lots of books...not intimidated at all


I love small corner shelves - have several throughout my home. Our home is over seventy years old and like so many others built in this era, corners in rooms were not easily decorated because of door and window placement, etc. When I spotted this cute, small walnut corner shelf, I had no idea where it would end up. So it sat on top of a row of books, patiently, knowing that in due time - a permanent spot would be determined. Today I was in a book dusting mood on some floor to ceiling bookshelves I had installed years ago. I moved a few books on one of the shelves that your eye just lands on each time you pass and the spot was selected. I walked around the house, spotted a cute tiny white vase of ironstone I've had for years and placed it on the shelf. It looked lonesome so I explored other possible choices and spotted this cute, wooden bear my cousin located at her mom's house recently while relocating her to an assisted living home. This sort of seeking and putting together complimentary objects are what make our homes comfortable and cozy and receiving accolades from guests. This shelf brings a whole new look to the end of the very heavy wood constructed shelf, housing loads of books and marks a spot for something tiny, but well loved.

3 comments:

  1. I love when I spot something with a 'fresh' eye. The shelf looks terrific!

    xoxo
    Jane

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  2. Thanks Jane - you always post with the nicest comments. Hope you had a wonderful 4th of July. I enjoyed your post and loved photos of the beautiful lake.

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  3. Great little shelf...I often wander around looking for places to put my "treasures" ...I really enjoy your blog, so many nice ideas! Thanks for sharing! Have a great night!

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