Winter Kitchen

I switched out the brown transfer ware for the red.



I've also added some cedar garland. It's so beautiful and fragrant, and it's by far my favorite decoration this time of year - besides the tree of course. I also put some cedar clippings on the shelf because I love the combination of the green foliage and red transfer ware.

My Grandmother used the red transfer ware for her everyday dishes, so I grew up with them. Initially, I thought I might use them primarily as Christmas dinner ware, but when we bought this house and designed the open shelves, they took on a whole other role. I really appreciate the red cheer they bring into the kitchen throughout the long wintry months.

I added a new piece of art work to the kitchen. I really love having fine art in a room where it isn't expected. I picked up this still life piece a couple of years ago. It's Victorian and unsigned. According to the art dealer, it was done by an artist from out east due to the type of mounting hardware that was used. I just love that kind of information.

I also hung this piece in the kitchen because I think the greens and gold go beautifully with the red transfer ware. This is a favorite piece of mine. I love the scene but also love the antique frame it came in. It's original to the piece and is in amazing condition considering its age and how delicate the wood carving detail is.

Now, as far as the living room furniture goes - it's set up and I'm really happy with it! Of course the minute I saw it in the living room, I knew I'd be repainting the walls! So I spent this entire past weekend agonizing over a new paint color. I finally decided on one, and then spent the rest of the weekend repainting everything --- solo I might add as Hubby had to work all weekend.

Pictures soon to follow...promise!