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Welcome to my first-ever blog series, “In My Mother’s Maine Home,” A collection of blog posts about my parent’s Coastal Maine Home, from its inheritance and restoration to the present day. Organized in chronological order from the present day down to the beginning. Thanks Mom & Dad~
Check out this Coastal Maine Heritage – Embracing My Roots post, too!
In My Mother’s Maine Home Series
A Classic VW: Embracing the Vintage Vibe
See how an antique classic VW Fastback found in Coastal Maine is reminiscent of yesteryear. Dressed with all the trimmings…
Pink Table Setting Thrifted and Charming
Are you looking for easy and budget-friendly pink table setting ideas? Get spring-inspired today with this thrifted table, pretty in…
Displaying Quilts and How to Fold
Guide to caring for heirloom quilts: folding techniques, display ideas, and tips for preserving these cherished pieces of family history….
Pea Gravel Patio Ideas: A Weekend DIY
Pea gravel patio ideas you can DIY in just two days to enhance your outdoor spaces. Protect your lawn and…
The Story of A Bernese Mountain Dog & The Gift of a Whale
The thoughtfulness in the gift of a whale is felt wholeheartedly with this never-seen-before vintage whale balance toy, pretty in…
Nautical Decor Ideas: Vintage Vibe Corner
Do you love coastal, nautical, and vintage decor? Today, I’m sharing how I created a quaint little nautical corner in…
Discover Chandler & Co Antique Barn Sale
Discover a budget-friendly treasure trove for antiques and vintage home decor at Chandler & Co’s monthly barn sale in Berwick,…
White Petunias Antique Arrangement Ideas
Transform your summer flower containers with the timeless beauty of white petunias. Explore rustic and vintage-inspired arrangement ideas. White PetuniasTable…
Summer Table Ideas Lobsters & Patriotism
Celebrate the sunny season with a coastal-inspired summer table setting. Get ideas for a red, white, and blue table with…
Adored One-of-a-Kind Handmade Birdhouse Restored
Do you love birdhouses in all shapes and sizes? This one-of-a-kind handmade birdhouse has always been a favorite of mine….
Mother’s Day Reflections on Braiding Rugs
Mother’s Day reflections, a cherished family tradition: braiding rugs. Explore the memories and treasures associated with this heartfelt practice throughout…
Get Ready for Summer in Coastal Maine
Prepare your summer cottage for the season with these essential tips and tricks. Get ready for summer in Coastal Maine…
Early American Christmas Cottage Home Tour
Do you love Early American homes with all their primitive beauty? Join me for this year’s Christmas cottage home tour…
A Vintage Christmas Haul and 3 Holiday Wreaths
The sun was shining, the temperature was a New England chilly, and the bargains were enticing. Accompany me on a…
The Finest Winter Wonderland Dinnerware Set
Indulge in your love for traditional Christmas style with the Bico Toile de Jouy Winter Wonderland dinnerware set. Cheerful in…
10+ Best Coastal Bedding Ideas For Your Beach House
If you are looking for coastal bedding ideas for your beach house, you’ve come to the right place! Get the…
Black Frames to Antique Gold Frames with Annie Sloan
Are you looking to transform bargain black frames into charming antique gold frames? Let me show you how simple it…
Magazine Photo Shoot: Country Sampler
Join us as we go behind the scenes of our home magazine photo shoot with Country Sampler Magazine, capturing the…
Repurposed Oak Dresser with Mirror Quaint in the Attic
Looking for cozy and quaint decorating ideas? You’re going to love this little old repurposed oak dresser with a mirror…
Lobster Decor Ideas for a Coastal-Themed Table
A mouth-watering lobster dinner in our Maine home! Check out our lobster decor ideas & learn about the Maine lobster…
How to Fashionably Bring Your Dining Room Outside This Summer
Some of the best outdoor dining experiences are right in our own backyards. Let me show you how to bring…
Simple License Plate Decor DIY Ideas
Get creative with this old license plate decor DIY. With these easy tutorials, you can make a one-of-a-kind hat rack…
12 Cottage Vintage Guest Bedroom Ideas To Inspire
Looking for small bedroom ideas? Love that vintage cottage style? Join me on a tour of our little vintage guest…
Coastal Grandma Decor: Summer in Maine
Discover the Coastal Grandma Decor trend: a chic and comfortable fashion sense for your home inspired by our antique home…
Vintage Coastal Coffee Table Decor Ideas
Do you love beachcombing and coastal decor? Join me on the beaches of Maine as we collect blue mussel shells…
How to Hang Tie-Up Valance Curtains
Learn how to fold and hang tie-up valance curtains with this simple accordion method. In a little time, you can…
Front Door Ski Lodge Vintage Snowshoes
Vintage ski lodge snowshoes are so classic, aren’t they? I picked up this pair at an antique shop, Stone House…
How To Spend a Cozy Snow Day at Home
Make a cozy snow day at home even more special with a cup of coffee, an all-day fire in the…
Christmas Front Door Tradition 2021
Three years ago I decided to start a new holiday tradition of decorating our Christmas front door at our home…
Embracing Summer’s End
Embracing summer’s end is always so nostalgic, isn’t it? As I took my last summer walk on the beach before…
Coastal Curtains for Living Room: A Nautical Vintage Story
The best coastal curtains for living room. Discover the history and craftsmanship behind these vintage nautical drapes, sure to inspire…
Cozy Couch Moments
Doesn’t everyone love cozy couch moments? Blankets, pillows, fire in the fireplace, a good book, snack, drink, and a movie?…
Small Drink Beverage Table Accent
Looking for outdoor entertaining ideas? Get ready for outdoor entertaining with a charming vintage side table transformed into a drink…
Vintage Office Furniture | Antique Desk or Drafting Table?
Oh, friends, I’m in love! With this vintage office furniture piece an antique work table, or is it an antique…
A Quick and Easy Rainy Day Lobster Table Setting
The weather in New England, what do they always say? “Wait 5 minutes and it will change”! Mark Twain was…
Red, White, and Blue Centerpiece with White Hydrangeas
Looking for a festive centerpiece for the 4th of July? Get inspired by this stunning red, white, and blue centerpiece…
Stay Cool with Sun Shade Sails Awnings
Stay cool in the summer heat with Sun Shade Sails Awnings. Discover these affordable solutions for overheated rooms and outdoor…
Wildflower Arrangements and Scavenger Hunt
Do you ever stop and pick weeds or wildflowers from the side of the road? Have you ever even considered…
Our Summer House Tour
Today, I am so thankful to be joining 30+ extremely talented home decor bloggers in sharing our “Bloggers Summer Best…
Colonial House Design Living Room
Experience the charm of a Colonial house design living room space in New England, filled with treasured antiques and unique…
Cottage Core Room Ideas for Summer
Learn how to create a charming cottage core room style for your guests this summer with thrifty decorations and beach-inspired…
Purple Lilac Decorations: Tips & Inspiration
Discover the beauty of decorating with purple Lilac. Get inspired by creative ideas to incorporate these vibrant flowers into your…
Outdoor DIY Planter Shelf
After an early and rainy spring day visit to Snug Harbor Farm in Kennebunk, Maine, I found the inspiration for…
Coastal Maine Heritage – Embracing My Roots
Let’s Move to Coastal Maine 1920’ishTable of ContentsLet’s Move to Coastal Maine 1920’ishWhat is the Nubble?Coupe’s Gift ShopCoupe’s Lobster Pound…
18 Thrifted Black Velvet Clothes Hangers
While out “Thrifting with the Gals” last week I picked up three $2 sets of six black velvet clothes hangers…
Terracotta Pots Indoors Decorating Ideas
Bring your home decor to life with old terracotta pots indoors – Style your spaces with a hint of old-world…
Coastal Bedroom with Dreamy Seersucker Bedding
Are you ready for spring and looking to get inspired with some fresh spring home decor ideas? Then you’ve come…
A Vintage Apothecary Cabinet Story
A vintage apothecary cabinet in coastal Maine is waiting to find a home. It is the ideal locker for a…
Mothers Day Table Setting: Antique in Blue
Looking for Mothers Day table setting ideas? Remembering mom and how to create a stunning blue and white table arrangement…
How to Style a Timeless Spring Table
Today I am excited to be joining a talented group of bloggers, as we share our collected spring tablescapes with…
5 Window Sill Decor Ideas: Vintage Design
Bring charm to your room with simple decor ideas for your window sill! Get creative and learn how to decorate…
Valentine’s Day Wreath: Christmas Repurposed
Celebrate Valentine’s Day with a creative twist. Learn how to turn your old Christmas wreath into a vintage-inspired Valentine’s Day…
Cherishing Snow Days: A Cottage in Maine
Explore the beauty of snow days on the New England seacoast and reminisce about childhood memories and traditions from a…
A Simple Thrifty Valentine’s Day Celebration
A simple morning thrifty Valentine’s Day celebration from our sunroom with a rose bouquet, breakfast treats, and champagne to celebrate…
A Heartfelt Week in Maine Thrifting and Decorating!
I set out for a heartfelt week at our home in coastal Maine for some thrifting, antiquing, and decorating. And…
Cottage in Maine Snowy Winter Scenes
Step into a winter postcard at our cottage in Maine. Discover the charm of our snow-covered retreat and enjoy the…
A Front Door Christmas Wreath Tradition
As I was going through some old photos here at our home in Maine early last winter, I discovered a…
Vermont Pottery Imaginative Tablescape
Discover the beauty of Vermont pottery: Learn how to mix and match handmade pieces to create an imaginative and timeless…
Charming Antique Table and Chairs for Two
I’ve been on the hunt for a small antique table and chairs for the living room in our Coastal Maine…
Fireside Hearth and Home: Cozy Dining
Enhance your home with the warmth of a fireside hearth and home. Learn how to set a stunning table in…
Cozy Corner Ideas for Home Fireside
Find inspiration for cozy corner ideas at home with coffee and vintage home accents. Set the perfect scene for a…
Antique Pewter Early American Tablescape
Discover the warmth and aesthetic appeal of antique pewter. Explore tablescape ideas featuring a collection of old American country antiques….
Small Guest Bedroom Seasonal Refresh
It’s Labor Day weekend, and my mind is starting to drift to cooler and cozy decor, starting with this guest…
Best Zipper Bedding: Glamping in the Attic Truss
Discover the convenience of Zipper Bedding from Beddys. Transform your room in attic truss into a glamorous and cozy retreat….
Blue and White Late Summer Tablescape
I’m so excited you are here today joining me at our Coastal Maine Home with our blue and white late-summer…
Cedar Shake Shingle Siding Revival
Transform your coastal home with cedar shake shingle siding. Learn how to restore and maintain these classic and long-lasting wood…
How to Build a Simple and Classic Fire Pit
Looking for outdoor fire pit inspiration? This simple and classic fire pit is made out of stone from our own…
Vintage Style Flower Centerpiece
My favorite second-hand shop, The Cottage by the Brook in Walpole, NH, recently reopened, and I was thrilled to stop…
6 Patriotic Tablescapes Perfectly Alfresco
Get your backyard ready this summer with these 6 perfectly patriotic tablescapes, unique in design and style from the porch…
Decorating with Red, White, and Blue in the Guest Bedroom
Hi friends! It’s almost the Fourth of July and one of my favorite holidays to decorate for! I was in…
Essex Green Paint House Trim Renovation
Essex Green by Benjamin Moore is a historical paint color. See how it transformed our Coastal Maine house trim with…
Small Cottage and Vintage Style Master Bedroom
Today I want to share all about this cottage and vintage style master bedroom at our family home here in…
A Traditional Maine Home with a Stylish Antique Hutch
My mother had so many beautiful antiques. And this antique hutch is no exception. She had this hutch decorated with…
Colonial House Plans: From Attic to Wall
Step back in time with colonial house plans. Explore the framed architectural drawings that give an old family home a…
DIY Grilling Station: Easy Steps for Grillers on a Budget
It’s that time of the year when we love to pull the grill out and enjoy cooking in the backyard. We are…
Outdoor Teak Table and Centerpiece
Our outdoor teak table is set and I am patiently waiting for friends to be able to gather once again! I’m dreaming…
Guest Bedroom Makeover: Nostalgia Meets Coastal Vibe
Welcome, friends, to the second decorated guest bedroom here at our coastal cottage home in Maine. To see the first…
Pewter Collection: A Window into the Past
Discover the charm of antique pewter pieces and their rich history. Dive into the world of pewter collection and explore…
Transferware in My Mother’s Maine Home
Explore the beautiful world of transferware dishes in my mother’s Maine home. Discover the history and charm of these antique…
Restoring and Revitalizing a Raeside Dame Home in Coastal Maine
Today I walked into a home that my parents called home for almost 30 years. A home they built in…
Room in Attic Truss: Quaint Bedroom Ideas
Discover how to decorate your attic truss room with charming furniture and nostalgic touches, making it a cozy and inviting…
Guest Bedroom Ideas Created with Antique Family Keepsakes
As I practice my patience in waiting for our newly inherited coastal Maine home to be painted and floors refinished…
Our Family Inherited Coastal Maine Home ~ Before
Living in Vermont and home decor have always been my dream and passion. And I am so grateful for each of…
“A Makeover in Maine,” Country Sampler Magazine
A Vintage Affair
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