I have always loved the look of an old library or study.
A little room surrounded in floor to ceiling bookcases, beautiful old books and treasures.
With an old reading table covered with your latest books, magazines
and inspirations.
Our old round dining table moved to the far side of the living room
and found a new spot in front of one of the windows
The chandelier hanging above lights up the evenings with it’s warm glow
while sunshine streaming in through the window during the day
fills the room with little reflections from it’s prisms.
This delightful chicken wire topiary planter was a recent Ben Franklin find.
The wirey construction and charm remind
me of my sweet friend Erin over at Peony Wire Works
A vintage vase filled with a bouquet of pretty pink roses &
white carnations from my sweets
bring a bit of garden charm inside with their blooms…
while a stack of gorgeous books calls to me to come
sit and gather up some inspirations.
Sharing with
Amy Chalmers says
That is inspiring Courtney, I would love to have a reading table to pile my books upon and sit under a chandy and read away…love this!
Kim @ Savvy Southern Style says
Courtney, that is so pretty. Love the wire cloche. We don't have Ben Franklin stores here anymore. We did long time ago.
High Street Cottage says
Courtney I love it! It's so cozy, so pretty. I also adore the wire cloche, I have been looking for one for ages. The perfect sitting spot, and nice place to study too.
Anonymous says
So beautiful. I'd love to sit there and read for hours.
x
Vintage Gal says
That looks like a beautiful place to sit and read for hours with a cup of tea 😉
Unknown says
What a lovely little place to read. The window area looks so bright and cheery too, it's a perfect location for your relaxation time. Such a beautiful blog you have 🙂
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Anne says
Very elegant with the moss and books… lovely!
Janet says
very inviting, and a lovely place to sit and read.
ℳartina @ Northern Nesting says
Courtney that looks beautiful!! Love the wire cloche and the moss balls you added to it. Martina
NanaDiana says
Courtney-It is just magical…a perfect place to sit and read and enjoy a cup of coffee or a glass of wine…enjoy a magazine or a chat. LOVE IT- You have created a perfectly serene setting! Hugs- Diana
Blondie's Journal says
This is a wonderful little spot to relax and read. I am admiring that cloche. We don't have Ben Franklin stores here. The little mossy balls look great in it!
XO,
Jane
Chrissy...The Apothecary Shop says
Perfect little spot..and oh so pretty!!!
Shelia says
Hi Courtney, this is so pretty! Love the vignette and I would love to have a spot like this.
Be a sweetie,
Shelia 😉
Sue says
Hi Courtney,
I am sitting at my own little round table in front of the windows, next to a stack of books piled high! We just added the very same thing to our family room about a month ago and I love it. You have got some very pretty accessories on yours though! Love the cloche. Mine isn't blog worthy yet.
What is it they say about great minds thinking alike?? lol
Sue
Sonya@Beyond the Screen Door says
What a sweet spot! It does make you want to sit, read and be inspired!
raggygirlvintage says
Love your cute vignette perfectly placed to catch the light!
Tracey
Ricki Treleaven says
Courtney, I absolutely love this. I would love to have a sunny spot to read, create, and dream. This is such an inspiring post for me! I really need to finish our at-home art studio.
Val says
Courtney, I will be right over. I will have a basket filled with teas and baked goodies and we can talk for hours in your nook!! <3
Ido says
You gave me in my Achilles heel, I love old studios or libraries, I'm trying to convert my living room in one, I also have a table with chairs, we enjoy reading and doing homework there since we have a spectacular view. Your place is very cozy and inviting!
XXX Ido
Erin says
Courtney this spot looks perfect to me! I love to read and all of that natural light and your home decor is gorgeous, I would be there all day!!! Thanks for the compliment of that reminding you of me:) I do love that design!
Diann says
What a beautiful vignette!
Marty@A Stroll Thru Life says
Oh this is such a gorgeous spot. I love your vignette. The flowers are beautiful and that wire cloche is perfect. Love it. Thanks so much for joining TTT. Hugs, Marty
Fishtail Cottage says
Everyone needs their own "spot"….such a pretty and relaxing place to cozy up! xoxo
Lisa ~Suburban Retreat~ says
It's so nice that a corner of your livingroom, filled with natural light, can become a gorgeous reading nook! Beautiful!
lvroftiques says
That looks like a perfect spot for a good book and a cup of tea! Vanna
Ann-Marie ~ Brambly says
So beautiful! I would love to sit there and read.
Ann-Marie
Rachel Noelle Pallas says
So beautiful and cozy!! 🙂 Hugs,Rachel
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Heather says
What a beautiful place to sit and read! I just adore it!
VINTAGE HOME lifestyle says
Hi Courtney…beautiful photos. It is so nice to see the sunshine in out little town again. We still need to get together for coffee & talk.
ox~Cathleen
Linda@Coastal Charm says
Your area is sooo pretty…love the wire cloche.
Blessings,
Linda
Mary Ann says
courtney, nice vignettes. loving the look of stacking of books. are you going to the remnants of the past this spring? have great a great one! maryann (verbena cottage)
Unknown says
what a perfect place to read & i love the chandeliier
Tammy @BeatriceBanks says
Beautiful! Such a pretty place to read.
Elizabeth says
Gorgeous and inviting!
Cindy says
Just simply Charming…
Cindy
Sarah @ Modern Country Style says
Hello cutiepips,
This spot looks just perfect. I think it's just waiting for me to plonk myself down with a good book and a cuppa tea!! You want to join me? Brilliant!!
Sarahx
Sherry @ No Minimalist Here says
Courtney, This spot is beautiful and the perfect place to enjoy a good book. I love your new wire cloche. Thanks for sharing this pretty space at my party.
xo,
Sherry
Tammy @ Type A says
beautiful. i would love it if you shared it at my party. http://typeadecorating.blogspot.com/2011/04/anything-goes-party-12.html
The Charm of Home says
Courtney,
This is a beautiful little spot to read. I love the wire cloche with the moss balls. Very pretty! Your pics with the light streaming in are so pretty.
Thanks for linking it up!
Sherry
Debra@CommonGround says
What a beautiful spot! The windows are gorgeous. I can just imagine sitting there with a cup of coffee enjoying the morning. Love having join in for Vintage Inspiration! xoxo Debra