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Dainty Swags & bows



A little something pretty
with delicate swags of dainty flowers
 &
 sweet bows


I love architectural salvage pieces.
In whole or just bits and pieces~ I love them. 
It is something I always keep an eye out for while I am antiquing.

 old glass doorknobs with intricate key plates 
a simple beautiful door
 shabby glass paned windows 
and chunky corbels that once graced an old home.
Architectural pieces bring so much charm and character to a room.


But it isn't always so easy to find the salvage pieces you are looking for and
 sometimes you have to look for quite awhile for the perfect piece for the perfect spot


then throw in being a little impatient... and well, 
 I just decided to make one of my own.


Ohh... I love how it turned out!
So simple but so charming at the same time and am loving the color and finish on it too~
the soft taupe gray reminds me of the original finish on the armoire in my bathroom


As I was photographing this vignette on this chippy old table
 a completely random idea popped into my head
and I ran with it...

Soooo
 while the boys were watching the super bowl...
I was listening to a little music on Pandora and working on turning this piece into something different~
which I will share with you soon!

(Did I say how much I am loving these roses? Okay... Just making sure :) )


Happy Monday everyone!


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  1. Lori @ Katies Rose Cottage DesignsFebruary 6, 2012 at 5:32 AM

    Oh my goodness soooo beautiful!!

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  2. MariaelenaFebruary 6, 2012 at 5:54 AM

    absolutely LOVELY!!...xo, Mariaelena

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  3. Kathy @ Creative Home ExpressionsFebruary 6, 2012 at 6:02 AM

    It looks great with the chairs and the roses, Courtney!

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  4. Design is... All in the DetailFebruary 6, 2012 at 6:37 AM

    What a beautiful post - thank you for sharing. Have a wonderful day!

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  5. AmberFebruary 6, 2012 at 6:55 AM

    So pretty! LOVE the roses!! Can't wait till they start blooming again. Happy Monday!

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  6. Cat-arzynaFebruary 6, 2012 at 6:58 AM

    Absolutely stunning photos !
    Thanks for sharing !

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  7. laxsupermomFebruary 6, 2012 at 7:01 AM

    What beautiful photos! Thanks for sharing.

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  8. GoldieFebruary 6, 2012 at 7:03 AM

    I love how the flowers are slightly "worn" showing that they may have been smelled in a loving fashion!

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  9. Fox Hollow CottageFebruary 6, 2012 at 7:24 AM

    All your posts are always so pretty... They make me go "ahh" ;)

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  10. marty (A Stroll Thru Life)February 6, 2012 at 7:31 AM

    Gorgeous. So dainty and so beautiful. Hugs, Marty

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  11. MariFebruary 6, 2012 at 7:47 AM

    Hi Courtney, gosh it's simply gorgeous .....
    Love your gorgeous pic's :)

    Smiles~
    Mari

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  12. Fresh Vanilla For CFebruary 6, 2012 at 8:10 AM

    Hi Courtney~~ LOve the beautiful swag. Everything you do is gorgeous:)
    Have a great week
    ~~Cheryl

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  13. Anne Lorys - Fiona and TwigFebruary 6, 2012 at 8:27 AM

    so gorgeous!!!!

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  14. Shanon at Vintage Sparkle ChicFebruary 6, 2012 at 8:33 AM

    What???? You MADE that swag?? You are amazing! I love it! Love the flowers and your beautiful photos.

    ~Shanon

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  15. Kim @ Savvy Southern StyleFebruary 6, 2012 at 8:38 AM

    That is so pretty and can't wait to see what you are up to.

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  16. Linda at French HollowFebruary 6, 2012 at 8:51 AM

    I completely agree with Fox Hollow Cottage - makes me go ahh. I love following your blog.

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  17. DeseraeFebruary 6, 2012 at 9:22 AM

    Gorgeous as always! Can't wait to see what you are working on! Don't keep us waiting too long ;o)
    ~Des

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  18. ℳartina @ Northern NestingFebruary 6, 2012 at 9:52 AM

    So Pretty!!

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  19. Rachel PallasFebruary 6, 2012 at 9:57 AM

    ~B~E~A~U~T~I~F~U~L~ xo

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  20. Meeha MeehaFebruary 6, 2012 at 10:38 AM

    Hi, I'm new to your blog and I don't usually comment, but these pics are fantastic! I love the delicate texture on the petal roses and the intricate wooden details :)

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  21. KimFebruary 6, 2012 at 11:22 AM

    Loved this post. I, too, am crazy about the perfect architectural pieces and have collected them for years. The swags and bows are one of my favorite motifs. Can't wait to see what you're gonna do...

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  22. Kerryanne @ Shabby Art BoutiqueFebruary 6, 2012 at 11:29 AM

    It looks great Courtney and I can't wait to see what it has now become.

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  23. AnneFebruary 6, 2012 at 11:32 AM

    Love it.Can't wait to see the rest of the reveal.

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  24. At The Picket FenceFebruary 6, 2012 at 11:50 AM

    Oh my goodness! Just gorgeous, can't wait to see more.

    Heather

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  25. JudyFebruary 6, 2012 at 1:04 PM

    Beautiful roses...gorgeous vignette.

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  26. Lauren @ My Wonderfully MadeFebruary 6, 2012 at 2:07 PM

    Just beautiful! Can't wait to see what you have up your sleeve.

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  27. Rosemary@villabarnesFebruary 6, 2012 at 3:47 PM

    Swags and roses. Two of my favorite things. Beautiful as always Courtney.

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  28. Busy As Can BeFebruary 6, 2012 at 3:54 PM

    so pretty...glad I stopped by...

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  29. andreaFebruary 6, 2012 at 5:30 PM

    Courtney, I can pick out which photo is yours out of a 100 linky photos w/o even seeing your name on it. Signing on to your new linky format, too....andrea@townandprairie

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  30. A Cottage MuseFebruary 6, 2012 at 5:46 PM

    You've welcomed us and this new week beautifully!!

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  31. Shirley@Housepitality DesignsFebruary 6, 2012 at 6:20 PM

    Those roses are perfect for your vignette..Looking forward to your "epiphany"

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  32. OrchidsandLaundryFebruary 6, 2012 at 6:37 PM

    Very beautiful!

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  33. Amy @MaisonDecorFebruary 6, 2012 at 8:09 PM

    love it~what the heck is it gonna be...you keep blowing my mind! I want to buy some appliques for my mantel an dbookcases...did you get yours from Vanderbilt?

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  34. Shabby chic SandyFebruary 7, 2012 at 1:29 AM

    So pretty-and I can't wait to hear what random idea popped in your head!

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  35. ~Renee CreatingCottageFebruary 7, 2012 at 10:19 AM

    did you make the furniture appliques? I also make my own because I'm also impatient, but for me, I was looking to add a little color into appliques. But I do love the way these came out, you did a wonderful job!

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  36. Elizabeth and GaryFebruary 7, 2012 at 1:49 PM

    Hi Courtney,
    Such a beautiful post. I love the soft taupe gray too so pretty..
    Have a sweet day, Elizabeth

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  37. chateau chicFebruary 7, 2012 at 7:04 PM

    I'm a fan of architectural pieces, and the one you made is so beautiful. Especially with the roses!
    Mary Alice

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  38. Little Miss MaggieFebruary 8, 2012 at 8:20 AM

    I too love swags on just about anything. They can transform any piece into a thing of beauty. Your pale pink roses are to die for too. Roses and swags - the perfect combination!

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  39. PattiFebruary 8, 2012 at 2:40 PM

    so pretty!

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  40. Alison @ The PolohouseFebruary 11, 2012 at 3:51 PM

    Just plain gorgeousness.
    :)

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