You know, I will admit that I am addicted to shopping marketplace and thrift stores. It is almost like I can’t stop myself from snagging something that is a good deal. Even if I am not sure where I can tuck it in the house. Or even if I necessarily need it for a photo shoot at the moment. I do usually know I can do something with it and likely will need it for a photo shoot soon. And it helps that we now have a warehouse space where I can store extras if needed. So, I bring things home with me often.
A little ‘settee’
This little cutie…well, I sat on it for a minute after finding it to be honest. I knew I didn’t need another sofa. But then I rationalized, it wasn’t a ‘sofa’ it was a ‘loveseat’- and a small one at that. More like a ‘settee’ so that is a different story, right?
So I contemplated again… I already knew I loved the green floral chintz fabric- no question there.
And the ruffle skirt? Well, it was pretty much a done deal.
I messaged the seller and asked if it was available. Was it from a smoke free home, etc. Because for $60- there was no way it wasn’t coming home with me. Even just for the inspired photo shoot I already dreamed up for it. Well, you guessed it. It was available and it was coming home with me.
Vintage Floral Chintz
Voila. Here it is in all its green floral ruffly chintz glory. And I am OBSESSED with the ruffle.
My daughter and I hauled it up to the back 40 by the sweet peas and did a little impromptu photo shoot with me and sweet little Louis, one of our roosters. It was HOT but we managed to get it wrapped up in just about 30 minutes and side note: Isn’t my daughter great with taking photos and videos? She does such an amazing job!
A Little whimsy
A vintage floral chintz sofa, a sweet chicken and a little whimsy with sweet peas in bloom- all a beautiful thing on their own and together, even more lovely.
Here a little bts video
Just a little appreciation post about finding joy in the beauty that is all around us.
Stay tuned for what might be the craziest thing I have brought home with me from marketplace coming next week.
Happy Thursday.
no rationalizing for me…if I love it’s bought!😂 life is short, Enjoy!!
Me too!
Loving this all natural photography, and the settee is adorable!!
This settee is darling! You always find the best things! I always love seeing what you will bring home next and where it lands. Until the next…………..xo Ashley Bergstrom
Hi Courtney Like you, i love chintz, and so four years ago, when I moved from the US to Montreal, i found new second hand shops pretty quickly. I love my decor, but my bedroom was not up to par, One day, i waslked into that second hand shore i like and found chintz discarded drapes for $7. there was enough for me to build a chintz ruffle around my bed plus a matching pillow. Now it’s perfect. Thanks for sharing your pix.
I ABSOLUTELY LUV THE LUVSEAT!! PERFECTION ABOUNDS! Thank you for all the inspIration!
Very cool, the photos were great and video and music were great.
Im reading ths wondering had i beem lucky enough to find such a treasure where would i put it? But I know it wouldn’t matter where BECAUSE i would buy it. It would find a spot! Love it!
LOVE IT!! And what a great deal. I would not have hesitated either
Simply beautiful…you always inspire me!! Thank you so much for sharing your beautiful seetee and fun photo shoot! Love it!!
Please show us where you end up using it permanently! It is adorable.
I don’t know which is prettier….sweet little louis, the loveseat or the gal sitting on it.