I’ll be honest…
I am quite familiar with the decorating storms and how they begin
and I can’t even stop when they start.
I have noticed that sometimes those storms start
because there is a piece that you have been shuffling around
that just hasn’t been 100% right anywhere yet.
It talked to you when you found it but you knew you overlooked some stuff.
Like maybe the size or the scale. Things that you really can’t change but that you hoped you would just get over.
Because you didn’t want to wait another who knows how many years
trying to finish that room with that one. piece.
So you brought it home
But you knew immediately that it wasn’t the one and the search was not over.
So you shuffled it from here to there to see where you could make it work
And the thunder started grumbling in the background.
I am all about the thrill of the hunt and finding those vintage treasures.
But sometimes you have something in mind that is so specific that it needs to fit to a T.
And maybe you just want that piece sooner rather than later. #impatient
So instead of scouring flea markets for the next who knows how many years-
you find something that is the next best thing to an antique.
An amazing reproduction.
chippy old paint
I wanted something that fit all those requirements and knocked my socks off.
and flea markets
and I found some things that were nice…
but they weren’t the one.
I found things similar… but not quite right
and the prices were not low enough to make me overlook.
I have learned to almost always listen to that ‘I don’t know…
and take a step back before taking the plunge.
And just waiting until something perfect comes along.
From the shabby paint with the chippy finish to the gilded edges
would fit in my office like a glove.
And no tinkering, painting, re-doing required= a bonus for sure.
It had the look I loved. It was the right size- not too big and cumbersome
like a lot of furniture of today.
And it came with a baby sister.
One that had little gilded edges and carvings and charm…
No thunder rumbling with this one.
It is a perfect little piece nearly everywhere I have tried it.
The only problem I am having right now
is deciding where to leave it.
For those who have emailed asking where to find the pieces I used in my office
they are made by Hooker Furniture.
I have seen them listed many times on Joss & Main (for amazing prices)
and you can find them on Wayfair as well as going directly through
Hooker Furniture to find a local retailer.
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lynn cockrell says
Oh my, Courtney! Your furniture pieces are gorgeous! I love Hooker furniture and I own a couple of pieces myself–a large armoire/entertainment center,with decorative painting and staining, and a small cabinet/occasional table with drop leaves. The table, when leaves are opened, is big enough to be a server. I fell in love with both the moment I saw them. They are from the Seven Seas collection and are very sturdy. I know I will never tire of them because they are timeless in appeal(at least as far as I'm concerned)! I agree, Hooker makes the kind of furniture that, when you see it, you know it is what you have been searching for.
Courtney says
I love that collection too!
Cynthia says
Lynn. I would love to see photos of your furniture pieces too.
Mary Noyes says
My heart skipped when I saw the first photo. I will look up Hooker furniture as I am not familiar. Thank you for a great start to the weekend….
Courtney says
They are fantastic. Thanks for stopping by Mary!
Burlap Luxe says
Very beautiful Courtney, I am in your same storm right now! Finding and bringing in pieces that add all the right kind of rightness I am looking for, as well as waiting for that right piece to find me for a small guest room that will act as a place to rest, read, and a sleep over.
The desk, and it's little sweet sister is amazing, truly pieces that would find a place in my home as well 🙂
Xx
Dore
Sandi Magle says
Hmmm, sounds like you need to order those 'perfect little piece' by the 1/2 dozen'. Cute post…and it is a pretty little piece. Nummy, in fact, Thanks, Sandi
Anonymous says
Your photos are stunning and the furniture made my heart sink into pure want! Hope you are having a great week!
Smiles!
Terry
Cindy says
That desk almost makes me die every time i see it. Oh my goodness it is soooo gorgeous.
Cindy
Unknown says
Such a beautiful office and those desks LOVE. The patina the gold the blue/grey #swoon.
Lauren Baxter | Lovely Decor
xx