waiting in the wings

4/21/12

Yesterday I finally had a chance to give my latest thrift store vintage sheets a good soaking, laundering and ironing so I thought I'd share a sneak peek.  Normally when I buy old textiles I don't have anything in mind...I just buy what I like knowing I'm sure to find the perfect project down the road.


This time I started gathering sheets and pillow cases and realized that I was collecting with a purpose. 


Before I knew it, I had put together a new look for our master bedroom.

Now that I see it all laid out next to my $4.00 oil painting, I am more sure than ever.  I love it...the red and yellow color scheme is such an obvious choice .  The muted colors all faded and comfy looking just speak to my cottage soul.



Now if I can just find an old chenille bedspread to top it all off.   Or even a vintage looking spread...maybe some butter cream walls...I feel a painting job coming on.  Oh, how I wish I didn't hate painting walls.   If the mister didn't already have such a long to do list I might try to talk him into it but that would make this bedroom redo happen sometime in 2013.



The last thing I was looking for was a new project but when vintage linens call, what's a girl to do? 

Actually this girl has a few irons in the fire I have to finish up first but who doesn't love a fun project in planning stages?

What plans do you waiting in the wings?

xo, Patty
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23 comments

  1. KerinApril 21, 2012 at 7:35 AM

    Good Morning Patty,
    What great finds!
    I think I have some pillow cases that are similar to the red plaid that you have in the far right of the picture. Love reds, yellows, and plaids !

    Your bedroom is going to be darling!!

    You know I'd help you paint, if I lived closer.

    Can't wait to see how it turns out.

    I'm going to try to get a coat of paint on the picnic table today :)

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  2. BonnieApril 21, 2012 at 8:08 AM

    Can't wait to see what is on the table. Bonnie

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  3. debbie @ happy little cottageApril 21, 2012 at 8:25 AM

    Love the colors!! And mixed with a chenille spread??? Yummy! Though I kinda feel bad for your hubby :)
    Have a great weekend! xoxo Debbie

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  4. Vintage HomeApril 21, 2012 at 8:32 AM

    Oh I do love vintage sheets...can't wait to see how this all pulls together..Love them all with the print!
    I have a butter yellow chenille spread that would be great with this!...

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  5. Barbara F.April 21, 2012 at 8:46 AM

    Patty,those linens look brand-new to me. I love the colors, too. I think your room will happen sooner than 2013! ;-) xo

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  6. Maureen WyattApril 21, 2012 at 9:04 AM

    This is going to be wonderful and surely worth a little wall painting angst! ~ Maureen

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  7. Lisa~A Cottage To MeApril 21, 2012 at 9:25 AM

    Great linen finds! Lucky you to have them. Have fun with all of your projects!

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  8. ButtercupApril 21, 2012 at 11:20 AM

    You have put everything together with such a great eye for design and color. Can you come to New York? My goal is to set up a craft area, but it's still in the thinking stage.

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  9. pembrokeshire lassApril 21, 2012 at 11:51 AM

    Hi Patty....I truly believe in the old adage...'a girl'd gotta do ..what a girl's gotta do' stick with it kid!! Joan

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  10. princessApril 21, 2012 at 11:51 AM

    I love these colours!!! Lucky you!

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  11. TracyApril 21, 2012 at 12:22 PM

    Oh I can't wait to see what you do to the master bedroom! The textiles & painting are so lovely! Right now I am painting my dining room & office (open floor plan). :)

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  12. My Little Home and GardenApril 21, 2012 at 12:28 PM

    I have some painting projects waiting in the wings. I'd better make a list! Have a lovely weekend, Patty.
    -Karen

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  13. LindaApril 21, 2012 at 12:48 PM

    Oh that's going to be really pretty!! Have a great weekend!!

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  14. KrisApril 21, 2012 at 1:44 PM

    It is nice to have a few irons in the fire, I think!!! Enjoy!

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  15. Brenda PruittApril 21, 2012 at 2:10 PM

    Since I was a child, I've love the combination of reds with yellows. So cheerful and full of spirit.
    Brenda

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  16. bjApril 21, 2012 at 2:33 PM

    I do love the yellows and reds. Sassy but classic. You will have an awesome room.:)

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  17. Cherub CottageApril 21, 2012 at 4:22 PM

    Great finds... I love when that happens, and then it all just falls in place.

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  18. NanaDianaApril 21, 2012 at 5:23 PM

    Patty- It looks like it is going to be a great project when you have it all pulled together. I love it. I think it will be bright and cheerful....and fun. I see a painting job not too far in the future for you. xo Diana

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  19. UnknownApril 22, 2012 at 7:43 AM

    I've got too many plans in the wings to count! Maybe one day I will get around to finishing them! Can't wait to see how it all comes together!

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  20. Nancy JoApril 22, 2012 at 9:38 AM

    Hi PATTY,
    Yesterday I was using the cupcake wrappers you sent me. Such a nice package you sent me.
    I see lots of sheets at the thrift store I never think to buy them, guess I better think again, yours look so nice.
    How do you make your pictures the size they are? Mine are smaller.
    Nancy Jo

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  21. Perfectly PrintedApril 22, 2012 at 7:31 PM

    What great vintage linens!!

    chris

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  22. KrisApril 22, 2012 at 8:49 PM

    I love vintage textiles too. I also love the red/yellow combination! So nice. Have fun!!!

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  23. trishApril 24, 2012 at 3:39 AM

    I love those colors together and creamy walls would be so pretty. :0)
    I am finishing a couple of projects that I hope to post this week. :0)
    I hope you are having a nice week. Hugs. Trish

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