Sunday, August 4, 2013

Studio Barn Door


My husband is beginning to think that we're living in barn ~

especially after building these barn doors for me in the guest room
back in February,




and these prairie pink shutters in the kitchen and master bathroom
in May.







Not that living in a barn would be such a bad thing.
I actually wouldn't mind it at all.

I love the sweet fragrance of hay, 
the dusty, sweaty scent of horses,
the molasses-like smell of grain...
and I don't even mind mucking stalls.

So, when the Husband saw an old barn door (a recent antique market find)
leaning up against the house this weekend
with me holding a scrub brush in one hand and Murphy's Oil Soap in the other ~
the eyebrows went up
and I got... 
"The Look".

You know which one I mean, don't you?
That bemoaning facial expression that silently translates to,
"Oh no....NOW what?"

[Well, to tell you the truth, 
even though I still get "The Look" from time to time,
since there was a magazine shoot here at Heaven's Walk a couple months ago
(more on that soon, I promise),
"The Look" is no longer accompanied by a ginormous groan,
which is a very good thing.
Ginormous groans can get very irritating after a while.]

I think he's finally trusting my instincts about styling this old farmhouse
and taking each of my crazy ideas in stride.
No groans.
No suggestions.
No squabbling.
How nice!

So, after I helped him wash both of our SUVs,
(favours go along way, don't you know)
I asked him to help me lug this sweet beauty inside.

He managed about 1/2 of "The Look",
quickly squelched it, 
then tentatively said,
"Where do you want it?"

We leaned her up against one of the French doors leading into my studio,
pushed my workbench back in place....
and it was instant
love.

Even The Husband's eyebrows went up ~
in a very good way.





The pale, faded sea foam green brightened the room and added shabby prairie texture.

One single happy thought kept galloping through my mind ~

"There's a barn door in my studio!" 




Full of chips, cracks, and holes,
she is a perfect fit.







Of course,
I spent the rest of the afternoon stroking it,
hanging things on it,
doing the "dash and turn",
asking Maizie if she liked it,
and taking way too many photos.







It will be the perfect place to display and photograph my dream catchers, 
wind catchers, and large rosaries...




...or even hang my hat.




Maizie, however,
was totally unimpressed with it all.




But Momma is one happy prairie chick!





~  Blessings  ~




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59 comments:

  1. OMG!!! I LOVE your barn door!! It's the perfect shabby chic green!! Was it already this color, or did you paint it? What a fabulous find my friend!!

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  2. Perfect! The door is a fabulous addition, and makes a great backdrop for your pretties.

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  3. Your home is so tranquil and peaceful. Love it!

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  4. Laurie your barn door is a beauty! And you will have so much fun playing around with it too. My barn door is one of my favorite finds! Can't wair to hear about the photo shoot!
    xx
    Anne

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  5. Laurie your barn door is a beauty! And you will have so much fun playing around with it too. My barn door is one of my favorite finds! Can't wair to hear about the photo shoot!
    xx
    Anne

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  6. The barn door looks as though it always lived in your studio. I'll be looking for photos in the future that have it...going to be a great backdrop after being the star of this post.

    Judith

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  7. Laurie...this is just incredibly beautiful and I think hubby is totally getting it! I'm envious but mostly happy for you! :)

    Xo,
    Jane

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  8. Be still my heart--that barn door is a beauty! While we were in MI for a week in July, I did find some lovely smalls, but nary a barn door at any of the markets I visited. I must need a few lessons from you, Laurie 😉

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  9. The door looks beautiful. When Hubby and I were young we dream of buying a barn and making it into a home. Not sure if I want to do that now though, just too much work.

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  10. What a beautiful addition to your studio! Fantastic photos of it and your dream
    catchers (which I love).

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  11. I LOVE it!!! Can't wait to hear more about what magazine you're going to be in!

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  12. Laurie absolutely love your new green shutters, perfect color. Loooks amazing in your studio! I can´t wait to see more pictures...

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  13. I love your barn doors, and wouldn't mind living in a barn either. Hubby and I have discussed buying an old barn to live in. It is just hard to find that perfect one.
    My blog has moved to WP by the way. If you are still following you can find me @ creativecaincabin.com. The URL didn't change, but I need to be removed and re added to make the change take effect.

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  14. it's just charming, laurie:) the photo shoot must have been such fun-can't wait to hear about it! have a great week!

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  15. Just coming back from my holidays in the south of France I come to visit my so beloved blogs and I can't help laughing at reading you !! You are a so good story teller, as good as your pictures ! Love so much both of you talent.
    Pleased to admire your new barn !!
    xoxo from PARIS

    Joëlle

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  16. Laurie,
    One happy Prairie Chick, indeed, dear friend!!!
    The barn door is gorgeous!!!
    Hm~m~m. . .a magazine shoot, huh? Do tell, soon!
    Thanks for sharing your new love, new prop and new adventure!!!
    Fondly,
    Pat

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  17. The barn door looks like it's found the perfect home with you Laurie:) A magazine shot...hmmmmmm!!! That sounds exciting!

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  18. Oh how simply gorgeous! I love the color and your are so right... it pops! It is always good to have a handy hubby! Blessings!

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  19. Laura, what a find. We don't have any of this good stuff where we live, this is me doing a BIG SIGH!! I wish we did so badly. It would be hard for me to get around but I would push myself. Closet place is around 2 hours away. Love, love these. They add so much character and charm. Can't wait to hear the details of the photo shoot.

    Cynthia

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  20. Hi sweet Prairie Chic sister... I am in LOVE with your barn door!... it is so incredibly beautiful and is one of those "meant to be" things in life that happens... for it was certainly meant to be in your lovely studio... and yes, it's the perfect place to photo your dreamcatchers, windcatchers, rosaries and such... and also the perfect spot to hang your hat... I get "the look" every time I come home with something new (old), but it seems "the look" doesn't last quite as long these days as Jack knows I am going to keep right on a doin' it!... he actually loves many of the vintage pieces that find their way home with me... it's just a matter of space here... maybe we need a bigger house, tee hee hee!... Maizie looks so sweet and content... I know she loves the new barn door too and the only look our little fur babies give us is the look of love... I know you are ecstatic over your new door and I am sooo happy for you!... much love, xoxo Julie Marie

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  21. Laurie-this is amazing idea,perfect work and beautiful colour!!!!!!LOVE ♥ Your husband is lovely man!!!
    Have a nice summer!!!
    Hugs!
    xoxo

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  22. Oh my goodness gracious... it's make you grab your heart wonderful! and so funny that you're getting a toned down version of "the look" now. Sometimes these guys actually even catch on to the whole thing and start to almost like it! and let's just say... How many of us soooooooo know "the look".

    Cindy

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  23. I love the color on the door Laurie! It is waaay cool. I have a barn door similar but white and I love it. I think they are getting a little harder to find because they are so cool. I always love seeing into your beautiful home.
    hugs...

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  24. gorgeous find, laurie! i love how you have carried this rustic vintage throughout the house!

    smiles.

    michele

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  25. Perfection!! Stunning photos, like always :)

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  26. I am looking forward to seeing the barn door in your future posts. I can imagine how beautiful it is in person.

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  27. Oh my goodness, Laurie! I really love this! How did you get that home from the market???
    xo

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  28. The color is good enough to eat! What a find. It looks fabulous in your studio and has endless possibilities - Congratulations.

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  29. Your house is looking so gorgeous, Laurie! That barn door is a beauty. I can't wait for you to spill the beans about your photo shoot...sounds exciting!

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  30. Perfect place to photograph your dream catchers! It looks awesome!!!!

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  31. wonderful old door and i just LOVE the color! yes, the perfect backdrop for your lovely dream catchers. i can not wait to hear all about your magazine shoot?!
    erin
    xxoo

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  32. I love this post! I saw it over at Fluster Buster. I would love for you to come share at my From the Farm Blog Hop.
    http://www.fresh-eggs-daily.com/2013/08/from-farm-blog-hop.html
    Lisa
    Fresh Eggs Daily

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  33. What a sweet hubby to build all that for you! I am loving the barn door and the color of it! Great job. Come link up at my party going on now at the Style Sisters Centerpiece Wednesday and share this post. http://thestylesisters.blogspot.com/2013/08/centerpiece-wednesday-87-and-something.html
    Karin

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  34. Oh wow - I love the soft and pretty look of your home. So beautiful.
    I am glad I met up with you at What's It Wednesday. Have a wonderful week.

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  35. Love all the pictures and how you're not afraid to use white. I would love if you would link this up on our blog @ http://thekoenigscreate.blogspot.com/2013/08/mid-week-link-up.html We have a link party going on now till Friday.

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  36. The barn door looks amazing! You are so lucky that the husband can make all that for you! Your blog is one of my absolute favourites! From the way you word the post to the pictures and your beautiful home! So excited to hear about your shoot!!!
    Hugs,
    Amanda @ www.notsoperfectmess.blogspot.co.uk

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  37. Everyone of those photos are beautiful. What fun and fun living and seeing your home every day andi

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  38. Hi
    This is truly beautiful.
    Thanks for linking up with us today at our Thursday Favorite Things Blog Hop.
    Angel @ sewcraftyangel.blogspot.com

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  39. Your blog is soo beautiful! And I love the way the pictures come out. The way you designed that door is just amazing!

    PS: Thanks for joining the bloghop!
    Lynn | Makeup With Tea

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  40. Laurie I know that look all to well, giggle. The door has the perfect home in your studio. The pale green color is perfect for your pretty prairie style. I absolutely love the new addition. If you can hang your hat on it, it must truly be in the right place. I am so excited about the magazine tease you shared. looking forward to learning more. Thank you for sharing at the Thursday Favorite Things hop my friend xo

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  41. Oh, lucky you.... That door is amazing and those pink shutters.... PERFECT!
    Loved all the pics.

    Suzie @ Dorothy Sue and Millie B's too

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  42. Oh what a lovely find! The color is so pretty too! What a perfect backdrop for all you lovlies. Hugs, Deborah

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  43. Wow..absolutely gorgeous. I love the light, bright airiness of your home! And may I say also that I LOVE your hair in your profile pic.

    Cindy at Notes in the Key of Life

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  44. Love the barn door! So pretty!

    Would love to have you link up to The Weekend re-Treat Link Party on The Best Blog Recipes that just started tonight!

    Hope to see you there :)

    Shauna
    http://thebestblogrecipes.com/

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  45. The "dash and turn" ~ hahaha I know it well! Really lovely photos and styling. Found you at Shabbilicious Friday, new follower.

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  46. Laurie, Love your new studio barn door! The color and where you placed it, fits so lovely. I can't wait to see all your beautiful creations on it! Thanks for always stopping by with your wonderful comments. I love the antique garden plates too! By the way, filo dough is a little hard to work with, just cover with a damp cloth when using it. I'm sure your husband will love the strudel too. Happy Friday!

    Hugs,
    Jody

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  47. I LOVE It! Laurie. Its just the perfect door for your studio. Thanks so much for submitting your post to Transformed Tuesday.
    Hugs,
    Peggy~PJH Designs

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  48. Laurie I l o v e it!!!
    Wow its perfect! What a beautiful find.
    I understand the way you feel when you find that perfect piece that just
    makes you over-the-top thrilled!
    I cant stop looking at it...its gorgeous!
    Love your studio!
    Hugs!

    All my heart,
    Deborah xoxoxo

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  49. Laurie, I love your barn door! It's perfect where you have placed it. Thank you for sharing. You will be one of the features tomorrow at the Make it Pretty Monday party at The Dedicated House! Pop on in and grab a feature button for your blog. Hope to see your prettiness again tomorrow at the bash! Toodles, Kathryn @TheDedicatedHouse

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  50. Oh sweetie, it is a beaut. Love it to pieces! You always do such amazing staging. I just don't have that fabulous knack. Can't wait to hear more about the photo shoot! Thanks for sharing with SYC. I will be featuring you this coming week.
    hugs,
    Jann

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  51. Oh..I love your barn doors!! and that you are a prairie chick! Great photos! Stopping by from the Vintage Farmhouse toady.

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  52. Its an awesome piece Laurie! and looks right at home in your lounge room! love it!! and you are so lucky to have such a handyman hubby!!! My husband is good with carpentry but never has the time!!!
    have a wonderful, peacefuly, heavenly day! sending lots of love!

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  53. Love all barn doors!! I love the sea foam green in the studio!! So glad you linked up at Romance on a dime again. Hope to see you this Tuesday!

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  54. OH, Laurie - this barn door is gorgeous - love the beautiful green color - what an amazing find! Can't wait to here more about the photo shoot - sounds Heavenly ;)
    I am delighted that you shared with Home and Garden Thursday,
    Kathy

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  55. It is absolutely beautiful . . . the entire room is beautiful . . . Maizie is beautiful and she was just too worn out watching you work hard to show how much she likes it.

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  56. Love how your hubby even took notice of how it looks in there...so rewarding when even they can't help but fall for it. I am so happy for you to have something this fabulous...I am in LOVE with how perfect it looks in there! So exciting! I just know exactly how you must feel. xoxo

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  57. I'm extremely impressed along with your writing abilities and also with the format on your blog about antique doors Colton. Is that this a paid theme or did you modify it your self? Anyway keep up the excellent high quality writing, it is rare to see a nice blog like this one nowadays..

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