Showing posts with label stone. Show all posts
Showing posts with label stone. Show all posts

Thursday, February 11, 2016

ANOTHER Something New at the Bar!!!!!

I shared  when Joe built our bar, when he added real stone to the bottom and then when we added the stone WALLPAPER to the wall. Yes. that really IS wallpaper and  even people who are standing right next to it have to touch it to make sure it is wallpaper!!! If you would like to see the original posts of the bar you can see them here: http://designsbypinky.blogspot.com/search/label/bar  Now there is another something new!!! When he first built the bar he decided to buy some tap handles to display which beers he had for our guests to choose from. This is the original set up for the tap handles.
 Well, he now has QUITE a collection!!! He actually painted this wall, installed the electric switch, hung the shelf and added the tap handles and lights while recuperating from his hip replacement!!!! You can NOT keep that man down!
 He got this idea at a place we frequent up near Strasburg, Pa.

 And he couldn't stop there so we also have 2 MORE shelves of them across the room!


 We kind of have a little tribute to our Dads on the stone wall. This is Joe's Dad, he was a pilot in WW2 and then after the war as his career. I really miss him, he was such a fun guy!!!
 My Father was an artist. My maiden name was Martini, so he did this of his hand and my Mom's holding Martini glasses. I miss him too, even though I don't really remember him: he died when I was 4.
 He did not sign a lot of his work so this is a real treasure to me.
 I thought I would include a shot of the stone under the bar for those of you that missed it.

 This is a drawing of a stained glass window that a neighbor is going to make for Joe. The blue squares that you see are tape, holding the bottles etc. onto the paper....they are not part of the design:)
 
Thanks for your visit. I am longing for Spring. We got some more snow yesterday and it was absolutely GORGEOUS this morning. Every branch of every tree and bush looked like God painted them with snow. I wish I could have gotten a picture to share with you.
XO, Pinky
 
I will be sharing here:
Dixie Delights - Share Your Style
Our Home Away From Home - Tuesday at Our Home
The Dedicated House - Make it Pretty Monday
Savvy Southern Style - WOW Us Wednesday
DIY By Design - Fall Into Fall
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Monday, July 28, 2014

~~~Update, Changes at the Bar!!!~~~

Joe has wanted to do stone on the base of the bar since he built it. But, it is a summer job because he had to use a wet saw and wanted to be able to do it outside. So, last week, he did it! OMGoodness, it looks amazing. We really like it and hope you do too! This is what it has looked like. Joe used cement board for the base knowing that he was going to do the stone. He then painted it this tan color.

 If you want to see the original post of the bar here is the link: http://designsbypinky.blogspot.com/2013/11/the-big-reveal-new-bar.html
As you can see, these pics were taken last Fall:)

 TA DA!!! Here is the stone!!! This was taken with the flash but it gives a better idea of the color of the stone.
 This is the view as you come down the stairs.

 This one was done without the flash. It is horrible coloring I guess because the pendants give off a gold glow. We love having people over and entertaining down here. It is a great entertaining space!!
 
I will be partying with:
Between Naps on the Porch for Metamorphosis Monday

Judy @ DIY by Design for Sizzle Into Summer Wednesday

The Dedicated House – Make it Pretty Monday
Confessions of a Plate Addict - The Scoop
 A Stroll Thru Life – Inspire Me Tuesday
TUESDAYS AT OUR HOME
Happy List Tuesdays~
Worthing Court - Home(work) Wednesday
 
Ivy @ Ivy and Elephants for What's It Wednesday
Let’s Dish!, 
Katherine @ Katherines Corner for Favorite Things Thursday Hop
 Claudia at Mockingbird Hill Cottage for A Favorite Thing.
Between Naps on the Porch – Tablescape Thursday
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Wednesday, February 29, 2012

~~~Let's Go Downstairs, shall we???!!!~~~

I have shown you many of the spaces here at DBP, so I thought today we would go downstairs. I can't show you ALL around right now because the dogs have kinda taken over this area:):) BUT, I thought I would show you some of the things I love down here. Many years ago I decided I wanted to start collecting things that had a "south western" look and feel. I went to MANY good, juried craft fairs to collect alot of the items I will show you. This is the hallway when you come down the stairs and turn right.
 This is the back of the hallway, behind the fireplace in the family room. I will show you the vignette on the table and the things that hang on the walls.
 I actully found these ceramic pieces in 2 different shops! I added the cacti to the one pot.
 This is one of two tables that Joe made for me! The other one is behind the loveseat in the family room. He did SUCH a good job on these. Thanks, honey!!!!
 You don't see any nails or screws when he makes a piece of furniture.
 He routed out all the lines in the design.
 This is one of the art pieces I found.
 This is made out of pottery and a craft fair find. I am glad I collected these things YEARS ago because to get them now would be quite pricey!!!
 This is one of a pair of pictures that I love. They are made of handmade paper that is raised. I also love how they are matted and framed.
 I am sorry for the glare from the doors.
 These 2 framed pieces are actually note paper that I framed myself.
 This mask is made of ceramic and the pouch is wool and other yarn, bought at a craft fair.


 This is another pottery piece. The colors are so pretty!
 I think this one may be my favorite. It is pottery also and inlaid with other materials. I just love it.

 I wish I had the 3 pots in this picture:)
 This piece is made of wood. It is a shadow box and has interesting levels.
So that is a PARTIAL tour of the downstairs. I have alot more to show you but it will have to wait a bit. Thanks for stopping by. I SOOOOOOO appreciate all my loyal followers and supporters. You are all a blessing to me. I will join in these parties too:
 Kristen's Creations for Share Your Creations Party,
Metamorphosis Monday at Between Naps on the Porch
Motivated Monday at Be Colorful
Making the World Cuter Monday at Making the World Cuter
More the Merrier Monday at DIY Home Sweet Home Project
Savvy Homemade Monday at Home Savvy A to Z
Tabletop Tuesday at A Stroll Thru Life
Tutorials and Tips Tuesday at Home Stories A to Z
Wow Us Wednesdays at Savvy Southern Style
It's A Party on Thursday at A Creative Princess
Show and Share on Thursday at Southern Lovely
Open House Party Thursday at No Minimalist Here
Share Your Creations on Thursday at Kristen's Creations
Hookin’ Up on Thursday with House of Hepworths
Addicts (not so) Anonymous on Friday at Addicted 2 Decorating
Inspiration Friday at At the Picket Fence
Saturday Nite Special at Funky Junk Interiors
Sunday Showcase Party at Under the Table and Dreaming
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