Negative: Hand-me-downs
My mom has been given many pieces throughout the years whether she has wanted them or not. She even tried to give away some of these clunkers but had no luck. I admire her ability to take something that is bulky and make it fit into a room. Her creativity inspired my list:
How to Style your Home with Antiques:
1. Use a wardrobe to display personal items.
This traveling trunk is beat up from the outside, but the inside is in rather good shape. We all have baby clothes stowed away. My mom chose to display some of our handmade outfits.
2. Old dressers and chests can be used for storage.
This chest has been used to store holiday decorations for many years. Now, mom mother hides linens in this chest in the guest bedroom. Ideal to hold extra blankets or towels.
3. Refresh an old piece that serves a legitimate purpose in a room.
This luggage rack was painted white to match the theme of the room. Every time I visit I use this to hold my suitcase.
When shopping or rummaging through your aunt's garage, think about pieces you truly need: a bedside table, desk for an office, bench for the mudroom.
What I love: My children's baby clothes will one day be hung besides my Christmas dress and my mother's christening gown.
What I would change: What else do you see the traveling trunk being used for? One day it will be mine!
Status: Not for Sale
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