31 Days of Savoring Home: Day 30 Texas charm!
Posted by Kristen on Oct 30, 2012 in 31 Days of Savoring Home | 1 commentYesterday we heard from Seth’s sister, Claire! Today we get to hear from another sister, my sister-in-law Tina in Ft Worth, Texas! Here is what Tina had to say about her home…
Home for us is cozy space to nap with our pups, watch a football game, have friends and family over, and just a place to relax and be ourselves! Our home was built in 1942 and has lots of charm. It’s not perfect, pretty quirky actually, but it’s cozy and inviting (sounds a lot like family, right?). I would not trade it for any ‘cookie cutter’ home right now; I mean, where would all of my great Canton finds go?!
Everyone loves our red front door and I can’t lie, it’s pretty darn cute and what initially sparked my interest in the house! The bench out front is an antique from a little store in Kiowa, OK where my grandparents live. I think it adds a great pop of color against the grey!
The living room is cozy and usually hosts Aggie football, or a good round of Dance Central where my nephews learned all the greatest dance moves 😉
The entry way table is about 100 years old. It was at my great- grandparent house and fits the space perfectly. I love to mix new pieces with antiques; I think it adds great personality to the space!
The built in cabinets are original to the home. I spruced them up with a fresh coat of paint and some new hardware. My crafty mom was kind enough to make a window seat cushion to complete the space!
Things I love about the bedroom: new hardwoods (holla!), Canton door as headboard ($30 steal), and my antique dressing table!
We recently added a new vanity and tile to our master bath. I love it!
Last but not least, the kitchen. We had the cabinets resurfaced, added quartz countertops, tile/glass back splash, and new appliances.
The cookbook/towel holder above the sink is actually a wine crate!
Notice the quote “If you met my family you would understand.” My mom got that little sign for me and it’s actually perfect. I think that explains a lot about our home and how loving or crazy it can be at times. Thanks for letting me share, Kristen!
Thanks, Tina! As I read this and look at pictures of your home that we have had so much fun in I am reminded of the quote in your parents lakehouse…”Home is where you treat family like friends and friends like family”!
Great job, Tina, the pictures came out great! You and Graham have a very welcoming space!