Thursday, June 9, 2011

Summer Dining Room

Summer is just about upon us, and our dining room is getting its' simple summer makeover.  Seashells, peonies, roses...and some shabby chic style.  I'll keep the words in this post to a minimum, since there are many photos to share:

The rustic with the elegant...





Inspired by Jeanne D'Arc Living, but holding onto my shabby chic roots...



Keeping it simple with peonies..



...and roses.

Ready to grab this wicker basket for outdoor entertaining...


...and this caddy for dining al fresco!

What a great time of year - I've been enjoying seeing your summer changes as well.
I'm sharing this post with these link parties:  Feathered Nest Friday, Show and Tell Friday, Vintage Inspiration Friday and Pink Saturday.
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33 comments:

  1. Jacqueline~Cabin and CottageJune 9, 2011 at 4:52 PM

    This is such a pretty and soft look. Perfect for summer!

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  2. UnknownJune 9, 2011 at 5:20 PM

    ...sooooooooo very lovely!!!
    ~ and someone else who shares an adoration for apothocary jars:)
    I'll meet you at the beach ~ I'll bring the fizzy lifty drinks and chocolate covered strawberries, you bring the al fresco basket:)
    xo, Rosemary

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  3. TaraJune 9, 2011 at 6:22 PM

    It looks just beautiful. I like all the soft pastels with the few pops of dark wood in the chairs. I also love the paper you have lined in the back of your shelf. Gorgeous peonies too!

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  4. UnknownJune 9, 2011 at 7:11 PM

    ok...i'm joining rosemary for the fizzy lifty drinks and chocolate covered strawberries! i'll bring the wine and cheese! (the summer touches are lovely)

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  5. Linda June 9, 2011 at 8:32 PM

    Everything looks great. I now know what to do with my cutlery basket. I see a ? in the making.

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  6. MarilynJune 9, 2011 at 8:36 PM

    Wow-great eye candy everywhere! Pinks are my favorite in any flower. ♥♫

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  7. UnknownJune 9, 2011 at 9:19 PM

    Very pretty! I love all the neutrals and the pop of pink in the flowers. Sweet!

    ~Liz

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  8. GratefulPrayerThankfulHeartJune 9, 2011 at 9:22 PM

    Every photo is so pretty! A joy stopping by to visit with you!

    Kindly, Lorraine

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  9. Heaven's WalkJune 9, 2011 at 9:32 PM

    What an exquisitely summery post! Love the soft with the rustic notes! And it doesn't get any better than peonies.... ♥

    xoxo laurie

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  10. SusanJune 9, 2011 at 9:53 PM

    Beautiful post! Love all the soft colors!

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  11. UnknownJune 9, 2011 at 9:54 PM

    Oh, your home is so lovely! I just clicked over from the link party! Glad I did!

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  12. Blondie's JournalJune 9, 2011 at 9:59 PM

    Everything looks so pretty Susan. Very airy and fresh for summer. You have inspired me to pare down a bit and add some loveliness! I really like the pops of pink you kept, my favorite color!

    XO,
    Jane

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  13. Debra@CommonGroundJune 10, 2011 at 12:30 AM

    Beautiful, I love the pared down look for summer! Thanks for linking up the inspiration. xo Debra

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  14. Sweet Young JourneyJune 10, 2011 at 1:49 AM

    everything looks so pretty!
    enjoy your weekend!
    : ) Cheryl

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  15. AnonymousJune 10, 2011 at 2:54 AM

    Classy and elegant...those peonies look simply divine in the little cups.

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  16. FRENCH LAUNDRYJune 10, 2011 at 4:05 AM

    Looks great Susan! But then, I knew it would! Have a wonderful weekend.

    Hugs,
    Judy

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  17. Sandi~A Cottage MuseJune 10, 2011 at 11:13 AM

    My oh my oh my...absolutely charming Susan!!
    Elegant, chic and warm...just like you!

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  18. UnknownJune 10, 2011 at 7:49 PM

    It's all so fresh and cool! Lovely summer touches!
    Roselle

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  19. Ivy and ElephantsJune 10, 2011 at 8:10 PM

    Susan,
    Everything is wonderful and puts you in the mood for a fab summer. Thanks so much for sharing! Come by and visit us some time @ ivyandelephants.blogspot.com

    ~Paula

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  20. ArabellaJune 10, 2011 at 8:13 PM

    What a lovely room - everything is just perfect and divine.

    Visiting from Feathered Nest Fridays :O)

    Hugs,
    Marie

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  21. Courtney ~ French Country CottageJune 10, 2011 at 8:14 PM

    So gorgeous. Love your summer dining room and this post- sharing it on FB~ thanks for sharing at FNF :)

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  22. PamelaJune 10, 2011 at 10:48 PM

    Dreamy post Susan!!! I love your dining room!
    Beautiful romantic photos!!

    Pamela xo

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  23. Light and VoicesJune 10, 2011 at 11:35 PM

    Ohhhhh.....swoon.....so dreamy! HPS.
    Joyce M

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  24. KarieJune 11, 2011 at 12:48 AM

    Wow! How beautiful. Love it all. Great photos. Thanks for sharing and have a Happy Pink Saturday. Karie

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  25. AnonymousJune 11, 2011 at 7:46 AM

    I love the combination of rustic, elegance, and shabby. It looks beautiful and inviting. I especially love the basket with the linens and vintage books, so pretty.

    xo,

    Abby

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  26. TriciaJune 11, 2011 at 10:38 AM

    Oh, how pretty! I love the peonies, especially in that rustic chicken wire basket :)

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  27. brenJune 11, 2011 at 6:07 PM

    how can i not love a post that includes peonies!!

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  28. LVJune 11, 2011 at 6:59 PM

    Enjoyed your blog and seeing the pinks. I love how you used the rustic pieces. Nicely done.

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  29. ShabbyprimdelightsJune 11, 2011 at 6:59 PM

    Oh my...your room is divine....everything is just perfect and you have captured it so well. Love the mixture of rustic with elegant. It looks like it belongs in a magazine. Totally love it.
    HPS
    Michelle

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  30. d e l i g h tJune 12, 2011 at 1:25 PM

    My favorite look is rustic with elegant! You have captured it perfectly with your lovely photographs!

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  31. A Shabby Moment in TimeJune 12, 2011 at 11:38 PM

    Susan,
    So pretty! I especially love your dining room and that little caddy basket for dining al fresco is precious. Great summer looks!
    Blessings & Hugs,
    Karen

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  32. Fishtail CottageJune 13, 2011 at 5:05 PM

    Coming by to say hello from Feathered Nest Friday! love how you mix everything up - so fresh, yet vintage! xoxo, tracie

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  33. saltbox
    treasures    June 16, 2011 at 1:35 AM

    Just gorgeous!!!
    ~ Julie

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Thank you for taking the time to comment. I enjoy hearing from you!
- Susan