Thursday, July 21, 2011

~ Welcome to 425 ~ Our Simple Entry


Hi friends
I decided to share with you a photo of the screen door my husband just installed
(purchased at Home Depot) I LOVE it! It fits the era of our home perfectly
I also took a few photos of our entry


I like a simple and uncluttered entry


A few french bistro chairs which make convenient seats to put on/take off shoes
(basket full of shoes behind the door) ;)
I am still looking for an affordable and charming rug/runner for this space though..any suggestions?


The chippy blue farm table was a $5 Goodwill find a few years ago
I added the white baskets to hide clutter and mail etc. ;)


I decorate the farm table seasonally with fresh flowers
I picked these beautiful hydrangeas from my yard this afternoon


Antique white ironstone is a perfect catchall for our keys


Hydrangeas are so pretty and welcoming in an entryway


Not only is the french zinc watering can decorative but it is also practical 
 I use it alot this time of year


I really love the old archways in our 1930 home
It makes the entry more charming


Well that is our entry here at 425
Very simple

Hope you have a wonderful weekend friends! :)
Thanks for visiting
Hugs,
Rachel


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34 comments:

  1. Kirsty GirlJuly 20, 2011 at 10:03 PM

    I love it all! Gorgeous.

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  2. Robin JohnsonJuly 20, 2011 at 10:37 PM

    Oh how perfect! The screen door is a perfect addition to the front of your adorable home.

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  3. Courtney ~ French Country CottageJuly 20, 2011 at 10:41 PM

    Love your entry Rachel~it is so charming and loving your arched doorways too! :)

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  4. AntiqueChaseJuly 20, 2011 at 11:27 PM

    Very welcoming entry!

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  5. AnonymousJuly 21, 2011 at 1:04 AM

    I love your uncluttered look Rachel! Everything is so pretty from you screen door to your farmhouse table!!

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  6. Ivy and ElephantsJuly 21, 2011 at 3:37 AM

    Rachel the new screen door was a perfect addition to the front of your home. I love the idea of keeping a watering can by the front door. That is brilliant.

    Paula
    ivyandelephants.blogspot.com

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  7. lisaroyJuly 21, 2011 at 4:03 AM

    So charming and pretty! what a lovely vignette to welcome you home everyday :)

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  8. Sunflowers With SmilesJuly 21, 2011 at 4:19 AM

    Love your screen door, the perfect fit for your home. I really enjoy reading your blog. Don't you just love older homes, they have so much charm.

    chestercountycottagegirl.blogspot.com

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  9. traciJuly 21, 2011 at 4:25 AM

    love it. that screen door is perfect. so charming. i don't know how you keep your entryway so clean, at times mine looks like a tornado just went through.

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  10. KarenaJuly 21, 2011 at 4:39 AM

    Lovely Rachel, your new door is perfect. Have you looked at Dash and Albert for a runner? Also Pottery Barn on sale.

    xoxo
    Karena
    Art by Karena

    Come and enter my Giveaway of a very Special Painting by Mary Maxam!

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  11. UnknownJuly 21, 2011 at 4:49 AM

    Rachel, your front enter is so charming... I love it all....have a good rest of the week

    Pattie

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  12. TriciaJuly 21, 2011 at 5:58 AM

    What a pretty entryway. I love all your special touches :)

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  13. LynneJuly 21, 2011 at 6:09 AM

    Isn't it amazing that Home Depot had the perfect screen door for 425? I love the subtle change of ambience a screen door brings to the inside and the outside of the home. Your home is so loved!
    ~Lynne
    [w /l]

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  14. Lori @ Katies Rose Cottage DesignsJuly 21, 2011 at 6:32 AM

    Rachel ~
    Your door and entryway are just gorgeous! I LOVE your home!!

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  15. polkadotpeticoatJuly 21, 2011 at 8:37 AM

    Rachel your home is so SWEET!!!!! inside and out!

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  16. UnknownJuly 21, 2011 at 8:45 AM

    Beautiful Rachel! I love the screen door.
    xo~Jill

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  17. TeteJuly 21, 2011 at 8:48 AM

    A blogger friend of mine just put on of those fun screen doors on and aren't they just perfect? When we redo our doors, these will be on the list.
    Hugs- Tete

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  18. AllisonJuly 21, 2011 at 11:08 AM

    What a beautiful and inviting entry, Rachel! The screen door looks like it was meant for your home...perfect. I love the star on your door. Have a wonderful weekend.

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  19. JenniJuly 21, 2011 at 11:18 AM

    Oh, your front entrance is beautiful, Rachel! I love the view of your house from outside and the sweet hall as you walk in. Your screen door is lovely! I have been trying to talk my husband into one! {I try to talk him into a lot of things, poor guy!} ;)

    I love the simple whites and neutrals you use in your home! :)

    I hope you are having a wonderful day, and that your weekend is a good one! :)

    Blessings,
    Jenni

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  20. Natalie @ Blossoming VisionsJuly 21, 2011 at 11:49 AM

    Hi Rachel! It has been quite some time stranger but I'm happy to see that your home is looking gorgeous with all the new touches. I'm especially loving that screen door. It's all so stunningly shabby ; )

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  21. Jacqueline~Cabin and CottageJuly 21, 2011 at 1:53 PM

    Fantastic door! I wouldn't have thought it was new. Love your style. The entry is just charming! You have a great weekend too!

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  22. AnonymousJuly 21, 2011 at 3:05 PM

    Simple but gorgeous! I would love a screen door for my home, it lets in the most wonderful breeze without having to run that darn a.c. all the time! Marcia

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  23. AnonymousJuly 21, 2011 at 3:16 PM

    I love it all! Simply lovely! Xoxoxo

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  24. Shanon at Vintage Sparkle ChicJuly 21, 2011 at 5:37 PM

    The screen door is perfect! What a find at Home Depot! I love the simplicity of your front entry way, very inviting. Makes me want to "reorganize"! :)

    ~Shanon

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  25. DeborahJuly 21, 2011 at 7:35 PM

    That screen door is so nice Rachel!
    I love your fresh entryway...uncluttered and refreshing!
    Love your decorating style...so soft & pretty!
    Have a great weekend xo

    Deborah xo

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  26. JillyJuly 21, 2011 at 9:04 PM

    What a gorgeous and superb collections in your blog. The screen door is a perfect addition to the front of your adorable home. So charming.
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  27. Sweet Young JourneyJuly 21, 2011 at 10:45 PM

    What a nice hubby! Love love your entry way! I think a nice grain sack would make a beautiful runner for your entry.
    hugs, Cheryl

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  28. Sandi~A Cottage MuseJuly 22, 2011 at 11:55 AM

    Hi Rachel...I've enjoyed walking through this beautiful entry which is simple elegance!

    I've also enjoyed taking a peek at your summer mantel too!

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  29. flowerlady464July 22, 2011 at 6:30 PM

    Hi Rachel!
    Love the screen door. Reminds me of my grandma's house. Can almost hear her yelling to us grand kids,"stay in or stay out...and don't let the door slam." Just as it was slamming!
    Rachel

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  30. Twinkle TerriorJuly 23, 2011 at 12:26 PM

    Rachel...your blog is so pretty! Loved stopping by :)

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  31. LaraJuly 23, 2011 at 3:49 PM

    Hi Sweet Rachel,

    Late to the party with my response here; I've been away from the computer all week. But, I had to leave you a note and tell you just how much I loved seeing your beautiful entryway! It is so so lovely! I think I have love at first sight with your pretty pale blue entry table. Please do not tell me it already came with that gorgeous paint color when you found it!! ; ) I love how simple & pretty you have your welcome area. We definitely share a love for the farmhouse style! I hope you are having a great weekend. I can't wait 'til tomarrow - 8AM flea baby!!!

    xo,
    Lara

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  32. Jen at Little Cottage ChicJuly 24, 2011 at 11:16 AM

    Hi Rachel, thanks so much for your support and for being my 1st follower, you're SO COOL! I want to follow your blog but I don't see a link and I don't know how...help!
    Jen

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  33. Sarah @ Cozy.Cottage.Cute.July 25, 2011 at 7:46 PM

    Everything is sooooo pretty, Rachel!

    Love!!!!!!!!!!!!!

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  34. Comeca JonesJuly 26, 2011 at 7:08 AM

    What a soothing space.

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xo Rachel