Saturday, May 11, 2013

Be Inspired #139: Finding French Farmhouse Style

Hi Everyone, time for Be Inspired
the place to share what's been inspiring you this week.

More often than not, finding our "style" is a journey...a road that we walk as we mature, grow and evolve in our own distinct way. So many things contribute to how we decorate our homes and spaces; finances, life experience, and even our spouses affect our choices. I'm still on my path, as most of us are. We have basic elements that we can hone and tweak, but we rarely discard our basic design core. 

I've known Polly since I first started blogging. Her original blog was Sassafras Stuff. She's been a busy gal these last few years with antique spaces and now a new store. In her new blog, Georgie Emerson Vintage, Polly shared how her Dining Room has evolved over the last few years, as she searched for just the right pieces.   
 has been evolving her Dining Room to bring it to a French Farmhouse feel.


I love everything about this room...






Here are a few other links that I really enjoyed...


Christine from Little Brags shares her wonderful front porch refresh.
Ruffled Lamp Shade and tutorial from
Shanna at Restoration Redoux.




Korrie from Red Hen Home
 shared her mad furniture making skills with these two projects.

Pottery Barn Inspired Table



and a Woven Back Garden Bench


Kathleen from Charm Bracelet Diva gives us advice for our Hydrangea's care.



Megan from Restoring the Roost and her hubby 
created this great potting bench from wood pallets.



And I'm a fan of olive oil so I loved this post about making your own infused
olive oils from  The Beachfront Home



This week's Be Inspired is sponsored by Rose of Rosekraft, who has some of the most wonderful framed bits of vintage ephemera and die cuts. Beautifully framed, they are little works of art for your decor. Hope you'll run by and take a peek.




Hope you'll join in today for the party!
Be Inspired is open to all inspiring posts. 
Please have a link back to Common Ground to be featured.


and check out these other great Friday Parties:


Have a wonderful weekend,
xoxo,



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65 comments:

  1. Faded CharmMay 9, 2013 at 11:25 AM

    I, too, love Polly's dining room. simple, yet elegant!

    Thanks for hosting every week.

    I hope your weather is warming up and you can enjoy the weekend:-)

    xoxo
    Kathleen

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  2. Patty @ That's So PrettyMay 9, 2013 at 11:32 AM

    So many wonderful features and so much inspiration Debra, thank you for hosting.

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  3. Kim @ Savvy Southern StyleMay 9, 2013 at 11:34 AM

    Debra, I love that dining room and will have to check out her blog.
    Thanks for hosting.

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  4. AnonymousMay 9, 2013 at 11:39 AM

    Pretty features, Debra! I would love to have that cupboard/Welsh dresser in the dining room. Always wanted one of those, antique or new, love the look.
    Thank you for hosting!

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  5. Melissa@daisymaebelle.comMay 9, 2013 at 11:41 AM

    LOVE that farmhouse dining room! So fresh! Thanks for hosting! Life to the full! Melissa @ DaisyMaeBelle

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  6. Cristina GarayMay 9, 2013 at 11:47 AM

    I love that potting bench, something I want to create. Thanks for hosting, Debra.

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  7. SusanMay 9, 2013 at 12:19 PM

    I just love all these photos. Bloggers are such wonderful inspiration to us all for ideas to decorate our homes.

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  8. Nici @ Posed PerfectionMay 9, 2013 at 12:27 PM

    Thanks so much for hosting! Have a wonderful weekend!
    Blessings,
    Nici

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  9. UnknownMay 9, 2013 at 12:30 PM

    Hi Debra, I wonder how many times our personal style changes over a lifetime? I know I've run the gamut already!! Thanks for hosting and thanks so very much for this feature! It means so very much to me.

    xoxo


    Polly

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  10. Kathy @ Creative Home ExpressionsMay 9, 2013 at 12:35 PM

    I just LOVE all these features, Debra! Thanks for hosting and have a great weekend! Hope the hubby is doing better.

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  11. Linda@Coastal CharmMay 9, 2013 at 12:41 PM

    Looks like I am going to be busy with all these wonderful features.

    Blessings,
    Linda

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  12. Curtains in My TreeMay 9, 2013 at 12:49 PM

    I see lots Mother's Day flowers

    thanks for hosting

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  13. The Charm of HomeMay 9, 2013 at 12:53 PM

    Beautiful featured style! Thank you for hosting and for joining me at Home Sweet Home!
    Sherry

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  14. UnknownMay 9, 2013 at 1:03 PM

    Thanks so much for hosting, I love the traffic it brings to my blog and seeing what everyone else has done.

    Have a super weekend,
    Julie

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  15. KathyMay 9, 2013 at 1:08 PM

    We all grow and change and will change again. Each time I paint some furniture, my daugher says, 'but I didn't think you liked it painted or white?' I definitely do now! I do appreciate you hosting,
    Kathy

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  16. Debbie-Dabble Blog and A Debbie-Dabble ChristmasMay 9, 2013 at 1:17 PM

    Debra,
    Great features!! thanks so much for hosting each week!!

    Hugs,
    Debbie

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  17. Liz @ Quirky VistasMay 9, 2013 at 1:50 PM

    Debra, you certainly do have a little something for everyone. Thanks for making your party so fun with all the great features and the chance to link up!
    Liz

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  18. AnonymousMay 9, 2013 at 1:53 PM

    Happy Weekend and thank you for hosting Debra. :)

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  19. must love junkMay 9, 2013 at 2:01 PM

    I've met Polly in person and she and her shop are both fabulous! :)
    Thanks for hosting!
    Susan

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  20. ChristineMay 9, 2013 at 2:08 PM

    LOVE the dining room!!
    Thanks so much for the great party! Have a Fabulous weekend!

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  21. Korrie@RedHenHomeMay 9, 2013 at 2:23 PM

    I'm tickled that you liked my table and bench. Thanks!

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  22. Susan EvelynAndRoseMay 9, 2013 at 2:25 PM

    Always inspired here...thanks Debra!

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  23. Julie MarieMay 9, 2013 at 2:27 PM

    Hello Debra... love all of these photos you have shared... I think I tend to stick with my basic style I love, which I call shabby farmhouse cottage with a twist of French and a dash of Prairie... how's that for a style?... I am still tweaking things too... and much of my inspiration comes from right here... your blog... on Fridays!... much love, xoxo Julie Marie

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  24. UnknownMay 9, 2013 at 2:42 PM

    ...lol! did someone mention change?! I think I must be a "test drive home" kinda girl, yep! re-decorating every so often is right up my alley!! happy Inspired Friday Debra!
    xo, Rosemary

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  25. Debra at HOMESPUN: http://www.thehomespun.com May 9, 2013 at 2:45 PM

    Thank you for hosting and enjoy the weekend! :)

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  26. Confessions of a Plate AddictMay 9, 2013 at 2:45 PM

    Love the features, Debra! Thanks for hosting!...hugs...Debbie

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  27. Christine at Little BragsMay 9, 2013 at 3:22 PM

    Deb, I am thrilled to see my porch post featured here....Thanks a ton!!! now come over and steal anything you want! LOL....Thanks for the partyyyyyyy

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  28. Jacqueline~Cabin and CottageMay 9, 2013 at 4:07 PM

    Thanks so much, Debra! Have a happy MD weekend! xx

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  29. Rosemary@villabarnesMay 9, 2013 at 4:43 PM

    I love Polly's fresh style. Great features all around. Thanks for hosting.

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  30. Tarnished RoyaltyMay 9, 2013 at 4:44 PM

    Thank you for hosting, this is my first time to link up!

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  31. TrishaMay 9, 2013 at 4:49 PM

    Thanks for hosting and letting me join in!

    ~Trisha

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  32. DianeMay 9, 2013 at 4:55 PM

    Love the french farmhouse pics and what a pretty garden bench feature! Thanks for hosting!

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  33. AnneMay 9, 2013 at 5:04 PM

    Great farmhouse inspiration! Thank you so much for hosting Debra!
    xx
    Anne

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  34. Kathryn Ferguson GriffinMay 9, 2013 at 5:08 PM

    Dreamy dining room! Thank you for hosting. Have a happy weekend. Toodles, Kathryn @TheDedicatedHouse

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  35. SylviaMay 9, 2013 at 5:18 PM

    Dear Debra, thank you for having me at Be Inspired. I truly feel inspired when I see your features. I think I am going to make my own infused olive oil...
    Wishing you a Happy Mother's Day!

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  36. Christy @ Our Southern HomeMay 9, 2013 at 5:28 PM

    Debra, Thanks you for hosting! The features and inspiration are amazing!!!

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  37. Susan FreemanMay 9, 2013 at 5:50 PM

    Thank you for another inspiring party!

    Big Hugs,
    Susan and Bentley

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  38. Donna WilkesMay 9, 2013 at 5:52 PM

    Rows and rows of pretty, pretty things! Oh, my! Thank you for hosting.

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  39. KathleenMay 9, 2013 at 5:57 PM

    Thanks so much for hosting! Looking at all the pretties will keep me very busy!

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  40. Brenda PruittMay 9, 2013 at 6:45 PM

    Such wonderful features, Debra! So much talent.
    Brenda

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  41. andrea@townandprairieMay 9, 2013 at 7:09 PM

    Wow, I love her white collection! Always in style! Thanks for hosting, Debra!

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  42. Something Nice and PrettyMay 9, 2013 at 7:15 PM

    Love the diningroom too, just beautiful!
    Thanks for hosting a great party every week!

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  43. Zuni, Chickadee Home NestMay 9, 2013 at 7:51 PM

    Thank you for hosting, Debra. There is so much visiting to be done! Great turnout! ~Zuni

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  44. UnknownMay 9, 2013 at 8:04 PM

    Thank you so much for hosting!! Love all of the awesome inspiration. Happy Friday.

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  45. Joy@aVintageGreenMay 9, 2013 at 8:59 PM

    Hi Debra, thanks for hosting, love joining in. Such great features (as always). Have a great weekend.
    Joy

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  46. http://decoratedchaos.blogspot.comMay 9, 2013 at 9:17 PM

    Thanks for hosting the party. Have a wonderful weekend!

    Jennifer @ Decorated Chaos
    http://decoratedchaos.blogspot.com

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  47. Faye May 9, 2013 at 9:54 PM

    Thank you! One of these days I'll have this house in order and I'll be able to start showing rooms finished instead of just my flea market finds!

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  48. UnknownMay 9, 2013 at 10:15 PM

    You really do have some beautiful features this week. I love that farmhouse style dining room! Thank you for hosting and have a great weekend. Blessings, Patti

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  49. Anita at Cedar Hill May 9, 2013 at 11:12 PM

    Love the French farmhouse look!!

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  50. Shanna768May 9, 2013 at 11:41 PM

    Thank you so much for featuring my Ruffled Lamp Shade! Happy Mother's Day!

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  51. Have a Daily Cup of Mrs. OlsonMay 9, 2013 at 11:46 PM

    Hi Debra, linked up and then headed out the door. I am just getting back. Can't believe I am #1. That's never happened before. lol! Love all of the features. Going to hop over and visit a few in the morning. Love joining the party.
    hugs,
    Jann

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  52. Our Hopeful HomeMay 10, 2013 at 12:23 AM

    Thank you for featuring my hydrangeas, Debra, and thanks for hosting such a great party! Have a wonderful weekend.

    xoxo
    Kathleen

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  53. DianeMay 10, 2013 at 4:34 AM

    I enjoyed seeing all of your picks this week, especially that adorable lamp shade - wow!! Thanks for hosting!

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  54. farmhouse-storyMay 10, 2013 at 7:57 AM

    love the picks this week, debra! thanks for hosting us:) happy weekend!

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  55. Katie MansfieldMay 10, 2013 at 8:00 AM

    Thanks for hosting. The table is amazing.

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  56. Mindi@MyLove2CreateMay 10, 2013 at 8:31 AM

    Thank you for hosting, I love all the features and your room is perfect!

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  57. Jeannie and LindaMay 10, 2013 at 8:53 AM

    Beautiful features today Debra! Very inspiring! We are longtime members of your lovely blog and would love it if you would join ours.
    Have a fun weekend!

    Peace,
    Jeannie and Linda at The French Hens Nest

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  58. UnknownMay 10, 2013 at 9:08 AM

    Thanks for hosting!

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  59. PoppyMay 10, 2013 at 7:21 PM

    Hi Debra,

    Thanks for hosting! Lovely features; I especially am taken with Polly's dining room!

    Have a great weekend,

    Poppy

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  60. AnonymousMay 10, 2013 at 8:45 PM

    Hi Debra, Thanks for hosting another Great Party!

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  61. Lady KatherineMay 10, 2013 at 9:06 PM

    loved reading about each blog site you featured today,

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  62. UnknownMay 10, 2013 at 9:11 PM

    I'm going to brag and tell everyone that I sat in Polly's dinning room once and had a delicious lunch with her and a mutual friend. Her house shop and blog are all awesome.

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  63. Jeanette@Creating a Life StudioMay 10, 2013 at 9:58 PM

    Thank you for hosting, Debra. Happy Mother's Day!

    Jeanette @ Creating a Life

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  64. Janet- OPEN MARKET STYLEMay 11, 2013 at 12:20 PM

    Hi Debra I am so blessed to say that Polly is a dear friend !
    Every time I visit her amazing home there is something new and wonderful to see !
    Her home and shop are magazine worthy !
    Thank you for sharing such talented wonderful people !
    Janet

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  65. Mr PaulMay 12, 2013 at 10:54 AM

    Love Megan's potting bench we could do with one of those here big time!
    Paul

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