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Saturday, July 12, 2014

VINTAGE BARK CLOTH and POTTING SINK

Hi friends!  A lot has been going on with this cottage these last few weeks and more in the coming month.
I was "ran" out of the house.....(I guess I'm in their way).... the kitchen is being put together.  In the meantime..........Hubby and I found this cast iron sink over 5 yrs ago at a place called Kellys Island in northern Oh.  It was the islands treasure day.  A $3.00 bargain.
   Since I've had it, Ken built this simple base for it.  As you can see after 5 years in the weather, it needs some new paint and cleaning up. I had an old faucet but sold it???! Ugh, why did i do that?  So I am in the hunt for another one!
I purchased this vintage bark cloth a few weeks back.  It is actually a valance.  It replaces the other valance skirt that was on the potting sink.  I think the fabric is adorable.
   This area you are seeing is at the cottage.  It is under the deck.  This is a walk-out area with old stone walls.....perfect for my "Potting nook area".  I planted a few flowers and hung some hanging baskets.  I have huge plans for this quaint little area!
The SWEET vintage green watering can was found on the property back in the woods.  Hubby found it....He knows what I like!
My plan on the next posting is to show you how the tiny kitchen is coming along.  We are in a time crunch because we plan on moving in (whatever the situation is) last of August.  Whoo-Hoo! But of course, the work will continue~~~Blessings~~~Roxie

29 comments:

  1. Roxie,
    This is so adorable. I love it. That little treasure watering can was a nice find in the yard. Yeah hubby! I cannot wait to see the kitchen. Woooo hoooo moving in the end of August. So sweet.
    Kris

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  2. What a neat sink..I suspect a lot of dishes were done in that sink.....(gosh if sinks could only talk). Well, yes, I have done that, sold something and then wish I hadn't...but the hunt will be fun to find another...right? Can hardly wait to see your new kitchen. Oh and I think you will do just fine, moving in and living with still a lot of work to do. It's doable. We lived in a 40x40 pole shed 38 years ago while still building the inside.....quite the adventure!!! I was younger then, but the memories are still fresh...lol!!

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  3. This is so great looking...the barkcloth skirt is perfect!

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  4. I absokutely love your cast iton sink. The floral skirt is adorable. Love love it!

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  5. Well, that is just the prettiest picture I've seen today! I love the potting sink, bark cloth skirt and the backdrop of the stone wall. And what luck to find a fabulous old watering can on your property!!

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  6. Roxie, I am swooning! That pic looks out of a magazine! The sink is just gorgeous how you've 'repurposed' it and the watering can is such a special find!
    Susan

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  7. It looks adorable as is, Roxy. Don't clean and paint it too much, I love the patina! The bark cloth valance is the perfect cover up.
    You must be bursting with excitement!
    Hugs,
    Patti

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  8. Love it! What a great spot to have it at too!

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  9. What great finds........love that sink, watering can and the bark cloth is perfect!
    Also, love where you have placed it.

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  10. What a great cast iron sink you found, Roxie! I like the vintage valance you put around it. The cottage looks like it's coming along nicely.......thanks to a few special touches by you and your husband here and there.

    love,
    ~Sheri

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  11. Picture perfect! And I always sell stuff that I should have kept. Guess that happens when you're in the business.
    Farmhouse hugs!

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  12. Oh I love it, looks so wonderful Roxie. I want one now, Blessings Francine.

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  13. Love the potting sink and the pretty floral bark cloth!!
    ~Cindy

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  14. that is the most charming potting bench--ever! just love the bard cloth, chippy wood and of course that awesome sink! you must be so excited to be moving in soon, roxie! can't wait to see the kitchen!

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  15. Hi Roxie..
    What a lucky find; that sink, and the watering can. Nice husband not to throw the watering can away!!
    Sounds like real progress is being made on the cottage, and it will be nice to be moving in soon.

    As for the lace.. I actually quite like it. It's very fitting for a cottage, and a bonus is that because it is sheer, you won't hide the paned windows.

    Happy Monday, my friend.

    K.

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  16. Roxanne - what a great find at Kelley's Island. Loved the green watering can hubby found (he does seem to know what you like)! The valance/fabric is beautiful. You have such lovely ideas. Hooray- August is just around the corner. May God bless all your lovely endeavors...can't wait to see the kitchen - I know it will be fabulous!!

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  17. Such a cute sink and the bark cloth is the perfect touch!! Looking forward to seeing the kitchen! xo Heather

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  18. Roxie...
    Love, love, love this sink & base & skirt......so charming!
    Kari

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  19. This is just beautiful Roxie - I'd love to have this in my garden !!!
    XOXO

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  20. Thanks for sharing with us at Revisionary Life Thrifty Life Thursday! You're going to be featured, Roxie. :)

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  21. Dear Sweet Roxie,
    Oh my goodness, what an amazing place to put your potting sink and what an amazing job your hubby did building the frame for it. I love every little detail and every little chip of chippy paint. I'm so happy that you have a date to move, you will be surprised how much that will inspire and motivate you. Your new home is going to be a dream come true. Perfect and perfectly lovely :)
    Keep Smiling . . . I can't wait to see your next kitchen post :)
    Connie

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  22. Hi, I am a follower, but somehow have missed coming by for some time. I love vintage and this sink is fabulous! I have one like it sitting on the ground in my garden planted with flowers. Hoping to put it in our (future) potting shed. Love it on the stand. We are in the planning stage for the shed. Pinned.
    hugs,
    Jann

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  23. Pinned and now following, just love everything about your potting sink!

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  24. Completely charming. Your photo should be on a magazine cover!

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  25. I love this idea! I have a couple of those old sinks and this is a perfect way to use them. Pinned the sink photo!

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  26. You have done it again.....Great old sink turned into a potting bench.. You are right, the cloth is just perfect..I hope you can find the faucet you want.. I have sold or given away so many things only to find a short time later.. I SO NEEDED THAT! ugh! I know as a savvy shopper you will find what you need.. Your cottage is coming together.. Blessings!

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  27. That bark cloth is awesome! That watering can was just waiting for you to come for it wasn't it!!

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  28. The Potting Sink is fabulous! I have an old sink that I want to make-over into something for my Potting Shed and the Vintage fabric skirt would be a perfect accent.

    Blessings from the Arizona Desert... Dawn... The Bohemian

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