A Modern Marriage...

Thanks so much for all of your nice comments on my last fun finds post! I so appreciate your visits! Recently, I found this lovely vintage Italian tole lamp at an antique store. I've always loved the look of tole and decided to use it in our porch. The colors and flowers are so great looking...

While I love vintage, I love the look of modern design, as well... and when I found this newer lampshade at the thrift store, I knew it was a perfect solution for the look I wanted!

I love the pattern and the aqua color tone...

a modern marriage...

A silverplate tray piled high with thrift store softballs

is wonderful whimsy...

and some baskets provide much needed storage...

A great antique cow print hangs on the shutters and screen backdrop (sorry for the reflections in the last photo which

blurred the print)...

I love the architectural detail and textures provided by

the shutters and screen...

We are enjoying the new look of this space!

I am joining Linda at Coastal Charm for Nifty Thrifty Tuesday

Until next time...

36 comments

LizlovesVintageJune 4, 2013 at 9:51 AM
Linda,
As much as I loved your previous banner, your new one looks great too! Love the lamp and mix of old and New. Very fresh for a new season :)
Thanks for sharing your crafty ideas.
Have a great week my Friend :)
xo Liz
Vintage Market PlaceJune 4, 2013 at 9:55 AM
Oh Linda i love the tray of baseballs. It really is a unique way to celebrate summer. So nostalgic of a more simple time.
Amy
Ceekay-THINKIN of HOMEJune 4, 2013 at 10:04 AM
I love your new banner! Great lamp too!
CLAUDIA PERSIJune 4, 2013 at 10:19 AM
Wow that lamp is beautiful Linda!!!
Love it! BTW love your new beautiful banner. :)
Claudia P.
http://claudiapersi.blogspot.ca/
www.petitjoujou.ca
DortheJune 4, 2013 at 10:42 AM
More wonderful finds ,dear Linda!
That lamp is a fantastic find, and with the new finished touch, it is very beautiful- The softballs are great in that old tray, and I -like you- love baskets:.. So why was I not there -lol.
xo,Dorthe
Low Tide High StyleJune 4, 2013 at 11:03 AM
You never disappoint Linda, and I might just steal that tole lamp if I ever get the chance to visit! :)

xo Kat
Faye June 4, 2013 at 11:12 AM
I like it! Especially the lamp and the shade that goes so well together!
Patricia @ 9th and DenverJune 4, 2013 at 12:14 PM
Hi Linda!love the little tole lamp.
the baseballs and the picnic baskets!
all adorable...

have a great day!
Pat
Pam KesslerJune 4, 2013 at 1:41 PM
The cows hanging from the screen is awesome. Love that idea.
Grandma Barb's This and ThatJune 4, 2013 at 2:06 PM
The thrift store shade looks great on that pretty tole lamp! I love your new header and the cow picture too.
Would you email me the name and address of your shop in Mankato. I am going to be there on Sat.
Thanks
NanaDianaJune 4, 2013 at 2:18 PM
That lamp and shade married beautifully! Loving your new header! Love the cow hanging from the screen- xo Diana
SusieJune 4, 2013 at 2:36 PM
That lamp is sweet. I like the tray full of softballs too. xoxo,Susie
K J DJune 4, 2013 at 3:17 PM
I love how you mix and match :)

Karen x
Vickie @ Ranger 911June 4, 2013 at 6:20 PM
I like the way you've added a window with the screen and shutters. You've accessorized the whole area beautifully with your vintage finds!
GARAGE SALE GALJune 4, 2013 at 7:20 PM
Love the lilac header! Shutters are always FUN!
It so much fun to redo things in our homes!
Warmly,
deb
wendyJune 4, 2013 at 7:53 PM
Great job Linda, You do some really fun things with your finds. I have never seena lamp stand like that. and I LOVE the picture of the cows.
Tammy's in LoveJune 4, 2013 at 9:12 PM
I've been on the hunt for shutters to 'frame' the print hanging over the mantel. We're going to What Cheer for the big flea market in August, maybe Iowa will be my lucky spot to find them!
Blessed SerendipityJune 4, 2013 at 10:50 PM
I love your style Linda. That lamp is gorgeous. The flowers look almost real. What a fabulous find. A real keeper for sure.

xo Danielle
The Polka Dot ClosetJune 5, 2013 at 12:19 AM
OMG, it all looks fabulous together!! I love the tole lamp, I have seen them as chandeliers, but not table lamps!

Carol
DebbiedoosJune 5, 2013 at 6:21 AM
That looks so pretty Linda. You created the cutest vignette ever.
Carlene @ Organized ClutterJune 5, 2013 at 7:05 AM
I love that modern marriage. Cool lamp. The whole vignette is fun.
DonnaJune 5, 2013 at 8:48 AM
I love all of the textures!
TriciaJune 5, 2013 at 9:07 AM
What a pretty lamp! I think the the look of modern and vintage looks so good together too. xo
Curtains in My TreeJune 5, 2013 at 10:18 AM
what great treasures the balls and all
love the lamp
BlissJune 5, 2013 at 11:55 AM
I like the stacked balls too. Clever and cute.

Bliss
UnknownJune 5, 2013 at 12:56 PM
Shutters, beautiful lamp, cow pictures - I love it.
The Boston LadyJune 5, 2013 at 8:47 PM
Looks great Linda! Everything compliments each other very well. Trying to catch up and I like your new header! Ann
Mimi SueJune 5, 2013 at 11:33 PM
That tole lamp is so pretty! Love the shade with it too. Mimi
Betsy@My Salvaged TreasuresJune 6, 2013 at 10:02 PM
What a fun and creative vignette! I love the look of all those baseballs and the modern shade combined with the vintage tole lamp is perfect.
MelanieJune 6, 2013 at 10:39 PM
What a gorgeous lamp - you got a great find! I like your new blog header, too. :-)
Karen @ Beatrice EuphemieJune 7, 2013 at 12:42 AM
It all looks great, Linda! I love those old baskets and the cow print - so vintage! Love all those softballs, too! My dog would go crazy! He loves to fetch! The lamp came out wonderful. Happy weekend! xo
must love junkJune 9, 2013 at 4:50 PM
LOVE this vignette-so fun and unique!! :)
Susan
Privet and HollyJune 10, 2013 at 10:47 AM
Like you, I enjoy the
"marriage" of vintage
and modern, mixed
together. This looks
so darn pretty. I always
say this, but you've got
the most discerning eye,
sweet friend!!!

xo Suzanne
Kadee WillowJune 11, 2013 at 3:55 PM
What a darling vignette! Different elements that combined into such a pleasing look! I have old croquet balls .. not the ones with the colored bands.. and you have inspired me as to how to sweetly display them. Thanks for nudge in the right direction!!
DonnaJune 12, 2013 at 1:26 PM
Love the vignette, and the lamp is wonderful!
CindyJune 16, 2013 at 10:28 PM
That looks great and I love it! The screen door looks great with the shutters. Your lamp is gorgeous and I love the picture with the cattle in it. Nice vignette!