Monday, June 29, 2015

Tombstone Bread Board



Hi, friends!

Yes, I know it's been quite awhile since I last posted!

Things have been good, and I've been enjoying my summer (although it's flying by too fast!)
I hope that you've been enjoying yours, too.

I thought I'd pop in and show you one of my new favorite finds.

I love old bread boards and have a few, but this shape was new to me.




At the shop where I got it, it was marked 'Tombstone Bread Board' on the tag...did you know that's what this shape is called?

I guess it makes sense, although it's kind of morbid-ha!
But regardless, I love the shape and the price was VERY reasonable, so it came home with me!

I decided to use it as a 'tray' on my dining room table.




I placed it on top of a 'new' vintage grain sack that I recently got, then topped it with a sweet little cherub statue...




...and a faux plant covered with a large glass cloche that I've had in storage...




I think it gives a bit of a 'farmhouse garden vibe' to my dining room table!




I've made a couple of other small tweaks to my dining room, too.




Like in this corner I changed a few things...










...and I went to all white chairs (although still mismatched) around the table, where before I had some black chairs mixed in...




But other areas are surprisingly untouched by my frequent decor changes!










Just some subtle changes to show you...




I hope that you enjoyed!




Until next time (I'll try not to stay away so long!) have a blessed day!  :)





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32 comments:

  1. chateau chicJune 29, 2015 at 12:53 PM

    What a wonderful surprise to see your blog pop up with a new post!! I miss you, but also understand the need to take a break. Love your breadboard...unusual shape. Your dining room looks fresh and bright with your white chairs.
    Mary Alice

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  2. Julie's LifestyleJune 29, 2015 at 1:40 PM

    Hi Susan! I'm so glad you are enjoying summer and I've been thinking about you. I love the dining room and the pretty breadboard you decorated with the plant & statue. Take care of yourself and have a lovely week.
    Hugs, Julie

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  3. JunkchiccottageJune 29, 2015 at 2:43 PM

    Hello my friend,
    So happy you did a post and what a good one it is. Love the white chairs in the dining room all mismatched and pretty. Looks great. Love the chippy piece in the corner of the dining room too. That is pretty awesome. I always love the way the light filters into your dining room. So pretty.
    Have a great week.
    Kris

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  4. Joy JunktionJune 29, 2015 at 3:23 PM

    It is so good to know you are well, I miss your posts and visits so! Love the bread board, so different, perfect as a large tray! All of my dining room furniture is oak, I want to paint it but haven't been able to talk myself into it yet, maybe some day, Love your white chairs!! May you be blessed and continue to enjoy your summer! Cindy xoxo

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  5. StaceyJune 29, 2015 at 3:42 PM

    Everything is so pretty! I love all the pitchers in your window sill.

    We've been missing you. Hope everything is ok. :)

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  6. Betsy@My Salvaged TreasuresJune 29, 2015 at 4:30 PM

    I love your tombstone breadboard vignette! It's good to see you back again, I've missed your creative inspiration.

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  7. ℳartina @ Northern NestingJune 29, 2015 at 4:32 PM

    I love everything about your pretty dining room Susan!!

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  8. AlessandraJune 29, 2015 at 4:59 PM

    Happy to see a new post. The bread bord is so lovely and i adore the cherub
    Hugs
    Alessandra

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  9. Row homes and CobblestonesJune 29, 2015 at 5:34 PM

    Susan,
    I get needing a blogging break!!! It was a delightful surprise to see you pop up with a post. Your dining room green is serene and refreshing... The tombstone breadboard is a shape I do not own. Breadboards although I've never shared this on a post make the most rustic and cool placemat/charger/textural layer you can ever use. A break is coming up soon for me, so much work, updates and changes in this old Philly Row-home I'm exhausted and needing to relax with John in a staycation. I really truly get your long break but just be aware you were truly missed.
    xoxo,
    Vera

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  10. Donna WilkesJune 29, 2015 at 6:00 PM

    So nice to see a post of yours pop up. I had to come over to see the connection between a tombstone and a bread board. Lovely vignette on the table. My favorite remains the pitchers in the window, but the pale frames grouped together is coming on strong!

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  11. cynthia lee designsJune 29, 2015 at 6:21 PM

    Hi Susan...was so happy to see your post. I love that your chairs are all white. I'm getting ready to paint our dining room chairs white and the table legs...but will keep the top of the table wood. Love your tombstone breadboard...I collect breadboards, but have not seen one like yours. It looks great on your table.
    ~Cindy

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  12. Shirley@Housepitality DesignsJune 29, 2015 at 7:59 PM

    Susan...so glad to see you!!!....glad all is well....and I LOVE the tombstone bread board..I have never heard of or seen one...looks fabulous on your table...and as always, I love seeing your beautiful home and how you decorate it and change it about..always so very interesting and fresh...Nice to see you posting and "hear your voice"....

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  13. CynthiaJune 29, 2015 at 8:12 PM

    What a wonderful surprise. I've been thinking of you. I went on your blog a couple of weeks ago to send a note. I lost your email address. I'm happy to see the post and wondering changes. Love the breadboard. The shape is very cool

    Cindy

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  14. sweetvintageofmineJune 29, 2015 at 8:35 PM

    Hi Susan, Like you, I've been away from blogging some too.....Good to see a post of a unique find! Your tombstone breadboard is a KEEPER! Love it....your dining room is so enjoyable to look at. Enjoy your summer, Blessings~~~Roxie

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  15. JeanieJune 29, 2015 at 10:58 PM

    Nice to see you back, Susan. All so crisp and clean and summery! How light and lovely it is!

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  16. Celestina MarieJune 29, 2015 at 11:04 PM

    Hi Susan, so nice to see your post in my inbox today, Love your breadboard. Your entire room is gorgeous. So many great ideas and so inspiring.
    Hugs, cm

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  17. LindaJune 30, 2015 at 12:09 AM

    Love your 'tombstone!' It's always a treat to see your lovely home and all your pretty things!

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  18. Debra@CommonGroundJune 30, 2015 at 12:35 AM

    I sure miss your posts, Susan, good to "see" you. I've never seen a breadboard in that shape before, very unique. Just LOVE those white chairs and all the little creamers and pitchers on your windowsill. Don't be gone so long. we miss you!

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  19. UnknownJune 30, 2015 at 12:42 AM

    So pretty!!! I love mismatched chairs!!!

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  20. KellyJune 30, 2015 at 10:42 AM

    It's great to hear from you again! That is a neat bread board. I've never seen one in that shape before. Your dining room is always nice to see. Lots of eye candy in there!

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  21. Little FarmsteadJune 30, 2015 at 11:31 AM

    Charming dining room! I have never seen that shape of bread board before either! Thank you for sharing... Happy summer! Xo, ~julie

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  22. Christine at Little BragsJune 30, 2015 at 1:53 PM

    Hi Susan, I want to come steal your treasures all over your house!!! SUPER awesome!!!

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  23. Lauren @ My Wonderfully MadeJune 30, 2015 at 6:26 PM

    Whoa that's a new one for me--love it and all of your "tweaks"!

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  24. Tarnished RoyaltyJune 30, 2015 at 7:48 PM

    I love your dining room Susan. What a great shape for a bread board! I also love the wooden bucket that your olive (?) tree is in and your mix and match chairs. ~Ann

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  25. Lin from A {tiny} Cottage In The WoodsJuly 1, 2015 at 10:04 AM

    I am so happy to hear that your summer is going well, Susan. I think of you & your mom often and send quiet little hugs your way.

    You know how much I adore your decorating style! Everything you do is gorgeous!

    Things have been quiet here (so far), but Hubby & I have many projects we plan to take on this summer.

    So WONDERFUL to hear from you again!!!
    Sending hugs,
    Lin

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  26. UnknownJuly 1, 2015 at 4:27 PM

    Great find. And I love these pics of your home. Your home is beautiful.
    www.summervernal.com

    Summer

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  27. UnknownJuly 6, 2015 at 7:32 PM

    Such a pleasant surprise to see your blog update! Your posts are refreshing and soothing to the soul. Glad to read that things are going well. Your mom remains in my thoughts and prayers.

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  28. UnknownJuly 6, 2015 at 7:32 PM

    Such a pleasant surprise to see your blog update! Your posts are refreshing and soothing to the soul. Glad to read that things are going well. Your mom remains in my thoughts and prayers.

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  29. UnknownJuly 6, 2015 at 7:33 PM

    Such a pleasant surprise to see your blog update! Your posts are refreshing and soothing to the soul. Glad to read that things are going well. Your mom remains in my thoughts and prayers.

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  30. DebbieJuly 8, 2015 at 9:42 AM

    What a neat bread board, Susan. Your dining room looks fabulous! Love all the additions of white you've made. Happy to see a post from you.
    Debbie
    xo

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  31. DebbieJuly 8, 2015 at 9:42 AM

    What a neat bread board, Susan. Your dining room looks fabulous! Love all the additions of white you've made. Happy to see a post from you.
    Debbie
    xo

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  32. SeawashedJuly 9, 2015 at 5:33 PM

    Everything is lovely. I especially like your french coffee cup rack with the tiny olive tree in the pot. Or is it an herb? Either way it gives the french country feel.

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