Showing posts with label South Haven. Show all posts
Showing posts with label South Haven. Show all posts

Pink Pumpkins and Vintage Tool Caddy {Fall Decor}

October 17, 2013


I spent last weekend in Michigan and got to do some s-h-o-p-p-i-n-g!  We went to the quaint and lovely town of South Haven again and I was lucky enough to pick up an early Christmas present from Mr. CBD.  I've always wanted this, and it couldn't be a more perfect time of year for it.

It's a vintage tool caddy, which we all know is every farmhouse-loving-girl's dream!  I was excited to be able to bring it home, place in on our custom built farmhouse table, and fill it with pumpkins and gourds of all shapes, colors and sizes.


It says "From Buffalo Bolt Co." on the side of the caddy.  I've never seen that before, but I think it adds quite a bit of vintage charm to the piece.  Oh, and did I mention that it's HUGE?  It's 30 inches long.  I had so much fun setting it up with the glorious and colorful seasonal harvest.  Especially the pink and white pumpkins!






If you follow me on Instagram you've already seen the amazing pumpkins I came across at a produce market in Sawyer, MI.  The shots I got were so good I think I'll post them here later, along with some better shots of the new tool caddy.  But for right now I'm one happy girl.


Thanks to Mr. CBD for the awesome gift.  And thanks to our Creator for providing all the "props" this fall season.

Happy Fall, y'all!

xoxo

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Summer Shopping Series: Shopping in South Haven

August 4, 2013

Shopping is definitely one of my favorite pastimes. Usually it's for thrifty, vintage finds. The fun's in the hunt, I always say!  This summer we've been spending some time on the southwestern coast of Michigan, and it's been nice to explore the region, especially from a shopping standpoint.  Last weekend we drove up the coast and checked out the coastal town of South Haven. What a cute little town! Check out this storefront.  Each shot below shows one side of the front door.




This is actually two stores in one that have combined together in the old, historic Merson's Building on Phoenix Street.  Renaissance is on the ground floor. They have a funky, eclectic mix of clothes, jewelry, candles, perfumes and greeting cards. Papyrus was on the second floor, filled with funky home decor, candles, books and just plain cool stuff.  But out back is where I was wowed.

 
They have a little haven of their own outside in the back of the store. It looks like the perfect place to sit with a cool drink and put those weary feet up after a long day of shopping.

The building is an old beauty, and I love what they've done with it, both inside and out. Look at the color of the trim and back door. I love it! And look how big those windows are!
 

Sorry for the bad picture quality, I took these with my iPhone.


 
I love the serenity it provides even amidst the urban surroundings. Check out the koi pond and the overall garden-like setting. 
 











 
 
Then, back inside, the steps are painted in such a whimsical way, leading you upstairs to Papyrus, a store I liked even better! 
 
Take a peek. 
 



Isn't it grand? 
 
I especially loved the fuchsia painted aluminum chair with the hide-and-go-seek fuchsia bunny!

 


And check out this bed.


I wanted to buy so many things, but it wasn't in the budget!
 

I love the history, as well as the eclectic vibe. Can't wait to visit there again!

South Haven also has some really great antique places I hope to be able to share with you soon. (Fingers crossed that there are some more shopping trips in my future!)
 
So if you're ever in South Haven, MI make sure and stop by Renaissance and Papyrus on 507 Phoenix Street.  You'll be glad you did. 
 
Do you have any favorite summer shopping haunts?
 
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