Showing posts with label swan. Show all posts
Showing posts with label swan. Show all posts

Thrift Store Haul #158: Baskets Galore

June 1, 2026

Welcome, friends, to another fun-filled Thrift Store Haul where I share my latest thrifty (and usually) vintage finds with you.     

decorated oval woven basket with handles

I also share how I use and style the finds in my home. I hope that by sharing my thrifty finds I can motivate and inspire you to explore your own local thrift stores, estate sales, flea markets, barn sales and clearance aisles in the hopes of making your own fabulous finds for yourself. So let's get started.

Where to Find Vintage Swan Art

February 22, 2026

There’s something about swans that feels instantly timeless — those graceful necks, serene silhouettes, and elegant presence just scream classic chic. If you’ve been daydreaming about adding vintage swan wall art to your home (or you already have and are hunting down another piece), you’re in the right place. 
 
botanical-print-trumpeter-swan-art

Whether you’re styling a cozy reading nook, accenting a gallery wall, or giving your living room a swoon-worthy focal point, here are some fun, hopefully fruitful places to look for vintage swan art that will elevate your décor.

Copycat Decor #1: Thrifted Department 56 Silver Plated Goblet

August 10, 2025

Today I'm sharing my thrifted Dept. 56 silver plated goblet and how I used it to create a copycat vignette in my home -- sophisticated fall decor costing only pennies. Hopefully, this simple transformation will inspire you to create your own copycat fall vignettes for the upcoming season.  

 before and after pics of thrift store silver plated goblet

I'm sharing it as the first installment in my new Copycat Decor blog post series. To get the thrifty details, read on. 

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Swan Outdoor Planter For Less: Savvy Shopper Series #2

July 12, 2025

Have you seen those large, outdoor swan planters that are plastered all over home and garden magazines and home decor websites? I've been wanting one for years. And these are not your grandmother's goose garden statues, people! I'm talking about true swan planter grandeur.

large resin swan outdoor planter

 Yes, I scored this long-awaited-for swan planter using one of my tried and true savvy shopper methods. Curious? Let's get into it!    

How to Style Artisanal Weathered White Swan Planters

June 8, 2025

It looks as though swan decor popularity is at an all-time high these days. And it's no secret that I'm a swan lover extraordinaire -- so that's good news for me! I recently added two chalkware-like swan planters to my collection and today I'm sharing how I styled them along with some helpful tips for future styling as well.

white weathered swan planter filled with lilacs

I've wanted swan planters like these for a long time, so I've basically been in heaven and having fun styling them for the first time.

This post contains affiliate links. A purchase of any one of these items helps to support this blog and its creative efforts at no cost to you. To read more, please see my disclosure page.  

Swan Salt Cellars: Vintage Salt Cellar Collection Update

January 13, 2025

Welcome to my salt cellar reveal! You'll never guess what type of new-to-me salt cellars I found.

silverplate vintage swan salt cellar on table

Yes, they're actually in the shape of elegant swans! 

Vintage Swan Planter Collection

June 8, 2024

Have swans always been a thing? And if they have always been a thing, how did I not get the memo? Either way, whether I'm late to the party or right on time, I've become obsessed with swans. 

porcelain vintage Haeger swan planter on shelf

Not real swans, mind you. Porcelain swans.

Vintage Swan Trinket Box: Thrifted vs. Styled #145

May 4, 2024

Lately I've become obsessed with swans, and today I'm sharing one of my latest thrifted swan treasures - along with how I styled it!

vintage porcelain lidded swan jewelry box.

I spied this baby on the Goodwill shelf and fell in love.