Wednesday, November 4, 2009

This Little Bungalow of Mine



      The entrance to the bungalow is enchanting. Riding around the city on my bicycle and scooting up to my home is always comforting.  I was inspired by the Brabourne Farm blog, which always has lush garden pictures and sweet garden sheds. While, I haven't planted any plants in the courtyard, nor need a garden shed I have the gardening tools ready in a union blue basket. (I hope to plant some hydrangea and rose bushes soon!)



 I found the planter basket and peony colored flower holder at thrift stores in Santa Monica. Of course, I love that the flower holders say "Fleurs" on it! It makes me feel more like I live in a charming French village as I stroll my bike up to the door after journeying to the farmer's market.I bought the basket for $1.00 and the flower holder for $2.00.  Sweet little things that make this bungalow so much more enjoyable.






The courtyard offers an additional cozy, little nook to read a book, have lunch, or a drink while enjoying the outdoors. The bistro table provides a bit of a yellow splash that is absent from other parts of my life.
I found the bamboo chair at a thrift store in West Hollywood for $8.00 It just sits well in this area as it looks like a natural element that formed to be a practical item. I like the contrast between the bistro table and this chair.



I also saved a beer bottle that was a souvenir from a special trip to Switzerland. I put a flower in it to give  it more a design purpose. It's a concept I learned from college as my friends had a great yard that was was decorated with beer bottles from the night before. So this little element comforts me with memories.





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