Old New England Cemetery: Burial Hill
Posted on | October 29, 2009 | 11 Comments
In honor of Halloween I took some photos of Old Burial Hill in Marblehead. The cemetery established in 1638 is one of the oldest graveyards in New England. Headstones are perched high above the colonial village with views of the nearby ocean. Six hundred revolutionary war heroes as well as notable Marblehead families are buried here. The headstones vary many displaying skulls and angels with wings. The winged skull was popularized by the puritans and is one of the oldest styles of gravestone markings. The scrolling lines and imagery are beautiful examples of art from the 17th and 18th century. Below just a few of my favorites.
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Great English Outdoors: Plaid Heaven
Posted on | October 28, 2009 | 8 Comments
Chelsea posted about the Great English Outdoors shop today on her blog. She gave me a shout out because she knows how much I love plaid and anything english. The shop looks magical and cozy. Check out their amazing selection of vintage and new welsh blankets below.
I really want to take a trip to England, Wales, and Scotland in the spring. I would love to see the architecture, check out antique stores, and hopefully discover some beautiful textiles. Someday soon I hope I can open a store stateside filled with homey wares and textiles. Really it will happen because Greg is getting tired of me talking about my someday store rather then doing it. If you know any great english style resources feel free to e-mail me or leave a comment below.
(discovered via {frolic!} via Han Picked)
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Shaker Side Tables
Posted on | October 28, 2009 | 5 Comments
I had my linen sent out for a tufted headboard for my bedroom. I need to start thinking about nightstands instead of pretty coverlets. Right now, our bed is on the floor with nothing but a digital alarm clock by our side, classy. I can’t wait for the room to get renovated. I’m tired of living like a college kid. It’s just plain embarrassing.
I’ve been cruising craigslist for weeks looking for affordable nightstands. The legs are never quite right—always too bulky and 80′s. I really like shaker style furniture and think it fits the overall feel of my house. The above side tables are available as a kits (or finished) from Shaker Workshops. The Shaker Candle Stand on the left goes for $130 and the Enfield Shaker Side table for $270. Totally affordable. The kit includes sand paper, stain, and other tools to help you put the piece together. Maybe I could get the Candle Stand to try it out? Check out more furniture styles available including chairs, beds, and accessories: shakerworshop.com.
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