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May 28, 2015 By Shirley

Birdcage Vignette and Dancing to the Furniture Shuffle

Okay….so we buy one thing and then here comes the “domino effect.”

Then we find another great deal and I am finding myself

dancing to the beat of the “Furniture Shuffle”

However, I do not need to purchase anything to warrant the dance.

Just the need for a change. Change is always a good thing.

There are some changes in the Master Bedroom that caused the relocation of the bird cage.

Where oh where was I going to put it?

If I did this . . . then I would have to do that . . . and so it goes . . . and this is what happened.

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I wanted to bring the birdcage back into the main living area

however there was no surface area available that I could place it on.

So I created one!

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This chest was in the Master Bedroom in which I basically stored my table linens in it.

It had been in this very same spot a couple years ago and when I relocated my secretary

to make room for the Antique French Buffet, it went back to the bedroom.

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I do have to thank my hubby for putting up with my moves on a whim

although, I must say, I did put a little thought into this.

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Of course I needed to gather some items to coordinate with the bird cage

to bring a great summer look too.

The limited edition Audubon print (a gift from my sister) hung next to the front door.

I thought it would be perfect in its new home.

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The ironstone chamber pot with a combination of a live plant and a faux topiary

came from the kitchen and on to the chest for added color and texture.

The cute ceramic bird basket is a recent find from HomeGoods (formerly located in the sunroom)

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I created a new look by shopping the house and dancing to the furniture shuffle

with my dance partner.

It is great little space that has a great view beside it . . .

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Also the view that I have when I am blogging and on my computer.

I am hoping my pansies will last a bit longer; however, Mother Nature may not allow that.

Our temps here are climbing . . . Oh Happy Summer!

Have a wonderful day!! Making your own kind of music and dancing to the song!

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  1. Stacey says

    May 28, 2015 at 10:51 am

    That looks so pretty Shirley. I really love the plants and bird basket too.

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  2. becca says

    May 28, 2015 at 11:02 am

    I wish I had your beautiful pieces to dance with, Shirley! The chest looks great there as does your vignette you styled on top! Your little dancing partner is so sweet, and I know he approves of your new change.

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  3. Cindy says

    May 28, 2015 at 12:00 pm

    Sweet vignette, love the bird theme.
    And your view…so pretty!
    Blessings,
    Cindy

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  4. Celestina Marie says

    May 28, 2015 at 12:07 pm

    Hi Shirley, SO glad I’m not the only one doing this dance!! Love the vignette you created with the bird cage. Love the sweet birdie basket too.
    Have a wonderful weekend. CM

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  5. KIM says

    May 28, 2015 at 12:08 pm

    That is such a pretty vignette. Always good to do a little furniture shuffle.

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  6. Marty@A Stroll Thru Life says

    May 28, 2015 at 12:11 pm

    That is such a beautiful piece and the birdcage is stunning too. Great vignette.

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  7. Sheila@mykentuckyliving says

    May 28, 2015 at 12:15 pm

    Love what you have put together! I always like your wood tones against the gold colored wall paint. Sheila

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  8. Cecilia says

    May 28, 2015 at 12:20 pm

    You do the furniture shuffle so well, Shirley! I think it’s fun to move things around – keeps everything fresh (plus it forces me to really clean lol). The little bird basket is the perfect accent for the birdcage, as is the print. It all looks lovely.

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  9. Linda miller says

    May 28, 2015 at 12:52 pm

    Good dance moves. And God bless Saint Thomas.

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  10. Pat@back porch musings says

    May 28, 2015 at 12:55 pm

    Love this bird vignette. Hoping to be able to go through some cartons of this and that and make a few little vignettes in June. We are getting close.:-)

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  11. lynne@lynnesgiftsfromtheheart says

    May 28, 2015 at 1:18 pm

    I love dancing to the beat of the furniture shuffle. Love the vignette. fondly ~lynne~

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  12. Mary Alice Patterson says

    May 28, 2015 at 1:25 pm

    I reeeally like this change, Shirley. The highboy chest works perfectly on that wall, and the gardeny vignette on top adds such a summery feel. I also like the idea of combining the faux and live greenery. Beautiful view…I’m having a hard time parting with my pansies too…maybe they’ll hang on another week.
    Mary Alice

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  13. Dawn says

    May 28, 2015 at 1:27 pm

    Lovely Shirley 🙂 My hubby has to put up with my ideas too. I think the birdcage looks great where you have it now, and I like the white against the dark wood, so pretty and stunning!

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  14. Des says

    May 28, 2015 at 1:31 pm

    Beautiful vignette!!! Love the birdcage on top of the chest….
    ~Des

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  15. Pinky at designs by pinky says

    May 28, 2015 at 1:35 pm

    I love, LOVE that bird cage. I wish I had a piece like that to stiore table linens, and I love it there!!! You created a beautiful vignette, love the bird basket too. You are a GREAT DANCER:):)

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  16. Teresa Emrich says

    May 28, 2015 at 1:38 pm

    Please share the paint color in your room. I love this yellow. We have purchased a beach condo, and want to paint the majority of the rooms a beautiful yellow. Thank you for sharing.

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  17. laura@top this top that says

    May 28, 2015 at 2:19 pm

    oh, i am sure that dear hubby won’t mind dancing …and moving, with you!

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  18. Tom Stankus says

    May 28, 2015 at 2:21 pm

    Change is not always a good thing…..:) when I have to do the lifting….your Hubby!

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  19. Mary W. Ferguson says

    May 28, 2015 at 3:37 pm

    Love the new shuffle looks good and I love the bird cage. I am always trying to shuffle pieces around, but have no hubby to do the lifting, soooooo it does not get done unless I can push it to where I want it to go. The view that you have while on your computer is great.
    Love the bird cage – where did you find it at?
    Have a wonderful summer weekend. My cousin is already complaining that its to darn hot, so I guess I will wait until September or Oct to go back to VA. As I can’t breath when it gets to got and humid.
    Mary

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  20. Joanne Boulter says

    May 28, 2015 at 3:46 pm

    Shirley, I just love it when the shuffle starts, it gives the house a new fresh feel. Enjoy your day. Jo

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  21. Lori from LL Farm says

    May 28, 2015 at 4:36 pm

    Love the furniture shuffle. I really like the vignette that you did.

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  22. Linda Kemp says

    May 28, 2015 at 5:39 pm

    I love combining the real ivy with the faux. It is fun watching all your furniture shuffles. My husband would not be so understanding 🙂

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  23. Jenna says

    May 28, 2015 at 5:56 pm

    I just love birdcages Shirley, and this looks so summer pretty! Sometimes I think our sweet husbands have learned it’s easier to just do it and be done! Ha! Moving furniture around is almost as good as having something new to play with, makes everything look so fresh and different!

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  24. Cindy says

    May 28, 2015 at 6:44 pm

    Your furniture shuffle was a good one, and everything looks fabulous together! Your home always looks like a showroom! Comfy, but beautiful:)

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  25. Joann says

    May 28, 2015 at 7:35 pm

    Oh Shirley, you know how I love birds. This is a great vignette! On closer inspection I realized that your Audubon print is of painted buntings, my favorite songbird! They are not seen often but where we live we are fortunate to have them every May through August. They are incredibly beautiful as is your decor!

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  26. Penny @ the comforts of home says

    May 28, 2015 at 7:36 pm

    Love the furniture shuffle! We have been doing that quite a lot in this new house trying to make things work! Love your birdhouse vignette. Really love that sweet bird basket!

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  27. Cindy says

    May 28, 2015 at 7:39 pm

    I adore your shuffle. Pretty cage but the topiary makes me swoon.

    Cindy

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  28. Marsha says

    May 29, 2015 at 1:26 am

    What a pretty new design with your delightful birdcage. A nice look for the start of summer.

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  29. Mary says

    May 29, 2015 at 9:27 am

    Pretty vignette Shirley! You know I’m a bird fan, so I adore the pairing of your cage, sweet basket and Audubon print!

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  30. Janette @ The 2 Seasons says

    May 29, 2015 at 11:57 am

    Your dresser looks perfect in that spot and the accessories are spot on.

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  31. Yvonne @ StoneGable says

    May 29, 2015 at 12:56 pm

    Absolutely stunning, Shirley! Every detail!!!! Your bird inspired chest top is gorgeous!!! But I would expect no less from you! xo

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  32. Donnamae says

    May 29, 2015 at 1:35 pm

    That’s so pretty! It’s the perfect spot for the chest. Love that birdcage too…and you’ve displayed it beautifully! Hope you have a great weekend too! 😉

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  33. Nancy Brantley says

    May 29, 2015 at 4:43 pm

    No matter where you shuffle things in your home it looks great……I love the birdcage vignette. Your sister gave you a beautiful bird print. I love the old prints.

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  34. Finding Grace Interiors says

    May 30, 2015 at 12:52 am

    Beautiful vignette! Oh I am so glad I am not alone in the furniture and decor shuffle. I did a little bit of it myself today!! I love birds so I really enjoyed the theme of your vignette!

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  35. Vanessa says

    May 30, 2015 at 3:45 am

    Your furniture shuffle was a great success and it all looks beautiful Shirley! Hope you have a wonderful weekend my friend. 🙂

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  36. Doreen@househoneys says

    May 30, 2015 at 5:36 am

    I like that. The ‘furniture shuffle’. I’m going to come up with a dance and if I get to Haven again someday we’ll put on a show with it. Remember ‘blurred lines’? lol We’ll show them youngins how it’s done.

    If you ever can’t figure out what to do with the cage., my address is:

    Househoney (or househiney) 😉
    123 I love the bird cage drive
    Furniture Shuffle, USA

    TYVM

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  37. linda says

    May 30, 2015 at 1:13 pm

    Oh to have the space to do the furniture shuffle!! Love your vignette. Especially the bird picture!

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  38. Mary @ 120 Spring Street says

    May 30, 2015 at 9:17 pm

    Love it, it looks great – also love the recent Home Goods find with the sweet birds on it.

    Mary

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  39. Shenita says

    May 31, 2015 at 12:26 am

    Everything looks so pretty, Shirley! You have the knack for creating the prettiest vignettes. Love your view, as well! I just pulled my pansies a couple of days ago. With all the rain we’ve had, they were droopy and starting to look straggly.

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  40. LorB says

    May 31, 2015 at 10:22 pm

    Everything looks fantastic as always…

    Reply

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Hi I’m Shirley and I am here to share my love of classic interiors, french country style, my passion for flowers and making our home, The Hickory Cottage, a warm and hospitable home for family and friends.

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