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January 19, 2017 By Shirley

A Winter Foyer and A Unique Planter

The foyer is simply decorated for Winter.

However, there is a little surprise in the foyer.

Something very unique that I found on my birthday.

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It’s a ceramic vase in the form of a pair of boots!

I am sure many of you have seen Hunter or Wellies Boots

filled with flowers adorning a porch or embellishing a room.

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Now, these boots do not look like they originally did in the store.

I bought this at Arhaus.  It was  on sale.

I was not crazy about the olive color of the boots, so I thought,

“I could paint them!”

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When it comes time to change out the flowers (hydrangeas and eucalyptus),

I think I will give it a good wax for a more shiny appearance.

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I wanted the foyer simply decorated for Winter

after the Christmas decor was put away.

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I love my antique scale that I purchased from my friend Martha.

I had a feather tree nestled on one side of the scale for Christmas.

When I  saw this mini daffodil at Trader Joe’s,

I thought it would be cute sitting in the weights side of the scale

where the feather tree was.

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I kept the brass lanterns on the antique French buffet.

The birch candles were replaced with the battery operated flickering candles.

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Foyer-Antique French Buffet-Stained Glass-Housepitality Designs

Now when family and friends enter my home,

they will be greeted with ceramic boots filled with flowers.

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And my boots will remain in the closet!

Oh, and who said that boots were just made for walking?!!!

Have a most beautiful day!!!

Filed Under: Uncategorized Tagged With: Antique French Buffet, Boots Planter, Boots vase, Brass, Brass Lanterns, Foyer, Stained glass window 26 Comments

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  1. LISA says

    January 19, 2017 at 7:13 am

    What a cute step in to Spring…when it officially arrives! Great find!

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  2. Mary says

    January 19, 2017 at 7:27 am

    I adore your winter wellie welcome in your foyer Shirley….how’s that for some alliteration after only one cup of coffee this morning? ๐Ÿ™‚ They’re beautifully painted and planted with the seeded eucalyptus and hydrangeas!

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  3. Kim says

    January 19, 2017 at 7:40 am

    Cute boots. They actually look like rubber.

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  4. Pam Richardson says

    January 19, 2017 at 8:30 am

    Shirley, what an interesting find and so perfect for the foyer! Love the eucalyptus and hydrangea…beautiful!!!

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  5. Cindy says

    January 19, 2017 at 8:37 am

    Those boots are too cute! Love the new color of them! I think this is one of my favorite areas in your home. As a matter of fact, I completely drool over that chair with the leopard trim:D I kept a picture of that to give me some ideas for the future;)

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  6. Shelley @ Calypso in the Country says

    January 19, 2017 at 8:38 am

    I love the boots and how you updated them! What a perfect idea for the foyer – and those flowers are gorgeous!
    Shelley

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  7. nan says

    January 19, 2017 at 8:38 am

    Can you tell us more about the chair beside the boots? Love the seat cushion… is it a slip cover? Thanks.

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    • Cher says

      January 19, 2017 at 8:53 pm

      I too would like more information about the chair pad.

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  8. laura janning says

    January 19, 2017 at 8:42 am

    oh my bootness.. I love those!

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  9. Pinky says

    January 19, 2017 at 9:02 am

    I LOVE the boots and the color you painted them! The flowers are gorgeous! I sure wish my TJ’s was closer than 45 mins.:( What a nice welcome!!!!

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  10. Cheryl in kansas says

    January 19, 2017 at 9:28 am

    Love those boots…glad you saw past that green!!! The blue is perfect…

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  11. Shannon@Belle Bleu Interiors says

    January 19, 2017 at 9:45 am

    Shirley, I love the boot planter and the color that you painted them. They are just the perfect thing to hold a pretty bouquet of flowers and to greet guests. I always love your foyer…it is so pretty. I hope that you are having a beautiful week!!!

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  12. Penny at Enjoying The Simple Things says

    January 19, 2017 at 9:54 am

    That boot vase is awesome! Nancy Sinatra….these boots are made for walking, and that’s just what they’ll do. One of these days these boots are going to walk all over you….

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  13. Mary says

    January 19, 2017 at 10:18 am

    So pretty and charming. Shirley, love it all!

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  14. Dawn says

    January 19, 2017 at 10:44 am

    Love the boots Shirley, I’ve never seen a planter like that. I actually just use my boots. Beautiful arrangement:)

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  15. Donnamae says

    January 19, 2017 at 11:39 am

    Cute boots….great idea to repaint! Flowers are really set off nicely! ๐Ÿ˜‰

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  16. SHERRY MYERS says

    January 19, 2017 at 11:55 am

    Perfect foyer decorating! A pleasant eye-catching surprise..those boots. I agree completely with the color change. The little daffodils..be still my heart. Your magic touch strikes again! Thank you for sharing.

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  17. Lauren@simplylkj says

    January 19, 2017 at 12:51 pm

    The planter is adorable. Love the color you chose as well.

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  18. Mary W Ferguson says

    January 19, 2017 at 1:01 pm

    The boots are terrific and look so real. What a great find.

    Don’t you love those LED candles with a timer on them. I am so afraid that when I light the real ones that I will forget to put them out and I love to see flickering candles.

    We are in the process of three big rain storms and my flowers are dancing in the rain. LOL

    Have a wonderful weekend and hopefully your having warm weather.

    Mary

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  19. Linda says

    January 19, 2017 at 3:26 pm

    Love the boot vase. In fact, the olive color would have looked great at the front door of the Maine house. When you tire of it, let me know!

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  20. Brenda Kula-Pruitt says

    January 19, 2017 at 5:28 pm

    Love the boots! And the color you painted them. I am yearning so for a live plant that I might have to hit Trader Joe’s for some spring like you did.
    Brenda

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  21. Cindy says

    January 19, 2017 at 5:33 pm

    These are adorable.

    Cindy

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  22. bonnie morgan says

    January 19, 2017 at 5:53 pm

    I like the boots/vase painted blue and they are so cute. Love your fresh flowers and pot of bulbs in your McCoy pot.

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  23. patti@pandora's box says

    January 20, 2017 at 2:25 pm

    I am glad you painted them – they look great! The stained glass chapel window is lovely!

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  24. Kris @ Junk Chic Cottage says

    January 20, 2017 at 5:38 pm

    Oh my love the boots. Love that color too. Those are beautiful. Ohhhhh swooning over that scale too. Ok I am going to have to bring a big suitcase with me when Terry and I come back to NC for a visit someday. I am going to shop your house lol! Happy Friday Shirley. Happy Weekend.
    xoxo
    Kris

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  25. lorb says

    January 23, 2017 at 8:13 am

    Oh my… Love those darling boots… I’ve been using my plastic rain boots, but these textured and can be painted… Love it…

    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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