{"id":409004160,"date":"2018-07-10T15:03:29","date_gmt":"2018-07-10T20:03:29","guid":{"rendered":"http:\/\/sammydvintage.com\/?p=409004160"},"modified":"2020-03-21T02:28:14","modified_gmt":"2020-03-21T07:28:14","slug":"french-farmhouse-decorating","status":"publish","type":"post","link":"https:\/\/sammydvintage.com\/thrifting\/french-farmhouse-decorating\/","title":{"rendered":"10 French Farmhouse Decorating Ideas With Thrifted Finds"},"content":{"rendered":"<p><img decoding=\"async\" loading=\"lazy\" class=\"aligncenter size-full wp-image-409004213\" src=\"http:\/\/sammydvintage.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2018\/05\/french-farmhouse.jpg\" alt=\"\" width=\"1000\" height=\"1000\" srcset=\"https:\/\/sammydvintage.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2018\/05\/french-farmhouse.jpg 1000w, https:\/\/sammydvintage.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2018\/05\/french-farmhouse-300x300.jpg 300w, https:\/\/sammydvintage.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2018\/05\/french-farmhouse-500x500.jpg 500w, https:\/\/sammydvintage.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2018\/05\/french-farmhouse-768x768.jpg 768w, https:\/\/sammydvintage.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2018\/05\/french-farmhouse-400x400.jpg 400w, https:\/\/sammydvintage.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2018\/05\/french-farmhouse-150x150.jpg 150w\" sizes=\"(max-width: 1000px) 100vw, 1000px\" \/><\/p>\n<p>Lately I&#8217;ve become somewhat obsessed with the French Country style of decorating. Why, you ask? This style is so warm and inviting. It is also so easy to create with used items, which is great for those of us who frequent thrift stores!<\/p>\n<p>Many items can be transformed into a French Farmhouse look when you paint or strip them for a weathered look. Common consignment shop items like lamps, baskets, and ladders can be used in your decorating scheme. Here&#8217;s how.<\/p>\n<h2><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"Lamp_With_White_Fabric_Shade\"><\/span>Lamp With White Fabric Shade<span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h2><div id=\"ez-toc-container\" class=\"ez-toc-v2_0_50 counter-hierarchy ez-toc-counter ez-toc-transparent ez-toc-container-direction\">\n<div class=\"ez-toc-title-container\">\n<p class=\"ez-toc-title\">Table of Contents<\/p>\n<span class=\"ez-toc-title-toggle\"><a href=\"#\" class=\"ez-toc-pull-right ez-toc-btn ez-toc-btn-xs ez-toc-btn-default ez-toc-toggle\" aria-label=\"Toggle Table of Content\" role=\"button\"><label for=\"item-64911789aff0c\" aria-hidden=\"true\"><span style=\"display: flex;align-items: center;width: 35px;height: 30px;justify-content: center;direction:ltr;\"><svg style=\"fill: #999;color:#999\" xmlns=\"http:\/\/www.w3.org\/2000\/svg\" class=\"list-377408\" width=\"20px\" height=\"20px\" viewBox=\"0 0 24 24\" fill=\"none\"><path d=\"M6 6H4v2h2V6zm14 0H8v2h12V6zM4 11h2v2H4v-2zm16 0H8v2h12v-2zM4 16h2v2H4v-2zm16 0H8v2h12v-2z\" fill=\"currentColor\"><\/path><\/svg><svg style=\"fill: #999;color:#999\" class=\"arrow-unsorted-368013\" xmlns=\"http:\/\/www.w3.org\/2000\/svg\" width=\"10px\" height=\"10px\" viewBox=\"0 0 24 24\" version=\"1.2\" baseProfile=\"tiny\"><path d=\"M18.2 9.3l-6.2-6.3-6.2 6.3c-.2.2-.3.4-.3.7s.1.5.3.7c.2.2.4.3.7.3h11c.3 0 .5-.1.7-.3.2-.2.3-.5.3-.7s-.1-.5-.3-.7zM5.8 14.7l6.2 6.3 6.2-6.3c.2-.2.3-.5.3-.7s-.1-.5-.3-.7c-.2-.2-.4-.3-.7-.3h-11c-.3 0-.5.1-.7.3-.2.2-.3.5-.3.7s.1.5.3.7z\"\/><\/svg><\/span><\/label><input  type=\"checkbox\" id=\"item-64911789aff0c\"><\/a><\/span><\/div>\n<nav><ul class='ez-toc-list ez-toc-list-level-1 eztoc-visibility-hide-by-default' ><li class='ez-toc-page-1 ez-toc-heading-level-2'><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-1\" href=\"https:\/\/sammydvintage.com\/thrifting\/french-farmhouse-decorating\/#Lamp_With_White_Fabric_Shade\" title=\"Lamp With White Fabric Shade\">Lamp With White Fabric Shade<\/a><\/li><li class='ez-toc-page-1 ez-toc-heading-level-2'><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-2\" href=\"https:\/\/sammydvintage.com\/thrifting\/french-farmhouse-decorating\/#Galvanized_Tin_Bucket\" title=\"Galvanized Tin Bucket\">Galvanized Tin Bucket<\/a><\/li><li class='ez-toc-page-1 ez-toc-heading-level-2'><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-3\" href=\"https:\/\/sammydvintage.com\/thrifting\/french-farmhouse-decorating\/#Rustic_Wooden_Laddar\" title=\"Rustic Wooden Laddar\">Rustic Wooden Laddar<\/a><\/li><li class='ez-toc-page-1 ez-toc-heading-level-2'><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-4\" href=\"https:\/\/sammydvintage.com\/thrifting\/french-farmhouse-decorating\/#Toile%E2%80%A6_Anything_and_Everything\" title=\"Toile&#8230; Anything and Everything\">Toile&#8230; Anything and Everything<\/a><\/li><li class='ez-toc-page-1 ez-toc-heading-level-2'><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-5\" href=\"https:\/\/sammydvintage.com\/thrifting\/french-farmhouse-decorating\/#Wooden_Chair\" title=\"Wooden Chair\">Wooden Chair<\/a><\/li><li class='ez-toc-page-1 ez-toc-heading-level-2'><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-6\" href=\"https:\/\/sammydvintage.com\/thrifting\/french-farmhouse-decorating\/#Wicker_Basket\" title=\"Wicker Basket\">Wicker Basket<\/a><\/li><li class='ez-toc-page-1 ez-toc-heading-level-2'><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-7\" href=\"https:\/\/sammydvintage.com\/thrifting\/french-farmhouse-decorating\/#Tea_Cups\" title=\"Tea Cups\">Tea Cups<\/a><\/li><li class='ez-toc-page-1 ez-toc-heading-level-2'><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-8\" href=\"https:\/\/sammydvintage.com\/thrifting\/french-farmhouse-decorating\/#Wool_Or_Cotton_Throw_Rug\" title=\"Wool Or Cotton Throw Rug\">Wool Or Cotton Throw Rug<\/a><\/li><li class='ez-toc-page-1 ez-toc-heading-level-2'><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-9\" href=\"https:\/\/sammydvintage.com\/thrifting\/french-farmhouse-decorating\/#Hands-On_Tools\" title=\"Hands-On Tools\">Hands-On Tools<\/a><\/li><li class='ez-toc-page-1 ez-toc-heading-level-2'><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-10\" href=\"https:\/\/sammydvintage.com\/thrifting\/french-farmhouse-decorating\/#An_Abundance_of_Flowers\" title=\"An Abundance of Flowers\">An Abundance of Flowers<\/a><\/li><\/ul><\/nav><\/div>\n\n<div id=\"attachment_409004314\" style=\"width: 644px\" class=\"wp-caption aligncenter\"><img aria-describedby=\"caption-attachment-409004314\" decoding=\"async\" loading=\"lazy\" class=\"wp-image-409004314 size-full\" title=\"10 French Farmhouse Decorating Ideas With Thrifted Finds\" src=\"http:\/\/sammydvintage.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2018\/04\/10-french-farmhouse-decorating-ideas-with-thrifted-finds.jpg\" alt=\"10 French Farmhouse Decorating Ideas With Thrifted Finds\" width=\"634\" height=\"922\" srcset=\"https:\/\/sammydvintage.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2018\/04\/10-french-farmhouse-decorating-ideas-with-thrifted-finds.jpg 634w, https:\/\/sammydvintage.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2018\/04\/10-french-farmhouse-decorating-ideas-with-thrifted-finds-344x500.jpg 344w\" sizes=\"(max-width: 634px) 100vw, 634px\" \/><p id=\"caption-attachment-409004314\" class=\"wp-caption-text\">Source: <a href=\"https:\/\/www.hometalk.com\/18669271\/diy-restoration-hardware-inspired-lamp-makeover\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener\">hometalk.com<\/a><\/p><\/div>\n<p>Turn a lamp of any color or style into a &#8220;French Country&#8221; lamp by painting the base. It is best to use a lamp with a neutral-toned shade so that all you have to do is worry about the base. Remove the shade and spray on a dark base later. Then, top with milk paint or use a regular matte paint with a scratchy brush.<\/p>\n<h2><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"Galvanized_Tin_Bucket\"><\/span>Galvanized Tin Bucket<span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h2>\n<div id=\"attachment_409004315\" style=\"width: 810px\" class=\"wp-caption aligncenter\"><img aria-describedby=\"caption-attachment-409004315\" decoding=\"async\" loading=\"lazy\" class=\"wp-image-409004315 size-full\" title=\"10 French Farmhouse Decorating Ideas With Thrifted Finds\" src=\"http:\/\/sammydvintage.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2018\/04\/10-french-farmhouse-decorating-ideas-with-thrifted-finds-1.jpg\" alt=\"10 French Farmhouse Decorating Ideas With Thrifted Finds\" width=\"800\" height=\"522\" srcset=\"https:\/\/sammydvintage.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2018\/04\/10-french-farmhouse-decorating-ideas-with-thrifted-finds-1.jpg 800w, https:\/\/sammydvintage.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2018\/04\/10-french-farmhouse-decorating-ideas-with-thrifted-finds-1-500x326.jpg 500w, https:\/\/sammydvintage.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2018\/04\/10-french-farmhouse-decorating-ideas-with-thrifted-finds-1-768x501.jpg 768w\" sizes=\"(max-width: 800px) 100vw, 800px\" \/><p id=\"caption-attachment-409004315\" class=\"wp-caption-text\">Source: <a href=\"https:\/\/decorsteals.com\/rustic-tin-planters.html\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener\">decorsteals.com<\/a><\/p><\/div>\n<p>Fill a regular old tin bucket with fresh flowers, and you&#8217;ll immediately create that just-in-from-the-fields vibe. This is simple to pull off, and so charming to look at! Your home will smell delicious, too!<\/p>\n<h2><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"Rustic_Wooden_Laddar\"><\/span>Rustic Wooden Laddar<span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h2>\n<div id=\"attachment_409004316\" style=\"width: 810px\" class=\"wp-caption aligncenter\"><img aria-describedby=\"caption-attachment-409004316\" decoding=\"async\" loading=\"lazy\" class=\"wp-image-409004316 size-full\" title=\"10 French Farmhouse Decorating Ideas With Thrifted Finds\" src=\"http:\/\/sammydvintage.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2018\/04\/10-french-farmhouse-decorating-ideas-with-thrifted-finds-2.jpg\" alt=\"10 French Farmhouse Decorating Ideas With Thrifted Finds\" width=\"800\" height=\"648\" srcset=\"https:\/\/sammydvintage.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2018\/04\/10-french-farmhouse-decorating-ideas-with-thrifted-finds-2.jpg 800w, https:\/\/sammydvintage.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2018\/04\/10-french-farmhouse-decorating-ideas-with-thrifted-finds-2-500x405.jpg 500w, https:\/\/sammydvintage.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2018\/04\/10-french-farmhouse-decorating-ideas-with-thrifted-finds-2-768x622.jpg 768w\" sizes=\"(max-width: 800px) 100vw, 800px\" \/><p id=\"caption-attachment-409004316\" class=\"wp-caption-text\">Source: <a href=\"https:\/\/www.thedesigntwins.com\/love-farmhouse-style-we-show-how-to-get-it\/\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener\">thedesigntwins.com<\/a><\/p><\/div>\n<p>If you ever find a simply fashioned, antique ladder as you dig through second hand items, snatch it up. It will look great in the <a href=\"http:\/\/sammydvintage.com\/diy\/diy-vintage-bathroom-projects\/\">bathroom<\/a>, holding folded white towels. Keep it in the living room for blanket storage, or in the kitchen to hold your <a href=\"http:\/\/sammydvintage.com\/vintage-style\/display-houseplants\/\">herb garden<\/a>. Whatever way you use it, it will add an element of down-to-earth, rustic charm.<\/p>\n<h2><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"Toile%E2%80%A6_Anything_and_Everything\"><\/span>Toile&#8230; Anything and Everything<span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h2>\n<div id=\"attachment_409004317\" style=\"width: 644px\" class=\"wp-caption aligncenter\"><img aria-describedby=\"caption-attachment-409004317\" decoding=\"async\" loading=\"lazy\" class=\"wp-image-409004317 size-full\" title=\"10 French Farmhouse Decorating Ideas With Thrifted Finds\" src=\"http:\/\/sammydvintage.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2018\/04\/10-french-farmhouse-decorating-ideas-with-thrifted-finds-3.jpg\" alt=\"10 French Farmhouse Decorating Ideas With Thrifted Finds\" width=\"634\" height=\"922\" srcset=\"https:\/\/sammydvintage.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2018\/04\/10-french-farmhouse-decorating-ideas-with-thrifted-finds-3.jpg 634w, https:\/\/sammydvintage.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2018\/04\/10-french-farmhouse-decorating-ideas-with-thrifted-finds-3-344x500.jpg 344w\" sizes=\"(max-width: 634px) 100vw, 634px\" \/><p id=\"caption-attachment-409004317\" class=\"wp-caption-text\">Source: <a href=\"https:\/\/www.hometalk.com\/14981525\/diy-french-style-seat-made-from-two-old-chairs?expand_all_questions=1\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener\">hometalk.com<\/a><\/p><\/div>\n<p>Toile is a type of fabric that was used in the south of France centuries ago. A light colored, cream or white background is printed with provincial scenes, flowers, or even Asian-style designs. Buy any and all toile that you find at thrift shops. Use it to refinish chairs, create throw pillows, or as a table runner.<\/p>\n<h2><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"Wooden_Chair\"><\/span>Wooden Chair<span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h2>\n<div id=\"attachment_409004318\" style=\"width: 436px\" class=\"wp-caption aligncenter\"><img aria-describedby=\"caption-attachment-409004318\" decoding=\"async\" loading=\"lazy\" class=\"wp-image-409004318 size-full\" title=\"10 French Farmhouse Decorating Ideas With Thrifted Finds\" src=\"http:\/\/sammydvintage.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2018\/04\/10-french-farmhouse-decorating-ideas-with-thrifted-finds-4.jpg\" alt=\"10 French Farmhouse Decorating Ideas With Thrifted Finds\" width=\"426\" height=\"640\" srcset=\"https:\/\/sammydvintage.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2018\/04\/10-french-farmhouse-decorating-ideas-with-thrifted-finds-4.jpg 426w, https:\/\/sammydvintage.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2018\/04\/10-french-farmhouse-decorating-ideas-with-thrifted-finds-4-333x500.jpg 333w, https:\/\/sammydvintage.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2018\/04\/10-french-farmhouse-decorating-ideas-with-thrifted-finds-4-400x600.jpg 400w\" sizes=\"(max-width: 426px) 100vw, 426px\" \/><p id=\"caption-attachment-409004318\" class=\"wp-caption-text\">Source: <a href=\"https:\/\/www.pinterest.com\/pin\/76983474865660835\/\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener\">pinterest.com<\/a><\/p><\/div>\n<p>A <a href=\"http:\/\/sammydvintage.com\/vintage-style\/refinishing-chairs\/\">simple wooden chair<\/a> can work wonders in your decorating scheme. It can soften up a bare corner, or be used as a table top for decorative items. The trick is to strip off any and all sealant that is on top of the wood. You want the chair to look rough and weathered, not polished.<\/p>\n<h2><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"Wicker_Basket\"><\/span>Wicker Basket<span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h2>\n<div id=\"attachment_409004319\" style=\"width: 574px\" class=\"wp-caption aligncenter\"><img aria-describedby=\"caption-attachment-409004319\" decoding=\"async\" loading=\"lazy\" class=\"wp-image-409004319 size-full\" title=\"10 French Farmhouse Decorating Ideas With Thrifted Finds\" src=\"http:\/\/sammydvintage.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2018\/04\/10-french-farmhouse-decorating-ideas-with-thrifted-finds-5.jpg\" alt=\"10 French Farmhouse Decorating Ideas With Thrifted Finds\" width=\"564\" height=\"844\" srcset=\"https:\/\/sammydvintage.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2018\/04\/10-french-farmhouse-decorating-ideas-with-thrifted-finds-5.jpg 564w, https:\/\/sammydvintage.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2018\/04\/10-french-farmhouse-decorating-ideas-with-thrifted-finds-5-334x500.jpg 334w, https:\/\/sammydvintage.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2018\/04\/10-french-farmhouse-decorating-ideas-with-thrifted-finds-5-400x600.jpg 400w\" sizes=\"(max-width: 564px) 100vw, 564px\" \/><p id=\"caption-attachment-409004319\" class=\"wp-caption-text\">Source: <a href=\"https:\/\/www.hellolovelystudio.com\/2016\/11\/31-beautiful-french-farmhouse-style.html\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener\">hellolovelystudio.com<\/a><\/p><\/div>\n<p>Wicker baskets can be filled with flowers, used on shelves for organization, or hung up on the wall. Because wicker is a natural material, it fits in perfectly with your French Country theme.<\/p>\n<h2><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"Tea_Cups\"><\/span>Tea Cups<span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h2>\n<p><img decoding=\"async\" loading=\"lazy\" class=\"aligncenter size-large wp-image-409004311\" src=\"http:\/\/sammydvintage.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2018\/05\/carolyn-v-468210-unsplash-1200x857.jpg\" alt=\"\" width=\"1200\" height=\"857\" srcset=\"https:\/\/sammydvintage.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2018\/05\/carolyn-v-468210-unsplash-1200x857.jpg 1200w, https:\/\/sammydvintage.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2018\/05\/carolyn-v-468210-unsplash-500x357.jpg 500w, https:\/\/sammydvintage.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2018\/05\/carolyn-v-468210-unsplash-768x549.jpg 768w, https:\/\/sammydvintage.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2018\/05\/carolyn-v-468210-unsplash-2000x1429.jpg 2000w\" sizes=\"(max-width: 1200px) 100vw, 1200px\" \/><\/p>\n<p>Do you drink tea with a saucer? If not, now is the time to start! Pick up some dainty tea cups and saucers. Display them on a shelf to give your kitchen a lovely, sweet mood. In addition to being decorative, your guests will feel that they&#8217;ve stepped into the peaceful countryside of times gone by when you serve them a hot cup of tea!<\/p>\n<h2><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"Wool_Or_Cotton_Throw_Rug\"><\/span>Wool Or Cotton Throw Rug<span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h2>\n<div id=\"attachment_409004312\" style=\"width: 1210px\" class=\"wp-caption aligncenter\"><a href=\"http:\/\/sammydvintage.com\/throw-rug\/\"><img aria-describedby=\"caption-attachment-409004312\" decoding=\"async\" loading=\"lazy\" class=\"size-large wp-image-409004312\" src=\"http:\/\/sammydvintage.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2018\/04\/throw_rug_1523118762-1200x784.jpg\" alt=\"\" width=\"1200\" height=\"784\" srcset=\"https:\/\/sammydvintage.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2018\/04\/throw_rug_1523118762-1200x784.jpg 1200w, https:\/\/sammydvintage.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2018\/04\/throw_rug_1523118762-500x327.jpg 500w, https:\/\/sammydvintage.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2018\/04\/throw_rug_1523118762-768x502.jpg 768w, https:\/\/sammydvintage.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2018\/04\/throw_rug_1523118762.jpg 1280w\" sizes=\"(max-width: 1200px) 100vw, 1200px\" \/><\/a><p id=\"caption-attachment-409004312\" class=\"wp-caption-text\"><a href=\"https:\/\/pixabay.com\/users\/rmac8oppo\/\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener\">rmac8oppo<\/a> \/ Pixabay<\/p><\/div>\n<p>A wool or cotton throw rug will add an element of comfort into your room, while still sticking to the simplicity of this style. Throw rugs are easy to wash, so you can feel comfortable buying them second hand. If you want to use the rug as an accent piece, go with a vibrant color like red or sky-blue.<\/p>\n<h2><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"Hands-On_Tools\"><\/span>Hands-On Tools<span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h2>\n<div id=\"attachment_409004313\" style=\"width: 1210px\" class=\"wp-caption aligncenter\"><a href=\"http:\/\/sammydvintage.com\/vintage-kitchen\/\"><img aria-describedby=\"caption-attachment-409004313\" decoding=\"async\" loading=\"lazy\" class=\"size-large wp-image-409004313\" src=\"http:\/\/sammydvintage.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2018\/04\/vintage_kitchen_1523118831-1200x800.jpg\" alt=\"\" width=\"1200\" height=\"800\" srcset=\"https:\/\/sammydvintage.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2018\/04\/vintage_kitchen_1523118831-1200x800.jpg 1200w, https:\/\/sammydvintage.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2018\/04\/vintage_kitchen_1523118831-500x333.jpg 500w, https:\/\/sammydvintage.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2018\/04\/vintage_kitchen_1523118831-768x512.jpg 768w, https:\/\/sammydvintage.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2018\/04\/vintage_kitchen_1523118831.jpg 1280w\" sizes=\"(max-width: 1200px) 100vw, 1200px\" \/><\/a><p id=\"caption-attachment-409004313\" class=\"wp-caption-text\"><a href=\"https:\/\/pixabay.com\/users\/jill111\/\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener\">jill111<\/a> \/ Pixabay<\/p><\/div>\n<p>Country living includes lots of hard work! Hang collanders, strainers, sifters and mashers on your kitchen walls. Antique items are fun to look at, and even more fun to use!<\/p>\n<h2><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"An_Abundance_of_Flowers\"><\/span>An Abundance of Flowers<span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h2>\n<p><img decoding=\"async\" loading=\"lazy\" class=\"aligncenter size-large wp-image-409004310\" src=\"http:\/\/sammydvintage.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2018\/05\/beautiful-bloom-blooming-986298-1200x675.jpg\" alt=\"\" width=\"1200\" height=\"675\" srcset=\"https:\/\/sammydvintage.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2018\/05\/beautiful-bloom-blooming-986298-1200x675.jpg 1200w, https:\/\/sammydvintage.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2018\/05\/beautiful-bloom-blooming-986298-500x281.jpg 500w, https:\/\/sammydvintage.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2018\/05\/beautiful-bloom-blooming-986298-768x432.jpg 768w, https:\/\/sammydvintage.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2018\/05\/beautiful-bloom-blooming-986298-2000x1125.jpg 2000w\" sizes=\"(max-width: 1200px) 100vw, 1200px\" \/><\/p>\n<p>The last item won&#8217;t be found at second hand stores, but I had to mention it! Your french country interior would be incomplete without lots of flowers in every room. Pile them up as a center piece, or throw a bundle into a vintage milk pitcher.<\/p>\n<p>Are you as in love with French Farmhouse style as I am? Leave a comment below!<\/p>\n<p>&nbsp;<\/p>\n<p>&nbsp;<\/p>\n","protected":false},"excerpt":{"rendered":"<p>Lately I&#8217;ve become somewhat obsessed with the French Country style of decorating. Why, you ask? This style is so warm and inviting. It is also so easy to create with used items, which is great for those of us who frequent thrift stores! Many items can be transformed into a French Farmhouse look when you [&hellip;]<\/p>\n","protected":false},"author":1562,"featured_media":409004213,"comment_status":"open","ping_status":"closed","sticky":false,"template":"","format":"standard","meta":{"_genesis_hide_title":false,"_genesis_hide_breadcrumbs":false,"_genesis_hide_singular_image":false,"_genesis_hide_footer_widgets":false,"_genesis_custom_body_class":"","_genesis_custom_post_class":"","_genesis_layout":""},"categories":[1208],"tags":[],"_links":{"self":[{"href":"https:\/\/sammydvintage.com\/wp-json\/wp\/v2\/posts\/409004160"}],"collection":[{"href":"https:\/\/sammydvintage.com\/wp-json\/wp\/v2\/posts"}],"about":[{"href":"https:\/\/sammydvintage.com\/wp-json\/wp\/v2\/types\/post"}],"author":[{"embeddable":true,"href":"https:\/\/sammydvintage.com\/wp-json\/wp\/v2\/users\/1562"}],"replies":[{"embeddable":true,"href":"https:\/\/sammydvintage.com\/wp-json\/wp\/v2\/comments?post=409004160"}],"version-history":[{"count":0,"href":"https:\/\/sammydvintage.com\/wp-json\/wp\/v2\/posts\/409004160\/revisions"}],"wp:featuredmedia":[{"embeddable":true,"href":"https:\/\/sammydvintage.com\/wp-json\/wp\/v2\/media\/409004213"}],"wp:attachment":[{"href":"https:\/\/sammydvintage.com\/wp-json\/wp\/v2\/media?parent=409004160"}],"wp:term":[{"taxonomy":"category","embeddable":true,"href":"https:\/\/sammydvintage.com\/wp-json\/wp\/v2\/categories?post=409004160"},{"taxonomy":"post_tag","embeddable":true,"href":"https:\/\/sammydvintage.com\/wp-json\/wp\/v2\/tags?post=409004160"}],"curies":[{"name":"wp","href":"https:\/\/api.w.org\/{rel}","templated":true}]}}