A French Country Style Dining Area

Maybe it's because I've been refinishing my dining room table that I have dining room decor on the brain. I love the French Cottage style and here are some great finds for your French Country Dining Room from a few of the wonderful artisans that are found in Design Style Guide.

I love this Rooster painting. It would add a touch of whimsy to the room.

Young Rooster -- Original Oil Painting From: Jean Levert Hood - Fine Art See Product Details Sellers Portfolio Sellers Website

And here is a beautiful cottage style China cabinet and serving buffet to go with the rooster painting above.

Shabby Cottage Style Vintage China Cabinet & Serving Buffet From: Pink Paper Rose See Product Details Sellers Portfolio Sellers Website

This gorgeous vintage chandelier will make dinner sparkle and seem like a special occasion every night.

Vintage Wedding Cake Chandelier From: Sheri See Product Details Sellers Portfolio Sellers Website

And here is a nice set of table and chairs. I like the contrast of dark wood with the white paint.

Harvest Dining Table From: Black Mountain Furniture See Product Details Sellers Portfolio Sellers Website

And why not add a bright floral arrangement to add a bit of color to the room.

Rhapsody Floral Arrangement From: Wreathmic Creations See Product Details Sellers Portfolio Sellers Website

A Little Bit of Old and A Little Bit of New

Anyone who has even been to my house can see that it is full of an eclectic array of hand-me-downs, rescued items, thrift store pieces, new items and even a few antiques. I think, and I've been told by others who are maybe just being nice to me, that my house is a perfect mixture of old and new. And after spending all week refinishing two old pieces of furniture to fit in with a few new pieces I recently purchased, I thought I would see what some of the members of Design Style Guide had to offer in the furniture department. I was not disappointed.

Here are a few of my favorite finds.

I love the lines on this Havana Lounge Chair and Ottoman by Lunar Lounge Design. And it would add a perfect punch of color to the room.



And these wonderful, vintage Hollywood Regency chairs by KLUpholstery would look perfect flanking a cafe table in a corner of your house.




I love all of Mad Tea Party Furniture's items. This Age of Innocence Hand Painted Clock is one of my favorites. It would make such a fun statement in your house.




I love this Girtz Plasma TV Stand by Shaka Studios. The primitive finish adds a softness to the room that provides a nice counterpoint to the harsh lines of your plasma TV.




Everyone needs a small stool to reach the top-shelve items in your cupboards and closets. Why not use one with a little personality like this Pullman-Type stool from Wislancraft.




And accent your room decor with these Art Deco-style candle holders from Arzu Musa.




And don't forget the puppy! These Uniquely Handcrafted Doggie Beds by Jakeybb are perfect for your pampered pet.



To find more fabulous, hand-crafted furniture finds, be sure to search "designstlyeguide" on etsy. Or visit the Design Style Guide website.

Room With A View - Switchplates

The ubiquitous switchplate - everywhere, in every room at least once, and often an overlooked opportunity for affordable wall art and self-expression. Whether you're a country mouse or a city mouse, whatever your decorating style, there is a switchplate to match your room and personality. Here are just a few from a wonderful array of handmade and hand embellished switchplates on Etsy:

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Mosaico Decor













Rathina Decor










Lindsay's Lights













Pieces in Time













Marcia's Passions













Funky Chicken Designs

Design Style Dinos

On Sunday, the family ventured down to Houston to see Leonardo, a completely mummified duck-billed dinosaur. We got to touch his petrified skin! It was quite groovy. In honor of Leonardo, here are some fun Dinosaurs created by the InteriorDesignTeam on Etsy:

Some Time Ago Now by AnthonyButkovich

Raptor by bbusbyarts

Dinosaurs - Single - Light Switch Plate Cover by rathina

And hey, while I'm here. . . I'm giving away Five $150 gift certificates good towards the purchase of American Country furniture by Shaka Studios. If you'd like a chance to win, click here.

Mood Lighting

Every room - no matter what style or decor - requires good mood lighting! Candles and handmade candle holders are the perfect way to go! Take a look at these beautiful handmade candles and holders!

TheWildFire

DesignedwithGlass

MadHattersPottery

BlissCandles

LittleShopofMirrors

Nonnie60

ArtGlassFusion

Arzumusa

These are just a few of the varied and wonderful candles and holders created by Interior Design Team members. Remember - all you have to do is search "InteriorDesignTeam" (use quotations) on Etsy and you will find these and a plethora of wonderful - handmade - home decor items!