~ FROM MY COTTAGE HOME & OTHER PLACES ~

Sunday, March 21, 2010

Simplicity, Style, and Sophistication...

Is this shop!
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Get ready girls, your taking a tour of a

shop called Before and After.

I took some pictures, to give you an

idea how fabulous this place is.

Actually, the pictures I took doesn't give

this place justice, but to see it in person

just takes your breath away.

As soon as you walk in you see beautiful

creamy whites on just about everything

with touches of color here and there.


The richness of the taupe walls...


the beautiful silver and glass items

even prints of simple images look

fantastic. I really like this one....


and the pink chargers too.


Unique furniture and interesting

architectural pieces are throughout

the shop, and they don't last.



Every time I step into this place I get so inspired,

but the downside of it all is when I

get home, I want to get rid of everything

to start over....... Oh yeah, my husband

would love that idea.

That reminds me when I do go out looking

for bargains, he always says

My wife is out there

saving me money.

lol

I would like to have taken more pictures, but I

got so involved talking with the woman

who owns the shop.

let me just say this..... this womans got it

going on..... she's incredible!

Maybe she'll let me take pictures

of her home for another time.

Well I hope you enjoyed yourselves

Until next time-

God Bless You,
Sandy

Jeremiah 29:13 Ye shall seek Me, and find Me, when ye shall
search for Me with all your heart.

46 comments:

Lee Laurie said...

Beautiful! I would love that shop! Everything looks so pretty. That's how I am whenever I get inspired like that. I want to go home and change everything! I have slowly been painting all of my furniture creamy white. Everytime I see pictures like these, I want to paint something else. Thanks!

Hugs,
Lee Laurie

Caroline said...

Hi Sandy, thanks for the tour of that beautiful store. I would love to see her home, I bet its gorgeous. When I come home from shopping hubby sometimes says "So how much did you spend to save us some money?" Take care and have a great week.

C'est Moi, Julie Marie said...

Hi Sandy, what a gorgeous shop! I would have just wandered all around in there all day... I love that pale blue piece of furniture in one of the last photos... did you buy anything? Thanks for sharing a fun day shopping! xoxo Julie Marie

Mari said...

HELLO SWEET SANDY,
WHAT AN AMAZING STORE ITS TRULY BEAUTIFUL!!! I LOVE HOW YOU SAVE MONEY FOR YOUR HUBBY....HEEHEE...
THANKS SO MUCH FOR THE FABULOUS TOUR.....AHHHHH WE COULD DREAM!!!
I REALLY HOPE SHE WILL ALLOW YOU TO TAKE PIX'S OF HE HOME.....I COULD ONLY IMAGINE HOW BEAUTIFUL IT IS!!!!

mariondee-designs said...

Hi Sandy, wow, what a beautiful shop, I would have walked out of there truly inspired too. Thanks for sharing these pics, it's the only way I'll ever get to see these shops from inside.. being in Aussie land! take care, Maraynnn

June said...

Sandy this shop is just glorious! Why, oh why do I live so far away? This reminds me of a shop in Salt Lake City that I went to a couple of summers ago called Details. This shop you have shared reminded me of all the great displays that I had seen in it, and how I vowed to do more of this white and cream in my own home. The shop you have shared with us has so much style. Love it!!!
hugs

Sheila said...

Sandra never fear about my blog list. I had your blog in my head.. NOt that i don't lose my head now and then.. hahaha.. I love your photos of the shop.. Everything is so lovely. I saw a few things i know i would want to take home with me.. Thanks for coming by to visit my blog.. I always love your comments.. hugggggggggggggggs

Lynnae said...

Looks wonderful. Thanks for taking us there!

sissie said...

I could spend hours in that shop and never get tired of looking at all the pretties.

hugs
Sissie

KATHY said...

Hi, thanks for the tour!! I really love everything in the shop.I want one of each....Kathy

Rose Garden Romantic said...

Hi Sandy! What an amazing store! I love everything! I really want that aqua cupboard I spied on one of the photos!
Michelle

Tanza said...

Ooooohhh yikes Sandy .. I would be in BiG trouble at this store !! I LoVE everything, and would want it ALL !! LoVe the creamy whites all over !! LoVe the mercury glass and silver here and there !! The candles and holders !! the furniture .. Ooohh my gosh .. over the top !! I'm soo happy you took me along for the tour .. Always so fun when I'm here with you and your beauty ~
hugs ~tea~xo

Cathy said...

Hi Sandy,

Thank you for stopping by my blog and joining in my "Cottage Style" feature celebration 'give-away'. Good Luck!

Have a great day,

Cathy

Brenda-shabbycatsandroses said...

Hi Sandy :) I'm so glad you "found" me, LOL!! Do you remember what pillow it was you bought from me? I've kept a file on all the items I've sold on Ebay, and if I knew your Id name, I can go back and see what one it was.

This shop is simply HEAVENLY!!! I would love to come and browse this shop!! Lots of "eye candy" to see!

Your blog is simply beautiful; I am now your newest follower, and I look forward to seeing what fabulous things you will have to post about!!

Have a lovely week!! Warmest, Brenda

Lynn said...

Sandy, You will not believe this but I had to find out where you live, thought it was Missouri and we will be in Missouri on our trip after I retire in October and I was getting so excited because I love, love, love this shop. Then I realized you don't live in Missouri and where you do live is way too far. But I can droll over these pictures. Beside, I am sure Terry would just love to lug a uhaul around on vacation filled with furniture I have no place for until I get rid of something I have, etc etc. So I thank you for these beautiful pic of the the shop. A girl can dream, right! Have a blessed day.
Lynn

Brenda-shabbycatsandroses said...

Hey Sandy, I found it!! You purchased that pillow on May 19th, 2008! I have 6 albums filled with information of all the pillows I've sold, and I found the one paper with yours in Album 4 :) Yeah!!

DustyLu said...

Beautiful! Thank for all the inspiration! ~lulu

GWENDOLYN said...

Ooh la la , thanks for the beautiful tour!
Blessings!
Gwen

KATHY said...

Hi sandy, the heirloom white paint is by rust-oleum ultra cover.I bought it at home depot it's a spray paint. Hope that helps.....Kathy

Mary Ellen said...

Sandy- this shop looks incredible!! I had to laugh at your statement about wanting to throw everything out and start over when you go there and then go home. I was thinking the whole time I was looking at the pictures that it looked just like your gorgeous home!

I am still trying to decide what to do with my dining room walls- decisions decisions!

Lynn said...

Hi Sandy,
Me again, if you get a chance hop over to my blog for today. Have an urgent prayer request for my dear friend. Thank you and have a blessed day.
PS I LOVE LOVE LOVE this shop!!
Lynn

Betty Jo said...

Oh My Sandy! This shop does take my breath away. I would be totally broke on just one visit with all those gorgeous items. Thanks so much for sharing and for your visit today to my "ne" blog!! ♥

Sheila said...

Hi Sandy!!!! Waving vigorously at you... CAn you see me.. I keep coming here and looking at your photos and all the pretties in this last post you made.. YOu have great taste and don't need to get rid of anything because your things are just wonderful.. I get overwhelmed too, but some days i just stay focused and get to things i want to do, and some days i just can't get my groove on.. lol.. Huggggggggggies and keep up the wonderful job of having some pretties for all of us to come look at.. tee hee.. Sheila

Stephenie from Decorating Addiction said...

Wow! I don't know where her store is, but I'd love to go. It's incredibly beautiful! Thanks for the tour!

Patty said...

Oh my gosh where is this store?? I have got to go there!

Donna Lynn said...

Lovely store! Wish I could visit, all that white is a breath of fresh air for Spring.

Hope all is well with you, haven't been blogging, have been having terrible issues with uploading my photos, almost gave it up for good!
XO,
Donna Lynn

Janean said...

sandy, i am swooning here in missouri! this place would be my *dream.*

thanks for sharing and taking us shopping with you!

Miss Gracie's House said...

Sweet blessings to you as you celebrate Resurrection Sunday!
Rene'

Doni said...

Hi Sandy! What beautiful photos of very pretty settings! I'm lovin' your blog! Your pinks are so sweet and your home looks so lovely. I've added myself to your followers and look forward to seeing more from you in the future!
Thank you!
Doni

clustres said...

Beautiful shop! Thanks! Pam

maría cecilia said...

Dear Sandy, thank you for this great place you have photographed!!
I love all yoour pink saturday posts, you have so many wonders in pink!!!! Your blog is sooooo pretty.
Cariños,
Maria Cecilia

Cindy Ellis said...

Hi Sandy! What beautiful pictures, where is your shop? Love everything... and your blog!
Cindy
www.CindyEllisArt.com

Trisha said...

Wonderful post! Gorgeous shop. Thanks for the Inspiration.
Trisha Evans
A Vintage White

The Polka Dot Closet said...

Do you think if I asked they would let me live there? I love, love, your blog and I won't miss another post, because now I am a follower. I would be honored if you would take a peak at my new blog. It is DIY, tips, tricks, and secrets http://thepolkadotcloset.blogspot.com/
Thank You. Carol

Miss Gracie's House said...

Hey Sandy,
Just stopping in to say *hello* and thanks bunches for your sweet words you left for me!
Rene

Display homes said...

Those pieces are beautiful.
Wonderful shop! Thanks for posting!

Pamela said...

Hi Sandy!
I had to come over for a visit after you came to my blog. I like what I see! I'll be following you!
Pamela from French Buttons

Mara said...

Hi Sandy! thank you for your sweet comment! That shop is amazing!!! I would buy anything!!!

Hugs!
Mara

Melly said...

Oh Sandy, I can see why you get so much inspiration from that store, it is beautiful! Thank you for sharing it and allowing us to be inspired also.
Have a wonderful day, Lovely Lady!
Hugs
Melly:)

Lynn said...

Sandy,
You have not blogged in awhile, just want to make sure you are ok.Am hoping this needs approval so you will see this. Know that you are in my prayers and I miss you. Hope all is well and you are just taking a break from blogging.
Hugs,
Lynn

Olivia~ said...

Oh my sweetness I am delighted to meet you! Your pictures are making me do the happy dance! I am twirling my toes for all of these beautfiful pieces! Wow, love it all!
Hugs,
Olivia

sanjeet said...

Thanks for the Inspiration.
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Cami @ Creating Myself said...

Where did your beautiful blog go? Hope your just tired of blogging & it's not for some other reason. Miss your wonderful posts!

Queen of Dreamsz said...

Hi Sandy,

Oh my!! Swoon, Gasp, Drool...LOL OMG, my kind of shoppe...I'd love to have every shabby mirro in the place and some of those furniture pieces are just so unique and beautiful.

Thanks for all of the eye candy and yes, please return and get more photos! :0)

I have a few of the vintage jars like those that were used in the print of the jars of buttons in the ornate frame.

Have a wonderful day,
Stephanie ♥

lvroftiques said...

Oohhh I know that feeling where you walk in and don't even know where to start because all the yumminess is sooo overwhelming!! And you want to get to each and every item before someone else lol! Also so funny about your hubbs saying "My wife is out there saving me money" My hubby is laughing at that because I know he feels exactly the same way! Vanna

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