I am thrilled to be a part of The Scoops Valentine home tour.
I guess you could say I have a romantic side,I am sure you can see it in my home decor.
And with my blog name white lace cottage it is hard to dismiss.
I thought it would be fun to share some of my favorite romantic things.
This post is all about eye candy.
A pretty prom dress was a recent find at a thrift shop.
I have not been able to leave my home much because of the brutal cold weather and snow!
But while out on a shopping trip to my market,I ran into one of my favorite thrift shops.
It’s in amazing condition and I knew I would have fun displaying it and using it for props in my photos.
Yes you will be seeing this prom dress quite a bit I am sure!
Roses are another of my favorite things,as if you did not already know.
And pink roses are by far my very favorite.
I used a vintage faded rose coverlet for a table cloth.
I found the coverlet many,many years ago.
It’s been faded over time,and is worn and that makes it so special to me.
A stack of lace napkins add a touch of romance,love that soft touch of lace trim.
A small selection of vintage dishes from my collection all are adorned with petite pink roses.
I have to admit I only use these for special occasions.
These were found many years ago,recently I shared that I downsized some of my vintage dish collection.
These are some I truly treasure.
I have been adding touches of pink in my home.
I love finding pieces that are truly vintage,with that lovely chippy patina I love.
This small stool adds a little height to my table ,and the chippy patina and the soft pink color is perfection to me.
Oh and you know how I love a little bling,that silver champagne bucket adds a touch of sparkle.
Inscribed “To Our Days Of Wine And Roses”.
Found a few years ago while out treasure hunting.
It makes a perfect vase.
Off in my corner I have my garden cherub statue adorned with a petite crown.
I placed it on this pink step ladder.
The window is propped up on an old milking stool.
It’s a bit small and it needed to be a little taller for this corner.
I love scented candles,but I also enjoy a table scape with tall white candles burning.
I think it is so pretty when the wax drips a bit too!
Yes I know it can be messy,but it’s pretty.
I decided to add my dried heart wreaths to my chippy garden gate.
This gate was found last summer.
I layered the gate with a chippy window frame and hung my wreaths using lace and thumbtacks.
These wreaths are very simple to make.
For a little tutorial you can go HERE.
I love the faded colors and the texture of dried roses.
These can be left out past valentines day.
I invite you to visit all the blogs listed below.
Just click on the links,each day we will be sharing different homes.
You will be inspired!
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Confessions of a Plate Addict says
Everything is so pretty, Anne! I love that prom dress! 🙂 Thanks so much for joining us on the tour!..hugs…Debbie
Anne says
Thank you Debbie! So happy to be part of this tour!
Sonia Crouse says
Love the prom dress Anne, what a great find! And everything on the post, from the roses wreath, the china dishes…just gorgeous. Well done and very romantic!
Anne says
Thank you so much Sonia!
Linsey @ Farmhouse Porch says
Beautiful eye candy♥♥♥ Love the chippy gate!
~Linsey
Anne says
Thank you Linsey!
Mary Alice Patterson says
Your valentine touches are so sweet and pretty, Ann! Love the soft pinks you incorporated into your decor.
Mary Alice
Anne says
Thank you Mary Alice!
Jennifer @ Town and Country Living says
So pretty, Anne. Wish I could find big full roses like that!
Anne says
Thank you Jennifer,I have been finding mine at The Fresh Market.Sort of like a Trader Joe’s or Whole Foods.
Sandy Brown says
Love the eye candy–Valentines day is such a pretty holiday :)!
Anne says
Thank you Sandy <3
Patty at Home and Lifestyle Design says
Such pretty romantic photographs! Loving them all – from the prom dress to the pink roses!
Patty at Home and Lifestyle Design
Anne says
Thank you Patty!
Kathy says
I do love romantic decor too, Anne. Gorgeous photos – love the roses, the china and that beautiful Prom dress! Beautiful Valentine Tour post!
Kathy
Anne says
Thank you Kathy!
Betsy@coastal-colors says
Anne, this is so pretty! You have transformed your home; it’s so serene and romantic! I love your Valentine’s decor! Your photos are stunning! !
Anne says
Thank you Betsy!
Kelly says
Oh Anne….I am imagining who wore that dress….I hope she had a wonderful time in it! What a treasure!! I really enjoyed all the eye candy. Will be Pinning for sure!
Valerie says
Good Morning from sunny Vancouver…..*gorgeous*….simply divine eye candy with my morning coffee……LOVE your dress and the stunning roses……gosh, thank you SO much for sharing your creation with us !!
Anne says
Thank you so much Valerie!
Tammy says
It all is just beautiful!! Love your display of dried roses!
Mae Adams says
Anne as your Mother I can’t say enough about how proud I am of you…Your living your dream..
Your love for showing everyone on how to make a home..a place where it always feels warm and
inviting…I love your newest find.. That dress is something I might have worn and its truly beautiful
Thank you so much for letting so many of your friends see the love you have for what you love to do!!
Anne says
Thank you Mom,Love you <3
Maryann says
Wow, I loved all your pics and love your romantic home! Those wreaths are just gorgeous and I’m going to cut some roses right now from my garden (it’s summer here) just to make one once they’re dry! take care, Maryann
Anne says
Thank you Maryann!
Joanne says
Thank you for the beauty you share. It brightens my day when you share your lovely notes and photos. Don’t stop you are great. That comes from the heart. Joanne from Anne’s Attic (just trying to get the guts up to start my blogg. I am on Pintrest and Facebook though).
Anne says
Thank you Joanne! Don’t be intimidated to start your blog.You can do it.Just be yourself and share what you like.
Melanie says
I could come for a visit and never leave your kitchen! LOVE that dress and those dishes…and the roses! I could go on and on! I really love the touches of pink…just beautiful!
Anne says
Thank you so much Melanie <3
Angela @Unexpected Elegance says
LOVE the pops of pink and all the eye candy!! Beautiful!
~Angela
Anne says
Thank you Angela!
Christy @ Our Southern Home says
Eye candy…you are so right, Anne! I always love living vicariously through your lovely romantic, pink touches. What a find in the dress! Stay warm and safe! ~Christy
Anne says
Thank you Christy!
Yvonne @ StoneGable says
Anne, Valentine’s Day was meant for you! Your gorgeous soft colored treasures are so artfully styled! Yes, EYE CANDY is right… Romantic Eye Candy! Are those vintage dishes Limoges? I think I have the same ones! Just LOVE-ly!
Anne says
Thank you Yvonne,I think they are limoges.You are so sweet my friend!
Laura @ Inspiration for Moms says
I love, love the heart wreaths on the garden gate! So pretty! Happy Valentine’s Day Anne!
Anne says
Thank you Laura! Happy Valentines day!
Brandi @ Nest of Bliss says
That does make the perfect vase! How romantic!
Anne says
Thank you Brandi!
Anita @ Cedar HIll says
I adore your romantic look Anne!! It’s gorgeous and I love that dress you found. It’s dreamy and I hope you are going to keep it out all of the time.
Anne says
Thank you Anita,and yes right now it is still in my dining room <3
Sharon Rexroad's Bringing Creativity to Life says
Anne – you, a romantic? Who’d have thunk! Seriously, lovely items and the prom dress – wow! (and boo, hiss, to the snow we’re going to get tonight)
Anne says
Thank you Sharon <3, Please don't mention that word LOL!
Kathleen @ faded charm says
Beautiful florals perfect for the occasion, Anne.
xoxo
Kathleen
Anne says
Thank you Kathleen <3
Jamie says
This is so pretty, Anne! Love all of it. And you found that vase treasure hunting? Amazing.
Hugs,
Jamie
Anne says
Yes I found that silver bucket while out thirft shopping Jamie.I just found a few more treasures today 🙂
Shannah @ Just Us Four says
Wow…so many beautiful things in your home for Valentine’s Day. Everything is so gorgeous.
Anne says
Thank you Shannah <3
Samantha Conner says
Your dried rose heart wreaths are beautiful! Happy to be on the Valentine Home Tour with you.
Anne says
Thanks so much Samantha!