roses for valentine's day

Roses. 💐 You can never have too many roses, especially at this time of year!

 

At this table, I started with a small bouquet of old-fashioned garden roses…

 

and placed them in a small vintage red and white transferware tureen.

 

 

The rose theme continues with a cozy chintz table square and heart-shaped wreath in the window.

"Love isn't something you find. Love is something that finds you."

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ciao fabiana

 

 

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in the mood for sweets, hearts & flowers

January just seems to have whizzed by in a flash, so “Happy February!” I’ve been MIA from the blog and instagram lately, but there’s lots happening behind the scenes.  

We’ve had some “projects” going on here at home, and there’s finally a light at the end of the tunnel. We’ve made a few changes in our living room to provide better flow and prettier views out to the garden. I can’t wait to share this room with you soon! It's still a major work in progress.

My she shed is also getting a mini makeover. The old roof came off, and we went with a more budget friendly option of a metal roof. It’s looks so cool, and my right-hand handyman George made it happen. Pictures coming in a few weeks...   

In the meantime, I’m here to share a few pretty Valentine’s Day vignettes from Ciao’s archive. I have been thrifting a bit and have an interesting secondhand table in the works for February 14th...  

My tableware storage closets have been overflowing over the past few months, so each day this week, I’ve been adding a few wonderful things to the Blog Shop. It’s bittersweet parting with some of my favorite plates and glassware, but I know they’ll find just the right home. 

I also have a few blue and white farmhouse style treasures listed this week.

I’ve acquired so much transferware over the years, that I’ll be going through it today and sharing some favorites with you on the Blog Shop. Some of these pieces have even been featured in magazines, which makes letting go of them a little bit harder.   

What are you all collecting these days? 

As the month of February arrives, I just love getting out my red transferware dishes. Just about anything you pair with them looks pretty, especially pink and red flowers and cute heart-shaped desserts! 

I made these fun Conversation Heart Shortbread Cookies a couple of years ago and plan on making them again next week. Any kind of shortbread cookie is a family favorite! 

And of course, I LOVE chocolate, especially dark chocolate.

How about you...  

What are your favorite Valentine’s Day treats? 

ciao! fabiana

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romantic and sweet ideas for february

January’s been filled with lots of work in the garden for me, but I’m already working on some feminine and pretty ideas for Valentine’ day.  

What are your favorite flowers to decorate with during February?

I tend to gravitate towards tulips, which are so fun for Spring, but roses and peonies are definitely a favorite! Especially in those gorgeous pink hues.

I’ve got a little something more subtle in the works with accessories by Serena & Lily and one of my favorite Galentine’s Day tablescapes will be debuting on the Cottages and Bungalows website very soon too!

I can’t wait for you all to see it! It’s quite festive and such a fun way to celebrate with the “gals”!

ciao! fabiana

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the "love american style" tablescape

an easy to set and fun patriotic table

Finding this fun picnic-inspired throw was my inspiration for my latest red, white and blue tablescape. It reminds me of an old-fashioned beach blanket, and casually laid on the table, it creates an instant coastal mood.

💓💙

Paired with another striped element, these “love” napkins are the perfect finishing touch for the table. I call this look “Love American Style!”

Vibrant tulips set in individual glass bottles are the shining stars to this patriotic striped look. More details coming soon...

P.S. I’m having my beloved morning cappuccino while writing this… and wishing you a glorious day ahead!

 ciao! fabiana

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happy valentine's day !

Happy Valentine’s Day!

My husband and I don’t have much planned today,

besides going to have breakfast at one of

our favorite little french cafés.

I’ll be baking a few festive m & m cookies

and probably whipping up some pasta

for dinner…

low-key all the way!

By the way,

today, I’m just sharing a few of my

favorite valentine vignettes

that are the most pinned on

pinterest.

I hope your day was filled with love!

x o  x o !  fabiana

so cute!

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