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The Makerista

I'm Gwen, a modern traditionalist who isn't afraid of color. Kansas City.

To Ohio and Back and What I Found There

The 12 hour trek to and from Ohio this last week was easier with 3 small kids than I would have imagined, and the time there was well spent.  My husband’s grandma lives right outside of Lima, a modest town with plenty of thrifting to be had.  Between his bargain-hunting grandma and antiquing aunt, I had wonderful guides and enjoyed the time with them so much.

I came home with a beautiful mint planter and a pair of horse bookends.

And I also found the perfect piece for our bathroom reno.  A few weeks ago I showed you a dresser I was working on for the space, but in my excitement over it’s beauty I didn’t double check my measurements: it was just too big.  The story of how I got this new piece is fun, and I’ll share it once I reveal the space.  We also spent a good amount of time with cousins and food….way too much food.


I guess washing her mouth out with soap would never be a punishment that would work. 


It’s harder and harder to get a nice face out of him these days.

 
Cousins.

Stepping outside of my day-to-day always helps me refresh and get inspired.  No matter where I go, I’m sure to find a pattern that excites me or a piece that gets me thinking.  The color palette of this hat, which was Micah’s great-grandmother’s, stopped me in my tracks.

It’s the big week!  I’ll be busy at my house with a really fun project that I’ve been dying to share – I can’t wait to fill you in.  I’ll be back next week to spill the beans, but in the meantime I’ll be showing you some sneak peeks on Instagram.  Hope you have a lovely week!




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Comments

  3. Amy Krist says

    There is something so touching about shopping for the home with different generations. I recently did this with my mother-in-law while in Germany and just love how it bonded us even closer. Great finds.

  4. Michelle says

    Those bookends are awesome! Your pictures are always so cute – where did you get your daughter's leather jacket?? It is so adorable!

  6. Amanda says

    The bookends are perfect! I love a good marble look no matter what the piece! Can't wait to see the project next week 🙂

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  11. Beth of designPOST Interiors says

    I saw your sneaks on IG and I am so excited to hear more!! And your trip to Ohio looks so refreshing. I love weekends like that that force you to just slow down. And your little man's haircut is too adorable!