Shore Files: In case you are wondering...

...the stump stool is in place and its looking good. I'm a bit meh on the wheels (I can sort of see them if I sit in a certain spot across the room) but I think it needs the height. Maybe I'll switch them out at some point but its good for now. Definitely happy I didn't paint it.

Aside from this addition, I've gotten absolutely no where on my other beachy to-dos. Here is what's on the agenda when I get around to it.

Window treatments (I think I've decided what I'm doing and it requires sewing)
New pillows (Still searching)
Adding some vintage/found/ character pieces (Still searching)

After I get those in place I'll figure out what else is needed to round off the space. And of course I haven't even started tackling the nightmare that is the kitchen or getting going on the bedroom.

But I do have a goody in store for you. We renovated the bathroom! This is what it looked like when we bought the place.

This photo doesn't show just how nasty it was truly was. Hair, blood, urine, the whole shebang was left to us as a housewarming gift. I literally wore a bio-suit and mask while cleaning it for the first time. But it was functional so we didn't want to renovate just for gross factor. Cut to 5 years later, we suspected some water leakage behind the walls so it was the perfect opportunity to change out the tiles and fixtures. I'm absolutely loving how it turned out - I just have to put a few finishing touches in there and it will be ready for the unveiling. Stay tuned to see how its looking now!

27 comments:

Samantha Muse10:26 AM
Where did you get your side table from? I love it and need something white for my bedroom!
Anonymous10:27 AM
Your stump looks great! I hear you about the nagging factor. Noone else will notice it but you and yet it's there! :)

Can't wait to see what the bathroom looks like!!
Mango Gal10:28 AM
Ooooh! Can't wait to see how the bathroom turned out!
prince snow farm10:30 AM
I'm anxious to see the bathroom! We have an 1830 Cape and the bathroom is 1970's! Hope to steal some ideas!
Kerry10:30 AM
What a tease! Cannot WAIT to see how the bathroom looks! I'm on the edge of my seat! :)
Nichole Loiacono10:44 AM
You'll find all the details for the living room. It's been six months and I'm STILL finding things for my living room. Yuck on the Bathroom...can't wait to see the new and improved version!
Danielle and Clint10:48 AM
What the heck were they doing in that bathroom? Yikes! I think I would of just lit it on fire and called the insurance company! :-P
Ms. Bright10:53 AM
UGH! Tease!! I was hoping for the "After" photo! I know it'll be gorgeous, but geeeez.... Yes, I like immediate gratification! :)
Design Love10:55 AM
So, was there a homocide in that bathroom or a hostage take down???? Is that how you got a great place on the beach???

Can't wait to see the after.....

Cindy
Jenn @ Living Luxe for Less11:00 AM
I love how you used the wood stump as an end table! So clever. I also love how just a few shells and a starfish update the look to be so beachy. If you are looking for a few affordable pillows to update your living room I would check out Etsy. I think either of these would look great in your living room!

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Elisa @ What the Vita11:01 AM
The color of the stump looks great with the white chair! Light wood and white looks so pretty together.
Anonymous11:27 AM
I would love to know where those clear lamps with the silver base (2nd photo) were purchased. They're gorgeous.

Amy
Anonymous12:17 PM
Loving the stump!! The hard work was definitely worth it. And yes I am anxiously awaiting the bathroom reveal!!
Anonymous12:45 PM
It is really coming together - good fun!
Janell @ House of Fifty1:44 PM
Can't wait to see, you do wonderful bathrooms! Janell
Miss Mustard Seed4:35 PM
I don't know how I have not seen your blog, either! I absolutely love your home (in progress) and am so glad you paid me a visit and left a comment. I'm now your newest follower. :)
Anonymous5:45 PM
Love love the stump side table! I got married outdoors under pine trees and we used a stump as the alter for the communion set. Loved it! I also love the aqua in your room - one of my favorite colors!
Pamela @ Atmosphere ID6:12 PM
Love the stump! can't wait to see the new bathroom.
Amelia7:07 PM
Your stump wins for most popular stump side table! Love it! Can't wait to see the bathroom!
Freckles Chick10:12 PM
Stump-tastic! I'm so glad you didn't paint it--adds such a great rustic texture to the room.

What do you think of this pillow
http://www.potterybarn.com/products/fan-coral-embroidered-pillow-cover/?pkey=cpatterned-striped-pillows

Too theme-y? Too patriotic w/ the blue elements in the room?
Punctuation Mark10:24 PM
the stool looks fantastic and those marine/coastal touches... looking forward to see the end result of the bath renovation
Carol12:22 AM
Love, love, love the natural stump! Had a really strange idea... if you don't like the wheels, what about modge-podging or spray painting some short candlesticks and gorilla-gluing them underneath as legs? I'm pretty sure it would either be fabulous or awful, but have no idea which.
Joyti5:14 AM
That stump is far too cute for words. I think the wheels are a great idea, makes them look more furniture-like and less random. And more convenient for moving as needed :)
Jessica @ Lavender and Lilies6:32 AM
It is certainly coming along. I like the stump. It's cute. Can't wait to see the bathroom renovation.
Aimee@ the Functional Space10:29 AM
Love that you left the stump natural.
Save the Date for Cupcakes9:34 PM
I love how the stump fits right in! Can't wait to see the bathroom! Never thought I would be that excited to see someones bathroom! Lol..
Laura @ the shorehouse.2:08 PM
The stump is perfect. And did you ever think you'd have so many comments with the word "stump" in them? :-)