Etsy Finds Decor: A Green Pioneer Buys the Farm

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Today's Finder       Get Etsy buttons for your blog or website here! May 31, 2009 This weekend's Get the Look: Decor is inspired by one woman's experience restoring a nineteenth century barn in upstate New York and transforming it into a beautiful place to call home. Etsy seller Maya of designsmayamade documented her mother's barn-to-home restoration process on her blog maya*made. Despite the fact that the 1888 barn had no electricity, heat, running water, or a foundation, Maya's mother was excited about the barn's potential. "My mother, being the brave, daring pioneer that she is, knew this was home. Her vision was to convert the barn into a live/work art studio and make it as green as her budget would allow... recycle, repurpose, reinvent was our guiding motto." The 1000 square foot space includes a perfect blend of rustic farmhouse treasures along side a few unexpected modern touches. For more photos of the barnyard restoration, visit maya*made and check out the four part series documenting the home's transformation.  If you are interested in incorporating a touch of rustic farmhouse style to your own home decor, check out the Etsy Finds below for inspiration.   Home Sweet Home - Original Embroidered Art ON SALE "Home sweet home." I think this embroidery says it all. By amandajean, $22. View Item | View Shop   Vintage Wood Box in Cottage Style Did you notice the amazing coffee table in the living room? Learn how to make your own wooden crate table from a DIY tutorial on Maya's blog. From jennifergoode, $15.95. View Item | View Shop   SALE Art Deco Machine Age Metal Desk Lamp This old fashioned metal desk lamp is a clever way to illuminate a tabletop vignette displaying antiques and vintage treasures. From RevampVintage, $20. View Item | View Shop   Picture frame made from reclaimed wood I love the incredible pieced together sign hanging in the entryway. (Maya and her mother actually found the wood under the house.) These snappy reclaimed wood frames have a similar feel, and would be perfect for framing a family portrait or photo from the past. By Chalecco, $25. View Item | View Shop   Shades of Fire Distress NY Metal Tote This well-worn metal box is both decorative and functional. It's perfect for storing supplies, gardening tools or your latest craft project. From oldcrowfarm, $24. View Item | View Shop   FairyTale Bird Cage   Hang this charming handmade birdcage above your bed or next to a window to add a hint of country sweetness. By tamar, $90. View Item | View Shop   Vintage Parisian Clocks Dress up a mantle, bookcase or night table with a decorative antique alarm clock. From maisonreve, $60. View Item | View Shop   vintage office chair Add a splash of color to any room with a brightly colored chair.  Place it near a window for birdwatching or use it as a surface to display plants and antiques. From EmilyLynch, $325. View Item | View Shop   Vintage Orange Polka-Dot Umbrella Maya's mom has a beautiful collection of vintage parasols. This bright red umbrella would look perfect attached to a backyard lounge chair for relaxing in the shade on a warm summer day. From itsastitch, $38. View Item | View Shop   Straw Woven Picnic Basket I spotted this exact picnic basket in a bedroom in the barn. These vintage baskets are perfect for storage and look great stacked in a corner or at the foot of the bed. From postroadvintage, $17. View Item | View Shop   Vintage Set Of Two Italian Painted Tea Cup And Saucers These vintage tea cups have a rustic charm. These are ideal for sipping tea on the farm. From CaptainCat, $28. View Item | View Shop   Vintage Dusty Pink Bedspread Add a bit of texture to your bed with a vintage chenille bedspread. From vintagejane, $68. View Item | View Shop   Rope Handled Vintage Suitcase A stack of vintage luggage is a great way to add worldly charm and character to any room. From happydayvintage, $43. View Item | View Shop   Vintage Dominion Floor Fan This working vintage fan will keep you cool after a long day working in the garden. From monkeysalwayslook, $43. View Item | View Shop   Farmhouse Dining Kitchen Table This rustic handcrafted farmhouse table looks like it was made for big family style dinners. Enjoy adding your own family memories to the reclaimed lumber (that's over 180 years old!). By blackberryfurniture, $3850. View Item | View Shop   Three A and W aqua stools I love the mix of rustic antiques with modern vintage throughout the home. These bar stools would look adorable lined up along a butcher block counter in the kitchen. From johnnyvintage, $300. View Item | View Shop   comfort garden This gorgeous arrangement of paper flowers and dried moss is an ideal centerpiece for an entryway or coffee table. By floresdelsol, $100. View Item | View Shop   Check out other Get the Look - Home Decor Editions. A Cozy Home Gift Guide | Housewares Category | Vintage Housewares Know of any other great finds that fit today's theme? Then comment on Etsy's Blog and let us know.

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