Crafts Using Tattered Vintage Quilt Pieces
What happens when a quilt has been too loved and has become tattered? It can be repurposed into your favorite craft! Let me show you my 2 favorite crafts using tattered vintage…
Decorating for the Fall and Halloween Season Using What You Have
Now that Labor Day weekend is long gone, summer is officially over, the change of season is officially here. Everyone has already busted out their pumpkin spice. If you haven’t started, then…
5 Best Ways to Collect and Use Vintage Milk Glass
I’d love to share with you my 5 best ways to collect and use vintage milk glass. Milk glass is having it’s trend moment, and I love it. I have collected it…
Amp up Your Personal Style With Vintage Art
If I had to pick one category of vintage items that would be my all time favorite it is vintage art. Let’s talk today about how to amp up your personal style…
The Fun of Collecting Vintage: Ideas for Displaying Quilts
The fun of collecting vintage is a big thing that feeds my soul. I have many collections of useful vintage items, but my most favorite are the antique quilts. Adding quilts to…
Vintage + Antique Items + What’s the Difference?
Many love to use old items in their decor, and this would definitely describe my style. I have been asked many times about vintage and antique items and what’s the difference? Let’s…
Simple Ways to Add Architectural Salvage to Your Home
Are you looking for unique and creative ways to add character and charm to your home? In this post, I will share some simple ways to add architectural salvage into your home….
How to Style Vintage Wicker Demijohn Bottles
You’ve probably seen these fabulous looking wicker covered bottles around before, known as demijohns. With their classic design and rustic charm, they can add character and warmth to any space. In this…
How to Thrift for Vintage and Where to Store It
Every time the weather gets a bit warmer, I dream of hitting the flea market. But truth be told, I vintage thrift all through the year. But now that it feels like…
Using Collections for Vintage Christmas Decor
Vintage Christmas decorations are definitely having a moment. It seems like everyone is looking for that perfect, unique piece to add to their holiday decor. And what could be more unique than…
5 Tips for Collecting Vintage
Collecting antiques can be the one thing that makes your space scream ‘personal style’. I’m pretty sure, if you have eyeballs, you have probably noticed how collecting antiques has been having its…
Bungalow 47 Featured in Romantic Homes Magazine
Have you received your issue of Romantic Homes magazine yet this month? We are excited to have Bungalow 47 featured in this month’s issue of Romantic Homes. If you come across it,…
An Old Cabinet Gets a Makeover
Recently we purchased a much smaller house for our empty nest. I was in need of a storage cabinet for the dining room, to store my milk glass collection. The search was on. …
Vintage Camper Project – Part Two
There’s something a bit magical about Michigan in the fall. The leaves change, the air gets crisp, and it’s a wonderful time to enjoy the great outdoors! This is how we…
Vintage Camper Project – Part One
Summer is finally here and once again it’s time to head up north and enjoy our PURE MICHIGAN! You’ve seen Jill’s adorable cottage, now it’s time to show you the our old…
A Look at the Country Living Fair in Georgia
Last month, one of our B47 crew headed south to attend the Country Living Fair in Stone Mountain, Georgia. These fairs are always a great place to check out trends and…