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The Vettel Farm

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How to Create an Antique Frosted Window

April 18, 2023 by thevettelfarm

Have you ever seen those classic antique windows, the ones that have a distinct title on them like "ticket office" or "Dr. Smith"? They are characterized by their frosty look, gorgeous antique glass, and a quintessential vintage style font that was typically painted on the window. I missed a window like this at a flea market last year and it still haunts me, but it inspired me to create my own. In our Deadwood Bed & Breakfast - the Victorian on Van Buren, we created a laundry room closet in the upstairs bathroom of the home. For the closet, I used an awesome Facebook Marketplace find for the closet door. The window on the door was clear, so it needed some revamping to hide the ...

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Antique Heater Grate DIY

April 12, 2021 by thevettelfarm

Back in the day, heater grates were so stunning! They had intricate patterns and the most beautiful patina. I have seen really neat projects where people make beautiful tabletops out of them, but I'm not that talented yet! I knew I wanted to display this gorgeous piece for spring and what better than tucking in a few faux succulents? Faux succulents are seriously the best ever! They look very authentic, they are relatively inexpensive and YOU NEVER HAVE TO WATER THEM! That's my favorite part! The opportunities are endless here, you could fill the entire grate with small succulents or create a pattern like I did with the draped succulents. No matter what you choose, it is a neat display ...

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We had a fun, final day at Brimfield today with a We had a fun, final day at Brimfield today with a few really neat finds but one very special one. There is SO MUCH jewelry at Brimfield, so naturally I wanted to bring home a few pieces for my girls. I stumbled upon a schnauzer pin. Since I’ve had three very special schnauzer pups in my life, I knew I had to have it. When I turned it over, I thought I was seeing things, my name, Courtney, was engraved on the back. 🥹🥹🥹 

Some treasures are just meant to be…..

#cestlavie #schnauzer #vintagejewelry #brimfieldantiqueshow
Day 2 of Brimfield started with an epic box full o Day 2 of Brimfield started with an epic box full of vintage Christmas! 🎄 One of my items I really wanted to find was a Christmas department store sign and we found just the one! It was another great day, I’m looking forward to day 3 today! 🎄❤️🎄❤️🎄

I’ve had lots of questions about prices and in my honest opinion I think if you take the time to shop around, you will find deals! There are some places that are a little more expensive, but most vendors are very willing to negotiate. ❤️🎄❤️🎄

#brimfield #christmasiscoming🎄 #vintagehunter #brimfieldantiqueshow
Day 1 Brimfield finds! Brimfield is MASSIVE! We sh Day 1 Brimfield finds! Brimfield is MASSIVE! We shopped from 6am to 3pm 💃🏻 and I can’t wait for tomorrow! I’m going to share the 4 million photos I took today in stories, so don’t miss those! What is your favorite from this haul? 

#brimfield #vintagechristmasdecor #vintagehalloween #brimfieldantiquefleamarket
I splurged on the @michaelsstores Halloween gum ba I splurged on the @michaelsstores Halloween gum ball machine this year and it does not disappoint! Watch til the end to see the force it has! 😂 Candy is such an easy way to decorate for Halloween and the best part is dreaming up ways to display it all! 🧡🎃🧡

What is your favorite Halloween candy indulgence? 

#candy #halloweencandy #candymachine #halloweendecorations
I dream of a 1920s Halloween, with streamers and c I dream of a 1920s Halloween, with streamers and crepe paper and a Dennison Party Book to guide me! So when I saw this vintage inspired “Dennison” sign from @weatheredwhitebarn I knew it would fit right in with my PARTY theme this year! 🎃🧡🎃🧡🎃

Don’t miss Shauna’s amazing Halloween sign collection release this Friday, September 4th at 9am MST! 🎃🧡🎃🧡🎃

#vintagehalloween #vintagesign #dennison #halloweensign
And just like that… it’s September! 🍁 I can’t wait And just like that… it’s September! 🍁 I can’t wait for 🎃🍂🧡🔥🥧🍎🍁🍏! What are you looking forward to for Autumn?

#fall #september #fallishere #autumn
She waited nearly 100 years for a fall makeover li She waited nearly 100 years for a fall makeover like this. 🍂🏫 #ad With the help of @balsamhill she won’t have to wait any longer! 

Using the Autumn Abundance arrangements I was able to add the most adorable window “planters” to the schoolhouse. Paired with the amazing Autumn Abundance wreath and my trusty Sunset faux mums, that last year after year, I would say she is ready for crisp mornings and sweet autumn days. 🍂

To get a jumpstart on your Fall decorating use my code: COURTNEYV50FALL to get $50 off $250 or more! 

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It’s that time! MUM TIME! The time of year where I It’s that time! MUM TIME! The time of year where I buy a bunch of mums and work desperately to keep them alive 🫠 BUT here are a few ways to give them a vintage vessel to thrive in! 

Or tune in tomorrow and I will show you a great faux alternative! 😉 

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