The Prairie

You may remember this post about Rachel Ashwell's Shabby Chic B&B, "The Prairie" in Round Top, Texas. Well, when I was there a couple of weeks ago I had the pleasure of taking a look around! It is a wonderful place for a quiet getaway: picturesque views, cozy as could be, and of course, decorated to Shabby Chic perfection. There was a wedding taking place that day so I wasn't able to tour any of the guest rooms, but I was able to browse quite a bit. If you're ever in Round Top I highly recommend heading over for a walk around the grounds. And of course, a peek into the store they have on the property! I picked up a few goodies there myself. 

The main office, dining area and super-chic lounge.




A fabulous vignette in the big barn.




Another corner in the big barn.




Wouldn't you love to curl up here all day?




This sofa was about as big as a king-sized bed.




I fell in love with this chandelier. I've seen plenty like it, but those tiny pink pleated shades make a fabulous statement.




This guy watches over the dining area.




Love the relaxed look of the slipcovered barstools. They'd be perfect in a family kitchen too.




The prettiest seating area outside.




The gorgeous view from the back door.




A matelaisse/white denim sofa inside the Shabby Chic shop.



Pillows on pillows on pillows in the shop.




A pretty piece of art in the shop -- we've got one just like it at home!




My finds of the day: Shabby Chic extra-long matches, silver hearts on leather, and a silver-plated bowl from a store down the road from the Prairie.

Round Top

This past weekend I made the trip to Round Top, Texas for an antique extravaganza. Known for the famous Marburger Farm Antique Show (which happens in October), there are smaller shows in June and January and I wanted to scope out the scene before I head back in the fall. If this show was any indication of what it will be like, I really can't wait. There were so many wonderful finds -- piles of majolica pottery, french dough bowls, green glass, an old paper-mache horse, a greek-key stool... I could go on. We also stopped by The Prairie -- Rachel Ashwell's B&B, which you may remember from this post. I really fell in love! More on that tomorrow.