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MY SORTA MUDROOM MOVED TO MY ENTRYWAY

About three years ago, I showed you how I turned this little cubby unit


and this bench


into a sort of mudroom area by our back sliding doors.


We never really ended up using it much for its intended purpose 
so I decided to move it to our entryway.
When we have guests this winter (just pretend I didn't say "winter")
it will be handy to hang their coats here.


Our entryway isn't terribly large and this bench is not very deep
 so it fits nicely without making it too crowded.


I had a little fun accessorizing too!


I kept the wall by the door fairly simple with just my large window frame,


a pot of geraniums, and a few other things I had around the house.


The picture below is the view I see from the kitchen.


 And this is what you would see from our living/family room.


So now that we're ready for visitors, come on over!
"The Boss" is watching for you!!


Thanks so much for coming by!

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  1. Michele M./ Finch Rest8/30/2014

    JoAnne, you did a fantastic job with that redecoration - I love when a home has a place I can take shoes/boots on and off easily. Well done, ma'am!

    Tell The Boss I am ready for my visit! : - )

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  2. Junkchiccottage8/30/2014

    JoAnne,
    This is just a great new redo. I love all the softness to the space too. Happy Labor Day.
    Kris

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  3. ℳartina @ Northern Nesting8/30/2014

    Great changes JoAnne...I love that pretty nest painting you have on top of the shelf!

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  4. Susan' Hearts and Flowers8/30/2014

    I love what you did with your entry. The colors are wonderful...........a little touch of floral through the pillow was just the right touch.

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  5. cynthia lee designs8/30/2014

    Love how you decorated your entry way...so pretty!
    ~Cindy

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  6. Magali@TheLittleWhiteHouse8/31/2014

    This a pretty and welcoming entryway! I love the vignette you created under your large vintage window. And it's always so nice to have a cat waiting for you!

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  7. podso8/31/2014

    A restful view for your eye from the kitchen. It seems simple and that's the beauty of it. Nicely done!

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  8. Unknown8/31/2014

    i love it and i love that your cat is waiting for us. where did you get the geraniums from? they looked real is some of the pic.

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  9. Julia @ Vintage with Laces9/01/2014

    It looks beautiful and airy, JoAnne! The furniture and accessories are lovely and the colors are so pretty. I always want to just grab Sox and cuddle him :).
    Have a wonderful week!
    Julia

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  10. Preppy Empty Nester9/01/2014

    Just found your blog through Nana Diana. It is great. Love your new entryway. Now I'm going back and reading some of your old posts. Have a great Labor Day! Your newest follower, Katie..

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  11. Moni - Zuhaus at Home9/01/2014

    Love how you decorated your entryway….it makes your guests feel welcomed right away!

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  12. LORY9/01/2014

    Very pretty and welcoming! Love the bits you accessorized with, especially the galvanized buckets and such. Really nice.

    Lory
    Designthusiasm.com

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  13. Unknown9/01/2014

    I've just found your blog and loved it!! I'm now following you :)

    The entryway is fantastic, very welcoming and fresh. Lovely!

    Breathinghominess

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  14. Turquoise and Trine9/01/2014

    I love the bench by your front door and that vintage looking pillow is great! Everything looks so nice and welcoming! The Blog Boss is too cute!!

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  15. Kelly9/01/2014

    That is such a nice and stylish set-up! Everyone needs a place to set coats and handbags when they arrive. I have a large bench in my foyer that becomes a dumping spot for those when guests come over.

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  16. Robin Johnson9/02/2014

    Looks great. It's the perfect thing to add a little interest and function to the hallway. Love how you have it styled too! So pretty.

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  17. Wendy McDonagh-Valentine9/03/2014

    You really did a wonderful job making a small space look so sweet. I love that you used things that you already have. : ) Have a beautiful day!!!

    ~ Wendy
    http://Crickleberrycottage.blogspot.com/

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  18. Susan Freeman9/03/2014

    Very charming!

    Big Texas Hugs,
    Susan and Bentley

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  19. Rosemary and Thyme9/10/2014

    What a beautiful entryway. It is so welcoming and charming. I love it.

    Janet

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  20. Dee9/16/2014

    Oh I love your entryway. It's so warm and cozy and all ready for guests... :)

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