The Cottage And Crown

10/17/2026

I just posted these on FB Marketplace if anyone is interested they are hand blown Hurricane candle covers that were made specifically to go over candle stands that sit in the governors mansion in Williamsburg, Virginia. The original hurricane lanterns never survived back in the day so this company makes them and they can get pretty pricey. They are 18 inches tall 6 inches in diameter at the top and the bottom and they have a rolled glass on the bottom they are made by a company called Royal Leerdam of Holland . They are CW 10 shades . They would make very cool covers for candles in planters or on a table and it’s hard to find pairs of them in this kind of condition. Won’t even still has the label on it from the company. I’m selling the pair for $299 if anyone’s interested. these are very large substantial glass pieces that are hand blown.they sell for as much as $400 on EBay

10/17/2026

The spot in the middle was the clean part of the wood where something apparently always sat- I removed years of dirt and grime and then resealed the table. The lady in the antique shop said she wanted me to be aware of the blemish in the middle….😆 I thought I was gonna have to sand the whole table which would’ve been a problem because I didn’t want to remove all the old scratches and patina, turns out I just had to use some crud cutter and just clean it off - 🤯 lol it’s a good lesson to always just try to clean your furniture item before you do anything else to it.

10/17/2026

Just finished sealing this beauty -I adore this old pine table with its rich worn patina🥰 I literally uncovered it in a local antique shop and had to clean years of grime off of it without removing the old worn spots and scratches 🤣But wow! It’s an amazing piece!

10/14/2026

10/14/2026

Sorry these have sold as of 10-14-26

Another way to use corbels 😍 perfect little window desk,put it up high or over a door and it’s a shelf!

10/14/2026

✨ BEHIND THE MAKEOVER: WHERE VINTAGE MEETS A LITTLE AI MAGIC ✨

One of my favorite parts of refurbishing vintage and secondhand furniture is imagining what a piece could become. Sometimes I see the finished vision long before I ever begin the work. The trick is figuring out how to bring that vision to life!

Take these carved chairs, for example. Beautiful details, gorgeous lines, but I knew I wanted to give them an entirely different personality.

I found this incredible brindle cowhide and started thinking about how I could use the natural variations in color to create a two-tone look, with the darker hide on top and the lighter portion on the seat. Then came the next big question…

What should I do with the wood? 🪑

Keep the original finish? Go bold with black? Or choose a rich, dark chocolate brown?

This is where my creative process gets a little interesting. I use AI as a design partner to help me visualize ideas before committing to them in real life.

Here’s how we work together:

🎨 I bring the vision. I choose the piece, source the materials, study the details, and decide what I want to achieve.

📸 I share my inspiration. I upload photos of the actual furniture, the fabric or cowhide I’ve found, and the look I’m trying to create.

💡 We explore the possibilities. I explain my ideas, work through the details, and use AI to visualize different finishes, colors, and design combinations.

🛠️ Then the real work begins. I make the final decisions, get my hands dirty, and turn the vision into something real.

The best part? I can compare possibilities before investing time and money in a finish I might not love. And sometimes, seeing an idea come to life on screen sparks an entirely NEW idea I hadn’t considered!

AI doesn’t replace the eye for design, the thrill of finding a special piece, or the satisfaction of restoring something with character. It simply gives creativity another way to work.

I’m a firm believer that old things deserve a second look, a little imagination, and sometimes a completely unexpected new life.

Vintage furniture has a story. I just like helping it write its next chapter. 🤎

What would YOU choose for these chairs: BLACK TRIM 🖤 or DARK CHOCOLATE BROWN 🤎?

Tell me in the comments! I’m curious to see which direction you’d go.

As always post the finished chairs once it’s done❤️ I have 2 matching chairs in this creation

10/14/2026

Went on a little 45 min road trip to Blairsville Ga to pick up my next reupholstery  project it’s so different taking drives in the north Georgia mountains vs Florida traffic 😆🥰 I don’t even mind making a trip nowadays! I enjoyed my morning and met nice people!

10/12/2026

Sorry this item has sold - if your interest in something similar reach out to us!
I named this one “Rip” because I think he’d choose this seat by any fire. Make that Bourbon and relax! Your statement piece is here & Ready for pick up . $875 cash only- no delivery local pick up in Ellijay area . Pm to see it in person!

10/04/2026

Live in Ellijay or visiting? You can Pick up Our Old 5 Candle Pies at Sweet T’s Vintage Market! At: 547 Maddox Dr, Ellijay, GA 30540 stop in and browse this cute little shop ! Antiques vintage items and more!

09/26/2026

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