The goose
and the pig
have nothing to do with the bit of blue
other than the fact that they arrived on the same day I was painting my bench blue.
The goose and pig are an example of being caught in the World Wide Web where our preferences are known and advertisements pop up on my side bar luring me to specific websites.
I found the Christmas goose and Advent pig on the Maileg USA website for half off with free shipping - they sure know how to get to me!
I know he's an Advent pig, but he is just too cute and some Instagram friends have tagged me recently to show off a little "farmhouse" decor.
The entry is still in the development stage after moving the red cart to the living room - it took up too much space in our little entry.
I think Mr. Pig looks cute sitting on the cabinet.
The little green step stool fits beneath the window and it doesn't take up nearly the space of the cart.
And now to that bit of blue.
In my last post, I showed you my major fail when repainting my old bench from a bright yellow to what I thought would be a light yellow - yuck!
Yesterday I painted the bench with an undercoat of mint green mixed with Saltwash.
For the top coat I used remnants of the paint used for our house trim
and I love how the mint green peeks through after sanding.
A lot of people suggested that I paint the bench the original yellow, but I am loving this blue bench on the porch.
Miss Goose looks quite cute sitting on the bench, but she is hiding in a cupboard and won't come out again until December.
Have a great weekend!
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The swan and pig are so cute. I love getting things on sale and free shipping is really great. Funny, even with free shipping sometimes it is cheaper buying online than in my own neighborhood.
ReplyDeleteIt turned out great!!!
ReplyDeleteYAY for the free shipping!
Thanks so much for stopping by!!
ReplyDeleteLove the swan and pig!!
Hugs,
Deb
I LOVE THAT GOOSE and the pig! You can put a wreath around both their necks for the holidays! You can but a flowered wreath on their heads for spring, goodness, you can do a lot with these two! Darling. Just darling.
ReplyDeleteI 'love' how your bench turned out. It goes so well with your colors and style. Your goose and pig are cute as can be and also add some more whimsy to your home.
ReplyDeleteHave a nice day and a great weekend ~ FlowerLady
Half off and free shipping is my love language!
ReplyDeleteI don't blame you, plus you have new treasures!
Win-win!
Happy Thoughts of Home!
Laura
White Spray Paint
Yes, those darn ads know how to hook and bait us! Cute things and I have never heard of an advent pig.
ReplyDeleteIt's fun to shop online and I LOVE free shipping! I think I'll go look for that goose! heehee! Hugs!
ReplyDeleteHi Carol, your bench re-do turned out great and I love, love, love that skinny red pig. He is adorable.
ReplyDeleteHave a wonderful weekend.
Connie :)
Hi Carol, ooh yes, I love, love the bench painted in the blue! The saltwash adds such a nice finish and looks great with your home. Your new goose and pig are adorable! Happy weekend!
ReplyDeleteThe bench is perfect in blue and that red pig...love!!!
ReplyDeleteI remember the bench! I love how it looks now♥ The colour is so beautiful ♥
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So fun! I love that pig...your whole post makes me smile! Happy weekend!
ReplyDeleteI think your bench is perfect along with all your sweet treasures. That pig is absolutely adorable. Love how it pops on your gorgeous white cabinet.
ReplyDeleteLove the blue bench! The goose and pig are so cute. Why is the goose hiding in the cupboard until December?
ReplyDeleteCute!! That pig is adorable. :)
ReplyDeleteThese are just the cheeriest farm style pictures! Love that cart!
ReplyDeleteLove the bench in the blue and sea wash. The blue matches your trim. Looks great Carol. Love love love that cute piggie. He is just too adorable. Glad you snatched him up. Half price and free shipping makes him even cuter. Have a great week end.
ReplyDeleteHugs,
Kris
That blue is fabulous and I love the goose and pig. So cute!!!
ReplyDeleteIt's always charming around your cozy cottage! Love your new touches and agree that some "Christmas" items are meant to be enjoyed all year!
ReplyDeleteCarol the blue looks Absolutely fabulous and the pig and goose whimsical - love and admire your cottage and your heart that knows how to play.
ReplyDeletexoxo,
Vera
The goose and the pig are so you Carol! They have found the perfect home. :) Love how the bench turned out. I forgot where you said your ordered the salt wash paint. I'd like to try it.
ReplyDeletehugs,
Jann
Carol, love the bench in its new blue color. The pig and swan are too cute! Happy weekend, Pam @ Everyday Living
ReplyDeleteI like the blue on the bench. The goose is just darling sitting there in the corner, Great finds.
ReplyDeleteI love the bench in blue and the goose is adorable! I had never heard of an Advent pig, but he looks so nice!
ReplyDeleteYour bench looks fabulous in blue. It is the perfect color and texture for your sweet cottage by the sea! I have a project going with saltwash...I just need to sand but I am terrified of ruining it! I went to the site where you got your cute pig and goose and there are no more to be found. I just love that red pig!
ReplyDeleteAll the lovely colors really perk up your ocean cottage. That white tall cabinet is so lovely. I wonder if you will show more of it?
ReplyDeleteJust lovely...
ReplyDeleteTitti
It is amazing what an artist can do with simple things! I love it!
ReplyDeleteLove the blue bench! It goes so nicely with your house. And the goose and pig are just too cute!
ReplyDeleteThe little pig is adorbale and I love him sitting on your cupboard. I can't wait to see Mr. goose when the holidays roll around. Love your style!
ReplyDeleteThey're so lovely, the swan and the Mr.pig! Such adorable things!
ReplyDeleteTruly happy additions of whimsy! I hope you have a wonderful week!
ReplyDeleteCarol, What a handy pig, holding the towel for you. :):) I absolutely love the bench sooooo much better being blue. But hey now you know you can make it any color. You are a crafty girl. Blessings, xoxo, Susie
ReplyDeleteThe only thing better than half off is free...love the pig and clever way to use it. I also like the bench better blue. It all looks great
ReplyDeleteCan you ever go wrong with some yellow? Nope!!! Love it all.
ReplyDeleteI'm totally envious of your Maileg pig Carol and what a bargain too. Your goose is adorable as well and I love the new paint job. It adds such a cheery pop of colour!
ReplyDeleteThanks for linking up at Shabbilicious Friday this week. I'm delighted to be featuring this post at tomorrow's party and pinning too.
Hugs ~ Kerryanne
The goose and pig are really cute additions. The goose is hiding until next December but she just needs a new scarf for each month. LOL And the pig is cute on the counter.
ReplyDeleteI like the blue / mint bench. You can always go back to yellow when you get tired of the blue.