Seaside Kitchens Tour

Seaside Kitchens Tour was this weekend and I had the great pleasure of designing of one of the homes.

Simple holiday decor in a barn - eucalyptus and fairy lights I Finding Silver Pennies

I’ve always dreamed of a big, old barn.

You know, one with lots of character and charm. One that would be perfect for a big party!

Well, we don’t have barn but the next best thing is getting to decorate one. Scituate Education Foundation just hosted it’s fundraiser Seaside Kitchens Tour on Sunday. I had the great honor of decorating one of 5 homes on the tour. On Sunday morning guests found out the surprise location of the 5 homes, each home was decorated in unique ways for the holidays and also had artisans and food.

Scituate Education Foundation benefits the Scituate community by funding innovative educational programs for all ages. It is a great cause and so wonderful to see so many people with so many talents come together to support it and our town.

Seaside Kitchens Tour Benefiting Scituate Education Foundation

I know many of you who read the blog are spread all over the country and dotted around the globe. I thought it would be fun to give you a look at how I decorated the barn and porch.

This is what we started with. The before.

The Barn Before I Finding Silver Pennies

We hung burlap in the corner to block off the fridge and additional storage.

Getting the Barn Ready for the Seaside Kitchens Tour in Scituate I Finding Silver Pennies

This beautiful barn is located on First Parish Road in Scituate’s West End. It truly was a dream for me to turn this space into a whimsical gathering spot. The barn itself had so much charm from the old wood to the barrels and antiques that the home owner collected. I used a lot of items I found in the barn, like this chippy door.

Simple wreath of magnolia leaves and pinecones on a chippy door I Finding Silver Pennies

The perfect spot for a Magnolia and pinecone wreath.

This vintage tin was perfect! Don’t you just love the color?

Simple Vignette - vintage tin, eucalyptus I Finding Silver Pennies
Image by Katina Bentley

It was my desire to play up Veteran’s Day and Americana.

Classic Americana in New England I Finding Silver Pennies
Image by Katina Bentley

The home owner has this gorgeous flag hanging in the barn door and it’s just perfect.

Simple and easy decor - a giant flag for instant Americana I Finding Silver Pennies

We used lots of fresh pumpkins and hay bales on the outside.

Simple outdoor decor for fall - Seaside Kitchens Tour I Finding Silver Pennies

The Galley food truck was on location serving up a delicious food.

Galley Food Truck at Seaside Kitchens Tour I Finding Silver Pennies
Image by Katina Bentley

The first time I visited the barn I envisioned lots and lots of eucalpytus and twinkling white lights.

This is how it came out:

Entertaining in a barn - twinkling lights and fresh eucalyptus

Tiny fairy lights dot the table with an american flag bunting.

Simple Decor - fresh greenery, american flag bunting and fairy lights I Finding Silver Pennies
Image by Katina Bentley

Inside the barn was live music by The Doc Ellis Duo & Matt Chase.

 Chrysalis selling their merchandise.

Seaside Kitchens Tour - Inside the Barn I Finding Silver Pennies
Image by Katina Bentley

In addition to the barn, I also decorated the back porch.

Front Porch Pies and Chippy Decor I Finding Silver Pennies

Again, Americana and seaside was the theme.

You guys, might recognize some of the elements in this space as they’re from my home – the chippy table, the white table and chairs and the little sailboat (Matthew Mead gave me).

Simple Coastal Decor in a back porch I Finding Silver Pennies

Front Porch Pie Company served pies and took orders for the holidays. The idea was a space to showcase their delicious pies.

Back Porch for the Seaside Kitchens Tour I Finding Silver Pennies

Bella Luna Scarves shared this area on the porch with them.

The event was a great success. So many people came out to tour, to eat and to enjoy a day in our seaside town. I hope this gave you some fun ideas for your spaces for the holidays.

Here’s one more shot at the event:

Fresh Greenery, a Giant Flag and twinkling lights I Finding Silver Pennies
Image by Katina Bentley

 

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Calypso in the Country

You did a beautiful job! What a great space to work with and you were able to turn it into something magical!
Shelley

Jessie
Jessie
6 years ago

You did a beautiful job! I really enjoyed the tour and have major barn envy;)

Christine
6 years ago

What a beautiful job, Danielle! So much fun to see! Thanks for sharing :).

Christine
Christine
6 years ago

Looks like a fun, creative and yummy time!
New England at it’s best!
Congratulations on the job well done.