Early Spring Cottage: Decorating With Thrifted Finds, Spring DIY Project, & Thrifting Tips

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[@Daisyscottage]

Hi Melissa, I just received your email, and I wanted to comment right away to say Congratulations on the birth of your daughter. I hope you are both doing well and Congratulations to your husband and children as well. 🙏💖. Now I will go watch the video, lol. Have a lovely evening. Peggy

[@hymnsandhome]

Aw thanks so much, Peggy! :-)

[@donnagrifford7142]

Beautifully done. Beautiful home 🏡 💞

[@hymnsandhome]

Thank you so much, Donna!

[@carolyncampbell6149]

Congratulations on the birth of your new baby! Take care and thankyou for a lovely video. ❤

[@hymnsandhome]

Thank you so much, Carolyn!

[@ap85jp87]

Blessings to you and your family with the new addition! You have quite an eye for styling, I always enjoy your videos. Thank you!

[@hymnsandhome]

Thank you so much! That's very kind of you!

[@homedecor6915]

I absolutely love your blue and white dishes in your hutch! Congratulations on the birth of your beautiful baby, hope mama and baby are doing well!!

[@hymnsandhome]

Thank you so much! I can never resist blue and white dishes. :-) And we are both doing well - thank you!

[@annabuskirk5280]

Your home is beautiful and you have such a wonderful calming spirit about you which is very lovely.

[@hymnsandhome]

Aw thank you, Anna!

[@pinkiesmum]

Congratulations on the birth of your little angel! And well done for another lovely video!

[@hymnsandhome]

Aw thank you!

[@karenoshea151]

Hello I wanted to take a minute to tell you how much I enjoyed you are fresh and cozy cottage video I rarely comment on design videos I must say yours had a really lovely to the things that you create so many of your color choices and the natural elements are in line with what I truly love I loved that you added peach roses to your blue and white wear and I must say that your bunny Matt looked very nice over the black and white check Matt as well great job I will now watch your other videos thank you so much for your posting these as I sit here doing my slow stitching it was so uplifting to watch and you by the way are carrying your beautiful new baby God bless all of your family

[@hymnsandhome]

Thank you so much for your incredibly kind comment, Karen! I appreciate your encouragement and am thankful for your support! :-)

[@sunnyday4589]

That bag that you mentioned might be a camera bag was actually a bag for binoculars. My late husband had one exactly like it. If I remember correctly his had a red lining. Excellent idea as usual 💕

[@hymnsandhome]

Ah, of course! I didn't even think of binoculars. Thanks so much! :-)

[@paleblue4659]

Wow! Really pretty! Good work!

[@hymnsandhome]

Thank you so much!

[@cottageofeight]

Congratulations Melissa on baby girl! So happy for you. And as always your home is beautiful!

[@hymnsandhome]

Thank you, sweet friend!

[@hollypichardo8004]

oh my! such beautiful quilts!

[@hymnsandhome]

Thank you, Holly! I was excited to find them! :-)

[@diannahartin8394]

Everything is Beautifully decorated. You are very creative.

[@hymnsandhome]

That's very kind of you, Dianna, thank you!

[@SarahsOctoberHome]

You reminded me that I need to go water plants.🥰🌷

[@hymnsandhome]

Haha, you're welcome! Thanks for watching, friend! :-)

[@pamdavis6604]

Just came across your channel. Love it ❤❤❤Congratulations on the birth of your baby. Sweet blessings, my friend ❤❤❤❤❤

[@hymnsandhome]

Aw thank you! :-)

[@WhiteRabbit83]

Cobgratulations Melissa! Also, I absolutely love when you said thrifting is also about being content with what we have: I think that is the key!

[@hymnsandhome]

Thank you, Alice! :-) That's something I am continually working on - being content!

[@Ginger_Odie]

Congratulations 🎉 ❣️🙏🏼

[@hymnsandhome]

Thank you! :-)

[@audreyshort8852]

Absolutely beautiful.

[@hymnsandhome]

Aw thank you :-)

[@lesliemckinley9615]

Your content is so peaceful. Each video is a treat! I bought a pothos at the grocery as I was inspired by your video. Congratulations on your new blessing! 💐

[@hymnsandhome]

Thank you so much, Leslie! I hope you enjoy your pothos!

[@dawndawn6946]

I love those gallery prints! Your videos are so soothing.🥰

[@hymnsandhome]

Thank you so much, Dawn! :-)

[@MyBlessedNest]

What a lovely home you have! Love the white church pew type bench and the white mirror layered with the bunny picture! Darling! 💗🐰💓🐰💓

[@hymnsandhome]

Thank you so much! :-)

[@guadalupebarrientos7971]

Super cute and great job y love all your ideas congratulations ❤❤❤

[@hymnsandhome]

Thank you so much! :-)

[@donnahawkinsharper8344]

Your home is so lovely and charming. Thank you for sharing your decorating with us. Have a blessed day. 😊❤😊🙏🙏🙏🙏🙏🙏🙏

[@hymnsandhome]

Aw thank you!

[@sharongruener6078]

Lovely home decorating tips. Your home is warm and cozy. Blessings.

[@hymnsandhome]

Thank you so much, Sharon!

[@rhondareece2629]

Your home looks beautiful. Congratulations on your new daughter.

[@hymnsandhome]

Thank you, Rhonda!

[@lillianmcclinton8866]

Just beautiful and elegant.

[@hymnsandhome]

Thank you so much, Lillian!

[@PamWarwick]

Melissa, I just recently found your channel and I’m so glad I did. I really enjoyed this video .

[@hymnsandhome]

Thank you, Pam! And thank you for being here!

[@katherinestobbe5556]

❤ You have a lovely home and awesome flavours to decorate! Love your blue/white plates! And much more….❤

[@hymnsandhome]

Thank you so much!

[@pamelagay3303]

I am 72. And my eyes fixed when I was 52. Now I have 20 20 vision. God Bless.

[@Jennifer35678]

Congratulations, Melissa! Many blessings to your family, your new baby and you. 🙏 Thank you for another inspiring and beautiful video. Your home looks lovely. Take care and look forward to seeing you again soon! ❤😊

[@hymnsandhome]

Thank you so much, Jennifer! :-)

[@raquelkutsch5600]

I agree - I do same - colors and textures of the season.

[@nadiabenhassine8398]

Bonjour ❤ magnifique vidéo pleine de douceur..... Merci pour ce joli partage 🙂

[@hymnsandhome]

Thank you so much! :-)

[@jylfearn4840]

Your content is so pure and peaceful ❤Thank you for sharing the beauty of you and your home 🏡

[@hymnsandhome]

Thank you so much for your kind compliment! :-)

[@KatarinaSophia0795]

You would never believe this but I had the same maternity dress in 1986 when I was pregnant with my first baby. You look beautiful 😍

[@hymnsandhome]

Aw that's fun! This was a thrift store find! And thank you! :-)

[@cindyclark9145]

You and your videos are a gift! So completely enjoy every moment of your time with us! Congratulations on your sweet new baby girl! ❤❤❤

[@hymnsandhome]

Aw thank you for your sweet encouragement, Cindy!

[@cindyclark9145]

@@hymnsandhome you’re welcome. ❤️❤️❤️

[@lilianmerida8215]

Holaaaaaa me alegro que ya tengas en brazos a tu hermosa bebé ❤ muchas felicidades y deseo que ambas estén bien, cuídate mucho; un gran abrazo desde Guatemala. 🎉🎉🎉🎉

[@cookiemonster6401]

Black vintage bag is a binoculars case. Enjoyed your video 💕

[@hymnsandhome]

You're right! I didn't even think of that. Thanks for watching!

[@curban616]

So beautiful! I love the use of the plates! Such a cozy home!

[@hymnsandhome]

Thank you so much! :-)

[@BeatleAnn85]

Congratulations on the new baby!

[@hymnsandhome]

Thank you so much!

[@nspr8cio]

Some good advice for thrifty people.

[@hymnsandhome]

I'm glad you liked it! :-)

[@patriniacopeland6891]

Hi Melissa, everything is just beautiful, and perfect. I am not able to narrow down a favorite, but I just absolutely love all the thrifted items and how you styled them. Just gorgeous!!!!

[@hymnsandhome]

Aw thank you so much, Patrinia! :-)

[@belindahickman7952]

Thanks Melissa for another lovely & relaxing video. I’ve learned a lot from you and I think I’ve seen all your videos now.. you are a great teacher and you truly have a gift for arranging your “treasures” .. your DIYS are so good & attainable for those of us who aren’t especially talented.. Your home is lovely & inviting.. Congratulations on the birth of your new baby and blessings to you and your family.. Belinda from Ky 😌

[@hymnsandhome]

Thank you so much for your sweet comment, Belinda!! :-)

[@shelley_quilts]

Thank you so much for another wonderful video. Your home is absolutely lovely ... I love your taste & the way you decorate with thrifted &/or homemade items.

[@hymnsandhome]

Thank you so much! :-)

[@geavonnashel9185]

L O V E the door mat ! It turned out so cute !

[@hymnsandhome]

Aw thank you! :-)

[@laurasposato8366]

Everything looks beautiful. Love the diy door mat. Blessings on the new baby.

[@hymnsandhome]

Thank you so much, Laura!

[@lorettaholwell557]

Beautiful.

[@hymnsandhome]

Thank you! :-)

[@annamccosker7878]

Really love the "questions" we should ask ourselves when it comes to decorating, thrifting, etc. I have finally seen the pros and cons of this. So many things I shouldn't have bought and/or wasted my time and money on. Now I'm faced with decluttering my home from many unnecessary purchases that had no real purpose or place in my home. Thank you for making it so clear. Your house and decor are breathtaking! I really love your style. Congrats on precious baby... What a blessing from God! 🙏🙂

[@vintagebeliever5023]

Do you think it is because our tastes change? I feel the same way. Yet am thankful I didn't buy at retail price while I did like the item 😊

[@hymnsandhome]

Thank you, Anna! I'm right there with you - I learned the hard way and experienced much guilt over the money I spent on items that were never used and the clutter that accumulated in our home. But all we can do is move forward with a new perspective! Thanks so much for watching! :-)

[@hymnsandhome]

I think our tastes definitely do change and that's okay! I think just making sure you truly love a piece and have a use for it at the time is important before purchasing. :-)

[@cathysolinsky5193]

Hi Melissa, just discovered your channel and I love it. So happy for you and your family with a new baby. Know you are busy but could you please tell us where to find a print of the bunny. I love that picture and have been looking for one like that for a long time. God bless you and family and try to get some rest! Re

[@hymnsandhome]

Thank you so much, Cathy and welcome to the channel! I found the digital download of the bunny on Etsy - it's linked in the video information under "items featured in this video." It was reasonably priced - maybe $3 and I printed at home. Hope that helps!

[@cathysolinsky5193]

Melissa, sorry I didn't answer sooner, busy weekend. Thank you so much for the information and for the quick response. Hope all is going well with that beautiful baby. Thanks again.

[@Sarah_Kilmer]

Melissa, congratulations on the birth of your daughter! I’ve been praying for you. I hope you’re all doing well 😊

[@hymnsandhome]

Aw thank you, Sarah! I appreciate your prayers!

[@Sarah_Kilmer]

@@hymnsandhome you’re welcome! It was my pleasure ☺️

[@0JReynolds]

So happy to get this lovely video. It kept me company as I worked on the sauce for my lasagna I plan to make for dinner. My back is killing me just cooking this. Severe osteoporosis on your lower back is no fun. Everything is beautifully decorated. Wishing you well with your new baby coming. Take care ~ Janet 😘

[@hymnsandhome]

Thank you so much, Janet! I'm sorry to hear about your back - I hope you were able to enjoy the fruits of your labor for dinner!

[@leslieW5177]

Just lovely…thank you. Blessings to you and your new baby. 😊❤️🙏

[@hymnsandhome]

Thank you, Leslie! :-)

[@donnarakitzis2719]

Congratulations and God bless you and your baby daughter. Your home is wonderful. I love how you share your decorating and styling tips.

[@hymnsandhome]

Thank you so much, Donna!

[@kristiecox7350]

Man, you’ve got some great quilts

[@hymnsandhome]

Thank you! 🙂

[@sharenp3839]

Another beautiful video. Blessings on your new addition ❤️

[@hymnsandhome]

Thank you, Sharen!

[@josettedarphin1882]

Merci pour cette vidéo jolie décoration💗💗💗

[@hymnsandhome]

Thank you! :-)

[@bettyscholl5053]

I'm so glad I found your channel! I really like the channel title you choose! You decorate so beautiful! ❤️

[@hymnsandhome]

Thank you, Betty! :-) I'm a church musician so it's part of who I am!

[@ginamalone6632]

I so enjoy your videos. Wonderful tips and ideas for decorating and thrifting. Congratulations on the new little one!

[@hymnsandhome]

Aw thank you, Gina! :-)

[@morp3022]

Hi Melissa, It is Wonderful seeing you, and another Amazing video from You as well. Thank You So Much for Always sharing, inspiring, and encouraging So Many of us. Melissa, Your home Is Beautiful, and the Spring touches that You added, are Lovely. Please take care, and continued Blessings to You, Your Family, and to Your soon to arrive, newest Family member as well. 🙏🏾 Thank You again Melissa. Lord willing, until next time. 😊 Love In Christ, Paula

[@hymnsandhome]

Thank you so very much, Paula! I always appreciate your kind encouragement! :-)

[@morp3022]

@@hymnsandhome you're welcome, and Thank You also. Melissa, I Truly Appreciate You, and All that You do. You Truly Inspire me. Thank You again Sweetheart. 🥰

[@milliejane6749]

I have that exact wooden piece. I placed a life Hoya plant in it and placed fairy lights @ it. In the evening I turn on the lights and it looks very pretty

[@hymnsandhome]

Thanks for the idea! :-)

[@annaizak8639]

I love your channel. Nice and relaxing. Your house is beautiful even it’s frugal. It’s your huge success!

[@hymnsandhome]

Thank you so very much, Anna!

[@heidihomsher6743]

Very peaceful and lovely video! Thanks for sharing.

[@hymnsandhome]

Many thanks!

[@57800boby]

Merci beaucoup pour ce beau partage.

[@hymnsandhome]

:-)

[@jaynebahler9696]

Absolutely beautiful !

[@hymnsandhome]

Thank you so much!

[@elli8729]

Its so lovely❤❤❤❤,lg from Germany

[@hymnsandhome]

Thank you so much! I visited Germany in high school for a short term exchange program and loved my time there! :-)

[@baterfay]

Είσαι πρόσφατη ανακάλυψη...κ χαίρομαι για αυτό ..😊 υπέροχες δημιουργίες κ διακοσμήσεις ❤❤❤

[@marcellabrisboy7915]

I am new to your channel and am absolutely in love with your you have decorated your home. A year ago I bought a 107 year old farm house and I have been struggling to bring the farm charm into my home. I love what you did with your walls with the wall paper. Could you please tell me more about it.

[@hymnsandhome]

Thank you so much! How neat to have such a piece of history with a 107 year old farmhouse! Our entryway has peel and stick wallpaper and my husband built the trim. You can find all the details of how he built it, the wallpaper, the color, etc. in the blog post linked below. Thanks for watching! :-) hymnsandhome.com/2023/10/21/cottage-style-entryway-makeover-a-before-and-after-story/

[@rimasmith4085]

❤beautiful

[@monicacasella3812]

Felicidades familia ..muy bello video desde 🇺🇾 saludos ❤

[@hymnsandhome]

Muchas gracias!

[@PascaleDeMelo]

Très bonne vidéo. Je retiens quelques décoration que je vais essayer chez moi. Merci 🎉

[@heavenleigh3320]

I love your home

[@hymnsandhome]

Aw thanks!

[@justysiakowa]

Loved it ❤

[@hymnsandhome]

Thank you so much!

[@melaniegunzel782]

Hi this little black bag is a binocular bag. I own a similar one with binoculars in it

[@hymnsandhome]

You're right! I'd never thought of it until people pointed it out on here!

[@lililaleltend8208]

Благодарю ❤🌹

[@lizannestinson1765]

The bag is a binocular bag

[@sunnytorres7832]

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[@magdakastaragaki3487]

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[@elenaschellenberg6074]

👍🌸🙏

[@jennifermharvey9882]

Binoculars bag ?

[@hymnsandhome]

I think you're right! :-)

[@susanstage9279]

Binocular tote.

[@hymnsandhome]

🙂

[@lindasmith5190]

Beautiful.

[@hymnsandhome]

Thank you!