My daughter-in-law, Colleen, and I are slightly obsessed with things you can make out of pallets. I look at sites, pin things to Pinterest, oogle and swoon, but don’t seem to get around to ever doing anything about it.
So how surprised and excited was I when my son, Jake, and Colleen presented me with this beautiful handmade pallet wine rack for my birthday?!
I found a cozy little corner of the dining room to hang it and just love it.
And if that wasn’t enough, I got a text from Jake the other day asking if I would like this pallet table he made for Colleen’s cookie exchange party (remember that amazing post?!).
Uh – let me think about it….. YES!!!
So I found a home for it in another corner of the dining room. I love that it gives me more room to display some fun collectibles and special antiques.
Our dining room is one of my favorite rooms. (Charlie doesn’t mind hanging out there too when I’m nearby.)
Many a holiday meal have been eaten here. Countless party games have been played around this table. Innumerable stories shared, gifts opened, wine drank, laughter echoed.
There are actually very few things we have purchased ourselves in this room, but many things that we have been gifted with, that are handmade, that have been passed down, and that are very special to me.
This cow creamer has a long history in hubby’s family with many happy and humorous memories. (and I know my boys will never forget the year I filled it with questions on pieces of paper for “conversation starters” at the Thanksgiving table – I’ll never live that one down!)
Colleen knew just how to “butter me up” with this knife and butter dish!
And I was so honored to receive this family heirloom cutter this past Christmas when I mentioned to Aunt Gwen that I would adore having something from my paternal Grandmother’s home.
A very prized possession is this handmade heirloom Noah’s Ark set passed down to me from my sweet cousin, Joyce, and my dear Oh Rob.
It sits atop the most beautiful “china closet” that was an old beat up, painted, book case hubby resurrected from a run-down barn that we had refinished and filled with hand-me-down Pfaltzgraff stoneware – also from Joyce and Rob – and full of happy memories.
And as if they haven’t shared and given us enough, they continue to give and grow our collection, with this new pair of deer in honor of hubby’s big buck this year.
And in memory of our sweet Mikey last year.
Another miniature Noah’s Ark set was made by Great Uncle Carl and sits on a “dry sink” made by him too! (The only thing missing is one of the sheep, which Charlie enjoyed during his early days in his new home with us.)
Two different antique sewing machines sit in corners of this room,
and a very cherished treasure box sits on the trundle of one.
My BFF, Jill, gifted me with this beautiful memory box for my birthday this year.
We have shared so many memories in this home for the past 15 years, as well as our home before this one.
And I know we will cherish many more in the years to come – no matter where the brick and mortar takes us.
Because, as you can see, my home is not filled with extravagant, expensive, fancy furniture and decorations, but it is overflowing with cherished gifts and wonderful memories.
The thing I love most about this room – and my entire home – is the people I share it with.
Cherish the moments.
Cheers & Hugs,
Jodi
What a beautiful idea for using a palette…yes, I pinned. 😀
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Yay!
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So many connections and memories in this room! Thanks for sharing. (K)
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Sure is – thanks Kerfe!
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I love your taste! What a great pallet made wine rack… I’m going to challenge my husband! I love the pallet cookie table too! And the Noah’s Ark heirloom! And…
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Thanks Sadie! Let me know how hubby’s challenge works out! 🙂
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Lol! Will do 😉
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You are so blessed with such a beautiful home and memories! Love the way the home looks! ❤️
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Thanks so much, John. The thing I love most about my home is who I share it with – family and friends! 🙂
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What a lovely and inviting room. I bet it feels wonderful to stand in the doorway and just remember all the fun!
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Thanks Cathe! It really does evoke such wonderful memories. 🙂
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Love love love love
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thank you thank you thank you thank you 🙂
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Happy Birthday Jodi! Your room is full of so many special pieces, the Noah’s ark is simply incredible! I’ve never seen anything like that! I love how much you enjoy and treasure your family things and memories, and now you have the two gorgeous and creative pallet pieces made by your son and DIL to join your collection!
Jenna
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Thanks Jenna! It is very special to me. 🙂 I am glad you enjoyed!
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Ok, I am in love with your dining room! I cannot possibly go over each and every amazing and special thing in there! wow, dream for me!! I love the antiques, the special things people have given you, your new Pallete wine rack! For me these treasure are priceless! This is a lovely post in every way!! xxx
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Awh! Thanks Lynn! I feel the same way. Glad you enjoyed! Some might think of it all as junk – but not me! 🙂
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No way it looks amazing! I just got the card, I love it thanks so much!! xxx
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What a treasure trove you have Jodi…all so special and amazing! I’d love the wine rack 🍷xXx
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Thanks Frances – I have some good wine in there too! hehe! 🙂
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What beautiful pieces. Thanks for sharing such special family pieces. Love the Noah’s Arks!!! – can’t believe Charlie got one of the sheep. 😬
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Thanks Ruth! Charlie ate the “mutton” when he was only here a few days or maybe a week, and I left him home and loose alone. He didn’t know his boundaries yet. It is ok – makes for a funny story. No use crying over spilled milk or doggie-chewed “stuff” – right?! 🙂
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Oh Jodi! What wonderful cherished things! I would love them too if I were you. I especially love Noah’s Ark, but actually, I love it all! Colleen and Jake’s wine case is adorable!
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Thanks PJ – stuff is only “stuff” without the meaning and memories – eh? 🙂
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That’s right! Stuff with meaning and memories is so much more cherishable!
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What makes “things” special are the people who give them to us, and the memories they hold. And your dining room holds a lot of love, doesn’t it? Great post, as usual! (Plus I love how Charlie worked himself into one of the photos!)
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so true, Ann. do you have special things like this too? charlie is never far from me – lol!
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Oh, yes, probably more than I should! But even a minimalist like me can’t part with my “memory items.” They are special and I will always keep them. One of my favorites is a campaign poster from 1921 for my great grandfather’s campaign for city councilmen. He lost the election, but I keep the framed poster hanging on my wall!
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That is awesome!
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Dear Jodi, thanks for a peek into your lovely world. The pallet wine rack and table are awesome.
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Thanks Sharon – Jake did an awesome job on them!
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Love the room, and all your treasures.
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Thanks Deborah! Treasures indeed 🙂
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Such heartwarming treasures and memories, Jodi! I can just feel the warmth in your dining room, dear one. Your china closet is a beautiful piece. My favorite antique treasures always come with great stories. Thank you for sharing these wonderful stories with us! ♡
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Thanks Dawn. It has always been more important to me for people to feel that warmth and feel welcomed than for it to be perfectly clean 🙂 (At least that is my excuse – hahaha!)
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Love your way of thinking!! 🙂
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My mom was a clean freak – and it is my way of not feeling like a failure for not being so! haha!
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Wonderful ideas for a palette! Wow, so beautiful! :)))
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There are so many things you can make from them if you like the rustic look 🙂
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Wow! Your home is nicer than any antique store I’ve ever visited! My MIL and I would have had so much fun admiring all your things. She and FIL were huge antique fans. Thanks for sharing your treasures with us!
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What a sweet thing to say Teresa! Thanks!
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Love the cow butter dish!
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Love love love.
Sent from my iPhone Pam
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and I love, love, love you! Come visit soon! Need you playing games and drinking wine with me here! ❤ xo
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Beautiful post, home filled with wonderful memories and wonderful family. I enjoyed the photos very much, thank you. 🙂
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Thanks Spear! Hope you are doing well.
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Today is good, thank you! 🙂
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glad to hear buddy!
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Lovely post! Loved your beautiful collection. They sure are a treasure and much more than any extravagant decor 🙂
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Thanks Freda!
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❤️
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What a great post Jodi and such interesting and meaningful pieces. I don’t know which one I like best, they are all so unique…kinda like you..:)
Very cool.
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Awh! Thanks George! I’m really not all that unique – but I’ll take the sweet compliment from such a kind soul! 🙂
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I absolutely LOVE your dining room and all the treasures! Thank you so much for sharing them with us. 🙂
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Thanks for the love! 🙂
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Oh my gosh…you have the coolest things ever now!! I’m jealous!! Lol Awesome Jodi! ❤️😃
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Oh Charlie O – cool? probably not…. but thanks! 🙂
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Well cool to me anyway! I want that table!!!! Hehe😊
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I am very touched by your post, Jodi! You made me laugh (the missing sheep), smile (the butter knife), cry (the kitchen treasure from your grandma), and feel blessed (to know you!) 💖💕 Your home is filled with love! 😍
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Awh! What a sweet sweet comment. thanks Jill!
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What wonderful treasures and memories you’ve been given and have collected over the years! You are truly blessed Jodi! XOXO
Linda~
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I am 🙂 Thanks so much! Cherishing the moments and memories 🙂
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Such a warm and welcoming room, Jodi. The Noah’s ark is just wonderful ~ I love it!
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Thanks so much Carol!
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Wonderful. A real treasure trove and beautiful home.
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Thank you! 🙂
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such beauties, adorable and rustic.
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Thanks so much! It is one of my “happy places” 🙂
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