Phase 2 of The House Behind The Trees ~ The downstairs #TeelsBuildaHouse

So we are starting the downstairs ... I HATE to say basement because we had a basement in our old home, where you opened a door and went down stairs separated from anything else. It was a finished basement complete with a bedroom, craft room, family/game room and we spent a lot of time there ~ our oldest son moved down there in jr high and stayed through high school ... until we finished the master suite in the attic then he moved back up to the bedroom floor with his brother and sister.  So here our downstairs is open to the rest of the house, you can see through to the outside from the top of the stairs going down because we have a wall of windows down there as well.  We really didn't plan to have a kiddo down there but since we are having to do a switch-a-roo with rooms (I'll explain later) he is moving home soon and will be downstairs. Anyhoo, our downstairs will house our main family room, our middle sons room, a full bath and kitchenette.  I thought it would be fun ...

My 2015 July 4th All American RED WHITE & BLUE Picks from Pottery Barn for decorating, dining, eating, crafting and of course Fireworking!


Stripe Dhurrie Table Throw ~ Our handwoven throw adds a rich, warm texture to the table, and its vivid stripes create a fun, welcoming foundation for a centerpiece or serveware.


4th of July Plates ~ For a star-spangled Fourth of July celebration kids will love, set the table with our flag-inspired, shaped plates.



USA Shelf ~ Teach kids the shape of the continental United States with this clever shelf. It adds dimension to their walls and offers ample display opportunities.


Fourth of July Burlap Window Box Swag ~ Drape your windows or patio in red, white and blue for a festive and colorful celebration.


American Flag Tablecloth ~ Line your 4th of July feast along the festive stripes of our true-blue tablecloth. It’s a fun accent to outdoor picnics, or to any meal wanting a spark of patriotism.


American Flag Table Runner ~ A bright backdrop to lively summer gatherings, this all-American runner is proudly printed with crisp stars and rich red stripes.


Planked USA Panels ~ Its impressive scale makes this unique art piece the focal point of a wall. Four sections of distressed, painted pine planks form a whitewashed representation of the USA. Crafted completely by hand, no two are exactly the same.

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