What is shabby chic?  Rachel Ashwell coined the phrase shabby chic.  She has written several books about it and even has many videos online.  Essentially, shabby chic is characterized by heirloom pieces with handcrafted accents and authentic distressing.  Shabby chic decor also encompasses muted or pastel shades that provide a vintage feel.  As Rachel states on her website, shabby chic embraces the beauty of imperfection.  I see shabby chic as a marriage of country farmhouse comfort and romance. It is authentic and unpretentious.  It certainly supports the cottagecore lifestyle with its cozy, inviting style.  I often find beautiful shabby chic items at thrift stores and estate sales.  Here are some of my favorite shabby chic finds. Everything I found was less than $5, with the exception of a frame I purchased for $15.

While I find many things shelter skelter, I hit the cornucopia recently at an estate sale in Salinas, California.  I picked up this large 19 x 26 inch distressed antique French frame for $15.  I am so stoked because I have never been able to afford the ones I found online.  It is now hanging in my bedroom where I can adore it every day.

I found this vintage chenille bedspread for just $3 at Goodwill.  It fits my queen bed perfectly and adds the perfect shabby chic vibe.

A beribboned wicker waste basket found at an estate sale for $5.  So pretty!

Vintage lace crochet gloves for $1.  Just makes me want to put them on and enjoy a nice cup of tea.  I can also pay homage to one of my favorite icons, Ruth Bader Ginsberg, who rocked lace gloves like no other.

Vintage lamp with celluloid lampshade.  So shabby chic, I love it!

A super cool hand-embroidered sewing fancy with pincushion and pocket for notions alongside an old wooden pair of glove stretchers.  Both found at an estate sale for $3.

I found the little stool at a rummage sale for $3.  The chest of drawers I purchased at an estate sale years ago.  I repainted both using Miss Mustard Seed’s milk paint.  Definitely adds a shabby chic vibe!

While this isn’t technically shabby chic, it is definitely vintage and spoke to me.  Eloise Wilkin was a popular children’s book illustrator when I was growing up.  The title certainly reflects my attitude.  I am so grateful and thankful for everything in my life.

I hope you enjoyed seeing my recent finds. Thank you so much for visiting my blog.  You may also enjoy The #1 Guide for What to See and Do in Romantic Carmel and Thrift Store Treasures: How to Find the Best Deals.  Wishing you peace, love, happiness, and beautiful vistas!