by Sara Jo Floyd | Jan 5, 2016 | Art and Design, Farm Life, History, Renovation
Happy new year! If you guessed that we were talking about Bryarton Farm in our title…You are right! Our little farmhouse just turned 123 years old and we are working hard to bring her back to her former glory. (more…)
by Sara Jo Floyd | Nov 8, 2015 | Art and Design, Farm Life, History, Renovation
Are you living in survival mode? We are often asked, “Why did you move from your beautiful “finished” Victorian home in the city to a shabby little fixer-upper farmhouse in the country?” The answer to that question may surprise you: with Bryarton Farm we broke out of survival mode and started living our dream. (more…)
by Sara Jo Floyd | Sep 10, 2015 | History, Renovation
All summer we have been trying to figure out the best way to repair all of the damage to our neglected farmhouse and barn. We have so many things, including the kitchen, that need to be addressed on such a small budget. However, we are currently spending all of our time and money addressing issues that were hidden behind vinyl and aluminum.
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by Sara Jo Floyd | Jun 10, 2015 | Art and Design, Farm Life, History, Renovation
Then
It is hard to believe that it has only been a year since our little family set out on a new adventure together. (more…)
by Sara Jo Floyd | Apr 22, 2015 | Art and Design, History
What started out as a simple way of life has become a beloved and timeless decorating style that is both functional and beautiful. Vintage Farmhouse Style has many elements, but we will talk about 10 of my favorite ways you can add it to your home. (more…)
by Sara Jo Floyd | Mar 17, 2015 | History
We were so excited to learn soon after we moved to Kansas that Amelia Earhart’s birthplace is only a few hours from us. Michael and I are drawn to historic homes and get a sort of high visiting beautiful architectural landmarks. So a few months ago we made a little trip to see this gorgeous example of Gothic Revival and Italianate design. (more…)