Today I’m (finally) sharing my new-to-me antique farmhouse table! It is now in it’s new home in our breakfast room/kitchen dining area and I couldn’t be happier! I received the table a few months back, but I was waiting until I had found chairs to do the final reveal.
I think I’ve shared with you all before that I’d been really wanting a new table and chairs in our breakfast area – the kitchen table where we eat most of our meals. The set that I’ve had for about 14 years was just that – a set. Though I loved it at the time, I would never buy a matching set now. In addition, it was falling apart. The set was pretty dinged up and because it wasn’t solid wood, but a mix of veneers and MDF, it made it impossible to simply refinish it and make it right. While I love patina and chippy-ness, it has to be the right kind, you know?! And to top if off, it had ambered over time and was looking less brown and a whole lot more yellow/orange!
So starting about last fall, I set about looking for an antique farmhouse table, preferably made from old barnwood. Something that is not easy to come by! Though I’m an antique lover, antique tables tend to be odd sizes for today’s lifestyle. But I also knew I didn’t want a reproduction. I wanted it to be made from actual “old wood.” And then I found my dream table!
It’s from a store I’ve visited in Northern California several times called Elsie Green. You guys, this store is a dream!! It is a vintage French home goods store, and it just presses all my bells and whistles! Every time I’ve gone I’ve felt like I could literally buy everything in the store! They sell all my favorites: ironstone, vintage bread boards, French kitchen items, dough bowls, linens, and textiles. And now, furniture. One of their furniture items is a farmhouse table made from antique fir salvaged from old buildings. I knew the minute I saw it that it would be the perfect choice for our breakfast area!
And after searching for antique chairs, I eventually chose a simple French bistro-style chair. I love the classic style, and because this is the kitchen and we eat three meals a day here, we thought the wear and tear might be too much on an antique chair. I’m thinking I may eventually add some wicker chairs to each end, but for now I’m happy!
*UPDATE: I have a whole post on how I chose the chairs I did! You can see that post here.
I’m in love with this table! Not only is it made from old wood, but it’s made here, and it’s made to order, so I got to choose the exact size that worked for me. Our former set was actually a little too large, so I used this chance to make something a little more appropriate for the space. You can also order it extending or stationary, so that’s a plus as well. Basically you get an antique table, but one that’s made to your specifications. It’s the best of both worlds!
I love the knots, dents, and scratches. The farmhouse table comes in two finishes, smooth or rustic, and I chose the rustic. I didn’t want them to sand down all the imperfections – I love that part of it!
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I really can’t say enough about the store, and all the staff who work there. It’s owned by a sweet and talented couple who travel to France several times a year and come home with a shipping container’s worth of merchandise. And everyone who works for them is so helpful. If you live anywhere near there and can make a visit, I highly encourage you to do so! They have two locations now (the last time I went they only had one) so you know what I’ll be doing next time I’m up north! They also have a very large stock on-line and will ship anywhere in the United States. You can find their website here, and they also sell on Etsy here.
Sheila
xo
*This post was sponsored by Elsie Green but as always, all opinions are my own*
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Tracie says
How lovely! It looks like the table and chairs you chose have “always been there,” they look so naturally perfect in your home. I think that is the best thing , if it just looks like it has “belonged.”. I love the style of decorating you are doing, and the feeling of it is so calm and restful.
Sheila says
What a wonderful compliment Tracie! That is exactly how I feel, and the fact that you feel that when seeing my home makes my heart so happy – thank you!!
And thanks so much for stopping by and taking the time to comment!
Sheila
Dusty says
Hello! I am so grateful you found your perfect table so I can find my perfect table!! I am ordering the same one from Elsie green. And the exact same chairs and cushions from BD. How do you still like the table and chairs? The table is 31 height, do you feel like it is a little too tall? Did you make any specifications to change it or ordered it how it is? Thanks again for helping me find my dream kitchen table!
Sheila says
Hi Dusty, and thanks so much! I’m SO glad you have found inspiration here, and even more glad you found a table you love!
To answer your questions, yes, I still love my BD chairs – the color is perfect and I adore the cushions. They are way higher priced than other similar chairs out there so I may have overpaid, but they are pretty and seem to be wearing well one year in.
And I did specify my table size as I don’t have much room in my breakfast area. My table is 68″L x 39″W and yes, it is 31″ high which is perfect (and I believe, pretty standard). Good luck and I hope you love it!
Sheila
Risa says
Hi Sheila,
I love love love all of it! So beautiful!! Thank you so much for sharing where you bought everything. Were the BD chairs weathered oak and what color cushion did you get?
Sheila says
Hi Risa and thanks very much for your sweet comment! My chairs are weathered oak and I don’t remember the name of the cushion! I’m sure it was the lightest neutral they had – maybe linen or sand or something? Good luck!
Sheila
Jane says
Beautiful home.
What color did you use for the stain on your wood floor and what is the color of the crown molding and trim?
Sheila says
Hi Jane and thanks for your lovely compliment! My stain is custom from the installer so unfortunately I don’t have any information on that, but the trim and molding are all painted Cloud White from Benjamin Moore.
Thanks so much for stopping by!
Sheila
Mary says
Love everything …I need your rug info under that table 😍
Sheila says
Hi Mary, thanks so much! The rug is from Pottery Barn – here is the link:
https://rstyle.me/n/c7r5bxb8a47
Hope that helps!
Sheila
Delove says
Sheila, the table is so beautiful and the gorgeous chandelier ties it all in just right! I also love the paint color on the kitchen wall and the adjacent room (esp. the ombré look). Do you mind sharing the colors? Thanks and Happy Friday!
Sheila says
Hi, and thanks so much for the kind words! As for paint colors, they are all Benjamin Moore. The kitchen/breakfast area is Muslin and the dining room beyond is Shaker Beige. However, there is no ombré!! Haha, that must be the photo!
Hope that helps- and thanks for stopping by!
Sheila
Kim says
Your breakfast room and this table are just lovely! I’ve been dreaming of an antique farm table for years. Thanks for sharing!
Sheila says
Thank you so much Kim! I had been dreaming of one too, hopefully you’ll get yours one day soon:)
Thanks so much for stopping by!
Sheila
Holliday Johnson says
It all looks so lovely Sheila! It is so exciting to have your “dream pieces”. Your chandelier just ties it all together perfectly!!
Sheila says
Thank you Holly! I am thrilled with the table and the chandelier – it’s so satisfying to finally have the room looking like how I envisioned it!
Sheila
xo
Shirley @Housepitality Designs says
Love it all and how great to have a French vintage shop near you! May you have added many memories at that table!
Sheila says
Aww thank you Shirley! I hope to do just that 🙂
Sheila
xo
Ellen says
I just love your table and your choice of chairs!I want one!You have such a beautiful home!
Sheila says
Thank you so much Ellen! And thank you for stopping by – I so appreciate it!
Sheila
Kim says
Sheila, that table is fabulous. I know you are so pleased with it. I have ordered from Elsie Green a couple of times. I didn’t know they had a store, too.
Sheila says
Thanks so much Kim! And I didn’t realize you knew about them, too – aren’t they amazing?! If you ever visit Northern California, you should visit!
Sheila
xo