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Feature Friday: Thistlewood Farm

July 20, 2012 By Rhoda 38 Comments

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Sometimes a blogger’s home comes along that just makes me drool and get a little bit jealous…today is one of those days and if the blogger wasn’t so fun, witty, and darling, I might just dislike her a tiny bit too.   But Kari, of Thistlewood Farm, is so adorably cute and funny that you can’t help but love her.  If you haven’t seen her beautiful Kentucky farmhouse yet, you’re in for a big treat today.

I actually met Kari and her sister back when I first started blogging (online, that is).  They are very creative and we all started blogging about the same time.  Kari started her new blog last year and it was a delight to meet her at Haven this year.

Not only is the house beautiful, historic and stately, Kari is a wonderful vintage decorator. A collector of old things and beautiful stuff and she knows how to put it all together in a completely pleasing way.

kari house

Her beautiful farmhouse, named Thistlewood Farm.  Kari and her family had dreamed of moving from the hustle and bustle of city life to a peaceful house in the country and this 1918 beauty caught their eye.  Yes, I can see why, can’t you?!  They have been here for 4 years and it was completely renovated from top to bottom, including a new roof.

Wait til you see inside!

library

Kari has a wonderful eye for design and has made this house so special and beautiful.  The living room/family room is so cozy and comfortable.

Railroad_Sign_Porch

Those toile drapes are beautiful and Kari collects signs and vintage items to display.

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Gorgeous!

kari kitchen

The kitchen, oh the kitchen is magnificent.  Big, beautiful and spaciously perfect.

buffet kitchen

This huge buffet is on one wall displaying her beautiful ironstone.  That is stunning!

dining room

The dining room is equally gorgeous and spacious.  Kari knows her way around decorating, doesn’t she?  This is such a pretty house.

drapes

Smocked burlap drapes, be still my heart.

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Another beautifully displayed buffet cabinet that I’m sure she painted this luscious shade of gray.

Butlers_Pantry

A butler’s pantry, who gets to have a butler’s pantry?  Kari does and it is unreal!

Family room

Family room is comfy and all the fabrics are beautiful.

girls room

Her daughter’s room is colorful and playful.

guest bath

Another complete renovation job, you should see the before pics of this guest bath.  What a beauty now!

guestroom

Who wouldn’t want to perch in this guestroom for a few days?  OK, Kari I’m coming for a visit!

guestroom2

Guests wouldn’t want to leave here.

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The master bedroom is equally gorgeous.  Kari, girl you have a wonderful eye.

playroom

The house is big enough for a playroom for her 4 kiddos.

art house

And an art house out back. How fun is that?

Back_Porch_Furniture

Don’t even get me started on Kari’s porch.  Wow, oh wow, is this beautiful.  I wouldn’t get anything done with this outside.

So, that’s a wonderful tour of Kari at Thistlewood Farm’s beautiful historic home.  I know you enjoyed seeing these rooms as much as I did.  Hop over and say hello to Kari, she is a doll and would love to meet you!

NOTE:  On my Feature Friday series, please pin images from the original source and not from my blog!  Thank you!

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  1. Melanie says

    July 20, 2012 at 4:58 pm

    Beautiful home!!

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  2. Linda @ it all started with paint says

    July 20, 2012 at 5:31 pm

    Kari’s home is just stunning. I, too, am seriously jealous. But her amazing personality that pours through her writing is enough to turn my green eyes back to their natural blue. I look forward to reading Kari every day …

    🙂

    Linda

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  3. Heather @At The Picket Fence says

    July 20, 2012 at 7:17 pm

    You could not have picked a more lovely home and even more so person to feature! It was fun to see all of Kari’s beautiful room in one post. Thank you for sharing her farm with us Rhoda! I’m with you, if I didn’t love her so very much…I would be just a wee bit jealous. 😉

    Heather

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  4. Kirby Carespodi says

    July 20, 2012 at 7:40 pm

    Simply beautiful! Thanks for shring!

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  5. Karah @ thespacebetweenblog says

    July 20, 2012 at 10:03 pm

    Oh how I would heart a large farmhouse to toy with and display such beautiful decor. Kari and I could dumpster dive by day and create eclectic decor with it all come evening. 🙂

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  6. Erin @ Two Story Cottage says

    July 20, 2012 at 10:24 pm

    Be still my heart, indeed! That is just beauty defined. I’m in love. Or maybe lust. We almost bought a foreclosed farmhouse about a year ago and I still dream about it. It was white with a big front porch. But we decided it had too many structural issues. And I’m happy with our craftsman that we ended up in – but still the farmhouse is a dream.

    Kari is quite the decorator! I’m going to share on Facebook. 🙂

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  7. debbiedoos says

    July 21, 2012 at 12:40 am

    Love her home! And to think she only cooks mac and cheese in that gorgeous kitchen:) Kari, is a real sweet heart with a gorgeous home and gorgeous heart!

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  8. Jane @ Cottage at the Crossroads says

    July 21, 2012 at 8:29 am

    Rhoda, I was impressed with Kari’s decorating skills, but more impressed with her warm, bubbly personality when I met her at Haven. She is so talented in so many ways.

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  9. Cynthia says

    July 21, 2012 at 9:09 am

    Thie is a gorgeously decorated home. I love all the little touches and the toile curtains. Thecurb appeal to the front door is stunning.

    Cynthia

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  10. kathy says

    July 21, 2012 at 9:26 am

    I found her website recently and just loved her decorating style!

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  11. shirley@Housepitality Designs says

    July 21, 2012 at 9:31 am

    Rhoda..KariAnne is a very special person and her home reflects her beautiful personality and charm….never get enough of seeing that gorgeous home! Great feature!!

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  12. Jaye @ Just Tryin' to Make Cents of it All says

    July 21, 2012 at 11:02 am

    Thanks for featuring Thistlewood Farms on your blog! It was so beautiful to read through! I went over to Kari’s blog and pinned a few things that I just couldn’t let pass!

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  13. Karina says

    July 21, 2012 at 1:29 pm

    This is one of the most drool-worthy homes I’ve seen in a while. Thanks for sharing.

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  14. Diane | An Extraordinary Day says

    July 21, 2012 at 2:09 pm

    Rhoda, you are right. Kari has the touch! I recently discovered her when her butler’s pantry was shared on another blog. She is a delight. Thanks for sharing her home today, too.
    Hope your weekend is Extraordinary!

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  15. Janis@All Things Beautiful says

    July 21, 2012 at 10:05 pm

    Love Love Love her house!!! And love her too! She’s precious and obviously very talented with such a beautiful touch!!! Enjoy NYC!!

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  16. Pinky says

    July 22, 2012 at 10:45 am

    Kari is such a sweetheart and i love every bit of Thistlewood Farm. I had never seen that first shot, the landscaping is beautiful too! Thanks for sharing her with your readers. XO, Pinky

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  17. Pam Schultz says

    July 23, 2012 at 3:22 am

    Hi Rhoda!!

    Thank you so much for sharing Kerri’s house!! I was surprised to see the white blanket on the guest bedroom bed. Why you ask? I also have the same blanket!! I live so far from you and through your blog I feel like I’m a new neighbor.

    It’s so great visiting!!
    Have a great week!!

    Pam

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  18. Heidi @ Decor & More says

    July 23, 2012 at 9:34 am

    Love Kari! A gal with wit AND style and heart as big as the state of Kentucky. 🙂 Great choice for FF, Rhoda!
    xo Heidi

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