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Vintage Glam Holiday Decor Finds at Chartreuse and Co.
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Vintage Glam Holiday Decor Finds at Chartreuse and Co.

November 15, 2017

Vintage Glam Holiday Decor at Chartreuse and Co

outdoor display featuring a sign with the chartreuse and company hashtag

Marylanders rejoice!  It turns out that you don’t have to go all the way to Waco, TX to channel your inner Chip and Joanna Gaines.  The DC area is lucky enough to have its own treasure trove of vintage decorating inspiration at Chartreuse and Co. located in the picturesque rolling hills and farmland of Frederick, MD.  Chartreuse and Co. is really less a place and more of an experience, which can best be described as Fixer Upper meets Flea Market Flip.  Earlier this month, I grabbed my mom and decided to make the trek up 270 North in search of vintage glam holiday decor…and I was not disappointed!

What to Expect When Visiting Chartreuse and Co.

Upon arrival, there are six barns full of fabulous antique, vintage, and new wares waiting to be picked through.  Lots of fun finds are also displayed outside between the barns.  Different areas are occupied by individual vendors, so you will find that each space has it own unique perspective.  Overall, Chartreuse and Co. has mastered the art of vintage glam decor (and definitely vintage glam holiday decor perfect for this time of year!).  If this is your design aesthetic, be prepared…you may not want to leave!

Unique Architectural Details Make Fantastic Wall Art

During my visit, I saw numerous interesting architectural details that could be repurposed as unique wall decor.  Left in their natural state or sprayed painted a bright color, these iron forms would be so striking above a mantle or interspersed with family photographs on your wall. vintage iron forms for sale at chartreuse and company

This faded emerald green sun dial also caught my eye.  It felt weathered, yet sophisticated at the same time, and I could imagine it hanging in an elegant room…perhaps against walls painted navy blue? soft gold? or coral pink?

Vintage green sun dial for sale at chartreuse and company

Use Salvaged Finds to Create Interesting Holiday Displays

Chartreuse and Co. is also a haven for salvaged windows (and doors)!  I saw many being used indoors as backdrops for interesting displays, especially Christmas wreaths and other greenery.  I was seriously eyeing a turquoise painted window that was being sold without the glass panes.  It would have made the perfect frame to display Christmas cards from family and friends…one card featured in each individual pane opening!

holiday display featuring a christmas wreath in front of salvaged window

I also loved the idea of using frames in unconventional ways for the holidays!  Why not use an empty frame to display a wreath or other ornamental item?

deer head fashioned from intertwined sticks in gold frame

I definitely saw lots and lots of holiday signage!  How amazing would this one be leaning on top of a mantle with stockings hanging below?  Alas, there is no mantle in my apartment this year, but I will definitely keep this one in mind for the future!

rustic wooden christmas sign that reads, "& to all a good night"

rustic holiday sign that reads "peace"
rustic holiday sign that reads "rejoice"
rustic holiday sign on wood panel that reads "noel"

Signs, Signs, and More Signs!

How about a few signs for any time of year?  I wanted both of these for my home, but I need a few more walls in my apartment to display new pieces!

metal laser cut sign that reads "kindly refrain from whining"

rustic wood sign that reads "you're pretty much my favorite of all time in the history of ever"

I also saw a lot of sweet works painted on wood boards.  These panels added subtle texture and gave the paintings an earthiness.  I am loving these for a rustic kitchen or family room.

rustic painting on wood board featuring a black and white cow
a painting on wood board featuring a small red barn in a vast country landscape

The Perfect Christmas Tree for an Apartment

One more great find made out of wood boards: a Christmas tree!  I could immediately imagine this tree being displayed in an apartment.  This space-saving wooden design is perfect for when there isn’t enough room for a traditional tree, but you still wish to incorporate a wonderful holiday tradition.  It could be leaned against a wall and decorated with mini LED light strings for a fantastic effect (and you will have the perfect place to leave wrapped presents!).

rustic christmas tree display of salvaged wood boards painted green

Creating a Welcoming Front Entryway with Vingtage Glam Holiday Decor

So what vintage glam holiday decor did I bring home?  I decided upon this lovely rustic star with simple greenery and sleigh bells and three crimson antique-looking votives.  I knew that I would be just a little sad when it came time to take down my Halloween decor (again I ask, where did October go?!).  I had so much fun doing up my entryway for Halloween, so I knew that I wanted to work on this area to keep it festive through Thanksgiving.  I found my sweet turkey friend at Pottery Barn a few years ago and I gave him a red scarf (aka a red wired ribbon) to keep him bundled up by our front door.  My white and green pumpkins still worked in this space, so I am happy to keep them out as long as they last.  Finally, I added my red votives to the ones that I already had on display because there can never be enough twinkling lights out at this time of year!  I love how this is perfect transitional holiday decor and really keeps this area cheerful and welcoming until I am ready to pull out the rest of my Christmas items!

front hallway decorated with vintage holiday glam decor

Chartreuse and Co. is only open a few select days each month, so check the website for details before visiting.  It will be open again this coming weekend, November 17-19, for the Holiday Open Barn!   So grab your friends and see what finds await you!  Happy treasure hunting!

 

What look would you like to try in your home?  Let me know in the comments below!

 

 

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