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When I revealed my living room re-do a few weeks ago I mentioned that I still needed to reupholster a pair of inexpensive cube ottomans I bought at Target. The sticking point was the fabric -- how much yardage and the price point. I solved both dilemmas and just finished reupholstering them today -- yay!!Here's the before: And, here's the … [Read more...]
Earlier I showed you the long, drawn-out transformation of my living room. Now, I'm going to show you what I changed and what is still planned for the space. I painted built-ins, refinished furniture, bought new chairs and more...I hope you'll stay with me through this mega-long post! The ChangesThe couch: Before e-mailing Holly Mathis - the … [Read more...]
It's taken months, and to be honest, it's not 100 percent finished -- there are still a few details to complete but I'm going to reveal my living room re-do anyway because I'm getting ready to decorate for fall. I wanted to at least show you the "normal" decor before fall and the holiday season begins. Even without the final details I love this … [Read more...]
She's here and her name is Madison. I love her! (And my dog Boomer!) She just arrived this morning from Ethan Allen and I am so happy she's here!As I mentioned in yesterday's post I've been slowly re-doing my living room with the help of decorator Holly Mathis. We considered many chairs and all of them were worthy contenders and, as Holly … [Read more...]
I'm excited. Tomorrow the new chair I ordered for my living room is coming! Can't wait!For the past few months I have been very slowly re-doing my living room. I will be posting before and after pictures when it's all done, but I just wanted to give you a small peak at what it looks like so far: (Forgive the blurry picture!)This is the one room … [Read more...]
I found a few more pictures to add to my Inspiration Board. This is almost more fun than shopping because it doesn't cost anything! (Oh, and I do realize I have a bed in this living room inspiration, but what I'm really inspired by is the beautiful red and white quilt on the bed. Wouldn't it make a nice, cozy throw or a pillow?) Due to stolen … [Read more...]
I am desperately researching the web for ideas as to how to decorate my living room. As I mentioned in one of my very first posts, I recently had my living room painted a bluish color. The actual name of the paint escapes me at the moment, but it does not look blue AT ALL on the chip from Home Depot. And, it's called "Green Valley" or something … [Read more...]
