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Dining Room Update - Chandy size and wall art
Comments (60)I agree with your husband: trust your instincts. Sure, you'll have a couple of missteps, but that's to be expected as none of us are static and many of us upgrade as budget permits -- just part of the process of learning about yourself. Fill your home with what you love, however slowly as you need to create your haven, not ours. That being said, your perfect daylight greige is likely affected by the lightbulbs. Try Reveal and add a dimmer if you don't already have one. Lots of candles as everyone looks fab by candlelight and your DR will be wonderful. Next paint job on your agenda in another room, if you want to save a bit of money, try Pittsburgh Paint Manor Hall. Nearly half the price of Aura, and I like the hand ever so much better. I've used Aura for years since it first came out, but I really like Manor Hall better. As far as your chandie/mirror dilemma, I'd opt for round on one and rectangular on the other. Since you already have the mirror and are open to leafing or painting it, then an easy out is a round chandie. Have you looked at any of the antique crystal chandies on Ebay and considered adding a drum shade? But if you truly think you'll love the rectangular chandelier, I've seen some nice ones of Ebay as well as the selection on Overstock. Finally, rather than wed yourself to a color concept for the back of the cabinets, would you consider paper, fabric or even painted panels that you can change when you want? You can easily find just the right striking print or color rather than struggle with paint. Many of us have bought enough samples to paint a house so that's not a route I'd advise. I'm a fan of practical displays until you have the budget to devote to passion collections so add whatever sparkly crystal stemware and candlesticks and any silver pieces you have to the cabinets for the interim. HTH!...See MoreOverwhelmed by my art!
Comments (4690)Personally, I like the fridge where it currently is. It's tucked out of the direct sight line from the great room... and from the first impression when you enter from the main door. I think it would look more like "furniture" to have the counter-cabinetry flanking the stove/vent hood (set up like a hearth) and the fridge tucked neatly back out of the "wow wall" that the stove would be. Make sense? Plus, the fridge is in a more natural spot for a drink station. Creamer for coffee? Right there. Ice? Right there. Mixer? Right there. Store the glassware on wall w fridge, and it keeps that function of the kitchen separated. I hate having to barge into the cooking zone just to fix myself a drink... That is the set up I have here and it works so nicely. But that is just my opinion... :)...See MoreWhat are your favorite places online for affordable artwork?
Comments (59)I'm another who prefers to shop locally, BUT I'm blessed with an abundance of local galleries/shows/etc. The joys of living in a resort town. Most of the time, when you're dealing with artists selling locally, they tend to be canvasses from 18"-24" on down. There is less investment with that size, the canvases are easily obtainable/transportable, etc. Sometimes, if you see someone's work that you like, you can ask if they have larger canvasses. Or, consider hanging a grouping, rather than a single piece. Also, there are just more materials in larger pieces, so you will pay more for them, all the way around. I do also like Etsy for paintings, but I'm careful to watch the sizes. When in doubt, cut a posterboard the size of your intended purchase and see how it looks. In terms of Etsy artists, I think someone above mentioned William Elliston, and I concur. His stuff is more stylized, but it might work better than a traditional piece in your room. For more traditional, I also like Melissa Mickelson: Karen Ilari...See MoreFamily room needs french door treatment and art
Comments (13)Forget British Colonial and forget the valances and blinds. Let's start approaching your coastal dream right now by whitewashing the brick and painting the mantel and trim throughout to match your kitchen cabinets. Paint the walls Sherwin Williams Sea Salt. Take down all the blinds. Do the same with valances and offer them and the petite matching sofa and leather chair on your local FB Marketplace or other online sales site. Get the idea of valances out of your head. Instead install bamboo shades throughout. What are your floors under the carpet? Looks like the landing at the sliders is wood? Is that under the carpet too? If so, unveil it, refinish if needed and plan to use a large sisal rug to anchor the seating area. If you can't afford new seating right now, get a second chair and do white slipcovers on two chairs facing the fireplace. They will be more comfy than that small sofa....See Moredsimber
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