Finally! A day where I can actually feel fall in the air! I've been in search of my autumn "chi" since the blogosphere and magazines began exploding with fall decor, recipes, color schemes, etc, and I just couldn't get there. Maybe crossing over into the second half of September, maybe the chill that blew in last night on a cold front, or maybe that delectable Skinny Cinnamon Dolce latte at Starbucks did it. Whatever it … [Read more...]
What a Coat of Paint Can Do {Family Room Update}
August 12, 2011 by · 8 Comments
Hey there, everyone! Whew, we made it to Friday! It's been quite a week around here and will wrap up with a high school football scrimmage tonight (yes, Friday night lights around here!). Tomorrow, we take the boys and friends up to Lake Rabun for a last hurrah on the water before school starts on Monday. I, for one, can't wait to prop my feet up with a chilled beverage, how 'bout you?Anyway, on to a fun project … [Read more...]
Maybe This Is Next?
January 31, 2011 by · Leave a Comment
Yes, I said on Friday that my family room bookshelves were...done. Hmmm. But into my Inbox pops my weekly ideabook update from Houzz (do you Houzz??) with a potential gamechanger. What if I were to paint the interior of the bookcase?This is the color of my family room walls... Porter Paint's Lincoln Home Beige. I love this color for its neutrality, but it also has a nice punch against my white trim. At certain times … [Read more...]
Family Room Bookcase– Done!
January 28, 2011 by · 2 Comments
My journey to refresh in our family room continues with our built in bookcases. Several years ago, I painted all the woodwork in this room white-- best thing I've ever done. It probably is almost time to repaint but I'm determined to wait a bit longer before taking this on (think dog/kids). Somewhere along the way, I had filled the shelves with darker items (?)-- lots of wood accents, dark book jackets, pottery pieces, some … [Read more...]
Refreshing the Family Room Update
January 13, 2011 by · 1 Comment
You've already peeked at my mantle makeover, so here's a sneak peek at what else is in the works! I scored both the rug and these pillows at One Kings Lane this week. I can't tell you how many wonderful deals they feature and they change frequently so there's always fresh finds available. The rug in a 5'x8' size (I layer it over a larger flat jute rug) was only $49 and pulls in more of the green I've been looking for. I … [Read more...]
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