This little chair…is done!

A couple of weeks ago I wrote a post about this little chair…

You can read the whole post here. I decided to re-cover the seat, re-paint the wood, and give it a fresh new look.

After choosing a new fabric…

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A coordinating paint color…

Cloudburst SW6487 by Sherwin Williams

Adding new padding to the seat…

see directions here

A coat of white primer…

It is finally done…

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Lets show her off a little more…

A few simple steps…and now I have a fresh new chair to be used in our cabin guest room. I love the floral fabric and the bright blue paint color. This color, Cloudburst by Sherwin Williams, is the accent color I am using throughout our lake cabin.

Have you painted a piece of furniture lately? I must admit I really enjoyed the process…especially after seeing the final result!


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Let's take a walk...

While browsing through my new Pottery Barn catalog I came upon a photo of a beautiful room decorated in neutral shades, layered with texture and style.

I have had several clients say to me that when they find a photo of a room they love in catalogs, or shelter magazines, they just don't know where to start to get the same look.

Today, let's take a walk through this photo...

Pottery Barn

Notice the color palette of this room is mostly neutral...however,  layering of all the different textured decor keeps it looking interesting and inviting.

Starting with the beautiful and unique carved wood panel sitting on a table placed behind the couch. This piece is the starting point for the entire room.  The hand stamped iron lanterns add even more texture and would cast wonderful shadows from candlelight through their ornately pierced design.

Next,  notice the zinc topped coffee table..with its thick turned natural wood legs. This table looks almost hand made, like something you might have found in an antique shop. The oxidized patina of the zinc top is unexpected and adds alot of interest.

Moving on to the floor...first, I notice the hand-tufted wool pile rug in warm shades of terra cotta, blue and green. Then after looking a bit closer, notice that it is placed on top of another larger rug in a natural shade. Layering rugs is a great way to add texture, especially in neutral shades.



Pottery Barn

Finally, notice the interesting lamp placed on the side table. The burlap shade and glass base  look perfect together. The interesting shape of the base is enhanced by adding rolled scripts, tied with twine...you could also add other personal items like corks from your favorite wines, or shells collected from a vacation at the beach.

Don't forget the final touches...throw pillows that have the same colors as the rug, baskets and wooden balls on the coffee table, and I am loving that big wooden bowl underneath...a perfect spot to throw those catalogs and magazines we all love to browse!

Ballard Designs

House Of Fifty

Traditional Home

I first learned this technique..."walking through a picture"...in an art history class in college. The professor always had us "walk through" a painting, starting at one corner. This is an excellent way to focus on each aspect of a painting or photograph, and really see all of the elements. I think it also works great when working with clients, to help them see exactly what they like in an inspiration photo, and help them to achieve the same look for their space.

Next time you see a photograph or painting you love...try "walking through", corner to corner, and see all of the detail you might have missed at first glance.

How do you find your inspiration? What is your favorite technique to take that inspiration and make it a reality?

Spring Décor for the Front Door…

Now that Spring has sprung…I am looking for ideas to adorn my front door.
While there is no shortage of inspiration out there…here are a few of my favorites…

Better Homes & Gardens

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Better Homes & Gardens

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I love the non traditional use of the umbrella and watering can. So fun and different!

Do you decorate for spring? How do you adorn your front porch?

Happy Friday everyone…enjoy your weekend!