Paint Inspiration: The Power of Paint

Paint

The design advice I give most often to clients whether it’s a big project or a small one is all the power of paint.  Paint is the cheapest and easiest way to transform the look, feel and style of a piece of furniture, a room or even and door.

If you want to make a change within your decor but don’t want to spend a lot of money achieving a new look, consider paint.

Painting a piece of furniture can turn a country vibe into a beautiful french inspired look.

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Replacing the mirrored back with bead board also adds style as does updated drawers and door pulls.

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A basic unfinished and inexpensive piece of furniture can become a stylish piece with just a quick coat of paint.

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If you want to add a bit more drama to your decor, paint can help you do that too!  Black is becoming a classic in furniture and gives a piece of furniture a sophisticated feel.

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This is one of my favorite before and afters ever.  A cheap wood cabinet looks like something you’d find in a custom home after paint, trim and pulls.

tip:  use wood picture frames as trim instead of custom cutting your own

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And even the country’s top designers will tell you that painting kitchen cabinets can give your entire kitchen an updated and new feel.

White cabinets are back in vogue and set against a dramatic wall color AND painted backsplash (yes, paint that too), this kitchen looks fabulous.

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Easy decorative updates as just a few strokes away so don’t be afraid to give paint a try when you are ready for a new look at home.

Shelly

Welcoming Fall!

Happy Hump Day! 

  I’ve seen so many amazing fall home tours around blog land and today I wanted to share the little touches of fall I’ve added at my place.  Fall is not really my big decorating season but I always feel compelled to pull out the pinecones and pumpkins and embrace the season in my home.

My Front Door…

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Since the front door to our townhouse is black, I knew that fall colors would look great against it.

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I made a  monogram leaf wreath to hang on the door.  This was a really easy project.  I placed a piece of burlap in an oval embroidery hoop and hot glued fall leaves to the frame.  Then I painted a wood letter gold and glued it on top of the fabric. The wreath hangs from a piece of burlap ribbon. I love that the shape is different from a traditional wreath.

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To add a touch of fall at the base of the door I hand painted a fun pattern on a doormat I picked up at Ikea and then placed mums, fall flowers and a pumpkin flanking it.

I wasn’t thinking about it at the time but the doormat will work for Halloween too!

My Coffee Table…

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When it comes to decorating my coffee table, I love layering the pieces I put on it.

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As the focal point of the table I used a large wood basket I had and filled it with faux pumpkins, gourds and pinecones that I gathered when I lived in Seattle.  Washington State pinecones are the real deal, big and plump!

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 To fill out the basket I added a silver champagne urn with fall flowers and a mercury glass candleholder.

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My gold Scoppio starburst sits on a stack of my favorite books,

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and I added a piece of tree slab with an antler magnifying glass on top.

The last fall accent in my home involved my barcart.  During the spring and summer I have a colorful tray and multi-colored glasses on the cart but for fall I decided to change it up a bit.

My Barcart…

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 Little changes added just the right amount of fall cheer!

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I made the acorns using real acorn tops and felt ball bottoms I purchased last year at Tinsel Trading Company in New York.

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The gold-rimmed glasses I found thrifting, $2.00 for all six.  The deer mugs are from Ikea and I just couldn’t pass them up.

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The tray on the bottom shelf was a diy project that your can read all about here.

I’m enjoying the fall touches I’ve added to my home and have one more big project left, that I’ll be sharing that one with you next week.  Until then, enjoy the season!

Shelly

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Welcome Spring!

Today is the first day of Spring and what better way to welcome the season of rebirth, rejuvenation, renewal, resurrection, and regrowth than with a few Spring Updates around the house!
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  I try to keep a vase of fresh flowers in my home year round but spring is definitely the season to brighten your home with the colors, textures and scent of a fresh bouquet.  While I’m not big on decorating for Easter, I do love the idea of mixing a few Easter eggs in with flowers to celebrate the holiday and put a spin on an ordinary flower arrangement.
(To quote the previous poster...) Decorate your table with this pretty spring nest. Start with dampened moss in a medium-size bowl, then tuck small flowers around the edge. Next, place a smaller bowl filled with speckled candy eggs in the center, making sure the rim of the bowl is well camouflaged with moss and flowers. #Easter #centerpiece #eggs #flowers #decor #table #spring
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Forsythia or cherry blossom branches are one of my favorite natural elements to decorate with.  Branches placed in glass jars or even vintage rubber boots can be a fun addition to your spring mantle, tabletop or entryway.
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Springtime means more sunlight and longer days.  A quick way to freshen up your décor for the season is with spring inspired pillows.  Bring the colors of nature inside with brighter colors, vibrant patterns and floral images.
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The color  yellow is a definite sign of spring and the sunnier days ahead.  Lemons places in a jar will brighten your kitchen and can be used to decorate a bookshelf, windowsill or dining table.  Combine green apples with oranges and lemons for even more vibrancy.
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Fruit Sensations  Problem: Not enough accessories  Solution: Don't let your refrigerator have all the fun! Put colorful fruit on display in glass jars or footed glass bowls. Choose the long-lasting fruits of the season for a colorful, affordable, and delicious display. Oranges, lemons, and limes add a refreshing touch to spring or summer decorating. Apples are a great choice for fall or winter.

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What better way to welcome spring then with fresh front door décor.  Try replacing a traditional wreath with a basket of natural elements to say WELCOME spring.
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I know it will be a bit longer before I can run through the grass with bare feet or go on a picnic but I’m excited that spring is officially here!
How do you welcome spring in your home?

If your home needs a little spring update, contact me about my design services!

XO Shelly

Room of The Week–Fall Inspiration

This weeks Room Of The Week is a bit of a departure and is an outside space that

has me in the mood to do some fall decorating!

I love the monogrammed pots and stacked pumpkins…so chic!

And, the letter door hanging is so creative. 

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This weekend the weather is supposed to be perfect so this just might be the time to do a little outdoor decorating!

Have you begun decorating for fall yet? 

Have an awesome weekend and take some time to just enjoy the beginnings of FALL!

A GRAND ENTRANCE

 One of the first signs of a stylish home is the Front Door.  The front door of a home says a lot about the people who live there and is a reflection of the personalities that inhabit the space.  Is your front door simple and refined, bold and bodacious or rustic and regal? Paint it, stain it, dress it up, dress it down…whatever you do with your front door, make sure it says Welcome, One and All!

 

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