Junkin' Chic

Tuesday

Are You Sure This is The Same Room?

Redesigning...is something I truly love to do. Taking the things you have had for years and recreating them to something that hopefully, you would never have thought of doing.

This is my niece's bedroom redesigned into her and hubby's retreat.

Before

The bed is relocated to the outside wall. The two windows frame the bed and help give it the focus it deserves.

Before

We placed the dresser on the wall that once was occupied by the bed. Don't be afraid to place objects on the floor. It's one of those.."Oh! That's cool!"

Before

By placing the mirror in the corner opposite the windows, light was allowed to reflect back into the room. Would you believe they picked up this mirror for a steal! It was missing a bolt and hubby was told if he could put it together, he could have it for $99! Guess what? He put it together!

Before

A chair in the corner to sit and slip on your shoes, favorite pictures in a grouping, G-grandmother's cedar chest, Box of Treasures of your life together and a reminder to always kiss goodnight! Pretty great little corner!! This picture makes it look a little crowded, but it real life, it's not.

Before

Isn't Redesign fun!! You don't have to throw everything away and start over. A fresh eye, some elbow grease and Ta Da!! New room!!

Ok, I have to fess up. There are a few new things in the room. Curtains, a candle, 2 lamps and a red vase. But that's all!! Honest!!

Do you have a room or two that needs help?

Leave a comment or question!!

Warmly,
gail

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Friday

Displaying your Treasures

What's the tricky part of owning a collection? Displaying it properly! Most of us have a group of treasures that have meaning to us or we just think they are pretty and want to display them. But how??

Let's take a look at few collections...here are some great ideas on how to show them off with charm and style.

source: Southern Living

A 'collection' of objects are much more interesting when they are grouped together.

This grouping of crosses would have been fine on their own, but look how much more interesting they are when hugged by a frame. I used 'words' and candle sconces to add even more interest.

Via Apartment Therapy

How fun is this? This works because it helps the eye to focus on one thing at a time.

Southern Accents

Even grouping 3 to 5 of your favorite things give an impact to your space.

Displaying this colleciton of colored glass on a window sill, allows the light to stream through the window, accentuating their bright colors.

Cork stoppered bottles from Cost Plus are filled with sand, shells and small stones, gathered from vacation beaches. The bottles invite touching and shaking, surefire conversation starters.

This is so cute! But you don't have to 'stick' to pin cushions! Anything that fits in a glass jar would work. How 'bout match books from different places your visited? The possibilities are endless.

Remember, grouping your collectibles together give them much more impact and interest. Now, go display your treasures!

Did that inspire you?
Please leave a comment and let me know!!

Warmly,

gail

There are some photos I don't have photo credits for. Sorry.

Hop on over to The Inspired Room for great ideas!

Tuesday

Decorating Her Kitchen...One More Time

My niece just moved into her new house...again. She lived here a few years ago, sold it, met a guy, bought it back and now I am decorating it for the third time. Yeah, well, the second time, it doesn't really matter to this story.

The first room I've decorated is the kitchen.

Using the tops of your cabinets to display some of your treasures causes the eye to travel upwards, making your space more interesting and creating height. Place old telephone books or whatever you can find, on top of the cabinet to raise your objects so they can be seen from below.

You don't have to have an entire room for your office. This beautiful desk sits on a wall in the kitchen that other wise would'nt be used. The letter holder and clock were mounted on the back of the desk to give more room on the surface to do her work.

Shelves can be a bit scary to some. Creating movement for the eye is your goal. Be sure to group 'like' things together and themes together. Use pops of color for interest and greenery to soften the hard lines.

More rooms to follow...so stay tuned!

Warmly

gail

Sunday

Babies and Bows

I have been very busy this last couple of weeks. But not as busy as my daughter and sister. They both have presented to our family two new baby girls. Girls!! I love little girls! They are so much fun to play dress up. Let me introduce my new grand daughter...Abigale Grace. 7 lbs 13 ozs of joy.