tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-6448019025261796302.post5995137394448193201..comments2024-03-18T17:28:55.958-05:00Comments on common ground : Evolution, not RevoltutionDebra@CommonGroundhttp://www.blogger.com/profile/04830455848744270459noreply@blogger.comBlogger47125tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-6448019025261796302.post-65042991896610987612011-07-12T13:05:28.742-05:002011-07-12T13:05:28.742-05:00I love your style. You have a beautiful home!...Ch...I love your style. You have a beautiful home!...Christinexinexhttps://www.blogger.com/profile/13100438341646700750noreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-6448019025261796302.post-40223315736900600692011-07-12T09:30:56.394-05:002011-07-12T09:30:56.394-05:00Forgot to add, throw pillows that don't match ...Forgot to add, throw pillows that don't match the sofas would be less fussy/stuffy, IMO. Those are great sofas!Anonymousnoreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-6448019025261796302.post-59409324189906448832011-07-12T09:29:08.227-05:002011-07-12T09:29:08.227-05:00I like those new shades for the lamp. There are so...I like those new shades for the lamp. There are so many nice metallic spray paints now, you could easily change the brass bases, too. Nickel would be nice. It would work on all the brass stuff and be a nice update. Or bronze if you don't like the nickel.Anonymousnoreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-6448019025261796302.post-59112610868765832802011-07-10T17:51:10.218-05:002011-07-10T17:51:10.218-05:00I can not believe I found someone who owns the sam...I can not believe I found someone who owns the same sofa as I do. I too bought mine about 10 yrs ago & like you I can not justify getting rid of such good furniture. What I have done to give my living room furniture & room different looks during the year is changing out the pillows & accessories. For spring/summer I have light blues, brown & golds. Late summer/fall I switch to leopard prints & taupe/browns, creams. Then for the winter months I switch to reds, black & gold colors. I start with neutral colors in the accessories but then I change out the vases, boxes, plates, candles to reflect the color changes for that season. I know you think that that is alot of stuff to store but really you are changing out a minimum of things to get a totally different look by using pops of color here & there. I also have dark wood tables & armoire would not dream of painting any of it as I do love the wood. So, I would recommend you give your sofa an update by replacing your pillows first. Then edit your room & add colors that will compliment your new pillows.Roxannahttps://www.blogger.com/profile/08873465723751491639noreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-6448019025261796302.post-70420417233277609892011-07-08T13:00:27.874-05:002011-07-08T13:00:27.874-05:00You have a very pretty and inviting house. And I c...You have a very pretty and inviting house. And I can certainly relate to your wanting to change some of it out. I am in the process of adding white to my great room. But don't know quite how to "lighten" up my almost new brown leather sofa. Maybe with whitish pillows or a throw? Can't wait to see what else you do.Charlotte Wilsonhttps://www.blogger.com/profile/11663269810397022314noreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-6448019025261796302.post-61908995952364458932011-07-07T20:54:11.198-05:002011-07-07T20:54:11.198-05:00What a beautiful space! Thanks for joining my lin...What a beautiful space! Thanks for joining my linky party this week.Michele @ {Primp}https://www.blogger.com/profile/14546118399462954547noreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-6448019025261796302.post-22725238463405332432011-07-07T13:28:03.795-05:002011-07-07T13:28:03.795-05:00Firts up, tale ALL the accessories out of the room...Firts up, tale ALL the accessories out of the room-ALL of them. Slip cover the furniture in white/neutral cotton/linen etc. Paint the ceiling the palest blue you can find-"Rainwater" by Martha S. is one I have used...<br /><br />One the ceiling is done, and the covers are on the couches/chairs, bring in the accessories one by one. SLOWLY, LOL<br /><br />You can redo any of them to whatever you think would be great-paint the gold/brass stuff if you want, OR leave it and let it shine among the white/pale colors.<br /><br />I find it easier to get rid of everything in a room so you can start fresh-even if you are using all the same stuff, it hels to clear it all out. <br /><br />Enjoy the process-and please let us all know what you decide to do!Susanhttps://www.blogger.com/profile/10611804776552043084noreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-6448019025261796302.post-56562473786343951652011-07-07T11:29:20.159-05:002011-07-07T11:29:20.159-05:00Debra, I say paint the tables and possibly the bra...Debra, I say paint the tables and possibly the brass lamps but do not paint that gorgeous clock! Add some pillows to the sofa in a pretty linen fabric and change out the lamp shades. Your room is one of my favorites but I do understand the need for change. Just do what makes you happy! Thanks for joining the Open House party this week.<br />Hugs,<br />SherrySherry @ No Minimalist Herehttps://www.blogger.com/profile/14321374710550709020noreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-6448019025261796302.post-32245142657016171652011-07-06T17:30:28.840-05:002011-07-06T17:30:28.840-05:00French Scandinavian...sounds heavenly to me!!
LOV...French Scandinavian...sounds heavenly to me!!<br /><br />LOVE, LOVE, LOVE your new header!Sandi~A Cottage Musehttps://www.blogger.com/profile/08909268807583476776noreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-6448019025261796302.post-74844747332233365122011-07-06T16:47:14.829-05:002011-07-06T16:47:14.829-05:00Debra, Your room is delightful! I read your post l...Debra, Your room is delightful! I read your post last night and all the comments and thought- ask two women what they would do and you will get two different answers but it is fun to hear ideas. I would suggest before you do anything drastic is to do like the designers do and remove all the accessories ( little rug, coffee table items, all mantel accessories and hearth accessories) ...then take pictures and think on it a while. I would paint the mantel white and paint the brass cover. When you do that the elegant mirror will pop. I love the brass lamps and think they are classic! I don't think you need to change the shades. As for the coffee table - it is beautiful and with a simple elegant bowl your eye will travel around the room and your gorgeous clock and beautiful mirror will shine and shout ELEGANT! You probably already have the paint needed and you did not spend a penny. Ultimately, it is YOU that must like your room. Don't rush into anything.Bonniehttps://www.blogger.com/profile/09559612002837383953noreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-6448019025261796302.post-46708519642892844022011-07-06T16:06:57.978-05:002011-07-06T16:06:57.978-05:00Bonjour!
Gorgeous living room and very beautiful b...Bonjour!<br />Gorgeous living room and very beautiful blog. Such lovely photos too!<br />Looking forward to your future posts. <br />Check us out! http://www.etsy.com/shop/chezjolly<br />Talk to you soon..<br /><br />-Jessica & HollyAnonymousnoreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-6448019025261796302.post-89813919827264400292011-07-06T15:20:18.331-05:002011-07-06T15:20:18.331-05:00I think you have pretty good advice on all these c...I think you have pretty good advice on all these comments, I just can say that I can't wait to see what you do with the space. You have a great taste.<br />XXX IdoIdohttps://www.blogger.com/profile/07013522839773098400noreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-6448019025261796302.post-38280034745820437942011-07-06T14:48:14.089-05:002011-07-06T14:48:14.089-05:00Hi Debra, I like your room, but I know what you me...Hi Debra, I like your room, but I know what you mean about your style evolving....me, too! Every room looks better with a painted piece or two, so I agree about the coffee table and side table. Leave the top stained, but the rest of it could be painted and show off those gorgeous legs! Several people had wonderful ideas that I enjoyed.....remove the pic above the armoire, for example. I love your idea about the lamp....nothing updates a lamp so much as a new shade. Then you could decide if you wanted to paint the base or leave it. Can't wait to see what you decide to do! LindaLinda (Nina's Nest)https://www.blogger.com/profile/16122024641853223906noreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-6448019025261796302.post-494515051105954632011-07-06T14:22:51.234-05:002011-07-06T14:22:51.234-05:00You have some beautiful pieces to work with. I wo...You have some beautiful pieces to work with. I would slipcover the sofas to match the two chair slips you did. Leave the coffee table and gorgeous armoire as is - the dark will look lovely against the white. The end tables and the lamp bases paint white, just change the shades. I would also leave the clock as is. I have found many photos online with white furniture and dark wood pieces mixed in and the effect is quite lovely.lalahttps://www.blogger.com/profile/06175627717826309153noreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-6448019025261796302.post-55688941103919539992011-07-06T11:08:54.814-05:002011-07-06T11:08:54.814-05:00WOW everything looks amazing! I love that monster...WOW everything looks amazing! I love that monster armoire!! <br />And I love that rug!<br /><br />Can't wait to see what you do!Jane @ Jane's Junk and Treasureshttps://www.blogger.com/profile/05251832705201643782noreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-6448019025261796302.post-35657981712655798112011-07-06T10:25:26.058-05:002011-07-06T10:25:26.058-05:00You will not believe this Debra! I was scrolling t...You will not believe this Debra! I was scrolling through one of the parties (Kim's I think) and saw your thumbnail and title and thought, "now that is someone I can really relate too" not realizing it was you, and then clicked on it and it took me over here!! LOL! No wonder I could relate! :-) Thanks for the sweet shout-out and for helping me to not feel so alone in my style dilemmas. I think this room is absolutely incredible! I love the 2 sofas facing each other and the chairs with the new slipcovers and your fireplace is just gorgeous. Seeing the reflection of the chandy and the wood beams in the mirror is just stunning and I love your ideas for some small changes here and there. Now I'm wondering if I should slipcover something...hmmm... :-)<br />VanessaAt The Picket Fencehttps://www.blogger.com/profile/16846200981778597675noreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-6448019025261796302.post-44225022858061288782011-07-06T08:51:05.335-05:002011-07-06T08:51:05.335-05:00Ok here we go with my 2 cents. With all the great...Ok here we go with my 2 cents. With all the great ideas you have to choose from a transformation is just waiting to happen!<br />Not sure about the clock it looks pretty amazing just as is but I would remove the rug from under the coffee table to make a clear expanse of carpet. The armoire is wonderful but the picture above it interfears with the view of the objects on top. I would take the top picture and put it above the small table to the left. Remove the one that's there and remove the small picture to the right of the armoire. Slight de clutter. How about some greens in an arrangement on the otherside of the top of the armoire? I also love the idea of painting the coffee table and end tables white but leaving the tops wood grain. Oh yeah, paint those lamps too. Hoe about some burlap shades and throw pillows too. The worst part is still to come. . .wait till you begin choosing a shade of white to paint all this stuff. I was doing some of that this weekend, Yikes! The color I use for all my white furniture is Cottage White by Behr. It's not a white white but when it's on the piece it sure looks like it is. I'm in the process of darkening it a bit with dark wax. Have fun.<br />~ ~Ahrisha~ ~~ ~ Ahrisha ~ ~https://www.blogger.com/profile/11345454060454954640noreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-6448019025261796302.post-87864737435464803112011-07-05T23:46:53.735-05:002011-07-05T23:46:53.735-05:00You have such a lovely home! The exposed beams are...You have such a lovely home! The exposed beams are amazing! Can't wait to see what else you do with the room.<br /><br />And thanks so much for checking out my posts to your party. I really appreciate your comments!<br /><br />EmilyEmily@LovelyBeastshttps://www.blogger.com/profile/08375335078208633448noreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-6448019025261796302.post-8211649483616369382011-07-05T22:15:23.582-05:002011-07-05T22:15:23.582-05:00I, too need to de-clutter my home. It's soooo...I, too need to de-clutter my home. It's soooo hard because I love so many things. Let me know if you figure it out:-)<br /><br />Good luck!<br /><br />Also, I hope you're feeling better:-)<br /><br />xoxo<br />KAthleenFaded Charmhttps://www.blogger.com/profile/10398319258427669524noreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-6448019025261796302.post-34858522447423840122011-07-05T21:25:33.936-05:002011-07-05T21:25:33.936-05:00Ok, Debra....you probably know exactly what I'...Ok, Debra....you probably know exactly what I'm going to suggest, but I'll do it anyway. lol! I would paint your end tables and coffee table with that awesome Annie Sloan chalkpaint in Paris Gray with Old White on top and then distress them. I love the lamps you've chosen. That will certainly lighten up your space, too. And I wouldn't hesitate to order some creamy white slipcovers for your sofas, either. Then throw on some vintagey pillows in burlap, linen, or grain sack material. You could even paint some of those gold picture frames in a soft pastel gray, too! Have fun with your floofing - and be sure to take lots of photos for us! :)<br /><br />xoxo laurieHeaven's Walkhttps://www.blogger.com/profile/16632739764562279850noreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-6448019025261796302.post-8515844986797640822011-07-05T21:15:26.139-05:002011-07-05T21:15:26.139-05:00Also, I really like the shape of the lamp shades y...Also, I really like the shape of the lamp shades you currently have. I just found this http://cgi.ebay.com/ws/eBayISAPI.dll?VISuperSize&item=220712996813<br />Visualize a similar treatment on your lampshades after you've painted the lamp base some shade of white and distressed it a bit.Bettyhttps://www.blogger.com/profile/11771274057090968119noreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-6448019025261796302.post-23704154503219413632011-07-05T21:01:13.369-05:002011-07-05T21:01:13.369-05:00I just looked at your room again and I would cover...I just looked at your room again and I would cover the couch and chairs with slipcovers. I would move all the smalls out and rethink a new look that way. You repeat the urn/pedestal shape in the candlesticks, planters and in your lamps and perhaps that needs to change. <br />The clock is yours to paint, but I would either move it to another room, sell it or, use the colors in it as a jumping off point for the colors for the slipcovers, pillows, smalls, etc. Keep us posted, it will be fun to see what you decide.suzieQhttps://www.blogger.com/profile/04883115039145453043noreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-6448019025261796302.post-45670701002457345352011-07-05T20:55:06.989-05:002011-07-05T20:55:06.989-05:00Oh Debra, your room is lovely! I agree with you .....Oh Debra, your room is lovely! I agree with you ....real life is living and enjoying what you have, who you are...and thanking God that we even have furniture...as compared to the rest of the world! We went to a thrift/consignment store and bought a couch a couple of years ago and the owner told us he had one customer who bought new furniture every year because he wanted to stay 'up' with the new trends! Wow!~<br />I love your look and I commend you for not getting caught up in the blogging 'can you top this' mentality. It's just not real life.<br />I agree with everyone...I love your living room!<br />Blessings,<br />DebbieRibbonwood Cottagehttps://www.blogger.com/profile/13730379879622818409noreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-6448019025261796302.post-53807833959934180762011-07-05T20:43:02.897-05:002011-07-05T20:43:02.897-05:00I can relate...but please don not change that wond...I can relate...but please don not change that wonderful clock! Move it into another room-it would be a shame if you changed it!<br />Thanks so much for sharing...I really enjoyed it!Leehttps://www.blogger.com/profile/15419064675503630388noreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-6448019025261796302.post-55505002820661596882011-07-05T20:31:26.156-05:002011-07-05T20:31:26.156-05:00I think getting rid of the brass especially the fi...I think getting rid of the brass especially the fireplace will make a big difference. Your chair slips are adorable, have you considered a slipcover for your coffee table? Look at the photo here<br /> http://www.hgtv.com/designers-portfolio/room/romantic/living-areas/141/index.html<br />The sofa pattern kinda resembles yours in a way, the slipcover is on an ottoman in the photo but would look just as good on the coffee table. Just something to consider. HugsBettyhttps://www.blogger.com/profile/11771274057090968119noreply@blogger.com