This is how the dining room table looks right now.. A little egg tower I made last year.
This is what things look like on a Saturday night around here.I had Chris tape out a square for me using the level because he has the patience for that sort of thing and I don’t.
I slapped on two coats of Martha Stewart’s Heath.The same color I used for the back of my shelf in the living room..When it was all done, not only did I have a nice back drop to frame whatever seasonal delights I’ll be putting up there, but I realized that that’s also probably where some molding would be if we had a real mantel here.. It’s not a trompe l’oeil or anything.
You don’t actually think there’s any molding there, but it kind of hints at the idea and adds a bit of a richness to a sad-looking wall none-the-less.. I’ve been up to my elbows in beadboard painting this weekend, but maybe next weekend I’m thinking I may add a few more squares of paint to some other walls.It’s a really quick project you can do on commercial breaks when you’re watching your favorite show and it has such a big impact on a room.
I love my new trick!.
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That furniture was made in 1867 and probably could use a break if we want it to last for another 150 years!.I added some simple greenery and a neutral runner, along with some basic clear glass pieces to create a look that’s a little bit festive, but will still feel perfect for Winter after the holidays are over.. With all of the clean up that’s going to be happening right after Christmas, it will be so nice to have a room that can just stay as-is and be enjoyed a little while longer.
Last year I kept most of the greenery up until after Valentine’s Day.It was still in great shape and looked beautiful, but I regretfully took it down as we got closer to Spring.
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