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Friday, September 30, 2011

Living Room Reveal: A Whole New Look With A Few Changes


When updating a room, sometimes all that is needed are a few changes, not a total makeover. Such was the case with my friend, Maureen's living room. This linen floral was used for new drapes which brought the new and existing furniture together, creating a whole new look.

Her recent art acquisition with its turquoise weathered frame was my inspiration when I chose the drapery fabric. The painting now looks much better over the fireplace!

The brown in the floral drapes allowed for more brown in the room like two new leather club chairs which replaced existing, dated tapestry chairs. A brown cowhide rug layered over existing seagrass brings in even more brown. A new blue throw and a new blue rug in the entryway (not shown) ties it all together.

The one thing that didn't change was the rose colored damask sofa. With the addition of the new drapes and new pillows, it looks as good as new.

Maureen loves florals like me and is thrilled with this linen fabric.
Ward is thrilled with the leather chairs.
Something feminine and something masculine! Everyone is happy!

Drapery fabric and fabrication: Calico Corners
Leather club chairs: Direct Buy
Vintage oil painting: Hillsborough Antique Faire
Cowhide rug: TJ Maxx
Throw, pillows and entry rug: Pottery Barn
Coffee Table: From moi!

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28 comments:

  1. RebeccaSeptember 30, 2011 at 8:05 AM

    I like your style! Just beautiful!

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  2. savvycityfarmerSeptember 30, 2011 at 8:08 AM

    of course it's beautiful
    it's a vignette design!!!

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  3. Marty@A Stroll Thru LifeSeptember 30, 2011 at 8:20 AM

    The new drapery fabric is fabulous. Love the print and the colors. Great chairs and throw, it looks beautiful. Hugs, Marty

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  4. AnonymousSeptember 30, 2011 at 8:29 AM

    Gorgeous gorgeous! Love the drapery fabric and the room turned out so beautifully! Pat yourself on the back!
    Be a sweetie,
    Shelia ;)

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  5. a quiet lifeSeptember 30, 2011 at 8:34 AM

    Love the turquoise frame~

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  6. Kim @ Savvy Southern StyleSeptember 30, 2011 at 8:52 AM

    Gorgeous fabric and cozy room. Love those chairs. Now, I need to go to TJ Maxx.

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  7. ℳartina @ Northern NestingSeptember 30, 2011 at 8:53 AM

    Beautiful room Delores, it reminds me a lot of your beautiful living room. I can see why your friend loves the results! Your so right about simple changes gives a room a whole new look.
    I just did a post on my living room changes would love for you to take a look. Martina

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  8. Elizabeth@ Pine Cones and AcornsSeptember 30, 2011 at 9:19 AM

    I love the drape fabric! It is so beautiful. Love the inspiration painting.

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  9. Penny from Enjoying The Simple ThingsSeptember 30, 2011 at 9:30 AM

    What a wonderful room! Love the curtain fabric and the colors. So cozy, comfortable and inviting.

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  10. SarahSeptember 30, 2011 at 9:54 AM

    Linen and leather is a great combination. ~ Sarah

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  11. Shenita @ Embellishments by SLRSeptember 30, 2011 at 11:01 AM

    What beautiful updates to the room! I love the mix of elements and styles. Everything looks so warm and inviting. Very pretty!

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  12. Lorraine Young PotterySeptember 30, 2011 at 12:14 PM

    You do have a good eye. I like the rich worn colors of the curtain fabric, they do feel warm and settled and match the painting perfectly!

    I just joined as a follower and look forward to reading more, as well as delving into the past posts.

    Lorraine :-}

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  13. Taylor GreenwaltSeptember 30, 2011 at 1:50 PM

    Love the new drapery. It looks like a R.L. Your right, sometimes just changing a few things does the trick. Thanks for stopping by my blog.

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  14. LizabethSeptember 30, 2011 at 2:06 PM

    I love the picture over the fireplace...the coloring in the frame is perfect! The fabric for the curtains is so perfect! Love the club chairs too! You helped pulled it together very nicely!

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  15. Nita StacySeptember 30, 2011 at 4:29 PM

    Oh...my gosh! I love those drapes. Those would look fabulous in my house!

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  16. Lou Cinda @ Tattered HydrangeasSeptember 30, 2011 at 8:59 PM

    Beautiful!! I LOVE that fabric and how everything is tied together!

    Love it!

    Lou Cinda

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  17. Becca BertottiOctober 1, 2011 at 4:30 AM

    Looks absolutely beautiful! The new drapes are the perfect backdrop for bringing it all together! I know your friends are thrilled!

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  18. Jane, Naples, FloridaOctober 1, 2011 at 5:56 AM

    Love everything! I had pillows made from this drapery fabric and
    adored them! Beautiful room!

    Jane
    Flora Doora

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  19. Adrianne from Ventura, CAOctober 1, 2011 at 7:09 AM

    The room looks beautiful - you have such a great eye and ability to tell what a room needs. Can you come to my house now??

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  20. KarenaOctober 1, 2011 at 8:02 AM

    So much warmth and comfort! I love what you have created Delores.

    On my way to the Post Office, FINALLY!!

    xoxo
    Karena

    Art by Karena

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  21. VictoriaOctober 1, 2011 at 8:13 AM

    It all looks beautiful, Delores. I am in love with the linen drapery fabric. Have a wonderful weekend.
    Best...Victoria

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  22. lindaOctober 1, 2011 at 9:47 AM

    it alllooks wonderfulnow i have to get my new florals out .you have inspired me

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  23. SoniaOctober 1, 2011 at 1:36 PM

    What a perfect fabric!! I love the framed piece too...the rooms are beautifully pulled together and I bet that house sells quickly!! Just returned from Sonoma and purchased a runner similar to the one on the dining room table- can't wait to use mine for fall gatherings or Thanksgiving! Thanks for the inspiration!

    Miss Bloomers

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  24. Yvonne @ StoneGableOctober 2, 2011 at 11:50 AM

    What an inviting and warm looking room. I love those drapes! The color and vintage feel of the pattern pulls everything in the room together. LOVE the leather chairs with the rose colored sofa!
    What a great makeover!
    Yvonne

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  25. MarlisOctober 3, 2011 at 6:27 AM

    Love love love this room.. It is how i want my room to look, which it never will, but great ideas. Thanks so much for sharing.. xo marlis

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  26. Pinky at Designs by PinkyOctober 3, 2011 at 1:00 PM

    Your friends living room looks beautiful! I love how the drapes and artwork pull the room all together now! LOVE the brown leather chairs; I have a brown leather sofa that I adore! GREAT job! XO, Pinky

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  27. cotedetexasOctober 4, 2011 at 10:58 PM

    beautiful! i love the curtain fabrics - they really can make a room!!! sooo pretty.

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  28. AnonymousNovember 15, 2011 at 10:55 AM

    Do you happen to know what color is on Maureen's living room walls?

    We are trying to find a color similar to her walls. Thank you!

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