Don't have a clue what her parentage is. If I had to guess, based on her color, I would like to think maybe a relative of "Chicago Peace", Sport of the "Peace" rose. But this is only a guess. As far as I know, I did not gather hips from any roses white in color. "Chicago Peace" is as close as I could come via hips from Mother plant. Here she is in full bloom with a total of 16 petals: She has been clipped. I let her live for a day and she is now pressed in a book. I plan on making a bookmark out of her after she has dried out. Now for an update on the "Twin??", she has grown her 2 leaves mentioned in an earlier post and now has another 2 leaves sprouting... as before, both mirror like image once again. The last 2 leaves are kind of neat. They are growing almost vine like. Rather than outward they are growing more in-ward, toward the center: Have not noted any budding yet ... still waiting :o) Must mention two of my other seedling have also bloomed. They opened today: The first is white with a tiny hint of pink and a total of 6 petals. The 2nd is also white with a darker pink nearing more maroon in color, with a total of 5 petals. I am really crossing my fingers the 2nd might be a relative of "Tigress", oh, what a beautiful rose I find "Tigress" to be. Guess I will really never know for sure, but I can hope :o) Lionessrose

Sorry, below is the link to the former discussion. The quilt shown in the pic above is soon to be switched over to my "spring/summer" quilt but I'm waiting for the room to be painted, which will be within the next 2 weeks. I've decided on Revere Pewter, which is the same as our master bath. I never even considered keeping those lamp shades, just to be clear. I bought the lamps for the base. I have a friend who is obsessed w/ Paris so will be offering the shades to her. ;) Here is a link that might be useful: MBR discussion

As drywall guy mentioned, as long as it's fastened into studs, no worries. You dont want to rely on the counter for support. I always hold them up about 1/8" off of the counter so that it still appears to sit there. Screws would be better than nails when fastening. You could replace the existing nails with screws one at a time, or if it's solid, dont worry about it.

Disappointedly, I passed on the bench/sliding ottomans in the above post due to the cost of over $4200 in the lowest grade leather. However, because I’d had other ideas, I went back to one of those very quickly. The EA Ferri ottomans. But allow me to back up, please. When our church went through a major restoration in 2014, the design team updated some details around the doors, and I was totally inspired by the color palette. I still am. Please click on this photo to see all of the different colors: As I built a portfolio to redesign my family room, l found two continuous “themes." I wanted this color palette plus black, and I wanted an off-white sofa. Unfortunately, I gave into the fear that it would make my family feel they couldn’t relax in the room, and, after two years of debating, I finally chose a tweed that worked. I’ve regretted it every day. But gradually I am getting closer to the “feel” of the room I wanted. Before I could finish the room, I sold my house and moved into a temporary apartment. “Temporary” may well stretch into several years, and I need to feel good in this space. One thing that has worked in my favor is the off-white porcelain tile floor in the large open plan. And I’m so pleased that I waited until I found an area rug that warms up the room with texture but stayed with my desired color palette. Here’s what has surprised me most recently: On the EA floor sample sale were two Ferri ottomans which I asked my designer to bring to my home so we could get an idea of what direction to take. We both really liked the addition of linen-like texture, as opposed to another leather [which I’d planned for practical reasons.] We both liked the way the off-white fabric lightened the room. Knowing that I can choose to have them reupholstered very easily since it only involves the cushions, I chose to purchase them. And I’m another step closer to my original intention. I brought out more of my white and off-white accessories, and put away what most people consider to be “color.” This feels right to me, so now I can better convey that to all of you. I know that most advised me in an earlier design dilemma to add color. Please don’t worry. I can add more colorful accents at any time, and I will do that seasonally. Next I'll be searching for a 42”w x 18”d x 18”h coffee table with a glass top and metal base in oil rubbed bronze. This size seems best for the room, and I can choose to configure it with the two ottomans to form a large rectangle (42”w x 36”d x 18”h) when the ottomans are not in use. They also look nice along the wall across from the sofa, but for now I will use them as my “coffee table.” That has allowed me to remove the current coffee table and re-visualize the room. While looking for the coffee table, I need to decide on the drapery panels. The only reason I want them is to break up the mismatch of colors--the wood-colored blinds and the taupe walls--neither of which I can change due to the fact that I’m renting in a brand new complex. I’d like them to pick up the main color of the area rug. I’ve been watching for a PB sale. PB offers ivory in the 108” length that I need. (So does RH, but even on sale, they are too costly, I think.) It is essential to me that they hang very straight. No flare. Just barely touching the floor...and yes, start above the actual window height by about 9-10”...ceilings are 10' so I can make 108” work. I think I need to have a professional hang them for me. It is hard to spend a lot of money on window treatments for a temporary space, but I want this place to look and feel great while I’m here. Most if not all of the pieces I’ve chosen will work in my next home. But drapery panels...well, it’s harder to justify the cost. Watching for just the right sale. Any tips will be welcome! Thank you for your continued input and support.