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wall decor..whats missing/needed?

8 years ago

I am looking to make my space look French country.. transitional look....any way I just distressed the shutters today and placed a Monet 1880 spring ( replica) up but ... feel like something not right....what do you suggest ?

also need help with Windows coverings???

please tell me to add or subtract something if needed ...in order to make it more of this look I seek ...

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Rina

8 years ago

I believe that what was meant with the reference to putting a 'window frame' on the picture was this.

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goflyrm
Original Author
8 years ago
Ascorsonelli, Intresting choice! I fear too much beige in the living room!! walls are beige and chairs.. hmm
goflyrm
Original Author
8 years ago
How about in the dining room? the scroll fabric?..
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ascorsonelli
8 years ago
Did Bev change the picture? Scrolled through (several times) looking for the true buffalo check she'd posted. Only see the small check now. Hmm.... Maybe I'm going crazy??

I liked Maureen's choices for curtains too. Regardless, don't do the scroll (please!?)

Happy 11th btw! Celebrating 10 today myself :):)
ascorsonelli
8 years ago
Scrolls in the DR could work! IMHO. You have a rather plain rug there and it might play nicely off those blue walls. Where's Grover to work her PS magic when we need her??
goflyrm
Original Author
8 years ago
yes seems like Beverly removed her posts.?! idk why...
ascorsonelli
8 years ago
YES! I personally really like this combo.
goflyrm
Original Author
8 years ago
look at all the coordinates? mine is at the bottom...
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lynartist
8 years ago
I'm not that fond of the scroll in here. It's a bit to formal and to much blue with the blue walls too! Much prefer the check.
outshopping422
8 years ago
Your centerpiece is very similar to the one Lynn put up...very pretty. I think if you paint the bottom white (like in Lynn's pic) you don't need a runner :)
goflyrm
Original Author
8 years ago
the Buffalo check .. or small spa check ?
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ascorsonelli
8 years ago
Buffalo buffalo BUFF-A-LOOOOO!!! (You've seen Hook, yes?)
outshopping422
8 years ago
Love the buffalo check :)
goflyrm
Original Author
8 years ago
No never watched it but..you got me intrigued!! lol!!
Buuuufalloooooo( Oprah voice)! lol
goflyrm
Original Author
8 years ago
I like the idea of painting the bottom..I actually made this arrangement..was a little nervous.. bought it all at Joanne's today ...!! Glad it came out ok!!
lynartist
8 years ago
Thank you out shopping! I was just trying to find that!
lynartist
8 years ago
Ascorsonelli! Are you raising your voice!
outshopping422
8 years ago
You did a great job on the arrangement :)
ascorsonelli
8 years ago
last modified: 8 years ago
Rufio chant from hook ;)
goflyrm
Original Author
8 years ago
I also need help on this wall art!! :(
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lynartist
8 years ago
Oh and Very Happy Anniversary to you ladies!
outshopping422
8 years ago
Yes...happy anniversary :)
goflyrm
Original Author
8 years ago
Thanks too too to A...
lynartist
8 years ago
Well, I'm a lot older than you young ladies but I think you need hipper art here! Not a big fan of this mass produced stuff but you get an idea. I would look for something done by a local artist or see about looking for something at all the wonderful art shows they have up your way in the summer!
lynartist
8 years ago
But if you have a more traditional bent you might try botanicals. They have a nice graffic quality.
Betty Des
8 years ago
Lynartist I love that "Embrace" art! I may have to steal that for my renovated living room!
goflyrm
Original Author
8 years ago
Lynn I need to expand my Art gallery...aka..i have none..know nothing about it... just that the fruit bowl art looks really nice?! lol
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lynartist
8 years ago
I like botanicals; a bit more affordable but classic. Have a set of four of these in my dining room from Chelsea house.
goflyrm
Original Author
8 years ago
it is classic, right!!? I like it!!
everdebz
8 years ago
No to buffalo- if fairly romantic and also prominent blue rug- mini checks, yes.
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lynartist
8 years ago
As we discussed before, this is a personal choice. Either check will work here in my opinion.
Elizabeth Z
8 years ago
Yes, I like the Buffalo check, but it is a personal choice. I was going to buy those same buffalo check curtains from Ballard Designs and went to the new store near me to see them. They didn't have any of them in the store or a fabric sample. Check out the Madeline Stripe Linen panel on their site. I saw that fabric in person and loved the look plus the great quality of the fabric, so I bought them instead and love them. The stripe looks grey in the pic, but it is actually a cool taupe color. The designer there said that the Buffalo check in natural is a bit of a warmer beige. Hope this helps!
goflyrm
Original Author
8 years ago
Thank you Elizabeth Z..good advice. I am just getting tired of returning items etc.. but I know it's a process..my husband thinks I am obsessed about designing..but I am just cautious..
Elizabeth Z
8 years ago
I hear you! I decorate by experimentation and that means returns! BTW, I got my curtains at 25% off due to a recent special sale. They have sales all the time. Good luck, you are doing a great job. My husband has come to understand that I am trying to create a beautiful home. I once offered to turn the decorating over to him and he declined. :-) Once guests came over and complimented us on our lovely home and style, he never complained again!!
lynartist
8 years ago
Would you consider doing custom? Is there a Calico Corners in your area so you could at least go look at the different fabrics with your floral print to see which one you prefer? Of course they would cost considerably more but it may be worth at least looking.
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everdebz
8 years ago
Many would say in an open space the same curtain fabric. Cause I like that sameness, are you keeping the navy rug? Is it the only navy so far?

The other colors seem used more [in upholstered chair/ paint]?

How would navy relate with new scroll fabric and with small checks and buffalo checks? Thanks.
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everdebz
8 years ago
As said earlier - this photo's buffalo is not neutral - but see how nice with different chandelier than your elegant one. [I'm trying to say the smaller check seems nice.]
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everdebz
8 years ago
Smaller pattern seems to let shapes and [navy rug] shine:
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everdebz
8 years ago
Hi :)

[https://www.houzz.com/magazine/so-your-style-is-french-country-stsetivw-vs~1787964[(https://www.houzz.com/magazine/so-your-style-is-french-country-stsetivw-vs~1787964)
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goflyrm
Original Author
8 years ago
Update....so I went with Buffalo check and this painting from bed bath..looks like Charleston SC...buffet is still empty!! lol..I purchased the woven square Place mats from Walmart...
goflyrm
Original Author
8 years ago
this a panoramic view of both rooms together... living and dining room
anniebird
8 years ago
Goflym, it looks beautiful! You got such good advice on this thread - hats off to all:)
ascorsonelli
8 years ago
I love it!! Esp the buffalo check ;) GREAT JOB
goflyrm
Original Author
8 years ago
buuuufalloooooo!! lol
Elizabeth Z
8 years ago
Looks beautiful! Great job!
ascorsonelli
8 years ago
Yassss girl! Thanks for the laugh goflyrm.
everdebz
8 years ago
last modified: 8 years ago
love the charm of it all! bricks on wall painted a creamier tone.... I've always like large checks....soft colors and lovely art...
connie912
8 years ago
I 've followed your thread with interest and it's fun to get to see it come together. Looks beautiful, great work!
lynartist
8 years ago
Aw, it all looks so lovely!!! I hope you enjoy your very pretty home:)
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ajrmcr
8 years ago
Are those chairs recliners? Looks great!
goflyrm
Original Author
8 years ago
yes they are recliners got them from Wayfair...
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