How about pics of the room so we can advise you correctly?

How about just a larger coffee table and brighter pillows? I was just looking on Next-door and Craigslist and saw lots of awesome tables for way less than you'd expect.

Hi. Yes, we need photos of all 4 walls to help you.

What I am seeing so far:

-Queen Anne coffee table is too dainty for the large sectional.

-End table does not work with the Queen Anne coffee table.

-Art is hung too low

-Torchiere lamp is not providing any functional light.

Good news is the sectional looks in good shape and the rug appears to work with it. Also, your art seems to work with the sectional and rug. So, you've got a start.

What can you do on a small budget? Depends on what that budget is. For now, you can start by

1) posting ideas here and in your ideabook of what your dream room would look like.

2) Repositioning your pillow backs and possibly restuffing them. Starting to sag.

3) Pillows on the sectional should be minimal and contrast with the sectional.

Here are some pillow suggestions to brighten up your space and pull in the art, rug and sectional.

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Your other post was asking about curtains. Was there a functional reason for new curtains?

If money is tight there is no need to buy a bunch of new furniture. The main issue is the too small and too formal coffee table. Look for a larger wood one that is kid friendly and useful for games, drinks, putting your feet up, etc. Used ones are easy to find.

We lifted the painting!

Well the original post was about curtains bc the ones we have up are just sheers and I didn’t know if that was weird to have just sheers up without curtains.. the house came with butterscotch yellow curtains (i didn’t like them) and the sheers underneath

I like the coffee table replacement idea (maybe I can get a used one online!) what style would work? Thanks for all of ur help everyone :)

That looks so much better! I think your space looks like a comfy, happy place to be. There is nothing in the world wrong with hand-me-downs, and I like how they create an eclectic room. Some of my fondest decorating memories were made when money was at its tightest and I had to make do with things I already had. You don't need to start replacing furniture, but simply introducing elements as simple as some interesting, colorful throw pillows can really spark your creativity.

Maybe you can find something soft with storage? Safer for baby and great to throw all toys in down the road.

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Lifted the painting just the right amount. :) I have sheers as well in my living room (with curtains kept mostly open). Thinking about replacing them with shades that block the sun better. Window treatments can get expensive for large windows like these. If you find curtains you love and must have, go for it, but I wouldn't make it a priority right now.

Thanks all! I love the advice!! I love the soft ottoman idea so I can store blankets, baby stuff, etc. how large should it be? What color??? It would be nice to be able to put my feet up, too!!

ohh and what can I do about my lamp situation? Does the tall lamp look awkward lol?

I find that my lamp that arcs over the sofa works better. Perhaps you can find one on Craig's list or ??? When I had new babies I was fortunate to have a friend who advised me: someday you will be my age with babies who can tend themselves so enjoy them at their young age and worry about the "stuff" later. Good advice even though it was surely hard to live with at the time. Looks to me like a comfy, homey space.

I think your sofa and rug look fine. as mentioned, some brighter pillows (try HomeGoods or Marshalls for great prices), maybe a colorful throw. you could look for some drapes there too.

agree about table. look on craigslist. you could also do one w/fabric top (for your feet) and open on bottom (just an example. they come in all colors and sizes)

the main thing I see is lighting. that torchere (in the corner) is horrible for lighting. see the one in the photo ^, either do something like that, along w/a side table and larger lamp, or save up for recessed lighting down the road.

Is there a ceiling light in that room?

here are some pictures of similar types of rooms so you can see what they've done. (lighting, pillows and throws, rug placement (can you pull yours forward just a bit?) tables, ottomans)

Watch your local Craigs list for a coffee table. Amazon has pillow covers that are pretty affordable, in about any color you could want.

Do you close your sheers at night and open them during the day? If so, do they slide easily? Hooking them all properly in their hooks will improve their appearance. They appear to be the right length and size, and a neutral color. Where the lamp cord goes under the window, straighten it out so the sheers hang properly.

By the way, I'm seeing a lot of yellow in the furniture flyers from the more stylish stores. Especially together with gray. Do you still have your drapes?

The torchiere lamp needs to go to a starving student in the dorm. Your sheers looks fine, but you could dress them up with a single curtain panel on each side. A large storage ottoman would be perfect as a coffee table while the baby is little. It could be a bit larger than your current coffee table, but I wouldn't go smaller unless you got two.

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Arc lamp and ottomans from Target, shibori curtains from Overstock. And if you wouldn't mind, could you tell the people across the street they need to remove their shutters? They're way too small. ;-)

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I think the sectional is gray.

omg, grover. best comment on here today! you must have eagle eyes

Hi all! I just ordered an extra long skinny table to put behind the couch on the wall/picture side) so I’ll put two lamps on both sides of the skinny table. (Send lamp decor ideas!) Say goodbye to the tall lamp!!!!

Now i I need to find an ottoman ( preferred so I can put my feet up) or coffee table. The long side of the couch is 106 inches from the inside of the short side to the edge of the long side . How long of an ottoman do I need? At least 60 inches? I cant find one thats long enough in a circular or rectangular shape! Help :)

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I would look for a coffee table 4 to 5 feet long, either a 4 foot square or 5 foot rectangle. With the large upholstered sectional, I think a wood or other solid surface coffee table would look best. Look for one with a distressed or rustic finish. I found that with kids the solid surface was better than upholstery for function - you can use it for games, puzzles, matchbox cars, snacks, etc. and you can still use it to put your feet up.

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With small children around, you also might consider several ottomans put together.

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32" wide. Reversible tray and storage.

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I'd add some of the flax color from the art in pillows.

I can’t find any 5 foot rectangular coffee tables :(

The length of the open space is 106". What is the depth?

Wayfair has 66 of 'em: https://www.wayfair.com/furniture/sb1/oversized-rectangle-coffee-tables-c1867487-a131720~441885.html?itemsperpage=96

The depth is 74 inches! :)

Problem is you need something very long and narrow and that is hard to find. This one is 60 x 40. You really don't want anything wider than 40. It's going to cover only about half of the width, though.

If I were you, I'd look at getting several of something: 2 coffee tables, several ottomans, etc. Soon, you will need a lot of storage for toys.

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I would also look at NextDoor, Craigs list, or local consignment shops for good quality at low prices.

Thanks! Does anyone have other suggestions? It’s so tricky to find large coffee tables.

You can have one custom made or buy 2 smaller coffee tables and put them together.

Two smaller tables will offer you some versatility. They're easier to move around should the need arise.

This table is 36 x 36. 2 together would create a 72 x 36 table for you. That would work well. I'd look for a table around 34-36" square. There are many more available.

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How about this table? Does the color look ok? Open to feedback!!!

I think the color and style is fine, but for the same sale price you can get the rectangular style, which is 49" long plus two nesting tables of 23". I think you need the longer length.