Saturday, February 2, 2013

It's Never Just About the Walls

Painting a room is never just about the walls, is it?

Especially when there's a change of color...
then new curtains are a must.



I like simple window treatments that let the light in.



Repainting gives an excuse to change around accessories...as
if we need a reason to make changes!








I brought in these columns to add height to this corner.



And while everything is off the walls...and you've just gone to a
barn sale and found some awesome shutters...it's the
perfect opportunity to hang something different.



The curved top and original hardware have so much character.







They are a perfect fit on the wall between the
family room and dining room.




I appreciate you all stopping by,

Mary Alice

47 comments:

  1. Your home is so beautiful....the new paint color, the new window panels, the accessories....everything is just stunning! The shutters are so fabulous too :o) Love it all!
    ~Des

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  2. I am a "new" reader and follower. You have such lovely photos.

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  3. Hi Mary Alice,
    Stunning decoration.2 columns are pretty behind the desk. I learn many things from your blog
    beautiful Mary
    have a nice weekend

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  4. I just KNOW your heart when pitter pat when you found those fabulous shutters! And you had the perfect wall waiting for them to be hung.

    Love the curtains, too! You are so right. Painting walls starts the domino effect. :)

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  5. The room looks beautiful, Mary Alice! Love your new drapes. Those shutters are wonderful!

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  6. Can I come and shop your house!! You have the prettiest accessories Mary Alice, I love the new curtains!

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  7. Everything looks beautiful, Mary Alice! It's so fun to re-accessorize a freshly painted room. Those shutters are gorgeous!

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  8. Hi Mary Alice, I love your old shutters. They add such character. The new curtains are great, Jean

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  9. I love your home! And the bow tie backs on your gorgeous curtains are wonderful! I always love them tied back :)

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  10. I love those curtains. Did you make them? Are they burlap or linen? Please share.

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  11. Love - Love - Love those new "old" shutters you hung on the wall! You're so right about the arched tops and hardware adding character. Those were a great find! I like them hung on the wall like that. Love your wall color too. I know all about how one thing leads to another. Love your burlap draperies and your columns. I know you must be enjoying the changes.

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  12. I love the hardware on your shutters.

    Before blogging, I rarely thought about using anything other than art on our walls. And, because our home is also an art studio/gallery it is mostly art on the walls. But, I am craving an old door or shutter for a wall. I just have to find the right piece.

    I'm off today to look for just the right color papers for your book. It will be fun to look for embellishments in my stash that remind me of your vignettes. A fun challenge!

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  13. Wow! Those shutters are a beautiful architectural art form. I'm so glad you didn't pass them up. The columns and that old door are great too. I love it that when we change one thing in a room it leads to others, always keeping things fresh looking. Nice job!

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  14. I love love the shutters! I also think those columns are so unique and interesting. Love all your architectural details!

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  15. You have a great eye for balance and detail. I really love the shutters and columns and the drapes are just beautiful!

    XO,
    Jane

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  16. Love the curtains and love the shutters! Wonderful!

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  17. Love it all! Thanks for sharing..

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  18. Gorgeous. The curtains are perfect. Did you line them? I'm always torn because I like the light coming in. The hardware on your shutters is great!

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  19. such gorgeous peely textures and shadowy lighting, mary alice.

    :)
    michele

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  20. I love your window treatments...they are perfect! And don't shutters make the best wall decor! I have some and just love them. I've never posted them...I'll have to get on that!
    Hope you are having a GREAT Saturday!!!
    Blessings,
    Cindy

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  21. Beautiful colors, love the window treatments and those shutters are great, perfect where you hung them! I love the pedestals and the finial on top...I have both almost identical to yours, I need to get them out and displayed. Sweet desk too! Thanks for sharing!
    ~Pendra

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  22. Beautiful room Mary Alice! LOVE those shutters and your curtains too!
    xx
    Anne

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  23. You always know just the right touches to really make a room! Great curtains, and those shutters are just fabulous!
    Hugs,
    Patti

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  24. Those shutters were a wonderful find! Luv the light peeking in through the texture of the curtain panels.
    HUGS, Gee

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  25. So so pretty, Mary Alice. From the columns to the drapery fabric to the shutters. It is so ironic that I am headed to a favorite antique mall tomorrow to look for two of the items (columns and shutters/windows) that you have pictured here. If you would only allow your readers to shop your home... would be the best one stop shop around!
    melinda

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  26. The wall you have your new shutters on is so exactly perfect for them. Your desk at an angle looks wonderful, too. Pretty style!

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  27. It all looks great and those shutters are to die for!

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  28. Mary Alice, everything looks great! The shutters are amazing!

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  29. the columns and the shutters..wow!!! what interesting touches you add!! makes my square pictures everywhere look kind of lame!! happy Sunday!

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  30. Very nice curtains! and those shutters...!
    I love your home, I love every single detail of it.
    Congratulations!
    Besos, Silvina

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  31. Wonderful, Mary Alice! Great photos, and I love the curtains! Very soothing color! :-)

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  32. I love the curtains - are they burlap? I'm thinking about making some for the new house when we finally get in... or using painter's drop cloth. Im leaning to the burlap because like you, I prefer a lighter feeling.
    k

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  33. Love those shutters! The new drapes are great too, that burlap bow is so sweet. Hope you are having a great weekend, Laura

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  34. LOVE the patina and shape of those shutters! They do fit perfectly! Oh yes, painting is only step one of the domino effect LOL! Hugs, Leena

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  35. GREAT POST:)

    Your blog is so wonderful and Im following...I hope you follow me also:)

    If you want to see a beautiful Swedish home..check out my blog:)

    Have a great week dear

    LOVE Maria
    at inredningsvis.se
    (sweden)

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  36. Oh yes, I love what new paint and drapery can do! Looks gorgeous!

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  37. Wow. Beautiful drapes, columns, shutters and colors.

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  38. The shutters are lovely! Your entire home is just lovely Mary Alice!

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  39. Ooh, you have to share where you got those gorgeous curtains! Loving the shutters, too.

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  40. Love the shutters, the arch is charming.

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  41. Oh how I love the shutters! I am your newest follower via Linky!

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  42. Great change around, and you are right, it is never just a paint job....
    My hubby knows that too, and rolls his eyes when I mention a paint job....
    Love those shutters you found.
    Nancy
    come for a visit.
    http://wildoakdesigns.blogpspot.com

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  43. This is such a beautiful room Mary Alice. I love the burlap curtains and the columns! I'd love it if you linked this to my new linky party, "What We've Accomplished Wednesdays." It is live right now.

    Have a great week!
    Deborah

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  44. What a lovely room! I especially love the desk, the shutters and the gorgeous lamp! And, of course, I'm LOVING the red toile! Thanks so much for sharing! =D

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  45. So lovely! I could move right in. I love your home ;)
    Jamie ~ Better With Age

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