Here is the before picture. (I do have some pretty ugly couches, but they are sleeper sofas that come in handy. When we retire and move THEN we may think of replacements!
Here is the other side of the room
I also moved and organized one of my hutches. I placed all of the blueware in the top part (with a tiny bit of other stuff)
This gave it a much neater appearance. All of my other sets I placed below behind the closed doors which I did not picture here.
Below is where I moved the hutch (we have two rooms used for dining).
I also moved the furniture around in my dining area (this area previously had the big table against this wall below and I moved the round one here.
Below is the big table now facing the windows for our enjoyment. Note--this table below has the same tablecloth as on my table in the other room. I love the colors and have two!
In cleaning a closet , I came across my old phone. We grew up with this --I believe we have had it since the 50's. (It still was working when we used to have a land line a few years ago). Notice the telephone number! It always makes me think of the movie, Dial M for Murder !
I have not been blogging much lately--I have been enjoying moving things and changing things up and have been doing lots of reading of books (not blogs)....I am slowing down !
I just love your cottage - it is so cute and cozy and full of warmth!!!
ReplyDeleteYou really have lightened it up but it still looks cozy! I couldn't help but notice on your telephone it has Riverview on it...that's our street name....who would have guessed that!
ReplyDeleteI love all the pretty light colors, however I really liked all the red too. I so agree that it does the soul good to change things up a bit and just think, you get all that deep cleaning done at the same time. Your home is just lovely. It shows how much attention you pay to it. Hugs, Marty
ReplyDeleteI love your lighter look too. You're about ready for spring! The window area looks especially nice with just the valances.
ReplyDeleteHugs,
Dawn
Your cute little cottage is just adorable.
ReplyDeleteI keep most of my reds year 'round...just add MORE during the cold months. :O)
I do like the refreshed room better. Your corner cupboard is awesome. I love built ins.
ReplyDeleteOh, I think it looks really nice! You have some beautiful blue china too, love the hutch and your home looks very cozy, charming and inviting! Hugs, Cindy
ReplyDeleteYou have done a great job! Love your dishes all neatly displayed!
ReplyDeleteCarolyn
How did you move the hutch?
ReplyDeleteHi Kim
ReplyDeleteI like all the changes. Seeint the phone brings back lotd o memories for me. I love the sound of the dial as it goes around. I can hear it now.
I am enjoying the mild weather here too.
Hugs, Rhondi
Love the old telephone and blue and white dishes! What a nice collection. Lezlee
ReplyDeleteI love the light and airy feeling you've given your home. Warmer temps would invoke that feeling wouldn't it.
ReplyDeleteWe've had 50's and 60's here the last couple of days now... so maybe if things continue on the rise ...I'll want light and airy too! (well, i want it now, but nights are still too chilly for the change just yet)
You have a comfy home. Love it!
I really like your lightened up version. I always lighten everything up after all of the Christmas color, it is wonderful for Christmas, but Jan and Feb call for more calmness, I think. It helps me, anyway. Your sweet little cottage is really pretty, lovely windows and I love the lace curtains. Thank you for your kind comment on my blog re: my kitchen. It has been fun dreaming and shopping to put it all together.:0)
ReplyDeleteKim, I love your lighter look, and the white wicker love seat makes me very happy. I couldn't believe my eyes when I saw your collection of Currier and Ives dishware. I also have a large collection and have been planning to do a tablescape with the dishes "one of these days", but I think that you have inspired me to get moving on that.
ReplyDelete♥, Susan
Those were good ideas - I may do the same thing as we are getting better weather. You collection of transferware is beautiful.
ReplyDeleteI love the look. I'm in the mood for making some changes too, but I have my husband doing a few projects before I can get started.
ReplyDeleteI'd give anything for 60 degrees!
Sue
It is always fun to rearrange and shop around your own home for decorating! Great old phone!
ReplyDeleteI love the bright cheery walls. I wish it was in the 60's here. We woke up to about 4" of snow and no school for the kiddos! Gotta Love California.
ReplyDeleteI'm envious of your china collection and cabinet! Thanks for visiting and commenting on my blog! Take Care!
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