GOOD!!! Fried brain continues as Michael Buble songs gets remixed in my head. I have pictures to post! There is still a lot of tweaking to do but the bulk of the work is complete! So without further ado and with lots of pictures, let the den reveal begin!
Den Before(Confession -this was the Christmas shortly after we moved in. We ripped out those brass doors and put in gas logs shortly after but I wanted you to see the total transformation from the getgo! And yes – that is a Billy Big Mouth on the hearth – wasn’t married long enough to say not to hubby on design details and still figuring out our (read my) style!)
Den AfterStill have lots of tweaking to do with the built-ins. It will be at least a month long process or sickness – however you choose to look at it!
Chair Before – Purple
Chair AfterI did a lot better job this go recovering – experience pays off!
Window before
(NOTE: faces have been blurred to protect the innocent – namely me because if DH knew I was posting him and a buddy chilling during a game under the colored blankies I might be in for some trouble)
Window After
NEED YOUR OPINION!
I had originally planned to put this green trim on the curtains to tie in the color of my sofa -what do you think?
Here’s one pane with and one without to help you decide.
Big Black Box ViewI’m getting rid of this baby this week – woo hoo! I never thought I would want a TV for a anniversary/mother’s day gift but after 9 long years with this big black box I’m ready for something a little more subtle. Can’t wait to share!
Also – notice that the doors are not back on the built-ins. Can you say project? I’m having trouble convincing DH of my vision. He’ll come around and help me and it will be fabulous and I will share!
Corner View So what do you think? I really like the way it turned out and I am so excited to bring blue into my decor. I’ve still got to figure out what I’m going to put on the walls and continue to tweak the built-ins. Thanks for your patience! Have a great week!
May 4, 2009
It all looks great! I like the curtains both ways but the green gives it a little oomph. :)Lisa
May 5, 2009
I agree with Lisa-the trim gives a little pazzazz-
Love the colors, the white built-ins-the whole shebang is awesome!!!
Great job!
May 5, 2009
Just Love it! I think the green trim is a must. It gives it that finished detailed look.
May 5, 2009
Hey!
I saw you left a comment on my blog, so I hopped on over to yours!! I am shannon’s (bless our nest) good friend and are slowly finding new fun blogs! I will enjoy keeping up with yours. I like the green trim too!!
May 5, 2009
It looks WONDERFUL! I love the colors! I think the green trim looks great! I would keep that. I love that fabric. LOVE everything!!
May 5, 2009
Wow Carmella it looks great! I love the curtains…I think I need to hire you! I have been wanting some but have no idea what to get or how to make them!
Amy S
May 5, 2009
super duper fabulous! kendra d
May 5, 2009
Wow! Looks like you got lots of work done! You must have been crackin’ that whip, girlie! I think youe built ins look fab- they are looking well balanced and you know less is more bc it won’t look cluttered, plus less to dust. Those curtaind are to die for!!!! They are so soft and cozy looking. I say go with the trim- it seems to add a finishing touch, dontcha think??? I am thinking that you have the same color couch that I have. I have to be careful with it- can’t do anything dark around, your lite colors look sooo good.
Andi
May 5, 2009
I love the curtain with the green trim. Makes it really elegant. A Tuscan Canister would look great on one of those shelves!
May 5, 2009
I like the green trim on the window treatments.
Thanks for stopping by my blog. BTW, your before picture of your fireplace looks just like one we had in Texarkana and one we had in Little Rock before that.
May 5, 2009
Looking good! I love that chair that you recovered. And I definitely love the green trim on the curtains…keep it.
May 7, 2009
You did a wonderful job. I do like the green trim on the drape. Makes it look finished and ties in nicely. The blue adds a nice pop to the room.
May 7, 2009
Love the new den! I think it looks fabulous. The curtains are really pretty both ways, but I definitely like them with the trim the best. And, I love the chair you recovered! Nice job!
May 8, 2009
Liking the green trim. Hey, I could use your help over at my place!
May 8, 2009
Everything looks SO pretty! I love how you’ve painted, and the colors are perfect. The new chair is great too…great job recovering! Was that a family piece or did you pick it up somewhere along the way? I love the lines of it. Thanks for showing it to us!
Carrie
May 8, 2009
WOW! What a great transformation!
I also like the trim on the window treatments! Oh, and the chair looks great!
Stop on over to my blog if you have time, I would love your opinion of my bricks…
May 9, 2009
i like the green trim! looks great!
May 11, 2009
Wonderful job! The chair and curtains are my favorites-definitely go with the green trim. Makes it look PROFESSIONAL!