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Monday, September 12, 2011

Room by Room; My New Living Room


Today is the second installment of
Room by Room over at Cottage and Vine.
So I grabbed my camera and shot a few photos
from my Living Room.




If you've been with me for awhile you'll know that I've finished
the big job of painting out most of my furniture to white,
the latest being my massive, still hanging, chandy.




It was a huge job and I'm still tweaking,
but I'm beyond happy with how it is turning out.



Comfortable yet elegant,
with a Frenchy flair.





To make the transition I had to paint about 15 pieces of furniture
and countless small changes.



This all started back over the July 4th weekend,
and I've worked pretty much non-stop since then.














If you're new to my blog, I hope you'll follow along
as I'm starting to decorate for Fall.

and come join in for my weekly link party,
Vintage Inspiration Friday



Roomspiration, A View Along the Way
click below


also linking to Kim's WOW us Wednesday

Hope you're off to a great start of the week,

xoxo,

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65 comments:

  1. Lakeshore Cottage LivingSeptember 12, 2011 at 10:35 AM

    Oh what a beautiful room! You have done a fabulous job Debra.

    Kristine

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  2. UnknownSeptember 12, 2011 at 10:42 AM

    Your room looks wonderful Debra ! It look so fresh and inviting . It's nice and large too, mine is really small (cozy )but I love it.

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  3. Ruth @ White WhimsySeptember 12, 2011 at 10:48 AM

    What a gorgeous room!!! I love it!

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  4. a quiet lifeSeptember 12, 2011 at 10:49 AM

    such a wonderful room!

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  5. BenteSeptember 12, 2011 at 10:53 AM

    Your livingroom is so fantastic.

    Have a great week

    Bente

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  6. Brynwood NeedleworksSeptember 12, 2011 at 10:54 AM

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  7. Cindy (Applestone Cottage)September 12, 2011 at 10:54 AM

    Holy Cow it's gorgeous!
    All of your hard work has paid off. I love that with the white it's still cozy and warm!

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  8. AnonymousSeptember 12, 2011 at 10:55 AM

    Wow your living room looks so gorgeous!! I love everything about it. Your fireplace screen is beautiful. You did such a fabulous job.

    Kathy

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  9. Brynwood NeedleworksSeptember 12, 2011 at 10:56 AM

    Hi Debra:
    That a beautiful, comfortable and inviting room. I can't imagine anyone not falling in love with the result of all your hard and loving work!

    Sorry I haven't been around in a while. (We've been traveling this summer.) But, I'm back now and will continue to stop by and say "Hello".

    Hugs from FL,
    xoxo
    Donna
    PS. Sorry for the deleted comment. I hate typos! xoxo

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  10. KarenaSeptember 12, 2011 at 11:06 AM

    Debra Bravo!! The work you put into this really makes a difference. I love the white! It offsets your warm tones beautifully!

    xoxo
    Karena

    Art by Karena

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  11. Sweet Cottage DreamsSeptember 12, 2011 at 11:08 AM

    Absolutley
    Gorgeous
    And
    Done
    To
    Perfection!!!

    Bravooooooooo!

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  12. Susan FreemanSeptember 12, 2011 at 11:10 AM

    Great job ~ beautiful room and I love that clock!

    Hugs,
    Susan and Bentley

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  13. Dreaming of VintageSeptember 12, 2011 at 11:23 AM

    Beautiful room! Your gustavian floor clock is to die for!
    Kelly

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  14. A room with a viewSeptember 12, 2011 at 11:27 AM

    You have obviously put a lot of work into this space- it looks amazing! And I do love the vaulted ceiling with the beams..so much character.

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  15. red.neck chicSeptember 12, 2011 at 11:29 AM

    Oh Debra... it's GORGEOUS!!!!

    xoxoxo
    robelyn

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  16. Mira CrispSeptember 12, 2011 at 11:35 AM

    wow! beautiful! looks so cozy!

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  17. Blondie's JournalSeptember 12, 2011 at 11:40 AM

    Beautiful, Debra! Your living room should be on the cover of a magazine, especially the first shot!! I mean that! Love your ceiling and all the gorgeous pieces you painted!

    XO,
    Jane

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  18. ChiPPy-SHaBBySeptember 12, 2011 at 11:43 AM

    Debra...
    When can I come over!?!?! Just Lovely... Sooooo cozy and warm...
    Jeanine, ChiPPy!-SHaBBy!

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  19. Julie MarieSeptember 12, 2011 at 11:59 AM

    Debra, your home is just so very beautiful!... It is so warm and inviting, I love all of the colors of your couches, loveseats, rugs, etc and you have such a flair for adding just the right touches everywhere... Happy Autumn to you... xoxo Julie Marie

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  20. Honey at 2805September 12, 2011 at 12:07 PM

    Gorgeous! Gorgeous! Gorgeous! And it's Fabulous too!

    What a beautiful room. You should submit your before and after story and pictures to magazines!

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  21. French KissedSeptember 12, 2011 at 12:29 PM

    Outstanding transformation! I am especially loving the corner with the Mora clock and the white chair...did you paint the clock, too? Also loving all of the details you added or that just seem to show up more now. Gorgeous...I'll bet you just love sitting in there and admiring it all.

    Jermaine

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  22. IdoSeptember 12, 2011 at 12:33 PM

    Your living room looks gorgeous, love that Mora clock, the changes are fantastic, can't believe the chandy transformation, your living room deserves a big "10" Great Job!
    XXX Ido

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  23. AngelaSeptember 12, 2011 at 12:42 PM

    It really is such a wonderful transformation. That formal feeling is all gone, replaced with a soft comfortable one. Aren't you glad you listened to your heart?

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  24. UnknownSeptember 12, 2011 at 12:45 PM

    WOW! Debra, I love this room. It is beautiful, but cozy! AWESOME!

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  25. foreverdecoratingSeptember 12, 2011 at 12:59 PM

    This room is so calm, interesting, and beautiful. I will have to keep coming back to study your design...just stunning.

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  26. Sherry @ No Minimalist HereSeptember 12, 2011 at 1:01 PM

    Debra, This room is one of my absolute favorites. I must admit I was one of those that told you not to paint the clock. I am eating my words now because it looks beautiful.
    xo,
    Sherry

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  27. Amy KinserSeptember 12, 2011 at 1:04 PM

    This is fabulous room. It has an elegant yet cozy feel. I love the beams! The entire room is just so very pretty and put together.

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  28. OliveSeptember 12, 2011 at 1:38 PM

    Fifteen pieces painted, you are off the chain but in a totally worth it way.

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  29. Pamela GordonSeptember 12, 2011 at 1:46 PM

    You did a beautiful job on your living room! It looks very very nice. I'm looking forward to participating in VIF this week. I've started my fall decorating. I hope you have a great week. Blessings, Pamela

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  30. DortheSeptember 12, 2011 at 1:50 PM

    Oh Debra- now when the ladder and covering of furnichures, have gone, I can really see the so amazingly beautiful sitting room -of yours. Painting the chandelier gave it the last fantastic look, dear friend.It is such a joy looking at your photoes, of beauty.
    Hugs and love from
    Dorthe

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  31. ConnieSeptember 12, 2011 at 2:17 PM

    Your hard work shows off as fabulous. I love the wall color with the bright whites. The touches of green and leaving the wood stained beams overhead was just right. You are one gutsy lady to climb that high and stay that long to repaint that chandy There is no stopping a woman on a mission!

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  32. Patty & KennethSeptember 12, 2011 at 2:45 PM

    Beautiful! I too am repainting furniture white. I will be looking back on your room for inspiration.

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  33. On Crooked CreekSeptember 12, 2011 at 2:54 PM

    Debra,
    I adore the use of painted furniture! The soft hues in your room are accentuated by the soft white palette! I know this has NOT been an easy or a quick fix, but the results are exquisite, dear! Enjoy!. . .and thank you for allowing us into your lovely home to share in it's beauty!
    Fondly,
    Pat

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  34. UnknownSeptember 12, 2011 at 3:21 PM

    What a beautiful room i love it the white painted furniture looks gorgeous the room feels fresh yet comfortable. I absolutley adore your clock

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  35. g.suzieSeptember 12, 2011 at 3:26 PM

    It all looks very stunning. . .I love your tone on tone
    color palette !
    And you are a very brave lady to take on painting
    a chandelier, OH MY.
    What is the colour you have used on your walls, I
    really like it.
    Can't wait for the fall decorations post.
    sj.

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  36. Jane@Cottage at the CrossroadsSeptember 12, 2011 at 3:28 PM

    Your living room is just stunning! It is magazine worthy. I hope someone contacts you about it. I like how you've painted many of your pieces, but you've also left some wooden ones. There is one word that comes to my mind to describe your room: WARM!

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  37. JennSeptember 12, 2011 at 3:29 PM

    What a GORGEOUS room! Those beams! I like your white furniture updates ... the room as a whole is incredibly inviting :)

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  38. Pam@OurAdventuresInHomeImprovementSeptember 12, 2011 at 3:53 PM

    Debra, your room is beautiful! And huge!! Great job painting all of those pieces. I love the white chandelier.

    Have a great day.
    Pam

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  39. At The Picket FenceSeptember 12, 2011 at 4:05 PM

    Oh Debra! Everything is looking just gorgeous! The entire room is light and bright and yet still has such an elegant and traditional feel to it. I just love it! :-)
    Vanessa

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  40. Creative Choices Interior(s)September 12, 2011 at 4:22 PM

    So beautiful. I love how the whites and brown under tones work together.

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  41. the old white houseSeptember 12, 2011 at 4:29 PM

    oh my Debra, what a beautiful room. I know that I have seen it before but WOW! All of your transformations are really beautiful. t. xoxoxoox

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  42. Ricki TreleavenSeptember 12, 2011 at 5:37 PM

    Debra, your living room is absolutely *gorgeous* It is so dramatic with the beams and cathedral ceiling!!! You are truly a gifted decorator. (I wish we were neighbors ;P )

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  43. SusanSeptember 12, 2011 at 7:04 PM

    Debra I absolutely love your sofas! They are so pretty! The pillows on the sofas are gorgeous!!
    I love how you combined the earth tones with the creamy whites! So beautiful!

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  44. Prudently Painted VintageSeptember 12, 2011 at 7:06 PM

    This is an absolutely gorgeous room!! Love every inch of it. I am dying over that chandelier. Lovely!

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  45. VickiSeptember 12, 2011 at 7:13 PM

    I can't believe you got the chandy painted! The room looks great. I love the whites with the neutrals. Beautiful!

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  46. KellySeptember 12, 2011 at 7:18 PM

    Wow! Your living room is stunning! I love all the white painted pieces and the french feel you've added. The beams in your ceiling are making me completely jealous! Wish I had high ceilings with rustic beams. All your hard work has paid off!

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  47. CindySeptember 12, 2011 at 7:56 PM

    Your room looks absolutely gorgeous! It could be on the cover of a magazine... Amazing

    Cindy

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  48. Kim @ Savvy Southern StyleSeptember 12, 2011 at 8:13 PM

    Debra, I just love seeing this room again. I love beams in a room. That just adds so much to the room.

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  49. RuthSMac.September 12, 2011 at 10:39 PM

    It's beautiful and so cozy! I ♥ it all :)

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  50. Becca BertottiSeptember 13, 2011 at 5:11 AM

    Fabulous, fabulous room, Debra! Still drooling over your recently painted chandie! And, love the pops of Fall on your mantel. Truly inspirational. We have the same ceiling .. WISH we could add beams!

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  51. RenéSeptember 13, 2011 at 10:12 AM

    It wouldn't surprise me if this room turns up in a magazine one day. It is absolutely beautiful! Those ceilings are wonderful!

    Thanks so much for sharing your lovely space in the "Room to Room" series!

    -Rene

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  52. BitsAndPiecesSeptember 13, 2011 at 4:18 PM

    Debra, I love how you have transformed that room. It's a beauty!

    Sandy

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  53. White Ironstone CottageSeptember 13, 2011 at 5:04 PM

    Your living room is absolutely gorgeous
    Looks so inviting
    great job and wonderful pictures too
    xxoo
    Pam

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  54. CindySeptember 13, 2011 at 8:15 PM

    I love your living room. Just enough white to rest the eyes, but the warm walls, rug, couches make it just perfect for Fall...so beautiful.

    c

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  55. Erin {Lavender and Lemon Drops}September 14, 2011 at 1:44 AM

    What a beautiful living room! I love the chandy and the fireplace is stunning! Great Job :)

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  56. JillySeptember 14, 2011 at 2:33 AM

    Well, It wouldn't surprise me if this room turns up in a magazine one day. It is absolutely beautiful, Those ceilings are wonderful!
    Appreciate so much for sharing your great space in the "Room to Room" series!
    sex and addiction

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  57. Tammy@Beatrice BanksSeptember 14, 2011 at 9:54 AM

    So very beautiful!!

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  58. reFresh reStyleSeptember 14, 2011 at 3:59 PM

    Debra this one of my favorite living rooms! I love the ceiling and white changes...very frenchy!
    Debbie

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  59. Ramblings of a Southern Girl ~ Rhonda GSeptember 14, 2011 at 8:47 PM

    Gorgeous room! The white pieces look so elegant and pretty! Love the pillows on your sofa!

    New to your blog... I'll definitely be checking back to see what you have in store for fall! :)

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  60. ShanSeptember 15, 2011 at 8:07 PM

    Absolutely gorgeous! Painting furniture is a huge undertaking and to paint so many pieces too! WOW! I believe it has been worth it. This room looks like it should be in a magazine...the photos are impressive. So enjoyed your post and thankful you joined us for Roomspiration. :D

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  61. CarrieSeptember 15, 2011 at 9:08 PM

    Lol! You left a comment on my blog stating our rooms were seperated at birth - you are absolutely correct! I literally felt like I was in your room, seeing the structure is near identical. And the fact that they are both done in whites... what are the odds? Oh, and btw - your chandalier has a little sister in my dinning room. ;)

    Your newest follower,
    Carrie

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  62. Ethereal PLUS what I LoveSeptember 17, 2011 at 6:23 AM

    Love that clock ... its so pretty!

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  63. UnknownSeptember 18, 2011 at 11:13 PM

    Very pretty room.

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  64. Junk FairySeptember 26, 2011 at 9:43 AM

    Oh Debra, Keep all those brown dark colors the look is stunning! You added just the right amount of white to make elegant.
    XO

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