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Sunday, April 15, 2012

Tweaking and fluffing...is there no end ?

You might remember that I just bought these two VERY inexpensive chairs a few weeks back....
and covered the olden ottoman in a claret Surefit ottoman slipcover.
Now...
I love my reds.
I truly do.....
but red is a very warm color so I love being able to take most of my reds
OUT of the room (this is why I LUV creamy white walls) in the hot weather and go
with something that looks COOLER.
(I am dying to add touches of the fabulous and delicious TURQUOISE color for coolness)
daughter, STACY, and I were out shopping one day and
I saw this wicker storage ottoman and FELL IN LOVE.
I love the clean look of it...plus having a great storage place for those warm throws.
I added some cute candles....
my $3.00 ceramic CAMEL
and this awesome little faux PALM from KIRKLANDS
and I am going back to see if they have another..
I'd love one in my hallway.
Right now, ANYthing that will store something is on
MY HIGH FIVE LIST....!!


I also like the texture of the basket and the smoothness of the FAUX leather top.

Ya know, before BLOGGING, I never gave 'texture' much thought. Just didn't occur to me that rooms needed
rough
smooth
dull
and bright......light and dark.
 ....and that things looked better in odd numbers....
 I just LOVE knowing that.........
but I HAVE always known that ......
IF YA LIKE IT....it's right for you.

AND.....I like my new little ottoman.

Don't ya love moving things around a bit....
or getting a "somethin' new" that you really like ?....MEEE, TOO !
The good thing is...



If I WANT to add a touch of red in the summertime....

I can
BRING OUT THE STRAWBERRIES. 
 ♥ ♥ ♥

XOXO bj

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51 comments:

  1. Linens Lace and LattesApril 15, 2012 at 9:18 AM

    I liked the red but I REALLY like the new look. Bringing in those berries will be just what you need to pull it all together!
    deb
    linens lace and lattes

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  2. ℳartina @ Northern NestingApril 15, 2012 at 9:21 AM

    Great post Bj and I love your new ottoman, it's perfect for the warmer months! Your room looks so pretty!

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  3. MindyApril 15, 2012 at 9:26 AM

    Ohh, I love it! What a major difference such a small change makes, eh?
    I too love to rearrange things every now and then. It freshens things up and makes old things seem new again.
    Great post.

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  4. Ladydy5 aka: Diane YatesApril 15, 2012 at 9:31 AM

    You are just toooo much. Very creative, very decorative and I do need to get that camel.

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  5. PondsideApril 15, 2012 at 9:51 AM

    I like your summer/winter looks very much - and I love your summer idea for bringing in red!

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  6. VeeApril 15, 2012 at 10:04 AM

    It's always lovely here, BJ. I don't think about texture enough. Thanks for mentioning it. I have known that things look better in threes or fives or sevens. Your ottoman is perfect looking and an added bonus is the storage. That red is great for cold days, which I'm sure a long gone for you now.

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  7. VeeApril 15, 2012 at 10:06 AM

    Oops...forgot to add the rest...which is why my header does NOT look as lovely as yours. I selected four photos. Hmmm...nope, not changing it today.

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  8. LynnApril 15, 2012 at 10:25 AM

    Lovin' your fun new ottoman BJ! It looks great and I don't think I noticed the rooster pics before-very cool, love the colors:@)

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  9. FABBY'S LIVINGApril 15, 2012 at 10:28 AM

    Oh I love that ottoman coffee-table look..just great! I like how cool it looks and the storage it gives you too. I think your room looks great with the two new chairs and ottoman. Perfect!
    Have a nice Sunday.
    FABBY

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  10. Terra April 15, 2012 at 10:30 AM

    You have a great flair for decorating and a fun way of describing your projects. Have a lovely Sunday.

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  11. Madeline's AlbumApril 15, 2012 at 10:40 AM

    Love your new Ottoman. Looks great with the new chairs. Have a blessed Sunday. Madeline

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  12. Patty PattersonApril 15, 2012 at 10:49 AM

    Love the room! I'd really like a better look at those white book shelves, though. Are they built in or a special find you found somewhere? I'm wanting to put bookcases in an upstairs room - someday and they would be perfect.... I think. I just need a closer look. Now you have something else to blog about... book shelves! :-)

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  13. Patty PattersonApril 15, 2012 at 10:49 AM

    Love the room! I'd really like a better look at those white book shelves, though. Are they built in or a special find you found somewhere? I'm wanting to put bookcases in an upstairs room - someday and they would be perfect.... I think. I just need a closer look. Now you have something else to blog about... book shelves! :-)

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  14. Sandi McBrideApril 15, 2012 at 11:32 AM

    I love the look of these chairs...I could curl up like a cat and have a nap...hey...wait..I am a cat...
    Batgirl

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  15. RitaApril 15, 2012 at 11:46 AM

    That ottoman is perfect for your beautiful chairs. Great photo of you and your guy. Wishing you a restful happy week.
    Rita

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  16. DebbiedoosApril 15, 2012 at 1:34 PM

    Very pretty ottoman Bj! You are creating such a cozy space to sit and relax....if only you could actually do that soon:)

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  17. Robin@DecoratingTennisGirlApril 15, 2012 at 1:38 PM

    Wow, Beeej! I love it all. Great job!!!

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  18. Korrie@RedHenHomeApril 15, 2012 at 3:24 PM

    I love the new look! It's good to have options ;-)

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  19. UnknownApril 15, 2012 at 4:54 PM

    LOVE LOVE LOVE that ottoman! And I think it looks very stylish with your chairs! Now if you want to see someone trying to take red outta their room - go read my latest blog post - it'll give you a chuckle! Your room looks wonderful!

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  20. On Crooked CreekApril 15, 2012 at 6:14 PM

    BJ,
    WoW!!! This is a perfect ottoman! I adore your new little cozy corner with the chairs, your hutch and the ottoman! I just bought the Romantic Prairie Style book using the last of my Christmas gift certificates!!!I haven't had a chance to "read" it as yet with dinner groups, TORNADOES, and the ladies of my circle coming...it's on my "to ~do" list for the weekend! "Mr. Ed" and I are starting an "update" for the kitchen...thanks for the inspirations from Sweet Nothings...I sure think you're a Sweet Something!!!
    Fondly,
    Pat

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  21. AnonymousApril 15, 2012 at 6:22 PM

    Your summer room looks so refreshing! I love the touch of the little palm tree. :)

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  22. Blondie's JournalApril 15, 2012 at 6:22 PM

    I love your new ottoman! Straw, wicker, sisal, jute...I love all of that stuff in the summer. I somehow missed seeing your new chairs...I thought I never missed one of your posts! I love them! This is a very comfortable area and looks so perfect!

    Have a good week! :)

    XO,
    Jane

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  23. Ricki TreleavenApril 15, 2012 at 6:28 PM

    Strawberries are the perfect red for summertime! I love fluffing the home, and it really doesn't ever end! :D

    XO,
    RJ

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  24. doodles n daydreamsApril 15, 2012 at 6:40 PM

    I've always thought of black and white as being too stark, but the way you have put everything together is lovely, the reds for warmth and the cooler summer colours. I'm looking forward to seeing your turquoise additions :D)

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  25. Penny from Enjoying The Simple ThingsApril 15, 2012 at 7:11 PM

    Love your changes. That ottoman is perfect!

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  26. TheresaApril 15, 2012 at 7:13 PM

    Love your chairs! I want them too:) I adore the red added in even in the Summer:) Have a blessed evening and save me some strawberries! HUGS!

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  27. Kathleen GraceApril 15, 2012 at 7:52 PM

    No,it never does end my friend, because we love making our homes pretty and there is no end of ways to do that. You always make things look fresh and pretty I really do lovw the texture on the ottoman!

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  28. RalphApril 15, 2012 at 8:32 PM

    The simplest change from red (to not red) does change the character of the room in one step - and nothing else has. Your sense of decoration is unparalleled!

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  29. Chrissy...The Apothecary ShopApril 15, 2012 at 8:48 PM

    B.J ....I am sorry I did not catch the name of the magazine this post is in!!!!!!!!!!!!!!! I love it,so classy yet inviting which is not an easy look to pull off!!! Hope your well...lots of love to you,Sea

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  30. ShugApril 15, 2012 at 9:27 PM

    I think you have done a great job here...I'm with you! I love red, but in the summer, I am ready for some cooler colors! I use a lot of black in our home and I have plans to add some hints of green as well as the turquoise color too.
    Everything is looking great around there Bj...
    Hugs

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  31. Something Nice and PrettyApril 15, 2012 at 11:00 PM

    Wonderful job on decorating the room, looks just fabulous and I love the new storage ottoman!

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  32. Wsprsweetly Of CottagesApril 16, 2012 at 12:55 AM

    Oh..well..not sure I can do that. I really am addicted to red..summer or winter..I just go in the living room for cool as all my rooms ..sorta different. Florals and roses in there with robin's egg blue. I'll just leave my reds. I mean, Christmas IS just around the corner..right? :)
    Hugs!

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  33. SuzyApril 16, 2012 at 4:36 AM

    This looks great! It's amazing how just changing out a color can totally transform a room. I think turquoise would a great pop of color in your space.

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  34. SuzyApril 16, 2012 at 4:38 AM

    Oh - I forgot to mention that I just followed you on GFC and Linky. Have a great day!

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  35. The French HutchApril 16, 2012 at 6:45 AM

    I need to do this too, my red hydrangeas have to go from the foyer for a summer look. I love your new summer look with the light colors, guess I should get busy since it already feels like summer! Great look!

    ~Emily
    the French Hutch

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  36. Auntie sezzzzzz...April 16, 2012 at 7:36 AM

    Oh Dear, I don't know how you can bear to switch, from that gorgeous black/white/RED winter look!!!! I love it soooooo! :-)

    "(Children) still believe in God, the family, angels, devils, witches, goblins, logic, clarity, punctuation, and other such obsolete stuff.... When a book is boring, they yawn openly."
    ~Isaac Bashevis Singer, 1978

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  37. chateau chicApril 16, 2012 at 8:12 AM

    I love being able to move things around and in and out. What a great ottoman. Love it without its cover for summer. Such a delightful room.
    Mary Alice

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  38. LindaApril 16, 2012 at 9:09 AM

    Juts the ability to CHANGE is alwasy good! I love it both ways! Suit your moods and seasons!!

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  39. Mary Ann PickettApril 16, 2012 at 9:26 AM

    Nice! I love both looks. I just switched my pillows out yesterday for the warmer weather.

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  40. PAINTORDIG.blogspot.comApril 16, 2012 at 10:08 AM

    Love these chairs! You are so right, turquoise would be a lovely accent in this room.

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  41. KarenaApril 16, 2012 at 10:10 AM

    BJ I adore your springtime changes!! The mix of fabrics and textures is perfect!! I might run up to Kirklands myself!! Love the palm!

    I have a $100 Gift Card Giveaway from Soft Surroundings if you would like to enter!!

    xoxo
    Karena
    Art by Karena

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  42. Wsprsweetly Of CottagesApril 16, 2012 at 11:56 AM

    Is there an end to tweaking??? NEVER my love! Never!!!

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  43. xinexApril 16, 2012 at 11:59 AM

    Very pretty, BJ! Love the new look! Beautiful and functional ottoman...Christine

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  44. DenaApril 16, 2012 at 12:16 PM

    Wow BJ! I thought that was a magazine! Those chairs are so elegant. Goodness I have some catching up to do!

    Hugs,
    Dena

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  45. Manuela@A Cultivated NestApril 16, 2012 at 2:54 PM

    Very pretty BJ! Love the chairs and ottoman.

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  46. Nezzy (Cow Patty Surprise)April 16, 2012 at 2:58 PM

    I do, I do love to tweak things here and there.

    Your added turquoise is gonna add a wonderful seasonal touch. I've got a feelin' it's gonna be beautiful!!!

    God bless ya and have a glorious day sweetie!!! :o)

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  47. AudreyApril 16, 2012 at 3:45 PM

    Looking good as always BJ ... you have the perfect touch.
    Blessings,
    Audrey Z @ Timeless Treasures.

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  48. AdrienneApril 16, 2012 at 5:13 PM

    Oh, no - now I'm thinking about ottomans and texture and palms and tiger and bears...oh, my! Love your new ottoman. It's perfect there. Just the right touch!
    ~Adrienne~

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  49. Kim GillianApril 16, 2012 at 5:45 PM

    Love, love, love the black and white!!

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  50. Be Colorful CoastalApril 21, 2012 at 11:46 AM

    I love changing things out too and your switch up looks spectacular. Thanks for sharing on BeColorful
    pam

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  51. SueApril 23, 2012 at 7:24 PM

    Ooo...I want one just like that. We have been looking for one for my husband to "park" in front of the couch where he sits. Our sofas are dark brown leather and so far, what we have seen that will blend are way...out of our budget. I love your room!

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