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| Thanks to Donna @ Funky Junk Interiors for letting me steal this photo! |
I’m so thrilled to be included in the Summer Tour of Homes, along with 24 amazing DIY Bloggers! Gina Luker did a fabulous job of putting this all together! If you’ve arrived here via Brooke Ulrich’s lovely home, from All Things Thrifty then welcome! If not, make sure you go visit her now!!
I went with Coastal Style Decor in the Living Room. I swapped out some bright pink pillows for these taupe Ikat Pillows found at TJ Maxx. Love that place! (We’re getting a Homegoods soon, I might be in big trouble then!) Anyway, our living room is more monochromatic now and I like the soothing tones for the Summer months.To see how our living room looked previously, go Here.
I replaced the Horse Art that was here with this great looking Driftwood Heart, also found at TJ Maxx. I love that it adds a bit of texture to this space.
I placed a couple of rope lantern jars on the coffee table along with a vintage Seashell.
This concrete urn got a few Seashells as well, Pink Conch mostly and a Starfish. Here’s a tip, if you scour antique malls for these lovely shells, you can often find them much more cheaply than the new ones. Yard sales are a great place to look too!
The chocolate brown walls in the Dining Room, don’t exactly scream out Summer. But I do love them anyway! I went with a Daisy theme in this room.
My grandmothers Limoges china was my inspiration for the theme. They have gorgeous hand painted Daisies on them, and gold along the edges.
I even Daisied up my chandelier! That was my husband’s idea, if you don’t like it, blame him! I do think it’s cute though and Mr. Fairy is quite pleased with himself!
I added a little Geometric green and gold pillow to one of the armchairs.
I didn’t change the Family Room a lot. I just added some greenery here and there. I did change out the candleholders on the mantel, these Frenchy gray ones are a bit more Summery looking than the chunky black ones that normally live there. I added a couple of Moss Balls to brighten things up too.
I added some bright green linen pillows to the sofa, they have a jute edge, which gives them a little extra texture. It’s amazing how much a simple thing like changing out your pillows, can really change the look of a room!
Previously I had a few antique books on this wicker basket, I swapped them out for these Succulents (no they are not real!) on top of a Tree Slice and topped them with a gigantic cloche that I picked up at a local Antiques mall last year.
Here’s a little Zen vignette! A Buddha statue that I picked up a yard sale for just a few dollars, a wicker tray, an Antique Majolica plate and some assorted green garden style accessories. An eclectic mix for sure, I think it looks nice with our Antique Chestnut Wardrobe/TV Cabinet!
I added a few of my favorite Antique Books to the mix, both are Natural History books, one about Birds and one about Leaves.
If these photos look familiar, I apologize, I cheated in the kitchen and used some old photos!
Be sure and stop by the next fabulous home on the Tour, and visit Emily from Decor Chick !
And here’s the rest of the schedule for the whole week, you won’t want to miss a single home. Thanks so much for visiting me today!
Day 4 (June 6th)
1-Rhoda @ Southern Hospitality
2- Traci @ Beneath My Heart
3-Stacy @ Not Just a Housewife
4- Jen @ Jennifer Rizzo
5- Lindsay @ Makely Home
6- Sandra @ Sawdust Girl
Day 5 (June 7th) Linky party at The Shabby Creek Cottage!
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eggie says
June 4, 2013 at 6:22 amThis comment has been removed by the author.
eggie says
June 4, 2013 at 6:25 amwow!! what a great home you have!! Thank you for letting us into your house!!I love those lantarn jars!!
Karen Watson says
June 4, 2013 at 8:58 amThanks so much for your sweet comment, I’m so glad you liked it!
Wendy Andrews says
June 24, 2013 at 5:28 pmI absolutely LOVE your home. Please tell me the names of the Gray colors you used. You hit them spot on, IMO. I’m in the middle of painting 4 rooms, all variations of Grays. I read the SW Gauntlet Gray, but if you used other grays I would be so appreciative if you could tell me what color & the room it was painted in. I agree with several others here, I would like to move in!!!!! Great job, which I’m finding to be very difficult! Also, we have a sofa that has gray, olive green, and a chocolate that’s on a very small scale (the pattern). It’s not really a pattern, it’s really just those colors mixed together in threads??? I can go many different ways with my wall color, but I’m stumped. As of now I’ve decided I like Revere Pewter by BMW, & Bedford Gray by Martha Srewart at Lowes. If you have any suggestions, I would be THRILLED! I am most stumped on the color combination throughout the room. I purchased some very lively darker blues and greens Ikat pillows, as well as a small scale all around Ikat, and geometric designs & I’m thinking these may not work with the couch, mostly black furniture ( big PB bookshelves on either side of fireplace ) and a black media center that I’m really not crazy about
Karen Watson says
June 26, 2013 at 10:22 amHi Wendy, Yes, the color is SW Gauntlet Gray and that’s the only paint color that I used in that room. If you have gray in your sofa, you could certainly pull that color out and use it on your walls. The pillows sound beautiful, but perhaps might be too much pattern, since your sofa already is patterned. I would probably try to do pillows that are more neutral on the sofa. Maybe you could use the Ikat pillows somewhere else in the room, like on some neutral chairs. Thanks for your kind words about my living room!!
Susan @ homeroad.net says
June 4, 2013 at 6:36 amKaren your house is gorgeous… I love all the wood! I’ve also got my eye on that black and white floor… I’m looking to make a floor mat with black and white checks for my kitchen…. great inspiration!
Susan
Karen Watson says
June 4, 2013 at 8:59 amThank you Susan!! Your floor mat idea, sounds like a fun project, I’m glad you were inspired!
Bonnie says
June 4, 2013 at 11:09 amKaren you have a lovely home! I love the neutral colors but with accents of color here and there and your use of texture is amazing!
Karen Watson says
June 4, 2013 at 11:32 amThank you Bonnie! That’s so nice!
Stacey says
June 4, 2013 at 11:22 amYour home is so pretty and calming. Love your dining room theme. 🙂
Karen Watson says
June 4, 2013 at 11:34 amThank you so much Stacey!
Gina Luker says
June 4, 2013 at 11:56 amKaren your home is so gorgeous! Can I move in? Kidding… kinda….
Thanks for joining the tour!
Karen Watson says
June 4, 2013 at 7:36 pmThanks Gina! Of course you can! haha
Sara says
June 4, 2013 at 11:58 amYour home is absolutely beautiful! I love all the texture and serene feeling of it all, so glad we got the chance to see it 🙂
Karen Watson says
June 4, 2013 at 7:37 pmThanks Sara!!
Kerrie says
June 4, 2013 at 12:29 pmBeautiful, what a lovely home!! Thanks for the tour! ♥
Karen Watson says
June 4, 2013 at 7:37 pmYou are so welcome Kerrie, thanks for your kind comment!
The Decorative Dreamer says
June 4, 2013 at 12:39 pmBeautiful home! It is just as inspiring as your blog. I love your style. Thanks so much for sharing with us!
Karen Watson says
June 4, 2013 at 7:38 pmThank you so much!!
Funky Junk Interiors says
June 4, 2013 at 12:40 pmOhhh…. I’m so in LOVE with your home. Even with changes, it’s just amazing! Every square inch! Your photos are rockin’ it, girl! I don’t think I’ve ever come across a more photogenic home… ever.
Karen Watson says
June 4, 2013 at 7:41 pmAw, thanks Donna!! Thanks so much for your photo tips too, it was fun shooting it in manual for once! I couldn’t have done that with out you!!
susiecarranzastudio says
June 4, 2013 at 2:19 pmlove your house tour. i love all the textures and patterns; it all looks very inviting!
Karen Watson says
June 4, 2013 at 7:42 pmThanks Susie!
Decorchick! says
June 4, 2013 at 3:05 pmWow wow wow!! Just gorgeous Karen!!
Karen Watson says
June 4, 2013 at 7:43 pmThanks Emily!! I’ll be popping over to your blog shortly, I was gone all day, but can’t wait to see your home and all the others that I missed!
DeeDee says
June 4, 2013 at 4:14 pmI am in the process of moving from my first ever home which i have lived in for 24 years, it has felt overwhelming and sad at times. However your beautiful home has made me excited about the prospect of decorating and dressing my new home, searching out pieces for it. Thank you so much for sharing your home with me, and helping to turn what has been a stressful time, into what feels like it could be a nice adventure. Thank you again.
DeeDee says
June 4, 2013 at 4:15 pmI am in the process of moving from my first ever home which i have lived in for 24 years, it has felt overwhelming and sad at times. However your truly beautiful home and the calmness and warmth that seems to surround it, has made me excited about the prospect of decorating and dressing my new home, searching out pieces for it. Thank you so much for sharing your home with me, and helping to turn what has been a stressful time, into what feels like it could be a nice adventure. Thank you again.
Karen Watson says
June 4, 2013 at 7:48 pmHi DeeDee,
Wow, what a fabulous compliment, thank you so much! I’m so glad you are feeling inspired! It will be a new beginning for you, whenever I move, it always gets the creative juices flowing, I hope it will be the same for you!
xoxo
Karen
Dria S says
June 4, 2013 at 4:18 pmWow your whole house is beautiful but your living room is stunning! Absolutely love your style!
Karen Watson says
June 4, 2013 at 7:48 pmThank you Dria!
NIKKIK says
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NIKKIK says
June 4, 2013 at 6:36 pmgorgeous house!!
Karen Watson says
June 4, 2013 at 7:48 pmThanks Nikkik!
Cassie @ Primitive & Proper says
June 4, 2013 at 8:30 pmi just love your living room- the saturated gray is beautiful!
Karen Watson says
June 4, 2013 at 8:35 pmThanks Cassie! It is a calm soothing color, I’m really enjoying it, since I painted it last year.
screendoorgirl3 says
June 4, 2013 at 9:03 pmSo lovely! I enjoyed all of the natural elements-makes it so peaceful.. Thanks!
Karen Watson says
June 4, 2013 at 9:07 pmThank you, I’m so glad you stopped by to visit my tour!
jusaweecatnap says
June 4, 2013 at 9:32 pmI love the casual but sophisticated feel of your home. It looks so comfy, but you have so many interesting details to delight the eye. Love the blend of textures, and the flower theme is really sweet and sentimental, yes, even the chandelier. And somehow the heart really grabs me. I was expecting it to be handmade by you or an “artisan.” A little surprised it’s TJ Maxx, but hats off to you for making it part of such an elegant home decor. I’m already thinking, how can I make that myself?
Karen Watson says
June 4, 2013 at 10:20 pmAw, thanks! I did buy some supplies to make a few things, but the deadline snuck up on me and there was no time! It would be easy to make that heart, I think a big star would be cute too!
The Pennington Point says
June 4, 2013 at 11:29 pmYour house is one of the main ones on the tour that I have been looking forward to! Now that I’ve seen it I can say with a smile, it’s so YOU! You have such a great vibe and your house really reflects that. I’m just so glad to know ya! Lisa~
Karen Watson says
June 5, 2013 at 12:39 pmWow! Thanks Lisa, that’s so nice!! I can’t wait to see your home too!!
Eclectically Vintage says
June 4, 2013 at 11:43 pmLove your beachy touches and your home looks amazing! I always find shells and coral at estate sales and scoop them up!
Your grandmother’s china is beautiful – love how you tied in the chandelier with it.
Kelly
Karen Watson says
June 5, 2013 at 12:41 pmThank you Kelly! The coral is getting harder and harder to find, I can’t remember the last time I even saw any, I ended up using resin coral for my displays.
Marilyn Holeman says
June 5, 2013 at 1:17 amYour home is lovely. I was wondering where you got the rope lantern jars. So pretty!
Karen Watson says
June 5, 2013 at 12:42 pmHi Marilyn, I got them at TJ Maxx as well, I’m guessing that you might be able to find them at Homegoods too. Go soon though, they were a steal at $9.99 a piece, and will probably go quickly!
Marilyn Holeman says
June 7, 2013 at 6:34 pmThanks, Karen!
Nora Miller says
June 5, 2013 at 7:06 amWow, your home is so soothing and welcoming, and I am absolutely drooling over that daisy china. I am off to look for it on ebay – LOL.
thanks for sharing your lovely home!
Sue
Karen Watson says
June 5, 2013 at 12:43 pmThanks Sue! I hope you find them, they really are beautiful!
Jen @ tatertotsandjello.com says
June 5, 2013 at 2:17 pmKaren! Your home is so gorgeous. I love the coastal beachy feeling and your kitchen with the slipcovered barstools is amazing. Love it!!
xoxoxo
Karen Watson says
June 5, 2013 at 8:28 pmThank you so much Jen!! I'm so glad you stopped by sweet friend!!
pink*cherub*moon says
June 5, 2013 at 3:28 pmHi Karen! Love your home! Everything is so comfortable and inviting with interesting items to admire! Love this tour idea! I'll be checking out the others on the list! Hugs, Leena
Karen Watson says
June 5, 2013 at 8:29 pmHi Leena!! I'm glad you liked it! Enjoy the tour, there are so many amazing homes to see!!
Laurie Dickson says
June 5, 2013 at 3:57 pmWOW, I adore your home! That grey in your living room, I must know what that colour is? <3 You have perfectly created focal points and colours that pop, just the right amount of colour and texture contrast everywhere, the balance is dead on! Amazing!
~Laurie @ Vin'yet Etc.
Karen Watson says
June 5, 2013 at 8:31 pmHi Laurie, Thank you so much! The Gray paint is by Sherwin Williams it's called Gauntlet Gray. I think you will love it if you try it in your home, it really is a nice color to live with!
Jennifer Rizzo says
June 5, 2013 at 8:46 pmI love your home Karen, you can see your personality shine right through!!!
Karen Watson says
June 6, 2013 at 10:28 amThanks sweet friend!
Melissa @ The Inspired Room says
June 5, 2013 at 10:16 pmIt looks like a comfortable peaceful place to live, and that is what a home should be! It is very pretty and I LOVE your gray walls! Thanks for the tour!!
Karen Watson says
June 6, 2013 at 10:29 amThank you so much Melissa!
Dear Emmeline says
June 5, 2013 at 10:54 pmYour home is gorgeous Karen! Love both your dark walls. The gray and the chocolate…so pretty!
Karen Watson says
June 6, 2013 at 10:29 amThanks Jessica!
Marie Blackburn says
June 6, 2013 at 2:54 amYou have a very nice home. I like the colour of your dining room – very warm and inviting. Thanks for the tour Karen!
Karen Watson says
June 6, 2013 at 10:30 amThanks for your sweet comment Marie, I'm glad you liked it!
ashley @ the handmade home says
June 6, 2013 at 10:45 amLOVE your home! You have some amazing pieces. We have the same dining room chairs… I love seeing what you did with them! so pretty.
Karen Watson says
June 6, 2013 at 11:18 amThanks Ashley! Yes, I noticed that about the chairs too, how funny!! I left you a comment on your beautiful tour, it's most likely in your spam folder, I'm having comment issues. Thanks for stopping by!
Stacy Risenmay says
June 6, 2013 at 11:28 amI LOVE the feel of your home. And you kitchen is to die for!!! I love it all 🙂
Karen Watson says
June 6, 2013 at 12:21 pmAw!! Thanks Stacy! I can't wait to pop over and visit yours!!
Stacy Brown says
June 6, 2013 at 12:12 pmLove your site.. Had to know your home would be perfectly wonderful too!
Thanks for sharing.
Stacy from http://PistolandPantry.com
Karen Watson says
June 6, 2013 at 12:22 pmThank you Stacy! That's so nice!!
Kim @ Everything Etsy says
June 6, 2013 at 3:34 pmI love it all, Karen! It’s all so comfy and relaxing! I need to come visit one day when I’m on a road trip!
Thanks for sharing you lovely home!
~Kim
Karen Watson says
June 6, 2013 at 7:47 pmThank you so much Kim!! Yes, come visit me!! 🙂
Heather says
June 7, 2013 at 10:11 pmThat driftwood heart is fabulous!
Karen Watson says
June 9, 2013 at 7:51 pmThanks Heather!
Dana @ Cooking At Cafe D says
June 9, 2013 at 11:04 amLovely.
On your mantel, it appears you have a set of three marble bowls. The largest is featured in the photo with the clock behind it.
I have THAT SAME BOWL!
And, I never knew it used to have birds on it!
It was my Mom’s and it must have lost the birds long ago. Now, there are simply 3 little metal stubs where the birds used to attach. (I’ve always wondered about those stubs.)
I usually put potpourri, pine cones, or even a pillar candle in mine.
Thank you SO much for that photo.
You have given me a little piece of history about a treasure of my own 🙂
Blessings,
~ Dana
Cooking at Cafe D
Karen Watson says
June 9, 2013 at 7:50 pmHi Dana,
Yes, I collect those marble pieces, I have quite a few of them! They were souvenirs from Italy, tiny marble bird baths. Sometimes the little birds did get lost. I have a couple that are missing them too. I’m so glad your mystery is solved for you! Enjoy your treasure, I think they are such charming pieces!
Kathy says
June 13, 2013 at 7:51 pmHow great was this? I enjoyed the tour and love your taste. How brave to go so dark in the living room and it looks grand. I love your tree blocks. Yes, I did recognize your family room from Halloween. Why change perfection the mantle is your focal point and it is dramatic. I am so glad you joined in the tour. Kathy
Sirpa says
June 17, 2013 at 11:10 amThanks for the fonts,i Love all!
Where I found text GRAND PRIX PARIS exposition universelle?
Angela says
June 19, 2013 at 10:02 amAbsolutely gorgeous! WOW! You rock that dark gray wall too and I love all of the natural elements you use such as wood and seashells. GORGEOUS!!!
Dustin Manring says
June 21, 2013 at 2:16 pmEverything looks great. Although it might seem simplistic a lot of thought goes into making rooms look like that. Great Job!
Sally Gee says
August 14, 2013 at 2:06 pmI loved the tour of your home. I especially liked how you gave the option of seeing the living room before you summerized it. Both beautiful, yet so different 🙂
Chitra says
October 11, 2017 at 12:48 pmHi Karen,Your home is absolutely gorgeous ! I would like to ask one question. Could you please let me know where did you get the large wood slice in the dining table which you have used as a beautiful center piece to put the mums and the decorative jars. TIA
Regards,
Chitra
graphicsfairy says
October 13, 2017 at 12:52 pmThanks so much Chitra! I think I got it at TJ Maxx, but it was a long time ago…2 houses ago 🙂