Tuesday, July 9, 2013

Staging For A Sale-Shabby Chic Style

My friends, Tom & Ruth,
have been collectors
for their whole lives.

They have excellent taste
and some very beautiful things.
Things they bought AND
things they inherited.
BUT
They have way too many 
beautiful things.
Time to pare down,
bestow certain pieces on family,
and, finally, sadly, part with
some things through an 
auction house.

Because she has many beautiful
things we are setting stuff aside
to do one bedroom in
Shabby-Chic style.
Ruth has everything we need.
After the auction house comes
and takes things away we
will stage one bedroom and 
hope it will look something like
THIS-
Romantic and Sweet.
In the living room are two 
GORGEOUS JASPAR PIECES
This one
AND  a matching curio cabinet.
Wait till you see what we do with 
those babies.

Bear with me this week if I don't get 
around to visit very much.
I'll be back with lots of 
pictures as we make progress.
This is gonna be fun!
And-remember-
FUN is different things to 
different people....and,
Honey, you don't get much
"different" than me.
your photo name

61 comments:

Kirby Carespodi said...

I don't know about you, but at my age, I embrace the different.

vivian said...

sounds like fun to redo a bedroom in such a romantic way!
have a great day my friend!
xoxo

Nancy @ The Headmistress said...

Can't wait to see what you do with those treasures!

Japolina said...

How fun! I can't wait to see how it turns out you talented lady!

Gina said...

You really are going to have some fun, aren't you? I can't wait to see how it all turns out.

Anonymous said...

Looking forward to seeing the results!

Jettie said...

What beautiful pieces! Have fun doing that bedroom, I love looking at things like that.

Anonymous said...

Can't wait to see what you accomplish. Enjoy!

Jane, Naples, Florida said...

I was going to write exactly what Blackberry Lane wrote! Cannot wait to see! It's going to be amazing!

Jane
Flora Doora

Karen thisoldhouse2.com said...

That shabby chic bedroom is dreamy!!...

Cindy @ Dwellings-The Heart of Your Home said...

What a blessing to have a friend like YOU to help! Looking forward to seeing the reveal...
Blessings,
Cindy

living from glory to glory said...

Diana, Do what you gotta do with a release to enjoy the process. I have a feeling your gonna be really blessed. I know you will make the showroom look amazing.
But it takes heart to do what you're doing. We need to be a blessing to one another and that YOU are.
Write when you're finished!
Blessings, Roxy

Susie said...

Diana, Moving and trying to do the best thing with all our collected treasures...what a chore. I know you will be able to help your friend through this stage in her life. I can't wait to see the Shabby chic room. xoxo,Susie

Nellie said...

Beautiful bedroom, and that's a wonderful cabinet! Have fun!

I'm hoping our daughters will be interested in our "overstock.":-)

xo Nellie

Kathy @ Creative Home Expressions said...

It's a lot of work but also a lot of fun staging, Diana. I know you will do a great job with your friends. I think the toughest part is paring down and packing things away. Can't wait to see what you've done with those two cabinets.

Musings from Kim K. said...

I'm sure you will have loads of fun this week. I can't wait to see how it turns out!!

Anonymous said...

I can't wait to see what you are up to. Staging is really fun!

Laura said...

Cant wait to see Diana, think she has chosen very well having you as her assistant designer! cant wait to see!! some gorgeous pieces there!
xxxx

Julie Marie said...

Sounds like so much fun Diana!... and I LOVE that they have not painted those beautiful pieces white!... some things are meant to stay the same... can't wait to see the results... xoxo Julie Marie

Junkchiccottage said...

Diana,
How fun!!! Can I come up and play too with these pieces??? I can't wait to see what you do with them.
Kris

Mary@mydogsmygardenandmary said...

Sounds like so much fun... Will be waiting to see all the beautiful treasures you find.
Have a fun week.
Mary

RURAL said...

You are building your very own romantic homes room. I bet it's going to be beautiful.

Jen

Ruth Kelly said...

Waiting for the end result.

Tete said...

With that kind of stuff to play with, even a monkey could make those rooms look great. Sorry, but looks like your friends might be leaving very soon.

Lucille said...

I look forward to this. That is one beautiful bedroom! It's breathtaking!

Cheryl @ TFD said...

Different is good! Looking forward to seeing what you're doing!!

Leslie Anne Tarabella said...

What a great idea for a sale! Can't wait to see the results.

Unknown said...

It sounds like you two are going to have a blast! Even though sad for her at times. I can't wait to see what you two cook up!

Karen said...

Sounds like great times Diana, have fun!

Beth said...

I love the look of the bedroom!

Debbiedoos said...

Ohhh how fun. Wish I was there to help! Keep us posted.

Pura Vida said...

that first photo is a wonderful inspiration!

sweetvintageofmine said...

The pic of the romantic bedroom is beautiful.....will be waiting! Blessings~~~Roxie

Daniela @Frugal Aint Cheap said...

yes, have fun

Romeo said...

Fun? Different? I am THERE! Please watch the tail though. If you run over my tail it would be quite painful and you would have to pamper me furever....

I'll be right here on top of the curio cabinet....

Purrs,

Romeo

Marissa said...

Ooo I can't wait to see.. love re-dos as long as someone else does it. I can boss. Ha ha..

Anne said...

What fun can't wait to see :-)
xx
Anne

Tina@WhatWeKeep said...

You are such a tease...

Preppy Empty Nester said...

Can't wait to watch the process!

Sew a Fine Seam said...

Have fun Diana! That sounds so fun!

One Shabby Old House said...

You are such a good friend and I am sure that the room you create will be beautiful. Can't wait to see it

Diana LaMarre said...

Can't wait to see the new bedroom!

Diana LaMarre said...

Can't wait to see the new bedroom!

Merlesworld said...

Sounds good I love a good do up.
Merle............

Busy Bee Suz said...

I like your kind of different. Can't wait to see the magic happen!

Anonymous said...

Diana, I can see your wheels turning from here!!! You're just the best! I know this is bittersweet! You're a wonderful friend! What a blessing you are be to each other!

Celestina Marie said...

It will be gorgeous. Love that bedroom and the secretary is beautiful. I am a stager, wish I could help.
Have fun!!!
Hugs, Celestina Marie

cindy said...

It'll be awesome! So nice of you to help your friends with your 'differentness' :)

Donna said...

That bed is just amazing, Diana! The pillows and bedding and the bed crown are just heavenly!! That is so nice of you to help your friend decorate!!

Ann@A Sentimental Life said...

well I say I know your having fun!

Thistle Cove Farm said...

You are going to have SUCH a great time with those pieces...can't wait to see what you do with them.

Ocean Breezes and Country Sneezes said...

Wow! Can't wait to see all your hard work!

The Polka Dot Closet said...

Shabby Chic.....You have my attention..Can't wait!

Carol

Debbie-Dabble Blog and A Debbie-Dabble Christmas said...

Dianna,
Can't wait for more pictures!! How exciting!!

Thanks so much for dropping by!!

Hugs,
Debbie

Sissie's Shabby Cottage said...

Hi Diana,
Love your inspiration photo. It's definitely my idea of a dreamy, shabby bedroom.

I cannot wait to see what you do with those pretty pieces.

hugs
Sissie

This N That said...

If you paint those Jasper pieces WHITE..I'll shoot myself..Don't let me know about it..That wood is beautiful...

Leena Milligan Lanteigne said...

Woooo! That bedroom is gorgeous! I hope that you can stage one like that. It would be so much fun! Looking forward to seeing more pics of what y'all decide to do! Hugs, Leena

tlcukjourney said...

Oh wow... Gorgeous, I love shabby chic. Love it!

Red Rose Alley said...

This cabinet is beautiful, Diana. I would definately love something like that in my home, as I never tire of dark traditional wood. Have fun, and I know you'll get things done with you leading the way.

Love,
~Sheri

Stephen Andrew said...

Ummmm can I help too? I'll help by stuffing a U-Haul full :)

Liz@ HomeandGardeningWithLiz said...

Wow how nice! What fun this must be! What a beautiful piece of furniture.