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.
I don't know about you, but at my age, I embrace the different.
ReplyDeletesounds like fun to redo a bedroom in such a romantic way!
ReplyDeletehave a great day my friend!
xoxo
Can't wait to see what you do with those treasures!
ReplyDeleteHow fun! I can't wait to see how it turns out you talented lady!
ReplyDeleteYou really are going to have some fun, aren't you? I can't wait to see how it all turns out.
ReplyDeleteLooking forward to seeing the results!
ReplyDeleteWhat beautiful pieces! Have fun doing that bedroom, I love looking at things like that.
ReplyDeleteCan't wait to see what you accomplish. Enjoy!
ReplyDeleteI was going to write exactly what Blackberry Lane wrote! Cannot wait to see! It's going to be amazing!
ReplyDeleteJane
Flora Doora
That shabby chic bedroom is dreamy!!...
ReplyDeleteWhat a blessing to have a friend like YOU to help! Looking forward to seeing the reveal...
ReplyDeleteBlessings,
Cindy
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.
ReplyDeleteBut 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
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
ReplyDeleteBeautiful bedroom, and that's a wonderful cabinet! Have fun!
ReplyDeleteI'm hoping our daughters will be interested in our "overstock.":-)
xo Nellie
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.
ReplyDeleteI'm sure you will have loads of fun this week. I can't wait to see how it turns out!!
ReplyDeleteI can't wait to see what you are up to. Staging is really fun!
ReplyDeleteCant wait to see Diana, think she has chosen very well having you as her assistant designer! cant wait to see!! some gorgeous pieces there!
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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
ReplyDeleteDiana,
ReplyDeleteHow fun!!! Can I come up and play too with these pieces??? I can't wait to see what you do with them.
Kris
Sounds like so much fun... Will be waiting to see all the beautiful treasures you find.
ReplyDeleteHave a fun week.
Mary
You are building your very own romantic homes room. I bet it's going to be beautiful.
ReplyDeleteJen
Waiting for the end result.
ReplyDeleteWith 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.
ReplyDeleteI look forward to this. That is one beautiful bedroom! It's breathtaking!
ReplyDeleteDifferent is good! Looking forward to seeing what you're doing!!
ReplyDeleteWhat a great idea for a sale! Can't wait to see the results.
ReplyDeleteIt 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!
ReplyDeleteSounds like great times Diana, have fun!
ReplyDeleteI love the look of the bedroom!
ReplyDeleteOhhh how fun. Wish I was there to help! Keep us posted.
ReplyDeletethat first photo is a wonderful inspiration!
ReplyDeleteThe pic of the romantic bedroom is beautiful.....will be waiting! Blessings~~~Roxie
ReplyDeleteyes, have fun
ReplyDeleteFun? 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....
ReplyDeleteI'll be right here on top of the curio cabinet....
Purrs,
Romeo
Ooo I can't wait to see.. love re-dos as long as someone else does it. I can boss. Ha ha..
ReplyDeleteWhat fun can't wait to see :-)
ReplyDeletexx
Anne
You are such a tease...
ReplyDeleteCan't wait to watch the process!
ReplyDeleteHave fun Diana! That sounds so fun!
ReplyDeleteYou are such a good friend and I am sure that the room you create will be beautiful. Can't wait to see it
ReplyDeleteCan't wait to see the new bedroom!
ReplyDeleteCan't wait to see the new bedroom!
ReplyDeleteSounds good I love a good do up.
ReplyDeleteMerle............
I like your kind of different. Can't wait to see the magic happen!
ReplyDeleteDiana, 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!
ReplyDeleteIt will be gorgeous. Love that bedroom and the secretary is beautiful. I am a stager, wish I could help.
ReplyDeleteHave fun!!!
Hugs, Celestina Marie
It'll be awesome! So nice of you to help your friends with your 'differentness' :)
ReplyDeleteThat 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!!
ReplyDeletewell I say I know your having fun!
ReplyDeleteYou are going to have SUCH a great time with those pieces...can't wait to see what you do with them.
ReplyDeleteWow! Can't wait to see all your hard work!
ReplyDeleteShabby Chic.....You have my attention..Can't wait!
ReplyDeleteCarol
Dianna,
ReplyDeleteCan't wait for more pictures!! How exciting!!
Thanks so much for dropping by!!
Hugs,
Debbie
Hi Diana,
ReplyDeleteLove 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
If you paint those Jasper pieces WHITE..I'll shoot myself..Don't let me know about it..That wood is beautiful...
ReplyDeleteWoooo! 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
ReplyDeleteOh wow... Gorgeous, I love shabby chic. Love it!
ReplyDeleteThis 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.
ReplyDeleteLove,
~Sheri
Ummmm can I help too? I'll help by stuffing a U-Haul full :)
ReplyDeleteWow how nice! What fun this must be! What a beautiful piece of furniture.
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