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Monday, September 5, 2011

Living Room Before and After

I didn't want to scare you off by showing you a before picture right off the bat so here is a picture of what my living room looks like now.
 

Here is the Living Room
Before
 

After



Before

After



The fireplace before

 
and after

 The buffet before
after


Thanks for stopping by for a visit.  Hope you all have a wonderful and safe Labor Day.

I am linking this post to Between Naps On The Porch-Metamorphosis Monday
Debbie-debbiedoos Newbie Party
Thrifty Decor Chick-Before and After Party
A Bowl Full of Lemons one-project-at-time-Tuesday
Faded Charm Cottage-White Wednesday
Savvy Southern Style-Wow Us Wednesday
Michele Raven Designs-Primp Your Stuff Wednesday
Decor to Adore fall-in-love-linky-party
A Creative Princess-It's a Party
The Shabby Creek Cottage-Transformation Thursday
On Sutton Place-open-house-party
Miss Mustard Seed furniture-feature-friday
Romantic Homeshow-and-tell-friday
Cottage and Vine room-to-room-livingfamily-rooms
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81 comments:

  1. Town and Country GalsSeptember 5, 2011 at 11:27 AM

    Oh my goodness! That is some transformation! I have to say the after is fabulous! Painting the FP made such a difference! Love the window and shutters over the buffet! Everything looks wonderful, you did a great job and isn't it fun when cab you use a lot of the things you have and just tweak them and add some paint!
    Rebecca

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  2. DebbySeptember 5, 2011 at 11:40 AM

    I love the new look. It is interesting that you got the white look without painting all your wood. I just love the shutters and the old window.

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  3. Kathy @ Creative Home ExpressionsSeptember 5, 2011 at 12:04 PM

    Wow! What a dramatic transformation! It looks gorgeous; great job.

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  4. Joy@aVintageGreenSeptember 5, 2011 at 1:58 PM

    Huge change - looks great.

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  5. stefanieSeptember 5, 2011 at 2:04 PM

    oh, you did a beautiful job!!! I love it!!!!

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  6. from me to thee.........September 5, 2011 at 3:37 PM

    wow, you did an awesome job......love what you did !!!!

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  7. Amy KinserSeptember 5, 2011 at 4:18 PM

    I don't really know what to say except for OH MY GOODNESS!!! That is an incredible change and it looks fabulous!!!! Boy, you worked hard and it paid off. LOVE IT!

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  8. Rosemary@villabarnesSeptember 5, 2011 at 4:54 PM

    THAT is a stunning makeover! Your room is so serene now, and I love your choices.

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  9. Brenda PruittSeptember 5, 2011 at 5:00 PM

    Oh my, I love every single change you've made!
    Brenda

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  10. Highpoint CircleSeptember 5, 2011 at 8:05 PM

    You know I just love it girl!

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  11. Something Nice and PrettySeptember 5, 2011 at 8:46 PM

    Love the fireplace painted white, I so want to do that but the painting of the kitchen cabinets is next! Great transformation!

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  12. MelSeptember 5, 2011 at 9:20 PM

    What a beautiful transformation.

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  13. KathySeptember 5, 2011 at 9:24 PM

    Yes, Yes, Yes you did good. The difference white makes is unbelievable. I know you love your new room it is so calm and relaxing. I am visiting from Debbie's drop by for a visit. Kathy

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  14. Amanda @ Serenity NowSeptember 5, 2011 at 9:59 PM

    What a remarkable makeover!!! I LOVE the fireplace in white. Everything looks so clean and modern now. :) Visiting from Thrifty Decor Chick. :)

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  15. AnonymousSeptember 5, 2011 at 10:04 PM

    Wow...I love it all! I would sure like to be able to paint my fireplace white and have white slip covers! I'm still working on both of those ideas with my husband! LOL Great job! Marcia

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  16. DebbiedoosSeptember 5, 2011 at 10:35 PM

    Your makeover is fantastic. I love your fresh fun style. You remind me very much of a friend out here Pattie, Shabby chic is her blog. You and her would hit it off great. Thanks for joining my newbie party. See you again soon.

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  17. DebbiedoosSeptember 5, 2011 at 10:36 PM

    Your followers button is not showing right now.

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  18. CLDSeptember 5, 2011 at 11:06 PM

    Wow....this is truly beautiful, lovely and just plain fabulous!! Really needs to be in a magazine..for sure. Thank you for the inspiration... Bobbie

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  19. Lee Hill PrimitivesSeptember 6, 2011 at 7:43 AM

    AMAZING Tranformation!!!!!! LOVE it!!!

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  20. FatcatSeptember 6, 2011 at 10:00 AM

    That's wonderful! How long did it all take?

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  21. TeresaSeptember 6, 2011 at 11:57 AM

    What a difference. So light and bright. Nice!

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  22. Ann @ makethebestofthingsSeptember 6, 2011 at 2:38 PM

    LOVE this! Dare I change my chocolate brown and red living room to this beautiful look? At least I can start planning now with your room as inspiration. Well done!

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  23. Donna@anangloinquébecSeptember 6, 2011 at 2:48 PM

    Wow, I almost feel like these rooms belong to two different people! Great job!

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  24. The Polka Dot ClosetSeptember 6, 2011 at 3:06 PM

    Oh it is fabulous! And you reused so many items, great job! You must be over the moon!

    Carol

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  25. jess@balancing the dreamSeptember 6, 2011 at 4:21 PM

    Great Transformation!! I LOVE all of the white!

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  26. LizSeptember 6, 2011 at 5:34 PM

    Wow! What a difference! I love the white!!! Where did you get your slip covers???

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  27. DianeSeptember 6, 2011 at 5:48 PM

    The pictures should be published in a magazine.
    White, clean, fresh yet warm and inviting.
    Love it ! You won't mind if I borrow a few ideas from your living room will you? I didn't think so. My favorite is the buffet area.

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  28. poppilinnstudiosSeptember 6, 2011 at 6:36 PM

    Wonderful transformation! Love the painted fireplace. I really need mine painted too.
    -Lynn

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  29. UnknownSeptember 6, 2011 at 9:39 PM

    Love it!! Looks Great!! Stopping by from Rustic Cottage Interiors!

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  30. Carolyn@Sweet Chaos HomeSeptember 6, 2011 at 9:41 PM

    Looks fantastic! Did you slipcover the wingback chairs yourself? I would love to do that. Beautiful transformation... enjoy!

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  31. UnknownSeptember 6, 2011 at 11:05 PM

    What a fantastic makeover! It all looks so cohesive now. You have some great pieces but now it all looks deliberate. LOVE it!

    ~Liz

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  32. Anita at Cedar Hill September 6, 2011 at 11:06 PM

    Wow, wow, wow!! What a transformation. I am following back and very happy to do so. Can't wait to see more. I am going to take a look now.

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  33. AnonymousSeptember 7, 2011 at 2:02 AM

    Gorgeous! The contrast between the white furniture and dark furniture is stunning! I especially love the shutters and the window frame above the buffet...you've inspired me to try something similar over my piano. Thanks!!
    Cas x

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  34. Alison AgnewSeptember 7, 2011 at 6:47 AM

    what difference...love how light and airy it all looks now!

    alison

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  35. Chari at Happy To DesignSeptember 7, 2011 at 12:26 PM

    Hello...

    Ohhh my goodness...what a fabulous transformation! I just loved looking at all of your "before" and "after" photos...love to see the process and all the changes! Wowzer...I don't even know where to begine...but I love, love, LOVE what you have done! The white is soooo beautiful! Very inviting...cozy...and chic! BRAVO...BRAVO!!! Thank you for sharing your gorgeous home with us...this was such a treat!

    Warmest wishes,
    Chari @Happy To Design

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  36. Ceekay-THINKIN of HOMESeptember 7, 2011 at 3:59 PM

    Your living room is stunning. Man, painting that fireplace made a HUGE difference!!

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  37. KimSeptember 7, 2011 at 5:24 PM

    Wowzers - now THAT is a transformation! I love the new look - very classic and casual. I'm a new follower and fan of your blog. Hope you stop by for a visit sometime.
    xoxo,
    Kim

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  38. Terri @ A Creative PrincessSeptember 7, 2011 at 5:59 PM

    Wow!!! You are awesome! Now, when can I move in?! Thank you so much for the inspiration! I would love for you to link up Thursday (actually it starts tonight) to It’s a Party!

    www.acreativeprincess.blogspot.com

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  39. DebbieSeptember 7, 2011 at 7:35 PM

    I love this! I'm in the planning stages of a living room update, and I just got so many wonderful ideas. Did you make the slip covers or buy them? I love the look, and I especially LOVE the side board and the wall above it. I'm putting that in my idea file.

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  40. the old white houseSeptember 7, 2011 at 7:39 PM

    That is amazing!! YOu did a beautiful job... gorgeous!t.xoxoxo

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  41. UnknownSeptember 7, 2011 at 8:40 PM

    This is an incredible transformation-I absolutely adore what you've done-I'm your newest follower and I can't wait to see more-stop by for a visit!

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  42. Kathryn GriffinSeptember 7, 2011 at 9:46 PM

    This is absolutely amazing! It's so beautiful, crisp, and inviting. Found you via The Shabby Creek Cottage. Toodles, Kathryn http://thededicatedhouse.blogspot.com/2011/08/little-goodwill-finds.html

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  43. AnonymousSeptember 7, 2011 at 11:15 PM

    What a great transformation!! I am so happy to see that you left some of your pretty pieces stained- I think it brings more depth to the room having some variety in the furniture. I adore your mirror collection too!! Looks fantastic!

    bee blessed
    mary

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  44. Erin {Lavender and Lemon Drops}September 7, 2011 at 11:57 PM

    Amazing transformation! Where did you find the covers for your wing backs?

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  45. Kelli @ The Turquoise PianoSeptember 7, 2011 at 11:59 PM

    OHMIGOSH! I. Love. It. Great job!

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  46. JanaeSeptember 8, 2011 at 1:22 AM

    Looks amazing I love white myself too! I think we have the same sofa is it an ektorp? your living room is very dreamy

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  47. Decor To AdoreSeptember 8, 2011 at 7:49 AM

    Oh my glorious white! I love it ALL! Before your treasures didn't really stand out. They were hidden behind an aqua and rose riot.

    This is absolutely fantastic! Thank you so very much for linking up!

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  48. Tammy@Beatrice BanksSeptember 8, 2011 at 8:13 AM

    Amazing transformation! Everything is just gorgeous!

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  49. SusanneSeptember 8, 2011 at 9:05 AM

    Very pretty and dramatic in a slightly understated way I think - if that makes any sense to you. It does to me. Like I said - very pretty!

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  50. Jenny @ Simcoe StreetSeptember 8, 2011 at 10:09 AM

    Oh.my.gosh. This is AMAZING!

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  51. Lou Cinda @ Tattered HydrangeasSeptember 8, 2011 at 1:20 PM

    BEAUTIFUL!!!

    Lou Cinda :)

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  52. Heaven's WalkSeptember 8, 2011 at 9:31 PM

    THAT is an incredible transformation! I don't know who or what inspired you to make all of those changes....but it's just BEAUTIFUL!!!!! Great job!!! :)

    xoxo laurie

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  53. Ethereal PLUS what I LoveSeptember 8, 2011 at 10:05 PM

    You just reminded me why I love white. Your makeover looks wonderful ...I found your makeover on Miss Mustard Seed so glad I did!

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  54. Shabby chic SandySeptember 9, 2011 at 12:01 AM

    What a change! I love how clean and uncluttered it looks. Love the name of your blog! I am going to be your next follower--

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  55. UnknownSeptember 9, 2011 at 6:13 PM

    Wow! That is some transformation! Great job! I love how bright it is!

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  56. Ann from On Sutton PlaceSeptember 9, 2011 at 8:31 PM

    Talk about night and day! This is incredible. Love the neutral furniture. Thank you so much for sharing with my Open House Party!

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  57. abeachcottageSeptember 11, 2011 at 4:34 AM

    Gorgeous living room! The afters are just wonderful, you've done really great work with the transformation :)

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  58. http://decoratedchaos.blogspot.comSeptember 11, 2011 at 7:20 AM

    WOW! that was a MAJOR change.Looks MUCH better...you did a fabulous job!

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  59. Michele @ {Primp}September 12, 2011 at 10:47 AM

    Love your redo--what a transformation! Thanks for sharing your beautiful room at my linky party this week.

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  60. UnknownSeptember 12, 2011 at 12:52 PM

    over from Cottage & Vine....your white room is beautiful, a changed space!

    Cathy @ Room Rx

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  61. Katy @ Eat Drink & DecorateSeptember 12, 2011 at 8:52 PM

    beautiful transformation!!

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  62. RenéSeptember 13, 2011 at 10:15 AM

    You have found a nice balance between the neutrals and texture. What a pretty room and that mirror gallery is a very nice touch.

    Thanks so much for sharing your living room in the "Room to Room" series!

    -Rene

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  63. Krista@RustikChicSeptember 13, 2011 at 3:02 PM

    WOW...what a difference! I LOVE this room..great job:) The mirrors over the fireplace look beautiful. I love it all.

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  64. ReviSeptember 14, 2011 at 1:02 AM

    Amazing! You'd never know it is the same room. Kudos! I'm definitely following you - LOVE the white stuff. :)
    -Revi

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  65. UnknownSeptember 14, 2011 at 10:59 AM

    Soooo beautiful! I love everything! I am a new follower. Found you on Primp ;)
    Love your whites!
    Roselle

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  66. reFresh reStyleSeptember 14, 2011 at 4:02 PM

    It looks amazing! I love everything and that buffet is gorgeous!
    Debbie

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  67. Vickie @ Ranger 911September 14, 2011 at 7:44 PM

    What a georgeous transformation!

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  68. DawnaSeptember 14, 2011 at 10:00 PM

    WOW! Now that is a transformation and a great change! LOVE it!!

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  69. Katty's cosy coveSeptember 16, 2011 at 12:19 PM

    You did a beautiful job. White decor is wonderful- love it.

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  70. AnonymousSeptember 16, 2011 at 3:22 PM

    Beautiful and so inspiring. I have almost finished painting my horrible kitchen cabinets white, and they look so much better already. Is the microwave safe over a cooker? I was thinking about the same thing.. I have a gas cooker and Im in UK! Also what paint did you use on the fireplace..we have a very similar fireplace and I want to twist my hubbys arm so we can do the same as it looks amazing. Did it take many coats as I imagine the bricks will soak so much paint up?? Good job and I love your home! Greetings from across the pond! Deb

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  71. Ethereal PLUS what I LoveSeptember 22, 2011 at 9:31 PM

    Do you mind me asking where you bought your lamp next to your sofa? Love it ....I have been looking for new lamps for my living room.

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  72. ℳartina @ Northern NestingOctober 3, 2011 at 9:28 PM

    WOW This room is gorgeous!! I LOVE LOVE the fireplace transformation! Martina

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  73. Restoration House InteriorsOctober 5, 2011 at 2:13 PM

    Please tell me where you found your pillows for the sofa! I love them! menmyhouse@gmail.com or feel free to comment on my blog! Thanks!

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  74. Restoration House InteriorsOctober 5, 2011 at 2:18 PM

    Oh! Love your blog BTW! Officially a follower!

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  75. Chrissy...The Apothecary ShopNovember 1, 2011 at 8:46 PM

    Oh my goodness what a stunning room you have created..love every single detail..love your lampshade too(I have the same one)so much inspiration here!!!!

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  76. JennyDecember 28, 2011 at 6:38 PM

    Wowie! I had to do some serious double takes on this transformation! Huge difference! Love it.

    Jenny
    www.evolutionofstyleblog.blogspot.com

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  77. JaeDecember 29, 2011 at 12:07 PM

    I love it. I'm on the white kick too. Great transformation!

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  78. Sew PassionateDecember 30, 2011 at 9:44 PM

    Wow what a difference!! Nice job. Did you do the slipcovers yourself? They look great! I've been doing slipcovers for about 8 years now and I always love white slipcovers.

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  79. JanroJanuary 1, 2012 at 11:24 AM

    Its really beautiful!

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  80. JanroJanuary 1, 2012 at 11:25 AM

    Fantastic, really stylish!

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  81. lindajlue@yahoo.comMarch 16, 2012 at 10:29 AM

    I love it. I would love to have slipcovers for my wingback chairs. Did you make these.

    Linda J.

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