3 Big Things for Show & Tell!!!
1. We are going to be on America's Funniest Home Videos this Sunday (3/25)! Look for the video where my daughter reaches for an Easter egg and gets a "hissing" surprise instead. (6 p.m. central time on ABC I think)
2. This Saturday is my Fort Worth Gallery Night art show. I have been painting like the wind. I'm really excited and of course I'll share pics of the unveiled paintings and the show when I return. : )
click here Art Show Flyer
I hate that I'm so impatient. It's probably my worst trait. So before you see these pics and think you'd change the light fixture or window treatment...relax! I've already mentally taken care of it. Now I just need to physically take care of it. In fact that little china cabinet/secretary with early 90's crackle finish is just temporary. Something bigger and cooler is in the works (project #43 on the list...) and I am sooo excited to dive in. I have an a-ma-zing light fixture already. But getting my overworked hubby to help me hang it is taking a backseat to bigger projects we are working on in the yard. I've been planning a big dining room re-do for quite some time! It's the room that everybody sees when they enter my home and I was tired of the dark black furniture. In my attempt to lighten things up I sold the black china cabinet. Funny enough, the sweet girl who picked it up took a look into the garage and said "Wow, you two are real project people huh?". That made me feel so good! Little does she know we're good project STARTERS...haha.
Here's a (Horrible) BEFORE ...
*I was rearranging...it wasn't always this disheveled
And AFTER...
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♥Linsey
Wow! What a transformation! Love the new look!
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Oh, I almost forgot...America's Funniest Home Videos...that's so cool! And good luck at your art show!
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You go Girl!*!*! LoVe the transformation!!! AND that darling "little" cabinet with your ironstone is the SwEEtest!*!*!
ReplyDeleteJeanine Burkhardt
Linsey your dining room is gorgeous! I love what you did. It really lightened it up. How wonderful that your daughter is going to be on TV. Fun!
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Danielle
What a difference! And I love that crackle finished china cabinet - mmmmm:)
ReplyDelete-Revi
Such a awesome transformation!!! Just bright and lovely! I totally 'get' the impatient thing...I am just like this! I am going to be posting before after photos within the next week too! :)
ReplyDeleteI discovered your blog today through Savvy Southern style when I was posting a link.
ReplyDeleteI love your makeover and was surprised to read your an artist, I am too :). I paint huge linen canvases in oil of flowers. I would love to see some of your work, I am presuming the work on the side bar was yours, the cake, its really lovely. I find it hard to put dedication into my work, I am very sporadic but have been invited to exhibit this year so just starting out a series of works.
Would love for you to visit my blog and look at my paintings. I have also just added myself to your linky group and as a follower.
Do you have a website with your artwork on as I would love to see more?
I will be returning to keep up to date with your paintings so have signed up for updates.
Lee
Wow, this is an amazing makeover!
ReplyDeleteYou did a great job!!
A new star in your house, how fun!
ReplyDeleteYour dining room looks so much brighter with your new cabinet. Of course I am loving all the ironstone pieces and that little pie safe could visit my house anytime!
Best of luck with your art show!
Love it! And LOVE your ironstone collection...that fluted rectangular platter! Oh my....I am a new follower...thanks for visiting my blog...hope you'll follow back! I look forward to seeing your work....will you do a post about the Art Show?
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Looks lovely...I had to smile, I have about a "million" little projects sitting all over my house "patiently waiting" for MY "over worked" hubby's assistance...someday :) Thnaks for the peek, Laurel
ReplyDeleteA true beautiful FARMHOUSE look! Can't wait to see your paintings, too! From one sweetie to another....Roxie
ReplyDeleteWe love funniest home videos in our house. I'll definitely be on the lookout. I love the transformation of your room. Very springy. I'd love it if you'd share this at Whimsy Wednesdays at www.thenymelrosefamily.blogspot.com/2012/03/whimsy-wednesdays-3.html. I'm following via LF.
ReplyDeleteLinsey looks like everything is coming together nicely! You have a great eye for accessorizing. Have fun at your show!
ReplyDeleteEverything looks great! I love the arrangement in the galvanized bucket. I also love all your ironstone pieces and the setup on the chair near the lamp. It's very bright. I like the display on the butcher block too. Love it all!
ReplyDelete**Sigh** Its.. . AMAZING! You have done such an amazing job and the I just love your talent for displays.
ReplyDeleteYour dining room is really looking good. Love your displays of ironstone! Hope your art show is fabulous!
ReplyDeleteMary Alice
Well,of course I LOVE your changes! Yummy ironstone! The little cabinet is wonderful! I like how you have arranged everything. And how fun that you'll be on TV!
ReplyDeletewhat a lovely makeover...such a big change and so inspiring! Officially a follower! Please come by and say hello over at my place!
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Visiting from,
www.restorationhoustinteriors.blogspot.com
Wow , your cabinet is amazing love all the little treasures you have on display...Your newest follower...I invite you to visit me as well...Blessings Lori
ReplyDeleteI love AFV...so cool your little one gets to be on it. Your room looks lovely, amazing really. Good luck Saturday!
ReplyDeleteWow, I love the transformation! The secretary looks wonderful and I love your treasures! Have a great show!
ReplyDeleteIt looks beautiful!
ReplyDeleteAll the best with your art show.
Cute changes, how bright and airy now. I'll have to have the kids record Funniest Home videos. How fun'ny!
ReplyDelete~Bliss~
Wow! That looks really nice!
ReplyDeleteAmazing!
~cathy
Love the little secretary and all of your white pitchers and dishes! Isn't white the answer to brighten a room? :-)
ReplyDeleteThat turned out great.Looks nice and fresh.
ReplyDeletewonderful!! And good luck on the show!
ReplyDeleteNancy
wildoakdesigns.blogspot.com
Wow--I want your energy and inspiration--looks fabulous!
ReplyDeleteGood luck on Art show, you are very Talented Lady..
ReplyDeleteI will try and catch the TV show. yvonne
You are an amazing artist girl!! I have been busy with my mom visiting, spring break, planning a big ranch party for hubby's office, and doing a wildlife plan for our ranch, and we have an offer on house in town that we have been trying to sell (My MIL's old house.) But I bet I haven't been nearly as busy as you have been. I wish you much success this weekend, and will try, try, try to remember to watch AFV Sunday night. My daughter loves that show.
ReplyDeleteThe transformation is truly amazing! I love how bright it is. Thank you for sharing at Whimsy Wednesdays. I hope you'll come back this week to share your latest projects.
ReplyDeleteOh My Stars!! This is absolutely fabulous!! LOVE the colors and the wood....sooooo pretty!
ReplyDeleteAnd that Window? LOVE IT!!
Lou Cinda
Hi Linsey, thank you for visit my blog, but I do not know what I must do now about the party?.-)
ReplyDeleteCan you help me?
Hugs
Sabine
I absolutely love this room!!!!! Gorgeous! Love all your ironstone too!
ReplyDeleteAbsolutely gorgeous!!~
ReplyDeleteYou had me at "Ironstone"!~
Have a lovely day.
Sincerely,
Melinda
Wow, we love America's Funniest Videos! I'll have to try to catch it. Love the way your dining room turned out. I totally get the ALMOST finished projects. Sigh...visiting from White Wednesday. I'd love it if you'd stop by for a visit.
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Judy
I really like the big black hutch or wardrobe and your chopping block too!
ReplyDeleteGorgeous dining room! And I will try to watch AFV - we love that show :) Thanks for inviting me over, I joined up so I won't miss a minute of your beautiful blog ;)
ReplyDeleteYour dining room is lovely. I would love a vintage window frame like the one you have propped. Great pieces, and I especially love the linens and ironstone. The caddy is really great too.
ReplyDeletewhat a lovely lovely transformation! and i'm so loving 'summertime' playing on your blog!
ReplyDeletecome visit anytime--great giveaway right here: http://hellolovelyinc.blogspot.com/2012/04/april-giveaway.html
smiles.
michele
What a fabulous transformation. I would love it if you could share this inspirational post at our WIW linky party. The dining room is so nice and bright and springy. Love it!
ReplyDeletePaula
Ivyandelephants.blogspot.com
I so love this room and all of your accesories...what a beautiful space! Thank you for linking up last weekend at Sunday Blog Love...I'll be featuring this as one of my top five picks...wishing you a wonderful Easter weekend...
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