Sunday, January 4, 2009

Show and Tell

I've been MIA lately, but I've been lurking. I'm glad we've all survived the Holidays and have moved into 2009 - which, I pray will be better.

Welcome to Show and Tell - (I haven't participated lately) - if you have never participated, pop over to Mel's to see what's going on.
In honor of the new year, and wanting to start this new year with a clean (or, maybe just cleaner...) slate, we've done a bit of redecorating. Hopefully, my ovaries will follow suit and pugh those good follicles to the front of the class!!! Unfortunately, I don't have any before pictures...but...here goes!
Mom and I made drapes for my breakfast area - R hung them today:

Before, we just had the blinds hanging. We found this fabric at Pottery Barn and my MIL bought me a few yards for Christmas. I love it!

Next, we got a new painting for our mantle. My sister's friend painted it - I love it! Here is the redecorated mantle:Before, the mantle was very traditional - mirror, clock, a few pictures. It was getting very dull to me and on my nerves! I was ready for a change!

What are you showing today?

11 comments:

Baby Smiling In Back Seat said...

Nothing like a little color! Enjoy your new environs. :)

Polly Gamwich said...

I love em both! Great job.

Michelle said...

Wow! They both look so good! I love the painting!

AnotherDreamer said...

Change can be good :) Very pretty, and it makes it looks more warm and open :)

GINA and KEV said...

I am in love with that fabric! Nice job!

Angie said...

Love the colors! Sometimes it just takes a little color to make a big difference!

Megan said...

It all looks great. I have a bad PB habit too.

Lost in Space said...

Are those matching place-mats too? (-; Both look great! Now when can you come help me decorate?

..al said...

Absolutely gorgeous! The floral print adds a lot of beauty to the whole ambience. Congrats for having such a good taste....and I hope that Miss Ovaries take a cue fast!

The fireplace is well done or redone indeed!

Stacie said...

Wow. I love the bright colors in the painting!

Tara said...

Thanks, everyone! B - let me know - I'll come decorate anytime for you! :)