Sunday, February 19, 2012

SHOW OFF YOUR COTTAGE MONDAY

I knew I’d acted on impulse the minute I saw this dresser being uploaded onto my truck the day I bought it. What was I thinking then?

Although the colors were definitely not my palette, I thought that maybe this dresser would look cute in my pink girly room... but then I ‘really’ noticed the bad painting job on it, the super bright blues and greens and hideously large pink knobs, and could not believed I had just bought that thing! ;)

You were all so gracious about complimenting my dresser when I first show it to you in a past Show Off Your Cottage Monday! But I knew what some of you were probably thinking... And I agreed! ;) All this time I had been making plans to improve this strange piece... I'm not too fond of bright colors; I like to keep my decorating color schemes quite simple. Too many colors overwhelm me and this dresser was really overwhelming me... So I opted for some new paint... a lovely combo of grays with a hint of blue in it, from Dutch Boy: Hurricane Cliffs and Ypsilanti Skies…

And got new knobs! Half the price at Hobby Lobby. And boy, what a nice difference just that made!

I cannot begin to tell you how much I love this color of lighter gray-bluish paint; as the name itself suggests, it's like a serene rain laden sky where somehow sunshine has escaped the gloominess and is peeking through the clouds. I like it so much, I kept painting some other stuff! Remember my pink chair here?

Well, now it's not pink any more!

I love how this new color has given the room a more serene atmosphere... now if I can only change the carpet for hardwood floors!

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48 comments:

  1. What a beautiful transformation and I love the pretty neutral colors.Thanks for hosting. Have a wonderful week!~Poppy

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  2. Such soft, easy on the eyes colors you used to transform your chair and chest of drawers. Love it!
    Thanks for hosting this week's party.
    Mary Alice

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  3. Hi Cielo,
    I am glad I am in good company when I sometimes buy things and then immediately wonder what I was thinking! I love the color you have it now.
    Thank you for hosting,

    Carolyn

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  4. The bedroom has a much more serene feeling to it. You've done a great job in choosing the colour.

    xox

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  5. Thank you for hosting, week after week :)

    Greetings from Australia♥

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  6. It's been a while since I visited. I love what you did with the dresser. Very nice!!!

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  7. So glad I found you! I'm your newest follower and I know I'm going to enjoy reading about your projects.
    Have a great week!
    Karen
    Ladybug Creek

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  8. LOVE the transformation. When you show the side by side, there's no comparison - a very, very serene choice! Well done.Thank you for hosting once again,
    Wishing you a very Delightsome week,
    Kathy

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  9. Love your changes! The gray colors are great on the dresser. Love the chair too! Thanks for hosting the party! Have a wonderful week.

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  10. Wow - they DO look a whole lot better, Cielo! "Serene" is the right word choice, too. The new color toned down the entire feel of your bedroom. Great job!

    xoxo laurie

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  11. Great transformation! I love the toned down color! Thanks you for hosting!

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  12. I liked the other color but this color is soooo much better. Very pretty. Great transformation with it and the chair.

    (You are in color changing mode aren't you:)-hair, furniture)

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  13. I'm doing my first Show Off Your Cottage Monday, sweetpea. I'm not usually much for Linky Parties but I truly adore your blog!
    xoxo,
    Connie

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  14. I love your new color, it looks great! Beautiful room, as always Cielito. Thank you honey for hosting and having me. Que tengas una linda semana.
    FABBY

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  15. I guess mama always knows best. The transformation is amazing. I do not love bright colors, but I thought that it was cute in your daughters room. Now, it's not cute it is gorgeous! Love, love how it toned down the room and gives such a calming effect. Smart lady you are!
    Hugs,
    Jann

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  16. how peaceful and soft,so serene. Love the new look.
    x jeanetteann

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  17. Thank you so much for hosting "Show Off Your Cottage Monday". I enjoy your blog so much.
    I am your newest follower.
    I'm glad you painted your dresser. It looks so lovely with your chair the same color.
    Nancy

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  18. The new paint job goes much better in your home, I think. :)

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  19. Great transformation, Cielo. Love the new color and I love the room!....Christine

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  20. Thanks so much for hosting each week I appreciate all the work it takes to host a successful party.

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  21. The dresser couldn't be more perfect now!

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  22. Hi Cielo,
    The new colors are beautiful!

    Have a wonderful week, and thank you for hosting!

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  23. Your dresser and chair are looking very enchanted!
    Thank you for hosting, Cielo!

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  24. Charming makeover and thank you for hosting the party for us.

    Blessings,
    Linda

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  25. Thanks for hosting. I'm slowly working up the courage to repaint some of my furniture...your dresser is so inspiring! Love the gray.

    Amy {aprons & ambition}

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  26. What a difference it makes! It's absolutely serene now!

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  27. It became such a chique dresser! Just with a little paint. Gorgeous!

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  28. It always amazes me how the simple act of changing the hue of something sets a totally different mood. Bravo on the serenity your color choice has provided for the bedroom! Thank you for hosting the link party -- a collection of clever and creative ideas!

    Deborah

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  29. It turned out so good! I just found your blog I will have to link up some time for your linky party! :)

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  30. LOVE the transformation.It has a much softer look.Thank you for hosting.

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  31. Love it both ways, but the new way is more peaceful and soothing!! LOVE the new knobs!! The whole room is PERFECT!! Thanks for hosting!!

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  32. What an amazing transformation. Love the soft color, your room looks fresh and cozy. Thanks for hosting.

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  33. Beautifully done. Much prefer the grey-blueish colours, looks great with the newly painted chair. Thanks for hosting my friend. Diane

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  34. Love this transformation:) Looks perfect. All linked up to the party. Thanks so much for hosting.
    Enjoy your week
    ~Cheryl

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  35. Thank you so much for hosting the party. I am thrilled to be a part of your beautiful blog even if for just a day.

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  36. Thanks for hosting! Your bedroom looks beautifully serene. I love bright colors, but not so much in the bedroom.

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  37. I do love the change you made to the dresser. It does make the room much more serene. I am always inspired by your creativity and beautiful rooms. Thank you for hosting this linky party. I am off to check out some others who have linked.

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  38. The transformation is amazing and "serene" is the perfect word for the look of your bedroom now. It looks so peaceful and lovely.
    I am happy to see I'm not the only one who buys something and then wonders what I was thinking!
    Have a great week.

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  39. I love the soft gray colors you chose. Thanks for hosting!

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  40. Absolutely beautiful! I Love, Love, LOVE that flower print above the dresser. That's just stunning!

    Thanks for hosting!

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  41. Thanks for hosting!! Have a wonderful week!

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  42. What a huge change to the dresser. I love the softer colors. Thanks for hosting each week.

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  43. Beautiful!

    Your hair looks gorgeous too...but I think your beautiful spirit would come through whether you're blonde, brunette or tye dye! lol Looks gorgeous!

    Nancy

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  44. Very pretty! It looks nice in that room.
    Thank you for hosting!
    Sherry

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  45. That looks great! Thanks for hosting each week -- I always find so much inspiration in your posts and in all of the links each week.

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  46. Hi lovely lady.
    I Love your changes! The gray colors are great on the dresser. Love the chair too! Thanks for hosting the party! Have a wonderful week with your family.
    XXOO Diane

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  47. Conhecendo o blog agora e totalmente apaixonada por ele!
    Parabéns pelo carinho na escolha de tantas imagens lindas!!!

    A musica que toca aqui, tocou meu coração, obrigada!

    Bjs

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