Updates to My Foyer
Diva Dog says “Hi!” too.
I’ve really been enjoying my dining room that I updated back in January just by changing out accessories (some new, some vintage) and by painting my brown chandelier.
The starburst mirror was a very affordable find at Home Depot. They are available on their website for only $35.
I added a cyclamen to a pot that I had in my stash and painted a little brown metal bird with gold paint. Added my Baldwin brass lamp that I’ve had for years, and called the chest done!
The garden stool is a new addition from an awesome place in High Point purchased at below wholesale. I’ll get around to telling you about that place one of these days.
The biggest change is probably the addition of this bench that my daughter, Ms. JB, gifted to me. She doesn’t have room for it in her new house so I was the lucky recipient. Thank you Sweet Pea!
I love the colors in the fabric that I used to make the pillows.
I thought this rug that I ordered from Overstock.com would make a nice modern addition to the space. I cannot tell you though, how much I agonized before I ordered it – I was so afraid! What will it look like??? What if people don’t like it??? Will they think I’m weird??? Sheesh!
Tip – order what you like, not what you think everyone else will like and you will love it!
I can’t get a shot of the entire space from floor level, so here’s a bird’s eye view.
And a view looking toward the front door from the family room.
Now, onto the living room!
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It looks so pretty! I love the rich wood tones of the chest with the gold accents and the pop of pink from the cyclamen. I bought that same mirror from Home Depot…isn’t it fabulous? I love the rug too! 🙂
That foyer looks great and so dose the rest of the place. I found you on Weekly Top Shot. I’m now a new follower on GFC and Linly and I want to invite you to come visit my blog. I have a Photo challenge and I would love it if you came and entered. @ http://www.arosiesweethome.com/2012/03/picture-is-worth-thousand-words-photo.html
I hope you come check it out.
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Thanks
Rose
Suzy, I love everything you have done in your foyer. I am such a fan of benches. They are like table tops plus to me. I’m sure you gave your daughter a great big hug for your pretty new bench! It was made for the wall in your foyer… and your pillows make is so warm and inviting!
I LOVE the chest in your foyer… so classic and inviting. I have a small chest almost like that but never thought to try it in the foyer! You have inspired me!
Garden stools are a real favorite of mine! Yours is gorgeous and adds such a lovely element and a big pop of color! Beautiful foyer! Now all I need to do is drop by with a plate of cookies!
Yvonne
Hi Suzy,
You have a very pretty foyer. Love the rug! It shows your sweet personality. Your chest is dressed so beautiful. The flowers really pop. The mirror was a great choice. I Love the bench and the pretty pillows. What is the difference in the size of the chest to the bench?
Dee
Hi Dee. The chest is 37″ wide and the bench is 48″ wide.
SO beautiful! What a lovely space to welcome your friends and family into! Thank you, Suzy for sharing on Weekly Top Shot…
Suzy..it all looks great…what a nice gift from your daughter and the rug looks fantastic!…
So don’t tease me…where is that place in High Point?…Would it be Furnitureland South Salvage…I love that place! Bargains galore!…
No – it isn’t FLS. I plan to do a post about it in the next week or so and then see if we can get a group together to go shop!
I think it looks great, and I love the rug! Lucky for you to get that bench! The pillows make it so cheerful and springy, too. Oh, and you’re making me want to go out and buy a cyclamen. But, who am I kidding, it would never survive in my house! Have a Happy Easter! Please don’t wait too long to fill us in on the store in High Point! ;o)
Great bench! And your yellow walls are making me think more about bringing yellow into my own house…
Gorgeous, well done! =) ~Liz
fVery nicely done the plant adds a nice splash of color. Love the pillows. Great job.
It looks beautiful! I love the bench!!!
Hi Suzy! Oh, your foyer is gorgeous! Love your mirror and everything else. That is one beautiful hardwood floor too.
Thanks for popping in to see me.
be a sweetie,
shelia 😉
Absolutely beautiful Suzy! I love the bench, the pillows, the mirror and the hardwoods! So pretty! You did a great job pulling it altogether!
Melody
One Chatty Chic
Beautiful! Love the stool and the rug is fabulous!!! You did a great job putting all the elements together! 🙂
Suzy,
It all looks amazing! Love the bench and the fabric you used for the pillows is perfect! The rug, no need to agonize, it looks great and you loving it is all that matters!
Thanks for visiting!
Rebecca
Your entry is lovely, Suzy. I love the rug. I’m so into adding touches of black & white (or cream). I just love how it makes anything around it pop. I also really like your bench.
CAS
It is so pretty. Love your new bench, how special is that. Your accessories look amazing on the chest and great mirror too. By all means order what you like. I think the rug is fantastic. So glad you bought it. Thanks tons for joining TTT. Hugs, Marty
Looks beautiful, and very springlike. Wonderful bench and I agree,buy what you like.
Sandy
Beautiful changes in your foyer! I love the starburst mirror and other elements of your vignette!