Monday, April 15, 2013

Living Room


Well, I finally have some photos of the chairs with their painted legs and of a few other things we did to "spruce up" the living room. Eventually I would like to replace the legs on these chairs entirely but for now the paint and wax at least helps make them more appealing. I used Shenandoah Taupe by Benjamin Moore for the paint and then added some of Annie Sloan's Dark Wax over the top.  We also sort of got a new lamp. I actually ordered it for Jason's house back during our last Joss and Main event but on accident put in my shipping address (honestly, it wasn't on purpose!) and now I kind of want to keep it. =)


We also moved the large coffee table back into the family room and put this slip-covered ottoman back in this room.







I hope you all are having a lovely Monday!

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32 comments:

  1. Michele M./ Finch RestApril 15, 2013 at 5:25 PM

    You have a lovely living room, Jennifer and I like your changes very much.

    So will you be hosting another Joss and Main event again? How does that work?

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    1. Dear LillieApril 15, 2013 at 10:46 PM

      Thanks, Michele! We don't have a date for another one at this time but I think we will be hosting another one again at some point! I hope you are doing well!

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  2. SunnyApril 15, 2013 at 5:26 PM

    Ohhhhhh...I can just hear Jason now!! ;)

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  3. angela hodges abodeApril 15, 2013 at 5:28 PM

    Simply Beautiful! ~Angela @hickorytrailblog.blogspot.com

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  4. R @ Rebecca's RoundupApril 15, 2013 at 5:35 PM

    Everything looks beautiful, as always! However, to be honest when I saw the lamp right away I thought the lines of it just didn't flow with everything else and it looks a little masculine, probably perfect for Jason :) Not trying to be negative, just sharing a design opinion, take it or leave it! You always do such an amazing job!!!

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  5. Kyla SchultzApril 15, 2013 at 5:57 PM

    Please shar the details on your new pillows. I love them all. In fact I love the entire room. It is very fresh and clean looking for spring.

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    1. Dear LillieApril 15, 2013 at 10:52 PM

      Thanks! The new ones on the sofa are from Home Goods! I love them!

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  6. Sunflowers With SmilesApril 15, 2013 at 6:08 PM

    Looks gorgeous, love your chairs too!

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  7. UnknownApril 15, 2013 at 6:29 PM

    Lovely! But how do you keep them clean?!? I struggle with that constantly!

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  8. RitaApril 15, 2013 at 6:37 PM

    Your living room is stunning! I love the white chairs and sofa. So soft and romantic looking. If you get a chance, please link this to my sunday linky party going on now: http://suburbsmama.blogspot.com/2013/04/sunday-linky-party-3.html

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  9. UnknownApril 15, 2013 at 6:55 PM

    love! never considered putting moss balls on mantel! may try!

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  10. mommaofonedivaApril 15, 2013 at 7:12 PM

    i am crazy for those chairs!!!

    {love his/your} new lamp!
    molly

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  11. Yvonne @ StoneGableApril 15, 2013 at 7:46 PM

    Beautiful and serene... and so upscale, Jennifer! My husband and I spent 4 wonderful days in Williamsburg last week. We so love your area!!!
    Keep the lamp, it looks at home!

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  12. ℳartina @ Northern NestingApril 15, 2013 at 7:55 PM

    Jennifer your living room always looks beautiful! I love the new look on your mantle...the plants in the silver urns look so pretty!

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  13. KristelApril 15, 2013 at 10:08 PM

    I love your dining room, and every time you make a change, I love it even more! The legs go so well with the "accidental" lamp, which, by the way, goes very well with the mirror....just saying ;)

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  14. Korrie@RedHenHomeApril 16, 2013 at 12:04 AM

    Can't believe what a difference you were able to make in those legs! Great work.

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  15. MeghanApril 16, 2013 at 8:50 AM

    Can you do a tutorial for how you did the legs on the chairs? I have a sofa that has dark wood legs and a topper piece that I need to refinish and I want exactly the look you did!!! I hope it wasn't too hard :)

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    1. Dear LillieApril 16, 2013 at 9:27 PM

      It was nice and easy, Meghan! I just painted the legs first and then once they were dry I just used a paper towel (because I was lazy - I normally use a piece of jersey knit fabric) and wiped the the wax on and that was it!

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  16. aleeApril 16, 2013 at 9:32 AM

    I love the chairs, can you share where you purchased them?:)

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    1. Dear LillieApril 16, 2013 at 9:31 PM

      Thanks! I got them at TJMaxx!

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    2. StephanieJune 18, 2013 at 9:18 PM

      I just seen your chairs today & was so bummed ours only had one!!:( I Just may have to hurry back and get it ;) I luv the painted legs vs. non..

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  17. CindyApril 16, 2013 at 2:55 PM

    Ohhh, i'd forgotten that slipcovered ottoman - i really love it in the living room, and that striped lampshade, and lamp, yummy, i need to copy that idea. Love the mossy balls with the silver urns too... Always that touch of green that is sooo perfect with your decor.

    Cindy

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  18. Marty@A Stroll Thru LifeApril 16, 2013 at 3:30 PM

    I love your living room and the chairs are fantastic. Such a lovely space. Hugs, Marty

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  19. Pinky at Designs by PinkyApril 16, 2013 at 4:27 PM

    Your living room is beautiful. I actually like the lamp and think it goes well with your mirror. Love th greens too. Lovely room. XO, Pinky

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  20. Vicki ArcherApril 16, 2013 at 4:57 PM

    Love the chairs, the lamp is gorgeous too...your living room looks lovely!...xv

    http://vickiarcher.com

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  21. AnonymousApril 17, 2013 at 5:06 PM

    Hang on a sec...that slipcover looks different! Didn't it have ruffles before? And the fabric looks textured...??
    Leah: )

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    1. Dear LillieApril 19, 2013 at 11:36 PM

      Haha - good eye. This is the original slipcover I made for that ottoman. I showed it way back a couple of years ago but the first time I washed it the pleats got messed up and I was way to lazy to iron them all out nicely again. Seeing how we had not used the ottoman in a while I somehow lost the other slipcover and had to pull this one out. I ended up stapling the pleated ruffle down though to avoid having to iron it. =)

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  22. AnonymousApril 18, 2013 at 10:46 AM

    I tried to leave a comment to enter for the drawing, but it wouldn't let me. I ended up clicking on"I commented", which I didn't because I couldn't. I love your blog, your home, the photos you post and your products. I requested a "Silent Night " pillow for Christmas and was delighted to receive it! I absolutely adore the oversize growth chart, though my children are grown, the grandchildren would love it! I hope I am entered through my email.

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  23. Katie MansfieldApril 25, 2013 at 9:32 PM

    I love the legs this way. Your living room always looks fantastic.

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  24. MercyMeMay 7, 2013 at 12:41 AM

    I looked at Joss & Main and was unable to find your lovely new lamp. Please help me figure out how I can purchase one just like it. Thank you!

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    1. Dear LillieMay 7, 2013 at 11:53 PM

      Joss and Main has sales that only last a few days so you have to purchase an item during the "event". You might be able to find the lamp on wayfair.com though!

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  25. MercyMeMay 7, 2013 at 12:44 AM

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