I won't bore you with lots of words on this post seeing how my last post was quite wordy for me. =) Basically here is the progress we've made so far on our dining room. I'd like to get two more of the oval chairs to use where the bench is and just move the bench somewhere else and I'm still pondering wallpaper or at least painting the walls a charcoal color but haven't gone ahead with that. And as I mentioned in the Rolling Cart post a couple of days ago I'd like to eventually find a hutch for in here and move the rolling cart up to my office. Other than that though, it's really starting to feel so much more finished.
In the photo below you can see the wallpaper I am thinking about going with:
Here's a close-up of the wallpaper. I think it would help keep the room from getting too feminine.
Source List
Wall Color - Gray Owl at 75% in Matte Finish
Trim Color - Simply White in Semi-gloss FinishBeadboard Wallpaper - Allen and Roth from Lowe's
Chandelier - Savvy in Williamsburg, VA (similar here)
Farmhouse Table - I made it using this plan from Ana White's site. Stained with Rustoleum's Weathered Gray and Minwax's Provincial
End Chairs and Side Chairs - World Market
Tufted Bench - Home Goods
Side Chairs next to Sideboard - Joss and MainClock - Joss and Main
Mirror - Restoration Hardware (similar here and here)
Drapery Panels - IKEA Aina Panels in gray
Drapery Rods - Lowe's
Sideboard - The Velvet Shoestring (consignment shop - then painted with Annie Sloan's French Linen chalk paint from Lady Butterbug)
Lamps - Home Goods
Dinnerware - Mikasa, French Countryside Collection
Chargers - Pottery Barn (seven years ago)
Urn on Table - from a shop I worked at years ago (similar ones here)
Rolling Cart - I made it. You can find our tutorial here. And we stained it with: Rustoleum's Weathered Gray and Minwax's Provincial
Painting on top of Rolling Cart - Savvy in Williamsburg (about six years ago)
Pitcher on top of Rolling Cart - gift from Spring Mill, Indiana
Antlers - World Market
Items on Top Shelf of Rolling Cart -
mugs on the cup holder - Mikasa, French Countryside Collection
pitcher - HomeGoods
marble topped cake stand - World Market (same one here)
milk bottles - TJMaxx
Items on Middle Shelf of Rolling Cart -
saucers - Heritage Lace
chocolate cups and saucers - L.A. Burdick Chocolates (gift for our first anniversary)
serving bowls - Pottery Barn (Emma Collection - was a wedding gift)
cereal bowls - Pottery Barn (Emma Collection - was a wedding gift)
small white square cake plate - Williams Sonoma (was a wedding gift)
silver tiered tray on top of the small squared cake plate - Target
Items on Bottom Shelf -
pitcher - HomeGoods
cake stand - Pottery Barn (Emma Collection - was a wedding gift)
wine jug - White Home Collection in Wilton, NH (purchased several years ago)
And here are some sources for our hallway which you can sort of see in some of the pictures:
Trim Color - Simply White in Semi-gloss Finish
Door Color - Mopboard Black in Semi-gloss Finish
Beadboard Wallpaper - Allen and Roth from Lowe's
Clock - Savvy in Williamsburg, VA (a couple of years ago)
Runner - RugsUSA
Artwork -HomeGoods
Chandelier - Pottery Barn Mia Pendant in Medium I think
I hope you all have a fabulous weekend!
* This post contains affiliate links.
It looks great! I can't believe you made the table. I was just looking at a much simpler plan to build a replica of a restoration hardware coffee table and I'm still trying to decide if I can do it. I love those World Market oval chairs. I have one in my office and would love to have them in my dining room, too. I think the wallpaper would look great!
ReplyDeleteJennifer, beautiful as always! I can't believe you made the table AND the rolling cart! You are a dynamo. With two little ones no less. Your chandelier is gorgeous….I love how the crystals "flow" from the top, so pretty.
ReplyDeleteIt looks beautiful ! Love the table and rolling cart. May I ask what colour you used to stain your banisters? I'm looking to redo mine. Thanks for always inspiring me!
ReplyDeleteThanks so much! They were that color when we moved in, so I'm not sure. But they look similar to Provincial by Minwax.
DeleteLove the soft gray! I, too,painted my livingroom and hallways with just a touch of gray. I, also, stripped wallpaper to do this and , at this point, will never wallpaper again!! What a mess!!!!
ReplyDeleteSuch a beautiful room! I love the table and cart. And I love the bench with the table and the other chairs...it is a so pretty I'd leave it--but four of those lovely chairs will look amazing and you do know how to create a beautiful home...
ReplyDeleteI just love your dinning room, absolutely stunning!! I had my husband build me the exact table, I'm scared to stain it the wrong color!! Do you mind sharing what color you stained your table with!! I love looking at your picture such inspiration!! Thanks
ReplyDeleteThank you!!! We used a coat of Weathered Gray by Rustoleum and then Provincial by Minwax.
DeleteThis comment has been removed by the author.
ReplyDeleteThank you! Yes, we used the same two coats as the rolling cart. First the weathered gray, and then the Provincial.
DeleteIt's gorgeous!
ReplyDeleteSeems like you could paint the room similar to that wallpaper. uh...did I really say that?
ReplyDeleteWhat a beautiful room!
ReplyDeleteShelley
So, so beautiful! Love it all!!!
ReplyDeleteStunning! And, I agree the wallpaper would look great.
ReplyDeletePerfect thanks so much!!! Did you just use a rag to apply?? Looks like the gray is stronger in some areas, just wondering if you had a technique applying it. Also did you just use a mate finish??? Thanks so much for taking the time to respond!:)
ReplyDeleteHi! Yes, we just used an old t-shirt to apply the stain. We haven't added any wax coating or anything like that yet so it still appears pretty matte.
DeleteI love it all! I've had those printed directions for that table for a while now. Someday it will be built! Do you mind sharing the info for the wallpaper? Loved that, too!
ReplyDeleteThanks so much! The wallpaper is from Wallpaper Direct!
DeleteIt is absolutely stunning!!
ReplyDeleteIt looks fabulous!! The bench is an awesome touch, are you sure you want to move it?? ;) I love it in there.
ReplyDeleteWhere did you get your paint and give me more detail on the 75%
ReplyDeleteWall Color - Gray Owl at 75% in Matte Finish
Trim Color - Simply White in Semi-gloss Finish
Your dining room looks amazing! I always love seeing what you come up.
ReplyDeleteLove what you've done! I am considering purchasing the World Market captains chairs you have. Do you recommend them? Are they fairly durable? Thanks!
ReplyDeleteThank you! Yes, I think they are a great quality for the price!
DeleteHello! I can't find the chairs on world market! ): Can you tell me what they're called or some search terms I might try?
DeleteHi! World Market changes their inventory quite a bit, so they may no longer be available.
Delete-Jason
Love this so much!
ReplyDeleteI LOVE all of those snazzy items, especially the olive branch wreath. One of my favorite pieces from birch Lane is the Henderson Chair.
ReplyDeleteSo glad I found this blog. This is so my style!
ReplyDeleteOh it's so beautiful!!! I love the cable knit pillow best. So cozy!!!! Would love to curl up on it! :)
ReplyDeleteVery pretty! What are the dimensions of your dining room?
ReplyDeleteThanks! I'm not positive, but maybe 11x13 or so.
DeleteI love your dining room and style in general. :) I tried to find the source of your chandelier in the hallway, but was not able to locate it. It is beautiful...would you mind sharing? Thanks so much!! Julie
ReplyDeleteThank you! It's the Mia Chandelier from Pottery Barn.
DeleteWhat color is the bottom.of the table and what color is the top.. did you apply with cloth or brush?
ReplyDeleteHi! You can find all of the color info in the post (different wood just takes the stain differently). Also we generally just use a cloth or rag.
DeleteHello! My Husband just built the same table! We are in Canada, and having a hard time finding the stain you used. Was it interior or exterior and what store did you purchase them at? I appreciate it~ Thanks!!
ReplyDeleteHi! We used an interior stain and we purchased it at our Lowe's.
DeleteThanks so much for sharing! Would you mind detailing how you stained the table (how long you left each color on before wiping off, etc.)? We've tried a few test pieces and can't seem to get the same look as yours.
DeleteI pretty much just wiped the gray coat on and then very lightly wiped it off. Then I put on the coat of provincial right after. I'm not sure how you are supposed to do it but that's just how I always do it because I'm impatient :)
DeleteLove your hard wood floors. It states you used peel n stick from Lowe's? Are you pleased with these and their hold up with wear n tare?
ReplyDeleteThanks! The floors in this room are all real hardwood.
DeleteWe are preparing to build this table, did you alter the size of the plans? What is the length of your table. Your have truly inspired me! Lovely home!
ReplyDeleteThanks! We just made ours 7' in length instead of 8'.
DeleteBeautiful! What are the dimensions of your dining room, ceiling height as well? I too, wish to build this table and buy these chairs. The scale of your room helps me see how it will fit in mine. Thanks for your inspiration!
ReplyDeleteThanks! I'm not sure about the dimensions of the room, but the ceilings are 8' high.
DeleteBeautiful! I noticed that the Allen & Roth bead board wallpaper has a soft and spongy texture. The sample at our Lowes had a number of indentations and scratches on it. Do you find that it shows markings easily?
ReplyDeleteThanks, Kim! Our guess is that its designed that way to soak up the paint. We've seen a couple of minor scratches on the paper in our guest room but none on any of the paper downstairs.
Deletegreat post :)
ReplyDeleteHaha! I'm a little late to the party, but I just found this on Pinterest. I really like how everything ties together. My wife and are looking at doing a kitchen/dining room overhaul. I'll have to show her this as I I mentioned building the same table but she couldn't picture it the way I was trying to describe it. Excellent!
ReplyDeleteLove this room! What species of wood did you use for the table?
ReplyDeleteThank you :) Honestly, I don't know what we used, but I would guess Pine because thats usually what Lowe's and Home Depot have the most of.
DeleteI love your dinning room chandelier but I am unable to find it. Do you happen to know the manufacture or name of the chandelier? Thanks!
ReplyDeleteThanks! We got it at Savvy (www.savvyinwilliamsburg.com)--they will be able to help you!
DeleteStunning! Doesn't look DIY; looks like it is out of a high fashion magazine. How hard is it to maintain an open shelf concept? I feel like the plates would get dust on them.
ReplyDeleteThank you! Jenni says if you use them regularly you shouldn't really have to worry about it, but if they sit for a long time you may want to dust the top ones every once in a while.
Delete-Jason
Your home is beautiful!
ReplyDeleteCan you please tell me what exposure your kitchen is and also your dining room? (North, South, East, or West?)
Thank you!
What a beautiful Dining Room. It is so elegant, I love it!
ReplyDeleteI Love your style!! could you please tell me the type and color of your wood fllors
ReplyDelete