1.29.2010

Inspiration and Planning...

One reason I enjoy blogs and blogging - ideas!!!!  Ideas, ideas, ideas.  I can not get enough.  Before I discovered blog land (about three years ago) I purchased and subscribed to magazines.  The truth is I do not purchase near as many magazines now - given how many folks put their decorating and crafting ideas on their blogs and other websites.  Pictured above is a tear-out from Southern Living... who knows what year.  But I fell in love with the photo wall behind the table.  In my family room we have a large wall and I knew I wanted to reproduce that idea.

Ten black frames... purchased over time from my local craft/decorating store when they place their frames 50% off.  I spent $50 on these frames.  I took some of these photos of the kiddos and a few were professionally taken. I need to change a few out... my photography skills have gotten better... I'm happy to report!

The next thing I'd like to do is replace the over-sized denim sofa with a large farmhouse table... that will seat  8 - 10.  Yes... 10.  I want to have a place for everyone to sit when we have guests over for dinner... and I'd like this one please...

photo from Pottery Barn...

So, I'm looking for a good deal.  And I still need to map it out and sell this idea to my husband.  But I think it will work right there in front of those photos... I just think it might.

Linking today to:
Finding Fabulous - Frugalicious Friday
My Romantic Home: Show and Tell Friday

9 lovely comments:

Tammy@ A Doctor in the House said...

I will take one of those tables too! Lovely!

Debbie said...

Your photo wall is great! Nicely done, and perfect for that wall!!~

R said...

i've been in love with the big wall grouping of pictures since the moment i saw yours. :0)

Ms. Bake-it said...

I like the table too. But I especially love the chandeliers. I have been trying to find some that will fit my budget...

~ Tracy

Gina said...

I've always loved your wall. So, if your farm table goes there, does your dining room become a sitting room? Interesting.

Danielle @ Transforming Home said...

Love the photo wall - great job!
Danielle

Denise Marie said...

great copy of the wall of frames.

Jane said...

Wow...I love your wall frames! Amazing how when you group them together, they're scale is perfect for the room! Thanks for linkin' up to Frugalicious Friday!

Jenny said...

My SIL has a table that seats 8 and it's so nice!