Sunday, May 5, 2013

Symmetry Rules My World ...

Happy Cinco de Mayo, friends!  I hope you're all out enjoying a tall margarita to celebrate the holiday! If I were a fan of tequila, I know *I* would be.  ;)

Thank you for making me feel better about my crazy *self-inflicted* OCD rules of decorating that I shared in my last post!  I'm glad that I'm not alone (lol)!  It also makes me feel a bit more comfortable sharing one of my latest projects!  

In our house, which is an open floor plan, our dining and sitting rooms sit across from each other, separated by our foyer.  When standing in our great room, you can see into both rooms at the same time.  And, for 7 years, one thing that has bothered me is that the lighting didn't match ... crazy, I know (see, there again my OCD rears its head)!

We finally solved the problem and added "this" beauty in here, which is just like the one in our dining room:  


My crazy self also added the same fabric that's in the dining room in here, as well:


What do you think?  Is this a place you might like to "GATHER?"


Here's what the other chandie used to look like: (I'm really enjoying the "presence" the new crystal one has over this one!)  


The new fabric is a fun change, too. Another matching pillow (made by my neighbor) helps to tie it all together, too:


Of course, coastal accents are still splashed around: 







And, so easy to even add a bit of coastal to a simple frame of my sweet boy (a few years ago) by resting a starfish on the corner:


Sufficed to say, having these matching elements now makes things okay in my crazy little decorating world ... for *now* anyway!  LOL


Is that wrong?  Probably ... but, just please play along with me, okay? :)

Thanks for stopping by (and come play with us here):

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34 comments:

  1. I love the change. It's beautiful!! I absolutely love a crystal chandelier.

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  2. I LOVE the new chandy. It was made for that room and the way you have it decorated. To be honest, I wouldn't have waited as long as you did to replace it!! Gorgeous and I love the color scheme!!

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  3. Just lovely, Becca! I like that you've brought the same things through to the next room. I think it helps with the "flow" of your house.

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  4. I think the new chandy is just perfect Becca!! Frankly you need something to reflect your sparkling personality, right girl? ;-) Love the entire room so much and now I'm itching to get going on my summer decorating!
    Vanessa

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  5. Hello beautiful room! The new chandelier is perfect. Love how light and bright the room is.

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  6. Love the bling chandelier! And I love symmetry too - makes our homes peaceful in such a crazy world! Sharing on my FB page now!
    Kelly

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  7. Becca, I love the matching chandeliers too! Your room looks stunning and so inviting! Great choice!

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  8. Oh, the crystal chandelier really looks amazing! Your little fella is precious!!! Hope you'll share at Amaze Me Monday!
    Blessings,
    Cindy

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  9. The change is just beautiful...love the colors and everything is decorated perfectly!

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  10. LOVE the new chandy, Becca and your coastal accents make me want to get my shells out too. BUT, I will be patient and wait til Summer. XO, Pinky

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  11. I love it!!! Everything looks so beautiful! You just send those old curtains to me if you need to get rid of them!! :-)

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  12. What a charming room. I love the two paintings on the wall - really sweet.

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  13. I think the new chandy is beautiful and just makes the room! I was amazed at the difference between the before and after. Have a great week, sweet Becca!

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  14. Love it Becca!!! I am the exact same way! Your home looks so warm, light & pretty. A place I would love to visit, great job! Love the lighting(new). Have a great week, jen

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  15. Perfect! I love that fabric...looks beautiful with your furniture, etc. Jax is so adorable, regardless of age!

    Have a wonderful week ~
    xo
    Pat

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  16. Well, definitely, you needed to have a matching light and fabric to tie everything together. Makes perfect sense to me!

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  17. Beautiful! Each detail is perfect and looks so fresh and inviting. Would you share where you found the chandelier and the name/manufacturer of your drape and pillow fabric, please?

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  18. The room is so pretty Becca, and your chandelier is GORGEOUS! I also love the fabric you chose for your curtains and pillows!

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  19. Becca, everything is so fresh and light and sooooo well put together! The chandy really lightens up the room! Perfect choice!!
    Becca, you need to come and help me decorate. LOVE your style!

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  21. I just LOVE the chandelier- i bought one on craigslist that was just so nasty in the pics but i had faith it was a beauty. I bought it for $100 and had a friend pick it up for me. scary sight when it arrived... but oh my gosh........ a little tsp on the crystals I swear i almost cried, it is the most amazing thing i have ever seen, i was going to put some pics on my blog but the pics do not do it justice so i didn't post any. I just wanted to say hello - i see that you are going to haven. looking forward to meeting you. Your house is simply beautiful!!
    Lynda- www.ohsoshabby.com

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  22. So pretty! I like both chandy's but the new one looks like it just belongs in that room!

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  23. Love the new chandy Becca! The whole room looks FABULOUS...it's my favorite!!

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  24. That is a beautiful Chandy, It looks lovely in that room.

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  25. Your gorgeous chandelier makes your living room a real show stopper!
    Mary Alice

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  26. Amazing what just a few changes can do! That chandy just tops is all off. I really love your neutral color scheme, so soothing. A great place to "Gather"

    Lynn

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  27. Oh my word, your new chandy is stunning. I think it is totally magnificent. I love this room, the cowhide rug and the leather ottoman, are such great accent pieces. Beautiful. I would love it if you would like this to my Inspire Me party that is ongoing. This is definitely inspiring. Hugs, Marty

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  28. love that fabric! the space looks so tranquil and calm.

    visiting via tuesday'streasures and hope you'll visit me at http://hellolovelyinc.blogspot.com/2013/05/uncommon-lovely-kate-lewis.html.

    happy wednesday!

    michele
    hellolovely

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  29. Had to come back to thank you for sharing at Amaze Me Monday! Hope you'll add it to your Monday party list! :)
    Blessings,
    Cindy

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  30. Everything is just gorgeous Becca!

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  31. I love your blog. You have an amazing sense of style and I really love that Chandelier!!!! Thanks for sharing.

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  32. Hello Miss Becca!!! You continue to amaze me with your decorating skillz!!!

    Love everything about this room!
    xoxo,
    Kim

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  33. Beautiful! I would love for you to share this at my new linky party! http://hickorytrailblog.blogspot.com/2013/05/efforts-and-assets-linky-party-1.html - Angela




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