Tuesday, April 1, 2014

Spring in the Sitting Room

I know I share our sitting room over and over ... annnd, over ... with you, but, admittedly, it's the room I have the most fun with when it comes to decorating.  

Maybe it's the neutral background or our white slipcovered furniture, which make any accent color I add truly pop!
Speaking of color ... this year, Spring means tossing in apple green and blue accents (like this faux fur throw from SteinMart, along with floral pillows from Pottery Barn):


And, while our bookcase stays primarily neutral for now ...


these little decorative eggs add just a hint of color:



Cute distressed bunnies (Target) remind me that Spring is finally here!


And, thanks to the varying shades of blue in the pillow, it "plays nicely" with our accent chest.


"An apple a day ..."


Speaking of apples ...


 Isn't it a fun (and inexpensive) to add in real or faux fruits in a bowl or a tray to splash your chosen color around the room?


Of course, I have to add in coral to stay true to my love for coastal decor!


Speaking of coastal, I'm sure they'll be a lot more of that added in as the Summer months approach.  Well, that's IF we haven't sold our home by then!


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46 comments:

  1. Kathy @ Creative Home ExpressionsApril 1, 2014 at 12:56 PM

    It's a beautiful room, Becca, and I love seeing how you change it up. Love that green! That throw looks so soft.

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  2. AnonymousApril 1, 2014 at 2:15 PM

    Hi Becca! I just don't have enough words to tell you how beautiful this room is! I love that you show it to us - I'm envious! I love that apple green you're using!
    Be a sweetie,
    Shelia;)

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  3. Marty@A Stroll Thru LifeApril 1, 2014 at 3:20 PM

    I love the addition of the green, it is fabulous. The brown chevron design in the bookcase also stole my heart. Gorgeous. Thanks tons for linking to Inspire Me. Hugs, marty

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  4. NanaDianaApril 1, 2014 at 3:46 PM

    Oh- I love it, Becca. That apple green color has been my favorite for YEARS. Even back in the 70's I had blue and green. lol

    I have a white sitting room and about a dozen green pears (very realistic looking ones) in a pressed glass footed compote on my coffee table. EVERY SINGLE ONE of my grandkids has tried to take a bite out of one of the pears. lol So---either they LOOK as real as I think they do-or I don't have the brightest grandkids in the world!;>) xo Diana

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  5. dresselfamily.blogspot.comApril 1, 2014 at 3:58 PM

    oh I love the apple green too love it, you know what else I love.. neutral couches, so you can add any colour.. you know what colour couches I have.. NOT NEUTRAL!!.. ugh, I love love my couches and they were my splurge when we built the house. but now I realise have a hard time knowing what to put with them because they are pattened too.. ugh, I need to hire a designer.. it's been 3 years and I still have no window treatments up there, because I have NO clue what to do.. good job I back out onto miles of fields LOL

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  6. Lori @ Dining DelightApril 1, 2014 at 4:34 PM

    Very pretty! Apple green is such a springy colour!

    DD

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  7. UnknownApril 1, 2014 at 5:07 PM

    Such a beautiful room. I too am having some furniture slipcovered in white and adding green, pink, and red accents!

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  8. Laura @ duke manor farmApril 1, 2014 at 7:01 PM

    I can see why you love this room...it's so pretty. Just like you!!

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  9. ElizaApril 1, 2014 at 7:28 PM

    Wow, those pillows are the same pattern as my comforter! Love it!

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  10. ElizaApril 1, 2014 at 7:29 PM

    Wow, those pillows are the same pattern as my comforter! Love it!

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  11. Lynda BrandlyApril 1, 2014 at 7:40 PM

    Becca, this room is so fresh and beautiful! I love it!
    love and blessings~
    Lynda @ Gates of Crystal

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  12. AnonymousApril 1, 2014 at 8:28 PM

    Becca, this is such a pretty room! I love the way the green pops with the white slipcovers! It's one of my favorite rooms- I wouldn't want to leave!

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  13. Shirley@Housepitality DesignsApril 1, 2014 at 11:12 PM

    Becca...I can view that gorgeous room over, and over, and over again as you always make such spectacular changes to the decor as the seasons change, or as you feel the need to get your impeccable creative juices flowing...I love apple green and it is so perfect for Spring. Great choice of color and love that PB pillow!

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  14. TrishApril 1, 2014 at 11:31 PM

    Did you paint the chest? Love this particular blue.

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  15. Cindy @ Dwellings-The Heart of Your HomeApril 2, 2014 at 1:19 AM

    So bright and cheerful!
    Blessings,
    Cindy

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  16. Ann @ Corner of Plaid and PaisleyApril 2, 2014 at 8:04 AM

    Such a pretty room! And so looking like Spring is here! I love the green. We share the same tastes in bunnies!

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  17. An Oasis in the DesertApril 2, 2014 at 11:19 AM

    Wow, what beautiful Spring colors, Becca! I have been lovin' shades of turquoise for quite some time, but the addition of the apple green is just so fun and refreshing!

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  18. KellyApril 2, 2014 at 12:30 PM

    I love the pops of color you've added to your sitting room. I know it's always fun to add some fresh color to a mostly neutral room every now and then. I like the apples used on the coffee table too. I'm a fan of green apples in decor.

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  19. Beachwood Place LLCApril 2, 2014 at 9:23 PM

    Becca...Your room is beautiful! I love the chevron it's awesome! Can I just move in : )

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  20. Christy JamesApril 2, 2014 at 10:55 PM

    I always love the changes you make to this room! Beautiful for Spring! XO

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  21. Pam - @diy Design FanaticApril 2, 2014 at 11:31 PM

    Looks gorgeous Becca. Love the splash of green and the blue chest!

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  22. Becca BertottiApril 3, 2014 at 6:37 AM

    Thank you, "dresselfamily," ... and, trust me, if you want to change your look without having to purchase a new sofa, really consider a slipcover! That's what I have on my sofa/loveseat and wing chairs. :)

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  23. Becca BertottiApril 3, 2014 at 6:38 AM

    Thank you, Donna ... I know your vibrant room is beautiful!

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  24. Becca BertottiApril 3, 2014 at 6:38 AM

    Eliza, I'd love to have a matching comforter ... might have to check that out! :)

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  25. Becca BertottiApril 3, 2014 at 6:39 AM

    Thanks a bunch, Christy!

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  26. DebbiedoosApril 3, 2014 at 9:10 AM

    Becca it looks gorgeous. I am betting someone will want to buy your house completely furnished. We practically did that in our Florida home. We figured if it was going to help the sale, then why not, the decor was not going to go with our new home anyhow. Of course, not everything, but a lot of it stayed with the house. Your home looks gorgeous dressed up for Spring!

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  27. Sherry @ Thrift My HouseApril 3, 2014 at 9:10 AM

    Always beautiful. I never tire of this room. It's amazing how a few peices can transform the room into a new season. Love the green and blue together. I just added those colors to my bedroom and bathroom. So pretty!

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  28. Calypso In The CountryApril 3, 2014 at 11:05 AM

    Such a gorgeous room! The green really makes it feel extra springy!
    -Shelley

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  29. Shannon FoxApril 3, 2014 at 11:21 AM

    This room has had a lot-o-looks and I like every one. It's always fresh and new. I am diggign that cow hide rug and would love one of my own. The cab backs look awesome in the bold pattern girl. Work it ;)

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  30. Kerry Steele- Design du MondeApril 3, 2014 at 6:13 PM

    I just saw your comment on FB. It will be nice to "know" another design blogger in the Fredericksburg area if you end up in Stafford.

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  31. Mary Ann PickettApril 4, 2014 at 12:36 AM

    Here is a secret that I have told NO one. I have some fake pears in a bowl in my dining room. I love that you are keeping your room so fresh and up to date! It's great!!!

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  32. LindaApril 4, 2014 at 4:10 PM

    I love the neutrals with the splashes of apple green in the room! Happy Spring!

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  33. Melissa MillerApril 6, 2014 at 12:23 PM

    It's fresh and beautiful! Love the lime with the white.

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  34. UnknownApril 8, 2014 at 1:25 PM

    I can see why you enjoy this room so much. I too love white and often add monogrammed pillows with colored trim and initials.

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  35. Erika@BeBookBoundApril 8, 2014 at 1:36 PM

    I don't think anyone could be sad in that room--it is so lovely and bright and welcoming! Would you mind sharing the paint color on the walls? It is the perfect cream!

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  36. SuzyApril 8, 2014 at 4:47 PM

    Ack! It's so, so pretty, Becca. You've used one of my fave color combos - blue and apple green. Nothing else seems to scream fresh and spring quite like those two colors combined together. Love your sitting room all decked out for spring!

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  37. KarenApril 8, 2014 at 7:00 PM

    Love your room-the neutrals, white, colors, chandy, blue chest. I'm going for this same look.
    Question: is your sofa from Pottery Barn? Can you please tell me the specifics about it? You may email me when you have time. Thanks so much! Blessings, Karen

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  38. designchicApril 10, 2014 at 8:07 AM

    Just love the fabrics on the pillows and green throw - so fresh and inviting!

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  39. KahliApril 11, 2014 at 5:45 PM

    This room is beautiful it is the epitome of spring time. Apple green was never one of my favorite colors but it looks lovely paired here almost on the chartreuse side of green. Great job!

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  40. DRTVrMoiApril 14, 2014 at 8:44 PM

    I recently found your blog and I adore your living room. Would you mind sharing the paint color for that room? It's the perfect back drop.

    Thank you

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  41. Becca BertottiApril 15, 2014 at 12:51 PM

    Thanks so much, DRTVrMoi! The color in that room, along with the other "main" rooms is Ben Moore's Manchester Tan.

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  42. ℳartina @ Northern NestingApril 15, 2014 at 10:23 PM

    So pretty and bright Becca...love the pops of green and LOVE that gorgeous mirror!! Don't know how I missed this post?!?

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  43. Becca BertottiApril 16, 2014 at 7:41 AM

    Thanks so much, Kahli!

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  44. UnknownApril 21, 2014 at 4:53 AM

    I cannot wait to see what beauty you will unleash on the world. Very thanks for hosting. http://www.luluhypermarket.com/GoodLife/home-latest-trends.html

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  45. The Daily NestMay 3, 2014 at 11:10 AM

    Love the pop of green in the room and basically the whole room!! 2 questions. Where did you get the green pillows and most importantly where did you get the cowhide rug? I must have one!!! Thanks!! Kathy

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  46. UnknownMay 15, 2014 at 3:15 AM

    I needed some tips on interior designs! Thank you, also book marking this post.

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