March 21, 2010 - 10:42 am
shabby chic decorating style
Decorating advice please: shabby chic?
Ok, so I am hopelessly in love with shabby chic style, but my room is a bit of an awkward color for it. I have a really high ceiling and the walls are painted sort of a deep, aqua- teal. I could probably talk my parents into letting me repaint it, but most likely not. The best example of "my style" would probably be the store Anthropologie. I love the organic feel and the texture to the walls. I am planning on getting a new bed, but the one thing that has to stay is my bedside table, which is painted sort of a vintage yellow- cream. Can anyone help me decorate? Im getting a bit desperate.
First off, I don't think you know what shabby chic means. It usually means a lot of white, light colors and some floral prints. Examples:
http://4.bp.blogspot.com/_s9GkVMpR1og/Sl5oNclOHSI/AAAAAAAAARk/pEHAhoNi7UA/s400/shabby-chic-vintage-decor-furniture-bedroom.jpg
http://www.countryliving.com/cm/countryliving/images/L6/bedroom-de.gif
Anthropolgies is more trendy, ethnic boho with lots of bright colors. I wouldn't call it organic at all.
But maybe you mean something in between? Links would help.
Second, it really matters whether or not you can paint so I would find out before looking for ideas. Incidentally, painting a nightstand shouldn't be a big deal, A teen could easily do it, all you have to do is sand it throughly (get all the paint off) and repaint.
What I would do is
1) Figure out if you can paint.
2) Come up with a few links of rooms you like or even better, find bedding you love and provide a link
3) Repost your question including the wall color and 1-4 links of rooms/bedding you like. Then people could help more.
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Victoria Bed - Twin
$469
Shabby yet chic is all the rage and the Victoria bed is the epitome of this popular style. Surrounded by ornate castings and sweeping scrollwork, the centerpiece of this bed is the lovely filigree oval. The Victoria bed is the best of both worlds, classic antique styling without the lofty antique price. |
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Victoria Bed - Full
$569
Shabby yet chic is all the rage and the Victoria bed is the epitome of this popular style. Surrounded by ornate castings and sweeping scrollwork, the centerpiece of this bed is the lovely filigree oval. The Victoria bed is the best of both worlds, classic antique styling without the lofty antique price. |
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Victoria Bed - King
$619
Shabby yet chic is all the rage and the Victoria bed is the epitome of this popular style. Surrounded by ornate castings and sweeping scrollwork, the centerpiece of this bed is the lovely filigree oval. The Victoria bed is the best of both worlds, classic antique styling without the lofty antique price. |
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Victoria Bed - Queen
$569
Shabby yet chic is all the rage and the Victoria bed is the epitome of this popular style. Surrounded by ornate castings and sweeping scrollwork, the centerpiece of this bed is the lovely filigree oval. The Victoria bed is the best of both worlds, classic antique styling without the lofty antique price. |
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Chic Marcel Chandelier by Terzani
$2600
The Terzani Chic Marcel Chandelier designed by J.F. Crochet features a delightful interplay of sinuous, vertical movement and an intriguing suspended ball detail. The Chic Marcel Chandelier features White shades, metal body and Scratched Brown finish. Terzani products are carefully realized using craft techniques and, for this reason, certain detail variations may vary from piece to piece. These variations should not be seen as imperfections but as characteristic peculiarities of the production process. The Terzani Chic Marcel Chandelier is available with the following: Included Features:Six White shades.Metal body.Scratched Brown finish.One ceiling canopy.Designed by J.F. Crochet.Lighting: Six 60 Watt 120 Volt Type E12 Incandescent lamps (not included). Shipping: This item usually ships within 10-12 weeks. Dimensions: Fixture: Height 59.1 In., Overall Diameter 63 In. |
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Divide Side Table
$349.99
Divide and conquer any decorating challenge with this sleek style. Rooted in simplicity, wood dividers lend a chic silhouette while the glass top adds to the overall modern appeal. |
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Divide Dining Table
$749.99
Divide and conquer any decorating challenge with this sleek style. Rooted in simplicity, wood dividers lend a chic silhouette while the glass top adds to the overall modern appeal. |
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Divide Cocktail Table
$459.99
Divide and conquer any decorating challenge with this sleek style. Rooted in simplicity, wood dividers lend a chic silhouette while the glass top adds to the overall modern appeal. |
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Divide Console Table
$579.99
Divide and conquer any decorating challenge with this sleek style. Rooted in simplicity, wood dividers lend a chic silhouette while the glass top adds to the overall modern appeal. |
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Chic Marcel Table Lamp by Terzani
$712
The Chic Marcel Table Lamp by Terzani, designed by Jean-Francois Crochet, features a delightful interplay of sinuous, vertical movement between wide and narrow legs and a suspended ball detail. Terzani, located in Florence, Italy, handcrafts its quality lighting by returning to noble artisan traditions and merging them with innovative design. The Chic Marcel Table Lamp by Terzani is available with Scratched Brown finish and Chamois White shade. The Chic Marcel Table Lamp by Terzani provides diffused/task lighting. It utilizes one 100 Watt 120 Volt E26 Incandescent lamp (not included). Made in Italy. Terzani products are carefully realized using craft techniques and, for this reason, certain detail variations may vary from piece to piece. These variations should not be seen as imperfections but as characteristic peculiarities of the production process. Shipping: This item usually ships within 10-12 weeks. Dimensions: Overall Height 28.7 in. Shade: Height 6.7 in., Lower Diameter 13.7 in. |
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Chic Marcel Floor Lamp by Terzani
$1440
The Chic Marcel Floor Lamp by Terzani, designed by Jean-Francois Crochet, features a delightful interplay of sinuous, vertical movement between two outer legs, two curved inner legs, and a suspended ball detail. Terzani, located in Florence, Italy, handcrafts its quality lighting by returning to noble artisan traditions and merging them with innovative design. The Chic Marcel Floor Lamp by Terzani is available with Scratched Brown finish and Chamois White shade. The Chic Marcel Floor Lamp by Terzani provides diffused/direct light. It utilizes one 150 Watt 120 Volt E26 Incandescent lamp (not included). Made in Italy. Terzani products are carefully realized using craft techniques and, for this reason, certain detail variations may vary from piece to piece. These variations should not be seen as imperfections but as characteristic peculiarities of the production process. Shipping: This item usually ships within 10-12 weeks.. Dimensions: Overall Height 70.9 in. Shade: Height 9.8 in., Lower Diameter 21.6 in. |
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Chic Marcel Wall Sconce by Terzani
$472
The Chic Marcel Wall Sconce by Terzani, designed by Jean-Francois Crochet, features a delightful interplay of sinuous, vertical movement and an intriguing suspended ball detail. Terzani, located in Florence, Italy, handcrafts its quality lighting by returning to noble artisan traditions and merging this with innovative design. The Chic Marcel Wall Sconce by Terzani is available with the following options: Finishes/Diffusers: Scratched Brown/Chamois White shade (shown), Gold Leaf/White glass, or Scratched Brown/Amber glass. The Chic Marcel Wall Sconce by Terzani provides direct/diffused/uplight lighting. It utilizes one 60 Watt 120 Volt E12 Candelabra Base Incandescent lamp (not included). Made in Italy. Terzani products are carefully realized using craft techniques and, for this reason, certain detail variations may vary from piece to piece. These variations should not be seen as imperfections but as characteristic peculiarities of the production process. Shipping: This item usually ships within 10-12 weeks. Dimensions: Fixture: Height 20.9 in. Projection: Depth 12.6 in. Shade: Height 5.1 in., Lower Diameter 7.1 in. |
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what do you think of this?
http://www.babysupermall.com/main/products/glj/glj37640.html
this is the set I love if I have a girl I want to decorate in a shabby chic style. what do ya think?
it is very pretty! However, keep in mind that babies like bright colors and contrast. Black and white the first couple of months, then bright colors after that. Pastels really are wasted for babies as they can't see them very well. So if you want to decorate the room for you baby, might want to reconsider. If you are decorating for yourself (nothing wrong with that!), then go for it!
Tags: decor, decorating, design, furniture, home, shabby chic decorating Posted Shabby Chic Chandelier |
August 16th, 2010 at 3:34 pm
ironically…it's quite expensive to achieve the "Shabby Chic" decorating look!— but worth every penny! love it!
September 25th, 2010 at 5:43 pm
I won the book!!! Yeah!!!!!! Thanks AJ!!
The book is just like her blog and store – full of great ideas!! AJ and Michael simply amaze me with their creativity. They take things that most people would throw away, and with a simple coat of paint, maybe an alteration here or there, a little ingenuity, (and some sandpaper) they create an updated new treasure for your home. In this day of “going green” they are the ultimate example for all of us to follow.
If you are into primitive, cottage or shabby chic decorating, this book will be an inspiration to you. If you are a shop-owner like I am, it will be even more. AJ is not shy about sharing display ideas, I have no doubt that you will get enough ideas to pay for the book many times over.
Anyone who is a crafter or do-it-yourselfer will appreciate the many pictures and simple tips she shares. I'm sure that you will be looking at something AJ has refurbished and realize that you have something laying around the house or shop that you can do in a similar manner. Think of the money you could save by refurbishing old junk you have laying around, or that you can find cheap at yard sales or flea markets! Save money and save the landfills, a win-win situation!
Even if you are a regular reader of her blog, you will appreciate being able to see all of these pictures in one place. There have been many times that I have thought of something that I had seen on the blog in the past, and wanted to see again. I would spend a good bit of time searching. Now, with this book, it will be much quicker. There are some pictures in the book that she has featured on the blog, but there are also many that are new to the book. You also will have access to some of her other photo albums, which again is very convenient. Be sure to check out the album on decorating a Christmas tree. Her simple, step by step instructions will give you many ideas for your own tree.
I really do think that this book will be a help to you whether you are an accomplished crafter, or even if you are a bit challenged in that department! I would also encourage you to buy some of her other ebooks. I have bought some in the past, and plan to buy more. AJ is very generous on her blog with free tips, and offers even more tips for a very reasonable price in her other books. They are very easy to understand, with helpful pictures.
They say a picture is worth a thousand words. In the case of this book, the pictures are worth a thousand ideas!!
I just wish I lived close enough to visit her shop!!
Barb Howard – owner
Country Lane Crafts
http://www.CountryLaneCraftsAndAntiques.com
Moundsville, WV
September 30th, 2010 at 11:15 pm
Hi Cindy…. This is so funny, I'm new to blogging, I just started a few days ago and I've been messing around finding new things to add to my blog. Well, I found this thing where you can add slides from “you tube” to your blog and I searched for shabby chic decorating and your home came up, I thought it was so beautiful that I posted the video to my page. Then this morning I
October 16th, 2010 at 9:14 pm
Vintage White Jug for Flowers: $16.00I love the white on white decorating that is so popular…as a shabby chic ar…
November 13th, 2010 at 7:44 am
Some shabby chic inspiration for your decorating today RT Shabby Chic Design Foundations