Thursday, August 14, 2014

Going in a different direction...for now!

 Hi there friends...
I'm still playing around with my flea market finds and decided to take a different "decorating" direction...does that ever happen to you?!?
I headed to Hobby Lobby on Monday like I said to get my new canvas framed. When I was half way there I realized I forgot the canvas!!! You all know what that meant...NO framed canvas:-(
 So when I came home I played around with it for awhile and decided for now I really like the way it looks just leaning against the chippy shutters in my living room.
 
 I like the layered look it gave this corner of the room.



 So for now this is the direction I'm taking...and I'm happy with it!
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Tomorrow we are hosting a pool party/bbq for 30 teenagers!! 
My oldest daughter wanted to get her class together one last time before they all go off to high school in September!
Good friends...Good food...Lot's of fun!
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50 comments:

  1. Liz@ HomeandGardeningWithLizAugust 14, 2014 at 8:56 AM

    Oooh I love that look! I'd say it was destiny that made you forget to take the picture to be framed!
    I hosted a party for my daughter's classmates for the same reason (except no swimming pool). Hard to believe she's 27 now!! Have fun :-)

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  2. Moni - Zuhaus at HomeAugust 14, 2014 at 9:02 AM

    The canvas looks great leaning against the charming shutters…it adds an element of surprise to the room, don't you think? Lovely!

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  3. DD's CottageAugust 14, 2014 at 9:04 AM

    I like the layered look you have going too! Have fun at the pool party!

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  4. StaceyAugust 14, 2014 at 9:13 AM

    Love it! Really I always love everything you do. That room is stunning!

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  5. DeseraeAugust 14, 2014 at 9:28 AM

    Beautiful!!! It's good to change things up a little sometimes and keep things fresh :o)
    ~Des

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  6. UnknownAugust 14, 2014 at 9:29 AM

    It looks amazing leaning there against the shutters. Gives it importance instead of the usual hanging up on a wall. As an artist I luv showcasing my canvasses in unusual ways.
    Hugs, Gee

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  7. Marty@A Stroll Thru LifeAugust 14, 2014 at 10:30 AM

    I like it the way you have it too and the pool party sounds like such fun. Can't wait to see pics.

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  8. Shenita @ Embellishments by SLRAugust 14, 2014 at 10:42 AM

    Martina, the canvas looks great against the shutters! It's like you planned it that way all along! Of course, everything that you do is fabulous!

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  9. AnonymousAugust 14, 2014 at 10:50 AM

    I love the layered look. It looks like a creative way to add a potted plant in front of the screen....which I love!

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  10. Pat@Back Porch MusingsAugust 14, 2014 at 10:53 AM

    I like the look Martina. I love an unframed canvas.

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  11. Laura @ duke manor farmAugust 14, 2014 at 10:58 AM

    well that's some party your are having. how fun. your canvas looks really looks good leaning in that corner.

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  12. Linda@Coastal CharmAugust 14, 2014 at 11:11 AM

    Martina,
    Hey, I like it leaning on the shutters and those shutters are very charming! Have fun with the kids...I miss those days.

    Blessings,
    Linda

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  13. UnknownAugust 14, 2014 at 11:23 AM

    Your chair with a change is perfection. I love the style of this vintage chair. Your room is lovely and very serene.
    cherner-chair-designed

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  14. At The Picket FenceAugust 14, 2014 at 11:27 AM

    It's all beautiful Martina! :-)

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  15. ConnieAugust 14, 2014 at 11:35 AM

    I think you've hit upon a perfect spot. Your unframed picture looks great against the shutters. The colors are pretty with your rug and it adds color to the corner. I also liked the demijohn with it!

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  16. The Tuscan HomeAugust 14, 2014 at 11:37 AM

    I love it, don't change a thing, it's as if it were meant to go there, the colors pop against the shutters. Love it! Xo, Liz

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  17. Penny from Enjoying The Simple ThingsAugust 14, 2014 at 1:21 PM

    It looks wonderful leaning against the shutters.

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  18. NickiAugust 14, 2014 at 1:34 PM

    I like the layered look, and love your pretty room. The colors are beautiful, and I LOVE that RUG! The art fits in perfectly.

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  19. NickiAugust 14, 2014 at 1:34 PM

    I like the layered look, and love your pretty room. The colors are beautiful, and I LOVE that RUG! The art fits in perfectly.

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  20. UnknownAugust 14, 2014 at 3:50 PM

    The pretty canvas looks great there. Your room is very pretty and I think the blue dresser is a wonderful piece.

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  21. Kim @ Savvy Southern StyleAugust 14, 2014 at 4:12 PM

    I love unframed canvases. It gives them a very vintage look. I love it leaning against those wonderful chippy shutters.

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  22. SuzanneAugust 14, 2014 at 4:28 PM

    I think it looks rich, Martina, and I love that it's unframed, too. Have fun at the par-tay.

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  23. UnknownAugust 14, 2014 at 4:32 PM

    to bad you can't put it up higher or maybe you can. i love the chippy shutters.

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  24. KellyAugust 14, 2014 at 4:52 PM

    I love unframed canvases! I like the casual look of it leaning against the shutters and the pop of color it gives that corner.

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  25. PamelaAugust 14, 2014 at 5:40 PM

    Martina I love how it is just that way! The area you created is beautiful!

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  26. Kathy @ Creative Home ExpressionsAugust 14, 2014 at 7:36 PM

    Oh my gosh, don't you hate when that happens! I tend to leave things by my pocketbook that I have to remember to take with me or I put them right in my car while I'm thinking of it. I love those shutters and they make for a nice backdrop for the painting.

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  27. Brenda PruittAugust 14, 2014 at 10:03 PM

    It is a beauty! I love flower paintings. And I also have always loved that blue piece.
    Brenda

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  28. chateau chicAugust 14, 2014 at 10:26 PM

    I'm so glad you didn't frame your painting because I love it as it is. Unframed vintage paintings have so much character...in my opinion. :-)
    Mary Alice

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  29. xinexAugust 15, 2014 at 1:13 AM

    Love the look, Martina. You really have a beautiful home.....Christine

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  30. JoAnneAugust 15, 2014 at 8:31 AM

    Love it, Martina. I think it's a more casual look which is really nice sometimes!

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  31. Shirley@Housepitality DesignsAugust 15, 2014 at 10:37 AM

    I think there was some divine intervention going on when you forgot the canvas!...as it is beautiful without a frame...love the look you created. Have fun with the kiddos...miss those days!!!..

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  32. RonAugust 15, 2014 at 10:45 AM

    I like the newest look, Martina. A pool party is always a great time:)

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  33. JunkchiccottageAugust 17, 2014 at 11:42 AM

    Hi Martina,
    The shutters make a lovely frame backdrop for the pretty pictures. Have fun with the pool party. Sounds wonderful. You are a great mom to have 30 teenagers over!
    Kris

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  34. FoxandFinchAugust 17, 2014 at 12:11 PM

    Hello,
    I just found your blog today and I had to put in my two cents about the painting. It has a frame now...it is the shutter than compliments it so well. I think placing art around a room (frameless) adds a bohemian effect that surprises the eye and, in your room, really adds depth. I love the painting like this.

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  35. Andrea at Opulent CottageAugust 18, 2014 at 9:46 AM

    You created such a gorgeous vignette! And that rug, love love! Happy Monday Martina :)
    xoxo, Andrea

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  36. Sherry @ No Minimalist HereAugust 18, 2014 at 7:53 PM

    Martina, I love the canvas and the pop of red against the blue shutters.
    xx,
    Sherry

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  37. DebbiedoosAugust 18, 2014 at 11:39 PM

    Absolutely love the new look Martina. The frame less canvas is perfect as is. I think it was meant to be this way.

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  38. Becca BertottiAugust 19, 2014 at 10:59 AM

    I love it, Martina! It's the beautiful layer to your shutter and was simply meant to be! I'm sure your pool party was a huge success an so much fun!

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  39. Susan' Hearts and FlowersAugust 19, 2014 at 7:52 PM

    Martina I love you layered corner.. That canvas looks as if it was intended to be there all along.

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  40. A Joyful CottageAugust 19, 2014 at 7:55 PM

    Very pretty. I like the canvas in front of the shutters.

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  41. Beeutiful by DesignAugust 19, 2014 at 7:58 PM

    It looks great! I love those shutters -have fun at the party -hosting 30 kiddos is no easy task but it will make such great memories!

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  42. UnknownAugust 19, 2014 at 9:07 PM

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  43. The Charm of HomeAugust 19, 2014 at 9:24 PM

    Looks great Martina! Thanks for sharing!

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  44. AnonymousAugust 20, 2014 at 10:19 AM

    Wow, your blog is simply gorgeous. I am so glad that I just found it.

    Blessings!

    Winter

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  45. Miss KittyAugust 20, 2014 at 10:09 PM

    When you asked "does that ever happen to you?" I thought...what happens to ME is doing things like leaving the painting at home...but what a serendipity! It looks great against the chippy shutters. The blues in the vase on the canvas pick up the color of the shutters well. Your room is just lovely! Congratulations for being featured over at "Treasure Hunt Thursday".

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  46. Sherry @ Thrift My HouseAugust 21, 2014 at 7:20 PM

    Well, I feel better! Forgetting stuff seems to be my way of life lately! It worked out great for you! I love the painting as is. It's pretty leaning against those beautiful shutters! Changing direction is a good thing.. or did I forget something? HA! Happy Day to you!
    Sherry
    xoxo

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  47. Calypso In The CountryAugust 21, 2014 at 10:21 PM

    Beautiful! Good luck with the party!
    -Shelley

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  48. Melissa@daisymaebelle.comAugust 23, 2014 at 3:27 PM

    This looks beautiful Martina! I love the way the canvas looks leaned up against the shutters! Hope the swim party was a success! Life to the full! Melissa

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  49. UnknownAugust 25, 2014 at 12:50 PM

    I wouldn't change a thing Martina - what a perfect backdrop for that canvas !
    Now.......what will you spend the money on you were going to use for framing LOL ????
    Hope your 30 teenager party went off without a hitch !
    xoxo

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  50. Lisa @ Shine Your LightAugust 29, 2014 at 12:04 PM

    Martina, that corner is so pretty, I love the layers and the leaning canvas. A blessing in disguise that you forgot it!

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I love reading your comments! Thanks so much for stopping by, Martina