A Room With a Vintage Soul

Leslie H
by Leslie H
Hello friends.
It’s been awhile since I posted on the progress of my office
but actually there’s a good reason.
First of all, the big lesson I keep learning with fixer uppers is that everything always takes longer than you think. Always.
And believe me once you accept this little fact it get’s easier.


(Sort of. Yoga helps)


The second reason this room has taken so long is ME.


I’ve realized I can only go so fast because I prefer to decorate with collected items. And although I really admire those of you who can go on a shopping binge and find everything at once, …that doesn’t seem to work for me.
Here's a BEFORE photo of the previous owner's décor. Blue wall, tan curtains and lots of stuff.
BEFORE
And here's what it looks like now. White everywhere with new toile drapes, woven shades and bookshelves on an entire wall.
AFTER--baseboards are the one last thing.
For more photos like this one:
and to see more of my barn door that I made for under $100 ...
and some of my vintage touches please stop by for a visit.
Leslie H
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  • Karen Karen on Jul 26, 2016
    Just wondering where you get a barn door (re your fabulous closet project)? Are they expensive? That is the most creative idea ever.
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