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Some people are asking how I/we plan to decorate our new home. (I say "we" because unlike other houses we've owned, this is the first time that Johnny is an active participant in decorating. Up until now, he's been busy working, but this time, he's jumped into the decorating decisions with both feet. Oh yes, his favorite color is blue--always has been.
Today, I'm sharing some of the choices we've made for our living room. Of course, you will see some blue. This is a sample of the silk material we've chosen for the drapes for our living room, dining room, and foyer. I taped it to a white door to try to give you a good color idea. The soft blue is cut off in the right lower corner, but I think you'll get the idea.
We recently selected this rug from Home Depot when they had a 50% off sale. It's wool and has many shades of blues and tans.
I'll give you a closer look so that the blue is more obvious.
Here's a good close-up of some of the blue.
I've placed a cushion from our living room chair that came from South Florida on top of the rug. At the lower right is one piece of our tile flooring peeking out.
I am getting excited about our new home. We visit it every day. I love having you blogging friends who give me so many creative ideas.
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Sally, looks like I'm first up today! I have enjoyed seeing what you've showed us of the house, and I love what you're doing in the LR. Can't wait to see it all together. I know it will look great!
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XO,
Sheila :-)
Your rug is beautiful. Very understated but elegant. I am looking forward to seeing your progress on the living room and the rest of the house. It will be just as much fun for us as it is for you.
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ReplyDeleteYou're new home is going to look beautiful with these nice items you selected. The blue and beige are a rich combination. Two thumbs up on the great buy on your new carpet. Thank you for hosting Blue Monday!
Cathy
Lovely subtle tones of many different blues.
ReplyDeleteHi Sally!
ReplyDeleteYour new hoee is going to be so beautiful! I like that carpet very much.
This is my first blue event! I'm very excited! I have a few mosaics up and one is of the "Angel of the Waters" in Central Park in Manhattan. She is so beautfully blue, and also the Minton Tiles in the arcade, so I couldn't resist entering my post here. Thanks!
Hi Sally!
ReplyDeleteI can just imagine how exciting it is to being picking out new things for your new home!
I love that blue rug! It is stunning!
Have a great day!
Miss Sally, I love that rug that you selection! Your fabric for your drapes are beautiful too, your new home is going to look so lovely. I cannot wait to see it when its all done! It does not surprise any of us that you are going with a blue theme :)
ReplyDeleteHugs, Ann
oh i love blue carpet, whatever the design as long as it is blue.
ReplyDeleteHappy Blue monday.
Mine is up too.
Hi Sally,
ReplyDeleteHow fun to decorate a brand new home! I think your rug and drapes are just gorgeous, can't wait to see the finished room~ Thanks for being our hostess too~ Cindy
I love the fabric. I'm sure you and your husband will have such a great time working on this project together. And, when you are done you will have a beautiful living room that you will both enjoy.
ReplyDeleteI love blue too. We painted a bedroom at the lake a sky-ish blue. I'm anxious to start working again so I can finish decorating!!!
ReplyDeleteHappy Blue Monday, Sally. I am headed out the door to work this day, but I wanted to take a minute to say hello.
ReplyDeleteThe rug is beautiful, and the combinations are perfect. Great job!
Those are very pretty selections.
ReplyDeleteI love that you saved 50%!!! Bargain hunters unite!
Becky K.
Oh I love the rug you have Ms. Sally! Thanks for inviting me to join your meme.
ReplyDeleteHere's my first Blue Monday entry.
Love the rug and I bet the curtains will be lovely.
ReplyDeletecindy
Great discount, I love its design!
ReplyDeleteMine is here
HELLO SALLY!!!!
ReplyDeleteI am back!! And I love your blues!!! Look forward to see your new home!! :-)
I am going to try to get back on blogging more.. hope to see you around!
Monica
Oh Sally I just love the choices you are making for your new house. The drapes and the rug are beautiful. I have looked back on your posts and I can see your house is progressing. I can't believe how much is done in such a small amount of time. I'm so happy for the two of you. Whayt fun!
ReplyDeleteSally...
ReplyDeleteI love your fabric and the rug. The contrast in the textures will make for a beautiful room!
I love the colors you have chosen. It will be so pretty.
ReplyDeleteHello Sally, Your drapery material is gorgeous and the rug compliments it perfectly. I know you are having fun planning how to decorate your beautiful new home. I know it will be lovely.
ReplyDeleteHugs, Jeanne
Hello Sally! I really like the fabric you chose for your drapes. Very nice. What fun to be planning for that new home. Blessings...
ReplyDeleteSally, I am seriously coveting that blue silk fabric...it's beautiful! Can't wait to see how your drapes turn out. The rug is gorgeous...beautiful soft colors! Your room is going to be sooooo pretty! Love that your DH is participating...how cool is that! :-)
ReplyDeleteSusan
Oh WOW it looks like your home is going to be a decorated showplace!!! Beautiful choices!!
ReplyDeleteHello Sally. I'm participating, (combination themes)
ReplyDeleteGreat colors and designs!
Have a wonderful week.
I'm sure everything is going to come together just beautifully. I love the rug you bought!
ReplyDeletevery pretty blue
ReplyDeleteO, I love all your choices, Sally. I knew you would have lots of pretty blues in your new home. I can hardly wait for ya'll to move in and then you can flood us with great photos. It is going to be such fun...
ReplyDeletelove, bj
Your rug is LOVELY!!! I adore area rugs... it is the ONLY form of carpeting in my home.
ReplyDeleteHappy Blue Monday!
Fifi
What fun to decorate with a fresh slate. Love the carpet Sally. Your feet will be cozy.
ReplyDeleteThanks again
Happy Blue Monday,
Love Claudie
xox
Your home is going to be so pretty. How wonderful that your hubby has the same favorite color, you can both decorate harmoniously. I love the silk drape fabric!...Christine
ReplyDeleteHow nifty that he's finally taking an interest. I love your blue rug! It would look good in MY house too. Best wishes to you on this wonderful adventure.
ReplyDeleteHugs and blessings,
Sally
ReplyDeleteYour rug and the silk fabric are divine!! I know it will be just beautiful!
Thanks for letting me participate in blue Monday!!
Sara
I have no blue to share today, but had to compliment you on your new rug and drapery choice. How exciting for you both to be making these selections!
ReplyDeleteYour drapes will go really well with that pretty rug. I love rugs of this nature as opposed to carpet. You did good on all your selections. As always, a well done blue day.
ReplyDeleteOh Sally, what fun you are having picking new decor. I love your choices. What is so neat when we are making changes is now our eyes go to that color or theme and seems to see it everywhere where we didn't notice it before.
ReplyDeleteSo happy for ya'll.
Oh, you home is going to be so beautiful!!! I can't wait to see it all finished.
ReplyDeleteVery beautiful blues in that carpet and draperies...simply elegant!
ReplyDeleteI love decorating a newe room, even though it takes me a while to come to decisions. Looks like this is coming together nicely. I like the curtain fabric especially.
ReplyDeleteSally, your enthusiasm is becoming apparent in your posts. This must be such a wonderful time for you. I love the colors in your carpet. I hope you are having a wonderful day.
ReplyDeleteMorning, Most Smiling One! Oh, what gorgeous fabric for your draperies! Can't wait to see them all finished and hanging. The rug is so pretty too. Now wonder why I just knew you'd go blue? :)
ReplyDeleteI'm linked up to play Blueness with you today, a little late! Now it's not 'in your face' blue - buy you can see some! :)
Be a sweetie,
Shelia ;)
oh what beautiful blues!!! your home is going to be such a gorgeous space! i especially love the silk curtains & the gorgeous rug!
ReplyDeleteThank you for inviting me to Blue Monday & have such a lovely day!!!
pretty blue wishes
Looks like you're having fun decorating . Beautiful rug ! 8~)
ReplyDelete~Myrna
I see below that your house almost finish, you probably busy looking for good stuff, shopping for new furniture for your new house.
ReplyDeleteThe rug is gorgeous sally and 50% too cool thats a great deal. I like the designs and color. You can never go wrong with blue.
Good evening Sal!
ReplyDeleteNow I have published this week of my bluemondaypost; some newtaken photos and some old ones.
I will wish you a Happy Blue Monday, and a great week to look forward to!/
AnnA
Hello Sally. I'm participating The Blue Monday too!
ReplyDeleteGreat colors and designs!
Have a beautiful week!
Hughs .. Luna .. from Vienna
I love that carpet... I have one that is very similar, but the main color is green.
ReplyDeleteHave a great week!
I linked from Beverly's at How Sweet the sound and so happy I did. Your pictures are beautiful and your blog fun and informative. I could not find a place to join as a follower? Kerrie
ReplyDeleteLooks good to me. Blue is always good.
ReplyDeleteOh, how delightful to shop for new decor elements for your new home!
ReplyDeleteI love that rug ohhhh its gorgeous !!!
ReplyDeleteMust be so exciting!!!
Diane
Gorgeous. I absolutely love that rug.
ReplyDeleteCharlotte
What beautiful colors Sally and we all know how you & Johnny love BLUE... It is going to be gorgeous... Have a great day!
ReplyDelete(((HUGS)))
Donna
Sally... we're getting excited right along with you! Love the rug!
ReplyDeleteblessings. Dixie
How fun to be selecting things for your home! I love your rug, it is so pretty. My favorite color is blue also, and my husband's.
ReplyDeleteSally, I love, love, love that drapery fabric! It is gorgeous. The rug is so pretty too. Oh, I just can't wait! laurie
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