Monday, September 28, 2009

Yup, I'm bringing the woodtones back!

I just had to share my latest find. I'm in love...



I found this mirror at a thrift for a whoppin' $10. When I first glanced at it stacked tightly along with others, I felt it may be abit too feminine for my home, but snatched it up anyway in case it worked for a future client.

But as soon as I placed it on the massive mantle on the fireplace, it was ALL MINE. I am in LOVE with the detail work and the gentle curves of the mirror itself. The woodtones pick up the hardwood flooring and woodsy surroundings. It's perfect just the way it is.

Imagine... in a blog world so full of whites, you think I may bring wood tones back in style here?!?

Here's why I am not on the white spray paint bandwagon with the mirror....















Nope. I'm a totally funky woodsy rebel once again. The woodtone HAS to stay. Simply because it's perfect.



This post is shared with A Soft Place To Land's DIY DAY, Sept 28 2009 and Reinvented's Trash to Treasure Tuesday, Sept 29 2009.
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19 comments:

  1. RaNae @EweCreekCottageSeptember 28, 2009 at 10:13 PM

    I'm with you bring woodtones back bring woodtones back bring woodtones back.....
    ok it's late where I am lol nugh said??

    Lovely mirror and great fireplace. Great home.

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  2. Life on an artistic shoestringSeptember 29, 2009 at 12:13 AM

    You've got a great eye and those wood tones are warm and earthy. I like the mirror very much!

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  3. Chrissy...The Apothecary ShopSeptember 29, 2009 at 6:32 AM

    I am with you all the way,white is lovely but always needs...something more,to make it feel grounded,your home is stunning!! All the best,Chrissy

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  4. Joyce @ The Craft BarnSeptember 29, 2009 at 6:57 AM

    I always loved the wood tones too. My problem ended up being that there are just TOO MANY different ones in my house - it started looking like a forrest LOL! No, really. So I have been trying to choose wisely with my spray painting white kick. Good find - it looks really cute!

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  5. Heidi September 29, 2009 at 8:07 AM

    looks great! Nice find. ;)

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  6. Recaptured CharmSeptember 29, 2009 at 8:21 AM

    I absolutely ADORE your fireplace. Love all the things you do with the decor on it.
    Like your new banner too!
    Lisa

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  7. Shanty 2 ChicSeptember 29, 2009 at 9:11 AM

    I do love white but I love your style too!!!!!!! Your house is beautiful and I love you mirror fine! ~ Ashley

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  8. AshleeSeptember 29, 2009 at 10:04 AM

    I love that mirror. And I love woodtones. I think they make a home more cozy and warm. Beautiful photos of your home.

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  9. Michelle HughesSeptember 29, 2009 at 10:10 AM

    I am a white kitchen kinda girl, but I do love pretty wood tones too. I just started following your blog, even though I was sure that I became a follower long ago... I just thought you weren't updating!! Silly me! Now I need to go read what I have missed!

    Lovely wood, by the way!
    Michelle

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  10. Lisa @ Fern Creek CottageSeptember 29, 2009 at 11:02 AM

    There are alot of blogs out there where everything is being sprayed black or white. I love to see the beautiful wood tones on your blog. Keep up the great work!

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  11. Astrid in Bristling AcresSeptember 29, 2009 at 11:32 AM

    I love the wood tones! I've got a lot of different wood tones in my house and I love it. I bet a real decorator would probably run away screaming (or immediately get out the paint) from my house. LOL!

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  12. Delightful DwellingSeptember 29, 2009 at 11:53 AM

    I love that mirror, what a find. I have a lot of wood tones in my home too, it's nice to see different colors than just black and white everything.

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  13. UnknownSeptember 29, 2009 at 2:35 PM

    Great mirror! I'm hoping you do bring it back in style, because although I love white and black painted pieces, I too love the woodsy feel wood brings to a home. Keep up the great style!

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  14. MandySeptember 29, 2009 at 8:46 PM

    Lots of wood tones in my house, too! LOVE your mirror - great find!

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  15. michelle@somedaycraftsSeptember 29, 2009 at 11:29 PM

    You are so brave to keep the wood tones in this blogging world, but I love everything on your blog. You are one talented lady with much to offer. If you say you will bring wood tones back, then it will happen. This blog (and thus you) have much power and influence. YOu ROck!!!

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  16. Tina SchieferSeptember 30, 2009 at 9:15 AM

    Just like picking a favorite color...how can you?

    I love all the beach cottages out in blogland, but I live on the side of a mountain aka: lotsa green trees, river/valley view and just can't pull off that all-white decor! I do have white and cream here and there to brighten things (like the bookcase-shelf in your laundry room) but mostly earth-tones in reds, yellows, greens, and chocolate brown. It's warmer and cozier here. But, if I ever have a beach cottage.....

    Love your laundry room so far. Mine is in the daylight basement and needs so work - clean, but not decorated - yet!!! Poor thing is low in the re-do list!!!

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  17. UnknownSeptember 30, 2009 at 5:39 PM

    The mirror is fabulous, as well as the other wood tones! You do such a great job of mixing all surfaces, thanks for linking up Donna!

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  18. Miss Mustard SeedOctober 1, 2009 at 4:58 PM

    I like the new blog look! I need to grab one of your buttons. Anyway, I totally agree with you on leaving that mirror frame wood. I think you only paint wood when it's dated, has a bad finish, or has already been painted. I also love the arrangement with the wreath and cheese box. Great inspiration.

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  19. marmieluOctober 3, 2009 at 12:59 PM

    I love woodtones, too. They are so rich, and add some depth, in my opinion. I even still like grapevine wreaths, but have been shamed into storing mine in the basement for now. I think I may rebel, and fetch them up!
    Mary Lou

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