Oh yes, it really is a big change Linda! :) And your husband sounds very handy, love it, he’s a keeper! Yes, I have to tell you, I struggled not to put “all the things” back up on the shelves. I just have so many things I love and kept trying to put it all up there but I was trying really hard to keep it a little less cluttered this time. I especially had a time with family photos. I love displaying my loved ones photos.
I think you should keep yours just as you have them, full or not. Do you know why?? Because I can tell they make you SO happy to be styled that way….and that makes it RIGHT! :) If it makes you feel good then that is what it’s all about. Your surroundings should reflect YOU and make YOU feel happy to be around. That’s why I’ve never understood why so many get so bothered by what others do with their furniture or decor?
And absolutely no offense taken, I can totally see that. lol I’m okay with them looking bare in that way because believe me, my house has been nothing like a bare store for years!! haha I’m so ready for a little less “stuff” and space and more store-like decor for a change (been purging over here). ;) Thank you for the sweet words too Linda…you are so appreciated!! Blessings to you!! xoxo

You are so welcome Kimberly! I hope these tips are helpful to you! Over cluttering mine was always an issue too! I may have them a little sparse this go round but I think it’s from having them over cluttered for years, previously. (and looking at them for 5 months really over full as I used the the shelves to store things from the kitchen, etc, when we were redoing that) I was a little leery of painting the baskets, to be completely honest, but I’m glad I went for it! They were so beautiful to me, as is, but just didn’t go with the new decor in there. I can’t wait to share that, as it will all make sense then! ;) Hope you had a wonderful weekend!! xoxo

Thanks Karen!! And I’m sure you didn’t! There is no “wrong” way, in my opinion. Whatever appeals to your eye is “right”. These are just a few tips that might make it easier to put things together as you are doing it! Hope you are doing well!! xoxo

Thanks Vicki! :) Yes, I’m really considering that grass cloth! But for me anyway, it’s always best I live with something for a little while first! I tend to change my mind often. ;) I hope you had a wonderful weekend!! xoxo

Yes, I do have some books in mine and used to have more. But since this is the dining room now instead of the study, I wanted to give it a light, fresh look. :)