dreamingincolor

Upholstery in Tennessee

2019-08-06T13:30:00.001-05:00

We have been really busy around here redoing furniture of all types custom painting and upholstery With all the beautiful fabrics available today, my clients have been able to really find some beauties.

Dreamingincolor is a full service home store when it comes to design. I like to have people that I can tap into for various projects when I design. When a client need upholstery they send me a picture and I tell them how much fabric to purchase and how much to upholster it. We do everything for the home. Cushions and pillows, Wingbacks and dining chairs, Sofas and Settees just to name a few.

Some of our upholstery have been done with velvets, leather, muslin, upholstery fabrics. Tufting, tucks, and channel backs. Below are some for you to look at. Looking for a quote on a piece that you have? Send me a picture through our facebook. http://www.facebook.com/blogdreaming or through our email.

Everyone chooses their own fabric so you can get exactly what you like!

navy and white wingback

before and after settee

velvets

tufts

This is just a small sampling of the upholstery we do in Murfreesboro,Tennessee. People come from all over to get pieces done. We are proud of our work!

Dreamingincolor is located in historic downtown Murfreesboro, Tennessee.

504N Maney Avenue

Murfreesboro, TN 37130

Farmhouse Chest of Drawers

2018-08-09T13:08:00.000-05:00

Always changing things but one thing I love to do is paint. I have done quite a bit of palette knife paintings and I am going to preview them at the Boro Art Crawl this month. Also, I have been painting lots of furniture. When you are an artist you just want to create.

I always lean towards the ones with lots of details. Country Chic Paint has some great colors to work with. So glad I carry the line at my store Dreamingincolor! This is painted in Driftwood and Vanilla frosting.

I just got a new paint in also! My Grandson actually mixed and created this color and Country Chic created it for my signature line of paint. It is named after him. This is a grey blue color and I can't wait to paint something with it.

It seemed appropriate since my son just adopted him this year. I wanted to do something special. Our hearts are so full!! He is a bright spot in our day.

Check out all the great colors at the store!

If you are interested in a furniture class we have one on Aug 25th 10:30-1 Call 615-907-0091 to register.

Hope I see you all soon!

HGTV Urban Oasis

2017-12-29T04:00:00.000-06:00

What a great experience to be part of the amazing group of people. Bloggers, designers, stylists, architects and media all gathered for the reveal. I had the pleasure in touring this urban gem a few months ago. This was a really fun HGTV Urban Oasis excursion. I wish I had the time to write about this right away but the holidays were here quicker than I anticipated.

My favorite part was meeting Designer Brian Patrick Flynn. He has a great eye. Loved how he incorporated artsy design elements and of course color. I have been in so many other design homes that are blah. No color, very monochromatic and it just bores me. I am not saying there isn't a place for it but I do enjoy color more. Speaking of color PINK doors!! and it works so well.

photo: Script Network

Back to Brian! He has a great personality and I think I have a designer crush on him. I ~~stalk~~ follow him on social media and can't wait to see what he does next.

The house was not huge, which I liked, but the layout was perfect and flowed great.

Brian uses a lot of local art and artist in the spaces he creates. The colors he used were the colors I used in my design space here. Maybe that is why we clicked. Ha!

There were so many great elements to this house and I took tons of pictures. I don't want to flood this post with too many but I do have a few more.

Loved this bedroom. Full of color and charm. This floor was amazing too. Notice the black trim. In no way does this room look dark and dreary either.

No space was left undone. The yellow and blue on this patio is so refreshing. I love the combo.

Off to the side was a little room. Brian decided to have fun with it and created an artist work space.

Thanks again Brian for the HGTV Urban Oasis Dream. Wish I could have won this. It is not too far from home in Knoxville Tennessee!

Have you seen the 2018 HGTV Dream Home? Gig Harbor! It may have some Millennial Pink in there some where. Brian did another amazing job! I have my sweepstakes entry in. The view is breathtaking.

Thanks for keeping me inspired to be a better stylist.

Pink and Navy Bedroom Design

2017-08-31T13:53:00.000-05:00

I was thrilled to be asked to decorate for this newly renovated home on Maney Drive. When I was shown the space I knew I wanted it to be a girls room. Pink and Navy was my design choice for color. Accents of gold just set off the room and the more I did the more I fell in love with these colors.

Since the house had already sold, I wasn't able to put paint on the walls so I just used some creative different elements. My favorite furniture in the space are these antique Bombay style french chests I used as side tables. I painted them a deep navy. The color looked great with the sold brass details.

The gold rose is one of my paper sculpture flowers and I used an architectural piece of molding to bring your eye up the huge wall. Using vintage furniture with detail and texture complimented all the new pieces that were added like pillows and bedding.

There was a little nook cut out between the closets so I created a dressing area with this adorable vintage vanity and wicker chair.

I love that we upholster at Dreamingincolor. This was an ugly old chair that was redone and painted in the store. It was a perfect corner piece for this room.

Antique pink and gold painted chest fit perfect at the end of the bed.

The builder kept all the original flooring, fireplace and doors and molding. They just refinished them and added beautiful tile around the fireplace.

Although there were things I would have done different if this was a full design, like window treatments and a rug to ground the bed, I still like the look.

Totally enjoyed meeting everyone associated with this project. I love designing and this was a treat.

I was also asked to add some to the bonus room in this home. More on that later. Here is a little before and after for you to enjoy.

So what do you think of the pink and navy bedroom design?

All of these pieces are available for purchase at Dreamingincolor store.

504N Maney Ave

Murfreesboro, TN 37130

Peacock Chairs

2017-05-04T04:00:00.000-05:00

One of the best things about my business is when I get to turn something that would have normally been trashed into something that is treasure.

Old pieces brought to life!

These peacock chairs were part of that process.

A customer brought them into Dreamingincolor for upholstery and to have them restore. They had found the chairs in their grandmothers barn. The wood was all dried out and a little water damaged. There were dirt nests on the bottom and no fabric remained.

This chair was the before. The before with lots of potential. It will soon become a gorgeous peacock chair.

The after was breathtaking! Take a look!

Furry Easter Bunny Pillow

2017-04-16T09:41:00.000-05:00

Bunnies are everywhere right now and we are getting ready for Easter. The porch has nothing. I have been so excited about decorating inside that the outside has been forgotten. Just a little vignette is all I wanted and I think it is perfect for the adults and the kids. It was just the right amount of cuteness for some Easter outdoor decor.

I bought some supplies to make a pillow and Easter Decoration.

I love the fuzzy pillows that are all the rage right now. When I saw it I thought it looked like it was the fur of a bunny which led to my idea of making a bunny pillow. The silk flowers I bought had a fuzzy stem too. I decided it would be perfect to bend and make into ears for my pillow. I bent them to shape and wired them together.

I glued the bloom to the pillow for eyes and let the stem ears stick out above.

I found some stuffed pillow tops for mason jars that are used to make pin cushions. I used pipe cleaners for whiskers. Then turned the cushion upside down for the nose and glue it on.

Last but not least I put a bow tie under the nose and he was complete!

I placed him on the porch swing with the other pillows.

He has the most precious look on his face.

I placed a plant pot upside down that I decorated with colored ribbon. It looked like an Easter egg. This became his perch.

I found this large pink flower that I attached between the ears of the bunny to shade him from the sun.

We are ready for the Easter egg hunt now. The porch is not forgotten anymore. It is a happy seating area to watch when all the kids go search for their goodies. The Easter outdoor decor is already a hit with the neighbors.

So happy spring has finally arrived.

Happy Easter!!

Dreamingincolor Youth Art Competition June

2017-03-17T15:35:00.000-05:00

2017 Art Competition Guidelines

Eligibility

Kindergarten through Twelfth grade

Judging and Winners

Dreamingincolor will host event.
A panel of judges throughout the arts community will be judging entries.
A finalist from each grade group K-1,2-3,4-5,6-7,8-9,10-12 Total 6 finalists
These finalists will be named best-in-show out of their group
Artwork of finalists must be delivered by June 7^th 2017
All finalists and artwork will be featured at the June9^th Boro Art Crawl at Dreamingincolor 504N Maney Ave Murfreesboro 37130 with a showing and reception Must be present.
Finalists will also receive a ribbon

Submission of Artwork

Create a Digital image of artwork using the hashtag #dreamingincolor

upload to facebook and tag Dreamingincolor (@blogdreaming)

Choose one or all:

upload to instagram and tag dreamingincolorblog

email to deneen@dreaming-n-color.com

bring a digital print of artwork to Dreamingincolor 504N Maney Ave Murfreesboro 37130

Make sure the image is clear and crisp. This is how it will be judged.

*Make sure we have a first name, grade and a way to get in touch with you if you are chosen.

Artwork theme

The theme for the Dreamingincolor art competition is “Summer fun”. This can be anything related to summer. Only one entry per student.

Media and Technique Requirements

Any of the following may be used:

Paint
Drawing Materials
Collage
Sculpting
Digital Illustration

Judging Criteria

A judge panel in the arts community will review artwork submissions based on the following criteria

Interpretation of Theme
Technical skill
Originality
Use of Color

Any artwork that depicts copyrighted images will be rejected. Must be original ideas and created solely by students.

Deadline for entries

June 1^st 2017 is the deadline for entries. If chosen we will contact you by June 5^th 2017. All chosen artwork must be delivered to Dreamingincolor 504N Maney Ave Murfreesboro 37130 by June 7^th 2017.

Thank you for participating!

Vegas Baby! Market Adventure

2017-03-08T04:00:00.000-06:00

This year I had an opportunity to get away and shop for the store in Las Vegas. I was excited to be in a new place for some new ideas and inspiration. After the holidays I like to regroup my ideas, goals and dreams for the store. Having a break usually does that. I plan for the whole year. If you have ever been to my store, you know I love to decorate. Sometimes I even have themes. I have decorated with scarecrows in fall, winter I have rooms to match the color themes and tree decor, and spring garden and flowers!

The marketplace had three buildings of home decor, gifts and furniture.

Pretty awesome stuff and it was pretty exhausting too. It is an art to shop for so many different holidays for the year, It can be mind boggling. I am still learning. Vegas didn't disappoint. Lots of eye candy!

Old and new, home and gifts. It was hard to choose.

The last day in Vegas I was able to get away and fulfill a lifelong dream. Every since I was little and saw the Brady Bunch go to the Grand Canyon I wanted to go. Do you remember that episode? OK it was a long time ago.

Well the weather was very cold. It actually snowed. It was too cold to go to the south side. So I didn't make it to the National Park but I did make it to the west side. The side the Indians own. It did not disappoint. In fact it was breathtaking.

I also walked out on the Skywalk. A glass bridge if you will, that overlooked Eagle Rock. It was a bucket list moment.

The was a picture of a picture showing it.

I went with my friend Patti. We got some great pictures. I can't show them all. Some of my favorites a guard took. I sat on a rock that was at a trail. It looked like I was hanging off. I would absolutely NEVER do this if it was dangerous.

I also got to see the Hoover Dam and the Joshua tree forest on this trip.

I never have seen a Joshua Tree. This excited me.

The Hoover Dam was amazing too.

That night I visited Fremont street and watched some great live music and a wonderful light show.

Had a blast and found some great things for the store. I can wait for you all to get a look at the goodies like these beautiful handmade chokers!!

My year started off right. Living up to my WORD of the year!

Come shop Tues-Sat 10a-5p!!

504N Maney Ave Murfreesboro, TN 37130

Fairy Garden Centerpiece

2017-02-20T04:00:00.000-06:00

Adding a little spring to my home after winter is so important to me. I long for the flowers and colors after the cold snow and bare trees. One of the special parts of spring to me is looking out my window in my sun room and watching the baby rabbits play. I watch them throughout the summer as they grow.

I usually start decorating as soon as Valentine's Day is over. I start introducing spring and rabbits to my decor. I keep rabbits out all year but gather them for a collected look for Easter.

Creating a new centerpiece every year that is different from the last is always a challenge. This year I decided to bring the outdoors in with a Fairy Garden Spring Centerpiece. I haven't really created a fairy garden. I did however showcase my friend's fairy garden. I loved it. So with a little twist to the norm I created this one.

Fairy garden accessories in baskets for a centerpiece is a little twist.

Filling the top of the basket with styrofoam will allow for the grass patch and fairy garden picks to be added. It also fills the area to raise everything to the top.

There are many miniature pieces to choose from. I have a love for miniatures and have used them for many years in different ways. Doll houses and design and now fairy gardens.

I mimicked my backyard with the frolicking bunnies as my design.

I gathered some beautiful silk flower stems and tossed on the table to look like fresh cutting from the garden. I have to tell you the look so real. I love the colors too. The best part of my backyard is gathering the fresh flowers as they bloom. My spring flowers are the prettiest and are more abundant.

They look real right?

I had to attach an arched door to the side of the basket. It was so Fairy-like. It was the finishing touch.

It is whimsical and sweet.

This fairy garden spring centerpiece will last a long time on my table. This decor is timeless.

Spring beauty to enjoy everyday.

This idea can be used outside too. Fairy gardens are flexible. Try this in a flower pot on your porch.

The sunshine peered through the window and the colors seemed to intensify. Looking at this makes me happy and brings back sweet memories of spring days in my garden and also of my youth. I am ready for the colors to start rushing back and the wind to sing the song of spring.

Word of the Year

2017-01-11T13:11:00.001-06:00

One of my favorite things to decorate with are photo frames. I love creating with layers and texture. Frames give a lot of alternatives. Of course I like to use them in different ways. Pictures are great but I also like using them to frame different decor.

The New Year has started and I wanted to do an inspiration wall. I came up with a word for the year and incorporated it in my design. I started with one of my oval frames I got at Dreamingincolor store.

The word I came up with for my inspiration for the year is FLY.

FLY like in soar, travel, take off in business etc.

The definition is to move in or pass through the air with wings

To rise in or be carried through the air by the wind

So this is how I came up with my ideas.

The first frame I used was a Laura Ashley frame. I remove the glass and backing. Only using the ornate frame I nailed it to the wall. I had this butterfly pin and added it to the middle. I love the meaning of the butterfly. Endurance, hope, change, life

It has wings for flight

The next one I used was a pretty turquoise frame. Keeping with the theme, I choose a nest that I also got at Dreamingincolor store. Again I removed the glass. This time I added a layer to the oval frame.

The eggs represent the birth of this idea. Representing birds, flight.....fly

The last frame I used was another Laura Ashley frame. I used the whole frame this time. I even used the paper insert because it was so pretty.

I printed my word of the year "FLY" and pasted it over the words on the paper.

I added my travel sign to the wall. I love the way it came out!!!

The accessories worked too and added to my travel inspiration. I had a book on Italy. The framed picture on the painted dresser was from when I was in Florence. One of my Dreamingincolor signs about travel was added too. This is definitely a wall of inspiration. I cannot wait to see what this year has to offer. I think my photo frames worked perfectly. It is something I will look at everyday.

Dreamingincolor gets the Ruthies Award

2016-11-22T10:21:00.001-06:00

Murfreesboro, Tennessee is the fastest growing city in Tennessee and is 4th in the country. I hope that means something for our little historic town. There are lots of new things coming in and a few greats still here. Dreamingincolor store just celebrated 3 years in business. This is something I am very proud of. In today's world it is hard for small businesses to survive. Just thankful to be here another day!

Dreamingincolor has received a few awards this year too! I was just recognized with a 2016 Ruthie for Best Artist and Best Used Furniture Store. It is always great to be recognized for the work you do. Thank you Murfreesboro!

If you haven't been in to shop, we carry lots of unique items. Handmade, art, custom painted and built furniture. We offer upholstery, restoration, custom painting, and custom draperies. We build new furniture too! Lots of great things going on all the time.

And now we are ready for the holidays. All decked out with beautiful decor in every room. So come check us out.

Store Hours

Tues-Sat 10a-5p

Sundays after Thanksgiving 1p-5p

Closed Thanksgiving and Christmas Day

Hope to see you all for the holidays!

Dreamingincolor Art Competition

2016-11-01T15:46:00.000-05:00

2016 Art Competition Guidelines

Eligibility

Kindergarten through Twelfth grade

Judging and Winners

Dreamingincolor will host event.
A panel of judges throughout the arts community will be judging entries.
A finalist from each grade group K-1,2-3,4-5,6-7,8-9,10-12 Total 6 finalists
These finalists will be named best-in-show out of their group
Artwork of finalists must be delivered by December 7^th 2016
All finalists and artwork will be featured at the December 9^th Boro Art Crawl at Dreamingincolor 504N Maney Ave Murfreesboro 37130 with a showing and reception Must be present.
Finalists will also receive a ribbon

Submission of Artwork

Create a Digital image of artwork using the hashtag #dreamingincolor

Choose one or all:

upload to facebook and tag Dreamingincolor

upload to instagram and tag dreamingincolorblog

email to deneen@dreaming-n-color.com

bring a digital print of artwork to Dreamingincolor 504N Maney Ave Murfreesboro 37130

Make sure the image is clear and crisp. This is how it will be judged.

*Make sure we have a first name, grade and a way to get in touch with you if you are chosen.

Artwork theme

The theme for the Dreamingincolor art competition is Winter. This can be anything related to winter or holiday. Only one entry per student.

Media and Technique Requirements

Any of the following may be used:

Paint
Drawing Materials
Collage
Sculpting
Digital Illustration

Judging Criteria

A judge panel in the arts community will review artwork submissions based on the following criteria

Interpretation of Theme
Technical skill
Originality
Use of Color

Any artwork that depicts copyrighted images will be rejected. Must be original ideas and created solely by students.

Deadline for entries

November 25^th 2016 is the deadline for entries. If chosen we will contact you by November 30^th 2016. All chosen artwork must be delivered to Dreamingincolor 504N Maney Ave Murfreesboro 37130 by December 7^th 2016.

Thank you for participating!

Harry Potter Outdoor Decor

2016-09-22T10:13:00.000-05:00

It's Fall!!

Well, officially anyways..it is in the 90's in Tennessee.

Doesn't matter though, I am in a decorating mood.

Making,creating, and designing using themed decor is something people enjoy. I have designed so many fun ideas over the years for clients and when decorating Dreamingincolor. It is a fun way for people to express themselves by relating to characters, books and movies. Sometimes they become part of our memories from childhood.

I have decorated with Alice in Wonderland, Wizard of Oz and Polar Express to name a few. I create a Tin man Candy dispenser here. This season Harry Potter is the theme for our Halloween/fall decor.

Inside we have Olivander's wall of wands and a mantel of bottles and spells.

The great hall with floating candles and pumpkins.

I love this theme because not only is it really creative to work with these characters from the books and movies but it makes Halloween decorating festive without being scary. With the new Harry Potter book out this year I thought this would be a great idea.

Outdoor decorating is more of a challenge. I wanted a big enough impact. Then I found the most awesome blow-up!! I have to admit I usually hate these things. I feel they look tacky and cheap most of the time. This year though I couldn't resist. I think if it is put in the right setting it works.

I decided to create a scarecrow and use one of the blow ups I found. A DRAGON!!!

Don't you just love decorating?

Halloween is so much fun. I tend to get carried away with all the possibilities.

I had to build and create the Harry scarecrow first

I started with a couple of 1"x 2" sticks cut and put together like a cross

This will be the body of Harry

I screwed them together to make the base for the body

Using some burlap I painted and created the head of Harry. I even gave him his iconic lightning bolt!

Then I dressed him with a shirt, pants and a cape. Put a Hogwarts type tie around his neck .

Since this will be outside I stuffed it with plastic to keep the form and help from retaining water.

I hammered the stake stake in the ground. I topped Harry's head with a witch's hat and attached glove and wand in his hand.

This isn't the first time I did a scarecrow for fall. I have also created one for a Wizard of Oz theme.

Adding the dragon to Harry's side was what this scene needed.

His tongue waves in the wind and he lights up

It is 7.5 ft tall

Cute, not scary.

I think this is something that kids of all ages will enjoy.

I am going to have fun adding more to this scene. I might have to make another trip back to the store for more Halloween goodies.

What will you create this year?

Upholstery in Tennessee

2016-09-08T08:46:00.000-05:00

It is really hard to find someone that does upholstery. It is even harder to find someone that does it well. I am proud to announce the Dreamingincolor now offers upholstery in Tennessee. Murfreesboro residence and beyond have been eager to get there furniture pieces renewed. So glad we can offer that here.

We have done quite a few in a short time. I would like to show you a couple. This settee is from the 1800's. It had horse hair in the seat and was very crunchy. Ha! We painted the wood to reveal the carvings and totally redid the upholstery and filling.

This was another piece from the 1800's. It was missing the whole bottom. This upholstery is tufted with covered buttons on back. All restored and beautiful.

This chair is a personal favorite. I love the brass nail heads used to accentuate the curves. This chair was painted in Driftwood, The Ikat looking material really brings it up to date.

These are just a few of the pieces that have been restored. The upholstery took it to the present and would make any home look custom.

Scroll down to see the befores. They really transformed!!

Settee

1800's Chair

French Chair

To inquire about upholstery call 615-907-0091 or email a picture to deneen@dreaming-n-color.com

We will quote the upholstery and give you yardage for the material you will need. Then you can pick up the fabric that you like for your piece. Bring them to the store and you will be set!

Upholstery in Tennessee has a whole new look. Reasonable prices and quick turn-around

Let me know what you think

DIY Drink Station

2016-07-01T04:00:00.000-05:00

Are you getting ready to entertain this weekend?

Although I love to entertain outdoors, I do not love the heat or mosquitoes. BBQing and backyard games are fun. We usually set up our volleyball net and get our grill started and have a blast. We drink a lot due to the heat so this year I decided to make an drink station so everyone can help themselves.

I purchased two large crates and one medium. I love the dark stain to these. Stack the two together with open side facing forward. You can leave or secure with small wood screws. Then I placed the medium one upside down to make a tabletop.

This becomes the stand to hold all the drinks.

soda and ice filled the tub

Adding glasses to the first shelf and a sign that said "Cool Drinks" written on a chalkboard added to the design

I found a great bottle opener for the side of the crate. It collects the discarded tops for easy clean up. I hammered a nail to the side so it can hang there.

Homemade lemonade with added sliced lemons and raspberries always quenches my thirst. Of course I had to have some pretty paper straws to go with it!

My favorite thing was the cookie bags. I bought some festive iced cookies for a treat and added some red and white checked bags so they can take them home if they like. It was a cute party favor. They looked to plain though so I had to do something to the front that was simple.

So I clipped a hand written note that said "A sweet ending to a Wonderful Day"

This was so easy to do and I think it was a fun idea. I can think of so many other things to do with this drink station.

How about an ice cream station?

Either way I hope you sit down, relax, enjoy a drink and make memories!

That is what life is all about!

Enjoy!

Custom Desk at Dreamingincolor

2016-05-27T04:00:00.000-05:00

Painting pretty things is a passion of mine. I love seeing a piece transformed. I love when furniture that may have winded up in a land fill or dump have been rescued. I love the way people care about this now. As a designer/artist I see furniture as statement pieces and even works of art in a home.

Now that I have my store, I am usually painting those custom pieces specifically for the customers that walk in the door with their favorite hand me down. Lots of my clients have trouble when it comes to picking colors for their pieces. I work with them by looking at their pictures and pinterest pages.

Painting unique pictures, details, monograms and stripes on furniture are my specialty. I have painted chevron and patterns before like my antique wardrobe and pictures like my Audrey Hepburn Piece. This time I found a wonderful french desk that I wanted to paint black and white stripe.

For those that are not sure about color, black and white will always go. I chose those colors for my custom desk at Dreamingincolor.

I went back and forth on making a decision to stripe it or use a script. The stripes won and I am so glad they did. I love the boldness of the piece and the endless style.

Now that laptops are used, people don't need big desks and these are an accent in the home.I sell a lot of desks like these.

Hand written notes are a thing of the past but I must admit that I love doing that on occasion. It is so fresh and personnel.

I can just imagine days gone by with a young lady writing or reading at this desk.

I have a french style desk in my home that I have painted and love. It is a great place to use my laptop to create my designs and write a sweet card. My paint swatches sit fanned on top. I love it sitting in my living room.

I hope someone will come in that will cherish this lovely one.

I used Country Chic Simplicity which is a bright white and Licorice which is a true black. I did not distress this piece. I will let it wear naturally. I did wax it in a clear wax. I replaced two knobs and left the others original. The knobs are like the jewelry on the piece. These have silver studs around them. I love the edge it gives this desk.

Adding pops of color can change this piece and the feel in the room in gets placed in. Most people don't realize how important the right colors are in your home. That is the biggest challenge people have when I go to their home for a redesign.

I try to stay away from always doing neutrals. In this case it works. There is a place for it don't get me wrong and every room should have some but I have been so many places that have no color at all. I love color and will always decorate with it. This is not called Dreamingincolor for nothing! Ha!

Adding accent color to the neutrals in your home will give it life.

The green is just the pop of color I was looking for. This pretty chair adds a little character. Makes it appealing for the customer too.

This is a one-of-a-kind custom desk at Dreamingincolor that someone can add to their home. I reinvented piece from the 50's that is solid wood, Not like the pieces of today that fall apart when you move them. This is something that will be around a while.

This is the before:

Really needed updating

I hope you like the transformation.

Patriotic Games

2016-05-19T15:05:00.003-05:00

I grew up knowing the meaning of being patriotic. Knowing how to respect the flag and my country. Red, White and Blue was something to be proud of.

For me, decorating with the flag and patriotic decor brings back wonderful memories of my childhood.

I had a conversation about this the other day with a customer at my store. Her son is in the military. She was concerned about how children today view our patriotic holidays and if they even knew the meaning. Made me wonder....

We said the Pledge of Allegiance in school and even sang patriotic hymns. They made me proud and happy. I admired the soldiers that fought for our freedom as I do today. Red, White and blue was family and friends, apple pie and picnics.

Fireworks in celebration

It is up to us to teach our children well

We have had some wonderful memories and my family continues the traditions.

This holiday I will grill out again, put up my patriotic decor and enjoy my family.

I will pray for the men that continue to fight for our freedom and the families that have given up so much

My home will have my DIY flags and decor like my paint stick flag above. My store will be decorated again with the wonderful bunting I made using my Old Time Pottery vinyl cloth. It looks like Old time USA!

This year I added to the fun. I enhanced a Game of Corn Hole and Tic-Tac-Toe, purchased at Old Time Pottery, by painting it with the stars and strips creating a Patriotic Yard Game. It was a fun and easy project that I think old and young will appreciate

Find out how to make it over at the Old Time Pottery Blog!

I would love to know what your traditions are for the holidays we in America celebrate.

Do you create your own decor?

How to make a Picnic Wine Table {out of a Paper towel holder}

2016-04-07T10:15:00.003-05:00

Now that the seasons are changing we will start looking forward to outdoor activities and entertaining. I enjoy having people over and usually entertain in our back yard. The flowers and trees are blooming and it is always so pretty.

Entertaining doesn't have to be stressful. I just had the sweetest picnic in the wildflowers. I went to Old Time Pottery in search of potted plants. They have so much in their greenhouse. They were just starting to fill it up. I got these beautiful geraniums. As I walked the isles looking for some outdoor goodies I came up with an idea using a paper towel holder!

I absolutely hate putting my glass on the ground. So I came up with this idea and it was so easy to make. I really love it. I will be using this Picnic Wine Table at the beach too!

I am sharing the directions at the Old Time Pottery Blog.

I hope you click over and see the way it all looked.

Country Living Fair 2016

2016-04-04T00:15:00.000-05:00

I am excited to be returning to the Country Living Fair again this year. Last year was the first year they had it in Nashville. Well, Lebanon, Tennessee to be exact! Why not? Nashville is hot, hot, hot.

Forbes named Nashville in the Top 16 for Best places to travel to in 2016.

Travel and Leisure named Nashville Destination of the Year!

I can go on and on.

If you are a DIY'er, art and craft enthusiast, Country Living Magazine reader or just want to have some fun with creativity surrounding you, this is the place to be.

I am so excited to be offering you a chance to win complimentary tickets for a weekend pass.

April 22, 23, 24, 2016 10am-5pm

James E. Ward Agricultural Center

Lebanon, TN

Country Living Fair 2016

Also extra opportunities for even more tickets!

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Everyone can enter!

Easter Pallet

2016-03-25T04:00:00.000-05:00

My new thing is storing pallets that are put together so I can decorate with them. I used them for my paper flower and for mounting various merchandise that I get in the store.

It has been fun getting in all the spring items that past couple of weeks. It is hard not to go home with everything I love.

I found the cutest bunny and I knew I was going to have fun decorating with him. I wanted him to be the centerpiece for the spring season

A pallet bunny was what I decided. Bunnies are one of the things I think of when I hear spring.

Every spring growing up meant getting the bicycle out and enjoying the fresh air and beautiful blooms that surrounded our home. I had some glorious days on my bicycle. I would ride everywhere. We didn't worry about all the things we worry about today.

This project brought back those memories.

Outside Decor and Garden Art

2016-03-19T18:01:00.000-05:00

The past couple of days have been beautiful and the sunshine has felt so good. That is my cue to work outside. Last month I started on my front porch adding some color. Now I want to add a little garden decor. Problem is that it is still a little early to get the flowers I want.

I was thinking of using succulents for this project but they weren't available yet. I did, however, find some beautiful cactus. So, I decided on a cactus garden with a whimsical watering can for the garden art. I will have to bring these in when cold or at least till more flowers come in season.

To see how to make this head over to Old Time Pottery Blog!

Porch Redo

2016-03-16T15:10:00.004-05:00

Spring cleaning doesn't just start inside the home. Concentrating on the outside of your home is important too. It is time to get the winter grime and holiday leftovers cleaned up.

I put all the holiday things away but there are always remnants that linger. I even found some glitter lying around on the porch. It looked like a thief came in the night and stripped the porch of all its pretty.

I have to say when it is cold I really don't even want to go outside never mind clean! It was starting to look really bad around here. The doldrums was taking over and the grey of the winter days was seeping in.

So how do you freshen up for spring when winter is still around?

You add color!

Cleaning the cobwebs and sweeping the dead leaves were the priority on the porch. There was even tape leftover in the walls from Christmas decorations. I cleared all of the garbage and fixed the furniture in a better position.

I can't believe it looked this bad! I was still finding leftover decorations. I moved the porch furniture in a better position and cleaned the door window . I added my umbrella wreath I made last year and the color was already making me happy.

Pillows and cushions change things up. The color on this porch is a cream and with the white chairs it was just getting lost. I found the prettiest black and white cushions for the bottom of the rockers. I added some bright pink pillows for some color. I can change the color anytime throughout the year by switching out the pillows. Right now I was looking for something vibrant.

I also found some lawn art to put near the bushes. It is too cold to plant colorful flowers for color so I just inserted a few of these metal pinwheels.

I love the movement of the flowers.

I added some silk hydrangeas to the planter urns till I can plant some beautiful flowers.

Just a few key moves and freshening up with color and this front porch came alive even on this grey day.

I added a few accessories to the vintage trunk. A preserved boxwood wreath on an old window gave me some more green. I found some iron work and mounted it on the top of an old door to give it an architectural detail. Moved the theater seats to the entrance and it was a good start of a complete change. I would like to add an outdoor carpet under the rockers soon.

The front door got a fresh doormat. Now it is ready for guests!

The front porch came alive and it is so inviting now.

Just a little time spent cleaning and adding some color will make the last few days of winter more bearable. This spring I can continue to add other features to enhance the look like carpet, wall hangings and fresh flowers.

I hope this redesign inspired you!

Valentine Ideas

2016-02-14T13:27:00.001-06:00

This is a sponsored post. All opinions are my own.

I never really care for the typically Valentine decor probably because I like to make most of my things.

Although I have tons of holiday decor I love creating new things.

This year, I found something that can be used all year long. I wasn't sure how I would use it.

I decided to use it in a tablescape.

So I started with a little color

...and a little LOVE!

Office Organization

2016-02-03T20:07:00.000-06:00

This is a sponsored post. All opinions are my own.

The new year has arrived and I am in organizing mode. I have packed away all the holiday stuff and now I am wanting to purge and organize. It is funny how that works. The new year is always a cleansing of the old one.

Old Time Pottery has some pretty chic organizing items available. I found some pretty pink and black organizing cubes. Love the vibrant color. Hoping it will help inspire my creativity in 2016.

I started with a huge mess. I don't know how it happens. It gets crazy and things pile up.

Can you relate?

Organizing doesn't have to be expensive. It really is more about having the time to go through everything. Sometimes that is the biggest chore and challenge.

I took everything off my shelves and I went through all the receipts and paperwork. Filed what I needed and began using square cubes to store things I really needed quickly.

I found some large boxes that matched the pattern. I also purchase a shoe organizer in the same print to store small items. I love that there was so much to choose from in the set.

I used chalkboard tape to label all the pockets and cubes. It really helps to have labels when you can't see through the fabric.

My favorite thing I found at Old Time Pottery was this Square Paris trunk. It added that little extra look to my space. Since I was just organizing and not redoing my whole office space, it made it look clean and fresh. It also makes for another great organizing tool.

I love the quick colorful redo. It always amazes me that I can always find what I need at Old Time Pottery to incorporate in my space that is cost effective and trendy. Now I need to work on the other parts of the room. I am really liking this so far. I think I will make another shopping trip!

It takes time but it is so worth it. Now I hope it can stay like this a little while!!

What are you organizing this year?

Painted Side Table

2016-01-28T12:19:00.000-06:00

Love painting but sometimes I get in a rut.

I think it is because artists need time to refuel to be creative.

Blizzard 2016 seen to that for me.

We closed for two weeks in January to get ready for the new year. We do inventory,shop and pick, and redesign. Needless to say, it is NOT a vacation. The blizzard that hit my home was only 5-8 inches. That is huge for these parts though.

It kept me home bound long enough to rest my bones.

It also helped me envision my year and shoot for some new goals.

This is one of my first projects I finished for 2016.