Monday, April 15, 2013

Dining Room Reveal

A few months ago we moved into our rent house and have been SO happy with our new central location in Fort Worth. The main draw back is the smaller square footage, but as I've said before, that's just another design challenge that I get to take on:)

Since this dining room is significantly smaller than our previous home [here], I had to change things up a bit. I wasn't able to use our very large dining table and opted for a round one instead. I actually ended up using our old outdoor dining table and gave it a little facelift with a refreshing coat of light blue paint. You might recognize it from this post [here] when I used it on my back porch.

I also wanted to make this room nice and colorful since the space is so small. I wanted the room to give off a "happy" feel rather than a bunch on neutrals getting lost in a small space. I had a blast working with pattern and texture and {of course} had to incorporate a bit of a "beachy" feel as well.

What do you think?!


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24 comments:

  1. UnknownApril 15, 2013 at 8:21 PM

    Came out great, love the blue and red.

    Desiree @ YourCraftyFriend

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  2. JennaApril 15, 2013 at 8:23 PM

    SO beautiful! You did an excellent job! Jenna @ Rain on a Tin Roof

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  3. Julia@Cuckoo4DesignApril 15, 2013 at 9:03 PM

    Very pretty and your photos are amazing as usual! Love it all!

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  4. Life as the Mrs.April 15, 2013 at 9:28 PM

    Adorable! Come do mine! Bring Bailey! :)

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  5. Domestic MammaApril 15, 2013 at 9:37 PM

    It's just beautiful. I love the colours you've used and I love the dining chairs!

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  6. HelenApril 15, 2013 at 10:31 PM

    I love it and the colors are stunning! Would you mind sharing where you got your curtains from??? Thanks : )

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  7. Marty@A Stroll Thru LifeApril 16, 2013 at 10:11 AM

    Love your dining room, so pretty and the colors are wonderful. Your pictures are amazing also. Thanks for joining Inspire Me Tuesday. Hugs, Marty

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  8. srpprcrftrApril 16, 2013 at 5:31 PM

    And what a wonderful job you have done getting your dining room snazzied up, what a beautiful room. The first thing I noticed were the gorgeous drapes, the red and white is so peppy in there. I love all your wonderful goodies to give it personality. It might be smaller but you sure made it welcoming.
    Happy Days

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  9. Michele M./ Finch RestApril 16, 2013 at 5:33 PM

    Amy, your spaces are gorgeous - what fun use of colour!
    It truly looks like a very happy place to be.

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  10. AnonymousApril 17, 2013 at 7:47 AM

    Amy, your dining room is beautiful. I love the red chest and I am a huge fan of the natural look of wicker. Just lovely. Stoppin by from Wow us Wed. Have a great week! ~Wanda

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  11. Jen @ Girl in the GarageApril 17, 2013 at 4:21 PM

    Beautiful room. I LOVE the chairs and the mix of colors. Such a happy place! The curtains are fabulous also. Stopping by from the DIY By Design party. :)

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  12. Rasmussen FamilyApril 17, 2013 at 7:52 PM

    i usually hate red for interiors, but you do it very well!

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  13. UnknownApril 18, 2013 at 7:08 AM

    Super cute!!! I love all the little details. I love that dining table as well. Did you paint it? If so what colour paint did you use? I'm now following you, found you at twelveOeight link party! Can't wait to see what else you come up with.

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  14. chateau chicApril 18, 2013 at 8:54 PM

    Your dining room looks so cheerful and charming! Love all the color you used.
    Mary Alice

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  15. RitaApril 21, 2013 at 12:01 AM

    WOW! what a stunning dining room! I love all the textures and colors. If you get a chance, please link this to my linky party: http://suburbsmama.blogspot.com/2013/04/sunday-linky-party-4.html

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  16. UnknownApril 22, 2013 at 1:08 PM

    Love your dining room Amy! Thank you so much for sharing with us this week at Pretty Things. Hope to see you again tonight for another great party :)

    xo, Tanya
    http://twelveoeight.blogspot.com/

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  17. CindyApril 22, 2013 at 7:54 PM

    What do I think? I think you need to give me those drapes! Love the whole room, casual but elegant. Enjoy!

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  18. Petie@inspirednesting.comApril 23, 2013 at 1:48 PM

    Very warm and inviting. I love the transformation of the table, and great rattan chairs. Beautiful colors.

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  19. {northern cottage}April 23, 2013 at 2:17 PM

    i love it - it's just so warm & welcoming!!

    ♥ http://www.northerncottage.net

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  20. Brandy~GreyLaneHomeApril 23, 2013 at 4:37 PM

    You have a very lovely space. The colors are so pretty together.

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  21. Sherry @ No Minimalist HereApril 24, 2013 at 11:47 AM

    Amy, Just beautiful! I especially love the drapes and the red chest. Thank you for linking to the Open House party.
    xx,
    Sherry

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  22. UnknownApril 24, 2013 at 6:00 PM

    SO pretty! I love every little thing! Thanks for the inspiration! :)
    -Shayna
    www.TheWoodGrainCottage.com

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  23. -April 30, 2013 at 5:20 PM

    Wonderful job! Love it.

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  24. UnknownMay 2, 2013 at 11:01 PM

    Hi, I was simply checking out this blog and I really admire the premise of the article and this is really informative. Jim

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