Sunday, July 29, 2012

Dining Room Makeover

It all started with a tour of the 2012 Southern Living Showcase Home by Dillard Jones Builders that was built in our area.

  We toured the home a couple of months ago, which was gorgeous, as you can imagine.     We were told, as we entered, that all the furniture was for sale.     That piqued my interest and I made a point of carefully looking to see if there was anything that I could use or..... afford.  lol

 We had talked about making our dining this year's big project.   It was the only room downstairs in our house that had not been updated from Oak to a darker wood.    It was almost 30 years old, but still in good condition.

Below is a picture of the kitchen in the model home.  Isn't the ceiling stunning?   I fell in love with the table and bench.    Long story short.....we left without making any purchases.
Later, though, I was looking through the brochure and noticed the name of the furniture store that the table set came from. 
   My hubby had some business with them the following week and I tagged along.   I asked about the table and learned it was being returned to them, as no one had purchased it.   The little wheels in my head starting turning. 
  We didn't make it back to the store on the day the table was to be returned or even in the next few days.    However, when we did make it back there, the four chairs had sold.  The table and bench were still on display in the show room.

Guess what came home with us????  I love the detail on the table, bench seat and back of bench.


 Actually, the guys had to deliver it and put it together.


It's blackish/brown with beautiful gold and a hint of red scrolls on the top.
I found this side piece at Home Goods, just as it arrived and was put on the floor to be displayed.   Talk about timing and God blessing us.   Others were interested in it as well, but  I got a clerk to tag it sold in about 5 seconds.  lol     It goes perfectly with the table top, the round mirror and lamps that I already had.



I got rid of all the old pieces of furniture in the room and went on a search for pieces to refill the room.   I first went to different areas of the house to see what, if anything, I could pull from to add to the dining room.  See the metal corner cabinet.   I've had it at least 5 yrs.    I scraped, painted and sprayed it.     Guess where it came from?    Outside on the patio.  (see below)

It worked well in the corner outside for years. ( See it in the left hand corner.)
  Since the chairs had sold, we chose four fabric covered chairs that complimented the table top and colors in my drapes.   I had three pillows made for the bench in the same color fabric.


While in NC on business at a shop called A DAY IN THE COUNTRY I saw this small baker's rack.       It's  a replica of one that is in the Biltmore Estate.  It was a bit pricey and I didn't want to pay the sticker price.
The manager told me they had some in their warehouse and that it was open to the public.    I said, " Show me the way"!    It was another 15 min. up the Mtn. to Bat Cave.   I know what you're thinking...... but it's not that cave.......no  BATMAN or Robin there .   lol   Seriously it's the town's name.    Sure enough that little rack was $34.99 vs. 99.00 in the main store.
It's the Manual Woodworkers Outlet Store in Bat Cave, NC   They have tons of STUFF in there.  Have any of you been to either of those shops?
I pulled this painting from another room and painted it's red matte black.   What a difference that made.  Goes great with the mirror and lamps in pic above.
While in the outlet I spotted this Tuscan looking tapestry with attached hardware.     It was  $37.99 vs.  120.00 in the store.   You can't beat those prices!


The next pic shows it a little bit better.


Thanks for stopping by and taking peek at my dining room redo!
                                             Before                                       After

I hope you enjoyed your visit!


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29 comments:

Unknown said...

Wow, you've been busy. Love your new table, chairs, and all the other goodies too. It looks beautiful in your room. I know you will enjoy these for many years!

Have a great week!

Anonymous said...

beautiful..

Angela

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Ceekay-THINKIN of HOME said...

Wow, you changed a lot on your blog....glad to see you back....gorgeous dining room!!

Marty@A Stroll Thru Life said...

Stunning transformation. I love the new dining set. Gorgeous and all of your accessories are wonderful. Hugs, Marty

Lois Christensen said...

I was just thinking of you this morning and wondering where you have been and MISSING your beautiful posts! So glad to see you today! Your house is beautiful. Love all the new finds and the arrangements. Glad you're back!!!

Pamela said...

YOur new table is gorgeous!!

Celestina Marie said...

Hi My Friend, I am so thrilled to see you doing a post again. I have missed you so much. I love your dining room and the new look. Simply stunning. The pieces you added from around your home and the new treasures really make it perfect. Love the matte painted black too. This always works for me too and what a difference it makes. Like a new framed print.

I know you are enjoying the new room and what fun you must have had designing it. Thank you for sharing and again so glad to see you back to posting.

Love your new blog look and header.
Have a great week and thank you for stopping by and your kind comment. I will be leaving Sunday for Santa Fe for one week on vacation. See you when I return.

Hugs, Celestina Marie
p.s. so glad you are feeling better and recovered.

Jennifer @ Town and Country Living said...

What a beautiful table. Love the tapestry, too! Great job!

Laura said...

I love your new furniture. I also like darker furniture than I used to. Your dining room makeover is fabulous. You really fond some great bargains in the "Bat Cave."

Elizabeth and Gary said...

Wow! I love your new table its absolutely beautiful and all the detail work on the table top is so pretty. Your dinning room is just stunning, it belongs in a decorating magazine.
Thank you for visiting me I am your 100th followers :)
Have a sweet day, Elizabeth

Brandi said...

Such a gorgeous home you have. I love the changes you made to your dining room. Thanks so much for stopping by my blog.

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Betty Stapleton said...

What a lovely dining room, like the black, oak is nice but always seems masculine to me. I had an oak cupboard I painted black and have a table that I would like to paint but hubby has a heart attack every time I mention it. You have a gorgeous room to enjoy now, nice job on it all...

Pam - @diy Design Fanatic said...

The table is beautiful, especially the top! Love your HomeGoods find, as well.

sharon said...

Love what you have done! You will enjoy that area for years to come. So glad to see you back blogging! Hope all is well!

Kathryn Ferguson Griffin said...

Love the table!! Fantastic. Love all the changes and your backyard is gorgeous! Thank you for sharing. Visiting from Kristen's Creations. Would love it if you would share this at my Make it Pretty Monday party at The Dedicated House. http://thededicatedhouse.blogspot.com/2012/07/make-it-pretty-monday-week-8.html Hope to see you at the bash! Toodles, Kathryn @TheDedicatedHouse

The Kim Six Fix said...

Wow! That is a beautiful table and your dining room doesn't even look the same!

Betty said...

What a lovely blog you have here. I have become your newest follower.

An Oasis in the Desert said...

So nice to see you again! Love all the changes you've made. The dark furniture is beautiful!

~CAS~

Suzy said...

Love the new table! It looks perfect in your dining room.

marian said...

Great transformation. It adds a Tuscany feel to your home. You can also look into some Amish-made furniture. These are really great pieces, too.

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