March 1, 2011

Bedroom Tweaking

It's the first of March and I have a confession.

Bleary eyed this morning as my foggy brain wrapped itself around the fact that it was the first day of March, I glanced around my room and my eyes settled on this. . .


Ahhh, Yep! Embarrassing enough I still have Christmas decorations in my bedroom.

Muttering to myself things like "unbelievable" and "ridiculous" I vowed somehow - someway I had to carve out a little time today to replace that wintery village.

Truth be told, in January I was loving it so much I wasn't ready to part with it.
Then February arrived and inspiration was playing hide and seek, so I let it slide a little longer.
No longer.  It needed to be dealt with - - today!

Something fast and quick was necessary.
I picked a few favorite items I thought might work together.
After arranging them until I liked the look this is the result.



Vintage clocks.


Empty chippy frames.


A grouping of candles.


Simple and pretty.

Not too shabby for a ten minute project.


I'm still amazed it took me so long!

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41 comments:

  1. Comeca JonesMarch 1, 2011 at 11:47 PM

    I love it!Looks so soothing.

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  2. Carrie at In the Hammock BlogMarch 2, 2011 at 12:07 AM

    Ooh, i love all the white! i love your winter village too, btw :)

    http://inthehammockvintage.blogspot.com

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  3. Restoration HouseMarch 2, 2011 at 12:21 AM

    It looks great Robin! Love it and the bedding, and the shelf and the hit of red in those pillows and...Lol.
    I also loved the winter village too!
    Kim:)

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  4. UnknownMarch 2, 2011 at 4:33 AM

    Looks fantastic - I love it this decoration!

    Hugs

    Tine

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  5. awal.nyMarch 2, 2011 at 5:27 AM

    It looks wonderful. It makes it easier when you have collections you love. I am really liking the alarm clocks I keep seeing, great job.

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  6. AnonymousMarch 2, 2011 at 6:12 AM

    It looks great! You really had your Christmas stuff still up? It's March, girl! I appreciate your honesty though...

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  7. AnonymousMarch 2, 2011 at 6:19 AM

    Love it Robin! Such a nice focal point in your bedroom! I also love your new faceplates for your bathroom. Makes me want to change out all of ours!

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  8. {northern cottage}March 2, 2011 at 7:04 AM

    oh yeah! I LOVE the empty frames! perfect!

    p.s. you're excused for the decorations still being up because 1) they were white and 2) it is STILL the dead of winter here!

    love what you came up with!

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  9. Shanon at Vintage Sparkle ChicMarch 2, 2011 at 7:12 AM

    I love what you did with the shelves, very cute! I bet you smile every time you walk in your room and those Christmas decorations are gone and that is in it's place. And only 10 minutes!
    ~Shanon

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  10. CindyMarch 2, 2011 at 7:16 AM

    Hi Robin,
    Your shelf looks lovely, I love vintage clocks. You are very creative. Your little houses with the snow were beautiful, but this is very, very pretty.
    Hugs,cindy

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  11. Pam KesslerMarch 2, 2011 at 8:20 AM

    You are making me want to run out and buy some vintage alarm clocks. Looks very nice. I still have some pine boughs on my kitchen table, so maybe it's time for me to find a spring replacement.

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  12. Linda @ Itsy Bits And PiecesMarch 2, 2011 at 9:14 AM

    It's so easy to let the wintery Christmas decorations stay up when we're buried under snow, Robin! Tour new design looks wonderful!!

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  13. Hello Jessica LynnMarch 2, 2011 at 9:29 AM

    Wow...love your decorations!!

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    Have a blessed Wednesday!! :0)

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  14. ErinMarch 2, 2011 at 9:37 AM

    Not shabby at all, Robin! Your vintage clock collection has me envious--they have such character. And the texture of the chippy frames, glass and candles are gorgeous in combination. After seeing your mantel and then a tutorial on building one at another blog, I'm looking at the bare space over my bed and seriously thinking about making one now. Did you make yours or buy it?

    P.S.--You're not the only one with her bottle brush trees and winter houses up well into February! I *just* took mine down on Sunday. I categorize these things as winter decorations, so they stay out for most of winter. Now that it's March, though, I am itching for spring decorations and flowers! :)

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  15. Marie @ Chocolate-Covered ChaosMarch 2, 2011 at 9:42 AM

    Looks great! I love the simple classic feel of it!

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  16. White and RustMarch 2, 2011 at 10:10 AM

    It looks good, I love all the clocks,

    Heidi

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  17. HeatherMarch 2, 2011 at 10:37 AM

    Hi, Robin! Your shelf looks great! I just love those vintage clocks. The whole arrangement works so well together!

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  18. AnonymousMarch 2, 2011 at 11:45 AM

    Come decorate my house :) 10 minutes... you're good! Love the vintage clocks and frames. I ordered some replica vintage clocks with my CSN giveaway. I like how you grouped them. Great impact! :) Michelle

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  19. Lisa @ Fern Creek CottageMarch 2, 2011 at 1:34 PM

    I don't blame you one bit for leaving your glittery village up there. It was so beautiful! It looks great now too! That is pretty impressive that you put together such a stunning vignette so quickly!

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  20. UnknownMarch 2, 2011 at 5:17 PM

    looks great! isn't it funny how those christmas decorations can just blend into the background and start to look like everyday decor after a while? :) love the new look!

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  21. KalenMarch 2, 2011 at 7:51 PM

    It may have taken you a while, but I would say it is worth it! Looks fantastic! I've got a ton of frames but I've always had trouble finding vintage clocks...any suggestions?

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  22. JodiMarch 2, 2011 at 7:55 PM

    I just put my snowmen up in the closet the other night! I still have valentine stuff out, I know how it goes! :) I love the shelf; I wish I had one; I LOVE LOVE it! Your new decor is perfect, my fav....the chippy frames! :)

    Jodi

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  23. Amanda@RelovedRubbishMarch 3, 2011 at 12:05 PM

    I love your simple and pretty shelf display! The empty, chippy frames look lovely with the vintage clocks and candles.

    Thanks for stopping by my blog and leaving me a sweet comment on my cabinet :)

    Amanda
    xoxo

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  24. Hanlie JoubertMarch 3, 2011 at 12:55 PM

    oh wow! i l o v e this look. think i might just copy you, with the chippy white frames and old clocks!
    have a wonderful day
    hanlie

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  25. A Vintage VineMarch 3, 2011 at 1:37 PM

    If I had to pick a fav....it would be those clocks!!! OOH LA LA! The whole things works perfect together!

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  26. bethMarch 3, 2011 at 2:08 PM

    That looks really great! I love all of your vintage clocks!! I have an old Big Ben, and one night I was winding it up and the spring broke. Luckily I have a handy hubby that was able to fix it. I don't know if I could sleep without its faithful ticking away.
    I hope you have a great day!
    Beth.

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  27. UnknownMarch 3, 2011 at 2:58 PM

    love this above your bed you dont even need a headboard this looks great. love the clocks and the chippy frames... great look

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  28. AnonymousMarch 3, 2011 at 4:38 PM

    I looks wonderful and it looks like your whole bedroom is simple an pretty. Love the pillows!

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  29. very merry vintage styleMarch 3, 2011 at 6:08 PM

    Looks great--I love the vintage clocks, I'll have to keep my eye out for some! You did a great job. Thanks for linking up to my Share the Love party--have a good rest of the week!
    Mary

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  30. Heaven's WalkMarch 3, 2011 at 6:13 PM

    Wow ~ I just love your simple, chic mantel, Robin! The combo of clocks, frames, and candles are just perfect! I'm saving a photo for a future vignette on my own mantel! :)

    xoxo laurie

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  31. Susan EvelynAndRoseMarch 3, 2011 at 8:45 PM

    Love your clocks and frame Robin! Don't feel bad. You worked hard on those glitter houses, so they deserved more time on display. :)
    - susan

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  32. ColoradoladyMarch 3, 2011 at 9:16 PM

    This looks great! I love, love, love the clocks. So cute and so different. Happy VTT!

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  33. mariondee-designsMarch 3, 2011 at 11:06 PM

    I love your display and your shelving! take care, Maryann

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  34. Blue Ridge Altered ArtMarch 4, 2011 at 9:11 AM

    Beautiful vignette. I love all the clocks!!!!!!! ~~Sherry~~

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  35. Erin @ 3 Meadow Lake CottageMarch 4, 2011 at 3:37 PM

    I can see why you kept the snow village up for so long - it's so pretty! But I love how you freshened it up too with the clocks, chippy frames, and candles - so classy looking. You've got great style!
    Thanks for linking up to The After Party @ 3 Meadow Lake Cottage! I hope to see more from you :)
    ~Erin

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  36. AnnieMarch 5, 2011 at 9:02 PM

    I love the houses you removed! Where did you find them?

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  37. Sweet European DreamsMarch 5, 2011 at 11:35 PM

    I'm impressed that you had your bedroom decorated for Christmas! Your little makeover is perfect - simple & shabby! Glad I found you today via Cindy's Romantic Home! -diane
    http://www.sweeteuropeandreams.com

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  38. Courtney ~ French Country CottageMarch 6, 2011 at 10:31 AM

    Love the new look- and loving those pillows on your bed too! Thanks for sharing at FNF! :)

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  39. Megan GunyanMarch 8, 2011 at 1:49 PM

    Ha! Considering how long it's taken the snow to melt in our area, I would've kept the houses up a little longer! Your clocks are so fun...you DID do a great job for a 10 minute project!

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  40. Tammy @ Type AMarch 8, 2011 at 10:47 PM

    i love the shelf piece over your bed, it's just gorgeous. and the way you decorated it is beautiful. thanks for sharing this at my party!

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  41. Free Art PrintablesMarch 11, 2011 at 10:50 PM

    It looks so pretty! Your whole room is pretty! Thanks for linking and sharing it with us!

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