Steppin' on painted floors

I was out and about antique shopping and I absolutely fell in love with these painted floors.  I'm so very tempted to try one of these designs in my bedroom.  Sometimes it isn't possible to replace all your wood floors.  Maybe they are still in good shape but you want a change.  Painting them is a great solution and can add so much interest to your space.
Each room in this Antique store had a different pattern.
Perfect for an entry.
This would be great in my office.
These designs got me all inspired to look into other design ideas.
Here are a few of my favorites.
Cottage Living Magazine
Can you imagine the detail of measuring this all out?  This sunshine yellow color on the walls is so elegant with these floors.
There are only certain rooms that can carry off these bold colors, especially bright pink.  The diamond floor pattern really pulls it together don't you think?
Cottage Living Magazine
These floors are perfect in this kitchen.  They works so well because the white painted stripe is the same width as the bead board on the cabinets.  Beautiful thought out detail.  The large scale clock is to die for and it is amazing how the bar stool bases compliment the round shape of the clock.  Black ALWAYS makes a statement and dresses up a room.
Such a restful room.  White painted floors add such a softness and "beachy/casual" feel to a space.  Notice how these chair styles don't match in style but they all have the same upholstery.  I'm crazy about the decorative branches in the corner.  With an all white room, they make a natural statement!

Painted floors on an angle, very creative and opens up the room tremendously.
Cottage Living
Very subtle but perfect for the decor in this room.
Looks like back breaking work.
I usually don't like green but this I like.  Rustic charm!
Wouldn't this pattern be fun in a hallway or game room? 
This pattern done in honey and ebony is one of my favorites.  It compliments the adjoining room beautifully.
Country Living Magazine
WOW, what detail!
Here are a few WILD ideas.
My girls would love this!
Painted floor by  PG Model
Brave but could be amazing in the right room.
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Benjamin Moore has an epoxy paint that takes a while to dry but makes a drastic difference to a Parquet wood floor that REALLY needs help.
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Can you believe the difference this made????
The wall color made this room look even more gorgeous!
Have a great Sunday!
Ruthie

A face lift is in the works

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This week we are in the final stages of a church face lift!  Their budget didn't allow for them to totally remodel so we are doing some dramatic changes with paint, stain & carpet.
Here is a peek at what is going on!

Can't wait to see the finished stage!
Should be finished on Saturday, just in time for them to plug in their organ, set up their instruments and hang their new copper cross.  Will we be there all night on Saturday so it will all be ready for their Sunday morning worship service?
Tune in soon and I'll have the details.
I'll post after pictures as soon as I can!
Ruthie

Hotel Indigo, Dallas - A Great Escape

This weekend my husband and I got away from "everyday life" and escaped to the Hotel Indigo, downtown Dallas.  It was originally the Hilton years ago and is a beautiful historical building.  It's a couple blocks from Neiman Marcus and is surrounded with some great restaurants that we got to enjoy!
We are celebrating our 22 Anniversary this week and any time  you have a wedding anniversary, there should be a celebration!  Thanks to grandparents who love being with our kids we were able to enjoy a fabulous relaxing weekend together.
We wanted to experience a different kind of hotel.  Hotel Indigo is a "boutique hotel" and definitely isn't your typical Dallas hotel.  Very quiet and cozy.  A lot like the warm blue knit sweater that is the wallpaper backdrop behind the bed.
It has a beachy decor and a really comfy "at home" feel.  Definitely bright and cheery!
Refreshing colors and fabrics.
Small touches that make it feel like you are in your own master suite.

Whimsical draperies.
Feels a bit like a bed and breakfast.
Great chair! 
Wood floors are in each suite which makes it tropical and warm.
Accessories placed within the hotel that you would find in any home!
The bright yellow walls and lavender ceilings were so happy and felt like a ray of sunshine!
The hallway carpet is a plush apple green and the pattern is one of my favorites.
The hallways are painted a sky blue and are toned down by this beautiful striped wallpaper.
If you want a place to go away from the "typical", Hotel Indigo is the place to go!  Very relaxed and inviting and definitely doesn't have a hustle and bustle feel.
Ruthie

Client wanted WOW!

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I had the molding around the door painted this wonderful putty color.  It updates it and makes it more inviting!  Now it has a much more custom look.
Added the same "putty" color on the stair molding.
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The new paint color made the crown molding look so much richer.   Love this metallic faux finish.
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The shower had great wall tile but the floor tile was really tired.  We replaced it and then added the bench, new corner soap dishes, a niche and an incredible border. 
 Amazing what you can do to update without going OVERBOARD.
Much nicer.  So elegant!  3 shower heads in this shower!
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 MASTER BATHROOM
Okay before but just kinda dull for this "grand" home.  The 12X12 tiles are okay but the grout hadn't been taken care of.
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Now we have bumped it up a notch!  18X18 tiles are a hit.  Makes the space look fresh, open and spacious.
Still working on the bathtub surround!  Will post before and after pictures later!
Added this crown molding to their living room.  Isn't it awesome!
  Tommy and Jessie you rock!
The crown molding matches the kitchen cabinets in the opposite room!
The floors were refinished with a darker stain and they turned out fabulous!
Fun project and the BEST COUPLE EVER!
Happy Weekend to you all.
  I'm starting it early, celebrating our 22nd wedding anniversary.

"Walk Thru" Consultation Before and After Pictures

BEFORE
I met with a client about 5-6 months ago for a "walk-thru" consultation. All their kids have moved out and they were ready for some updates to their home. They wanted to tackle the projects themselves and just needed some inspiration. I helped them select colors for their living room, kitchen and bedrooms and gave them lots of tips and ideas to help them make smart choices as they update and add personality to their now "kid free" home.

They were wonderful enough to send me pictures of what they have done so far. I feel so very BLESSED when I see before and after pictures of homes that have been totally changed up, updated, freshened up, personalized or just made to feel like home. There is something wonderful about putting your own sweat and tears into a project! It makes you OWN your home!

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Blue had to go!  Now it's so much warmer and comfortable, especially with this red bedspread.
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We had fun picking a color for this room!
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Send me pictures of what you have done since I've been to your home, I'd love to see!!
Ruthie