If you know me, then you know I am all about making our house a home affordably. It makes no sense to me to spend big bucks on something when you can get the exact same thing for less elsewhere or make it yourself. Problem is, knowing where to find those deals. That hunt can take time and time is money. Thankfully, I was able to enhance my family room by adding a rug, and I want to share with you the affordable area rugs I found. PLUS, I have a giveaway! eep!
Enter in our family room... this used to be a detached garage. Bet you've never seen a garage look so good! If you follow along, you know that last week I shared with you how on a whim I decided to give my
fireplace a makeover. The view I'm about to show you is to the left of that same fireplace.
In the future, I will show you the true before as a few years ago I did three coats of paint and stain-blocking primer to this room, tore down a drop ceiling, and made
my pallet shutters and
barnwood & bedskirt valance. (both have tutorials) I even got the entertainment center for free from a guy who was originally going to charge me $100, but told us we could have it if we would take his projection TV's. Deal! Serious praise is that most everything in this room was received for free, even the furniture.
BABY STEPS
However, this room is not as I like it to be. I am still ACHING to be rid of that Berber carpet that is beyond ancient. Once
our kitchen is done we are giving this room a makeover, so I CAN'T WAIT! I'll share more on the other details later on when we tackle the room.
An ongoing debate between my husband and I is whether or not to put wood or carpet (blucky!!) down on the floor. I have repeatedly argued that it makes no sense that there is carpet because of the fireplace (burns all over), we carry in firewood every other day (mess), and with kids and dogs (vomit, potty mishaps) it is gross. Let me tall ya that I will NEVER have that stuff again because who gets to clean it? yup. My concession to him was an area rug on one side and wood on the floor.
Truth: I always sit on the floor and if I'm on a couch it's because I'm sick. He never sits on the floor so I should win, right? sigh...
MAYBE
For the record, my husband is game for wood floors, but he tends to be a carpet-lover. It's a blessing he is an easy-going guy. However, even though the room is not complete, I want to show you my latest addition. Check out this natural jute beauty...
Be still my heart. I just love natural rugs especially, as I also own bamboo and wool ones. The fact that any rug is removable from the room so a good cleaning happens makes my heart happy.
If you look close, you'll see how gorgeous the braids are. Also, notice the wonderful assembly.
Funny thing is that it wasn't long before this happened...
My whole family are confessed bibliophiles (book lovers) and this is the normal scene around here. So much so that I have to punish them at times for not getting their school work or chores done. I love having that problem. They are obviously in love with how cozy our area has become.
Even our cat, Lily, who never lays on the floor, is getting cozy later that same evening. I think we have a winner!
Do pin and share so others can know about this opportunity too!
Next, I am showing you how to create this rustic "hello Fall" sign to get your season started off right.
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In the future, I will show you the true before as a few years ago I did three coats of paint and stain-blocking primer to this room, tore down a drop ceiling, and made my pallet shutters and barnwood & bedskirt valance. (both have tutorials) I even got the entertainment center for free from a guy who was originally going to charge me $100, but told us we could have it if we would take his projection TV's. Deal! Serious praise is that most everything in this room was received for free, even the furniture.
Be still my heart. I just love natural rugs especially, as I also own bamboo and wool ones. The fact that any rug is removable from the room so a good cleaning happens makes my heart happy.
If you look close, you'll see how gorgeous the braids are. Also, notice the wonderful assembly.
Funny thing is that it wasn't long before this happened...
My whole family are confessed bibliophiles (book lovers) and this is the normal scene around here. So much so that I have to punish them at times for not getting their school work or chores done. I love having that problem. They are obviously in love with how cozy our area has become.
Even our cat, Lily, who never lays on the floor, is getting cozy later that same evening. I think we have a winner!
Do pin and share so others can know about this opportunity too!
Next, I am showing you how to create this rustic "hello Fall" sign to get your season started off right. HEAD HERE:
FACEBOOK | PINTEREST | INSTAGRAM | TWITTER
