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Tuesday, January 15, 2013

new year resolution & my dressing table finished...

Every new year I make some sort of new year's resolution.. and not long after it's totally forgotten about.
So this year I'm still making a new year's resolution and I'm going to try my damn hardest to stick to it!

So what is it? you may ask.. well it's actually something I read on Houzz.com
....... to follow your heart.... not trends, when it comes to decorating.

So this year I'm not going to waste time worrying if this style goes with that style.. or if this goes with that etc...etc...etc...!  Nope, THIS year if I like it...and it MAKES ME SMILE ... then it's good enough for me!

and THAT is why I ended up painting my dressing table pink! I followed my heart and I'm so glad I did...


I added the applique's either side and painted them gold with a little white wash over the top to match the handles (which I think I've put on upside down!) I think gold and pink look so pretty together and gives it more of a grown up feel...
please excuse the reflection of my wardrobe.. we still have to put doors on that..

I had purchased this little silver set to resell but I think it's definately a keeper  now!
well that's it..not for everyone but I just love it and it's the first thing I see every morning.... this is just the start of my bedroom makeover so I'll post about it as I go as it may take a while.
take care, maryann
ps.. if you scroll down you'll see the before!

16 comments:

Sissie's Shabby Cottage said...

I'm glad that you followed your heart. This is the prettiest dresser ever. Love the pink and the accented appliques.

hugs
Sissie

Tanza said...

Hi Sweetie !!
GOSH !!! It's been a L O N G time since I've been around, BUT, saw you, and had to see what you've been up too !!! I LOVE LOVE LOVE what you have done !! I'm sooo happy you went with your heart wishes !!! I think that's what made me go away from blogging !!! EVERYTHING changes, and NOT so what I am into anymore !! Now, YOU just made my day !! I'm STILL a PiNk lovin' everything girlie kinda girl !! And, soo could put this in my room !! Would go PERFECTLY !!! SCREAMS feminine, girly, and everything romantic !! Over the top beautiful my friend !!

Keep sharing what you do, and thank-you soo much for staying and sharing from your heart !! Can never go wrong when you stay with what makes our hearts sing, and, NOT having to do what everybody else is doing ... Stay PINK my friend ... I'll be checking in again soon ...

Have a glorious, FuN day ~Tanza~ xo

Trisha said...

I thinkn it is so perfect in pink! And the gold and pink together are dreamy!

~Trisha

Mari said...

You did right to follow your heart, your vanity turned out beautiful, I'm a pink girl at heart so this vanity speaks to my lil' ole heart....lol

Smiles~
Mari

My Cozy Casita said...

So beautiful I love the Victoria look so romantic some time is good to follow your heart.
XO
Isora

Shannon @ A Cozy Place Called Home said...

I am so glad you followed your heart because this turned out beautifully. I adore the color pink in decorating and fashion. I have a quilt like the pretty floral one on your bed. I love mine and yours looks lovely with everything in your room. You have a very nice blog. Shannon

Jennifer @ Town and Country Living said...

So very pretty and feminine!!

andrea@townandprairie said...

This is beautiful! I have one in my garage that I plan on redoing for my daughter this spring...also in pink...but I still am so far away from doing it...need warmer weather, more time, etc. Still in winter doldrums here!

Karie said...

Absolutely gorgeous. I love the pink dresser, it is beautiful. I agree go with your heart. Your home is beautiful. Thanks for inspiring and sharing. Karie

Vickie @ Ranger 911 said...

I've got a similar vanity (not quite as pretty as yours) and never thought of painting it pink. It's SO sweet!

J9sHappiness said...

Oh I abolutely love your makeover - I adore the pastel shades and that is such a pretty pink!! I completely agree - go with what YOU love and it will make your heart sing! Over the past few years I've followed my heart rather than 'practical or cheap' purchases and haven't looked back!! Lovely, J9 x

Kathy @ Sweet Up-North Mornings... said...

perfectly pinkalicious!!!!

Penny @ Penny's Vintage Home said...

Just gorgeous and my favorite color! Hugs, Penny

Denise Marie said...

U did such a great job. I can't imagine it any other color!

Bonnie@ The Hopeless Romantic said...

Ur designs and makeovers have always been my taste and one of my favorites..Im in love with the vanity dresser. The pink is so soft and delicate and compliments the quilt quite nicely..And the little silver brushes are precious..U definately have a flair for the romantic, hope this comment finds u well my friend.............Bonnie

Brenda ~ The Heminger Farmhouse said...

OMG!!! I absolutely LOVE what you've done with your dressing table! I saw the post with the before pics, and now with it all painted up pink....Beautiful!!

Warmest hugs, Brenda

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