tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-12364613.post3722955066713384406..comments2024-02-02T07:13:37.313-06:00Comments on Like Merchant Ships: Nursery decorating, part 3Unknownnoreply@blogger.comBlogger58125tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-12364613.post-89779974394975014992008-07-19T07:52:00.000-05:002008-07-19T07:52:00.000-05:00I'd paint it some sagey shade of green or a color ...I'd paint it some sagey shade of green or a color to match your nursery.I actually have a similar one in gold shiny metal finish but it's in my dining room. I'd put tiny white shades so I could use the energy saving light bulbs. You could trim the shades with green and pink ribbons or you could put some sort of stickers on them.I think tiny anaimal stickers would be cute,Anonymousnoreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-12364613.post-2533791398516393462008-07-18T17:51:00.000-05:002008-07-18T17:51:00.000-05:00Meredith,I just found a shop online (via Romantic ...Meredith,<BR/>I just found a shop online (via Romantic Cottage) called Lavender Fields . Readers who like your color palette will enjoy the finishes they use and they are having a great contest . Post a picture of the bedroom you want redecorated , and the bedroom that everyone choses wins a complete Pine Cone Hill bedding ensemble . WOW !!!Kellyhttps://www.blogger.com/profile/12583367840049774793noreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-12364613.post-48571734785841819082008-07-18T12:13:00.000-05:002008-07-18T12:13:00.000-05:00What a beautiful room! the chandelier was quite a...What a beautiful room! the chandelier was quite a find, you do have a gift and an eye for finding treasures. I would consider leaving it white and adding shades in any of the colors you are using since they blend so nicely together. What about adding some crystals on each arm? you can buy ones that have a very small magnet that just sticks them on--or just make them yourself with some recycled crystals and add the small magnetic jewelry clasps that you buy at the craft store the light shining through crystals makes great rainbows to entertain the little ones lacking a chandelier -- I hug some on the window in my sons room when he was a little one he loved following the rainbows!Anonymousnoreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-12364613.post-20082513500666760832008-07-18T10:20:00.000-05:002008-07-18T10:20:00.000-05:00If you go to the blog "My Romantic Home", she just...If you go to the blog "My Romantic Home", she just refurbished a chandelier! Love the photos of her home. She was recently chosen and filmed for a show on HGTV.Anonymousnoreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-12364613.post-24844041650964476472008-07-18T07:47:00.000-05:002008-07-18T07:47:00.000-05:00It is a very pretty little girl's room but I am an...It is a very pretty little girl's room but I am anxious to see the boy nursery section. I know the baby won't care how feminine his surroundings are, but I'm sure you have something boyish planned for his corner of the room. Can't wait to see how you incorporate the decors for boy and girl. Because they are sharing, I definitely would not "frill" up the chandelier if you are using it in this room.Anonymousnoreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-12364613.post-71710753410374327412008-07-18T02:39:00.000-05:002008-07-18T02:39:00.000-05:00haven't popped over in ages...and so glad i did......haven't popped over in ages...and so glad i did...i LOVE the look and LOVE the little chandelier. i'd say - leave it and add some dainty ribbon bows.Lylah Lednerhttps://www.blogger.com/profile/04436702227303638509noreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-12364613.post-70675665581191893002008-07-18T01:21:00.000-05:002008-07-18T01:21:00.000-05:00this is my first time commenting but i just had to...this is my first time commenting but i just had to tell you that i love the pink & green toille and beautiful daybed and dresser! cute finds too on the chandelier and little kitchen~this is totally my kind of style! love it!!! thank you for sharing, LizAnonymousnoreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-12364613.post-8843256178410142762008-07-17T23:06:00.000-05:002008-07-17T23:06:00.000-05:00Some pretty pastel gingham shades . With rick rack...Some pretty pastel gingham shades . With rick rack trim around the edges .<BR/> I also use water color pencils to draw designs on plain white shades that compliment the patterns and colors used in the room. If you can not draw you could transfer designs or images . <BR/> I like your dove , lovebird lamp it is very whimsical and fits the english garden style of your daughter and infants room . <BR/>The room feels very soothing.Kellyhttps://www.blogger.com/profile/12583367840049774793noreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-12364613.post-43095150505451855102008-07-17T22:25:00.000-05:002008-07-17T22:25:00.000-05:0099 cents?!?! Wow, you find the best deals!!Elise99 cents?!?! Wow, you find the best deals!!<BR/>EliseElisehttps://www.blogger.com/profile/00669663704444452161noreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-12364613.post-12681661593524669712008-07-17T21:34:00.000-05:002008-07-17T21:34:00.000-05:00The chandelier is exquisite in white. don't paint ...The chandelier is exquisite in white. don't paint it!<BR/><BR/>I would add colored shades only if the bulbs are too bright. If you use the frosted ones, like it appears to have in the front, you wouldn't need shades.Anonymousnoreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-12364613.post-80470067561415447302008-07-17T21:03:00.000-05:002008-07-17T21:03:00.000-05:00I didn't read all of the comments, so this might b...I didn't read all of the comments, so this might be repetitive, but I think it would look beautiful with green toile (matching the baby bed skirt) shades. I don't think it needs any paint--looks fine!<BR/>:)Anonymousnoreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-12364613.post-27673510840498195252008-07-17T20:28:00.000-05:002008-07-17T20:28:00.000-05:00The room is lovely! I think the lamp that your hu...The room is lovely! I think the lamp that your hubby does not care for has found a wonderful home! The chandelier is a great find. The best part is, whatever you choose to do with it now, can always be revamped later when tastes and needs change. It is a great addition!Suehttps://www.blogger.com/profile/10000398857513752852noreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-12364613.post-71550792712788477902008-07-17T18:55:00.000-05:002008-07-17T18:55:00.000-05:00OK, I want this room for myself! You are awesome!OK, I want this room for myself! You are awesome!Janehttps://www.blogger.com/profile/04764437077561164662noreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-12364613.post-67728026753299581002008-07-17T18:50:00.000-05:002008-07-17T18:50:00.000-05:00I didn't read all of the posts but paint white aga...I didn't read all of the posts but paint white again if needed . What about some of the pink toile trimmed in green braid, ribbon or tassels or maybe even a green stripe with coordinating trim on the shades. The room is beautiful. You have such a better selection of thrift items in your area than we do. You are doing a fantastic job on the nursery!Empty Nest Full Lifehttps://www.blogger.com/profile/01614775825338921445noreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-12364613.post-30751609514988275012008-07-17T17:48:00.000-05:002008-07-17T17:48:00.000-05:00I would repaint it a richer white and then add sha...I would repaint it a richer white and then add shades, pink or green and glue light feathery material, like boa feathers or little pom-pom balls the same color as the shade. Glue this to the bottom of the shade. Trust me I saw this in a little girls room in a very stylish wealthy home and it was amazing.Anonymousnoreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-12364613.post-58495778120303051592008-07-17T17:38:00.000-05:002008-07-17T17:38:00.000-05:00I just had to tell you how much I love your nurser...I just had to tell you how much I love your nursery decorating! I like the bird lamp! :) I think the nursery is adorable. <BR/><BR/>I follow your blog, and just wanted to tell you how much I enjoy it. I am a frugal, thrift store shopper too, and we do just fine!<BR/><BR/>I always appreciate what you share.<BR/><BR/>LynnLynn Hastyhttps://www.blogger.com/profile/16367660287680792496noreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-12364613.post-1777957679829912702008-07-17T17:02:00.000-05:002008-07-17T17:02:00.000-05:00Wow. Only you get 99 cent chandeliers. I love it. ...Wow. Only you get 99 cent chandeliers. I love it. I think my deals are good until I see what you find. That's not a complaint. :)<BR/><BR/>I would go with shades. That will make it easy to change for future use. I've successfully gotten those thrifting for 50 cents a piece - they are kind of pricy at the regular store.Anonymousnoreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-12364613.post-9518214335476748462008-07-17T15:41:00.000-05:002008-07-17T15:41:00.000-05:00Oh Meredith,You've done it again..hooray for your ...Oh Meredith,<BR/>You've done it again..hooray for your resourcefulness, talent and panache! Regarding the chandelier, how about frosted bulbs on a dimmer switch, wrap the 'arms' with some strips of tulle, and adorn with pink crystals. Just remove the tulle and hand wash as added...low maintainence here! I avoid choosing things that are too fussy to clean. Want to play with the babies and streamline that process. *grin* Whatever you decide it will be great. <BR/>Sending admiration from the MN branch of your fan club. :-)<BR/>JenAnonymousnoreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-12364613.post-36027926167510087922008-07-17T15:21:00.000-05:002008-07-17T15:21:00.000-05:00I would use green and white shades, and leave the ...I would use green and white shades, and leave the chandelier white. I wouldn't use pink, or make it feminine for baby boy's sake.nancyrhttps://www.blogger.com/profile/03607720003538273566noreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-12364613.post-14590405523518111592008-07-17T14:50:00.000-05:002008-07-17T14:50:00.000-05:00How about draping a garland of crystal beads aroun...How about draping a garland of crystal beads around it? That might look good, but it really is pretty as is.<BR/><BR/>Theresa<BR/>Stress-FreeParent.blogspot.comTheresa Schultzhttps://www.blogger.com/profile/13838016075981262051noreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-12364613.post-25203861335436729142008-07-17T14:35:00.000-05:002008-07-17T14:35:00.000-05:00Thanks for all the picture of your nursery! Everyt...Thanks for all the picture of your nursery! Everything is beautiful and it has given me a few ideas for my little one's nursery too! Have fun nesting:)Mrs. Lhttps://www.blogger.com/profile/05912991698388876915noreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-12364613.post-28387584590704841542008-07-17T13:34:00.000-05:002008-07-17T13:34:00.000-05:00I like the colored shades idea simply because they...I like the colored shades idea simply because they'll look cute and diffuse the light, making it warmer instead of just stark naked bulbs shining brilliantly in an otherwise lovely and calming room.<BR/><BR/>How big is the room? My nursery is ridiculously tiny (yet it has a walk-in closet...go figure.) You have inspired me to think about redecorating. In fact, the walk-in closet is large enough to turn into a tiny nursery...if it had a window.Katehttps://www.blogger.com/profile/05961614872895512970noreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-12364613.post-13285452931481891112008-07-17T13:28:00.000-05:002008-07-17T13:28:00.000-05:00I'd leave it white and look for some shades that h...I'd leave it white and look for some shades that have beading on them in clear or green. That way it would work for "itty bitty" (so cute!) or your daughter.Nancyhttps://www.blogger.com/profile/10282795765966618930noreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-12364613.post-10835220101852092172008-07-17T13:04:00.000-05:002008-07-17T13:04:00.000-05:00Lovely chandelier. I would like to have one like ...Lovely chandelier. I would like to have one like that for Little's room. Maybe you could do pink shades with green ribbon trim or pink and green striped shades. Looking forward to seeing how you dress it up.Jana @sidetrackdhttps://www.blogger.com/profile/15510338021937712891noreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-12364613.post-72616205204805148622008-07-17T12:49:00.000-05:002008-07-17T12:49:00.000-05:00Great deal on the chandelier! It looks good as it...Great deal on the chandelier! It looks good as it but if you want to spruce it up I'd put some sage shades on it (be neat if you could find the toile pattern that's on the cribskirt).Michellehttps://www.blogger.com/profile/14475526372267284324noreply@blogger.com