Makely

Today is Day 20 of a 31 day series on creating and cultivating an eclectic home.  For some crazy reason, I have accepted The Nester’s challenge to write on the same theme every day for the month of October.  This may end up killing me.  Or you.  But, I appreciate you reading and welcome your comments.

Regardless of your eclectic style mix, I am confident that every home could use a brightly painted chair with a funky fabric.  You will need to choose a chair style that fits into your style, but a little paint and a staple gun will transform a dated beauty into a work of art.

Via Etsy

I’ve just finished a great chair in my favorite shocking yellow and a fun geometric fabric.  Next week, we’ll talk about how I made the transformation, step-by-step.

Until then, you have a mission.  Grab an extra chair from your garage.  Stop by an estate sale this weekend.  Hit up the thrift stores on Saturday.  Find a chair that fits into your eclectic style mix and get ready to add some color to your life.  To make it easier, look for one that only has an upholstered seat (and maybe back).  Chairs with removeable upholstered cushions will add an extra degree of difficulty.

What color will you paint your chair?  Think boldly!

Today is Day 19 of a 31 day series on creating and cultivating an eclectic home.  For some crazy reason, I have accepted The Nester’s challenge to write on the same theme every day for the month of October.  This may end up killing me.  Or you.  But, I appreciate you reading and welcome your comments.

One of my favorite parts about putting together an eclectic room is that it is so easy to add an element of surprise.  I love that someone can walk into my home and be delightfully shocked by something fun I have placed in a room.  I think that every eclectic home is well served by a few whimsical surprises, be they an old piece repurposed in a fun way or something that’s new and creative.

In the last month, the favorite in my home has been the real drum shade pendant.  It’s great to see the look on someone’s face when they go from thinking it’s an interesting light fixture to actually realizing that it’s made from a drum.

I also love hearing the squeals of delight, from children and adults alike, when my son escorts them into his bedroom.

The question, “Is that a dead tree in your entry way?” is always a good one, too.

I have two small but fun surprises that I’m working on for my bedroom right now.  What surprises would I find if I walked into your home?