I finally figured out what to do above the mantle – that’s right, enormous chalkboard! This is the huge piece of MDF that Kent bought for me for my DIY aquaboard project. I didn’t like how the painting was turning out and I really didn’t want to commit to a single piece of art. And, this room is pretty neutral and monochromatic, so all the paintings I liked had lots of color, which I didn’t really want in here. So, I bought some chalkboard paint and . . . big, black chalkboard + bible verses that I can change on a whim = an inexpensive win, win!
I am still displaying the eucharisteo banner because, well, I still need the reminder. I added a some pom-poms for a little (quick, easy, and free!) pep.
Here’s a shot of the north wall with the French doors that lead to the non-deck. And, you can see the brown ottomans flanking the fireplace – we use them for toy storage, but they double as extra seating (moved forward in front of the fireplace) when we have a crowd over.
I’d still like to move the Queen Anne chair and ottoman up to our bedroom and get a neutral chair in here that doesn’t need to be covered in a sheet.
Something like this:
But I’m waiting for the green light from the hubster. =)
You can see where we started with this room HERE.
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