Living Room Reveal

Happy Monday, Cottage Friends.

It's a peaceful fall day here in Texas. I was surprised to open the bedroom window this morning and feel a chill. It's 62 as a I write this, with an expected high of 78 degrees today. 

Lovely.

Since we last met I've been working on furnishing our living room. Between my work schedule and personal obligations, it's been slow going. I'm far enough along now, though, to give you a glimpse of my progress. 



All of the upholstered seating is from Pier 1; as is the area rug, the farmhouse console table that holds the TV, and the lamp and pillows. 



I'm so thankful to God for my Pier 1 job. With the great sales or my employee discount I've been able to put together a beautiful room. Of course, having an accomplished artist for a husband doesn't hurt either. His stunning artwork brings life to our home.



On my list of items needed to complete the living room is a lamp for the table between the two chairs, as well as more decorative accessories.



They're the icing on the cake and the piece of decorating that truly personalizes a room and makes it "yours".

Near the living room window, which is quite large, I've created what I call a "garden room". We've owned the wicker chairs for awhile. The bench is a new addition from Pier 1.



Since the front door opens up into this room, I wanted to create a separation so that guests don't walk right into the living room. I've always had a thing about that. I don't like it. Not sure why, but I just don't. So, I decided to create two "rooms".


Now when guests enter our home the first thing they see is this cozy, casual sitting area. It's a space where Dennis and I can sit, drink coffee, and enjoy the sunshine from the window. I've begun growing plants here and will continue to add more as time goes on. 

I'm not doing much in the way of fall decorating. Right now I need to budget my money for necessities, and get the basics. Seasonal decorating will come later when I have more disposable income. :)

I love my Pier 1 job, and have taken on more responsibility as a Sales Leader. Dennis is busy painting and connecting with other artists, so my job gives me the opportunity to get out of the house and meet people. I like that.

Hope you're enjoying the fall season. Thanks for stopping by.

Hugs,

Nancy