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Living Room Makeover

October 11, 2013 by Angie 31 Comments

As the weather cools down and changes to Fall, I suddenly realized our living room was looking a little tired, so I decided to refresh it with some color and added coziness as we will soon be spending many cold winter days inside. I decided that this makeover would include some vibrant new pillows, an area rug and a few new accessories.
 The first thing I looked to for some inspiration for this makeover were some new pillows. Our existing throw pillows had certainly seen better days, so it was time for a new look.

 I really wanted a bright and cheerful look to carry us through the gray days of winter, so I chose a mix of patterns that ‘talk’ to each other but don’t necessarily match.

I also found a nail-trimmed orange tray that became the perfect pop of color for the coffee table.
I spray-painted the coffee table white to help lighten the room.
However, I am thinking of changing the color again from white to something else…cause I’m a tweak freak like that!
{I am thinking a nice turquoise. What do you think?}
The crowing glory to the whole space is our brand new area rug.
I have been searching for 8 long years for a rug that fit both my love of stylish trends AND our budget.
I finally found what I was looking for at O.com in this beautiful hand-hooked trellis rug!
This lovely rug comes in 12 colors, and after careful consideration, I chose navy for our living room because I thought navy would work the best for color in the room while also handling the heavy traffic that this room gets.
 
I love how it pulls our living room together and lends a wonderful style to a room that is sometimes overwhelmed by dark brown sofas.
This beautiful rug is warm and cozy and is the perfect piece for this room.
It’s also very easy to care for with just a quick vacuum.
And imagine my surprise when this issue of HGTV magazine arrived and…
…this exact rug was named as a designer’s favorite rug.
Seriously, if you need an affordable wool rug for any space in your home, this rug is a great choice, and how could you go wrong with 12 colors to choose from?
My rug also came in less than a week and arrived on my doorstep in perfect shape.
If you haven’t hear of O.com….it’s an online discount retailer  that sells a broad range of products including furniture, rugs, bedding, electronics, clothing, jewelry and cars.
If you have never visited O.com, go over and have a visit!
Here is just a sampling of what O.com has for Halloween:
You never know…you might find just the thing you are looking for at an affordable price!
 
 
Disclosure: A special thank you to O.com for providing this rug for purposes of review. However, all opinions are my own. 

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  1. Alli says

    October 10, 2013 at 6:03 am

    What a difference changing the colour of the table made. It brightened the space right up. I am in love with the trellis rug, it's on my home wish list. If I could, I would take one in each colour. Your living room is beautiful, it looks like it is going to be a bright spot during the winter blahs.

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  2. Student Mommy says

    October 10, 2013 at 6:05 am

    I would love to live in America/ Canada… here the online shopping is not nearly as advanced. Which is probably a good thing for my credit card…

    Reply
  3. Dining Delight says

    October 10, 2013 at 6:14 am

    Your living room looks lively and inviting – perfect for enjoying during our long Canadian winters! Great rug, thanks for the info on O.com.

    DD

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  4. Kathy @ Creative Home Expressions says

    October 10, 2013 at 1:00 pm

    Very colorful, Angie! I'm sure this will help get you through those gray, snowy times. : ) I was just at the overstock site yesterday looking for a new quilt for our new bed. Thankfully, I found one in a King size that wasn't crazy expensive.

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  5. the cape on the corner says

    October 10, 2013 at 2:42 pm

    love how colorful your room is now. those scallop pillows are my fave, I think.

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  6. Rustown Mom says

    October 10, 2013 at 2:48 pm

    All of it looks super cute. I think the table in white is great – lightens up the space. Nice pillows! And the rug looks great, too. Come decorate my living room, pretty please?

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  7. Leslie says

    October 10, 2013 at 2:51 pm

    Your bright room is inspiring! I love every choice you made, especially the fabulous rug!
    Blessings,
    Leslie

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  8. carol jane says

    October 10, 2013 at 8:37 pm

    I love how pretty and cheerful your room looks.My family room is sooooo blah. Not sure what to do with it. I have boring carpet, white walls, worn out furniture. Sigh! i love bright and cheery. Cottage charm cheery. You have given me a lot of awesome ideas!!!!

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  9. Rhonda says

    October 11, 2013 at 1:18 am

    Come visit us at http://obsessiveandcreative.blogspot.com/2013/10/craft-frenzy-friday-8.html
    We are having a party and it won't be the same without your creativity!
    Craft Frenzy Friday!

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  10. Amy says

    October 11, 2013 at 1:22 am

    UH OH! I have to go buy that rug now! LOVE it!

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  11. Genuine says

    October 11, 2013 at 2:45 am

    The look definitely looks happier, but more like spring…I prefer to make the home look like fall colors and then like Christmas colors…any thoughts on that?

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  12. Multi-Testing Mommy says

    October 11, 2013 at 1:31 pm

    I'm loving the bright and fun colours!

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  13. Alison Burtt says

    October 11, 2013 at 1:59 pm

    Love your orange tray! ~Ali from Pies & Puggles

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  14. Yvonne Urra-Bazain says

    October 12, 2013 at 11:12 am

    I think teal would work very well in your space. It would tie the shades of teal in your pillows together, too! =D Visiting from Remodelaholic.
    Yvonne @ Sunnyside Up-stairs

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  15. Deanne Langford says

    October 14, 2013 at 1:49 am

    the bright cushions look fabulous!

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  16. Allison @ dreamalittlebigger.com says

    October 14, 2013 at 7:48 pm

    Everything pulls together so well. I especially love that white table… I get such grief for painting over wood and I love to see when others do it, too (and it always looks amazing 🙂 I'd love if you'd link to my new party, Link It or Lump It – http://www.dreamalittlebigger.com/post/link-party-9.html

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  17. חתולי8 says

    October 15, 2013 at 10:15 pm

    I love makeovers!!
    the table is nicer in it's new color. and your livingroom is beautiful 🙂
    ♥Lior

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  18. Grace @ Sense and Simplicity says

    October 16, 2013 at 3:01 am

    I love the makeover. Your new rug is great and the white coffee table looks so nice and bright with the rug. Are your drapes yellow? I could see your coffee table yellow more than turquoise because of the navy, although I think white is your best choice.

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  19. Katie @ Creatively Living says

    October 18, 2013 at 5:18 am

    Love, love, love it! So fun and so colorful. Thanks for linking it up at Monday Funday!

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  20. Katie says

    October 19, 2013 at 4:36 pm

    I love all the bright happy colors! Your space looks great! I'm dying over that scalloped pillow – where did you find it?

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  21. Ismail N says

    October 23, 2013 at 2:51 am

    I have dark brown sofas too, and I really didn't know how to brighten our living room. Now I have ideas! Thanks for sharing! 😀

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  22. Melanie says

    October 30, 2013 at 1:27 am

    I love the bright colors you have added to your living room, especially the orange tray. I would leave the coffee table white though, since you have the new blue and white rug. Turquoise with navy would be a bit much, especially with all the accent colors. Have a wonderful day!

    Reply
  23. Katie Knight says

    November 25, 2013 at 12:29 am

    I am follower number 1995. Only 5 more people and you hit 2000. Congrats!!!!

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  24. Katie Knight says

    November 25, 2013 at 12:33 am

    I think your ideas are beautiful! I'm "Thankful" to have found our blog. Happy Thanksgiving!

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  25. Laura says

    November 25, 2013 at 12:34 am

    So thankful to have found your blog! I'm follower #1996! Just 4 more!!
    Laura
    Peace, Love, and First Grade

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  26. Tamara Russell says

    November 25, 2013 at 12:37 am

    What a neat blog you have! 😉 So glad to be follower 1997! 😉
    XOXO,
    Tamara

    Mrs.Russell's Room
    First Grade

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  27. Faith Wheeler says

    November 25, 2013 at 12:43 am

    Your blog is really cute! I'm follower #1998! 🙂
    Faith 🙂

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  28. Leigh Langton says

    November 25, 2013 at 12:45 am

    Lovin' your blog and ideas! I'm follower #1999! ONE MORE! 🙂

    Leigh
    The Applicious Teacher

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  29. Anna DiGilio says

    November 25, 2013 at 1:00 am

    YAY!!!!!! I am lucky follower number 2000!!!!! What a wonderful blog you have here! Yippeeee for 2000 followers!!!

    Hugs
    Anna
    http://www.SimplySkilledinSecond.blogspot.com

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  30. Leslie Hamlin says

    November 25, 2013 at 1:12 am

    Hello, my fellow Canadian! I am your newest follower #2001 (good year! haha!) and I think I am in love with you and your ideas!!! I love decorating and making our home cozy and warm!!! Can't wait to see your next project!

    Leslie
    First Grade and Flip Flops

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  31. Growing Firsties says

    November 25, 2013 at 2:09 am

    Woohoo! Happy to be #2002!!!

    LOVE the serious cheer and playfulness in your living room update!!!!

    Growing Firsties

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