tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-7753991164004572883.post8288931323411965617..comments2023-09-29T05:16:07.394-04:00Comments on Debbiedoo's: OPINIONS pleeeeez!Debbiedooshttp://www.blogger.com/profile/18206855970605853635noreply@blogger.comBlogger78125tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-7753991164004572883.post-43903284199185120532010-09-18T08:48:41.679-04:002010-09-18T08:48:41.679-04:00Beautiful home from the photos you have been shari...Beautiful home from the photos you have been sharing! How awesome that you two met and are both from Buffalo.<br /><br />I love the big star...I do think a BIG mirror would be great... Such a large area, that it could handle larger pieces of decor on the mantel...color added...<br /><br />Can't wait to see what you two come up with :o)<br /><br />Blessings & Aloha!Personalized Sketches and Sentimentshttps://www.blogger.com/profile/10540064662050920859noreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-7753991164004572883.post-85054900756363559772010-09-16T01:01:17.801-04:002010-09-16T01:01:17.801-04:00I agree-more color. The first thing that strikes ...I agree-more color. The first thing that strikes me is that the fireplace seems a little overpowering due to the brick not blending into the home. How about brushing a light coat of yellow paint to compliment the rest of the walls in the home? A technique I have used for an imperfect paint job is to just use an old rag and brush over the surface. It gives sort of a muted appearance without being overly heavy or obvious. I also think the lamps are too small. Seems like she needs more of a statement piece. Never the less, what a gorgeous home!Jenna@Breathe Beautyhttps://www.blogger.com/profile/00193213368473992050noreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-7753991164004572883.post-5077367326968819762010-09-15T13:36:18.392-04:002010-09-15T13:36:18.392-04:00Just came across a February post (Living room reve...Just came across a February post (Living room reveal) on Funky Junk Interiors. Donna used a large chunky mantel. She made her's, it's a good visual to see what it could look like.KimberlyJhttps://www.blogger.com/profile/07508436345105772223noreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-7753991164004572883.post-68757227442189222982010-09-15T10:58:20.573-04:002010-09-15T10:58:20.573-04:00I am in total agreement with everyone who commente...I am in total agreement with everyone who commented that the mantle needs to be beefed up. A big chunky piece of distressed wood with corbels would be spectacular and be in line style wise with the stone. I look forward to seeing what you and your friend do.Lori @ Projects Plentyhttps://www.blogger.com/profile/11966968161905373260noreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-7753991164004572883.post-40228459734264359142010-09-14T17:45:08.856-04:002010-09-14T17:45:08.856-04:00What we're all talking about here is VISUAL WE...What we're all talking about here is VISUAL WEIGHT from a heavier mantle to heavier objects on it that don't blend in with the beautiful stone.<br />Keep us posted.Conniehttps://www.blogger.com/profile/08389071660570926013noreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-7753991164004572883.post-4863481976267880362010-09-14T14:17:52.040-04:002010-09-14T14:17:52.040-04:00I think she should look into having a wooden wrap ...I think she should look into having a wooden wrap around mantel built to go over the existing, wimpy, built in one. Dark wood would be really warm. Then add all kinds of levels with decorations. Nix the lamps and add in candlesticks and holders in different heights.<br /><br />bec@theiheartblogBechttps://www.blogger.com/profile/17259715328815553798noreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-7753991164004572883.post-90529880425686363502010-09-14T09:34:03.484-04:002010-09-14T09:34:03.484-04:00ps if she wants to keep the star you can bring you...ps if she wants to keep the star you can bring your magis paint can out mabey that pretty colonel red:)lindahttps://www.blogger.com/profile/12589044708194284503noreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-7753991164004572883.post-84895224692810886302010-09-14T09:28:34.152-04:002010-09-14T09:28:34.152-04:00lamps are way to small if she wants to stay in cou...lamps are way to small if she wants to stay in country mode i would get a very large colorful canvas the star just blends in to much .I would use a large candle stick with a colorful candle .You know how i love bird house and birds so i would keep themlindahttps://www.blogger.com/profile/12589044708194284503noreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-7753991164004572883.post-41150087990513862412010-09-14T09:25:08.490-04:002010-09-14T09:25:08.490-04:00it's nice....
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1. Install a larger Man...Options I would suggest.<br /><br />1. Install a larger Mantel & then paint the hearth a more dramatic color like the red that's in the little bird house.<br /><br />2. If a larger Mantel is not an option, paint it same color as newly painted hearth color.<br /><br />3. I love the star, but it blends in too much.<br /><br />4. I agree with the others.. there are two many small things on the mantel. The eye needs to see some height and dimension. <br /><br />5. How about adding some foliage?<br /><br />Just a few suggestions since honesty is what she's really looking for. GREAT bones though.. that fireplace is a real focal point in the room!Amy @ Keep'n The SunnySidehttps://www.blogger.com/profile/04819254988051322026noreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-7753991164004572883.post-36210488527889713122010-09-14T03:18:41.567-04:002010-09-14T03:18:41.567-04:00Years ago, I lived in a house with a similar firep...Years ago, I lived in a house with a similar fireplace. Paneling from the 70's, not stone like hers. It it was the same floor to ceiling dark type feel, so I know how hard it is to work with that.<br /><br />I agree that the fireplace needs some work. It seems a bit mismatched to me. <br /><br />First thing I'd do is ditch the lamps. I like them, but lamps don't belong on a mantel. Those look a little fancy on a rustic type fireplace too. If she has a sofa table or accent tables, move the lamps there.<br /><br />I like the star, but it blends in too much with the colors of the stones. If she wants to keep it above the mantel, I'd paint it. Try that red color in the accent pillows on the sofa. However, I like the metal as it is, so I'd find a wall space to move that to. That empty spot on the stair landing might be nice. <br /><br />Then I'd get a large vertical picture or several smaller pictures stacked on top of each other to play up the vertical height and take up some of that blank space. These pictures would hide some of the stone too. I like the stone, but having so much of the same material can be a bit too much. <br /><br />I'd stick with natural or rustic accessories as she's doing now. For me, the problem is that everything is pretty much the same small scale and all vertical.<br /><br />Maybe go to HomeGoods or TJMaxx and get a pair of pottery pieces in that red shade to flank each side of the mantel. Candles would be nice too. Or if she wants to keep with the rustic theme, get some larger birdhouses to mix in what she already has. Then maybe get some greenery or a floral arrangement that hangs down and drapes over the mantel edge just to give it some softeness.<br /><br />One thing I also notice is that the bottom of the fireplace is pretty bare, so your eye is drawn up high and stays there. It was hard to even notice all the other great stuff like the couches and other accents in the room. I'd pull the eye down by adding some accessories like a large basket with a throw and some magazines or something on the other side of the fireplace. I don't know how often she uses the fireplace, but a basket with lightweight accessories isn't hard to pull out of the way for safety's sake if needed. <br /><br />Tell her not to listen to you about the tree. :) I like that she has something tall to balance out the height of the fireplace and add some soften to the room. And like her, I'd much rather see a tree than electric cords. I'd keep that where it is.<br /><br />Overall, I think her decorating is really nice. The small accessories are just lost in that room. If she goes big and more dramatic, I think that will make a huge difference.Anonymoushttps://www.blogger.com/profile/07355964629556443461noreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-7753991164004572883.post-35948287271854312212010-09-14T03:09:57.023-04:002010-09-14T03:09:57.023-04:00Hi Debb, although I am bit late to suggest anythin...Hi Debb, although I am bit late to suggest anything but I was very busy with some home affairs...<br />FP is really nice itself but with decorating ideas its tough I think, its stony image is difficult to handle, first I think she should add colours, bold colours that die down a bit of a hardy image... And what she has now on the mental are small items something much bigger than now. Because the over all look of FP is huge, large and with a mascline touch, in my opinion she decor it that gives the place a bit softer touch.. Star which hangs , is also merged with the over all colour scheme of FP, may be a different paint enhance it more.. <br />I am waiting for the end result Debb...LoveFarahhttps://www.blogger.com/profile/00074781218736494739noreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-7753991164004572883.post-69608148519402898082010-09-14T03:01:35.717-04:002010-09-14T03:01:35.717-04:00My first thought is that the actual mantel is way ...My first thought is that the actual mantel is way too small for this fireplace and that is what is causing the problem. I would beef it up by building a box of wood to cover it. I think I would do a rough wood look...even though that is not my style at all. But you could build one with pretty moldings too.<br /><br />I'd paint the star chippy white or put a large mirror there. I'd get rid of the lamps. And use a few larger elements that would change of course with the seasons. I love the stone work. I think this is a very beautiful fireplace....it's just that mantel....too skinny.<br /><br />I'd get rid of the plant. I'm not a fan of fake plants at all. <br /><br />Can't wait to see the do over.Nita Stacyhttps://www.blogger.com/profile/13833196166679983378noreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-7753991164004572883.post-38270640832382424682010-09-14T02:12:33.101-04:002010-09-14T02:12:33.101-04:00I think the star should be white. Maybe a crackle ...I think the star should be white. Maybe a crackle effect? I am a big Texas star decor gal. The star should stand alone. But I like the bird house...Anonymoushttps://www.blogger.com/profile/12394694667696215165noreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-7753991164004572883.post-12322580125917180402010-09-14T00:58:12.379-04:002010-09-14T00:58:12.379-04:00It is hard to see the things she used on the firep...It is hard to see the things she used on the fireplace because there isn't enough contrast between the stone and the objects. If the star was painted white, a light color, or maybe even red it would pop. Or put a mirror or light colored artwork/canvas behind everything to give them a light color to show up on.<br /><br />Also, I'd love to see her mantle itself beefed up. It is pretty skinny for a massive wall of stone. I think the decor looks nice, it just doesn't show up.<br /><br />Brittany<br /><a href="http://www.prettyhandygirl.com" rel="nofollow"> http://www.prettyhandygirl.com </a>- Brittany aka Pretty Handy Girlhttps://www.blogger.com/profile/16635342894835812757noreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-7753991164004572883.post-28893173903846499972010-09-14T00:43:41.001-04:002010-09-14T00:43:41.001-04:00Okay, my two cents: I think the problem is with th...Okay, my two cents: I think the problem is with the mantel itself. The proportion is off compared to the mass of the fireplace and the rock wall. It would balance better (in my opinion!!) if it were beefier. A handyman could build up a new, similar but thicker box type stucture around the existing mantel - to give more visual weight. (it could be clean lined and modern, or classic and traditional). Then, a few well chosen, larger accessories that relate to each other in some way, grouped together in 3's or 5's, would be more pleasing to the eye. At least, that's how I would approach the project. It's basically a gorgeous fireplace that just needs a little oomph!<br />Good luck!<br />xo<br />Heidi - Heart and HomeHeidihttps://www.blogger.com/profile/02110069352501712487noreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-7753991164004572883.post-84638352642172834842010-09-14T00:41:51.401-04:002010-09-14T00:41:51.401-04:00Well Debbie, Im a Jersey girl so you know I got an...Well Debbie, Im a Jersey girl so you know I got an opinion!<br /><br />The fireplace is beautiful...love the stone. However I dont know the budget but if possible I would bulk up the mantle...its not the right scale for that big stone centerpiece. It should go all the way across and be chunky..<br /><br />The lamps do not suit this fireplace at all. I would do either a large mirror with chunky candlesticks in a black iron or pottery in maybe rust color.<br /><br />Or.....paint that beautiful star a red or rust tone(it looks like she has some of that going on in the sofa pillow and also the valance in the kitchen. And then accessorize with some metals.<br /><br />I would also add some accessories down below. Maybe a basket or some iron pieces. <br /><br />I gotta agree with you on the ficus, not a fan either. How about a nice piece to hold wood to give it that authentic look. Maybe some signage above that on the wall to tie into the star rustic theme.<br /><br />Cant wait to see what you do.MJhttps://www.blogger.com/profile/03944580541689529669noreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-7753991164004572883.post-72937058554236313082010-09-14T00:02:10.522-04:002010-09-14T00:02:10.522-04:00What a lovely fireplace! I agree with others than...What a lovely fireplace! I agree with others than the mantle is too small, as are the accessories. The star blends in with the stone- look how the red birdhouse stands out- if the star was painted red or black it would definitely stand out more, too. A large colorful piece of art could also work well there! With such rustic stone, I think the accessories need weight and substance- like large black iron pieces, etc.Linda @ Itsy Bits And Pieceshttps://www.blogger.com/profile/12090973681675943970noreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-7753991164004572883.post-49338177957655452322010-09-13T23:32:57.423-04:002010-09-13T23:32:57.423-04:00Hi Debbie- Fun project! I definitely would get ri...Hi Debbie- Fun project! I definitely would get rid of the lamps and the black vase. It looks to me like the mantle and hearth are made of a bluestone? They are unique and I don't see how you could change the look of that without a great deal of work. How about a clay pot turned upside down with the red birdhouse set on top and the little one set next to it....try a couple of painted large candlesticks. I have made the assumption that the star is staying, so I'm looking at it from that point of view and trying to work with what you have already and adding some fixes! Have fun! LizLizabethhttps://www.blogger.com/profile/15375091482164484893noreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-7753991164004572883.post-13498373944865082762010-09-13T22:11:02.227-04:002010-09-13T22:11:02.227-04:00I only read about half of the other comments....bu...I only read about half of the other comments....but, there NEEDS to be a much larger and thicker mantel...Then fill it with larger items...in contrasting colors. JMHO Rhondaafistfullofweeds*https://www.blogger.com/profile/15279877142511432091noreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-7753991164004572883.post-3188870014158845692010-09-13T21:43:35.282-04:002010-09-13T21:43:35.282-04:00I think the comments you have gotten are great. I ...I think the comments you have gotten are great. I have no decorating ability That's why I love blogs so I can learn from the ones that do! I hope you post photo's of what she does to change things! <br />Have a pretty day! <br />KristinBring Pretty Backhttps://www.blogger.com/profile/11809961135225963623noreply@blogger.com