Friday, December 31, 2010

Home Depot and Chandeliers

I just don't fit in Home Depot. If you're a woman and like Home Depot, bless your heart. Maybe it's just the Home Depot here. I feel like a lost puppy in that place. That could be for many reasons. The main reason being, I really have no clue. I also hate the whole "elevator eyes" thing. These men just stare at you. I thought it was because they're probably wondering "what in the world is someone like that doing in Home Depot?", but I started dressing ugly and acting like I knew what I was doing (thanks to researching what I was looking for, beforehand) and they still stare. Now, I say "ugly" because the first couple times I ventured into Home Depot, I was wearing 4 inch knee boots, the other time 4 inch stilettos (it was after church, ok?). I don't make a habit of getting fancied up and taking a trip to the local Home Depot. As entertaining, as that may seem. I have to say, I was pretty proud of myself today. I got in and out without many stares and I even impressed the paint lady with what kind of paint I wanted. You see, you just have to slip in a few key words, and you look like a pro.


I say, I was proud of myself, but truthfully speaking, I was extremely intimidated by my adventure today. I mean, c'mon! And this was just the Disney wall!


I thought I knew the exact shade I wanted. I had "tea rose" all ready to choose, but they didn't have that shade. I was very disappointed. I had my hopes on "tea rose". So, I had to go through the whole "choosing just the right shade of pink" phase again. I'm so picky about pink and alot of times (this I know, about paint) the shade on that lil' card swatch is NOT what shows up when you take a brush to it. So, I was a lil' panicky. I mean, this is my studio that I'm super excited about and I don't want the wrong shade of pink that will make people want to throw up. It took me forever. I had my phone with the "tea rose" picture, trying to match it. I looked like a complete dork. But, I found the shade. And honestly, I like it even better. It's called "bridal rose".


I also chose a green shade. Green is my favorite color. Well, I have a few favorites, but green is "IT". Blame my Irish blood, but I'm very keen to green, green pictures of Ireland (I say pictures, because I've never been) and St. Patrick's Day. Again, not any shade of green, just as pink. There are some green's that one should never wear (that's a whole different blog) or even like. Now, I chose green because I'm painting a shelf and possibly a table, green, sanding/stripping it beforehand and making it distressed. A little like this...


I just love this! I'm going to see how my projected pieces of furniture turn out and I might add another piece. I don't want it overpowering or dominating the room. I love green, but I want a good balance of pink, green, white and even a lil' blue (vintage Tiffany blue). And so, I went with this lovely shade.


It's what they call "Grape Leaves". It's definitely more olivey, but I was pleased with this choice once they mixed it and showed me a sample. It's definitely more green than the swatch. So, I am pretty happy with my paint choices. Now paint brushes, painters tape, painting pans, etc. I wanted to cry when I saw this wall. Where do you actually start? I don't have the foggiest idea of the differences between brushes, their textures or what size I should get. I just need a paint brush.


Thanks to the kind paint lady, I'm sure she has a name but "paint lady" seems appropriate, for helping me make the right choice. You don't even want to know what brushes I had picked out.

So, "Home Depot Paint Picking Process Mission" completed. Now, to actually paint. I wish it would just paint itself. I'm a DIY type of person, so of course, I'm going to paint my own walls and projects, BUT, after the adventure at Home Depot, I've kinda lost the "let's do this!" spirit. I'm sure it'll kick in. Until it does, I've been "craigslisting". Next to thrift and vintage stores, craiglist is the best!

Now, I've really been researching this "shabby chic" look out. I have my own ideas, but I also like looking at others and getting a little inspiration. So, that being said, I saw a picture of the cutest "shabby chic" room and saw, *gasp*, a chandelier. And then it hit me. I've always wanted a chandelier. Shabby chic isn't shabby chic, unless you have a chandelier. I found a couple chandelier lamps and wall sconces, but really, I wanted a real, ceiling chandelier. I don't like doing things halfway. I want the real thing! Well, after much digging, searching and search box typing, I found her...


Isn't she beautiful! I've already named her. Lady. Now, I was a little bummed that they didn't have this paired with a more vintage look. But, I'm the new owner and I'll be fixing that. I pick it up tomorrow morning.

I went a lil' happy on craigslist, or should I say, I got lucky. I also snagged these pretties...




A lil' hard to see, but this happens to be an antique birdcage.

A couple other finds...

A Mint Green vintage love seat, that is not pictured
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Now, this will be stripped, painted a vintage Tiffany's blue and distressed.

I've been a lil' busy : )

Time is tickin' and Dainty Button's Grand Opening-One Year Anniversary is in 2 weeks. Let's see how quick we can pull this off. I can't wait to show you guys more progress. Hope you've enjoyed it so far and I'd love to read more of your thoughts and ideas. I love the support! It means the world! Until the next entry, g'nite!

xoxo
Charity @ Dainty Button


30 comments:

  1. I LOVE that you're breaking up the pink with green... And such a nice shade of green too! I just saw this thing on a blog where a lady used water base white paint and she would put one brush coat on and then go right behind with a cloth and wipe off the excess so she was left with a white washed look. It was really pretty! It looks like you got some great finds as far as furniture goes too! I know I already mentioned the bulletin board idea... I also LOVE the idea of stretching wire from wall to wall and have pictures (and other things) clothes pinned to it. Good job on everything so far! I can't wait to see it all together!

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  3. 1. I'm enjoying reading your blogs.

    2. I certainly appreciate Home Depot, but I try not to spend too much time in one of their stores...mainly because of the distinct aroma. I have no idea what "getting high" feels like, but I generally start to feel lightheaded if I stay in one of their stores for an extended period of time. It's really weird.

    3. That chandelier is ridiculously cool.

    4. Bridal Rose, eh? Better watch out, that paint might rub off on you... ; )

    BKN

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  4. I can honestly say Home Depot/Lowes/Menards or any of those building supply stores are just not my cup of tea! lol I do enjoy the end result after we get finished thou. I'm loving the color scheme you are going with and the super finds to decorate the studio with! :)

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  5. I'm not a Home Depot person,I like Lowes..... Love the green and the antiques u found.... And the gorgeous chandelier ...u have great ideas and know what u want that's good... It's gonna be Great !!!

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  6. WOW! Loving the chandelier... simply gorgeous!!!

    kmblakey@yahoo.com

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  7. I hate going to Home Depot!! lol Love all the ideas and all the antiques you found!

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  8. I don't mind hitting home depot once in a blue moon but I HATE to paint!!! Seriously if I can afford to pay someone next time I'm so doing it! As it is I bribed hubby to paint the bathroom for me instead of giving me a birthday gift, hehehe!

    I'm uber excited to see everything pulled together in your studio! It's going to be just gorgeous!

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  9. How funny! I used to be intimidated at The Home Depot too until I learned more about the store and stopped caring whether I looked like a lost puppy! LOL! Anyway, love your chandelier, very awesome and I especially like your antique cabinet with the door that you picked up on craigslist. Congrats on finding these pieces and thanks for sharing your adventures with us!

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  11. I LOVE LOVE LOVE green! So glad you were able to fit it in!!! I like all the other colors too! Your finds are awesome and I LOVE the bird cage!!! The chandelier is very pretty as well! Cannot wait to see your finished product...it is going to look P-R-E-T-T-Y!!! This reminds me of when we closed on our first house last Christmas Eve and we were constantly making trips back and forth to Lowe's and Home Depot. My husband is no handyman and I sure in the heck don't know what I'm doing, but I do LOVE picking out paint!!! We would go in there after church dressed up too...brings back sweet memories of buying our first house reading your post. I am sure this is just as exciting to you as it was to us buying a house =)

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  12. I love the whole shabby chic thing...anything vintage is great. Love the chandelier and the bird cage. I got married recently and used antique bird cages in my wedding. :)

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  13. I love it all! Awesome Craigslist finds! Before you know it, it will be all done. So excited for you!

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  14. For not being much of a Home Depot kinda Gal, I say you are doing awesome !!! I also love every lil thing you have chosen, I think it is all going to look fabulous once completed ! =)

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  15. I'm loving the look your going for!! All your find's are awesome. I'm anxious to see the finished product :)

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  16. I also have experience ugly things in home depot.. but glad everything is working out.

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  17. I am so excited to see how the studio is progressing!!! I LOVE chandeliers and paint!!

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  18. Great job!!! I love shabby chic decor....I moved from CA to IL and I agree the thrifts shops are not the same!

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  19. ~ Holy cow! Your craiglist finds are fabulous!!

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  20. Everything looks Fabulous!!!!
    Can't wait to see the finished project!!!!

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  21. I can't say I dislike HD, quite the opposit...I can get in just as much trouble shopping there as I can in a clothing or furniture store.... call me weird I guess. LOL!

    I adore "shabby chic" and have aways longed to do a room in this style myself so I can not wait to see what all your magnificent finds end up looking like in your new studio...

    Enjoy, get back "in the spirit" and it will all come together perfectly...

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  22. Sounds like it's all going to be fabulous! Sooo exciting!

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  23. Have to agree, Craigslist is pretty much the best thing since Jimmy Choo. And, furthermore, "Lady" is exquisite :). Can't wait to see the completed studio.

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  24. Home Depot is my husband's paradise. Samuel calls it that "Daddy's working store" because of course, everytime Daddy is in the back sawing and hammering, he's been to Home Depot before hand. If Samuel is lucky, he got to tag along. It's in their DNA. Stiletto's are in ours. The two don't mix, except for occasional (like your experience) awkward moments every comet cycle or two.

    Anyway, can't wait to see your finished studio!

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  25. loving it all girl....i got to take peek at the new peices when we finally stopped at our motel for tonight. It's 2am (on our way to tulsa for the funeral) I'm so tired from driving but I looked at all you jad listed so far....im drooling. I REALLY need to win cuz I want it all! I was so afraid that I had missed getting to make a comment before you posted the next blog. i feel so out of touch today. the studio is gonna be awesome girl!

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  26. You have got to get with Lori Benoit on the vintage paint that she works with. It is absolutely incredible. She took a painting technique training. I am in the process of building and will be incorporating a lot of the old/vintage look into the house. It makes the wood/paint very thick looking as if it had 20 coats of paint, then she sanded and antiqued it. It was GORGEOUS! I have been following your blog bc I am doing my daughters room in Shabby Chic. I am going to have to check out the bridal rose paint color. It looks pretty. Also, let me know if you find a good Tiffany's blue paint color. You are doing great!!! :)

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  27. ROFL!I am sure it may not be quite as funny to some, but the way you described the Home Depot trip was so perfect. I live in Texas & do quite a bit of shopping for our church, so I go in there a lot and usually I am also very dressed up & believe me, it doesn't matter if you need help or if you know exactly where you are going and what you are getting, the stares are pretty much the same!
    I can feel for you though with the paint choosing and the actual painting, we just remodeled our home this past year. Everything sounds wonderful & I am excited to see the finished product!

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  28. Your Home Depot story cracks me up! Being married to a contractor, and spending the last 8 years remodeling/adding on something to our home, I'm sad to say many a weekend/date night, etc. has been spent at Home Depot. HA! I actually really enjoy it, though. I'm really into decorating/designing (even took some schooling!) so I have a blast choosing paint, light fixtures, etc. SO excited to see your finished room!!

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  29. Your theme for your shop is so charmingly fitting. Reading your blog has made me miss sf so much and has given me the biggest craving for Escape from New York's Pesto pizza...yummm...may have to pay you a visit once your shop opens..

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  30. I have to admit, Home Depot used to bore me..But my husband got me into it a bit and especially now having a son, it is fun to see their faces light up while they roam around..Me? I call and friend and chat! ;)

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