Changing out artwork can do wonders for a room, and adding colorful botanicals to your bedroom can give it a restful feeling.
First, let me say I bought 1 piece of art (that I haven’t shown on the blog yet.) You can see it HERE on Instagram. It was used at the farm, then the old artwork from the farm (the botanicals) got moved to my bedroom, and the plaque that was in my bedroom went to the hallway, and the mirror in the hallway went to the study, and the art in the study is waiting for a new home. The point is I bought one piece of art, but at least 4 rooms got a fresh look from that one purchase. I love moving things around to give several rooms a fresh look.
When I hung the new piece of art at the farm, I had to take down 4 botanical prints. That meant I had 4 botanical prints available for use elsewhere. I love these prints, and thought they would work so well in my bedroom.
I loved the plaque I had above the bed, but it was beginning to feel too dark for the bedroom. (I’ve moved it to the hallway and I show you later. ) I still love it, I just preferred it elsewhere. It’s a bit dark looking.
See what I mean? I felt it needs to be lightened up and I wanted a bit more color too.
I love the color in here! The room is still based on neutral pieces, and I’ve added color with pillows, art and a few other things. I added one of my favorite Spode tea sets to the table in here, and an ivy.
The tea set is small, either meant as a service for one, or possibly as a child’s set. Either way, I find it so charming.
The tea set added some nice color to the room, and a bit of fun. I also added this beautiful antique French bedspread that I have folded at the foot of the bed. It looks like the initials are CJR. I love antique monogrammed linens and I don’t fuss if it isn’t my monogram. I don’t mind.
The other side of the room is about the same as it was last time you might have seen it.
It’s getting dark, so I’m just going to grab a cup of tea and read in here. Don’t mind me, I’ll just be over here by the window.
Anita,
Love, Love, Love the new look with botanical prints!! They also have an “antique” look to them… beautiful! Thank you so much for sharing. ~ Karen
Hi Anita,
Love your prints, also your iron bed. May I ask where you got it?
The bed is a Charles P Rodgers bed. I think it’s the Charleston and they might still make it. The prints are some I used to carry in my online store. Not sure where to get them these days.
Hi Anita,
Both ways look lovely. The prints are a nice change for anticipating spring. I especially liked seeing your bedroom with the iron bed. I find it hard to know what to pair with it when it comes to bureaus. I still have the pieces from my cherry set and want to make a change but am all over the place when it comes to what will work well. I have seen some beautiful grayish pieces but the prices nearly knock me over. I’ve considered chalk paint but don’t know if I can bring myself to put paint to this wood even though I know that it is so out of date and unwanted (even by me!).
The tea set is a nice touch if you have room. I hope you find the time to enjoy such a lovely setting!
Margo, that’s a dilemma for sure. I guess you just need to decide for yourself what is best for you. You can buy new and accept the price tag, you can paint your current piece and deal with the guilt of painting it, or you can buy vintage and paint it while selling your old one. Or you can accept the piece as is. Whatever you do, it needs to make sense for you. I hope you find a solution that makes you happy.
Gorgeous prints! Can you share where you bought or ordered these so we might find similar prints? Thanks so much for sharing this updated look. Very inspiring for spring!
Carol, these were in my online shop several years ago. Carol, I have a few botanical prints I have curated on my amazon affiliate page, under Home accessories and wall decor. CLICK HERE.
I adore that gorgeous plaque. I can picture it in the narrow space above my fireplace mantle. The brick on my fireplace is painted a creamy white. It would look spectacular. I covet it every time you show it. : )
Anita, I love your bed… and especially the prints!!!! If they were still available, I would purchase all of them over your bed!! “Lovely..
Thanks Denise. I’ll check and see if they are still available.
Carol, these were in my online shop several years ago. Carol, I have a few botanical prints I have curated on my amazon affiliate page, under Home accessories and wall decor. CLICK HERE.
Thank you so much, Anita! I didn’t know you had an amazon affiliate page! Will check it out!
Cheers!
Carol
I need that pendant lantern in my life but can’t find it any where. Please help.
Linda, what pendant? I am not sure which pendant you are looking for.
I love the change in the room by replacing the dark hanging with the beautiful botanicals. However, I would have used 3 rather than 4 since they are outside the width of the headboard. Just a personal preference. I love when you start moving things around – it always gives me ideas for a new perspective also.
Dear Pat, I think that would probably be the safest way to go – with 3 prints! You are not wrong! I wanted to try the 4 and I like it so far, but I might go with the 3 later. You aren’t the only person to say that!!! If you squint your eyes, it all begins to blend together, the prints, the sconces, the bed and the nightstands, so that it becomes all one thing. That’s my story for now!!! Thanks for your comment and always sound advice.
It doesn’t seem as though the prints are available ?. So sad…. let me know if you are able to find them again! Nothing else on your afflitiate page seems to ship to Canada either. Us poor Canadians! Ha ha!
Carol, that’s terrible. I love Canadians! I’m sorry that they don’t ship to Canada. It just seems mean, doesn’t it?
Hi Anita! While I love the spring like look of the botanicals, and I agree with the other lady, 3 would look better, I still prefer the architectural piece above the bed. It seemed to ground the room with all the neutral in your bedroom. It’s just a personal preference. I too, have an iron bed in my master that I’ve had for 25 plus years. That’s how much I love it, lol!! I love all the pieces in your room, they’re all so pretty! I really like your style! Have a great day tomorrow! ?
Thanks Sheila. Yes I love that plaque and it’s still here. It’s all good, and I love to hear what you think. I love iron beds so much, so I’m glad you’ve kept yours. They never go out of style.
I know odd numbers are supposed to be best, but really like all four prints – they seem to belong together and I don’t three would make such a statement. I think the bedroom is absolutely lovely. The prints change the whole look.
Thank you Lurlie!!! I love the four together, but clearly a lot of people prefer 3. I appreciate hearing from you.
Hi Anita- Your rooms are such wonderful, lovely spaces! I love your new bedroom look, but I love the plaque you once used here. Just a quick question on it- the Amazon link lists the plaque at 11inches in height, yours seems much taller. Are they the same? Thanks for info and keep up the inspiring work!
Carmen
The actual plaque in the photo is from Ballard Designs. I’m not sure they still sell them. If so, they will have the dimensions there. I hope that helps.
I love the botanicals and the plaque looks great in the hallway (I saw a later post). You’re bedroom is beautiful and a great place to relax and get some “me”. Time! The tea set is adorable and where did you find the slipcover for the settee? I would love that for mine!
I made it! Thank you!!
Wow! Very clever! I love it! And I really enjoy your blogs! Thank you for the inspiration!
Hi Anita,
Love the way you now have the bedroom wall fixed. Can you tell me where you found your wall sconces?
Take care.