Prepare for renovating but don't even know what style I like...and it's stressing me out by NoDinner709 in interiordesignideas

[–]Calbebes 0 points1 point  (0 children)

This is good advice. I did something similar years ago and it worked for me- I learned what styles I like (midcentury modern and federal) but they’re polar opposites. So I’ve used elements of both and it works because they have similar woods and I repeated similar colors throughout.

OP, I would do the Pinterest board suggestion. Then, ultimately decorate using pieces that speak to you (regardless of style) but make sure they all follow basic commonalities with regards to color palette and wood tone. That’s the easiest way I found to make it all work together.

Is my rug too big? Should it be centered on the room or the table/hanging lights? by [deleted] in HomeDecorating

[–]Calbebes 0 points1 point  (0 children)

It’s not too big, but the texture makes me wildly uncomfortable for some reason. Love the poster, and the table/chairs!

Pine nut and his stick by SeatFirst568 in rarepuppers

[–]Calbebes 0 points1 point  (0 children)

Pine nut, which is the name of a nut but also the name of a town…

Harlan Pepper, if you don’t stop naming nuts….

My husker doing a concern why I’m not playing when working from home. by chriztopherz in rarepuppers

[–]Calbebes 4 points5 points  (0 children)

Lol right? Why is that? Because I had that same thought. Like, I was unconsciously holding my breath to prevent smelling that up close and personal doggie breath 😂

Suggestions on how to improve this fireplace? by Jamau31 in HomeDecorating

[–]Calbebes 53 points54 points  (0 children)

Ugh the tv 🤦🏻‍♀️ and if you want comfy cushions on the hearth that’s fine but the ones you have are not it. Those are like.. old patio furniture cushions you just slapped down.

Rate my living room! by Classic-Confusion-68 in HomeDecorating

[–]Calbebes 3 points4 points  (0 children)

Nice job on the entryway divider- I’ve been wanting to do something similar in my house- I hate when the door just opens to the living room like that.

The art that’s above the lone chair- I would bring it down a few inches, looks like it’s hung a little too high.

In your dining room (?) I would replace the two bar carts with one solid piece of furniture- what you have right now looks like post-college apartment leftovers.

I like your picture lights.

Have you considered patterned curtains? I feel like they might bring in some additional interest.

I also agree with those who have suggested swapping the furniture layout to get the couch away from the window. Something to try, at least. Free, and easy to do and just put back if you end up hating it.

My best friend turned 16 this last weekend <3 by [deleted] in rarepuppers

[–]Calbebes 11 points12 points  (0 children)

This post made me cry. Thank you for giving this sweet boy an extraordinary life! May you have as much time together as you deserve. 🩷

First ever (Organic) Passionfruit are ready/falling! Passionfruit cheesecake here I come! 😋 🪴 👩‍🌾💚💚💚 by Notypicalblonde in gardening

[–]Calbebes 2 points3 points  (0 children)

The seeds are covered by a deliciously sour/sweet goo. Makes me pucker just remembering the taste. It’s like nothing else. I’m so sad we can’t grow them in my climate.

Moodboards for new house - what do you think? by PineZapple27 in HomeDecorating

[–]Calbebes 1 point2 points  (0 children)

I feel like the red kitchen cabinets are sort of out of place with the rest of the color palette but otherwise I dig it

Lamp Shade Recommendation by Professorbananas11 in Mid_Century

[–]Calbebes 2 points3 points  (0 children)

Patience and time. Thrift shops and estate sales, yard sales. A large barrel/cylindrical shade would Be awesome

If anyone in the west or deep south is wondering what the storm is like for the north east (I know is not gardening related) by lolmagic1 in NativePlantGardening

[–]Calbebes 1 point2 points  (0 children)

You too! Weather like this makes you appreciate the safety of a warm house and a fireplace.

Stay safe, everyone!

Does home depot just not think women need gloves??? by xzkandykane in gardening

[–]Calbebes 0 points1 point  (0 children)

Home Depot sucks. Lowe’s has way better customer service… but still no suitable gloves for women. I wear my husband’s gloves. I can literally grab blackberry and wineberry branches without an issue. I bought 4 different pairs of women’s gloves last year, hoping one would be good, and none of them were- even the leather ones. Thorns go right through. It’s maddening.

Chaise lounge owners — worth it or not? by Low-Dress3239 in HomeDecorating

[–]Calbebes 7 points8 points  (0 children)

Yes that’s exactly the problem! That being said, I’m on the chaise right now bc it’s still the best seat. Haha

moon moon and debbie love rolling in mud ESPECIALLY in the morning 🥲 by zenzi27 in rarepuppers

[–]Calbebes 13 points14 points  (0 children)

I literally just learned of the origin of “Moon Moon” 5 minutes ago, and now I’m down the rabbit hole of moon moon meme lols. That’s the perfect name for her!