Sticks and Stones

I did start my white painting project this weekend, but in between cleaning the office and painting sample colors in large squares on the wall, I got onto some other decorating tangents.  This stick “redo” being one of them. 

I feel that elements of nature have always been a big part of home decor (probably since the dawn of time), however there is still a certain amount of trend surrounding their use and sometimes an update is in order.  There is currently a general trend toward natural authenticity and these sticks are just too groomed and linear.  I replaced them with something smaller, and with a more organic shape.  Since the focal point is lower and smaller, I added a chest, tray, and some other small accessories to finish off the look.

*This is where the ‘stones’ from the title come in!

How do you feel about the stick re-do?  Better or worse?

Click on the post title to share your thoughts on the comment board!

Have a great Monday!!

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11 Comments on “Sticks and Stones”

  1. Audrye March 14, 2011 at 10:04 am #

    I love, love, love the new decor. I think you kept the idea of the bringing the outdoors in, but toned it down and added a fresh pop of color. Lovely!
    Btw…I adore your blog!

    • Erin March 14, 2011 at 1:28 pm #

      thank you so much! I’m glad you like the re-do and the blog… I love feedback!

  2. Cindi March 14, 2011 at 10:42 am #

    Very much love the “stick” re-do. Much more interesting. Love the hand.

  3. kate March 14, 2011 at 12:44 pm #

    agree, like the redo. Did you get your “dip” project done yet?

    • Erin March 14, 2011 at 1:26 pm #

      Ah accountability! :) I bought a small side table that is the subject of the ‘dip’ project. I aimed to do it yesterday but my husband took the paint primer I bought to do a project at his Mom’s house! So, its on my agenda for this Wednesday night! I’ll hopefully post some pics of it within the week!

  4. Sharon Carlton March 14, 2011 at 1:18 pm #

    I too love the redo!

  5. Lacey Anne Saggio March 15, 2011 at 1:53 pm #

    Erin, love this easy update. I also love love love the white banister. I don’t know how long it’s been that way, but I’m about to do the same in our house! Out with the orange oak! House of Earnest is taking off- way to go!!

  6. Mandy P March 19, 2011 at 11:03 am #

    Definitely better! I love the fresh color that the trunk adds, too.

  7. Dawn April 6, 2013 at 6:07 am #

    Love your pics of your house! What color was used on these walls? Thanks

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