Have you ever wanted something REALLY badly? For over a decade? And it’s decorating?
Yes, dear reader, that’s just how sick I am. I’ve lusted after Farrow & Ball’s Light Blue on my bedroom walls for over a decade. In fact, every Christmas since 2001, my dear family has asked me what I want for Christmas.
“My bedroom walls painted Farrow & Ball’s Light Blue,” I would reply with what I thought was earnest enthusiasm.
But my loved ones would look at me, admiringly, yet disappointed. And I would know that what they heard was, “Oh, I suppose we need a new trash can. I’ll take that for Christmas.” They just didn’t understand my need, my sincere desire for such subtle beauty in the room I spend up to 1/3 of my life in.
Because I know that you understand this, here’s an image of what my bedroom walls have been since we’ve moved here in 2001:
And I’m figuring you’ve guessed from the stylish blue ladder in the image, that this was my year. Yes, this year they finally believed me, that I am not a martyr, but a person very sensitive to my surrounding. (It also helped that I finally just handed my husband a wallpaper stripper’s business card and said, “Call him.”)
The wallpaper stripping took several days (which included sleeping on the sofa – my husband is the saint in this family), but look at the cool color uncovered:
There was a part of me tempted to just leave it and only paint the woodwork. But the not-so-artistically done patching kept me on track. So here it is, my beautiful, perfect paint color, on MY bedroom walls!!!
I know. Soooo subtle. So perfect. Here’s a little slide show of the transformation so far. I have the major pieces in place, and am taking my time placing my artwork and picking the just-right lighting and accessories.
As I work to complete my little sanctuary, I’ll share the details. (’cause I know you understand.)
Virginia
Your bedroom looks wonderful…a real retreat! I am sure you are thrilled :)!
It looks beautiful and relaxing. Just what a bedroom should be. I can’t wait to see the total transformation.
tammy
You’re not going to believe this, but I have been lusting over that exact color ever since I saw Heather Chadduck’s living room featured in Cottage Living years ago!
I’m so happy you finally have your dream color!
Gail
Great minds, Gail, great minds.
Hi Virginia,
We need some wallpaper stripped in an old home with plaster walls. The previous owners actually painted the wallpaper.
Would you be willing to share the contractor you used for your wallpaper removal and wall prep?
Thanks much,
Molly
Absolutely. Dave, of DC Wallcoverings, was a real pro. The website is http://www.dcwallcoverings.com.
Let me know how it goes!
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