Thursday, January 29, 2009

You've Been Framed!

I love my foyer table and mirror. I'm so proud of the way I was able to transform them. I'm happy that they look so good together. But, there has always been one little thing that has bothered me. The mirror is just not the right dimension for the table. The balance between the two is off, large table, small mirror.I've managed to create balance by placing large objects like plants and candles on each side of the mirror. Yet, it still seemed like it needed a bit more.
The other day as I sat contemplating my design dilemma, it occurred to me that the solution was right in front of my face.A little tweaking and I had my solution. I love the layers and balance, as well as the repetition of design from across the room. I even like the look of the hanging wire. It helps to tie the two frames together.
Could there be a solution to your design dilemma
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37 comments:

  1. JaneneJanuary 29, 2009 at 10:59 AM

    That looks so much better!
    I love the frame around the picture!
    Does this stuff just come to you?
    You must have great dreams at night in order for you to get such great inspirations!

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  2. LisaJanuary 29, 2009 at 11:07 AM

    YOU DID IT, I LOVE IT! HUGS FROM MAINE http://sophie4me.blogspot.com/

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  3. The Phillips PlaceJanuary 29, 2009 at 11:14 AM

    LOVE IT! very nice! i have hung several things OVER mirrors, but hadn't thought of putting anything around them- genius!

    i have been lurking for awhile, and you are inspiring!

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  4. DarleneJanuary 29, 2009 at 11:22 AM

    You absolutely came up with the perfect solution!!! Looks WONDERFUL!

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  5. UnknownJanuary 29, 2009 at 11:24 AM

    I love that idea. I have seen a few great frames at Goodwill that didn't have glass in them. You can usually pick them up for a $1 or $2. Add a little paint and they would match your decor! Love it. I will keep that idea in mind for my own home!

    Love your blog too!

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  6. bjJanuary 29, 2009 at 11:25 AM

    Well, good grief, girl...this looks absolutely BEAUTIFUL and everything in balance. Great job!!
    I did a post the first of the week about "balance" and "scale", both of which I know nothing about. it's just that when something is off, you usually know it...but not always know how to fix it. You did great!!

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  7. CheriJanuary 29, 2009 at 11:26 AM

    What a clever look! I really really like how you combined oval with square, great idea.

    Cheri

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  8. Laura of Harvest Lane CottageJanuary 29, 2009 at 11:27 AM

    I'm enjoying your blog so much. I'm going to add it to my blog list.
    Won't you come by for a visit?
    Laura

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  9. Inspired KaraJanuary 29, 2009 at 11:28 AM

    GREAT solution!!!!

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  10. Darlene - Our Creative LifeJanuary 29, 2009 at 11:42 AM

    Looks great! I think that wire would bother me though. Can you mount the frame without the wire?

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  11. StephJanuary 29, 2009 at 11:51 AM

    That was the perfect solution. Don't you just love when you have that lightbulb moment and all is well. I really enjoy seeing all your projects.

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  12. KaseyJanuary 29, 2009 at 11:55 AM

    I love it. You always decorate so pretty.

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  13. AnNicole@Our Suburban CottageJanuary 29, 2009 at 12:11 PM

    Great idea! I love how you think outside the box instead of running into a store to solve your problem. Again...you're a great inspiration!

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  14. Pam @ FripperyJanuary 29, 2009 at 12:21 PM

    I love it. I might even add a smaller empty square frame to hang over the front of the round mirror. I always like layers. Pam

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  15. AnonymousJanuary 29, 2009 at 12:38 PM

    How beautiful!

    I quite literally spent the entire afternoon yesterday reading through your blog - you are such an inspiration.

    Hubby and I are going to go "junking/antiquing" this weekend, and I found several things from your blog that I will try to copy. I'll post some pictures when I'm finished.

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  16. Georgia GirlJanuary 29, 2009 at 12:40 PM

    yeah I just realized my soultion also...YOU come to my house and have fun all you want so I can brag on my blogger friends creativity.

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  17. Lazy Mom LeslieJanuary 29, 2009 at 12:58 PM

    Great idea! Just the perfect solution for that spot. Something even this Lazy Mom could do!

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  18. KristinJanuary 29, 2009 at 1:53 PM

    How fabulous! You are so inspirational.

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  19. AnonymousJanuary 29, 2009 at 1:59 PM

    What a perfect idea!!!! It totally makes the mirror look bigger! I love it!

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  20. KimJanuary 29, 2009 at 3:00 PM

    Thoroughly enjoy your blog and ideas so had to give you the Kreativ Blogger Award today! Stop by to see what nice things I had to say about you :-)

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  21. Shell in your PocketJanuary 29, 2009 at 3:52 PM

    I love how it switched through each season so fun!
    -sandy toe

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  22. KarynJanuary 29, 2009 at 4:00 PM

    Love it. That big heart is super cute too.

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  23. WhisperWood CottageJanuary 29, 2009 at 4:23 PM

    This is my favorite post of the day! Beautiful!

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  24. Ribbonwood CottageJanuary 29, 2009 at 4:55 PM

    Joy this looks wonderful! Wow, great idea. It is perfect...I too love that mirror and table...you always have such great ideas.
    Blessings,
    Debbie

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  25. Becky@Beyond The Picket FenceJanuary 29, 2009 at 6:25 PM

    That's a wonderful solution Joy--very smart young lady Ü.

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  26. RhondaJanuary 29, 2009 at 7:15 PM

    Love it! You have such great ideas! I find myself coming back for more inspiration so I finally added you on my blog list and became a follower!

    Thanks for sharing! Rhonda

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  27. simple~needsJanuary 29, 2009 at 8:49 PM

    looks great!! i so wish you could come to my house.......:)

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  28. UnknownJanuary 29, 2009 at 9:02 PM

    What a great idea! Thanks for sharing.

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  29. Mimi SueJanuary 29, 2009 at 9:11 PM

    Looks great. Mimi

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  30. BrendaJanuary 30, 2009 at 12:01 AM

    It's all very beautiful! Thanks for your inspiration!

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  31. Wendy January 30, 2009 at 7:16 AM

    Very creative and intuitive. I love the results!

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  32. Edie Marie's AtticJanuary 30, 2009 at 7:17 AM

    Hi Joy!

    What a fabulous idea! I LOVE the outcome. It's a match made in heaven now, just with another picture frame! We have to think outside the box all the time to come up with solutions that are cost effective (cheap)! Great job!

    have a great weekend!
    hugs, Sherry

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  33. AshlieJanuary 30, 2009 at 11:43 AM

    What a cool solution to your problem! It looks great!

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  34. UnknownJanuary 30, 2009 at 12:02 PM

    I love this solution. It is perfect for Valentine's day! Beautiful!

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  35. Mark and TrishaFebruary 1, 2009 at 4:54 PM

    what a great idea....looks great. it's all about balance.

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  36. tamFebruary 4, 2009 at 12:31 AM

    Cute! very cleaver idea!~Smiles~Tam!

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  37. UnknownFebruary 7, 2009 at 5:41 AM

    What a great idea!

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