The Newmans

Sunday, June 28, 2020

Breakfast Room

We haven't done anything to our kitchen since we moved in except replace the appliances and decorate. We still want to paint the walls and cabinets, get a new sink, replace counters, backsplash and flooring, and add crown molding. Maybe this year?



I love my succulents on the window sills



Sign is from Hobby Lobby Online

Saturday, June 27, 2020

Complete Reading Room with bookcase










  • Sauder Select 5-Shelf Bookcase, Chalked Chestnut Finish from Walmart.
    Kohls has the same bookcase, but even after applying several coupons, Walmart was still cheaper.



    This year alone I've gotten rid of at least 6 large boxes of books! I still have a few piles of books throughout the house I need to go through. Lord, help me!


    The storage bin is from Wayfair.
    We keep the guest pillows and blankets neatly stored inside.



    Floral print chair is from Pier1





    Beautiful light all day



    Picture frames are from AtHome and candle stand is from Kirklands



    Mosaic floral night light from QVC
    I really enjoy this pretty night light. When I get up in the middle of the
    night or early morning it's the perfect amount of light.




    Hubby and me have been determined to eliminate clutter. It's amazing how much two people and three dogs can accumulate in 10 years. Hubby is definitely more of the type A neat freak. I'm more of a clutter bug who gets random bursts of energy. He has taught me a lot when it comes to getting rid of things.



    Rug is from Wayfair and the sofa bed is from Rooms To Go



    Lamp is from Kirklands and throw pillows are from Kohls



    Rustic wood wall art from Hobby Lobby Online



    Paint color: Behr Burnished Clay



    JUST FOR FUN:


    Hey, Winston!



    He loves the view!



    You'd think this was his room lol
    (Please excuse the napkin he was chewing.)

    Friday, June 26, 2020

    Before & After : Office vs Reading Room


    BEFORE (2012):


    2012
    When we first moved in. My nephew Gavin checking out the view <3



    The first time we gave this room a makeover. Since then we have moved my desk to our Master bedroom. I love the view I have from from there.



    AFTER (2020):







    Thursday, June 25, 2020

    Kirkland's Distressed Eloise Floor Lamp




    New Lamp 2020


    Kirklands for the win!



    I couldn't have found a better lamp. It brings the room together.


    I love the gold details



    Future project : Crown Molding

    Mantle decor Update





    The "It is well with my soul" signs and window arch are from Hobby Lobby.

    Wednesday, June 24, 2020

    Backyard 2012-2020






    Back Patio 2012 when we first moved in
     

     

     Back patio 2020
    Future project: replacing the back door and painting it a fun color.




     I love seeing the birds play in our fountain




     My Hydrangeas are having their best year yet!



    Back Deck 2012 



    Back Deck 2020

    Tuesday, June 23, 2020

    The begining of a new flower bed

          This is the beginning stage of my new flower bed. My dad and husband knocked out the deck steps and  fulfilled my vision for this area perfectly. Now I'm having fun creating another flower bed and weaving vines through the lattice.



    In the middle pot I have a Star Jasmine



    On each side of the Star Jasmin I have two Lantanas



    Star Jasmin from Lowes

    Monday, June 22, 2020

    My Hydrangeas

    My Hydrangeas are having their best year yet so I wanted to share!