Monday, June 30, 2014

Restyling the Secretary

Hello everyone!

My secretary is a fun piece of furniture to redecorate.  I don't have shelving units anywhere else in my house, so every now and then, I like to tweak the shelves in my secretary.


I gave it a summer look by changing just a few things.


I changed the pillows in my slipcovered chairs by using this sweet floral pattern.


I leaned a floral canvas on top and filled the shelves with old books turned backwards to reveal the old pages.  


Old blue bottles and mason jars add a pop of color along with some faux purple lilacs.


It's light and summery but most of all sweet and simple.

Do you have a favorite item that you like to change up displays in too?

Thanks for stopping by.

~ Kelly ~
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31 comments:

  1. Kim @ Savvy Southern StyleJune 30, 2014 at 2:43 PM

    That looks so good and I love the pillows, too.

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  2. Sherry @ Thrift My HouseJune 30, 2014 at 2:51 PM

    Very pretty Kelly! The trophy, the bottles and books look great! I have many shelves! I'm always tweeking. Maybe I'm a shelfaholic... I need to look into that :-)

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  3. Marty@A Stroll Thru LifeJune 30, 2014 at 3:09 PM

    So pretty. I love the secretary, it is such a lovely piece.

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  4. Lisa @ Fern Creek CottageJune 30, 2014 at 3:23 PM

    The blue bottles are so pretty and I think the floral pillows are perfect or summer!

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  5. chateau chicJune 30, 2014 at 3:57 PM

    Your secretary looks so pretty with your new arrangement. Love the blues of the bottles!
    Mary Alice

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  6. White Lace and PromisesJune 30, 2014 at 4:03 PM

    That's what I like about my kitchen cabinet. I can move things around on top like I would a mantle. It's fun. Mr. H never knows what to expect. I think he's quit paying attention. It drives my kids crazy.

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  7. Moni - Zuhaus at HomeJune 30, 2014 at 4:14 PM

    I love the fresh summer look of the secretary…the blue bottles and mason jar really compliment your pillows…so pretty!

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  8. Blondie's JournalJune 30, 2014 at 4:21 PM

    Very pretty! I love how you turned the books...that really shows their age. I love that blue floral pillow, too!

    Thanks for your visit. Yes...lake time is June, July and August! :)

    Jane

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  9. UnknownJune 30, 2014 at 4:25 PM

    The blue bottles and floral pillows are so summery Kelly. :)perfect pop of colour.
    Hugs, Gee

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  10. StaceyJune 30, 2014 at 4:45 PM

    Really pretty!

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  11. Katie MansfieldJune 30, 2014 at 6:10 PM

    I always love your secretary and your adorable jars.

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  12. JunkchiccottageJune 30, 2014 at 6:16 PM

    So pretty Kelly. I love the pillows and love the blue pops of color with the jars. So sweet and you definitely caught the feel of summer in your vignette.
    Kris

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  13. RonJune 30, 2014 at 7:48 PM

    Looks great, Kelly! I love the secretary. It is such a versatile piece.

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  14. Our Hopeful HomeJune 30, 2014 at 9:06 PM

    What a great piece. I actually have everything you used, so I might just go and restyle a cabinet somewhere myself! I have been wanting to try turning the books backwards to show just the pages, now I think I will!
    xo Kathleen

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  15. Brenda PruittJune 30, 2014 at 9:27 PM

    That floral canvas is stunning. Great job!
    Brenda

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  16. Daniela @Frugal Aint CheapJune 30, 2014 at 9:27 PM

    I like how you turned the books to show the pages. The floral pattern (and picture) gives it a fresh look

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  17. Lisa @ Texas DecorJune 30, 2014 at 9:30 PM

    I love how you turned the books backwards. It really makes it interesting. I like the floral canvas too. My mom painted one very similar to that years ago. I do have a favorite piece that I like to change up displays in. It's my buffet in the kitchen. I change it up seasonally. It's probably the first thing I change up when each holiday rolls around. :)

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  18. Vickie @ Ranger 911June 30, 2014 at 9:41 PM

    Very pretty, Kelly! I'm loving the old books, and especially the floral canvas!

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  19. cynthia lee designsJune 30, 2014 at 10:13 PM

    Everything is so pretty!! I love to change up things on my corner fireplace in the living room for the different seasons and holidays...and on just because I want a change days too. LOL...
    ~Cindy

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  20. Shirley@Housepitality DesignsJuly 1, 2014 at 8:25 AM

    So beautiful Kelly...I love the different textures and the pops of blue...beautiful job!!

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  21. Sew a Fine SeamJuly 1, 2014 at 8:29 AM

    Beautiful! Love it all :)

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  22. Art and SandJuly 1, 2014 at 12:17 PM

    When we downsized in 1997 to a little tiny beach cottage, I gave most of the large family antiques to my sister. We had a wonderful secretary desk from Steve's family and his brother took it on "loan" stipulating that they would give it back whenever we asked. I would love to have it in our home. BUT, we still do not have the space and Steve would never allow me to paint the walnut wood.

    If I had it, I would stage it just like yours!

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  23. Penny from Enjoying The Simple ThingsJuly 1, 2014 at 12:34 PM

    It looks great Kelly! I play around with vignettes on my dining table often.

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  24. Jane@Bluebird1959July 1, 2014 at 1:44 PM

    Always love when you showcase your secretary, Kelly - it is a beautiful piece. Have a fantastic fourth! Jane

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  25. Christine at Little BragsJuly 1, 2014 at 3:21 PM

    love that piece!!!!

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  26. must love junkJuly 1, 2014 at 6:22 PM

    I love how you added the bits of color-so pretty! I love making simple changes when I get bored :)
    Susan

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  27. ~Lavender Dreamer~July 1, 2014 at 8:03 PM

    I love the old books! They look good in any decor. And the lighter fabrics and colors are perfect for summertime. I have a baker's rack in the lanai that I change up a lot! Hugs!

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  28. Amy at Ms. Toody Goo ShoesJuly 2, 2014 at 12:21 AM

    Soooo pretty, Kelly! I really like the books turned backwards. Funny, I was playing around with the table in my entry hall, and used some backwards books! I've been seeing them on display in some stores. I have two secretaries...one is always kept closed, the other with glass doors could use a makeover! thanks for the inspiration!

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  29. LindaJuly 2, 2014 at 12:40 AM

    I never thought to turn the books BACKWARDS!!! You are so clever!
    Love your every 'tweek!!'

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  30. UnknownJuly 2, 2014 at 1:25 AM

    So beautiful Kelly.I love the pillows and love the blue pops of color .
    sets-for-your-bedroom

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  31. AnneJuly 7, 2014 at 9:18 AM

    So pretty!

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Thanks for letting me know you visited today. Kelly