Secretary Desks, French Lamps and Painting Antiques

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@SheHoldsDearly 9 месяцев назад

Thank you for following along on this living room makeover. We around the corner with the final touches and I'm really starting to love this space. Let me know what you would do with the cat issue we are having!

@gwenelliott4593 9 месяцев назад

We have a kitten for the first time in over 20 years of marriage and we pretty quickly purchased a cat tree. He pretty much sticks to the tree but anytime I catch him starting to scratch my furniture, I correct him. Cat trees are not pretty, but I knew if I attempted to make one with my crepe myrtle tree branches and baskets I wouldn't be happy. But I have a feeling you would be able to make a beautiful one! It takes a little planning but I would love to see what you would come up with! We ended up buying one that went pretty well with the furniture and sits behind the couch so it's mostly hidden. The only other option is declawing them, and I am not a proponent of that option.

@mariadamedecoeur 8 месяцев назад

Allow me to say, that you have a beautiful face, a beautiful voice, beautiful hair and you are talented. You are blessed in life. For the kitties why not try to hang strong a wall tapestry or "long tapis" in french that could be part of your decor but even if it have kitty scratchs is always nice to watch? 😊

@garymcdade4446 9 месяцев назад

The white sugar bowl you use to hold pens struck a nostalgic note with me. I chose that pattern when I registered with a lovely gift shop in Memphis, Tennessee in 1970 when I married. It is called Independence. The cups, plates, saucers . . . all of it was shaped in that unusual hexagon. My husband, Gary, (I am using his computer to write this) was in the Navy and we lived in Rota, Spain for 3 years. When the Navy shipped our household items to Spain something happened to my Independence ironstone . . . maybe heat? I don't know . . . but when I opened the box it was cracked, almost every piece. It wasn't broken or chipped, but the top glaze was cracked like enamel on a tooth that is damaged. The cracks on the plates were spiral, almost intentional looking. I was so sad about it. For years I kept the pieces that survived especially the large tea pot and a serving bowl but the glaze on them finally began cracking too. I really loved that set and have seen examples of it over the years though not always with the name "Independence" written on the bottom. Eventually Gary bought me an 8 place setting of the blue and white willow pattern (a favorite of mine from childhood when my aunt let me play with her child's tea set in that pattern). I have become a collector of the blue and white but seeing your sugar bowl was a real treat.--Sheila McDade, Chattanooga, TN

@nannettesommie5507 9 месяцев назад

Hello, give your kitties a scratching post. To get them to use it sprinkle some catnip on it and they will love going to it to scratch. Here is some more technical info on why cats need to scratch: Scratching is a normal, instinctive cat behavior. Cats have a need to scratch. They do it to express emotions, like excitement or stress, to mark objects with their scent (they have scent glands in their paws), to remove the dead part of their nails and, often, just to get a good stretch. My kitty loves her scratching post and has never scratched my furniture. Hope this helps !

@lizpeto6797 9 месяцев назад

Also I really believe that leather isn't the ideal for cats.

@roseofsharin 9 месяцев назад

That doesn't always work.

@saraosborn1297 9 месяцев назад

I have a cardboard scratcher in every room and 95% of the time he uses it, however, cardboard bits get everywhere. Seems that in general, indoor cats are more difficult to include in a decor scheme (ahem litter box) but what is practical for both human and cat? I ❤ my boy but looking for inspiration

@kathryngipson6866 9 месяцев назад

so true - I have tried it ALL!@@roseofsharin

@magwed4120 8 месяцев назад

Unfortunately the only thing that work for me was reupholstering. Search for some type of material you feel they cannot ruin.

@aileenbell6750 9 месяцев назад

Trimming our kittens nails regularly had really helped. And of course scratching posts. Good luck! Love the Secretary!

@traceyhudson5883 9 месяцев назад

Applauding your decision to leave the oak desk natural- beautiful styling. Cats are wonderful companions but their scratching can be so destructive. However, they hate the smell of Citrus- I have successfully discouraged their presence by spraying citrus scent either directly on (depending on the fabric) furniture or on a towel draped over the piece. They left those pieces strictly alone afterward, and the room smelled great during the 'training' period.

@Tuskenknits 8 месяцев назад

Our cats did the same thing with our furniture. So, a few years ago when we moved we got all new living room furniture, and chose velvet or velvet-like upholstered pieces. I heard that cats don’t like to scratch velvet, and it has been 2.5 years, and so far this is true for us. No scratching! We also leave those inexpensive cardboard scratchers around the house for them.

@kathypeterson526 9 месяцев назад

I love all your touches of Dark Acedemia, especially the secretary! Just beautiful.

@lauracochran9570 9 месяцев назад

Hi Sarah! Firstly, you look beautiful, I especially love your hair.. so pretty. Secondly, the room is so warm and inviting. I'm glad you kept the tiger oak secretary the way it was. :) It really looks like it's from the turn of the last century. Very Anne of Green Gables,,, lovely. Well done! 💗

@pegs9361 9 месяцев назад

Love your videos… from two days ago I heard your heart felt voice about your kitties… I trim my kitties nails about every 8-10 days; have rectangular scratching boxes discretely placed around major areas in my LR, put dried cat nip in them every three weeks ( just a little), and reprimand them if they go to the sofa or chair instead of their cardboard scratcher box. I even bring them to the scratcher to familiarize it, and give them a treat to reinforce good behavior. All of this does work. I’ve tried other things but this seems to our solution. Best! Peg S.

@juliemoore6957 9 месяцев назад

Love the secretary. So beautiful. I love how you've styled it. Kinda reminds me of a vignette I'd see in Victoria magazine. Only your style is more English country. Just beautiful .

@youramericanfriend9478 9 месяцев назад

I got such Pride and Prejudice 2005 movie vibes from your space. Totally has my ❤.

@cinder8290 9 месяцев назад

Your secretary is gorgeous and I'm soooo glad you didn't paint it. I love the doorbell and the dogs painted are just perfect, imo.

@joannanderson3076 9 месяцев назад

I love the bookends with the gold!! In fact, I love everything you do. Thanks for sharing your expertise with us...

@cathybartell5943 9 месяцев назад

Get a punch needle for felting and push the pulls on the fabric where kitty pulled thread. Push pulls under and into the fabric. This should help. Takes time but worth it!

@user-ke6pn2dd4c 9 месяцев назад

An ongoing problem with my kitties as well. Yes, be diligent about having their nails trimmed.

@marilyneva4677 9 месяцев назад

I love old doorbells. The scripture on your website is one of my favourites that I quote to myself many times. I include vs 3 as well as vs 4 of Proverbs 24. "Through wisdom a house is built, and by understanding it is established; By knowledge the rooms are filled with all precious and pleasant riches." NKJV The website looks as lovely as your presentations.

@kerrybollant3621 9 месяцев назад

That doorbell is so pretty. Love it!

@melindaferreira9879 9 месяцев назад

Ohhh.. i love the dound of that doorbell...🛎️... desk looks wonderful! By the way.. your hair looks so pretty!!

@sharamyers9686 9 месяцев назад

Hi Sarah..I collect frogs( both amphibian and floral 😆) I use the floral ones to display anything unique-from vintage pens to my mom’s antique silver baby brush. I love them!

@1234dvarela 9 месяцев назад

Sarah, the new website is absolutely beautiful! and it is so you ❤

@theresahubbard5165 9 месяцев назад

Oh I love the dogs gold or brown lol whatever color that is! It makes them show up much better. 😁

@chelseahaynes2375 8 месяцев назад

I’m a stitcher and I use flower frogs to store my little scissors. There are a lot of really beautiful little scissors out there you could start collecting ❤

@rosehavenfarm2969 8 месяцев назад

I actually gasped when you joked you painted tiger maple! You got me. 😂

@joycetaggart3123 9 месяцев назад

I am so relieved about the secretaries desk. I refinished antiques for over 30 years. I refinished 3 desks. I only had one that had the tiger on it. I love it.. When it is covered in old lacquer and you strip it back it is fun. ( for me ) refinishing those small letter boxes was not my favorite.!! maybe the lamp you have on the desk would look good on the small table. Then the other lamp ( if you get it?) would look great on the top of the desk. have fun! Joyce

@erikastanger7848 9 месяцев назад

That doorbell is to die for!! I have my eye on a vintage brass bunny knocker on etsy. It's more than $100, which just isn't in my budget at the moment since we just moved into a new house, and needs are taking priority. Maybe I'll ask for it for my birthday next month ... 🤔

@johnnacrist8715 9 месяцев назад

The desk is beautiful! Love the doorbell & the dogs bookends❣️ I hope you figure out the cat situation!

@tshockmom69 9 месяцев назад

Love the attention to detail. From the gold paper clips to scissors, to gold lettering on the books. Love it!

@mariafusco7899 9 месяцев назад

Love the bell and the bookends! I am sincerely glad you reconsidered painting that gorgeous secretary!

@leighalexandra7899 9 месяцев назад

How wonderful to see this beautiful transformation. It's rich, moody and cozy all at once. Amazing! I'm curious if you have ever done a video on negative space, the art of placing objects, in interior design? I am interesting in learning how negative space can enhance my vignettes.

@StelmaDesigns 9 месяцев назад

Everything looks beautiful Sarah! I trained my Ragdoll cat when she was a kitten to only use the scratching posts I provided. You need several around, even near the furniture they are using. I rubbed the scratching posts with cat nip and every time I caught her trying to claw the couch edges I carried her to the post and lightly ran her paws over the post and said good kitty, lots of loving praise. Also there is a spray called Felaway that can be sprayed on the areas you do not want the cats to scratch that does work. Their website has info on how it works. The main thing is you need to catch them doing it most every time and immediately redirect in a positive way. If they are still young it should work. It takes some time and effort but you will be glad you did this when you don't have torn up upholstery! Julia

@k.crosbie261 9 месяцев назад

Scratching is one way for them to greet you. I put nail caps on my cats nails and used the double sided sticky paper on new spots they are focused on.

@user-ix1sf9wm8k 9 месяцев назад

Love seeing what you did to the dog bookends. I am adding some gold accents to my living area. I have beautiful dark wood side tables and sofa table and gold add interest to the eye. Sarah, I find you very helpful when it comes to changing things up. I like small improvements here and there for a fresh new look.

@heatherabrewer 9 месяцев назад

The desk is styled beautifully and I love the dog bookends! I change my lampshades for the seasons, putting darker ones on for the fall and winter 🙂

@odilegabayengel4192 9 месяцев назад

I like the idea of changing items for different seasons, like lampshades. I also try to design my space season-like, adding blankets and pillows, and colored candles depending on the time of the year…

@1234dvarela 9 месяцев назад

Love the Regency Lamp!

@elizabethcook5922 9 месяцев назад

For having light in a dark spot with no outlet near, and not have to use a candle, try a kerosene lamp. There's some really beautiful vintage ones. You do need to keep kerosene and get wick for them, but they offer a lot more light than just a candlestick, and they're beautiful. I also live the smell of kerosene because it brings fond memories to me, but do be aware that there will be a slight kerosene smell. I have a couple of those lamps in my house and they brighten up my winter twilights. ✨

@TheRustyTrike 9 месяцев назад

That’s disappointing about the bulbs but good to know. I was going to thrift some lamps and just use those bulbs since there are no outlets but I’ll have to figure something else out. ❤

@theresatrudelle3972 9 месяцев назад

Try using a double-sided clear sticky tape, there is one specifically made for cats. It goes on to the furniture, doesn't harm the furniture and cats HATE sticky surfaces. Worked for us. Also, a citrus spray on the fabric will help deter them.

@cb5138 8 месяцев назад

I bought the tape at Amazon. After a few months I removed it and our kitty has never gone back to scratch again.

@chomama1628 8 месяцев назад

Cats don’t like lavender scent either.

@brendafalk5162 9 месяцев назад

Love the door bell.

@jeaniemarkel360 9 месяцев назад

I love the secretary desk. I have a dresser made from tiger wood and it is my favorite antique!!

@barbarathomas2471 9 месяцев назад

Cats- I used the double faced sticky tape on the edges of my couch until my cat found a more acceptable place to scratch. I removed the tape once I felt her new “habit” had been established. No guarantees but so far so good. Hope you find a solution.

@copperpenny0209 9 месяцев назад

Looks beautiful!

@patriciacinea3097 9 месяцев назад

Ditto with the cat situation. 5 pieces for fabric furniture ruined and tired of keeping blankets and coverlets over them. Reading through your posts for solutions also. The stain with visible grain on the secretary is gorgeous. Lights up room!

@kathryngipson6866 9 месяцев назад

I have only owned one other cat in my life - she NEVER even attempted to scratch furniture. I now have a male and female siblings - NOTHING has worked on the scratching...it is frustrating...I have tried every single suggestion, diligently and consistently. Otherwise, they are delightful cats, with no other behavioral issues.

@patriciacinea3097 9 месяцев назад

@@kathryngipson6866 The cat in my home is my daughter's who is working temporarily on the West coast.

@Frook52 8 месяцев назад

I am going to stack a couple pieces of firewood with bark and without bark and see if they enjoy using that over my furniture. Wish me luck!

@brendafalk5162 9 месяцев назад

Our cats have a scratching post that they use. We trim claws regularly, as well. Although our leather chair and ottoman are not scratched, I do have a blanket on them, as they are favorite napping spots for the cats. I had to decide, when I got the leather pieces, that I would not panic over some scratches, as just the jumping on and off might bring a few. So far, none. Clip nails and give scratching post options and see if this does not help. Front declawing is also effective. We work with our cats from kittenhood to use the scratching post.

@CJ-js2gb 6 месяцев назад

Someone has probably already said this in the comments, but kitties scratch to mark territory, and they do it in places they love, so they’ll be inclined to do it in every room they feel at home. The best thing I’ve found it placing ugly scratching posts at the corners of the couch or wherever they scratch. Doing beautiful ones could be an option too. Jackson Galaxy gives great cat advice about this topic, but yeah…the struggle is real for aesthetics.

@LisaMarie-br8tn 9 месяцев назад

Yup lots of scratching posts and cat towers. I also clip claws weekly. Its important to keep claws trimmed because they grow too long and they can get caught in fabric ect causing them pain. Since I had my kitties since they were babies they are very used to getting them trimmed. I also used nail caps for the first six months I had them and I have almost zero problems with my 4 cats clawing my vintage possessions. Good luck 🤞

@cynthiafisher9907 9 месяцев назад

I love your doorbell! We have an antique one like it and not many people know to twist it. They’re not sure what it is. When we were having our old house restored, the electricians forgot to wire for a doorbell, which really bummed me out at the time(I wanted one of those nice bonging ones), but I got over it. Ours sounds like yours, but it’s an antique gold.

@lisahoerr9713 9 месяцев назад

So happy for you and your web design dreams! ❤ I ask for home projects for my B-day! I have a list and that’s all I want for my B-day! 😊

@deborahclavette879 9 месяцев назад

Pooky Lighting from England! They ship to the States and are rechargeable!

@ginnysummers7018 9 месяцев назад

Looks beautiful. Could you put flowers in the frog? I personally think a floor lamp or wall sconce would look good by the desk.

@lindaraterink6451 9 месяцев назад

You need to give the cats something they can scratch and teach them that is their scratch place, they like to scratch stuff that has your scent on to leave their mark on as well and also to sharpen their nails. So the more you cut the nails the more they will scratch stuff. There is something on the market to spray on the pieces you don't want them to scratch. Doesn't always work, but worth a try. Good luck!

@latte1020 9 месяцев назад

I’ve had cats for over 20 years and cats scratch stuff for different reasons: marking, it helps their claws etc. So of all my cats over the years only one was stubborn he would scratch edge of couch. I used the double sided sticky tape you put on furniture in the areas they’re scratching. Now it’s not fashionable BUT it works!! They hate that feeling. In places where they’re scratching place scratching posts right in front of the furniture. In your case you may need a few. They need to scratch something so give them something. When you catch them in the act just scoop them up and take them to the scratching post and take their paws and rub them against the post. Give them a treat then. Cats are smart and they will learn. Once you see they stopped scratching the furniture you can remove the tape. If you are able to, trim their nails. Normally they only need it once or twice a month. I have three cats now and they DO NOT scratch the furniture.

@happytx1860 9 месяцев назад

I have had great luck with a card board scratching posts. The one that my cats like is shaped in a X. It comes in two pieces. I change it out about once a month. Last year I found 10 scratching post on clarence at Aldi's for $5.00. I enjoy your channel. Thanks

@Print229 9 месяцев назад

Maybe feathers in the paperweight / flower frog, instead of pens?

@joannanderson3076 9 месяцев назад

Or maybe just A feather?

@carlottayolivaldez6323 8 месяцев назад

I have the same flower frog . I use it to hold my paint brushes .

@odilegabayengel4192 9 месяцев назад

PS: I have the same cat issue; my furniture (mostly white/linen Pottery Barn style) is totally ruined, particularly all my sofas and my wicker armchairs in my little sun room full of plants… it is a total disaster and the only solution I found is maybe waiting for her to go without never replacing her in the future (she is 15, but looks like she will live 100 !!! ) Pets are wonderful, but if you have them in your home, do not expect to save anything precious ; the American culture is prioritizing the pets over precious decoration. My parents, who live in Europe in a castel where walls are covered with silk and carpet are from Persia, keep their dog outside. He is only allowed inside the kitchen, where the floor is clay tiled the walls stones and the cabinets hard wood. There is no other solution, it is just a choice….and of course trim the nails/claws

@garymcdade4446 9 месяцев назад

They do love their dogs in Europe . . . except for Spain, I lived there for 3 years and the only dogs I saw were owned by American service men and oh yea, once I saw from my rooftop some Spanish children throwing tiny puppies against a stone wall killing them. I yelled at them and they ran away laughing. Houses in America are more like kennels than homes.

@valeriaraposo3434 8 месяцев назад

Choose a table leg and roll some rope around it! You may also choose one of that same leg and glue to the side a brush so that they rubb themselves against it. Cats instinct is to do their nails on a tree. The high of the leg will give them that same feeling... 😊

@sheribaudino1987 8 месяцев назад

Thank you! 😊

@jolynnpuente347 9 месяцев назад

They’re called Cat scratching posts for a reason and they WORK!

@debranicholson9223 9 месяцев назад

I have had great luck with cardboard scratching boxes and teay(I use some of each) ii have one in every room.that pretty much stopped the furniture scratching..not real cute..but saves furniture. They come with packets of catnip to sprinkle on as well. Good luck!

@MariaRodriguez-ts3bg 9 месяцев назад

Great job as always. Please let us know what works for your cats. I had the same problem and placed sheets on my leather sofas at night. I remove them during day time.

@juliecree8756 9 месяцев назад

I always use a flower frog for pens. Have given them to all my friends too

@cathykirkmcrae7727 9 месяцев назад

I use a green flower frog for small scissors, nail clippers, & nail files.

@cathykirkmcrae7727 9 месяцев назад

About the cats. It is their nature to scratch and for the health of their claws, which if they were out in nature, they would be used for defense. Cut them often but it would be hard to keep they from doing what comes naturally for them (ask me how I know). Keep a spray bottle near by and spritz them if you catch them doing it. Also keep lots of scratching posts around for them that they are allowed to scratch.

@HomeMadeVintage 9 месяцев назад

Girl you got me when you said you painted the desk…my stomach dropped! 😂

@reganschultz9119 8 месяцев назад

love this video and all of your content, you are a beautiful old soul :) where do you order your lampshades from (sorry if this is already covered somewhere)? I love lamp content because I don't understand lamps - but definitely need to figure it out. Cheers!

@karlaristow3816 9 месяцев назад

The flower holder "frog" is great to hold vintage ink pens

@SheHoldsDearly 9 месяцев назад

OOh, good idea!

@garymcdade4446 9 месяцев назад

Just recently Linda Vater on her gardening youtube channel talked about how rare it is to find glass frogs. She searched online and there are plastic ones but the old fashioned glass ones are cherished by those who possess them so there is little hope of finding one in your local thrift store.

@aliciaahlvers8741 9 месяцев назад

I find trimming their nails regularly really has an impact on leaving things alone. Mine are now resigned and sit pretty well for it. I am also pretty careful about what fabrics I use.

@gwenelliott4593 9 месяцев назад

There is a device that you can attach to the cord of your lamp and then a remote that you plug into an existing outlet in the room that will run that lamp. I thought it was on Amazon but I couldn’t find it in the few minutes I had to look. That may be an option for you.

@pollyporter-campbell7493 9 месяцев назад

Beautiful styling. I think your shells are oyster ones.

@xoxoizzie365 8 месяцев назад

Temporarily add sticky tape sheets to the chairs, it will make them dislike the chairs (and it only makes them uncomfortable doesn't harm them!) Jackson Galaxy has videos on this

@mrsboz777 9 месяцев назад

You can go to the vet and have their nails capped. We had a scratching post and a tree limb for scratching. Cats cannot stand Citrus smells. You can try orange oil. Capping works wonders. If you do it, don't let them out. Nails are a defense against other cats, etc.

@LisaMarie-br8tn 9 месяцев назад

I capped my own 4 cats it's super easy and you can buy them in bulk online for a few dollars! They really do work wonders.

@katrinanortje705 9 месяцев назад

Hi Try citrus spray as cats don’t like the smell. You may need to repeat but eventually she will stop scratching.

@rebornhome 9 месяцев назад

Looks like oyster shells- your room is so perfect

@phyllisshand6183 9 месяцев назад

Our cat loves the scratching post. It isn’t large but is next to the door. She uses it first thing when she enters the house and doesn’t touch the furniture. Simply an observation - I wonder if the work space portion of the secretary has a little too much stuff. Just pare back a little - maybe remove the cotton string. As well, perhaps it is in your plans, are you painting or even repainting the door?

@SarahsOctoberHome 9 месяцев назад

Your dress is Beautiful.🫶🏻

@SheHoldsDearly 8 месяцев назад

Thank you! 😊It was from Amazon! rstyle.me/+J6rpq8vbzpKbKWWS-lygKw

@juliatj6022 9 месяцев назад

may be your cats dont have anything else where to scratch their claws. you can put a scratching (in your case should be probably removable)post or mat. thye dont do it on purpose, its an instict, they need to sharpen their claws somewhere.

@terrychancellor4593 9 месяцев назад

I was just going to say to use a rechargeable bulb. I thought there were some that last much longer than 4 hours but perhaps those are the puck bulbs.

@chriswells4400 9 месяцев назад

I have 3 house cats that do go outside occasionally. Only one scratches on my upholstered furniture. I raised her from a kitten, I have no idea why she scratches and the other two never do! They have 3 scratching posts in the house. If someone has a magic solution I would love to know about it too. And I am so happy you did not paint that secretary desk!😀

@shellyanderson2220 9 месяцев назад

What about putting mini beeswax taper candles in the frog! 😊

@vivienmcnaul109 9 месяцев назад

You could by two bulbs and charge one and use one the way with tool batteries

@carlapflasterer7887 9 месяцев назад

I really like the color of the dog bookends. I’m happy you did not paint the desk. It’s pretty wood.

@KatieDixon-ll5ml 9 месяцев назад

What spray paint did you use on the dog bookends??? Loved it!

@SheHoldsDearly 8 месяцев назад

Champagne Bronze! My new favorite Gold! rstyle.me/+sQ5-8Zps7a2N7R_FRuE-zQ

@terrizimmerman5297 9 месяцев назад

You’re an inspiration. I like the bookends gilded. If my cat was damaging my furniture, it would have been re-homed long ago.

@felicitypickford6157 9 месяцев назад

Your French lamp with candles is called bouillotte...and that is pronounced 'booyot'. Best wishes from France!

@TheCottageHouse 9 месяцев назад

I love the desk and the way you styled it. I think the white mirror over it, takes away from it. Just my opinion, I’m not a professional. Lol But I love the new look.

@glendagrant9042 9 месяцев назад

Me too. I went back and looked a couple if times. It definitely takes away from the look. Like a sudden scratch in a lovely soft recording 😮! For those old enough to remember what an old record player sounded like.😊

@TheCottageHouse 9 месяцев назад

@@glendagrant9042, yes I remember. Lol

@micheledryden1057 9 месяцев назад

❤❤❤

@sheribaudino1987 8 месяцев назад

Love the wall! Could you share the brand of paint and color,please. Thank you! 😊

@SheHoldsDearly 8 месяцев назад

Sherwin William - "Slate Tile"

@marjoriegreen2 9 месяцев назад

What was the brand name of the gilding spray paint on the dog bookends, it looks great!

@SheHoldsDearly 8 месяцев назад

Champagne Bronze! My new favorite Gold! rstyle.me/+sQ5-8Zps7a2N7R_FRuE-zQ

@patriciavelazquez1010 9 месяцев назад

You should declaw them I did and there was no problem

@tammypierce3250 9 месяцев назад

That desk/secretary is beautiful. I would Agee with not painting it. Some pieces can be painted without hurting the long term value, but those antiques made with beautiful and expensive woods should not be painted. Even if they may not be in style at the time, they will come back in style if they are made well and beautiful. There was a time in the 30’s and 40’s where women painted all the old furniture they had to change up the look. My mom spent much of the 60’s stripping the paint off of many beautiful antique pieces, some of which I have in my home now. While I have a few painted pieces in my home, watching my mother growing up I learned not to paint over beautiful oak or walnut if the piece is made well and in excellent shape. They will endure the test of time.

@maryjeanderus74 9 месяцев назад

Clay marbles in the flower frog??

@rfelice5 9 месяцев назад

Can you please share where your brown and cream print dress is from? It is so feminine and looks lovely on you.

@SheHoldsDearly 8 месяцев назад

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@katt6894 9 месяцев назад

I'm surprised that your cats are scratching the furniture since they go outside. Maybe, since you have multiple animals, they are trying to claim their territory inside. Hope you can work it out. Thanks for the great video!

@thesuburbanchateau1278 9 месяцев назад

What kind of camera are you using?

@SheHoldsDearly 8 месяцев назад

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@reneeshannon358 9 месяцев назад

Sorry to hear my idea I gave you of the pens did not work in your frog ! Some frogs have deeper holes and work better than others.

@odilegabayengel4192 9 месяцев назад

It is indeed called a “lampe bouillotte” , which is a French Empire style very popular lamp, from the Empire (Napoleon Bonaparte) time, early 1800s’. The word “bouillotte” refers to the shape of a “bouillotte”, an hermetic recipient containing boiling water to warm beds during the winters. I agree the word bouillotte is difficult to pronounce if you are not French born ! (Booh-yo-t-heu). Beautiful setting for the secretary, so glad you did not paint it. As for the need of a lamp and the darkness of the room…. It just comes from this terrible dark color you did put on the walls of a living room that should be full of light…🙂

@garymcdade4446 9 месяцев назад

"TERRIBLE DARK COLOR" ??? Did you not get that she is going for DARK ACADEMIA style? Did you see it before she painted it . . . WHITE, WHITE, WHITE and it was plain jane. I personally am into the dark academia . . . my living room is a forest green, my library is deep blue, and my bedroom is chocolate brown. Guests to my home always compliment me about the color of my walls.

@odilegabayengel4192 9 месяцев назад

@@garymcdade4446 Everyone has his own taste. Good for you if you like dark, because it is you living in your home 🙂I am full white/linen, light everywhere, sun, sun room, joy, beauty, purity, innocence and lightness. Like she indeed was before

@maeb7723 9 месяцев назад

Well that was rude. You may not care for the dark wall color, but wow! That was totally unnecessary.

@alysonsmith6998 9 месяцев назад

I've seen remote control lightbulbs, no plug needed

@cindymarie2475 9 месяцев назад

Please don’t be mad, but I think the lamp looks too big. I feel a small milk glass lamp would work better. Even one with a shade so you can put your fabric on it. I have an antique dome glass lamp that brings more light to the area.❤

@meeshell91365 9 месяцев назад

I think it’s totally fine that you didn’t paint the furniture, but I think it’s also fine if you did! Where is the rule that you can’t paint an antique? From what I gather, if you are looking to sell an antique and want to retain its value, it’s probably not best to paint it, but if you don’t care, then go for it! I was recently looking at a post in a decorating group where a woman posted a photo of a gorgeous antique armoire and she had painted it white and then distressed it. She had found the piece in an old barn and it would have been headed to the landfill. It looked amazing! But I could not believe all the hateful and ugly comments she got from women over her choice to paint it. I was literally shocked that people in a decorating group could be so mean over something that really didn’t matter! I paint antique furniture all the time and I also have pieces that I leave as is! It fits my home and I love it that way! I can still appreciate the beauty and craftsmanship even if there are a few layers of paint on it! Just wanted to voice this as I see this touchy subject all the time!! Everything turned out beautifully, Sarah!! 🥰

@lianeabeyta4515 9 месяцев назад

Love the secretary and the styling.... but , my personal opinion is that the white lamp does not feel right with all the vintage books and items in the cubbies. It looks so modern, and everything else looks like it has a history.