I knew you guys wouldn’t disappoint when I asked for your input on what color to paint our Dining Room, and I loved all your responses! But what I didn’t expect, was how many of you would choose Option B…red walls and pink ceiling! Either we share an addiction to color, or you know I’m not afraid to make a bold choice. Second place was Option A…pale pink walls and red ceiling. And to be fully transparent…just as many chose Option E…and thought I’d totally lost my marbles. But that’s another post entirely.
I, too, love how the Sherwin-Williams Color Visualizer illustrated the room with red walls. Like, really love it. And you know I’m not shy about color (you remember this room, don’t you?). If the Dining Room were fully contained, I’d likely go for it. But with such an open floor plan, the room is basically an extension of the Living Room and Entrance Hall, and I fear the red would overpower everything and become the sole focal point. So I went back through my Pinterest board of ideas for our Dining Room…and there was a single repeating factor.
Room after room that made my heart flutter had pale pink walls. Pinterest boards don’t lie, people! If you’re pinning something over and over, there’s a reason. I also read somewhere that the glow of a pink room is most flattering for people. Who doesn’t want to look good in their own home?!
I’d better decide quick, the painter will be here Friday! Follow me on InstaGram (@cassiesugarplum) or Facebook for sneak peeks. Why do I suddenly feel nauseous?! It’s just paint!
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modern jane wrote:
You're right! It's just paint! Can't wait to see it!
I've been thinking of taking my living room from an aqua/turquoisey color to a pale pink. My furniture is a lovely marine blue and my drapes a vintage blue/green floral pattern. My problem is that I can't find the right pink! Not baby girl, not orchid, not coral, not teenage girl angst pink, not flesh. I've tried a couple samples and it's just not right yet. I'm eagerly awaiting your color choice and to see how it looks!
Oh the suspense!! haha I know whatever you pick will be beautiful! But yes, it is just paint, right? I have to remind myself that all the time. It's so exciting though to have a change!
Sah-weet, it’s Monday {dripping with sarcasm}! I was sorry to see this glorious weekend end, but I’m excited to show you the newest project in Babygirl’s Room! I actually started a post last night, but my gluttony from the weekend caught up with me, and my sodium-swollen-sausage-fingers prevented me from getting it done. That, and I was catching up on The Bachelor. What?!!? Overnight dates in the fantasy suites, people!
But I am guest posting today on my friend Cassie’s blog, Primitive & Proper. I’m kicking off her new series (no pressure!), “A Colorful World.” She’s got a great line-up of bloggers talking about their favorite colors, and of course I snatched up my fave:
But of course I don’t mean all that pink! I’m talking about delicious, perfect pink in home design! Come check out my Colorful World post and get your week started out on a sweet note.
You're right! It's just paint! Can't wait to see it!
The pink is pretty and you love it! So go for it!
Pinterest knows you better than you know yourself 😉 Love the pale pink. Its a more livable colour long term too.
So exciting! I can't wait to see what you decide. All the rooms above are just divine in pale pink!
I missed that one, but I love the pink walls and red ceiling! good luck!
beautiful and comfortable, I also want a pink room like this, good luck!
Good luck with the painting. I can't wait to see how it turns out. Very exciting!!!
Oooo can't wait to see what the final product looks like!
I've been thinking of taking my living room from an aqua/turquoisey color to a pale pink. My furniture is a lovely marine blue and my drapes a vintage blue/green floral pattern. My problem is that I can't find the right pink! Not baby girl, not orchid, not coral, not teenage girl angst pink, not flesh. I've tried a couple samples and it's just not right yet. I'm eagerly awaiting your color choice and to see how it looks!
Oh the suspense!! haha I know whatever you pick will be beautiful! But yes, it is just paint, right? I have to remind myself that all the time. It's so exciting though to have a change!
Okay. So I had no idea I even liked pink. But it seems as if I do after all of those beautiful images….
Bring on the pink!!! Love it.
I also take a million years to pick a paint colour, I hear ya.
When at a funeral, did you ever notice that the light fixtures that are directly over the casket put out pink light?
Can't wait to see what you choose!! 🙂
What a great idea! I think it will turn out beautiful! Can't wait to see pictures!!
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I am definitely claiming a pink room someday. Especially if this family remains all boys!!
It's just paint and it will be gorgeous!