You may remember my diningroom, which has a nice collection of white creamware, odd pieces picked up at yardsales, gifts from blogfriends, and thriftstores. A hodge-podge collection, not priceless at all, but it sure looks good all grouped together. I had collected 3 shelves in my diningroom, two from yardsales and one I bought 1/2 price at Hobby Lobby, so I needed one more shelf to complete my grouping of two shelves on each side of the buffet. I knew if I waited it out, I would find one and sure enough, this turned up at a yardsale recently for $5. Brand new in the box from Hobby Lobby.
So, two coats of white trim paint later, I was ready to hang the new shelf.
Both sides have 2 shelves now
And I do love the all white collection in here.
The shelves are really full now and I don’t have room for much more. New shelf is the one on top….I still want to add some platters and plates above this grouping…..
Like I did on the opposite side, so I’ll still have my eyes out for at least one more platter. See those cute bunny napkin rings? Those were a gift from sweet Kim at Daisy Cottage.
I love how all the shelves don’t match, but painting them all white unifies them.
I have some ideas on changing out these lampshades to a nice creamy linen with a crisp black monogram. One of my friends just started a monogram business, so she’s doing them for me. I think I’d like small drum shades on them, but if I don’t find what I want, I’ll just cover these in linen.
The new skinnier shelf works perfectly with the wider shelf below it.
And perfect for holding all those treasures. I love being able to grab a vase or bowl when I need it.
I picked up these sweet little birdies when I was in Lakeland awhile back thrifting with Kim and they look right at home with my creamware collection.Now, here’s a question for y’all to help me with! What do you think about me changing the paint in my DR from red to either a neutral lighter creamy gold OR a soft grayed down aqua blue?? I do not want to change my black/tan toile drapery panels, nor will I change the upholstered DR chairs which are a gold/black flecked chennile. Those panels have got to stay for now. Here’s a paint sample of the blue I used in one of my baths, Wedgewood Gray, just for a visual. I’d probably go a bit lighter than this and I’m thinking about Palladian Blue. Or I could do a blue ceiling and creamy tone on the walls. I want to make sure I keep the flow going and this red really works with my green kitchen and gold walls elsewhere. 
What do you think?? Does this sound totally wacky? I’d love to hear some opinions…I haven’t quite decided on anything yet, but I’m mulling over the paint options. I still love red, but I’m thinking my dark wood furniture might be better served if I lightened up the paint in there.
What do you think?? Does this sound totally wacky? I’d love to hear some opinions…I haven’t quite decided on anything yet, but I’m mulling over the paint options. I still love red, but I’m thinking my dark wood furniture might be better served if I lightened up the paint in there.
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I had red in my dining room in Florida and loved it. Since we are using our foyer as a dining room I am not getting to decorate a “dining room” again. If you are tired of the red I think you ought to go blue. Everywhere you look the blue is in this year so I think it would look great with the other items.
I personally prefer the red. It so warm and inviting. The room says “come sit, be comfortable, and linger” to me.
My kitchen is a darker red, Ruby Ring by Behr, and although I love the color it lacks the warmth your dining room has. I’m working on adding more red, green, and gold into some windows treatments, once I find the right fabric and hope to be able to replace a large glass top table and chairs with a smaller, black distressed farmhouse style table. Every one I’ve seen is too large for the space, but I love the look so much, I’m considering creating my own using 4×6 posts, decorative moldings, and treated lumber!
Rhoda, I know in my heart that whatever you do decide, it will be beautiful, just like you.
Morning Rhoda! Oh, how very nice your white shelves look on your walls. You have a wonderful collection fo creamware. Hummmm, maybe if you don’t need…well, when I come to visit, don’t turn your back! lol I love your red walls, but I have red walls in my kitchen and I’m so ready for a change too. Whatever you decide, I’m sure will look wonderful.
Be as sweetie,
Shelia 😉
I love your dining room! I do love the red, but if you changing colors to one of those two you mentioned, I just wouldn’t go with the neutral one. I would def go with the blue color. I think it would look great!
I love your red walls. I have found that Red walls wrap their arms around anything that you hang on them. White on a light wall might look clean, but it wouldn’t pop. Of course, it is all about what you desire in a look.
My kitchen has really dark cabinetry. When I was looking for paint in decorating books, I noticed they always put dark paint and wallpaper with dark wood giving it a richer look.
Have you thought about striping the wall above the chair rail? If you are looking for more light in your room, a white or the color of your column, stripe on the red might work. I love stripes. I have stripes in most of my rooms.I have some stripes that are 9 inches wide.
Your room looks very rich and warm.
Oh – I love the red…but I also know that light blue is suppose to be the ‘in’ color right now.. I still like the red though..
Rhoda,
Whatever color you decide to go with you will make it look great.
Brandee 🙂
Hi there..
I love Red..my dining room is red, Confederate Red (benjamin moore) to be exact.
How I have it in my dining room, which I love going on now for 3 years, is Above the chair rail is the red, then its white chairrail, then below is Manchester Tan, also ben moore paint. If you are interested in seeing that,I can email you a picture. My blog is not updated yet..alot going on here.
My opinion is —
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I think I remember you posting at the decorating forum – they often photoshop a photo for people when asked — could you ask them to photoshop it first before you go through all that work?
Do you think your wanting to change the color has to do with the season? Right now, I am all into my summer mode and can’t remember why I didn’t paint everything light blue and white in my bedroom but I know fall/winter is around the corner and I will love the cozy feel of my yellows/blacks/etc. Ya know?
That being said – I’d love to see the photoshop of that room with the blue.
Margie
Well, I am going to be the Lone Ranger in this, but I think a neutral creamy gold like you mentioned would be just absolutely stunning.
It would allow your furniture and accessories to be the pop in your room, instead of the wall color being the pop.
I have a beautiful buttery cream color on my walls, and I use a lot of white accessories (especially in my dining room). They make a beautiful statement against the wall color – rich, subtle and elegant. The color has proven to be a perfect backdrop for any accompanying color I choose.
We used Halcyon Green (light to medium aqua) in a few areas of our newly built home. We love it. It is a nice shade to see on a regular basis.
I vote for the blue tone.
Betty in Oklahoma
Hi Rhoda,
Your cream collection looks great. I wouldn’t change those red walls at all. It looks wonderful just like it is. But I so understand the desire to change things around. I’m sure whatever you do will be wonderful. I’ve been lurking lately, but haven’t posted a comment sorry. But you’ve sure been busy and your house looks wonderful as always.
I just love your creamware collection! I really like your red walls, and in fact, I used to have my dining room almost the same color, but painted it SW Blonde this past year. I have to say I do like it and I feel it provides a more neutral background for my accessories. So I think you could definitely go with a creamy gold or with the aqua color you suggested. Can’t wait to see what you do with it!
Rhoda, I have enjoyed going back and reading all I had missed! You have been busy! Glad you enjoyed Deeper Still..heard it was so good.
Love the white shelves and collection. I think the blue would look great!
I hate those letter things, too. I have only had a few comments that disturbed me…it is easy enough to delete them.
That network, FLN, does have some good shoes..but will have to check that one out.
Good to hear about the fabric store in Bessemmer. I had heard about a great one in Atlanta…but maybe I won’t have to go so far.
I can’t even go there about your DR wall color cause you know I love red! Whatever you decide will be right and gorgeous.
I had started a post about cremeware last week and got sidetracked. I found some wonderful treasures in storage that I had when I was in my shabby chic stage….two tureens and some other things too! Wait until you see them…I’ll try and do that post by the weekend.
Coming down to the wire on a decision on the kitchen, etc. I want your thoughts before I make a decision (if that’s okay?).
Ya’ll have a safe and wonderful
4th. I’ll talk to ya later.
Hugs!
Judy
Rhoda,
Love your blog, you have the magic touch in everything you do!
I think the blue would look so fresh & pretty. I think it would look wonderful with your existing drapes, white shelves and beautiful white creamware. I can’t wait to see what you do!
~Kate
Hi Rhoda 🙂
I love all the cuteness on those shelves!
As far as paint color, I would love blue with the black and tan toile and I think it would be absolutely divine 🙂
You are so good at decor, that it’ll be beautiful no matter what you choose.
hugs,
rue
I love seeing your collections! I really love the red walls. I’m sure blue or tan would look gorgeous too.
Love all the cream! My favorite is the pitcher with the sphere top and birdie on it.
I really like the red in there, it really makes the creamware pop. Also I like it with the white and black toile drapes. If you HAVE to change it, I vote for a light blue, not beige or cream.
OOOOOOOOOOOOOOOOOOOH I love your creamware collection Rhoda! You’ve gathered together a wonderful family of gorgeous pieces! Love how you’ve cleverly displayed them too! They just play off your walls in the best eye-catching way! Great job girlfriend! Let’s see – of course I love the red, but I’m like you and sometimes I just crave a change – so many yummy colors, so little time.. right? 😉 I think a blue would be fabulous and fresh and I know you’d make it gorgeous! Whatever you decide will be beautiful and we get to have the fun of enjoying the fruits of your labor without doing any of the work! LOL
xo,
Kim