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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Rhoda, it’s absolutely beautiful! And because it’s new to me, it looks perfect just the way it is. I would love to paint my dining room red but I don’t think I can get my hubby on board with that.
But, on the other hand, had the walls been painted a bluish hue, I’m sure I would have loved it just as well. So, I am of absolutely no help whatsoever to you!
Love,
Julie
Hi Rhoda,
I love the red and creamware together with your dark dining room but blue is so pretty too. Blue always reminds me of the sea and sky. I’m so bad when it comes to making paint decisions, it’s hard for me to picture the finished product. I also love your curtains. Oh and I love your new background for your blog. Okay, how many times did I say I loved something?? LOL But I really do. Happy 4th.
Your pieces are lovely.
My vote for your walls is. The grayed down aqua blue.
Or even a gray.
I know you have a great eye and will make a great choice.
CIao
Glenda
I love your dinning room now, wow you have great taste. Love the display you did a wonderful job. Well in my opinion I would go with a creamy gold. I think it would go great with the chairs and curtain’s.
But that is just my opinion any way. What ever you paint it, it will be beautiful.
Hugs;
Alaura
I just went through the same issue with my red dining room! It was very similar to your red. I got new dining room furniture that is dark and has a reddish tone to it. As soon as the furniture was put in the room I didn’t like the red walls anymore so we primed and repainted the walls a light/medium tan. But now seeing your red walls, furniture, and creamware I wonder if I made a mistake. Yours is really pretty! I don’t have much on my dining room walls: a white shelf with my Grandmothers blue and white Christmas plates on it and a monogram “M” vinyl applique – and that’s it because I’m afraid of making poor decorating errors. Ha!
ha ha Like Marie, I have red walls in the study and love them BUT about the time I got ready to tell him I wanted to prime and repaint, we decided to sell 🙂 The new owner likes it the way it is, so it’ll stay reddish. With your dining area, I like the red but love the blue tone. And regardless of the tan or blue walls, I’d still go with a light blue on the ceiling~can’t wait to see what you choose!!
That red looks “rich”! If it isn’t broke, don’t fix it. Your home is beautiful girl.
Hugs,
Judy (in McDonough)
Morning Rhodo! Just wanted to pop in and wish you a very happy fourth of July! Your red walls will look so patriotic tomorrow. Throw on a blue tablecloth and you’re all set!
Pop in to see me sometimes,
Be a sweetie,
Shelia 😉
Hi girl! What a surprise post this is! I always associated you with red dining rooms because yours is so pretty. There are lots of opinions here…..everyone loves the red including me.
I can understand how you feel about wanting to change it but truthfully I’m on the fence about this…..Like you I’m not a real blue lover but am growing fond of blue hues since I love blue/white transfer-ware so much. Someone mentioned having a photoshop image….that would give you a visual & be really helpful in your decision. So…….
Have you thought about how the blue color would change the feel of the room? Would it make it appear larger & give it a cooler feeling? Will you like the fabric on the chairs as much if you change the wall color? Will the space feel summery, beachy? Will you want to add more blues to the kitchen & LR if you change the DR color?
Guess you’ll just have to sit on the couch & let your eyes wander from room to room to figure it out!
Can’t wait to see the results,
x hugs o, DebraK
What a great collection and your use of the white shelves just “pulled it all together”. On your 6th photo I spotted a little planter with “fleur de lis” design on it. One of my good friends collects light green planters and she had located that very design you have, but in the sweetest green. I have fallen in love with that pattern now. Thanks for sharing another great post.
Not crazy about the blue on your banner, I like your red room. I vote keep it. Are you looking to change for something to blog about or because you really NEED a change ? Food for thought !
Love the new blue background! Very pretty!
And the white ceramic is just poppingly beautiful agasint the red wall! You’re such a great decorator!
Happy 4th Rhoda, hope you and Peter have a great holiday. We are headed down to Newport, RI for a few, looking forward to it !!
Kathy 🙂
Wow! That is stunning! I love all your creamware! I sure wish I had a large dining room like that to decorate!
As far as paint color….I love the blue!!! Of course anybody that knows me would have guessed that but I think it will look so beautiful with your creamware, your dark wood and every thing else in your beautiful room!
I love the red but I am, so in love with that neautral blue color. My walls have a similar color in them now, with a bit more greenish tint. I love them both!
Oh Rhoda…don’t change it. It’s wonderful just the way it is. I love the red and all the white just pops on it.
Hugs!
Kat
I don’t know if they are the same but I have similar black & cream toile drapes in my kitchen (Yes!) with gold walls. Julie Schaal (Carroll, IA)
Okay a little late-love your red! Every room in your home is amazing. But the gray & gold combo is STRIKING! Julie Schaal (Carroll, IA)
I would definitely paint the dining room a beautiful shade of mint green. Which would compliment the black & white toile & would pair beautifully with the creamware collection. Creating a fresh feel to the room and provide a strong back drop for dining, as green is know to increase ones appetite.
I also like a little spacing between the creamware collection, it needs negative space.
That is sooo the color of my dining room. Mine needs some help. Maybe I’ll post pics asking for suggestions. But I love the red and it is the only room in the house that will not be painted anytime soon.
I love the creamware collection. I was just thinking this morning that I need a collection of some sort. My DR is a blank canvas for the most part.