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Welcome to the Refresh your room party!!!!!

March 7, 2011 By Jennifer

Can you feel it? It’s almost here… Spring is in the air! Welcome March! Time to shake off the February funk’s!
To join in on the party,
Refresh one room, make it new!
Some ideas are: moving furniture, pillows, pictures or just adding flowers.

The rules are:

1. You must link to this specific party in your post and you must link up your specific post, not your general blog address.
2. Link up a room you refreshed, an older post is fine as long as you amend it.
Hints for more traffic from the party:
-Pick a thumbnail that captures the essence of your post, it draws people in.
-Make your pictures large or extra large in your post; little pictures are harder to look at.
-Title your thumbnail descriptively on what you want your commenters to see. If you just say “living room” as opposed to  “total spring kitchen update”. What sounds more interesting to you?
– And comment, comment, comment. The more comments you leave, the more traffic you’ll get back.
-Have fun!
I chose my living room; it really needed a pick up.  I felt like everything was jammed in there. We had been so busy with the kitchen; that this room was just shoved back together.
I swapped out the mirror from over my breakfast nook and the dresser for the computer area
 And then I added mismatched pillows for that springy “boho” look.  A trip to my quilting store and about $8 in fabric helped.
 My wheels are turning on the walls… I think it’s time to paint ( Did I just hear my husband cry?).
 The hutch was moved from the corner  and the wood dresser (that I still can’t bring myself to paint) went into the other room.
I moved my dictionary collection  from downstairs.
I found the birdie candle at  a yard sale last year for a quarter.
Lots of green and fresh…. I can’t believe I haven’t killed this fern yet.
One of my sweet reader’s, Pat, sent me this really inspiring book. I’ve been pouring over the pages at night. It fit perfectly in with the spring updating. Thank you Pat!
Some $4.99 Tulips from our Trader Joe’s and a vintage hotel service ewer
made the perfect pretty accent.
 and I had to buy one potted tulip to last a bit longer, and brighten the space. I am a sucker for real flowers.
Link up with your refreshed rooms! I am ready to be inspired for spring!



For another spring party, Stop over at Thrifty Decor Chick’s!

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Comments

  1. songskatesang says

    March 7, 2011 at 4:31 am

    Really, really fresh and lovely! I really like it. Great job.

  2. Stacey@A Sort Of Fairytale says

    March 7, 2011 at 4:33 am

    your living room looks so pretty, i love that mirror and it looks beautiful in it’s new “home”! wish i could participate in the Refresh Party, but i am packing up to move…

  3. The Little Red Shop says

    March 7, 2011 at 4:36 am

    I love that you bought a birdie candle at a yard sale for 25 cents.

    : )

    Julie M.

    ps ditto on the mirror! It is beautiful.

  4. Pam says

    March 7, 2011 at 4:51 am

    I love all of your birds! Such a pretty room.

    Thanks for hosting this party.

    Pam

  5. Lisa @ Fern Creek Cottage says

    March 7, 2011 at 4:56 am

    Your living room looks so bright and lovely! Such a cool combo of cottage, vintage and boho! Such a great party idea! It gave me the kick in the pants I needed to get my bathroom done and I’m so happy I did it!

  6. Mary Ellen says

    March 7, 2011 at 5:01 am

    Oh my what a breath of Spring air your room has!! Such sweet changes here and there to make the room look so fresh!

    Thank you for letting me link to your lovely party!

    bee blessed
    mary

  7. Michelle @ Sweet Something Design says

    March 7, 2011 at 5:06 am

    Jennifer, thank you for hosting, such a great idea for a party. I look forward to looking around! You’ve done a wonderful job refreshing your room!

  8. Debra@Common Ground says

    March 7, 2011 at 5:28 am

    Hi Jennifer, love how you mix and match to create such a fresh springy look. Thanks for hosting a great party,
    xo,
    Debra

  9. WhiteWhispers2u says

    March 7, 2011 at 5:59 am

    Wow! That mirror looks great.Great Job~Cheers Kim

  10. Evermore Organics says

    March 7, 2011 at 7:07 am

    Loving the pillows!

  11. Pattie says

    March 7, 2011 at 12:55 pm

    Jennifer looks so pretty, thank you for hosting..

    Pattie

  12. Ricki Jill Treleaven says

    March 7, 2011 at 12:59 pm

    Your room, accessories, and especially your pillows look great! I really like your lovely living room. 😀

  13. The Hopeless Romantic says

    March 7, 2011 at 1:28 pm

    I love it! Especially the pillows. So springy looking. Love the way uve used the old books too. thanks for hosting………Bonnie

  14. Sarah at myyellowhouse says

    March 7, 2011 at 1:29 pm

    your changes made such a huge difference…I love the books behind the couch. and can I say…you have the two best couches ever! Really really pretty ~

  15. Penny @ The Comforts of Home/Lavender Hill Studio says

    March 7, 2011 at 1:43 pm

    You room looks wonderful Jen! I love that mirror over the couch and the tulips in the vintage silver pitcher are so pretty!
    Hugs,
    Penny

  16. Beth West www.northernskyart.wordpress.com says

    March 7, 2011 at 2:29 pm

    We have clouds, ice and rain everywhere today. I would love to visit you in your cheerful, sunny room. You’ve done a beautiful job.

  17. Chrissy...The Apothecary Shop says

    March 7, 2011 at 3:06 pm

    Oh Jen….how utterly pretty…all the changes just make the room sing!!! Love the fresh tulips too…I can’t live without those this time of year…you must be so pleased…lots of love my dear friend! x0x0x0

  18. Secret Garden Cottage says

    March 7, 2011 at 3:25 pm

    Your room is just beautiful, Jennifer!! It’s amazing how just a few little changes can really freshen a room up for us. Love the fresh tulips!
    I’ve been trying to join the party, but it keeps telling me that my thumbnail picture is too big, so I don’t know what I can do. 🙁 I’ve never come across this problem before. Any suggestions?
    Happy Monday!
    ~ Jo 🙂

  19. PicturePerfectPixies says

    March 7, 2011 at 3:37 pm

    I thought there is no way you could improve house. It is so beautiful!

    But, I was wrong! Your house looks so refreshing! Thanks for your inspiration! Now I need to get off my derriere and refresh my own.

  20. Sixty-Fifth Avenue says

    March 7, 2011 at 3:45 pm

    Love your new springy pillows, your living room is so pretty! Thanks for hosting a fun party…I’ll take all the spring I can get!

  21. Jen says

    March 7, 2011 at 6:25 pm

    You made me laugh out loud with the time to paint comment and that you think you heard your husband cry!…I’m experiencing similar reactions here, getting ready for my first ever studio tour and hubbie is more worried about me actually painting canvases than walls, but I want my place to look good too! Glad to know I’m not the only crazy person around! By the way, your room is beautiful!

  22. Anne Marie... says

    March 7, 2011 at 7:26 pm

    the mirror is brilliant…and the dresser is SO much nicer right there I think it makes the room look HUGE! love all the changes – and the the springy look –

    totally forgot about the party today…..try to get something together okay??

  23. Susan says

    March 7, 2011 at 8:46 pm

    Hello Jennifer,
    I really like how you freshened up your gorgeous room! I could only take close-up shots today, as my rooms need tidying up before a spring overhaul. 🙂
    Love your blog and am now following,
    Susan

  24. traci says

    March 7, 2011 at 8:48 pm

    love the mirror. and the dresser and the clock………

    you get my point. looks beautiful. i need to do this. i still have a couple snowmen up. yikes.

  25. pat says

    March 7, 2011 at 9:03 pm

    Great party Jen! It was so much fun looking at all the Spring inspiration. Love your living room. Take care sweetie pie.

  26. Andrea at Opulent Cottage says

    March 7, 2011 at 10:16 pm

    Love your pillows, Jen! I’m sure you already know how much those would cost at Anthro :)) Thanks for hosting us today!
    xo, Andrea

  27. Pamela says

    March 7, 2011 at 11:06 pm

    Hi Jennifer!

    I just joined your linky party for the first time!
    I am still learning how to enlarge my photos without screwing everything up lol !!

    Love your blog!

    Pamela 🙂

  28. Pam - diy Design Fanatic says

    March 8, 2011 at 12:16 am

    I love your changes. So pretty! Thanks for hosting!

  29. Linda@Coastal Charm says

    March 8, 2011 at 12:28 am

    Looks so stunning…with so many thrifty items…hop over and share them at my party…hope to see ya there:)

    Blessings,
    Linda

  30. Martina says

    March 8, 2011 at 12:52 am

    Jennifer your living room is beautiful and you have such pretty accessories! I think my favorite is the silver pitcher with the tulips. Have a great week, Martina

  31. Connie says

    March 8, 2011 at 1:39 am

    I have a mirror exactly like yours that had belonged to my mother. I taped off and covered the mirror and sprayed it creamy white. It’s hung over my mantle now for many years and I still love it. Isn’t it heavier than it looks?

  32. Heaven's Walk - says

    March 8, 2011 at 1:39 am

    Jennifer ~ I truly love the way you mix textures, colors, and prints! Very boho chic! LUV!!!! ♥ Thanks for this fun linky party, girl!

    xoxo laurie

  33. Kristin @ My Uncommon Slice of Suburbia says

    March 8, 2011 at 2:38 am

    So pretty, makes me ready for spring!
    I’m linking up my spring mantel in hopes for some warm weather. thank you for having such a fun party!
    XO
    Kristin

  34. the cape on the corner says

    March 8, 2011 at 2:45 am

    i wish i had a post ready for this, but the weekend threw me for a loop. oh well, i’ll just look at all the pretty things that everyone linked up. i love your tulips and that plant in the milk glass. i would never think of that! and the comment about your husband crying cracked me up, too!

  35. catie says

    March 8, 2011 at 3:11 am

    i’m in!
    i love your room, jennifer.
    thanks for hosting ♥

  36. Heidi says

    March 8, 2011 at 3:18 am

    Hi Jen! The bigger mirror over the sofa is great! Also love the pillows and all the other little changes you made ~ wish our dining room painting was done in time to post for the party…that is happening Thursday. If the linky is still there I will put it up.
    :)Heidi

  37. InMyOwnStyle says

    March 8, 2011 at 3:20 am

    Hi Jennifer-

    I love to see rooms refreshed – a tweak here and there is all you need sometimes to breath new life into our surroundings. Thanks for giving us the motivation. Your photos always look wonderful – I feel like I can grab those beautiful tulips right out of the photo. I linked up this morning, but had to run lots of errands – finally got a chance to come back.
    My best- Diane

  38. Becky C says

    March 8, 2011 at 4:48 am

    Hey Jennifer! Your living room is beautiful, and so refreshing. It looks like spring with all the pops of color and brightness. I really love the chair. Thanks for hosting this linky party- great idea 🙂
    Blessings
    Becky C

  39. Courtney ~ French Country Cottage says

    March 8, 2011 at 6:19 am

    Hi Jennifer~ love your room- it is just beautiful!! I love that mirror- goodness- what a treasure!! Your birdies are so sweet too! Thanks for hosting – first time linking up!! 🙂

  40. Amy @MaisonDecor says

    March 8, 2011 at 10:23 pm

    Love that mirror!! I am glad I found your party to link up a few of my spring projects. I love that you collect dictionaries.

  41. Zita says

    March 8, 2011 at 11:16 pm

    Love what you did with your living room, Jennifer! I especially like the mirror and the vintage books behind your sofa.

  42. keepingthechristmasspiritalive365 says

    March 9, 2011 at 4:19 am

    I just love all the fresh touches and flowers. Those tulips are gorgeous.

    Best wishes always,
    Natasha.

  43. janet says

    March 9, 2011 at 1:36 pm

    Hello!

    I am a new follower and happy to be so.
    Loving all the wonderful link back here..so creative!

    Have a lovely day

    janet xox
    http://theemptynest-janet.blogspot.com/

  44. Desire Empire says

    March 12, 2011 at 6:58 am

    Thanks very much for the opportunity to share. Really enjoyed the inspiration here at the party.

    Best wishes
    Carolyn

  45. Mariaelena says

    March 15, 2011 at 5:41 pm

    thanks for the party….I just decorated for spring so perfect timing….so nice to see everyones great ideas….
    xo..Mariaelena

  46. Mariaelena says

    March 15, 2011 at 6:00 pm

    This comment has been removed by the author.

  47. Julie says

    March 21, 2011 at 11:34 pm

    I love the color of your walls!! What is the name of it?? I like the transformation. Really brightens things up.

  48. dutchrub says

    May 21, 2012 at 10:45 pm

    I just had a quick question (a little late to the party here), but I have been all over your blog and cannot find out what color your walls are? I just adore it and would like to find something similar for my new house. Could you help me?

  49. Jennifer Rizzo says

    May 21, 2012 at 11:17 pm

    It’s benjamin moore french canvas

Trackbacks

  1. Are you ready to refresh your rooms??? says:
    February 18, 2014 at 7:07 pm

    […] We did this party last year and it was  a blast. It’s all about shaking off the winter blah’s, putting away the holiday decor and giving everything a fresh new look! It doesn’t have to be expensive, shop your home first. Move lamps or pillows, add flowers, change up the furniture arrangement like I did here in my living room from last year. I have the new mantel in there this year, so I can change it up even more! Before After I didn’t buy anything except the flowers. Everything was from either another room or something I had shoved in a dark closet. Scrounge your basements and attics. You never know what you might find to refresh you room! […]

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  3. My Spring kitchen.... - Jennifer Rizzo says:
    December 29, 2014 at 12:32 am

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