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In yesterday's post, I mentioned that we recently got some wall sconces for our bedroom. Today, I want to show you how they look! I was glad that a couple of you said #3 was your favorite option, because it’s the one that we chose. My favorite too--you guys have good taste! ;) I had worried a little bit about how the cord would look, since we couldn't actually hardwire the lamps into the wall (#renterproblems), but the sconces came with a stylish cord cover that matches the brass finish of the lamps… and I actually think it looks pretty cool!
The main reason we decided to get sconces instead of bedside lamps is that we wanted to free up some space on our nightstands. But once we got them installed, we realized there was another major benefit: our bed has these “wings” that blocked a lot of the light from our old bedside lamps. That problem was totally solved by mounting the sconces above the bed! Lots more light, lots more space, and I love they way they look.
Also, for some reason I never realized before that Lamps Plus carries more than just lighting (I guess that's why there's that "plus")! They actually have a lot of great furniture and home decor pieces, including these ghost chairs, a style I've been eyeing for years. So I had to get those as well--I have one at my dressing table now!
That's our bedroom in it's current state! We've come a long way from the before pics that I shared back in August. I have a few more finishing touches planned, but other than that, I feel like our bedroom is basically done.
Now, what room of the house should I tackle next? Just kidding...kind of...
Thank you to Lamps Plus for partnering with me on this post!
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Until pretty recently, I always thought of wall sconces as something for the bathroom only...but I was so wrong! There are tons of different sconce styles. The great thing about them is that sconces can be mounted anywhere, so you can add light at levels that table lamps can't reach (and in spaces where you don’t have room for anything on the floor). Plus, with swing arm sconces, there's the added benefit of them being adjustable, so you can change your lighting based on your needs--bring it closer for reading or turn it away for softer light. I’m pretty convinced that sconces are the perfect lighting solution for every room of the house!
1. In the bathroom: This is what I would consider the "obvious" way to use wall sconces--on either side of the mirror in the bathroom. That said, both of these rooms are far from ordinary. Bathrooms can often end up kind of neglected and bare, but both of these feel considered and well-decorated. The sconces definitely give them that finishing touch!
2. In the bedroom: This is the second most common way that I've seen wall sconces used--on either side of the bed. It reminds me of staying in a hotel room (in a good way). You can find lots of examples of stylish bedrooms with wall sconces, in all different styles.
3. In the living room: I've just recently started noticing sconces in the living room, and I'm a huge fan! It's a great solution for small spaces, where you may not have room for side tables with lamps--or to add light somewhere a lamp won't fit, like behind an L-shaped sectional. I also thought the last photo was clever...if space is tight, try mounting a sconce on the side of your bookshelf instead of the wall!
4. In the kitchen: Last but not least, let's talk sconces in the kitchen. I haven’t seen this very much yet, but I like it a lot. Besides wall sconces flanking the sink (which is a more typical route), I've been loving swing arm sconces as lighting above open shelves. It works great, since there's more space on the wall if you don't have upper cabinets--and the adjustable arms mean you can shed light on whatever task you're working on. Seems brilliant to me...I know our kitchen could definitely use more light!
Okay, I know I said every room, but I'm going to skip the dining room, the nursery, and the office, because this post is already getting super long! But trust me, sconces look good in there, too.
Want to give them a try? Good, because I did a little online shopping for you! Here are some of my favorite options, from Lamps Plus. We actually have one of these styles in our bedroom currently (can you guess which one?).
What room(s) would you put wall sconces in? And what's your favorite option, out of the sconces I picked out? I’d love to hear your opinions in the comments!
Thank you to Lamps Plus for partnering with me on this post!
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Ok, so I don't technically know if any of these questions were actually yours. But remember how last week, I said that I was going to be doing a Q&A on Decorist? Well I did, and it was a blast! I'm sharing a few of the questions (and my answers) below. Head over to Decorist for more of them! Also, this got me thinking...I'm always brainstorming ideas for blog posts, but I haven't asked you guys in awhile. What would you like to see me talk about? Any questions, trends, color palettes, or decorating dilemmas that you want me to tackle? Leave a comment with your suggestion(s)--or shoot me an email!
My answer: I think it’s so important to have an office space that feels energizing and inspiring. So my biggest piece of advice is, don’t feel restricted to the things that you typically think of as “office decor.” Because let’s be honest, they are usually bo-ring! Feel free to mix in the types of things that you’d decorate with in any other room: art, pillows, blankets, baskets, cute lamps, etc. Some small and inexpensive ways to add personality and color are: an inspiring print, a mug that makes you smile, and some flowers or plants. P.S. If you have a green thumb, try getting an air plant. I’m the worst at keeping plants alive and I have air plants that are going on a year strong now.
Tami's question: I would love some ideas on what to put on the wall above my bed.
My answer: Framed art, a mirror, or a gallery wall would all look great. But if you live in an area where there are earthquakes, you might not want to hang glass over the bed--or maybe you just like the idea of doing something a little different. Luckily, you have lots of other options! Some ideas that I like are: faux taxidermy, a woven wall hanging, an African juju hat, etc. Think about your hobbies and what you already own, too. I’ve seen a room with a pair of wooden oars over the bed, and I’ve also seen a bedroom with a bunch of cowboy hats hung on the wall. It can be fun to have “art" that’s a little more sentimental.
My answer: Blue is such a common color for bedrooms, since it’s considered soothing and restful. But lately, I’ve been really loving a combination of soft, muted pink with neutrals like brass, grey, light wood, and ivory. Plus, when it comes to how color affects our mood, pink is typically associated with romance…so that works out well! If you’re not a fan of pink, I also really love all neutrals in the bedroom. You can use texture like knit blankets, a tufted headboard, and a cushy rug to keep it from being boring…and it makes a great blank canvas to layer in accent colors seasonally, if you like to switch things up.
My answer: For your eclectic style, I think a midcentury style media console would fit in well. Midcentury pieces are absolutely gorgeous, and they tend to mix well with all different styles. Plus, their clean lines and simple shape won’t compete with your beautiful wall hangings and souvenirs. Hope that helps!
Hope you found this Q&A interesting and helpful! If you're interested in trying out Decorist, my promo code with them is still live--use decoristathome to get $10 off a makeover.
Have a great weekend!
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Our new window treatments are up! If you remember, I shared the fabric swatches and styles that we picked out in this post. Now our new shades are installed, and I’m sharing how they look over on Bali Blinds! Here are the “before” photos of our bedroom and kitchen. Head on over to see the “after” ones.
YAY for no more broken, crooked blinds! The ones in our bedroom seriously needed to go.
Hope you guys agree, our new window treatments are so much better.
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