You know Sherry and I strive to develop the skill of brevity, so receiving Avis’ submission was a reminder that it can be done. While her email gave us the main parts of her story, her pictures did all of the talking (somewhat literally). You’ll see what I mean below:
Sherry and John, HI! I’m Avis. I started reading your blog this year and fell in love! Although we have no Clara (who is the cutest accessory EVER!) we do have a few Burgers running around the office. Aside from designing stationary I occasionally do DIY re-modeling in my Decatur, Ga condo. I was inspired by you to do a dining room re-do that I think you guys would love.
And there you have it! I know we don’t have exact paint colors or specific links to the items, but the story and the accompanying photos make us appreciate Avis’ high impact / low cost sensibilities and fill our heads with ideas and inspiration for any space. You can head over to her blog to see a little more of this makeover along with a fun mish-mash of other design related posts – and if you have any specific questions Avis will hopefully stop in whenever she has a moment to answer them. In the meantime Sherry will be walking around the house whispering “metallic paint… genius!” That’s normal, right?
Thanks for sharing your invigorating makeover and inspiring blog style Avis!
Julia @ Chris Loves Julia says
That yellow is so bold and cool!! I’m glad they kept it in the revamp!
Karen F says
that painted wall is STUNNING. wow, well done.
Kathleen @Home Wasn't Built In A Day says
Oh my goodness, that is so pretty! I love the patterned wall, I wonder if she did that by hand or with a stencil or what. It makes the room!
Meghan says
Well, the metallic paint IS genius, so Sherry’s totally spot on in that observation (and whispering it, perhaps, over and over)!
WendyMI says
Oooh, i do love that stencil within a stencil pattern. Such a nice pop of color!
Alyssa says
Completely random, but John has always reminded me of someone and I’ve finally decided that his long lost brother is Michael Vartan! Don’t worry, that’s definitely a compliment! :) (On looks alone, I can’t say Michael and I go way back). Anyway, just had to get that off my chest ;) Love your blog!
YoungHouseLove says
Oh yeah, he gets that a lot! I see it too!
xo
s
Nikki says
I think he totally looks like the lead singer from Lifehouse. His name is Jason Wade. Check him out!
YoungHouseLove says
Oh yeah I can see that!
xo
s
Jules says
This is a random post too but I JUST realized that Sherry looks like Amanda Peet!
YoungHouseLove says
Haha, I used to get her a lot! Then Rachel McAdams and now Emilia Clarke from Game of Thrones. So funny!
xo,
s
Beth @ Sawdust and Embryos says
LOOOOOOOVE this!! We actually JUST posted a stencil project we just finished in our living room using metallic gold as well… (a little more eye candy for Sherry??). I love pattern! And while stenciling is a lot of work, the result is SO worth it!!
http://www.sawdustandembryos.com/2013/02/operation-stencil-living-room-complete.html
YoungHouseLove says
Holy cow that came out so well!
xo
s
Lindsey d. says
Wow! That is incredible! Love the metallic!
Katrina @ 'Sota is Sexy says
I’m kind of obsessed! Such a great alternative to wallpaper.
amanda sambrano says
Super cute space! Also, love the peek-a-boo kitty on the counter. Cats are great accessories. ;)
Casey says
LOVE that gold added to the stencil, looks fantastic!
Angel says
No offense to the reveal (because it is cute, and the wall stencil is awesome) but I really liked the “before”!
I hope she kept that cute couch!
Anna says
i love the way bold looks! but i think i’m a decorating wimp….i struggle with mixing bold patterns and colours! I need to take a giant leap i think! This is a great redesign.
Hilary says
omg, why have I not thought of metallic gold paint to use ANY WHERE!
Sarah@SBrandesDesigns says
Oh my that metallic paint accent is fabulous!
Shelley says
Hi Im some what new here! Love that wall? Is this for a contest or do you occasionally high light a reader’s renovation? I just renovated my 1910 kitchen by myself. I would love to submit it! Ha
YoungHouseLove says
We do Reader Redesigns fairly regularly, Shelley. You can send your pictures and renovation story to [email protected]!
-John
Carole says
just a follow-up question: Do you need a blog to submit a renovation project?
YoungHouseLove says
Nope, not at all! We’ve shared many blogger and non-blogger Reader Redesigns alike!
xo
s
Carole says
That’s great. Thank you.
Shelley says
That was supposed to an exclamation point. Oops
Emma says
*droll* I am in love. I want her wals.
Emma says
I mean drool!! Not droll.
Kim says
I love the yellow, but I gotta say I loved the cafe feeling. Kinda cool to have a laid back vibe. Maybe they can easily switch back and forth with the furniture.
(Is it a different yellow between pic 1 and 2? Either the light was different it looks brighter in the after pictures.)
Is anyone else old enough to remember metallic wallpaper? I like that stencilling project, Beth. Love the Art Deco pattern.
Erika says
Love the kitty cat making an appearance :)
Avis Wampler says
Kathleen,
Avis here! I created my own stencil from card stock and traced it onto the wall. Then I hand painted inside the lines.
I’m glad ya’ll like it. It took forever!
Stacy says
That gold stenciling is making my head turn – I wonder where in my house I could do that…
Danielle says
One of the Pinterest Challenge posts used gold metallic paint to create the ‘dipped’ look on her barstools (along with numbering the stool seats) – love the look!
Brenda says
Ooh, that metallic paint IS genius!
Tara says
That is SO cool! Makes me wish I had a house and not an apartment – I want a patterned yellow and gold wall!
Kali says
I was just pondering effects to add to my daughter’s soon-to-be big girl room and maybe a metallic painted pattern is just right for the job! I love the way it transitions in the light.
Misty says
Love the cat tail! lol
Gaby {lifeineight.com} says
Stenciling is hard work but it’s so worth it! It can totally transform a room. We did it in our master bedroom and we love it!(that doesn’t sound right, does it? ;o) Our colours: crazy silver and grey.
http://www.lifeineight.com/2013/01/all-overhandmadestencil.html
Susan says
So fun and super creative! Love it!
Susan
simplymodernhome.com
Wendy @ New Moms Talk says
We’re a few years out from owning our own place, and these Reader Redesigns give me the hopes that one day our place will be amazing, too.
Thank you, Avis for the simplicity and pop of inspiration!
Lisa says
The painted wall is amazing!
Abby @ Just a Girl and Her Blog says
Wow! I never would’ve thought to add more brightness to an already vibrant space, but it SO works here! Amazing! I am brand new to your blog and am loving what I’m seeing so far! Thanks for sharing Avis’ space!
~Abby =)
YoungHouseLove says
Aw thanks Abby! So glad you’re enjoying our blog and Avis’ awesome space!
xo
s
katie says
I.want.that.stenciled.wall. The metallic gold is just awesome. I have been wanting to stencil something in our house so badly, but I just can’t decide what… No wall is safe.
Chuck says
What a great transformation! I liked the room before but the after is awesome! Very new to this blog and excited as all get out to find it! We just bought our first home in a historic district down here in Portsmouth, VA and while we were lucky that it had been recently renovated, we’re anxious to get started making it “our own”. I can’t wait to explore everything here and hopefully gain some ambition from everything you guys have taken on and done!
– Chuck
Katherine says
I love the new decor! I am thrilled to see the new light because I just picked up the SAME ONE from West Elm this weekend! I can’t wait to hang it up and I hope it looks as great in my home as it does in Avis’ dining room.
YoungHouseLove says
Aw, that’s so sweet! Hope it looks awesome!
xo
s
Monique says
I’m with Sherry… the metallic paint is SO genius!! I’m also digging the new light fixture they installed.
Ashley Busse says
I LOVE Avie Designs! I bought calling cards from her Etsy site a few years ago and follow her on FB, so it was so cool to also see her featured here! :)
Kate says
I love that use of the acrylic paint in the stencil. It disappears or looks dark depending on the angle. So interesting and really adds a fun touch.
KB says
At first I was crushing on the gold accents on the wall, but then I saw the thrifted chairs. WANT! NEED!
Saundra says
I just painted my dining room “dylan velvet” by valspar and this color is extremely similar.
It’s the color on the top half of these walls (not my pictures/home! Just another greeny-grey-yellow lover, apparently.)
http://www.apartmenttherapy.com/before-after-77438
So I’m not sure if that’s what is pictured above, but for anyone looking for a similar color, try this one. It’s available at Lowe’s :)
Saundra says
Actually, in re-reading, the entry along with those photos claims that Dylan Velvet is on the bottom of the walls. I’m questioning that–the color in my house is much more like the top half! Either way…
Saundra says
Last comment, I promise :) Here’s my dining room with ONE coat of Dylan Velvet over white primer.
http://doeandthistle.files.wordpress.com/2012/12/dsc_1097.jpg?w=820
Looks a lot like the stuff in the photos above, no? And not much like the green on the bottom half of those walls in the first link I posted, which is what makes me wary.
Avis Wampler says
Saundra,
I painted the walls that yellow color right when we moved in, years ago. I know that it was called “golden cricket” but I cannot for the life of me remember the brand.
I hope that helps.
Leanne says
Is it just me or does it look impossible to sit at that table with those chairs? They are so tall! I know my little legs wouldn’t fit!
Cute space though! I’ve been thinking about doing a similar thing here with silver leaf on our light blue walls…might be the push I needed!
firstdvdmart says
Hi wow, That is SO cool, well done, I’m glad they kept it in the revamp!
jenna says
Love the bonus orange cat tail in the one image :)
CD says
I’m not going to lie, this totally reminds me of a 1960’s-1970’s dining room. I’m not sure if it’s the gold with the yellow and white, or what. My parents kitchen was this exact same shade/accent colors when they bought their house in 1977. I’m not digging it, but kudos to Avis for being so bold/brave and doing something a little different.
Vicki says
I know this isn’t the point, but those floors are *gorgeous.* I love love love that red
Chass says
I actually LOVED “the Cafe'” setting. But I can say that the accent wall is pretty sweet too.
Megan @ Rappsody in Rooms says
I completely agree. Metallic paint is genius! Normal.
S'Mo says
Okay, so here’s a “small world” moment for you:
I am 90%+ certain that I worked with Avis at the Lenox Square Mall Papyrus over ten years ago! It’s a stationery/greeting card store, and they also sell custom-order invitations, announcements, etc.
YoungHouseLove says
No way, that’s awesome!
xo
s
Kierstin says
I adore yellow and metallic, so how could I not love this?
Pam the Goatherd says
Has Avis chimed in yet with what brand of metallic paint she used? My hubby wants me to rag-roll gold metallic paint over a jade green for an accent wall in our bedroom reno, but I have no idea what to use.
Sherry is right! Metallic paint IS genius!
YoungHouseLove says
I think maybe over on her blog she shared that? Perhaps in the comments? We hope she drops in here with the info too!
xo
s
Avis Wampler says
Pam,
I just went down to the Walmart, found some metallic gold acrylic paint in the craft section and picked it up. I’m sure any brand would work! I hope that helps!
Maggie Budiono says
J & S,
please do not make shorter post !!!! your writing (typing, to be exact) is what i like about your blog. You 2 can explain (almost) everything fluently. Just like hearing my friend – who sits next to me – telling me a story
hope this will encourage you to keep on posting longer things :)
although it’s sometimes ok to post shorter ones once in a while
xoxo,
your fans in lovely Indonesia
YoungHouseLove says
Aw thanks Maggie! Considering the post before this one was over 2,000 words I wouldn’t say you have anything to worry about! We love the idea of some long ones and some short ones – just for variety. But the long ones will always be there :)
xo
s