A darker side

I realize that most people paint furniture to lighten up a dark wood finish. However, sometimes a piece just looks better with a painted darker color. For instance, check out some fantastic examples of darker pieces below:

 Love this idea! The drawers are left natural wood finish and stenciled. (Miss Mustard Seed)

This dark grayish blue color is a great update for the piece. Also, check out the fresh new knobs. (Oliver & Rust)

 Excellent paint job...looks like it was lightly painted and distressed so the natural wood peeks through. (Carters Cottage Interiors)

New kids on the block

I just added a few freshly painted furniture pieces to the store (BlackLion Space #370). Below is a large hand-painted gray work table desk and chair with a dual side drawer that can be utilized from both sides. 

 Also, I recently added this small two tier square side table with drawer. This one is hand-painted gray-green with a darker gray on top.

Vanity fair

I saw a bathroom renovation on TV last weekend where the homeowners converted a vintage dresser into a vanity sink. So, I felt inspired to search the internet for awesome vanity makeovers and I found several great examples! I love this idea of upcycling an "oldie", not only because of the environmental salvage but this also creates an original conversation piece. This will be a "must do" in our next house!!

Vibrant green french vanity from Old Country Colors

Gray English antique vanity from Postcards from the edge

Refinished walnut wood vanity with marble top from Pinterest

Double antique vanity sink with back splash from Platner & Co.

Tent Sale this weekend at Blacklion!

We are having THE Tent Sale at the Park Rd. BlackLion store this weekend. There are lots of furniture and rugs under the tent. I spotted a few fabulous marked down quality case-goods and upholstered pieces this morning in the tent. I would have purchased them if I had the room in my home! Inside the store, there are tables that are set up for smaller items...frames, pillows, etc. I have a table down the center aisle and also several pieces of furniture marked down in my space (370). Happy shopping!

Urban Oasis in the Peachtree City!

 Dining/Living area

 Kitchen

 Master Bedroom

 Master Bathroom

 Master Closet

 Guest Bedroom

 Balcony

HGTV's 2014 Urban Oasis is located in Atlanta this year. I'm especially excited because I adore Atlanta, a large city with a hometown feel! This 2,000 sq. ft. luxury apartment is part of the award-winning Mandarin Oriental Hotel Group. This fabulous 2 bedroom, 2.5 bath residence has a large amount of storage including a huge master closet. I also love the large ceiling to floor windows which showcase great views of the city. The sleek modern interior was designed by Lindsay Pumpa. For more info, check out HGTV. (Photographer: Eric Perry, Scripps Network)

Furniture sale

I have marked down several pieces of furniture that I need to move for new stuff coming in. Lots of new furniture and well as accessories coming soon....prepping for upcoming holiday season!

was $499.00...now $425.00