15 March, 2009

My First Metamorphosis Monday


This is my first Metamorphosis Monday. Susan at Between Naps on the Porch is hosting. Thank you Susan. Click to check the other enteries.


I found new window valances at the Salvation Army. The other ones were nice, but I think the colors work better.


This is the new valance. It is black and cream. I think it matches better. What do you think?


My next post may be showing you my new backsplash.

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19 comments:

  1. Becky K.March 15, 2009 at 10:48 PM

    I like the new look.

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  2. TootsieMarch 15, 2009 at 10:56 PM

    I love it!

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  3. AnonymousMarch 15, 2009 at 10:56 PM

    Hi Karen. Wow, you found a beautiful valance! I love it!
    be a sweetie,
    Shelia ;)

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  4. Domestic DesignerMarch 15, 2009 at 11:12 PM

    I really like the new look! You did really well. Have a great evening!

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  5. Susan @ A Southern DaydreamerMarch 15, 2009 at 11:33 PM

    Looks good...sometimes it is nice to have something different!

    Susan

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  6. Melissa MillerMarch 16, 2009 at 1:08 AM

    Hi Karen,
    Your really found the perfect window treatment.

    I have always enjoyed Black and Creams together.
    It's a very elegant look you created.

    ~Wonderful MMM post!
    ~Melissa :)

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  7. MarthaMarch 16, 2009 at 8:11 AM

    I do think the new ones are better! Congrats on participating in your first Met Monday

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  8. MarthaMarch 16, 2009 at 8:37 AM

    Karen -- you certainly may add Linderhof as a favorite. I am doing the same!

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  9. Mid-Atlantic MarthaMarch 16, 2009 at 10:06 AM

    Love your new valance! It looks great there -- hope you could find a pretty "new home" for the old one too -- It's also very pretty - but your new one looks better in that particular spot!

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  10. AnonymousMarch 16, 2009 at 11:26 AM

    oh yes---------i love this.and salvation army?wow.it looks much better...ann

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  11. Marty@A Stroll Thru LifeMarch 16, 2009 at 11:49 AM

    Wow, what a great find, and they look gorgeous. I havn't visited Salvation Army, but Goodwill is one of my favorite places. Great find. Hugs, Marty

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  12. The Stylish HouseMarch 16, 2009 at 12:20 PM

    Salvation Army, wow you found a winner! Very nice...Cathy

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  13. ChandyMarch 16, 2009 at 7:14 PM

    Very nice change! Happy Monday!

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  14. CIELOMarch 16, 2009 at 10:09 PM

    Very nice.... oh by the way, The house in the roses is celebrating the arrival of spring with a party.... come see!

    Hugs

    cielo

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  15. Femin SusanMarch 16, 2009 at 10:31 PM

    I love it.. Thanks for sharing.

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  16. Linda in AZ *March 17, 2009 at 3:04 PM

    ***Oh my gosh, Karen~~~ it's lovely, BUUUT, I honestly believe the FIRST VALANCE looks soooo rich & sooo great with everything... Would you mind if I ask "why" the change? (Just for "fun/change's sake", like we all do from time to time?)~~~ Hope I don't get "yelled at" by anyone!!! (Then again, if we ALL preferred the same thing, how BORING life would be, right???)... SMiles!!! Warmly, Linda

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  17. Karen at Nittany InspirationsMarch 17, 2009 at 3:26 PM

    Linda/Mom, I love the gold valance too. I like how it fills up the space. I will probably change it back and forth as my mood strikes.

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  18. Linda in AZ *March 17, 2009 at 3:34 PM

    Sweetie, just came back to add something and saw your note... (soooo happy you aren't upset or hurt... didn't think you WOULD be, but, one never knows!!!). Happy to hear you will switch them as the mood strikes... that gold is sooooo elegant & classic ~~~ I just LOVE that look there, but as we all know, YOU have to be happy!!! Warmly, your pal, Linda

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  19. Susan (Between Naps On The Porch.net)March 17, 2009 at 8:54 PM

    Beautiful! Great find! :-) Susan

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