A while ago I blogged about my aspiring reading nook and said I'd eventually post some pictures. Today was a lovely, aptly named, sunny Sunday and since Cody was feeling cozy in the sunshine of said nook, I snapped a few pictures for posterity's sake. On sunny days, Cody can be found in various locations all around the house, following the sun from room to room. In the late afternoons, this is her spot (hence, the runner covering the top of the shelves-- without it I was battling a permanent stream of paw prints.)
Had I known earlier today that I'd be including the photos on the interweb for viewing by the masses (read: all 6 of you who visit my blog) I would have... oh, I dunno, dusted or something. But, you get the idea.
Had I known earlier today that I'd be including the photos on the interweb for viewing by the masses (read: all 6 of you who visit my blog) I would have... oh, I dunno, dusted or something. But, you get the idea.
So as of now, today, the nook is still void of a second chair, an ottoman, and the small espresso writing desk I've had my eye on; and the tall bookshelf (a.k.a. ol' piney) is as of yet unfinished. I can't decide if I should stain it to match the other dark wood in the room or paint it something different. Not scary-different (why, where ever did you find that teal and purple bookshelf? It's so Saved-By-The-Bell-chic!) but maybe just something that's not espresso-- something to break up the dark wood we seem to have accumulated amidst the conglomeration of leather furniture that is our living room at present. Maybe just leave it unfinished? It's just that it's raw wood right now-- which is a pain to dust, ps-- and it is just so vulnerable and naked. One unfortunate misstep with a green Christmas candle in December already left ol' piney worse for the wear. So, hmmm. What do you think?
10 comments:
I love the photo... the bowl is glistening... perfect light! I say put a light stain on the bookshelf, I'm not a fan of raw wood though. You can still get the same effect, seeing the grain, etc. without blending in with all the other dark furniture in the place. :) Good for you to take on the project.. looks good!
Laurel- how are you? YOur nook looks very inticing and I'd like to read my trashy romance novels there...just kidding, but its great to hear from you...hugs not drugs. Brie
I love the nook! I vote to paint the shelf something different - it could be a good accent.
did you photoshop the gleam onto the bowl?
Call me crazy, but I think a burnt orange could be cool for the book shelf.
i'm so envious of all the sunlight! what a perfect spot.
i'd probably just keep it that natural color but finish it with a coat of polyurethane, or some equivalent. is poly only for floors? i have no idea, but i like having different colors of wood around. plus the bookshelf's color "ties in" (i kind of hate that little phrase) with the paintings and couch.
No suggestions re: the bookshelf. Sorry. I think the nook looks fantastic. A great spot to relax in. And, thank you for the V-day card!!!
your nook looks delicious..can I come over? and how did you get cody to sit so still? she looks like a huge figurine sitting on your coffee table...so funny!
Upon opening your blog I had the sudden urge to find a good book and fly to CA to curl up in your nook for a month. Looks so inviting.
I say paint the bookshelf.
You've made yourself one rockin' nook girlie! I miss you!
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