Friday, September 3, 2010

A new painting for the beach house makeover

Well, we're still chugging along on the beach house makeover I mentioned here, where I shared a few of the pieces we're using in the master bedroom. While we're waiting for some of the accessories to arrive, I thought I'd show you what we've pulled together for a little vignette in the living area. We've already bought new sofas, dining chairs, an ottoman and console table, and the new paintwork looks sensational. I've designed a new painting for the space, which will sit above the reclaimed timber console table:






We may use these lamps, which echo the silver leaf in the painting, or maybe some with clear glass bases




and we have a vintage french dough bowl to add as well...



..along with lots more gorgeous bits and pieces. Suzi is such a joy to work with, and it's really been a dream job. As soon as my suppliers hurry up and send me the rest of our goodies, I'll show you exactly what we've been up to!

I'm really enjoying the first few days of spring here in Brisbane, the weather is glorious - 28 degrees yesterday - and I'm hoping to spend the day at the beach tomorrow. 

Hope you all have a wonderful weekend too,





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18 comments:

  1. brismodSeptember 3, 2010 at 11:05 AM

    Wow, I love your new painting. Can't wait to see the end results.

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  2. Simone - honeyandfizzSeptember 3, 2010 at 11:05 AM

    Love that painting! It is all going to look wonderful when all put together. Enjoy that lovely weather, grey and drizzly in Sydney! Have a wonderful weekend xx

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  3. Angela FurlongSeptember 3, 2010 at 12:30 PM

    Gorgeous painting Kerri... I'm so envious of your lovely weather - it has been rainy and bleak here in Sydney.

    Have a lovely weekend.

    Angela

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  4. KerrySeptember 3, 2010 at 2:52 PM

    Kerri my friend, I love everything about this, but especially your painting. I wish you could come to Canberra and give me some lessons! I can see how all of this will come together, and that dough bowl is wonderful too.

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  5. SeawashedSeptember 3, 2010 at 3:09 PM

    YOur newest painting is beautiful!!!!!! I love your artwork. Being an artist, I love all art, but am very picky about what I have in my own home. I don't have much hanging on the walls...a few old prints passed down to me from my GReat Grandmother. BUT I would hang your art in my home. I love it that much. And this piece, well, all the white and beige is exactly what I favor.

    I look forward to seeing how it all comes together. Isn't it funny, we have the same name too...but mine has an 'e' on the end.

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  6. KerrySeptember 3, 2010 at 4:09 PM

    Bloody heck...I just read the last bit of your post properly. 28 degrees....are you kidding me. Canberra forecast this weekend...15 degrees and rain, rain, rain :(

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  7. Life in the Country LaneSeptember 3, 2010 at 4:32 PM

    Looking forward to seeing the finished space. Love console tables. Nice to hear the sun is shining somewhere!! Its hail, thunder, lightning and a lot of rain here in SA, oh and really cold. Enjoy the beach!
    Rebecca x

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  8. Anna WhiteSeptember 3, 2010 at 6:22 PM

    Looks fab so far Kerri..cant wait to see the finished results. Dont know what is happening with the weather here in Sydney..was raining today..pfftt

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  9. jules @ The Diversion ProjectSeptember 3, 2010 at 8:50 PM

    gorgeous painting darl, you're so talented! look forward to seeing the finished space - love what you're pulling together.

    have a sensational weekend jxx

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  10. SusanSeptember 3, 2010 at 8:51 PM

    Kerri,

    May I just congratulate you on your fabulous artwork. I love your approach with the colour and texture. Beautifully done :)

    Thanks for stopping by, I've been a little out of the loop catching up on my fav blogs... and yours is def one of them.

    cheers
    Susan

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  11. JennySeptember 3, 2010 at 9:34 PM

    Nice painting Kerri, looks like waves rolling in to me. Looking forward to seeing your work at your friends house. Love the images you have put together so I am sure it will look fabulous. ;-)

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  12. michelleSeptember 3, 2010 at 11:11 PM

    Your painting is beautiful!!! I love it! All those pieces are going to look so great, can't wait to see how you put them all together!!

    Have a good first day of spring! It is beginning to be more fall like here in the U.S. which I am loving!!

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  13. UnknownSeptember 4, 2010 at 7:59 AM

    Gorgeous painting Kerri! What you are planning looks fantastic, I can't wait to see the finished result! Have a fabulous weekend xx

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  14. Paper Tree StudioSeptember 4, 2010 at 5:52 PM

    Love your painting - perfect for a beach house. Can't wait to see the entire look pulled together. That bowl is wonderful. And yes, aren't we lucky with this beautiful weather. Hope your having a great weekend. Michelle

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  15. TinaSeptember 4, 2010 at 7:19 PM

    Kerri, I hope you know by now, how much I ADORE your paintings. This one is no exception, it is GORGEOUS! The beach house makover is sounding so exciting, I can't wait to see the end results:) Hope you are having a lovely weekend, especially with that 28 degree weather....envious!! Hugs ~ Txx

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  16. A Room For EveryoneSeptember 4, 2010 at 9:45 PM

    The painting is wonderful! As always..This beach house is going to be beautiful..Rachaelxx

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  17. Jeanne HenriquesSeptember 5, 2010 at 7:53 AM

    Oh Kerri..can I come paint with you? Seeing your painting makes me want to paint again..it has been a long time since I said that :)

    I love it!!!

    Jeanne xx

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  18. coastalvintagechicJune 5, 2013 at 7:52 PM

    Little bit late... But i LOVE the painting!!

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