In our previous house the bookcases we had in our family room changed a lot. They were the perfect place for me to create all kinds of different vignettes. At one point our kitchen/family room and breakfast area were decorated with more of a Farmhouse style. I thought we'd do a walk down memory lane to see how these bookcases changed all the time.
Since this area of the house is done with a little more farmhouse decor than the living/dining areas, I keep the decor really casual.
This is the only picture I could find to show how the bookcases looked before I added beadboard to the backs several years ago. Really dark and dreary.
One sheet of beadboard was perfect. I just cut it to size and pushed it into the back. It isn't glued, so if I change my mind down the road I can change it.
Major difference. Wow, this piece came to life.
Now they really show off all of my "stuff".
Here are a few different ways I've had the shelves styled. You can find some really great books at Goodwill, Salvation Army and Thrift stores for a $1 or so.
I think it adds interest when you place some of your items in front of books and pictures. It gives the shelves depth.
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Wow! What a difference that bead board makes. It really brightens the whole piece up. Love your styling on the bookshelves too.
ReplyDeleteAbsolutely stunning vignettes and the white beadboard sheets really accentuates/displays your treasures beautifully!
ReplyDeleteThe bead board really brightened things up. I love your office/girl cave. What a great, functional space to work or relax. I love a room that serves multiple functions.
ReplyDeleteWow this is so great Marty. I love the bead board and I love how you styled each shelf. Just amazing.
ReplyDeleteHugs,
Kris