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    • Feb 6, 2013

    by Layla

    Wood Chandelier

    Well, it took a couple of tries and some crazy, don’t-try-this-at-home style scaffolding but my knight in shining “arm-ink” finally managed to replace the ceiling fan in the sunroom.

    We worked out a trade with the folks at Shades of Light on their Wine Barrel Chandelier, and we had fun modifying it a little with the help of our neighbor, Cindy:

    She hooked us up with a rope-covered chandelier pole for $20 (regularly $49.50 on AidanGray.com), and we’re very grateful for her help with this project.

    To make it match the metal parts on our chandelier, I just covered the rope part with a couple of plastic bags and some painters tape and sprayed the gold parts with oil-rubbed bronze spray paint. After that, we swiped a canopy from the middle pendant hanging above our kitchen island…

    (PS- We plan to replace it and the other two pendants hanging there with something a little more farmhouse-y at some point down the line.)

    We still have some touch-up painting to do on the ceiling in the sunroom, but we’re loving the way the new rope and metal parts look:

    Other than permanent window shades (which we’ve decided to wait on for a while), the sunroom is good to go, and we’ve really enjoyed using the desk and playing piano in there.

    Or should I say, “making noise” in there.

    Special thanks to my hard workin’ hubby for painting, re-painting, and standing on bi-fold doors above the piano to connect something heavy to wires that are scary. (Even with the power shut off.)

    Kev, I know I probably drove you nuts with my repeated “make sure you bend your knees a little” reminders, but you rock my world honey…and you sure did rock that sketchy scaffolding, too. XO

    PS- If you’d like to read through all of our sunroom re-do related blog posts, click here: Sunroom

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    94 Responses to Wood Chandelier

    1. Maryea {Happy Healthy Mama} says:
      Feb 6, 2013 at 10:34 am

      I landed here via a pin with your husband’s “make noise” t-shirt and what a happy surprise. I am loving your sunroom. What a bright, happy room. Thanks for the inspiration.

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    2. Wendy M says:
      Feb 6, 2013 at 10:38 am

      Looks excellent Layla – really like the choice of the rope covered pole to hang the chandilier on – ties in so well with the rug under the piano! Good job Kev! (and I see you have the coasters under the piano legs now too :) ) This room has really come together, I would love spending time in the sun there. Bet it is cute at night too – take a picture with the light on in the evening and let us see how it looks with the new fixture.

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      • Layla says:
        Feb 6, 2013 at 10:42 am

        Thanks, Wendy! Yeah, we had those caster all along…just hadn’t put them under there the last time I blogged about the room. :-D We turned the chandelier on for the first time last night, and since it’s on a dimmer, it looks SO pretty! Just like little candle lights! I’ll have to snap a pic tonight. :-)

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    3. Susan says:
      Feb 6, 2013 at 10:38 am

      I’m sad that I can’t see any of your pictures the past few post. Is it my settings? Any suggestions on how to fix it?

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      • Layla says:
        Feb 6, 2013 at 10:41 am

        Hey Susan!

        From what I’ve heard, that means your browser needs to be updated. Unfortunately, I’m not very tech-minded when it comes to actually doing that, so I’m not much help there. :-( I’m sorry!

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      • nancy says:
        Feb 6, 2013 at 10:01 pm

        I had the same problem on another site. I went to the address bar in at the top left of screen and clicked on the little thingy that looks like a sheet of paper torn in half ? :/ Next to the refresh button.

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    4. Jessica @ One July Living says:
      Feb 6, 2013 at 10:40 am

      Beautiful! I got a rope cover for my new Eldridge pendant which I’m so excited about! Love that little “extra” that it gives.

      Also, love the pops of green in this room! So lovely!

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    5. Stacey says:
      Feb 6, 2013 at 10:41 am

      Layla that looks so nice! It’s so bright and airy with the neatest mix of colors!

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    6. Mary @ Finding Healthy Hope says:
      Feb 6, 2013 at 10:43 am

      i totally want to come hang out in this room!
      it’s so happy!!!
      xo

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    7. Kristi says:
      Feb 6, 2013 at 10:46 am

      Love the room and the chandelier….oh my! Reminds me of Restoration Hardware. Can’t wait to see what you do with the rest of the house. Blessings!

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    8. Suzanne @ Willow House says:
      Feb 6, 2013 at 10:56 am

      Love the fixture, but even more I love seeing all the “found” decor around the room. It’s always fun to see what others gather together to make a room reflect who they are!

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    9. Rene' says:
      Feb 6, 2013 at 11:07 am

      Love the update!

      Reply
    10. Kathy says:
      Feb 6, 2013 at 11:08 am

      I love how the sinuous curve of your kitty is perfectly reflected in the sinuous curve of your baby grand. (It is a baby, right? The piano, I mean! LOL)

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    11. Margi says:
      Feb 6, 2013 at 11:11 am

      Nicely done ! Looks beautifully pulled together. You two make a great team :)

      Reply
    12. Katja @ Shift Ctrl ART says:
      Feb 6, 2013 at 11:13 am

      I love how that updates the chandelier compared to just a chain. It looks so polished and adds just a bit extra texture – that rhymed :)

      Reply
    13. Shaina says:
      Feb 6, 2013 at 11:16 am

      LOVE this room!! That light is absolutely beautiful- awesome idea for the chain!

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    14. Erin @ Rare & Beautiful Treasures says:
      Feb 6, 2013 at 11:17 am

      Looking fantastic, Lay! Are you feeling at home now, do you miss the cottage??

      Reply
      • Layla says:
        Feb 6, 2013 at 11:21 am

        Yes- to feeling at home! Because of how it was designed, this neighborhood/house actually feels more cottage-y than the last one! :-D

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    15. Alisa D. says:
      Feb 6, 2013 at 11:17 am

      That looks so good!!! Kit-Cat is so adorable, too. He was meant to be yours.

      Reply
    16. Kevin says:
      Feb 6, 2013 at 11:21 am

      Sweet, sweet girl! I don’t know where in this house you are, but I’m coming to find/hug you RIGHT NOW! :)

      Reply
    17. Theresa says:
      Feb 6, 2013 at 11:41 am

      Layla, I absolutely love coming to your site, and wish you had time to update daily! lol It’s a wonderful break in my day since I’m a complete decor-a-holic, and love seeing how other people create and decorate. Recently I’ve really been loving your adoption journey, we are trying to go the foster to adoption route, and reading your journey is helping me to be not so terrified. Bye the way, have I said how much I LOVE your house and neighborhood?

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    18. Mitzi says:
      Feb 6, 2013 at 11:42 am

      I love your new sunroom. I have the same green pot. It was purchased at an antique show in Michigan and started me on my collection of green pottery :) But – I MUST know where your husband’s t-shirt came from!!! “Make Noise”!

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    19. Megan C says:
      Feb 6, 2013 at 11:47 am

      That looks awesome! I wish I could just leave my home one day and then when I come back it look like yours!

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    20. Lauren says:
      Feb 6, 2013 at 11:53 am

      Looks awesome! And now oil rubbed bronze spray paint is on my must-have list :)

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    21. Lisa says:
      Feb 6, 2013 at 11:58 am

      Oh Layla, your new home is coming along so prettily (new word)! I just love everything you do!

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    22. Jan says:
      Feb 6, 2013 at 12:27 pm

      The cat on the piano, and his reflection, is an award winning photograph!!!!!!!!!!!!!

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    23. Lisa says:
      Feb 6, 2013 at 12:35 pm

      I’ve been coveting that chandelier for a long time! How can I work out a trade for one?

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    24. Brandi says:
      Feb 6, 2013 at 12:41 pm

      Love the light fixture and the POLE — definitely need one of those!

      PS – How do you hang your plates and bowls??

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      • Layla says:
        Feb 6, 2013 at 12:44 pm

        Thanks, Brandi! :-) For info about how we hung those plates, click on the Sunroom link at the end of my post. That’ll take you to my post all about ‘em! :-)

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    25. Gretchen says:
      Feb 6, 2013 at 12:43 pm

      So lovely! I’m so inspired by this room, and I can’t wait to see what you tackle next!

      Reply
    26. Karie says:
      Feb 6, 2013 at 12:48 pm

      You two are amazing! I love the chandelier…. While I was reading the post all I could think was I would love to see your place and I wish you could come to Ohio and help me with mine! Enjoy your day!

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    27. Cottage Katie says:
      Feb 6, 2013 at 1:09 pm

      Rustic and chic! Very awesome combo!

      Reply
    28. Jude says:
      Feb 6, 2013 at 1:28 pm

      That photo of Kit-Cat is AWARD WINNING!!! I planned to write this before I saw it had already been announced. IT IS AMAZING. Love the whole room, and look forward to playing music in it during my next visit :-)

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    29. Laura says:
      Feb 6, 2013 at 1:35 pm

      Is that chandelier available online for purchase? i have been looking for something for our dining room and this would be perfect!

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      • Layla says:
        Feb 6, 2013 at 1:39 pm

        Yep! Just click on the “Wine Barrel Chandelier” link in the post above and you’ll be re-directed right over to it. :-)

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    30. Sarah says:
      Feb 6, 2013 at 1:45 pm

      So pretty and pulled together.
      I am guessing you like the dish towel side of the pillow better than the green graphic side.

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    31. kristin says:
      Feb 6, 2013 at 1:46 pm

      Oh it is so pretty! Love the kitty on top of the piano too :)

      Reply
    32. Kelly says:
      Feb 6, 2013 at 2:08 pm

      Knight in shining Arm-Ink just made me snort tea all over the place. That line just made my day! You guys are hilarious!! Loving the new look of the light. Kit Cat is so sweet, just like his owners!
      Kelly

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    33. Lorraine says:
      Feb 6, 2013 at 2:15 pm

      It blows my mind how quickly and (seemingly) easy you brought that room together!!! It looks incredible!!!!! Nice job!!

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    34. Reenie says:
      Feb 6, 2013 at 2:53 pm

      Love it!!

      You need a lil window seat (they attach ~ clip over the ledge of the window) for kitty to sit on in there =)

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    35. Anele @ Success Along the Weigh says:
      Feb 6, 2013 at 3:03 pm

      That looks AMAZING! Everything has really come together…no surprise there. ;-)

      Reply
    36. Toni C. says:
      Feb 6, 2013 at 3:04 pm

      This might sound silly… but I just love the little wire hat holder on top of your secretary. I am a lover of straw hats and have several in my “decor” but I have never seen a wire holder like that! too cute! :)

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    37. Margaret says:
      Feb 6, 2013 at 4:14 pm

      Layla, please, please can you post a BEFORE and AFTER shot of the sunroom, like you used to do with your old house. Of course, we have been following the transformation, but its been gradual (thanks for letting us join in!) and the suddenness of the B/A is SO delightful! Maybe with a little mouse moving magic….
      Love everything you’re doing xx

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      • Layla says:
        Feb 6, 2013 at 4:34 pm

        Sure thing, Margaret! I thought about that AFTER I hit “publish” on this post. :-) I’ve got *one* more little thing to add to the room, and then I’ll stick a post about the whole she-bang on our “Our House” page! :-D

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    38. MelO says:
      Feb 6, 2013 at 4:32 pm

      ‘My knight in shining ‘arm ink”!! Love it!!

      Reply
    39. Sarah Neely says:
      Feb 6, 2013 at 4:46 pm

      Wow! That chandelier looks amazing! Shades of Lights ought to offer a new version of the light & call it the “Layla,” using the unpainted rustic wood. I would buy that in a jiffy. :)

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    40. Denise T says:
      Feb 6, 2013 at 4:48 pm

      Looks great over the piano!!!

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    41. Caroline says:
      Feb 6, 2013 at 4:59 pm

      I think you have a good one there Layla, Kevin I mean!! The sunroom is looking awesome, I love what you have done with it. Can’t wait to see what you do with the rest of the house. Love and Blessings :)

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    42. Mary | lemongroveblog.com says:
      Feb 6, 2013 at 5:07 pm

      Totally in love with that little light! I’d call that a major upgrade over the ceiling fan ;)

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    43. Donna Lohr says:
      Feb 6, 2013 at 5:21 pm

      That picture of Kit-Cat on the piano needs a frame….for when he’s not lounging on the piano!

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    44. peggy says:
      Feb 6, 2013 at 5:34 pm

      I love Kit-Cat’s pose and his reflection on the shiny piano top.
      I think he thinks of the sunroom as his personal space and is just sharing it wih you guys.

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    45. Casey McGrath says:
      Feb 6, 2013 at 6:42 pm

      Ahhh I have the same chandelier and I love it!

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    46. Sarita says:
      Feb 6, 2013 at 7:06 pm

      I bet the piano sounds great in tht room! Do I see a video of it being played?!

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      • Layla says:
        Feb 6, 2013 at 8:29 pm

        It does sound nice, Sarita! We’ll definitely have to do a music video in there at some point! :-D

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        • Sarita says:
          Feb 6, 2013 at 8:46 pm

          maybe play lullabys! God speed with your adoption. I’m a Birthmother and am thankful for adoptive parents.

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    47. baileywife says:
      Feb 6, 2013 at 7:33 pm

      I seriously cannot wait for your posts each day!! Congrats on your first
      ( almost) finished room in your new home! Can’t wait to see more ;) ~Kim

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    48. Joanne says:
      Feb 6, 2013 at 7:41 pm

      Your talents are amazing!

      Reply
    49. Kathleen @Home Wasn't Built In A Day says:
      Feb 6, 2013 at 8:24 pm

      I love those interior shutters! And the chandelier looks great :)

      Reply
    50. Mindy says:
      Feb 6, 2013 at 8:30 pm

      I’m completely jealous of the fact that you have a sunroom in the first place, but now I’m green with envy.
      I’m so happy for everything good that’s happening for you guys right now. The room looks AMAZING, as I knew it would.

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      • Layla says:
        Feb 6, 2013 at 8:33 pm

        Thanks, Mindy! We’re having fun with the new place and can’t wait to welcome our little one home to it soon! :-D

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    51. Mary Lemon says:
      Feb 6, 2013 at 9:19 pm

      I just love Kit-Cat. He’s such a fun cat and you get the best pics of him. Love these two. And your sunroom is so gorgeous. I love the wall of plates! I really want to do that.

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    52. Angie W says:
      Feb 7, 2013 at 9:00 am

      LOVE the sunroom. That chandelier is fantastic. The rope really adds to it.

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    53. Erika says:
      Feb 7, 2013 at 9:03 am

      Looks awesome! BTW, I LOVE that picture of Kit-Cat on the piano!

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    54. Linda @ it all started with paint says:
      Feb 7, 2013 at 9:33 am

      Kudos to Kevin! Those ceiling fans can be super heavy and seriously tough to get down. I know. I don’t touch electrical here, but my electrician neighbor is a big help. Plus, I’m his trusty assistant as I stand on my wobbly ladder holding up the fixture! The magnetic tipped drill is a must too!

      :) Linda

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    55. Ter'e Crow Lindsay says:
      Feb 7, 2013 at 10:27 am

      oooommmmmmmpppphhhhhh….I love everything this room has to offer.
      BUT…….
      Kev’s bicep and Kit-Cats photos………just made me wanna sing. Oh that Kev and his beautiful ink. I could adopt him in a nano-second!!!!! Kit-Cats little face just says what a happy cat he is.
      Another really gorgeous post Layla! way to go.
      What’s next on our list? LOL.

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    56. Shirley you know... says:
      Feb 7, 2013 at 11:26 am

      LOVE THIS! WHY? I’ve had this chandelier for two years hanging in my space and I never get sick of it like other chandeliers! I love the rustic-ness of it! It’s a knock-off from Restoration Hardware and I picked mine up for under $200.00! SWEET! Looks great over the baby.

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    57. tiffini says:
      Feb 7, 2013 at 12:40 pm

      i could just reach through this screen and hug you….you are just the sweetest thing:) and that light just rocks my socks off…xo

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      • Layla says:
        Feb 7, 2013 at 4:33 pm

        Well, aren’t you just a doll for leaving me such a sweet comment to find! :-D Thank you so much for the sunshine, my friend. XO

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    58. tara Lowry says:
      Feb 7, 2013 at 4:32 pm

      it looks beautiful….
      love the way you honored kevin in your post…..inspiring.

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    59. Amy Y. says:
      Feb 8, 2013 at 6:19 am

      Love the chandelier. Also want to suggest (if you haven’t done so already) looking on Pinterest for creative ideas for shades in the sunroom.
      You never know, you just might be inspired by something on that site?

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      • Layla says:
        Feb 8, 2013 at 7:52 am

        Hey Amy! :-) We actually have something in mind- we just need to wait a couple of years to make it happen! ;-) #secret

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    60. Kris B says:
      Feb 8, 2013 at 10:41 am

      That chandelier and in that room is gorgeous!!

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    61. Danielle says:
      Feb 8, 2013 at 3:48 pm

      It looks fantastic! I love the rope covered chandelier pole too!

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    62. Stefanie says:
      Feb 12, 2013 at 9:52 am

      I love the chair by your secretary! Where did you find that? It would be perfect for my desk in the kitchen…

      I just love your home and the changes you have made! We have been in our house about a year now, and we still have so much to do now that we know how we “live” in our house.

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    63. Brenda Direen says:
      Feb 13, 2013 at 7:44 pm

      absolutely lovely! Thanks for the inspiration!

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    64. ashlee c says:
      Feb 14, 2013 at 2:10 pm

      i’m on a “commenting on layla’s blog” roll! haha. your sunroom looks lovely. what i like about it is the simple fact that it’s filled with things you probably LOVE. it doesn’t look like you bought things just to fill your room – it looks like you’ve collected treasures over time and have put them on display. does that make any sense? so many people rush out and buy enough ‘stuff’ to fill a room in entirety but none of it seems PERSONAL. i’m a big fan of making spaces your own, rather than copying magazine photos. everything from your plates to your mason jars look beautiful.

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      • Layla says:
        Feb 14, 2013 at 4:46 pm

        Makes total sense, Ashlee. Free, found, and flea is my favorite way to add personality to my environment! :-D

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    65. Laura says:
      Feb 15, 2013 at 7:42 am

      Yours was the very first blog I read and still continue to follow it. You have never ceased to amaze me. You guys are still awesome and I love the chandelier!

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    66. Laura L. says:
      Feb 15, 2013 at 9:36 am

      I absolutely love this chandelier and thanks for reminding us that you can most always modify something to fit your style or room. Looks great!

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    68. Kim @ Vintage Pretties says:
      Feb 19, 2013 at 5:53 am

      I love this room — the house is really starting to look more “Layla & Kevin”.

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    69. Paulina J! says:
      Mar 1, 2013 at 1:56 pm

      Hi Layla,
      This room makes my heart pitter-patter really fast :) I was wondering what the cards in the teal planter are and where you got them. They look so pretty. Love the room and the way you decorate!

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