So tell me…
how do you feel about gallery walls?
how do you feel about gallery walls?
Do you think they are too much?
Too many frames, paintings, mirrors or photos all over one area?
Ornate mixed with simple. Not overwhelming.
I love it.
I have a weakness for old mirrors and vintage brassy old gold.
I never realized how much I loved that vintage tone until I started noticing how much it was
popping up here and there ~ but that’s a different post.
popping up here and there ~ but that’s a different post.
We have a long interior hallway in our house
where I have had various things here.
It seems like it is one of those places that always ends up being changed often.
Difficult to photograph this one I tell you.
I don’t think the widest lens out there would capture it as I see it.
where I have had various things here.
It seems like it is one of those places that always ends up being changed often.
Difficult to photograph this one I tell you.
I don’t think the widest lens out there would capture it as I see it.
While sorting through a stack of old prints and artwork that I am not currently using
I started noticing all the gold frames that I had
I love old gold frames all by themselves and have them displayed here and there
Though they aren’t filled with beautiful artwork I think their simplicity
of their details covered in brassy gold speaks volumes
I love old gold frames all by themselves and have them displayed here and there
Though they aren’t filled with beautiful artwork I think their simplicity
of their details covered in brassy gold speaks volumes
A few coats of paint for some of the non conformers later
and I had a date with a hammer and nails.
I placed, adjusted and shopped the house a bit more to fill in some of the spaces that
were bare or that I didn’t have the right size frame to fit.
If the wall stays this way
I would probably shop the thrifts for some frames that are better fits as well.
I started with the mirrors for that much needed light reflection
and then placed the open frames and it came together in all it’s mix and match imperfection.
and then placed the open frames and it came together in all it’s mix and match imperfection.
How long it will stay… not so sure.
I might wake up tomorrow and think it is outrageously too busy for me…
especially since I have been leaning towards simple and quiet lately
especially since I have been leaning towards simple and quiet lately
But for today~ I am enjoying it’s little bit different look
Happy Weekend everyone!!
sharing at
Kim @ Savvy Southern Style says
I love gallery walls and your is really pretty. Love the color of the chair, too.
Unknown says
Hmmm.. I have mixed feeling on gallery walls. If tastefully done and not too busy I like them. But when they are a hodgepodge of plates, pictures and other things… that just screams too much to me. If the things relate to each other, like yours, I luv it.
Does that make any sense?? Hahahahaaa..
Hugs, Gee
Kathy @ Creative Home Expressions says
I love gallery walls, Courtney! I am just putting the finishing touches on my second one in our entry/foyer now. I'm trying to do it different from the first one I did in our living, which was family pictures in black and white. I think they can really make a difference on a wall that needs "something".
Pieced Pastimes says
Your mirror frame wall is lovely. I don't think it's busy at all but instead fresh and peaceful. I have been on the hunt for some vintage etched mirrors, as I seem to find myself drawn to them lately. Looking forward to your post about the new favorite old mirror.
Have a Lovely Day,
Suzanne
Pieced Pastimes
Sweet Woodruff says
I like it. (But I love Gallery walls and have several in my home). Don't change a thing. I think it gives texture and personality to your wall.
The White Pear Tree says
Love it! I'm so envious of the mirror with the urn applique above! Very trumeau like!
Nicole
Dee at The Carlton says
I love gallery walls & am inclined towards the picture shelves because you can change your mind often …
Pam says
I love gallery walls, although I don't have one currently. I like the open frame idea. It seems to calm down the busyness a bit and allows your eyes to relax. Great choice!
Sherry @ No Minimalist Here says
Beautiful, Courtney! I love all the mirrors.
xx,
Sherry
Preppy Empty Nester says
I think it looks stunning!
ℳartina @ Northern Nesting says
I love gallery walls…yours looks FABULOUS!! Love all the mirrors and old frames!
Have a super weekend!
martinealison says
"Miroir, joli miroir, dis-moi qui est la plus belle ?"…
Très jolie publication…
Gros bisous et bonne fin de semaine.
Meg@OliverandRust says
I am a lover of gallery walls and yours turned out wonderful. Quite similar to one I did a few months ago. I have since added more frames and mirrors but you can see the original arrangement here: http://mt-tails.blogspot.com/2012/11/adding-some-gold.html
Courtney says
It's lovely!! I adore your mirrors!! Thanks for sharing it!! 🙂
Linda@Coastal Charm says
Courtney,
I like what I see…so I say…keep it as is. Hope you are having a wonderful weekend…it's cloudy here at the beach, but hey…that's okay.
Blessings,
Linda
Nita Stacy says
I love them!
fleurcottage says
Hi! Gallery walls w/picture in are way!too!busy! for me but your mirror gallery/empty frames speaks & this could grow on me! Esther
Laura Turner says
I like it! I also love mirrors, get overwhelmed sometimes when things are too busy, but have lots of antique mirrors that would be good to hang in a gallery.
Thanks for sharing.
Laura from sundayview.blogspot.com
Faded Charm says
I love how your wall turned out. I have something similar that I did on my stairway wall a few years ago. There are days that i think it's too busy and others that I love it! So it stays…for now:-)
Enjy your weekend!
xoxo
Kathleen
Junkchiccottage says
Courtney,
This is stunning. I am a white and chippy girl and I just love this so you really did a great job on this wall. I hope you keep it for at least a little while. I really think sometimes it is fun to do something a little different and this came out really nice.
Kris
Carlene @ Organized Clutter says
Love your mirrors and frames. I'm pinning!
Unknown says
I love it all, Courtney!
I posted my own wall of mirrors today!
XO,
Anne
Courtney says
Great minds my friend… great minds. 😉 xo
Di says
I love a gallery wall of mirrors, sometimes pictures are too much. I think your mirrors are wonderful and deserve their own wall. They will also reflect light and movement, my other favorite thing about mirrors. Rules don't apply!
Hydee Pole Photography says
Like the ones you've got here..it works really well.
Patty @ That's So Pretty says
Oh I love a gallery wall! Yours is very nicely done Courtney.
Robin says
I absolutely love the gallery wall! I think the mirrors are perfection 🙂
Anne says
Beautiful frames! You must have collected these for awhile!I love mirror gallery's or just plain frames too! I have a weakness for old frames period! LOVE this look!
xx
Anne
Wende says
I like the look of a gallery wall..but I'm funny about it being things meant for that area…I recently seen plates used in a bedroom and I wasn't too crazy over them in there…loved them together but would rather they be in the kitchen or dining rm..I'm a…think outside of the box girl…but not plates in the bedrm outside…I also love the use a picture rail to rest them..easy for swapping out…love the summitry of yours too…Always a pleasure seeing what your up to……Thanks
Blondie's Journal says
This looks fabulous, Courtney…the wall has all the right elements to keep it interesting but not overstated, just perfect. I have a wall in my living room that I am fretting over. It's not a big room but it's the only wall without windows and it's a bear to figure out. I'd love any ideas you might have.
XO,
Jane
Pendra says
I've got a long hallway with 6 doors and very little light… there is 1 long wall that really needs something on it and I have been thinking of some kind of gallery, but anything I could think of seemed too busy! A wall of mirrors would be lovely and might help with some light in this long hallway!
Unknown says
Lovely! Do you have any suggestions for what kind of gold paint to use on frames? I looked into actual gold leaf and it was expensive and beyond my skills to use it. Is there a good paint/brand? Love checking out all your projects- so inspiring!
Courtney says
I will be sharing more about how to get the 'vintage gold' look in another post. It's easy and inexpensive. 🙂
Unknown says
Can't wait! We have some antique frames from Italy that are some kind of metal leaves entwined and covered with gold leaf. The gold is missing on spots and you see black metal. Maybe it's something we can try. Look forward to it!
Debra@CommonGround says
oh Courtney, I think it's wonderful!
CeCe says
It looks gorgeous….simply gorgeous!
Orlando Designs says
The wall gallery is beautiful! It is well put together. The golds are almost a soft tone and they balance each other well.
Magali@TheLittleWhiteHouse says
Lovely! Each piece is so special and they look so perfect all together!
Anonymous says
I love the walls and mirrors, especially because the reflection is simple. I think it would be hip to do a photo essay of self portraits of your family and friends, as reflections in the mirrors. Then when you change the gallery you will still have the photos. Leave a camera and a note near by and see what happens.
HIBISCUS HOUSE says
I have a weakness for mirrors, always have. I rather like what you have on here, when in the past I didn't like the gallery wall look. This is pretty.
Love, Live and Garden! says
I've just always loved gallery walls and I'm not ashamed to admit it!!! They have always looked stunning to me. Especially when they are full of mismatched frames. Soooo charming… I'm getting chills just thinking about them 🙂
andrea@townandprairie says
I'm in love with that velvet chair, wow!
Kim @ French Country Antiques says
I agree with the others. Your gallery wall of mirrors and frames are so tastefully done and definitely cohesive….not a hodgepodge at all!
Shannon Fox says
It looks beautiful and elegant. Not too much. Just right 🙂
Dee at The Carlton says
I love the slightly muted gold tones & frames of the wall of mirrors – just enough to be elegant!