Come on inside and see our spring farmhouse living room makeover, with some bright colorful touches. We’ve mostly neglected this space since we moved in January, but I’m so glad to finally cozy it up.
This post is sponsored by Tuesday Morning. All opinions are my own.
Our farmhouse living room before
When we moved into our late 19th-century Victorian farmhouse back in January, we basically just threw the furniture in the living room and shut the door. With five kids worth of clothes, kitchen dishes and about 10 other rooms that needed attention, there were bigger fish to fry.
Since then, I added a couple of rugs and one more couch.
I knew I wanted to give it a little attention soon, so we could use it to enjoy time together as a family.
One thing I noticed about our new home in comparison to our previous Craftsmen was that the extra large rooms need MORE. More furniture, more rugs, more chandeliers, and even a little more color.
My minimalist aesthetic, and clean simple lines, from the last house, just looked off in our new home. The extra tall ceilings, detailed trim, transom windows, and gorgeous hardwoods demanded a little something.
Our farmhouse living room after
I went to my local Tuesday Morning to grab some items for the spring refresh. I couldn’t believe how little I spent for what all I brought home. I went shopping with all five kids, but it was actually a surprisingly quick trip. I quickly found several coordinating pieces that I knew would be perfect for the living room.
My daughters actually helped me, as we gathered several things from around the store and grouped them together in one area. We put something in the pile, looked it over and decided if it coordinated well. We had several clear winners after a little deliberating.
Items I grabbed from Tuesday Morning
Blue chair
Bronze desk lamp
Oil rubbed bronze floor lamp
Wicker basket
Blue floral ceramic lantern vase
24″ blue velvet pillow
Textured navy blue pillow
Check your local Tuesday Morning to see what they have to offer. The selection is always different, so you never know what treasures you might come across.
This sweet linen basket is perfect for a couple of cozy throw blankets.
Blue chair from Tuesday morning
I loved this chair right away. The color felt a little bolder than I would normally go, but I felt like it could make the perfect accent. Besides, blue is my favorite home decor color. I always say I’m going to branch out, and then it’s just another shade of blue.
We discovered pretty quickly that it comfortably sits two kids. I have found them reading together on it several times since we brought it home.
I love the casters on the bottom, washed wood legs, tufted back and rolled arms.
Bronze desk lamp and blue velvet pillow
This room was calling for some lamps. It makes me want to cozy up on the couch and read a book. We still need to replace the overhead fixture, but adding the lamps at least feels like a step in the right direction for the living room lighting.
I love the extra texture that the velvet pillow adds.
Blue floral ceramic lantern vase
I knew I had to have this thing the second I saw it. It has a vintage patina and a beautiful pattern. I especially love how it looks filled with orange spring tulips.
Oil rubbed bronze floor lamp and Textured navy blue pillow
More texture and more light is always a good thing!
Family game night
A bright living room refresh met my ultimate goal of making this room more cozy and approachable. The changes called for a fun-filled family game night!
The girls and I picked up snacks and games, and we brought the whole family in to enjoy our spring farmhouse living room makeover.
The boys were mostly just interested in the food!
I’m so glad to finally have this space feel more functional for our family of seven. There is plenty of seating and just the right amount of color.
Make sure to head to your local Tuesday Morning to see what treasures you can find for your next home decor project.
Tracy Lyle says
Lisa, I am loving watching your style evolve! I am also loving the mix of old and new colour and texture thank you
Sandra Szanto says
Everything looks absolutely wonderful. I am quite certain your family will enjoy many happy times in this living room making memories to last for a lifetime. God bless your family.
Danni Rico says
I love how just a few things can transform a space. I love how you add just the right amount of color and your mix of texture.
-Danni
Becky says
A bit of color looks so good!!
Melody says
Love the lamps! Where did you find them?
Emily says
Beautiful!! I love the color and textures! We have a Tuesday Morning in our area but I have never been in it. I’ll have to check it out. PS glad to know I’m not alone in bringing all the kids (6 of them) with me when shopping. It’s crazy but we make it work. 🙂
Karolyn Love says
That room, now, just says “come on in and sit a while”!! I love, love the blue accents and especially that chair…you and the kids did a great job of decorating the living room and it truly will be a room to gather everyone in! It just screams comfortable and homey! And definitely not as a second thought, but your kids are just so dang cute!!
Lisa says
Thank so much Karolyn! Coziness was 100% the goal in this room. 🙂
Norma says
Looks beautiful 💜💜
Lisa says
Thank you so much Norma!
Teri says
Lisa
Are you going to have another Facebook page for your new home?
And what are you planning on doing with walls? Or are you leaving them blank or hanging pictures?
Kris Mays says
I’ve never heard of that place. Must not be on the West Coast. Everything looks great. Blue is my favorite color to decorate with, too!
Lisa says
Hey Kris! You can find locations here: http://www.tuesdaymorning.com/stores/index.html I see some west coast, but depending on where you are! 🙂
Rhonda says
Hi Lisa,
I love the splash of blue! Where did you get the tan rug? Is it jute and does it shed? Thank you!
Lisa says
Hey Rhonda! The tan one is jute. We actually picked it up secondhand, but they have them everywhere, including Amazon!
Michele says
I absolutely love the family room. It’s perfect. You have a great eye for function meets beauty. Thank you for sharing the update. I love the house updates and by the way my sourdough starter is doing great adding the fresh milled grains.
Michele
Lisa says
Oh awesome Michele! So glad to hear your starter is thriving!
Crystal says
Love love love this room! So cozy! Where did you find the white rug with the braids? Love the white rug layered with the jute!
Bea Lee says
Love the living room. Tuesday Morning is one of my favorite stores, especially for rugs and holiday decorations. Wanted you to know I found the DIY magazine at Publix in Florida today. A great feature, but I think your photos are equally as good.
Katie says
I LOVE the blue chair! So cute 🙂
Kathy says
I really am enjoying how you are adapting to the new house. Great ideas and sources. We have a Tuesdsy Mornings nearby and I will definitely stop in now. Also, I think it’s great how you had snacks like I would for special guests. Now I need to treat US like special guests. Learning so much. PS am enjoying my doTerra oils…more blogs maybe?
Christina says
Recently discovered you and love what you do!
Anne says
Thank you for your really useful tutorials, and the “you can do this” vibe you project. I love foraging for treasures at thrift shops, rummage sales and house sales, too. Enjoy you new home!
Amie Smith says
I would love to know the paint color you used on the walls. I am transitioning our bold colors to white and am finding picking a white paint color can actually be quite tricky!
Lisa says
It sure can be! We used Benjamin Moore Dune White and I really love it.
Pamela says
Hi Lisa, just beautiful! I’m curious where you got your slipcover? Love it!
Lisa says
Thank you! I actually made them all. 🙂