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Help Us Choose a Wallpaper- Vote!

July 7, 2015 by Cassie 23 Comments

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This post, Help Us Choose a Wallpaper, is in collaboration with Graham & Brown. *

A little less than a year ago, my neighbor and friend approached me and said, “There’s a new family at our church and they moved in to that old farmhouse.  We are hosting a lunch at the house for them and I wanted to know if you’d like to come.”

“That old farmhouse as in the one with the pond?”

“Yes, that’s the one!”

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I couldn’t say yes fast enough.  I have always driven by that house and dreamed about it…. it’s an old farmhouse built in 1847 and has such character and is surrounded by a beautiful yard with a pond, barn, and willows.  I was so excited to see the inside of house and meet the new owners.  I walked into the home and right away, I knew that I would be friends with this new owner, Carrie.  She was adorably pregnant with her 5th child, and her oldest two (both girls) were not only the same ages as mine, but we discovered would be in the same classes as well when they went back to school.  A year later, our girls are the best of friends, and I have also made a friend for life in Carrie.  We run or walk together every morning now, and share a love of design, quirky tees, and odd compliments.  We can also have an entire conversation with just emojis.  A month or so ago I told her I knew right away upon that first meeting that we would be friends- I could just feel the vibe that this was someone who I would like to spend time with, ya know?  And she told me she remembered the shirt I was wearing that day, because it was very much something she would wear and she knew that we could be friends.  I love how it all worked out!

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Emmy fishing in their pond

We often chat about design and DIY projects in our homes, sharing ideas and inspiration.  Carrie is in the process of adding on to her home to suit their family, and the room the girls currently sleep in will soon be a secondary room, with the girls moving to a larger space.  The current room has light blue trim, and a chair rail; above the chair rail is an old wallpaper.  Because the home is so old, the walls are plaster and removing the wallpaper would be nearly impossible.  Carrie has decided to wallpaper over the existing paper with something that suits her style.  Here’s a peek at what we are working with on the trim and walls:

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We are excited to be collaborating with Graham & Brown on this project.  We are going to share with you our top 5 wallpapers for this space, but also want to leave you with some things to consider before casting your vote.

1. The paper needs to be something that can be used for the girls room (currently) or possibly for her boys in the future.

2. It needs to work with the current trim color.  The trim might eventually be repainted, but it won’t be happening for a long time if it does, so we want it to work with what’s there now.

Now let’s get to the fun part…. Here are the 5 that we have narrowed it down to, in no particular order.

1. Eccentric

What we love: Hello, it’s quirky, whimsical, and fun!  We love the woodsy vibe mixed with the hats, frames, and birds.  We love the black and white sketch look.

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2. Luna Grey

What we love: The pattern is classic, neutral, and also has a great texture and sheen.

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3. Nature Trail White Mica

What we love: This pattern is nature inspired, whimsical and has just a touch of shine to it on the wings of the butterflies and dragonflies.

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4. Floribunda Soft Green

What we love: The splash of color that could easily work for a girls’ or boys’ space.

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5. Enara Parchment

What we love: This pattern is so fun with its animal motif, but also very subtle.  The color leans more towards gray in person (a plus for us!).

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And now it’s your turn to weigh in with your vote– help us choose the winning wallpaper.

Thanks for taking the time to share your opinion with us.

*This post is a collaboration with Graham & Brown.  I am not being compensated but will be receiving wallpaper.  All opinions are my own.

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Comments

  1. Danielle says

    July 7, 2015 at 9:16 am

    Soooo, I love them all. I like how quirky the first one is and think that could be boy or girl but also love the last one – unisex and fun pattern.

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    • Cassie says

      July 12, 2015 at 8:18 pm

      that first one is a favorite of mine!

      Reply
  2. Krystine @www.KrystineEdwards.com/blog says

    July 7, 2015 at 9:19 am

    Love the first one!!! It’s so you!

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    • Cassie says

      July 12, 2015 at 8:17 pm

      i love that one so much!

      Reply
  3. [email protected] says

    July 7, 2015 at 9:26 am

    I like them all for different reasons. This is why I could never choose wallpaper – too much pressure. 😉

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    • Cassie says

      July 12, 2015 at 8:17 pm

      i know!!!!! the pressure and commitment!

      Reply
  4. Patty Day says

    July 7, 2015 at 11:14 am

    Amazing. Another question on wallpaper in two days. Since all the wallpaper from 20 years ago has been removed, everyone has forgotten how much work it was to take it down. But……for all the practical reasons I votes for last one. It will stand the test of time and go with whatever the room is used for the future.
    xo
    Patty

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    • Cassie says

      July 12, 2015 at 8:14 pm

      thanks for your input, patty!

      Reply
  5. Amber @ Wills Casa says

    July 7, 2015 at 5:06 pm

    I would normally say no to the quirky one, but it’s my favorite. Like I really love it. It would look awesome with black trim.

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    • Cassie says

      July 12, 2015 at 8:14 pm

      it’s pretty awesome, right?

      Reply
  6. Jennifer @ Dimples and Tangles says

    July 7, 2015 at 6:12 pm

    I think the pattern on the last one is my fave, I just not sure about the color with the blue trim. Would have to see it IRL. I’m sure any of them would look fabulous, though!

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  7. Jennifer @ Dimples and Tangles says

    July 7, 2015 at 6:13 pm

    Wait, I just looked at the photo again and there’s a light blue chair right in front of it… duh! Looks great!

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    • Cassie says

      July 12, 2015 at 8:13 pm

      haha! 🙂 thanks, jennifer!

      Reply
  8. Cris says

    July 7, 2015 at 8:16 pm

    Wallpaper is evil. Or I should say removing it is the worst. I am in the midst right now. Please, if you have painted walls don’t paper. Think of those who will go behind you some day.

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    • Cassie says

      July 12, 2015 at 8:13 pm

      haha! i know it, right? but i kinda love it, too! everything is cyclical.

      Reply
  9. Shelley | Crazy Wonderful says

    July 7, 2015 at 9:16 pm

    I love hearing stories about how friends or couples met 🙂 Ok, so all of them are gorgeous, but I picked the last one. Gender neutral and could totally grow to accept a lot of different styles along the way. Can’t wait to see how it goes!

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    • Cassie says

      July 12, 2015 at 8:13 pm

      i am glad you enjoyed our courtship story. 😉

      Reply
  10. Gretchen says

    July 8, 2015 at 12:43 am

    1 all the way. no contest. Quirky for the win! 🙂

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    • Cassie says

      July 12, 2015 at 8:13 pm

      haha! i love it!

      Reply
  11. Emily @ 11gables.blogspot.com says

    July 8, 2015 at 9:54 am

    I love the last one. It is timeless and I think it would work in any space. I’m so glad you have made a new friend, Cassie. Sometimes adult friendships can be so difficult to navigate. The fact that you both have daughters who are friends is such a bonus!!! YAY! xox, Emily

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    • Cassie says

      July 12, 2015 at 8:12 pm

      yes- we are so lucky to have each other. i am so thankful that their family moved in and that i am not shy. 🙂

      Reply
  12. [email protected] says

    July 9, 2015 at 9:15 am

    Love love love the first one

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    • Cassie says

      July 12, 2015 at 8:10 pm

      thank you! 🙂

      Reply

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