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My White & Soft Blue Rustic Modern Dining Room

November 13, 2015 by Cassie 52 Comments

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Sometimes as much as you might love a space, a fresh new look is needed.  In this season of my life, lately I am craving lighter and brighter, and LESS.  I still love my moody dark walls and plan to use them in some other areas of my home, but overall I am just craving less stuff.  Of course I haven’t had any time to really purge lately, but it will be coming!  A few weeks ago, I shared the new look of my dining room sideboard which I painted with Amy Howard’s One Step Paint.  I mentioned in that post that sometimes a snowball effect can occur and one thing leads to another.  The rest of the room felt off to me with that one change.  And thanks to some serendipitous circumstances, I was able to keep making a few changes to create my white & soft blue rustic modern dining room.

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A major change to the space is the curtains.  I adore my Lacefield Marrakesh drapes but as I mentioned I was craving less, and they felt heavy to me.  I mentioned it to one of my best friends who is very design minded, and she happened to have a set of 4 white Ikea panels she told me I could have for the space.  I brought them home to try out and left them folded on the table for a week.  I also bought a fantastic grayish blue rustic cabinet that I brought to Sweet Clover.  I had feelings for this cabinet…. you know the kind.Blue Vintage Cabinet in White Rustic Modern Dining RoomPin

I let it sit in the barn through the weekend of our Holiday Open House and decided that if it was still there after that, it was meant to come home with me.  It’s filled with shelves and has better storage than the previous piece we had there.

I worked all day Monday on sales books, and come Tuesday morning I was ready to move forward with changes!  Chris helped me haul in the blue cabinet and haul out the other before he headed off to work.  I hung the white drapes and at first was in shock… any dramatic change can have that immediate effect.

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But once everything was hung and the room was put together again, it felt like a breath of fresh air!

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The light new look was not lost on my family either. (The table is not crooked below; the wide angle lens does that sometimes!)

White Rustic & Vintage Dining Room with Soft Blues & Black AccentsPinEmmy was the first to notice and she told me she loved the white curtains and the space felt so bright!

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Chris was late that night, so I didn’t get his commentary until the next morning.  Typically if he doesn’t like something, he doesn’t say a word.  If he really detests something, he lets me know, and if he really loves something, he lets me know.  He made it a point to tell me how much he loved the white curtains.  I was honestly surprised!White Rustic & Vintage Dining Room with Soft Blues & Black Accents 4PinIt’s funny how one change can lead to so many more.White Rustic & Vintage Dining Room with Soft Blues & Black Accents 8Pin

And this cabinet…. be still my heart, I just love it so much!

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The colors in this space are pure perfection to my eyes.  I know it’s not everyone’s cup of tea, but these are the colors my soul craves.

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Oh, and did you see my funny little sign… a very good friend of mine gave it to me.  She knows me well and it makes me smile every time I see it and think of her, and also think of how I like to go against the grain… it’s a past time. 😉

Slate Blue Cabinet in White Dining RoomPinAnd finally, just for fun, I jumped in to a couple shots.  Here I am oh so casually setting the table for no one because I work at home often and eat lunch alone… And Chris is often late… but let’s pretend that I was hosting a casual get together, OK? (Sidenote, Toms booties are the most comfortable things in the world!)

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This space now feels so airy and breathable to me…. I can’t wait to give it a rustic (with a little glam) holiday decor!

What do you think of the changes?  Were you team moody and dark or are you team light?  I am a switch hitter, personally.

Happy Friday- I hope you have a fantastic weekend!

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  1. laura@duke manor farm says

    November 13, 2015 at 4:58 am

    I am team light all the way…..but then again, i loved the old look to of your dining room. Light or Dark. the room is perfection Cassie.

    Reply
    • Cassie says

      November 14, 2015 at 9:07 pm

      thank you so much, laura!

      Reply
  2. Julia@Cuckoo4Design says

    November 13, 2015 at 7:22 am

    Yes it’s so light, bright and beautiful and so are you 🙂

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    • Cassie says

      November 14, 2015 at 9:07 pm

      thank you so much- you are too sweet.

      Reply
  3. Ashley@Biggerthanthethreeofus says

    November 13, 2015 at 8:00 am

    What a change! Personally, I’m team moody BUT I totally like it light and bright as well. I totally understand the feeling of wanting to switch from dark/light and it’s just paint so no biggie! Also, I didn’t even know Toms made boots. Off to check those out now. Have a great weekend.

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    • Cassie says

      November 14, 2015 at 9:06 pm

      thank you so much, ashley! and yes, i got my toms booties last year and they are SO warm and cozy!

      Reply
  4. Brynne@TheGatheredHome says

    November 13, 2015 at 8:25 am

    I always go team moody in my home, but I also adore light and bright spaces in other people’s homes! The new cabinet goes so well with your sideboard – love it! I agree – those colors are so you!

    And I just switched out all the curtains downstairs here with white panels from Ikea and yes, the difference is just shocking!

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    • Cassie says

      November 14, 2015 at 9:06 pm

      thank you so much! i still love moody, too- i mean, i just love too much!

      Reply
  5. Danielle says

    November 13, 2015 at 9:05 am

    Yes! I LOVE the refresh! We have Ikea curtains in our living and dining room and LOVE them. Still allow light in but add a softness. Beautiful, Cassie.

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    • Cassie says

      November 14, 2015 at 9:05 pm

      thank you so much, danielle! i am really happy with it!

      Reply
  6. Jessica @ Dear Emmeline says

    November 13, 2015 at 9:42 am

    Ahhhh!!!! I love deep moody colors but there’s just something about bright living spaces! The new cabinet is perfect. The color is fabulous.
    You might be moving out of some people’s color wheelhouse but you’re moving right into mine. 🙂
    p.s. If I haven’t said it already I love that hair cut on you, super cute!

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    • Cassie says

      November 14, 2015 at 9:05 pm

      thank you SO much on everything! and yes, i totally am moving in to your wheel house!

      Reply
  7. Bliss says

    November 13, 2015 at 9:46 am

    It looks great, but now I’ve got a song stuck in my head….. feelings woah woah woah, feeeeelings.

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    • Cassie says

      November 14, 2015 at 9:03 pm

      haha!

      Reply
  8. Amy Renea says

    November 13, 2015 at 9:51 am

    Look how cute you are setting the table in your white and bright dining room 🙂 🙂 🙂

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    • Cassie says

      November 14, 2015 at 8:45 pm

      thank you so much, amy! i appreciate it! 🙂

      Reply
  9. Barbara says

    November 13, 2015 at 10:14 am

    Hi, I love your cabinet and your sentence: The colors in this space are pure perfection to my eyes. I know it’s not everyone’s cup of tea, but these are the colors my soul craves. I can very well identify myself with this. Barbara

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    • Cassie says

      November 14, 2015 at 8:45 pm

      aaaw, so glad you enjoyed it, barbara! hope you are having a great weekend!

      Reply
  10. Suzanne says

    November 13, 2015 at 10:35 am

    I love it! I did love the before but this so light and bright. I only just finished clearing out my living and dining room of too much “stuff” and it felt great. I tend to collect so much to stage my pics with and culled through it and put a lot away in my office. Now the hard part will be trying to decorate for the holidays without it feeling cluttered again!

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    • Cassie says

      November 14, 2015 at 8:45 pm

      YES, it really does feel so great to clear the clutter!!! and thank you, friend!

      Reply
  11. Haley says

    November 13, 2015 at 11:26 am

    This looks awesome! I keep thinking I’m team moody and dark, but I love all of the new light changes you’ve been making. That new cabinet is perfect in there. I can’t even remember what it used to be.

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    • Cassie says

      November 14, 2015 at 8:45 pm

      i am team both- you can be, too! 🙂 and thank you!

      Reply
  12. Trina LJBaH blog (@LetsBuildaHouse) says

    November 13, 2015 at 12:17 pm

    Ohh setting up for an imaginary casual dinner, you don’t say? 😉

    The room looks so airy and dreamy now. I also have feelings for that cabinet too.

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    • Cassie says

      November 14, 2015 at 8:44 pm

      come on over so it doesn’t have to be imaginary!!! thank you so much, trina!

      Reply
  13. Debbie @ Refresh Restyle says

    November 13, 2015 at 2:15 pm

    Beautiful, the room and you! Have a great weekend!
    Debbie

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    • Cassie says

      November 14, 2015 at 8:43 pm

      thank you so much, debbie! you, too!

      Reply
  14. AnnNell says

    November 13, 2015 at 4:21 pm

    I love the light and bright of this room. In the Winter months, none of us get enough light in to our homes. Dark colors, which most people use in Winter, are depressing to me and begin to make the room look to closed in. The cabinet is absolutely perfect for your room ! What a gift !!
    I enjoy your blog very much.

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    • Cassie says

      November 14, 2015 at 8:42 pm

      so true!!! thank you so much, ann!

      Reply
  15. Gretchen says

    November 13, 2015 at 4:22 pm

    ahhh, it looks so bright and airy in there! I’m all about the moody, but I can definitely appreciate light, too 🙂

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    • Cassie says

      November 14, 2015 at 8:42 pm

      thank you, gretchen! i love both so i am always torn! but also always happy… either way!

      Reply
  16. Claire Brody says

    November 13, 2015 at 5:28 pm

    It’s stunning, Cassie!! I love it all. So fresh and airy!

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    • Cassie says

      November 14, 2015 at 8:41 pm

      thank you so much, claire!

      Reply
  17. Heather says

    November 14, 2015 at 8:19 am

    LOVE it. Team light at the moment. I have the Ritva’s in my dining room and they are perfection, not to mention affordable. Enjoy your lightened up space.

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    • Cassie says

      November 14, 2015 at 8:41 pm

      oh i agree! we have them in our living room, too!

      Reply
  18. Lisa says

    November 14, 2015 at 12:34 pm

    I love the look–it is so airy and bright. I’ve been on the same kick. I just took all the curtains out of our dining room too! And even funnier, I’ve been on the hunt for that kind of cabinet for my dining room, but there is a real lack of good craigslist furniture out here. I love your room, it looks fantastic.

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    • Cassie says

      November 14, 2015 at 8:41 pm

      thank you so much, lisa! good luck in your search!!!

      Reply
  19. Fiona, Lilyfield Life says

    November 15, 2015 at 1:27 am

    all fresh and lovely. looks great!

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    • Cassie says

      November 16, 2015 at 7:11 am

      thank you so much, fiona!

      Reply
  20. Designing Vibes says

    November 15, 2015 at 7:12 am

    Cassie!
    I love your dining room. You did a great job of mixing chairs and keeping the space interesting. You beautifully pulled off a rustic/eclectic vibe while still keeping it elegant. And I also took a look at your home tour. Oh my goodness….I am swooning over that turquoise backspash. Gorgeous!!!
    Much love,
    Erica from designingvibes.com

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    • Cassie says

      November 16, 2015 at 7:10 am

      thank you so much, erica! and thank you for taking the time to come visit me! 🙂

      Reply
  21. Jennifer @ Town and Country Living says

    November 15, 2015 at 9:32 am

    Love the new look of your dining room!

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    • Cassie says

      November 16, 2015 at 7:10 am

      thank you so much, jennifer!

      Reply
  22. Shelley | Crazy Wonderful says

    November 16, 2015 at 9:52 am

    It’s so pretty Cassie!!! You can do no wrong! The cabinet looks great with your buffet too. Also, still loving that haircut on you! I need my heart eye emoji right now <3

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    • Cassie says

      December 3, 2015 at 8:04 pm

      aaaw, thank you so much, shelley! you are the best and really good for my ego.

      Reply
  23. Carol @ CAD INTERIORS says

    November 16, 2015 at 12:22 pm

    Cassie, I love your new dining space! It’s so light, bright, and airy! Like you, I’ve been embracing a “less is more” mood in my own home… and life in general. There is something refreshing about simplicity. 🙂

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    • Cassie says

      December 3, 2015 at 8:04 pm

      thank you so much! yes, it just feels better to embrace simplicity- i agree!

      Reply
  24. Amber @ Wills Casa says

    November 16, 2015 at 11:23 pm

    You are adorable! I actually had to do a double take! Your dining space has always been a favorite for me (along with your living room). I love the lighter choice. I bet it’s going to be amazing when you get the snow light in there this winter. You will be so glad you went light and bright!

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    • Cassie says

      December 3, 2015 at 8:03 pm

      aaaw, thank you so much, amber! it sure will be magical to get that first snow!

      Reply
  25. Sharon @ Elizabeth & Co. says

    November 19, 2015 at 11:58 am

    I love the lighter, fresher look Cassie! I’ve been feeling the same about stuff. I think it partly has to do with all the staging we do for tag sales. Once we get home, we’re over it. And it just feels better to live in a more calm and quiet environment!

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    • Cassie says

      December 3, 2015 at 7:58 pm

      thank you so much, sharon! yes- that is the truth!

      Reply

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