No need at all to apologize. I answer reader’s questions as often as time permits and I’m happy to answer yours as well.

It seems to me that if one person takes the time to ask the question that many more people probably have the same or a similar question.

Since it is almost impossible remotely and with limited information to select the one perfect color I have instead chosen to give ideas about how to solve a particular dilemma while sharing some insights into why I’m making the suggestions I am.

My hope is that by sharing how I think about color solutions that the readers can learn something that they can take away and use when they tackle their own projects.

All that being said, I have some thoughts on the color for you daughter’s room. Please see my post Madison’s pink room

~Kate

In the meantime, how gracious of you to offer to help me specifically with finding a non-pepto-bismal pink. I am honoured and grateful. Thank you!!!

Thanks for asking some great questions.

First I’ll tell you now to worry about what is ‘in’ or ‘out’ so to speak. Always, always, always go with what you like the most and not with something just because it is currently in fashion.

A home that reflects the personality and style of you and your family will be a place you love to come home to for years and will feel welcoming to your guests.

You are right in my article that appeared in the Washington Post and Chicago Tribune as well as a few other cities did include a quote from my positive review of faux finish from Valspar that said I was “so over faux finishes” that they had pulled from my blog. Here the whole quote from my blog.

“I am so over faux finishes at this point having helped just one too many of my friends fix their Ralph Lauren and other faux DIY projects. However, when I saw the Brushed Pearl finish I was so taken with the look that I quickly forgot all that and headed off to Lowe’s to pick up the paint.”

As you can see my “so over” was more about actually executing the technique not about whether or not it was a great finishi. You can see what else I had to say in Kate’s DIY Project: Valspar Brushed Pearl and get a peak at my powder room.

If you like a faux finish then go with it. I did.

As for wallpaper it seems that with so many other options– painting, faux finish, stencils, fabric, and on and one –that wallpaper just has more competition. There are some absolutely gorgeous wallpapers out today so I wouldn’t rule it out as an option. I’ll add a post with a few of my favorites as soon as I have time to put it together.

Whatever you decide I’d enjoy seeing pictures and maybe I could share them with readers on the blog. Thanks for dropping by. ~Kate

I’m glad you stopped by and look forward to having you visit again soon!

Thank for stopping by…or should that be popping by

I enjoyed meeting many new bloggers thanks to Cottage Magpie and hope to see you again soon. ~Kate

Thanks a lot for mentioning Annalunda and for your nice words. What a website you have!!! I´ll be back ~ Annie

You might also enjoy the articles related to food on my website–

Sensational Color Gourmet Color

Thanks for visiting and look forward to seeing you again soon.

~Kate

Thanks for the mention here as a part of Angela’s green post! As I told her, spectacular food is as good as a spectacular room!

This is a womderful place to visit, I’ll be back! Thanks for hopping over and please come again!

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Tara