No Need to Hang

We don't always need to hang a mirror on a wall - we can simply prop one on a buffet or a dresser...

And enjoy its' reflection!

No need to always hang shutters on the wall either - we can easily prop those too...

And enjoy the archictectural element they add to a room...

No nails, no screws - no measuring, no tools! My kind of decorating! 

;-)

Kim

Comments

[D'Ann]

I just found your blog today. What a joy!!!

Your home is so cozy and whimsical and just gorgeous. Thank you for sharing.

[Adrienne]

Hi Kim -
You are right! We don't always have to hang things we hung for years. Your mirrors and shutters are perfect in their special spots. I have coming to visit but haven't left a comment for awhile. Slipping in and slipping out when time was of the essence. Always so enjoyable to visit you and Maggie.
~Adrienne~

[sandra/tx]

Pretty, pretty, Kim. :-)

[nola, of the alamo north]

What a great idea, the way you used the mirrors, and so portable! I love the way you used the books to raise the candlesticks up and vary the height, I do that a lot.

[twice as nice]

Wow those are some great ideas. I really love that plate...very cute :o)

[Jackie]

I love shutters!!! Super cute in the house. :-)

XOXO

[Linda]

I am a huge fan on propping mirrors! Never thought about the shutters, great idea.

Blessings
Linda

[Kelly]

I love the look of artwork, etc. casually propped up as well and do that frequently. I've got to say though, unfortunately for my walls, my hammer never seems to make its way back into the toolbox, I'm a constant re-arranger!

Your use of color in your home is just beautiful and I hope to attain that gorgeous layered look in my own home.

My color palette is blue, green, yellow with touches of pink.

Morning, Kim! I have those same little rooseter napkin holders. They were given to me by a sweet blog friend a couple of weeks ago. I have a shutter propped up against the wall on my sun porch. Does that mean I may have some great ideas like you? You're the Diva!!
Be a sweetie,
Shelia;)

[Bella Casa]

If I showed this to my dh, I would be in trouble! lol He hates when I get the hammer and nails out! ;)

Bella

[Cheryl (Copper's Wife)]

Oh, what a good idea! I like the flexibility that non-anchored things allow, too, as I am one who likes to change things up frequently. Thanks for the inspiration to not always attach the "big" items.

[Sharon]

My kind of decorating!
I have done that with a couple of paintings in my living room. They are on top of cabinets, leaning against the wall.

I love your dresser too.

[Jean Eakin]

Kim, I love your white rooster with the black and white plate. It really pops.
The shutters in your bedroom add such a great architectual detail to the room. Of course I am partial to red too. You have a great day.
Jean in Virginia

[Anna @ Rusty Cottage]

I am so with you on this one Kim. If I can prop it somewhere and it looks good then I am one happy decorator. In fact, just this morning before checking my blogs I propped a new red mirror on a shelve instead of hanging it. Looks so good with my fall decor. Thanks for sharing!
As always, God bless!
~Anna @ Rusty Cottage

You seriously have such a cozy, comfy home... I want shutters so much, waiting to come across some!

[brandi]

Whoops, that last comment was from me, I forgot to put my info in! Have a blessed day, look forward to your next post!

[Rachel Going]

Oh yes, can we ever prop! And you sweet Kim, prop with the finest of style! xo rachel

[Diane]

My husband's, too. He hates nailholes in the wall but he's given up on me. Lovely pictures, Kim.

[Pink Slippers]

So true. I really love the way the shutters frame in the dresser. Nice touch.

[Tara]

Kim, you are a girl after my own heart. I admit, I'm a "propper". Stuff is propped everywhere here, mirrors, shutters, etc. Love the way it looks and no tools! Great post!~xo

[Layla Palmer]

SERIOUSLY. Those shutters propped up against the wall on either side of that dresser are to DIE for!
Love your colors...they make me happy.
I know you just love to wake up and look around. :-)

Layla
The Lettered Cottage

Love that bedroom Kim. I am not sure I have seen it before; love the colors and the layering of the bed and of course, the shutters.

Janet @ Housepeepers

[Mary]

You have the best ideas, Kim!
I like to lean things too. Makes it easier to change around if you feel so inclined.
And I have the same chicken napkin rings!! I got them 25 years ago for a wedding shower gift! Love them!
Thanks for the pics. I get so much inspiration from you.
mary

Kim, you are just full of great ideas! I would not have thought of just leaning shutters against the wall. Wonderful!

xoxoxo,
Deborah in NC

[Deborah]

Kim, you are just full of great ideas! I would not have thought of just leaning shutters against the wall. Wonderful!

xoxoxo,
Deborah in NC

[Jenni- nest to keep]

I love how you put the red shutters on either side of your dresser AND how you placed the mirror on the back of your buffet! It's just perfect!

Have a great day! :)

[Bluemagpie]

I love those red shutters. So adorable! That white chippy painted mirror is the best. I wish my house looked that nice.

Addi :)

[Susan Ramey Cleveland]

What a wonderful decorator you are, Kim. Wish I had you here for a couple of weeks.

[DebbieCalif]

I really like the shutters around the bedroom mirror. Love it, and the white rooster. I have a rooster...and some white spray paint...hmmmmm. Thanks for the ideas!
Blessings,
Debbie

[LeAnn]

Hi Kim,
I'm all for propping, got a few of those in my house too. Simplify I do say.

Hugs,
LeAnn:)

[Diane@A Picture is worth..]

I love all your accessories and special touches. The mirrors look great propped...and can easily be exchanged with each other this way. Great point!

[Jessica]

Love love love your pictures! How beautifully inviting your home is! My Barkley would find your Maggie quite the sweet girl!

[Irene*The Green Greek*]

Yes, no nails, please! I do love your style!

[Sandy Toes]

I have never seen such a wonderful room...it is so beautiful! I love it so much! When can I move in? I love the rooster napkin holders too! I just stared at your pictures to soak it all in!

-Sandy Toes

[rue]

Good morning Kim :)

I love the new blue table in your other post. What a cozy corner you created with it.

Of course I had already seen Maggie's portriat and loved it. She is a perfect muse ;)

I'm a prop-er too (lol). Although, I had wanted some shutters, but had no idea what I would do with them. Thank you for the idea :)

Hugs for Miss Maggie!
love,
rue

[Dena]

Oh Kim, I love those shutters you have in your room! I've been looking for some like that for the longest time :) I love the mirror on your buffet too, what a perfect idea!

Hugs,
Dena

[deserae]

Ohhhh....fabulous ideas! Gotta love it when no tools are required too!
~Des

[Michele]

Kim...great idea! I never think of just propping things.

Hugz,
Michele

[Gretchen]

Kim,

I love the mirror and the shutters. They are the perfect accent in those rooms. I also love the way you layered those quilts and throws on the bed.

Gretchen

[Miss Lila in Atlanta]

Hi,
I just found your blog today, 9-4-08. God only knows how I got here. I've been lost in blog heaven for three hours now. I love your cottage. I will be back.
Miss Lila in Atlanta

Hi Kim, I like to prop things too.
Have a blessed day Kim !

[Rita May]

It's always a pleasure to visit your home. It's a daily "fix" for me. I love the inspiration I get from someone who truly loves their house, and fusses and putters with it. I also never leave "well enough alone".

Cheers!
Rita

[Donna]

I like to do that too, Kim! I love the look of the shutters propped against the wall. Beautiful pictures!

Hugs,
Donna

[Alice Galiano]

Kim i love this page, beautyful fotos , end miss maggie is fofa( portuguese word) remenber me ... i living in Rio De janeiro Brasil , kiss Alice

[Sheila]

Love the shutters, Kim! And I'm a "propper," too -- from mirrors to artwork. Do you ever prop paintings on the sills of windows? I do that if I want a window to have a bit of privacy on the bottom and not have the view obstructed in the top sash. Then I cover the back with decorative paper so that the painting will have a neat look from the outside if someone comes around to that side of the house.

Love your pictures as usual! Great job! :-)

Sheila

[Wanda]

Fabulous, as usual! I do love the effect of propped mirrors. And propped shutters. And propped pictures. And just about anything else that will lean.

[Selena]

I like that type of decorating too. I like it simple, fun and beautiful.

[row.]

everything looks great-as always!
I have that exact black n white plate.
u have such a gift for putting items together-u make it look so easy. I love the way the shutters look propped up.

[Tina]

love it! as always.
Hoping you are having a wonderful week!
Tina

[Vicki]

What a pretty room to take a nice Autumn nap in....

[Catherine]

Love these ideas! Looks beautiful!
Hugs,
Cathie

[Sweet Cottage Dreams]

I love your red shutters!! They are fabulous in your room! I love leaning mirrors against things, too. Mirrors really make a room, or space, appear larger, too.

Great job decorating, Kim! Always fun to see what you have done in Daisy Cottage!

BTW, that pic of Maggie is fabulous!!!!!
Duhgall is admiring it, too.

xo
Becky