Let me introduce you to the Paula Deen Sweet Tea Tall Dresser in Tobacco... it is finally in it's new home.... that is being transformed from the bedroom belonging to my daughter as she grew up, all girly and frilly... to a tailored and serene guest room... where my twenty-something daughter and husband can feel loved and welcomed when they come home to StoneGable.
As many of you know, I have been pining away for the gorgeous Paula Deen Sweet Tea Dresser in tobacco for quite some time. I searched high and low for a substitute... but EVERYTHING I hunted down fell so short!!! You can read about all my whining and fussing in "DRESSER DREAMING" by clicking HERE
I can hardly believe this beauty, the Paula Deen Sweet Tea Dresser in tobacco, ( I just have to call it by it's full name!) came to live with us...
You can see the room transformation and the bed by clicking HERE...
and the addition of two small leather ottomans at the bottom of the bed by clicking HERE.
Yes, I finally broke down and bought this work-of-art dresser! (Can you tell how much I LOVE the Paula Deen Sweet Tea Dresser in tobacco?)
I did find a fabulous sale... and the Red Carpet delivery service did a red carpet job and brought it from North Carolina home to me! And I am soooooo happy I did not settle for something else. Sometimes, there IS no substitute! Every time I look at this dresser I want to hug it!
I think it's a perfect fit with the rest of the room. It is tall... dark and very very handsome!
I am still trying to find the right vignette for the top of the dresser.
I bought this natural rattan lamp at HomeGoods as it works well with all the natural elements in the room.
And this fabulous finial was a steal from PB outlet at 75% off!
I am on the lookout for an old metal gym basket to fill with a big healthy fern for the top of the dresser...
But while I am looking for just the right vintage basket I'm using a black wire basket filled with willow balls and pine cones to give my dresser interest and warm texture!
I pulled this black painted chair (that sits in a corner of the work-in-progress bedroom) over to the dresser for a little peek at what else I am working on.
I am not sure if I want to use a chair pad on this chair or just fill it with pillows... if I want one chair or two chairs in the corner... if I want to use a small table with the chair (or chairs)... and if I want a hanging lamp from the ceiling in the corner. There are so many great options!
One thing that I am sure of... as I continue to work on this bedroom I'll share each step with you!
All suggestions and help are welcomed!!!
What a lovely neutral room you have created here! And yes, that is the perfect piece! Very nice.
ReplyDeleteI have my eye on a couple of the Paula Deen furniture pieces...and this was one of the beauties I was eyeing. Love this and it looks great in your guest room. I'm glad that she came to live with you...can I visit occassionally???
ReplyDeleteThe dresser is just beautiful, Yvonne! The furniture store my daughter works for carries Paula Deen pieces and I want to bring everything home! The arrangement on the top of the dresser is just perfect, I love natural elements,they balances out the room. You've done a wonderful job!!
ReplyDeleteXO,
Jane
that room is so refeshing, might be hard to leave lol!
ReplyDeleteHelen
Oh what a beautiful room. I love that dresser. Glad you waited.
ReplyDeletejust gorgeous, and it suits the room perfectly!! I see your kitty loves the PB comforter too!!
ReplyDeleteThe room is so serene and beautiful. I love the dresser.. but what's not to love about tall, dark and handsome! So glad you got what you wanted. xo marlis
ReplyDeleteFantastic room Yvonne! I can see why you stuck with the dresser.
ReplyDeleteYvonne,
ReplyDeleteSo~o~o glad you took the plunge and made THE purchase!!!Oh, and HE is tall, dark and very, very handsome, indeed!!! Your continued plans sound amazing! Years ago, I purchased a small chandelier (4 lights) for the guest room. It is the one feature that all guests compliment about during their stay On crooked Creek! Just sayin'!!! Thanks for sharing with us there is a time and a place to make those all important purchases!
Fondly,
Pat
I love the chest...beautiful details! Great choice....actually I just love the whole room. :)
ReplyDeleteYvonne he's very handsome and he looks fabulous in there! Beautiful vignette too! I love the chair with just the pillows, that seat is too pretty to cover up. Beautiful as always my friend!
ReplyDeleteI would have to agree that is a mighty fine looking drink of dresser.
ReplyDelete~Bliss~
Yvonne, You made a good choice. I like your style of furniture, and I love the dark
ReplyDeletehews. Beautiful.
It's a beautiful piece, Yvonne, and goes so well with the other furniture you have in the room.
ReplyDeleteLOVE your Paula Dean Sweet Tea Dresser in Tobacco! It is perfect, as you well already know!!!
ReplyDeleteI love your basket with willow balls and pinecones and love your chair with the pillows and showing a little bit of the rattan - white matches your other earthy elements. Truly? I think it's done. Don't pad the chair and I wouldn't even change the wire basket, it looks fabulous along with the entire room - wowza.
That dresser is TDF!!!!!!!!!!!!!! He is DEFINITELY tall, dark and VERY handsome!!! I love the wire basket and pinecones. LOVE that finial too. I have 2 rattan lamps put away that I bought for the new house that are VERY similair to the one you have on the dresser. So you know I love it! Best of luck today. XOXO
ReplyDeleteOh Ivonne, your room is so serene and inviting and the dresser is lovely and yeah, there are things that you run across, like this great dresser of yours.. and are so perfect that you do WANT TO HUG them!! Thanks for sharing.
ReplyDeleteFABBY
That dresser is just beautiful. I did not know that Paula Deen had a furniture line.
ReplyDeleteI will have to go online and check this out.
Beautiful guest room your daughter and sil may not want to leave.
Hope your surgery goes well today.
Denise
Looks great, Yvonne. You just hug it all you want.
ReplyDeleteNow that is a handsome piece Yvonne!! Luv the name :-) Very Southern indeed.
ReplyDeletePraying for a successful surgery and a quick recovery.
((HUGS))
Gee
A store on Broad St. here in Augusta, Ga. carries her line of furniture and I have admired several of the dining tables. All are well made and quite lovely. Your dresser is large, in charge and the perfect color with the rest of the room. hugs, Olive
ReplyDeleteBeautiful piece, It's perfect in the room
ReplyDeleteThat dresser was just meant to be in that room. It is beautiful.
ReplyDeletebeautiful and well worth the hunt to find the perfect piece!
ReplyDeleteOh yes - tall, dark, and very handsome!! :) The room is really looking fabulous - just like a magazine!
ReplyDeleteI had no idea Paula Deen had a line of furniture - I'll be checking it out.
I'm so happy you got what you wanted. It's a lovely piece and perfect in this room!
ReplyDeletehugs,
Linda
He is definitely tall, dark, and handsome and I would be hugging him all the time,too. I love the chair just as is. You have great taste and it is showing. Have a great week. Sheila
ReplyDeleteYvonne: So happy you were able to get that dresser. You wouldn't have been happy with anything less and the chair is a perfect match. What a really classy and pleasant guest room..Happy Tuesday..Judy
ReplyDeleteGorgeous and so rich looking. That is the perfect spot. x
ReplyDeleteYvonne, what a gorgeous piece! I can see why you love it so much! I'm glad that you got exactly what you wanted. It is such a grand piece; and makes a true statement in the room.
ReplyDeleteI LOVE it! It's the perfect piece for this beautiful room!
ReplyDeleteI love the color and the placement...and the shape!
ReplyDeleteYvonne-
ReplyDeleteI LOVE IT! You have found the perfect home for it.
Teresa
xoxo
she's a beauty!
ReplyDeletecongrats and come visit soon.
michele
Sweet Yvonne,
ReplyDeleteDelayed gratification makes each purchase all the more sweeter.The J & J bedroom is lovely you can be so proud. I miss you, let's get together soon. Hugs, Rae Ann
Rae Ann, I was just thinking of you today!!! Boy, do I miss you too! xo
DeleteI really like her new furniture line and have looked at several pieces too. This is a super chest. On the chair, I love the natural woven seat as is. Nice detail and contrast. If I were to add a cushion it would be one of those thick ones with the picked tufting and flange edge trim like you see in Ballard Designs. Very Provençal .
ReplyDeleteIt's a beauty, Yvonne, and perfect in this room!
ReplyDeleteI want to hug that dresser, too! Any piece of furniture that inspires that much love should DEFINITELY be in a home. Congratulations on the new arrival. It's the crowning glory of the loveliest of rooms.
ReplyDeleteTruly a dresser to love.♥♥♥ It looks fantastic, Yvonne.
ReplyDeleteOh, my, but that is a lovely piece!!!!!!! I love how you are taking such care to see to the details of your guest room. I know your daughter appreciates that! I think we're sometimes inclined to want to keep our kids' rooms more or less just as they were when they were living under our roof. For old times sake. But when you put just as much love and attention into the redecorating process so that they feel welcome upon their return visits, that is really something!!!
ReplyDeleteWhen I first saw this line at the furniture market, I was in heaven. And meeting Paula in person took me over the top because she is such a sweet person! Enjoy your piece.
ReplyDeleteGorgeous, gorgeous, and that is so funny, you just couldn't stand it, could you? I don't blame you, it was meant to be yours, and it is stunning. I have never seen a piece like this one, so I can see why you had to have it. It's such a refreshing, serene retreat. I'll beat your daughter loves it.
ReplyDeleteB-E-A-U-tiful! I LOVE, LOVE, LOVE this room!!!
ReplyDeleteIt's a great guide to know where to find beautiful pieces for the house. Love the room design. It's gorgeous!
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