Saturday, August 11, 2012

Recycled Hall Reveal!

Hello fabulous friends of mine! I am so elated to share the reveal of my recycled (completely re-purposed) hall today! I had an absolute blast challenging myself to use pieces I already had to create an eclectic, bold, and elegant hallway. Do you remember what our hall looked like before?
And here it is after!









To see how I created our custom artwork and colorful chandelier, click here.
To get a tutorial on our custom painted rug, click here.
To see how we used an old book to wallpaper the back wall, click here.

Want to see our other hall transformation? Click here!
Since you can see both halls at the same time while going up our stairs, I tied them together by using stripes and a chandelier in both. Well, lets be real here, I just love stripes and chandeliers.

Thanks for coming on this little tour of our sunny recycled hall! What can you recycle and re-use in your home?

Until next time,





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93 comments:

  1. NikiAugust 11, 2012 at 7:28 AM

    Love the back wall and the yellow. Very nice.

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  2. Adriane-Pages from HomeAugust 11, 2012 at 7:30 AM

    It looks absolutely adorable! Love everything!

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  3. Lisa @ Fern Creek CottageAugust 11, 2012 at 8:03 AM

    Very impressive! It looks so wonderfully high fashion!

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  4. Number Fifty-ThreeAugust 11, 2012 at 8:13 AM

    Seriously so awesome and put together. I'm always inspired by your posts!

    Angela

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    1. the poor sophisticateAugust 11, 2012 at 4:00 PM

      Thank you Angela! I am thrilled to be your newest follower!

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  5. Katie @ Creatively LivingAugust 11, 2012 at 8:59 AM

    Seriously...this is one of my favorite hallways EVER!!!!! LOVE it!

    --Katie
    @ Creatively Living

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    1. the poor sophisticateAugust 11, 2012 at 3:57 PM

      Thank you so much Katie!!!! Thank you for stopping by and I hope you have a lovely Saturday!

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  6. Kim @ Too Much TimeAugust 11, 2012 at 9:48 AM

    This is like, ridiculously awesome! You should start a "hall transformation" business! I really love it all. The chandy, the color, the paper wall...it is just awesome! Thanks for linking up and I will be featuring you next week!
    Kim

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    1. the poor sophisticateAugust 11, 2012 at 3:56 PM

      Thank you so much Kim! My husband said that I should have a hallway business seconds before I read your comment! Small areas are just so fun! Thank you so much and I am always inspired by your blog! Congrats on your BHG feature!

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  7. KristelAugust 11, 2012 at 1:11 PM

    Wow, your hall turned out fantastic! I love the pops of yellows and gray, those are my two favorite colors right now! I think I may try to do a stripped rug as well. And the chandelier looks amazing, what a perfect color! Thanks for the inspiration.

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    1. the poor sophisticateAugust 11, 2012 at 3:55 PM

      Thank you so much Kristel! I am so loving those colors too, they make me happy :) The best part is, the yellow is on small changeable things so when I like another color trend I can repaint! I hope you are having a lovely weekend!

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  8. RoeshelAugust 11, 2012 at 1:55 PM

    WOW, Molly! It's gorgeous! I can't believe everything is repurposed from around the house! That's awesome! Beautiful job! I'm going to include a link back in this week's highlights! ;) Thanks so much for sharing!

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    1. the poor sophisticateAugust 11, 2012 at 3:53 PM

      Thank you so much! I really, really appreciate it! I appreciate you hosting and I hope you have a very blessed day!
      -Molly

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  9. Feathers and SunshineAugust 11, 2012 at 3:11 PM

    I agree with Katie, one of the fave hallways ever! Love, with a capital L, the sunny yellow. I just found your blog through Classy Clutter, and I think it is incredible! I just read your about me page, I used to live in Germany too. And is that an Air FOrce uniform on your husband? My hubby is Air Force too! Just became your newest follower, and I'd be flattered if you stopped by my brand new blog to take a look around. If you like what you see, follow me too!
    http://feathersandsunshine.blogspot.com. Oh, and PS- you are gorgeous!

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    1. the poor sophisticateAugust 11, 2012 at 3:49 PM

      Hey Stacia! Thank you so much for your kind words, you really made my day! I can't wait to check out your blog! My husband is Air Force and we feel very blessed to live here :)I hope you have a wonderful day!!

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  10. MelanieAugust 11, 2012 at 8:15 PM

    Gorgeous! I love the stripes...and yellow and black. Fresh, clean, and sassy!

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  11. JeanetteAugust 11, 2012 at 8:47 PM

    So pretty! Did you use wallpaper paste to adhere the book pages to the wall? I seriously love this! Pinned it too!

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    1. the poor sophisticateAugust 12, 2012 at 2:19 AM

      Hey there! Since I am in a rental I used double sided tape so that I would only have to touch up the paint before leaving! You could definitely use wallpaper adhesive or mod podge as well! Thank you so much!
      -Molly

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  12. UnknownAugust 12, 2012 at 11:15 AM

    Love Love Love this! You did a wonderful job. I am over from the DIY Showoff. I am your newest follower.

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    1. the poor sophisticateAugust 12, 2012 at 1:56 PM

      Thank you so much Amanda! I hope you have a fabulous day!!

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  13. UnknownAugust 12, 2012 at 1:17 PM

    I love your hall, your so creative. I'm following you now!
    xo
    Michelle

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    1. the poor sophisticateAugust 12, 2012 at 1:56 PM

      Thank you so much!! I really appreciate it! So glad you decided to join!

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  14. Ashley @TheCreamToMyCoffeeAugust 12, 2012 at 2:30 PM

    So cute, Molly! I love what you did with the hall. And I love how you did it so affordably!

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    1. the poor sophisticateAugust 12, 2012 at 6:46 PM

      Thank you! I always have the most fun figuring things out on a budget! I hope you have a blessed day!

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  15. UnknownAugust 12, 2012 at 2:53 PM

    Your little chair is just too cute, what did you use to paint it?

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    1. the poor sophisticateAugust 12, 2012 at 6:48 PM

      I painted it black, than I used a metallic silvered-gold and rubbed over it with a rag. The paint was from Joanne's Fabrics but the label is ruined and I can''t read what it was. I think it was maybe champagne gold...
      I hope you have a blessed day!

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    2. UnknownAugust 12, 2012 at 8:17 PM

      Thanks for the info and the inspiration.
      xo
      Michelle

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    3. the poor sophisticateAugust 14, 2012 at 6:28 AM

      You are so welcome!!

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  16. ForTheLoveOfTheSweetLifeAugust 12, 2012 at 3:01 PM

    I just read your response to one of the other comments. You're in a rental?! Wow! That makes me doubly impressed at this transformation. We're renting now, and I've never been brave enough to do such a big and bold change. Love it!

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    1. the poor sophisticateAugust 12, 2012 at 6:51 PM

      It sure is! I try to pick neutral colors for the walls so the next tenant will like it (so I won't have to re-paint) and get colorful and playful with lighting and accessories! Light fixtures are great things to switch out because it's so easy to do and makes the BIGGEST impact on a room! Good luck! Let me know if you need any tutorials added for rentals!

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  17. Tania PelletierAugust 12, 2012 at 6:03 PM

    Oh my goodness! I love it... especially the book page wall and yellow chandelier!

    Tania

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    1. the poor sophisticateAugust 12, 2012 at 6:53 PM

      Thank you so much Tania! I am so glad you stopped by!

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  18. Full Circle CreationsAugust 12, 2012 at 6:26 PM

    I love it! Absolutely wonderful. Thanks for sharing at the All Star Block Party!

    Holly

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  19. Cassie BustamanteAugust 12, 2012 at 7:15 PM

    LOVE it! i saw it over at the diy showoff and had to come tell you how fantastic it is! love the color- the chandy, mirror.... all of it!

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  20. Pitter and GlinkAugust 12, 2012 at 7:16 PM

    Absolutely gorgeous!

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  21. UnknownAugust 13, 2012 at 9:29 AM

    What great spaces!! Love all the details! My Get Social Sunday link party is live. Would love to have you come link up your homepage and promote your blog!

    http://alivedinhome.blogspot.com/2012/08/get-social-sunday-link-party.html

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    1. the poor sophisticateAugust 13, 2012 at 11:52 AM

      Thank you so much! I will definitely check it out! I appreciate you stopping by!

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  22. UnknownAugust 13, 2012 at 9:56 AM

    This is seriously gorgeous - beautiful job ( love love love the chandelier )
    Hugs,
    Suzan

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    1. the poor sophisticateAugust 13, 2012 at 11:53 AM

      Thank you so much Suzan! I am so glad you like it! It was a craptastic piece I spray painted lol! I hope you have a great day!!

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  23. CrystelleAugust 13, 2012 at 6:20 PM

    I love EVERYTHING about it!
    How did you apply the paper without them wrinkling?
    I keep getting wrinkles when I use modge podge, and am afraid to start on my wall.....

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    1. the poor sophisticateAugust 14, 2012 at 6:24 AM

      Hey there! I just used heavy duty double sided tape in every corner of each page :) It stays perfectly! Give that a shot! :) Let me know if you have any more questions!

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  24. boulderdamcottageAugust 13, 2012 at 11:05 PM

    oh my goodness molly b! you are SO talented! love the hallway and that chanty! oh my just love it! your blog is just gorgeous....i am your newest follower! ps i am SO going to do the "wall" paper! it turned out so chic! how fun living in Germany! so many different things to decorate with! :) love it.im working on my little cottage here so stop by if you get a chance and visit!! :) ....hugs =^.^=

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    1. the poor sophisticateAugust 14, 2012 at 6:24 AM

      Thank you so much! I am so glad you stopped by! I will definitely come check your blog out! Thank you for the invite!

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  25. UnknownAugust 14, 2012 at 5:27 AM

    Your hallway looks amazing now-beautifully done-love the color combo and all the wall art-want you to know I will be featuring this on my Saturday favs! Have a lovely week-Claire

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    1. the poor sophisticateAugust 14, 2012 at 6:27 AM

      Thank you so much! I really appreciate it!

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    2. the poor sophisticateAugust 14, 2012 at 6:27 AM

      Have a blessed weekend and glad to be your newest follower

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  26. AnonymousAugust 14, 2012 at 2:20 PM

    Your before and after photos, its amazing to see what you can do with what you have! It looks beautiful. The yellow chandaler, never would have thought of that! Your very inspirational!! :)

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  27. LifeLessOrdinaryAugust 14, 2012 at 6:27 PM

    Hi! I just wanted to let you know that your hall transformation is featured on my blog for the start of this week's All Star Block Party. Here is the link:
    http://intheoldroad.blogspot.com/2012/08/all-star-block-party-11-and-features.html

    Shasta @InTheOldRoad
    All Star Block Party

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    1. the poor sophisticateAugust 15, 2012 at 3:52 PM

      Thank you so much Shasta! I so appreciate it! That is so awesome!

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  28. our military life abroadAugust 15, 2012 at 2:33 AM

    Love the hallway!!!!!

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  29. must love junkAugust 15, 2012 at 6:46 PM

    I LOVE what you've done here! I'm your newest follower- I'd love you to visit and say hi! :)
    Susan

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    1. the poor sophisticateAugust 15, 2012 at 8:13 PM

      Thank you so much Susan! I love your blog as well and have been a reader for quite some time! What fine taste you have! I am so thrilled you stopped by and hope you have a lovely day!
      Be blessed,
      Molly

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  30. Honey at 2805August 17, 2012 at 6:49 PM

    Hi Molly! Your hallway, actually both hallways, are fabulous! That pop of color is outstanding! I would be delighted for you to link to Potpourri Friday, in progress!

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    1. the poor sophisticateAugust 18, 2012 at 3:44 PM

      Thank you so much! I will definitely pop over and do that! Thank you so much for stopping by!!
      Have a blessed day!
      -Molly

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  31. JenniferAugust 17, 2012 at 8:23 PM

    Beautiful! I especially love the book page wall and the yellow chandelier.

    I featured you on my blog today. http://www.laughterandgrace.com/fabulous-five-5/

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    1. the poor sophisticateAugust 18, 2012 at 3:41 PM

      Jennifer, thank you so much for stopping by and I can't thank you enough for the feature! I feel so honored! I hope you have a blessed day!

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  32. Sharon @ Elizabeth & Co.August 19, 2012 at 5:56 PM

    Wow, that is so pretty! And it's so bright and happy too. Love the wall and the pops of yellow. I bet it just makes you smile!

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    1. the poor sophisticateAugust 21, 2012 at 6:02 PM

      Thank you so much Sharon! I really appreciate it! Have a great day!

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  33. AnonymousAugust 19, 2012 at 8:10 PM

    adorable!! i love the color scheme!!

    just wanted to let you know i posted an entry about rothenburg and how i met you... you should check it out!

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    1. the poor sophisticateAugust 21, 2012 at 6:03 PM

      I did! Thank you so much! It was so wonderful meeting your sweet family! Glad to be a new follower on your blog!

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  34. ournextgreatadventureAugust 20, 2012 at 5:43 PM

    Wow! This is AMAZING! I love the yellow, and the rug, and the book page wall. Let's be honest, I love ALL of it! Sarah
    P.S. Mind if I ask what's in the frame above the "B"?

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    1. the poor sophisticateAugust 21, 2012 at 6:04 PM

      Hey there! Thank you so much! There is fabric from Ikea that I framed above the B. Here is a better picture of that! http://thepoorsophisticate.blogspot.com/2012/08/recycled-hall-part-3-diy-custom-art-and.html
      Thank you so much for stopping by and I hope you have an amazing day!

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  35. Jen Lossing, Artistic Abode DesignsAugust 20, 2012 at 9:51 PM

    This is just wonderful. I saw you featured over at Home Stories A to Z and had to come over for more pictures. I just love the color scheme and the book page feature wall. Great job using all re-purposed materials. Love, Love, Love it!

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    1. the poor sophisticateAugust 21, 2012 at 6:05 PM

      Thank you so much Jen! I really appreciate it. I also appreciate you stopping by! I hope you have a very blessed day!

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  36. SilviaAugust 21, 2012 at 5:35 AM

    So gorgeous - and I liked the hallway before too. Have to confess a "red face" moment. The "L'ATELIER" sign? When I first saw it, these old eyes skipped over the ' and I thought it said "LATELIER". "Hmmm, what does that mean?" I wondered. "Like the oppositie of earlier? Maybe she's one of those people who's always late and got that as a wink to her problems with time? How cute!" Then I looked at it again - and got it.

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    1. the poor sophisticateAugust 21, 2012 at 6:08 PM

      That is so funny! I snagged that sign at a thrift shop, I was so excited to discover that it meant designer (or artist's) studio! How perfect is that! The striped hall is the other hall in our house :) I have somewhat of a thing for decorating halls!
      I really appreciate you stopping by and also for your very sweet comment! I hope you have a very blessed day!
      Talk to you latelier!

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  37. Sharon @ Elizabeth & Co.August 21, 2012 at 5:37 AM

    Happy to feature you at our party this morning! Hope to see you back again soon!

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  38. Beverly {Flamingo Toes}August 21, 2012 at 11:39 AM

    What a gorgeous transformation!! I love the colors and the decorating!

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  39. Noble VintageAugust 21, 2012 at 6:22 PM

    Whew! I was so hoping you didn't change your first hallway makeover! BOTH are so beautiful!!! love all your fun ideas.

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    1. the poor sophisticateAugust 22, 2012 at 2:38 PM

      Haha! Yeah the first one is still the same!:) Thank you so much for stopping by!!

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  40. Something Nice and PrettyAugust 23, 2012 at 6:30 PM

    I saw your really cool wall featured at 2805 and had to stop by, love it! I'd really like to try this, the tutorial you did for it was great too. I'm your newest follower also!

    Rondell

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    1. the poor sophisticateAugust 25, 2012 at 2:18 AM

      Thank you so much! I hope you are having a blessed day!!

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  41. the poor sophisticateAugust 25, 2012 at 2:18 AM

    Thank you so much for letting me know! I so appreciate it!!! You are awesome!

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  42. AnonymousAugust 25, 2012 at 4:55 AM

    I love the pop of color! Great idea! I am getting ready to do my stairway and now will consider adding a pop!

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  43. JenAugust 25, 2012 at 10:06 AM

    I am your newest follower!

    I love EVERYTHING about this hallway! How creative! I love the colors, and especially the rug!

    Jen
    sewfabulous-now.blogspot.com

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    1. the poor sophisticateSeptember 8, 2012 at 12:33 PM

      Thank you so much Jen! I really am so glad you decided to stop by and follow! I hope you have a blessed day!

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  44. One bolt short of a toolboxAugust 28, 2012 at 6:39 AM

    I am beyond in love with the book on the wall! newest follower here!

    Jan
    door251.com

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    1. the poor sophisticateAugust 30, 2012 at 5:03 PM

      Thank you so much Jan!I am so glad you decided to follow!! I hope you have an amazing day!!

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  45. KateAugust 29, 2012 at 1:13 AM

    I'm so going to find a wall in my new home and cover it with book paper. Loving your makeover, the yellow touch is wonderful. New follower!

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    1. the poor sophisticateAugust 30, 2012 at 5:04 PM

      Do it!!!! I am so glad you like it and even more glad you decided to follow! I hope you have a very blessed day!

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