DIY Abstract Art & Modern Coastal Family Room Tour
Happy day friends!
I have always been drawn to spaces that mix styles,
especially when its modern & rustic {surprise}.
When I think of coastal,
I can visualize this quaint beach house covered in planked walls,
with rustic barn wood elements and modern touches.
Can you see it?
Wouldn’t you just love to come for a long weekend & relax on the beach?
Sounds perfect doesn’t it:)?
Oh my gosh I cant wait for summer!!!
Being that we live coastally & right across from the bay,
it does influence how I decorate.
I like a minimalist look especially in the summer,
so I thought I would create some art above my mantle to incorporate
a modern touch into my coastal{ish} family room.
Sketching & painting was always my first love
& getting back to it felt so good!
This is going to blow you away,
this entire project-under $30.
Yup, you heard right:).
I created a diptych painting,
2 parts flowing together to make 1.
This project was so much fun!!!!
It was a freeing experience, you all need to try it!
Letting go of the idea of perfect & just going wherever my mind wanted it to go.
This was therapy, I am telling you:)!
I love using the pops of blues in a neutral space to give that coastal-beachy vibe. 
Tutorial to follow, stay tuned.
Here is more of my Vintage Mod Family Room in case you missed it….
Oh & our new monthly linky party goes live tonight at 7pm est,
I hope to see you then!
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Have a beautiful day,
Dear Jen, I love your artwork. I am looking forward to the tutorial. God has blessed you
with an amazing natural talent for decorating. 🙂 Can I hire you someday to decorate my
home? 🙂 Thank you for taking the time to inspire the rest of us. Have a great week. P. S.
I live at the Jersey shore.
It looks fabulous. I love your painting, you really did a beautiful job and it is so restful and peaceful.
OMG, Jen it is gorgeous. Coming to a gallery near you. 🙂
I love your painting! In fact, I love your whole living room… so pretty and cozy!
xox
Just gorgeous. I love how you’ve added just the right amount of color to give it a light and airy summery feel!
Where did you find your aqua chevron pillow? And also the aqua and creme floral pillow? Thanks so much – beautiful room – and my colors!!
Jen, all i can say is gorgeous! I have used so many of your ideas that if you came to my house in Southern California you would feel totally at home. Oh, I know, why don’t we do a vacation exchange! 😉
Valerie, thank you for writing me such a sweet comment, that really makes me so happy! THat actually sounds really awesome! We could be like The Holiday:). Have a great day, Jen
I have to try this…can’t wait to see your tutorial…I could use the therapy.
The art is such a fun addition to the space! LOVE the color & your living room is one of my favorite spaces ever. 🙂
Angela @ Number Fifty-Three
What? Thank you Angela, that made my day:). Have a great day friend!
I love your art. It is just perfect in your living room.
Mary @ Orphans With Makeup
Thank you Mary!
Just BEAUTIFUL! LOVE those colors! I might need to try this kind of therapy! Life to the full! Melissa @ DaisyMaeBelle
Thank you Melissa! It works:). Have a good day friend!
I so appreciate your style. Is it normal for 4-5 photos of the same room to show up on your pinterest page? of an article
Hi Laura, thank you:). Yes, on occasion on that posting day, sorry to have bombarded you! Have a good one, Jen
Do I see that right? Did you paint those on to wooden panels? I totally love it! Your whole room is looking so great together!!! 🙂
“hugs” Crystelle
Crystelle Boutique
You guessed it Cystelle, you are good:)! Thank you!
Oh my! That art is so stunning! Love
Your home is so incredibly beautiful! I could use some art like this for my mantel. 😉
I also adore the desk area in the photos.. love the pendant hanging above it!
Wow this is beautiful! I’ve always wanted art like this. Maybe one day I’d be brave enough to try it 😉
Hugs,
Jamie
Jen, everything you touch, turns to gold…and an incredible piece of art.
Laura, you are too sweet! Right back at you, I LOVE your kitchen, it came out so beautifully!!! Jen
Do you have a tutorial for your coffee table? I love it
Hi Sarah, here it is, https://cityfarmhouse.com/2013/02/ikea-hacked-barnboard-coffee-table.html. good luck! Happy Fall!
Where did you get your rug? Love the color!!
Hi there, I bought the rug a few years back at Lowes, its is a mocha shag. Good Luck!
Hi, can you tell me the brand of your rug? Thank you!
Hi Scarlett, its Shaw from Lowe’s:). Have a good one, Jen
Hi Jen, I love your style and have admired your family room for a long time. As I was going through some of your original posts I disocverd this is actually an ikea couch and I was curious how you still like it. In the pictures it looks as if it’s held up beautifully since your original makeover reveal. Is it still comfortable? I also have young kids and don’t want the hefty price of a pb couch but was always worried that ikea would not be able to handle the wear and tear of children and still feel nice let alone look good lol. Would love to hear your opinion. Thanks!