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The Makerista

I'm Gwen, a modern traditionalist who isn't afraid of color. Kansas City.

The Dining Room: Layering, a GIF + a Giveaway

In case you missed the dining room progress to this point, you can find it here + here.  

Today I’m laying the foundation of the room.  Let’s start with the rug.  I found this 1920’s Sarouk on craigslist about a month ago.  The pictures online didn’t do it justice, but I could tell the colors were incredible: moody and saturated – perfect for the feel of the dining room and to hide any spills or crumbs it would encounter.

The rug has certainly seen some wear over it’s almost 100 years, but using it under a table hides a lot of that.  I actually like that it looks it’s age, I think it adds so much character to the space and the wear allowed me to get a look I loved for a fraction of the cost.

Because the rug is a bit fragile, I knew I needed a pad to help prolong it’s life and keep the floor underneath protected.  It’s a thinner rug, so the right kind of pad would also help to thicken it up a bit and keep it in place.  Enter Rug Pad USA.  They offer an incredible amount of options, all at a high quality.  Most of their pads are eco-friendly, made in the USA and come with a 20 year warranty i.e. won’t break down like most rug pads do.  The rug is an unusual size and the sides aren’t exactly straight, so the fact that they offer pads in tons of sizes (custom too) was important. 

To layer in the room, first the pad went down. 
Followed by the rug.

Then the table.  This Baker was a housewarming gift from my in-laws.  If you’ve followed my blog for a while, you’ll remember that the chandelier was something I bought last fall while planning to build a home.  The day I picked up the chandelier I fell in love with this table a few booths down.  When we bought this house my mother-in-law went back to the warehouse and it was still there!  I love how long it is; it comfortably fits 8 but could fit 10.  It’s very traditional but still feels clean.

Since planning to build a colonial, I’ve had Windsor chairs on the brain.  I had my eye on Serena & Lily and Crate and Barrel’s versions, but both were pricey and based on reviews, not that comfortable.  So when I found these on Overstock and saw good ratings I jumped at the price.  The black feels modern against the table and really brings out the navy in the walls and ceiling.
I’ve got a bit to go before the room feels “finished” but I’m really pleased with where things are at right now.  The space feels moody and rich but is family friendly – we eat dinner in here every night (when I actually cook).  I took my time to find each element, and the patience feels likes it’s paying off.  
Would you like a chance to protect your rug and floor?  Visit Rug Pad USA and comment below or email me – themakerista(at)gmail(dot)com – for your chance to win an 8×10 rug pad from them!
      
*This post is sponsored by Rug Pad USA.  Thank you for supporting the partners that make The Makerista possible.  Entrants must be 18 years of age and US residents.  Contest is open until Friday March 6th at 11:59 PM.  
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Comments

  3. Kristen says

    The room is beautiful Gwen! I love it all! Congrats on the beautiful new home! Looking forward to following along as you transform it.

  6. Emily Maupin says

    Gorgeous! Are you going to get different chairs for the head seats? We just got a leather woven/braided rug for our living room and every time the dogs run through there they push the rug so I've been wanting a rug pad to hold it in place better on the hardwood floor.

  10. Albertina M. Cisneros says

    I love Rug Pads USA I have two and just love them. Little by little I want to upgrade all my rug pads to theirs. Love your GIF and your dining room is coming along beautifully!!

  11. rsquaredinteriors.com says

    I would never have thought to pair all of these items together. It's definitely coming along. I've ordered some rug samples from Ballard and would love to have a rug pad underneath to keep everything in place!!

  12. Mary says

    Love the story about your MIL buying the table that you fell in love with as a surprise. Would so love to win a rug pad!

  17. Decor To Adore says

    The space is enchanting and coming together so beautifully! I would love to have a rug pad for my sunroom rug. Fingers crossed. Thank you for the chance.

  20. Brittney says

    I love RugsUSA. They always have great prices on cute rugs. We're totally in need of a cushy rug pad. We are finishing our bonus room/playroom and want something soft for the kids to play on.

  24. Jennifer@The Chronicles of Home says

    It's looking great, Gwen! You're totally right about the black chairs bringing out the navy in the walls. The rug is beautiful too. I have a nice thick rug pad from Rugs Pads USA in my dining room too 🙂

  27. Crystal Cary says

    Love the rug! Wish I were lucky enough to find gems like this through my local Craigslist! Maybe I'll be lucky to win the rug pad! Beautiful job on the progress made, kudos to you!

  33. Autumn Beach says

    Gotta love a GIF! 😉 And this room. THIS ROOM! Just gorgeous! I love how moody and traditional yet FRESH it is. It's so. You. And that rug. Well, you must know by now that I'm totally drooling! Please count me in for that awesome giveaway. I have some major rug purchases planned! Thank you. 🙂

  34. Julie Raye-Rod. says

    I'd love to win a rug from them and love how you decorated the room! There are so many great rugs on the website. The eco comfort rugs look amazing!

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  40. swimCH22 says

    I love your dining room from top to bottom; I'm so glad you followed you vision (and didn't succumb to doing something that was white on white on white midcentury modern).

  42. Jenny Garvin says

    I love this rug! I found a similar one at a thrift store yesterday, but passed on it because it seemed dirty. Did you clean your rug or have it professionally cleaned?

  43. Xtina says

    Beautiful! I can tell it is going to be one of my favorite dining rooms that I have seen. All the colors in the space look magical, elegant and inviting. So happy things are coming together for you in this new home!

  45. Heather Freeman // DecorFix says

    That RUUUUUG! ohmigosh. I can't even deal with how gorgeous it is. You and Laura and your insane Craigslist rug finds. One of these days I'm just going to pay you to scout one for me (or a client).

  47. Amanda says

    I have a very thin jute/cotton 8×10 rug from west elm that is in desperate need of a pad – I'd love to win 🙂

    I'm obsessed with windsor chairs recently…. I feel like they are a really good combination of modern and traditional. The space is looking really phenomenal!

  48. asdfjkl; says

    The Eco-Cushion Non-Slip Rug Pad looks so nice. I like the look of this pad so much and it's a bonus that it won't flatten like some other kinds. Renewable materials, too. Cool!

    Bren

  51. Haley says

    How fun to see everything come together! It looks great, sophisticated, but not stuffy. Also, thank you for the link for rugs pads; I could use some myself. I am tired of rugs bunching.

  52. Kelly says

    I just bought a new rug and an 8×10 rug pad would be perfect and save me lots of money! The room looks great by the way.

  55. Megan van Ooyen says

    I've been looking for a good rug pad for a few months now. We desperately need an 8×10 in our living room, and I haven't heard of Rug Pad USA, so this is perfect. Also, sorry if I double-post.

  57. Marti says

    My current rug pad-from a carpet store-is falling apart as we speak! I have a vintage rug like yours and would love a nice rug pad to go underneath!

  65. Carolyn says

    I desperately need rug pads for a 4×6 and 3×5 – they ALWAYS scrunch up, seriously like 5 minutes after I straighten them!