You're doing fine. :)

Maybe mrs. cow has the basic green blue-green you have...

Nice choices; I would opt to raise the curtains, placing closer to ceiling and ensure length of curtains is to the floor. A larger rectangular lighting fixture in a less traditional more rustic look would be a fun addition; and add a dimmer.

Though we see only 1 view of the room, I like your lighter, airier look without a long rod, which could seem clunky with already: shutters, chandelier... an entry with sidelights, and probably stairs. I think there's plenty to look at. It doesn't need to look more decorated. Kudos, girl!!! :)

[More photos, and I might change my mind.]

Maybe fuller as well as longer for the curtains:

Take a look at your second picture like you were seeing the room for the first time. I think there is just too much going on..shutters & curtains, the wall accessories, curtains feel squeezed on the right and the short rods all create a cluttered feel. Just the shutters would have been fine I think, but you mentioned you liked the softness of curtains and if that's the case, I would have used a darker rod along the entire space with solid linen drapery (and rod placed closer to the ceiling). Would also suggest lowering the décor items between the windows (or removing). Once you add a great chandelier, it will be just lovely. Enjoy your new home.

IMO the panel on right looks crammed into column, makes the wall off. I would do roman shades. Rug should be at least 2 feet wider all around table, needs to fill more of the floor. Console under Bessie should be at least 25% wider than the canvas.

If you end up using these drapes, they will look much better if you train them to hang straight down in folds, instead of splaying out at the bottom. Here's an explanation of how to do that. http://www.sengerson.com/our-home/hang-curtain-and-drapery-designer-professional/

Hey There: I am sorry to say that but your choice of window treatment looks really awful...having this said, here are some suggestions. First of all if you like shutters, go with shutters all the way/height. Use shutters that are divided in the middle so you can adjust the louvers to your needs of privacy and light. This will work much better for your design.

Good Luck with your project.