Buying your first house is liberating–but turning it into an inviting home can be challenging. Here are some decorating tips that can make the process much easier. 1. Give your current residence a good purge. There’s no reason to take everything to the new house if you don’t have to. Get ahead of the game by […]
I’m a fan of farmhouse style but I don’t see a visit from Chip and Joanna Gaines happening anytime soon. Thankfully, there are some trademark characteristics of Joanna’s style, that can be incorporated into your home. Here are 8 must-haves for getting your home to Fixer Upper status. 1. Outdoor appeal galore. A true Fixer Upper home has […]
With more homeowners choosing hardwood floors over wall-to-wall carpet, area rugs have become an integral part of decorating. Not only do rugs provide protection for your flooring, they also bring in color and style. Rugs can be looked upon as a way for homeowners to express themselves creatively–and, as with everything else–there are new trends that […]
We don’t always have the funds on hand when we get the urge to decorate. Thankfully, there are quite a few ways you can update your space without investing too much. Take a look at our list below to see all you can do–affordably. 1. Rearrange your furniture. A simple shift in furniture can make a […]
When the time comes to decorate, you instinctively start crunching numbers to see how much the project will cost you. The thing is, there is no magic formula for figuring it out. You can, however, get an estimate by determining where the money should be spent. How Much Does Decorating Cost? : Decorating 101 The […]
Perhaps you’ve flirted with the idea of using outdoor fabrics in your home but dismissed it because, well, they’re outdoor fabrics. But honestly, there’s no reason why you can’t use outdoor fabrics in indoor spaces. In fact, thanks to the popularity of outdoor living spaces, fabrics predominantly used outside have evolved into indoor-outdoor fabrics, which […]
If you’re in the market for a new abode or have officially signed on the dotted line, congratulations–goodbye renting and hello homeownership! You’ve finally achieved what so many seek out to do:Â you have a place to make all your own. Since you’ve just plopped down a chunk of your finances to get this place, the […]
Window treatments offer the finishing touch to a room’s interior. When you think your choice may be wrong, remember that you’ll always be right when you opt for the very versatile Roman shade. What are Roman shades? Roman shades are a type of window covering used to block out the sun. Unlike standard shades, which […]
Decorating for the season is easier than you think. It doesn’t take much to bring the outdoors in–all you really need to do is take a look outside and let nature inspire you. The rest will follow. For now, however, here are some ideas that you can try. 1. Paint something green or blue. A funky […]
Not sure what fabric to buy for your new curtains? Can’t decide on a color for repainting your walls? Maybe the problem is that you haven’t discovered your decorating style yet. Our individual personalities influence the kind of decorations we find most pleasing in our homes. A traveler who collects eclectic souvenirs from their trips […]
If you find yourself with a dated bathroom, don’t rush to remodel. Remodeling can be very expensive and often unnecessary. In many cases, you can freshen up the bath simply by freshening up the fabrics within the space. If you want to update the look of your bathroom without investing too much, then this article […]
If you’re in the market for some new fabric, but aren’t sure about where or how to buy, this article is for you. In a nutshell, there are two basic ways to buy products, including the hottest fabrics of the season: online or in-store. As with anything, both methods of shopping have their pros and […]
