You really enjoy looking at fabrics. It’s fun to imagine how different fabrics would look paired together–but, with so many options available, you let yourself get distracted with that cute decor piece sitting near by instead! It’s intimidating after all. The thought of mixing and matching all of those beautiful and complex fabrics – the […]
Your home is a special place where you have the freedom to do whatever you want when it comes to decorating. From colors to accents to fabric choices, this is the place where your style can take center stage and shine. With that said, there are certain guidelines that should be seriously considered. Here are […]
If you think that home staging and home decorating are the same, you’re not alone. I, too, at one time used to think they were the same thing— but I learned later on that there are actual differences between them. In fact, not being clear on their definitions can influence how quickly you sell your […]
What patterns go with floral prints, anyway? This is a common question that arises pretty often, and understandably so. After all, floral prints don’t tend to blend into the background quite as easily as other prints do. But, that’s a good thing! Floral prints are beautiful. Why wouldn’t you want to showcase them? The challenge, […]
Color. We see it every day at every turn we take. We know what we like and what we don’t like, yet choosing colors for our home seems nearly impossible at times. Understandably so, considering there are a number of factors to keep in mind when making a decision. Let’s take a look at what […]
If you were planning to redecorate your home, would you be able to confidently execute what you picture in your mind? What about if you were sitting down with a design or decorating professional — do you think you could effectively describe what you imagine for your home? One big hurdle for interior designers and […]
Color surrounds us every minute of the day, impacting us on many levels, including having an influence on our emotions, mood, and even our well-being. And yet, color is something that is so incredibly difficult for many people to incorporate into their home decor. Whether it’s fear of commitment to simply being overwhelmed, color can […]
A lot of homeowners think their home needs remodeling when the interior starts to look drab or outdated. While this may be true in some cases, in most cases, it’s not. Remodels take both time and money (both of which aren’t always readily available)–and often times, it isn’t actually what your home needs anyway. In […]
While the colder months are certainly ideal for curling up near the fire or on the couch with a good book and some hot chocolate, they also provide a great opportunity to tackle home projects. And while there are quite a few things that can be done with minimal cost and time, there are other […]
Winter doesn’t always have to be miserable and cold. In fact, one of the best things about winter is finding ways to get warm and cozy. Whether it’s layering your clothing or sipping a hot beverage, there are ways to make winter enjoyable— well, at least bearable. Another way to embrace the season is to […]
Here we are with summer on the fast track to winding down. You might think it’s too premature to focus on the holidays, but really, it’s not — especially if your home isn’t ready for them. School is back in session, so there’s that. Before you know it, Thanksgiving will be here, then Christmas, New […]
Recycle. Upcycle. Salvage. Reclaim. Reuse. Repurpose. No matter how you’ve heard it stated, the process of giving new life to something old, rather than tossing it aside, is definitely something that’s trending these days. Why, you ask? Because new doesn’t always mean better, which is especially great for those who don’t have the resources to […]
