Planning an Inspiring Craft Space
One of my Home Goals this year is to carve out a crafting space for myself. Too often I’m spread out over the kitchen table, in the driveway or garage, or on the family room rug while I’m working on projects. It’s time, I think, for me to find a little space of my own. …
Bathroom Ideas for a Spa-like Feel
At the end of a long day, there is nothing better than soaking in a nice, hot bath. Is your bathroom that kind of peaceful retreat? Here are some current trends for bathrooms that can turn your bathroom into a spa-like, relaxing sanctuary. Glass Tile Glass tile has become more and more popular in bathrooms. …
Sophisticated Serenity: Teals
Anyone else have the “blues” lately? I keep seeing the most amazing shades of blue popping up in home decor and I’m smitten. They’ve got me thinking of shades in the Caribbean seas and bright summer skies. But one shade that’s a little bolder and a little edgier in home decor is teal… it’s much …
Quick Decor Change that Packs a Big Punch: Brighten Your Built-Ins with Fabric
Sometimes you want to make a big change to your decor, but you think you don’t have time. Or, if you’re me, you are a big chicken when it comes to a major change. No – not that kind of chicken. I have been thinking about painting the back of our built-in bookcases in the …
Flea Market Finds & Style
One of my favorite things to do is prowl around a flea market or antique mall. You never know what treasures you might come across! I consider it a “green” way to shop and decorate my home by keeping items out of our landfills. And there is the financial savings you gain by scoring great …
Regal Purples
Seductive and deep, shades of purple from soft lilacs to regal amethysts are popping up everywhere. Traditionally associated with spirituality, wisdom, luxury and wealth, tones of purple will amp up any décor with sophisticated flair. Here are some great examples of rooms that incorporate shades of purple for just the right amount of intensity. Purple …
Inspiring Shades of Juicy Sorbet
Spring has been a long time coming this year and every spring I feel the urge to add some bright color into my home decor. But here’s a decor confession: I have commitment issues when it comes to bright color. It’s as if we have a love-hate relationship. Right now we’re in a “love” phase… …
How to create a colorful and family-friendly backyard using Pinterest as inspiration
It’s no secret that I turn to Pinterest for inspiration for many of my home and crafts projects, but I have yet to take that inspiration outdoors – even though I have a board properly named “backyard”. Now that spring is here, and the weather is nicer, the yard is calling my name. This year, …
Room Redo: New Rugs in New Rooms
I love new product launches. All our creative — and sometimes — quirky ideas come to life in a rug we’ve always dreamed of! A rug truly pulls a room together. Don’t believe me? Check out these new rugs hot off the machines right here in the great state of Georgia! Click on the image …
The Year’s “IT” Color: Emerald
As we begin a new year, I thought we’d chat about fresh color. Did you know that various companies make color predictions every year? And that each company predicts the “IT” color? A few of this year’s “IT” color predictions are: Emerald Green from Pantone Lemon Sorbet from Benjamin Moore Aloe from Sherwin-Williams Re-Blued from …