7 Ways Beautiful Fall Porches Can Transition through to Winter
As Halloween transitions to Thanksgiving in the US, what do you do with pumpkins or your other fall décor? How do you make it last as long as possible and still be attractive and appropriate to the season. 1. Keep it Classic Elegance is timeless. This beautiful porch repeats the black from the front door …
Halloween Decorating Ideas
It’s almost here! That spooky-ooky time of year that brings out the ghoul in us! Halloween gives us that fun opportunity to decorate for a short period of time before turning our thoughts to the holidays. You probably already have your pumpkins and mums, but you might need some fresh ideas to celebrate the fun …
Update Your Bath on a Budget
Think you have to spend tens of thousands of dollars to update your bathroom? Think again! With even a small budget, you can transform the look of your bathroom! Add a Tile Backsplash An easy way to add some color in your bathroom is to tile the sink’s backsplash. You don’t have to tile the whole wall; …
Showcasing Your Child’s Artwork
Back to school and the flood of papers and art projects has already begun! Your child will be bringing home some masterpieces this year and it’s time to rethink using the refrigerator as your only means of display. Creating a gallery space for your little Picasso’s works can be quite simple. Start by choosing a …
Color Showcase: Green
Green is always a popular color in home decor. It evokes feelings of happiness, calm, and good luck. It reminds us of nature and allows us to bring the outdoors in. Today I’m going to show you some ways to use green in your decor. With a light green, like mint green or sage, you …
Bring the Beach Into Your Home
Who doesn’t love the beach during the summertime? Not all of us are fortunate enough to put our toes in the sand on a regular basis, but what if you could inject some of that beach feeling into your home? It’s simpler than you might think to bring a little of that fabulous beach vacation …
Your Home Office: Reimagined
In today’s home the home office is one of the hardest working spaces. Whether you run a business out of your home or simply need work space to handle all the “business” of home and family, the home office is rapidly becoming a necessity. If you would like to designate a space in your own …
Home Goods for the Pampered Pup
I love my dogs. They sleep on our bed. They get premium dog food and treats (but no pizza!). They are family members like the rest of us. But if you want to kick pet parenting up a notch, check out these home goods for the pampered pup! Of course, the pampered pup needs a …
Window Treatments to Inspire
Window treatments always seem to be one of the final touches when I decorate a room. They are a pivotal element that can pull a room together and make it feel complete. Some windows might not need any treatments at all, like my kitchen bay window that overlooks a forested area. But most rooms will …
Pretty Pastels
Nope, it’s not the ’80s: pastels are back in fashion and decor in a big way in 2014! Pastels in 2014 look best with lots of crisp whites… Or paired with more funky graphic prints to soften the sweetness. If you weren’t feeling the neon trend — or even if …