Does anything say “summer decorating” better than blue and white stripes? It looks fresh and nautical and can make a bold statement with wide stripes, or it can be soft with narrow stripes in paler shades of blue. We’re heading into the glorious summer season and I hope you’ll find a few decorating ideas here…
Many years ago I stumbled across a pair of hand hooked rugs at my favorite store that were on sale for just ten dollars each. I couldn’t believe my luck and snatched up both of them and put them in our bedrooms. I don’t remember what ever happened to those rugs but I loved them….
Fresh cut wood. Whether old or new, it has an earthy fragrance and organic appeal. It immediately adds warmth and texture to any room. See these inspirational ideas on how to use reclaimed wood in your home to give it authenticity and a bit of rustic flair. Photo by Frederick + Frederick Architects Most people…
Decorating with nature is a growing trend in the world of interior design and decorating. People are going beyond adding a houseplant or flower arrangement to bring the element of nature to home décor. Here’s a collection of inspiring ideas to help you add organic and natural appeal to any room in your home. Nature-Inspired…
Everyone loves a beautiful, well-designed kitchen, but not everyone can afford their ideal kitchen. Even so, there are ways to give your kitchen an economical boost with thrifted finds. Check out today’s collection of pretty kitchens that make great use of second-hand treasures. First up is a bright and cheery kitchen that incorporates a colorful…
My first adult home was a bungalow style Sears kit house. You know, one of those homes you buy out of a catalog and all the supplies are shipped to your lot. That darling little house had an adorable sun room at the front. The row of windows faced south and in the winter all…
Do you ever crave a color? Maybe you desperately want a pink dress or a pair of red shoes. Right now I’m craving the color yellow and I’m chalking it up to the emergence of spring and all the daffodils that are in bloom. So for those of you who are in the same boat…
Today I’m super excited to share a peek inside the new decorating book, Lived-In Style: The Art of Creating a Feel-Good Home by Ki Nassauer, CICO Books. Its pages feature several stunning homes that will inspire and delight you. Each house shows how to incorporate a lived-in look that’s both beautiful and comfortable. That’s what…
Bit by bit I’m getting closer to my dining room reveal. I shared when I got new furniture (smaller table, less chairs), but we’ve since added board and batten, new paint, and today I ordered wallpaper! I haven’t papered anything in the last 20 years but I still have all my dad’s old tools and…
Are you tired of a certain room in your house but don’t currently have the time or budget to do a big makeover? No worries – transform your space with any of these unique wall art ideas. A vintage restaurant sign looks great in a kitchen or dining room. You can find items like this…
Yesterday I was reading an article about interior design, and it mentioned that the most interesting rooms are those with a great backdrop. When you think of a room’s backdrop, think windows, flooring, and walls. You can spruce up flooring with beautiful rugs, and windows with curtains, blinds, or shutters. Walls can be enhanced with…
Not everyone can enjoy a magnificent view from their homes, and lucky is the homeowner who enjoys the beauty of a gorgeous scene through a window. Check out these beautiful rooms with amazing views? Pretty interiors with peaceful scenes outside make staying home more enjoyable. Photo by Marsha Jones Interior Design, Ltd. Waterfront views…
One thing I love about older homes is the unique built-in ideas you find within their walls. It’s nice to see some of the newer homes adding these custom features. Photo by Lisa Tharp Design I started writing this post about built-in ideas for every room in the house, but I found so many…
Are you a collector? Maybe you’re not a hardcore expert on vintage collectibles, but you have a gathering of a few similar pieces that you can’t pass up at the flea market. See how to transform your space with your favorite vintage collectibles with the ideas shown today. (This post contains affiliate links – see…
Wallpaper can be expensive, but fortunately you don’t have to break the bank to enjoy its beauty in your home. Rather than paper an entire room, consider these options for adding pretty wallpaper patterns to smaller areas. Photo by Sarah Greenman Above, one-third of the wall displays a graphic wallpaper design. The lower half is…
Valentine’s Day will be here soon and I thought it’d be fun to share some ideas on how to infuse the color pink into your home to create some romance and a little bit of frivolity. From the front door through the rest of the house, pink can add a special sparkle. Photo by Richard…
