Creating a Cozy Bedroom
Old Man Winter has overstayed his welcome this year. With the weather so cold (even in Georgia!), I just want to curl up under a blanket and hibernate. That feeling got me thinking about how to create a cozy bedroom. Include these elements in your bedroom to create a comfortable, warm space and send Old …
Twist on Tradition: Reinventing Traditional Pieces
Recently, I helped move my mother from the home we grew up in to a smaller home. In the downsizing, she offered me some of her furniture; however, the traditional style didn’t really mesh with my more modern, eclectic home. Once I got back home, I did some research. Here are some great examples of …
Small Spaces: Homes That Do More with Less
You can live large in a small space. Tiny homes are a hot trend now, and many feel that it’s better to “do more with less” when it comes to home and home decor. But living in a small space doesn’t mean you have to skimp on style or storage. Here are some examples of doing …
Simple Winter Decor
The holiday decorations have been stowed away and maybe you have decluttered to start fresh for the new year. This is the perfect time to enjoy some decor for the winter season. I love to keep it fresh, cozy, and simple in the wake of the holiday chaos. If you’re in need of some winter …
DIY Valentine Decor: Heart Canvas
Well, I caved a little on my “no decorating for Valentine’s Day” stance this year. I have always been a “seasonal” decorator, not one that decorates for every holiday on the calendar. You see, I had a vision. Does that ever happen to you? And my paint brushes were beckoning. So I got a little …
Color Trends: Glacier Gray
Pantone’s Color Report for Spring 2015 is clearly inspired by nature. The colors include warm, bright colors paired with cool neutrals, like Glacier Gray. Cool grays like this have become popular as a neutral in home design, replacing beige or brown tones. Here are some ways you can incorporate cool grays, like Glacier Gray, into your home. …
Marsala in Your Home: Pantone Color of the Year 2015
Happy New Year! We couldn’t possibly discuss decor in early 2015 without exploring Pantone’s newest color of the year. The color gurus at Pantone have decided that Marsala must hold center stage this year. It would almost seem that what’s old is new again (remember the burgundies and wines of the nineties?). But upon …
The Best Natural Room Freshener
The holidays are over and all you really want for Christmas is your nice, clean house back. Caroling is over, the decorations are down, and the pine scents and cinnamon spice of the holiday are gone. How do you keep your home smelling nice through the rest of the winter? Adding heavily scented or perfumed …
Refresh Your Space for Less (Part 2)
Looking for even more ways to update your home without making a large dent in your bank account? It may take some thoughtful planning, but small, budget-friendly updates can breathe new life into a home while giving you a charming look you’ll love. Here are a few quick tips to keep in mind when completing …
Market Trends for Spring! Insights from the Int’l Atlanta Market Show
The beginning of last week kicked off the 58th consecutive January showing of the International Area Rug Market’s winter edition, held at Atlanta’s AmericasMart. With over 1,400 unique showrooms and over 2,500 temporary exhibits all aglow with the freshest color palettes and most desired textures for spring, if the Atlanta market proved anything, it’s that …