Rather than tossing them upcycle cardboard toilet paper tubes into glittery napkin rings for regular use or for a special event. Paints, glitter and cloth provide ways to pretty the plain cardboard up, completely changing its appearance. Cut the tubes to the desired thickness using a craft knife to poke a hole if you wish […]
Because of its size, your sofa is the room’s dominant feature. But if it’s upholstered in a tasteful, busy paisley design, it assumes a much more stature in the space if the cloth contains multiple colors. In style, drapery offers soft texture, warmth, colour , visual thickness and height. Curtains to pair since your sofa […]
Western know-how comes in handy for repurposing unneeded substances into themed decor. Tin cans, scrap barn timber and feed sacks supply the basics for construction western-themed decor for in and around your property. Even inexperienced or first-time crafters can accomplish most of these jobs. Pillow Play Turn existing beige, white or chocolate brown pillows to […]
Lucky you: You’ve oak hardwood floors throughout your ungracefully aging fixer-upper. Once you’ve polished those stunning floors, then choose wall paint to maximize the impact of the natural material and your own decor design. The colour field is wide open; choose hues, intensities and finishes to get a costume party of period decors or subdued […]
Make your home more comfortable and stylish with environmentally friendly flooring cushions and throw pillows. Because eco-friendly literally signifies”earth-friendly” or not harmful to the environment, nature-inspired floor cushions and throw pillows are constructed with substances that contribute to green clinics. A variety of outdoor-themed prints, stuffing that was natural and organic fabrics are all utilized […]
It’s sweater weather my favourite time of year. A well-chosen sweater provides warmth, color, texture and, let us face it, policy for almost any inherent imperfections. A rug can perform the same for floors. If your property is anything like my pet- and child-filled household, your floors take abuse. Our foyer’s once-beautiful parquet floors have […]
Vases are excellent resources for designing the perfect table. They can be found in almost any shape, size and colour, and can provide sculptural beauty, with or without flowers. When fall is in full force along with the holidays on the horizon, it is time to look for a timely tabletop scene. Use one or […]
Have you got your outdoor living space prepared for summertime? When it is a very small porch high over the town, a covered patio, a deck or, lucky you, an expansive backyard, drapes can turn your outdoor space into the ideal summer hangout. Defining your outdoor space with gorgeous drapes instantly boosts its allure. So […]
A 7,000-square-foot luxury townhouse overlooking Manhattan’s Central Park serves as the latest canvas for the 41st annual Kips Bay Decorator Show House, which opened May 7 and runs through June 4. The lofty spaces and stunning terraces offer plenty of opportunities for individual designers to showcase fresh ideas for adventuresome homeowners. Consider this as a […]
Our Subscribers had a Lot of fun with What Might Our Living Rooms Say About Us? We thought we’d take the thought to the bedroom. The bedroom is the most private and intimate space. It reflects another part of us, a more personal side, and isn’t always open to public viewing. We all expect guests […]