When decorating the interior of a home, texture often takes a backseat to color and pattern. While those two elements are important, they can’t quite stimulate the senses the way texture does. Textures add dimension and allow different elements to play off one another, which keeps the space from looking flat. Let’s look at some […]
It doesn’t matter whether your design style is traditional, modern, or something in between, an upholstered headboard is a crowning finish to any bedroom. Today, upholstered headboards are more available than they’ve ever been. While they can be bought ready-made, it’s relatively easy to upholster one on your own or have one custom made to […]
One pattern trend seen walking the runway earlier this year was polka dots. And while there’s no doubt we love a good polka dot pattern on apparel, they often get confined to children’s spaces or completely overlooked in a home. Why is that? Decorating with polka dots is fun! And, more importantly, incredibly stylish— especially […]
Since most of us aren’t interior designers by trade, it can be a struggle to find the right colors for your home. Sure, it’s easy to pinpoint the colors you love. Actually pulling them together into a scheme and decorating with color, whether for a single room or an entire house, however, is a whole […]
Decorating a home is a very personal thing and while there are exceptions to many rules, other times, there are not. Ultimately, yes, it’s important that the appearance of your home makes you happy— but that doesn’t mean you can’t learn about some common pitfalls and home decor mistakes people struggle with in terms of […]
Window treatments come in a number of styles, colors, and patterns, making the process of choosing something a little overwhelming. If you ever find yourself in a window treatment dilemma, remember this: you can’t go wrong with sheers. Ever. Not only are sheer organza curtains timeless, but they are also extremely versatile for any space […]
A new year means a new you— and while making resolutions for yourself can sometimes be challenging, resolutions for your home don’t have to be. In fact, we’re going to make it a lot easier for you. Below are 5 home decorating resolutions you can make—and actually keep! Whether you incorporate one or all, doing […]
One might think that colorful palettes are more intriguing and exciting than neutrals, but when the neutrals involve a mixture of black and white, a home interior is anything but boring. The varying shades of each color are quite stunning and leave you with more options than you may realize. There really is no limit […]
Picking colors to decorate with can be a real challenge. Not only are there a ton of choices, but it can also be hard to know what colors will phase out quickly and what colors will give you longevity. The good news is that there are some classics you just can’t go wrong with— and […]
While decorating an apartment can be challenging, it’s not impossible. Apartments are typically considered temporary, but that doesn’t mean you can’t put in the effort into apartment decorating and make it a place you’re proud to call home. Whether you’re new to apartment living, or a pro, here are 10 helpful tips to make your […]
As we inch closer to the end of 2019, it’s time to start thinking about the upcoming year. For us at Cutting Corners, it means taking time to focus on home decorating trends. We all know that certain trends can be tricky as they are always changing and evolving. Even still, it doesn’t make them […]
You’ve eaten the turkey and given your thanks— that can only mean one thing: the Christmas season is upon us. By now, you may already have your holiday decorations up (if not, don’t worry, there’s still time!), soaking up the warm and fuzzy feelings they evoke each time you look at them. Perhaps you have […]
