Window treatments aren’t just a decorating tool to enhance your home’s design. In fact, adding window coverings, or updating any outdated ones you have, are actually a great way to increase your home’s value and provide it with extra care. Whether you choose shades, shutters, blinds or custom draperies, choosing the best window treatments suited […]
Although the popularity of animal prints has fluctuated over the years, it has always remained a constant in home design. And while you think it might be intimidating to combine animal prints with your other interior fabrics, it’s really not. There are in fact ways to tastefully design a room using them. Here we’ll take […]
Valances are a wonderful way to add that finishing touch to the windows in your home. Because of their versatility, they can be used to complete the look of your drapery by decoratively concealing hardware and fixtures, or they can simply be used to add some visual interest by themselves without overloading the window with […]
If you’re thinking about updating the fabrics in your home, take some time to consider cotton. Cotton is one of the most universally used natural or cellulose fibers with 18 percent of the annual crop being used for the home furnishing industry (source NCC). In linens alone, cotton is the most dominant fiber, holding over […]
Over time, furniture accumulates a lot of wear and a lot of dirt. And there comes a point when a decision must be made: replace or reupholster? While replacing that worn, dirty couch seems to be the most logical, that’s not always the case. There are actually very valid reasons for taking the time and […]
When designing your home, picking fabrics can be overwhelming. Each has their pros and cons, which often makes it challenging to narrow down what will work best for the spaces you have. It’s important to remember however, that there is one particular fabric that often stands above the rest: cotton. Not only is cotton eco-friendly […]
When you know how to clean and care for your interior fabrics, you will be able to retain the beauty of those fabrics you first fell in love with. With proper cleaning, care and maintenance, you will also be able to prolong its life, which will allow you to enjoy your space for years to […]
Color affects our moods and thoughts more than we realize. So when it comes to decorating our homes, it’s important to choose wisely. For many though, picking the right color combinations can be intimidating. As long as you remember to avoid jumping on big trends (they come and go), and learn the basics, you can […]
There is truth to the saying, “one man’s trash is another man’s treasure,†but getting to the prize requires patience and vision, especially when it comes to the realm of thrift store shopping. However, if you’re willing to look past the dirt with an open mind, thrifting (as it’s more commonly referred to) can actually […]
When we start planning a room for a son or daughter, our minds often gravitate towards thoughts of pink and blue. Both colors, although very cliche and “safeâ€, work in a pinch when we just don’t know what else to go with. And that’s okay. Thankfully though, there are other colors that exist in the […]
A house nestled near the beach for weekend getaways is more of a dream, rather than a reality for many people. Thankfully, there are ways to bring your love of the beach right into your everyday living spaces. Here are some beach inspired decorating ideas that will make you feel like you’re right on the […]
Windows are inevitably the focal point that will set the tone and structure of your decorating plan, so it’s important to take how you’ll accessorize them into consideration. Here are some window treatment trends, both timeless and new, that can help guide your decisions when making purchases. Neutrals. If you just don’t know what to […]
