Midcentury Modern Design Styles Defined Over time, certain design styles seem to come back full circle. Partly because of widely popular show Mad Men, and just partly because it’s cool, this is exactly what has happened to Midcentury Modern. Midcentury Modern, or Modern, as it is more commonly referred to, is often used interchangeably with the […]
When you’re buying fabrics for interior design, it’s extremely important to get your measurements right. Inaccurate measurement can be problematic: too much fabric can be money down the drain and too little can put a huge (and sometimes disastrous) hitch in your project. Below you’ll find a guide that will hopefully make your measurements accurate […]
Many of us love to change up the color schemes in our homes to reflect a new season, and in most cases, this change includes any heavy drapes we have hanging around. Of course this makes sense, as heavy drapery fabric seems as though it might be too oppressive during the warm months of spring […]
Layering drapes is one of the most significant changes, as well as one of the most popular practices in curtain style today. Not only do layered drapes look lush, they also serve as a multi-functional window treatment, providing things like privacy, insulation and light control. When it comes to layering drapes there is a general […]
Whether it’s for fashion or for home decor, when it comes to fabrics, we’re often dazzled by colors and patterns more than we are by weight and durability. And while there’s nothing wrong with falling in love with a fabric for its looks, it’s important to make sure that it will serve your purpose well. […]
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 […]
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 […]
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 […]
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 […]
(Image from http://www.vignettedesign.net/) Vignette (vin-yet): any small, pleasing picture or view (dictionary.com) You’ve probably heard the term ‘vignette’ before but possibly not in regards to interior decorating. The word does have a few different meanings, but the one above is closest to describing those beautiful groupings of accessories found on flat surfaces throughout homes. Accessories can […]
