Do you warm up your home for fall this time of year? What are your favorite color schemes? We all have our favorite colors and the two biggest areas that allow us to surround ourselves with them are fashion and home decor. Pantone, the color experts recently released their fall color picks for 2012. As […]
When the temperatures begin to drop and the leaves begin to change colors, you know that fall is here and that Thanksgiving is on its way. In most cases, the dining room table is the main attraction when friends and family are gathered together for the holiday, but the decorating doesn’t have to stop […]
Classic Color Combinations for Your Home Home design trends come and go, but there are some classic color combinations that stand the test of time. Take a stroll through your local fabric store or find a fabric supplier online to get inspiration and also to purchase fabrics and hardware that will get you the exact […]
Halloween Decorating Ideas Decorating your home for Halloween can be fun for the entire family. Getting the kids involved is a great way to spend a Saturday afternoon, or keeping them occupied on Columbus Day while they are home from School! A few things to consider beforehand are: will you be decorating with homemade goodies […]
If you’re one who likes to decorate for all the holidays, but hate to spend a fortune doing so, why not try your hand at making your own decorations this year? Here are some fun do-it-yourself Halloween ideas. They’re inexpensive, they’re quick and they’re just what you need to make your home a little spookier. […]
When the weather turns cooler outside, it’s only natural that you want the inside of your home to radiate warmth. Surprisingly, it doesn’t take much to get that cozy feeling. Try using autumn colors in these 3 creative ways to spread warmth throughout your space. Revive something with a fresh coat of paint. This […]
Windows, inside the home, need attention too, and that can be accomplished with custom drapery. Yes, custom window treatments cost more than curtains found off-the-shelf, but making the investment will get you something tailor made to fit your style and your window, just right. If you haven’t given custom drapery a thought, here are 4 […]
Nowadays, home decorating is more personal, truly reflecting your tastes, interests and styles, more than just playing it safe. Bold colors, whimsical creatures, and gutsy patterns are just some of the things you can find and incorporate into your space. Here’s a look at some trends that will be popular this year. Bold colors. We’re […]
You want your child to be comfortable, happy and safe in their personal space, so designing their bedroom can be quite challenging. A child’s room is often multi-functional: it’s a space for sleeping, for study, and for play, so it’s important to take all of that into consideration before you start designing. Here are […]
When decorating a room, it can be hard to know what works and what doesn’t. Here’s a list of 5 dos and 5 don’ts to get you started. Do Choose Fabrics, Carpets and Upholstery First. A common mistake made by people is choosing the wall color first. Since you can get paint mixed to any […]
Before you jump into picking colors and patterns, it’s important to understand the basics regarding fabric. What types of fabrics are there? What fabrics are durable, fade resistant and easy to clean? What does thread count mean? These are some of the things you should understand before making your purchase. Fabrics can essentially be broken […]
Whether you’re salvaging an old piece or designing a new one, picking upholstery fabric will eventually come into play. This task, which should be enjoyable, can actually be a daunting one for many. That’s not surprising with so many options like colors, textures, patterns and thread count, it can be difficult to even know where […]
