Well this is one way to use a room screen. There are many others of course. I angled a bed into a corner, and honestly did not plan to use any artwork about the bed. With it angled in the corner it could easily look wonky because the artwork would not be centered above the […]
10 Minute Decorating – Using a Tray
Today is our 10 minute decorating event. I love coming up with something you can put together simply and easily. So this is the tray I put together for my ottoman today. Did you know that the plural for ottoman was ottomans and not ottomen? Yup I try to not only entertain but provide valuable […]
One Bed 8 Different Looks
Well I have to admit I have had a time finding just the right thing to go above this bed. Should we go down memory lane? Why not? Here is where we were in the beginning. Then I began to move in a more neutral direction with the bed. Can you see it? The lamps […]
When is Reupholstery Worth the Cost?
I never used to buy old chairs because I had heard that changing the upholstery is as expensive as buying a new chair. I figured, what’s the point of buying old, if you can buy new for the same price? Well that’s what we are discussing today. When is it worth it? Let’s talk […]
How to Add Instant Elegance with Curtains
Sometimes I think a change to a room will have a big effect and then. it fizzles, while other times I completely underestimate the impact a change will have. This was a ‘wow’ moment for me. I ordered some curtains for my bedroom. They are fairly simple in pattern, neutral and classic. I think […]
How to Create Your OWN Signature Style
It’s great to have a lovely home, but I think we all want our own style, our own unique look. It’s great to get ideas from other people, but it’s really nice to have your own style that suits you and is exactly what you like. The first thing to do is to figure out […]
Why you Might Want a Cohesive Look in Your Home
I remember when I had a red room, a blue room, a green room, and a pink room. Where did I think I lived, the White House? I thought it was a way for me to enjoy several different colors and styles all in one house. And that worked OK, until I would want to […]
How to Learn Almost Anything
Yes talking about interior decorating today, but really this concept applies to much more than decor. This is the process I used to teach myself photography, writing, interior decorating, and so much more. Does it work? Yes it does! This is my ‘how to learn anything’ approach. Now I cannot guarantee that you can […]
