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Small Decorating Details Add up to a Big Impact

By Anita 22 Comments

Decorating Details

Some people say the devil is in the details, but I don’t like that saying. I would rather say the small decorating details add up in a big way. I also thought it would be fun to see some of the changes I’ve made to my house over the past several months. I rarely have a big room reveal these days because my house is the way I want it. So instead of completely redoing my house, I just make small changes here and there. Maybe that’s where you are also. A well designed room is made up of small details.

decorating details crystal

Let’s start in my butler’s pantry. I planted a sweet little ivy in this vintage trophy. I think it adds some personality and I am really loving having some live plants in my home.

decorating details live plants

You may have seen some of my other victims plants as well.

decorating details more plants

I don’t guarantee they will have a long life, but I do try.

decorating details greenery

Next I played musical chairs with some lamps. These lamps have been moved again, and I added some new ones here.

decorating details lamps

Here are the new lamps. They are Aidan Gray. Lamps are my weakness.

decorating details aidan gray

The old lamps went back into the living room. I do love rotating things from one room to another. I like the little feet on the lamps.

decorating details lamp and bottles

Below you can see my study. I have a lot packed into the shelves. There was a bare spot above the computer monitor that looked odd to me, so I’ve hung a little painting there. I’ve seen this done in old English libraries and always thought it was a lovely effect. As I look at these shelves, I’m thinking it’s time to edit them again. I remove things, then somehow they multiply again.

decorating details study shelves

I would love to hear about small changes you’ve made in your home that have had a big impact.

Today’s podcast episode is about preparing for holiday guests. If you have company coming for Thanksgiving, you’ll want to have a listen.

EPISODE 111 PREPARING FOR HOLIDAY GUESTS

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Comments

  1. Calypso in the Country says

    October 13, 2017 at 07:34

    Yes, the little things really do make a difference! Your home is always so inspiring. Enjoy your weekend!
    Shelley

    Reply
  2. Pat Smith says

    October 13, 2017 at 08:18

    Wonderful article about the importance of the details. And those new lamps are Beautiful?

    Reply
  3. CharleneHalverson says

    October 13, 2017 at 08:26

    You’re very inspiring! I recently was able to finally move my English buffet to the spot I’ve dreamed of since we returned home from another State. It is perfect and just as I envisioned it would be!
    I, too, have a fetish for lamps, as well as, chairs! I love your new ones!
    Thank you, Anita for sharing.

    Reply
  4. Celia says

    October 13, 2017 at 08:54

    Hi Anita! I moved my entire dining room into the living room and vis versa! The dining room table has more room around it to move and the new sitting room is cozy. Abit further to get from the kitchen to the dining room but who cares – we like it so much better and it didn’t cost a cent! I also painted my china cabinet while I was at it!
    I quite enjoy your posts though I don’t always comment! Keep doing what you’re doing!
    Celia

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    • Anita says

      October 13, 2017 at 09:22

      Clever, clever on switching the rooms! I’ve seen that done and it’s an excellent idea. I’ve even seen a homeowner extend the kitchen into the dining room, so they didn’t have a dining room any more.

      Reply
  5. Ginger Valdes says

    October 13, 2017 at 08:54

    God is in the details! It looks like your fern is surviving well. I had little hope for it before, but it’s rallied! I love all of your lamps, but that one is speaking tomes to me. Have a great weekend, Anita!
    Ginger

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    • Anita says

      October 13, 2017 at 09:21

      Yes! God is in the details. I like that much better. Ha, I have one plant that is on the edge, but the others miraculously are doing quite well.

      Reply
  6. Charlotte Des Fleurs says

    October 13, 2017 at 09:17

    Yes, ,Ginger is right. The original quote is about 300 years old and is from the French, “GOD is in the details”.

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    • Anita says

      October 13, 2017 at 09:20

      I like that a lot better Charlotte!

      Reply
  7. Linda Libert says

    October 13, 2017 at 09:17

    Love your little plants. My home will not tolerate living plants (too little light) so I am always on the lookout for small artificial plants that are pretty and realistic looking. TJ Maxx and Home Goods are on my regular route!

    Reply
    • Anita says

      October 13, 2017 at 09:19

      Excellent option for those dark rooms Linda.

      Reply
  8. Norma Rolader says

    October 13, 2017 at 14:26

    Anita, great info and so interesting!!! Small can have such a beautiful impact and you have done it!!! God bless

    Reply
  9. Janet Armstrong says

    October 13, 2017 at 16:27

    Simple updates are always fun and a great way to add a fresh new look and elegance to any decor style.

    Reply
  10. Bettie Paul says

    October 14, 2017 at 07:51

    Agreed… “Attention to detail”, my motto…

    Reply
  11. Lisa says

    October 16, 2017 at 17:16

    I love moving things around too. It gives rooms a whole new look. I had to laugh about your plant “victim” remark. My sister calls her home the plant hospice!

    Reply
  12. Sandi says

    October 17, 2017 at 04:55

    Nice post on how little things make your home so beautiful!

    Also, a little tip for you, Anita, on helping house plants flourish. Pot them up in containers that have drain holes. These containers come with trays that catch excess water. The holes at the bottom of the container (pot) will also help the plant “breathe”. I noticed that most of your plants are in beautiful containers, but none have a place for the plant’s excess water to drain. This is essential for plant longevity.

    Love all your posts!

    Reply
    • Anita says

      October 17, 2017 at 19:53

      Yes Sandi, I agree with that. I just wanted something more stylish. I use rock in the bottom of the containers if they don’t have a drain, so that helps, but yes a drain hole is so much easier to work with.

      Reply
  13. Jean Windham says

    October 18, 2017 at 09:19

    Thanks for all the tips! I totally agree small changes do make a big impact. I love all the greenery placed here and there. Jean

    Reply
  14. Bill Ferris says

    November 9, 2017 at 18:20

    I’m always a sucker for shabby chic furniture and lighting. Decor Interiors carries those timeless Aidan Gray lamps and other items in the French Country style

    Reply
  15. Margo says

    June 2, 2019 at 11:45

    Plant? What plant? All I could see was a plate of French macaroons ! ?

    Reply
  16. Nastya says

    December 8, 2020 at 14:47

    details are our everything!
    the interesting phrase “God in detail”
    Changes in the interior from time to time is a very necessary thing. Good that you share)

    Reply

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