Trend: Gingham Gingham is an ideal pattern for both men and women. To put a gender-neutral spin on gingham, choose a feminine color such as pink or coral for tailored upholstery and use chrome nail-heads. The combination will create a menswear-inspired look that’s also female-friendly. Trend: Sporty Chic A gallery […]
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Choosing Your Patterns Odd numbers just seem to make things work, whether you’re combining colors or planting shrubs. Three is the minimum number of patterns you should use, and the key to successful mixing is to vary the scale of the patterns, from small to large. Take baby steps when […]
READ MOREWallpaper. I bet you all have horror stories. From removal to applying it, just about everyone has had some sort of nightmarish issue with this devil. For years, wallpaper has had to deal with this bad reputation, but lately, wallpaper is becoming less of a dirty word with all the […]
READ MOREIn lieu of working on some homes editing recently, I thought I would pass along a few tips to help you accessorize your home: Go Seasonal Get inspiration from Mother Nature. What better way to have an already made pallet? And you can save money by gathering your own (or […]
READ MOREWilliam Morris, an English Textile designer, said, “Have nothing in your houses that you do not know to be useful, or believe to be beautiful.” We are all drawn to shiny whose-its and what-its, but sometimes those purchases are not quite right and start causing clutter in your house. […]
READ MOREI like to think that these words are more than just a phrase found in vinyl letters adorning most kitchen walls or on weathered wood plaques over doorways. They speak to the very desire we all have to not only exist in our dwellings, but thrive there. Creating an environment […]
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