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   “I do not believe there is another city on earth so beautiful as Paris         nor people with such an appreciation of the beautiful as the French...”                                                                           - Edward Hopper The French countryside conjures up images of lavender fields, lush green landscapes, quaint towns, and flower gardens and The French country style of decorating is inspired by the French countryside. The Elements of the French Country Style of Decorating Distressed furniture Natural materials such as wood floors and wood-beamed ceilings Wooden furniture with curved lines and plush upholstery Rustic interiors Neutral color palette Botanical prints (usually found on draperies and wallpaper) Interiors are infused with ...

“Decorate your home. It gives the illusion that your life is more interesting than it really is.”                                                                             Charles M. Schulz Apartment living can be a great option whether you are downsizing or moving out on your own after college, however,  they tend to lack "character" an essential part of any home decor scheme.  Character basically makes a home feel like a home -in essence,  it changes the overall vibe of your abode.  If  you just moved into a rental apartment and it feels a little sterile, dark or cold and you desperately want it to feel more like a home follow these steps outlined below: Hang a lightweight medallion on the ceiling (see photo) to make a boring light fixture seem more dramatic....

Happy New Year dear readers! "For last year's words belong to last year's language.                                        And next year's words await another voice".                                                                                                         Unknown Now that the holiday season is over and the Christmas decor is all packed away, our homes at this point might seem a little bare.  The warmth and glow that the holiday decor provided is now gone but don't despair there is a remedy to fix all of that.     Lighting One of the easiest ways to make your home feel cozier ...