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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 ...

The 25th of December will soon be here and Santa needs to get his/her sleigh ready.  Shopping for gifts during the holidays is a lot of pressure especially when you haven't even started yet.  If you or someone on your list is a home decor lover you will find this post very useful  It is all about home decor gifts ranging from frugal to extravagant.  Take a look below:                                                  Source:  Neiman Marcus                                                  Retro Temperature Kettle approx $200 A retro-style electric kettle a splurge but well worth it for someone with discerning taste.                         ...

      "The home is the empire.  There is no peace more delightful than one's own fireplace"                                                                                                             Marcus Cicero The fireplace is an important focal point when decorating for the Christmas season.  A grand piece of real estate that you should not ignore.  It might be a little challenging but worth the time and effort. If you are lucky enough to have a fireplace mantel in your home it would be worth your while to utilize it and show it off.  Below are a few steps you can use to successfully decorate your mantel for Christmas. Steps To Decorate Your Fireplace Mantel: Place an anch...

Minimalist Christmas decor and Scandinavian inspired decor go hand in hand.  Minimalism is basically when you pare down your decorating style to include just a few functional objects that provide a big impact. The same principle is used when decorating your home for Christmas. Keep things simple making sure to achieve a curated distinct look and feel. If you are thinking of ditching the traditional Christmas decor this season and replacing it with a more minimalist look see the examples below: Minimalist Christmas Decor Style                                                                      Source:  Pinterest                                        This living room says Christmas without being ...

"O Christmas tree, o Christmas tree How lovely are thy branches"                                                     A snippet from the song O Christmas Tree Yes, believe it or not, the Christmas season is here.  We have to say goodbye to the autumn season, however, I look forward to all the merriment of Christmas. One of the central elements of celebrating Christmas is having and decorating a Christmas tree. The history of the Christmas tree dates back to the 16th century when German Christians brought decorated evergreen trees into their homes mostly adorned with candles. Decorating a Christmas tree brings so much joy and happiness one can't deny the pleasure of having one.  Whether you decide to go all out with the decorations or just a simple tree and lights the same outcome will emerge pure joy.  If you are looking f...