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“The promise of spring’s arrival is enough to get anyone through the bitter winter!”                                                                                      Jen Selinsky Now is the perfect time to do some decorating for spring if you are working from home and have a few hours to kill during the day.  If you have a dining room hutch or just a cabinet sitting there looking drab why not decorate it with spring aesthetics.  Even though things may not be normal right now, we can certainly find joy in the things that we love.  Here are a few ideas to decorate your cabinet hutch for the spring season as well as Easter::  Firstly, gather all your decorating items together in one spot and lay them out on the dining room table so you know what you...

Decorating trends come and go, just like fashion trends.  Some manage to withstand the test of time while others just drift away into the abyss.  This year is no different as we see decorating trends littering the design world to our delight. Below are some of the most popular decor trends of 2020: Eco-friendly and sustainable products such as wood,  cork,  wicker, and plants.  Think wood furniture, wicker chairs, cork bottle tops, and living plants that improve air quality, e.g snake plants, or bamboo palm. Marble countertops, wallpaper, backsplash just to name a few.  You can even wrap books with marble contact paper.  This trend is probably here to stay.  Velvet fabric in any color blue, pink or green. You can upholster couches, accent chairs with velvet or buy throw pillows made out of velvet material.  Velvet is a soft woven tufted fabric perfect for adding a touch of luxury to your home.    Matte Black walls - accordin...

Wood beads or meditation beads have been around a while but have recently gained  popularity due to the farmhouse style of decor.  They are a wonderful decorative accessory to add to your abode whether you decorate in the farmhouse style, classic boho or coastal.  It suits any decor esthetic.   You can purchase these beads from your local Hobby Lobby,  Pottery Barn , Etsy, or you can save money by purchasing wood beds from the Dollar Store or Amazon and DIY them yourself with chalk paint and twine. These beads come in a variety of colors to choose from or you can purchase natural colored beads for a more subtle look.    How To Style Your Farmhouse Wood Beads Styling wood beads is a lot of fun and very easy it all depends on your personal taste and the look you want to achieve.  They can be draped around a vase, layered on a console table or basket, or simply placed on a tray. Use them to dress up any area or table that needs...

"There is nothing nicer than a kitchen really made for a cook. Things that are designed to be used always have an innate beauty."      Julia Child A French Farmhouse Kitchen is unique, to say the least.  It consists of various decorating elements that when put together creates a beautiful esthetic.  If you are inspired by this style of decorating and would like to transform your kitchen there are a few details that you need to incorporate such as:   adding rusted metal furniture or objects such as scales, a copper sink, copper pots, pans, and bakeware. When organizing your cabinetries, use open shelving to display porcelain ware such as teacups and bowls.  Leave silverware on countertops, put wicker baskets everywhere to store and organize food, add Toile kitchen towels to create a worn patina look, and add antique signage. Install beams for a rustic look, bring in furniture in the kitchen like a Loui chair and a hutch.  Integrate Fren...

Jennifer Aniston, a long-time fashion icon has maintained her fashion status for the past 20 years. From the red carpet to her everyday California styles she really knows how to rock it with simplicity and panache.  Her wardrobe consists of basic everyday pieces with a touch of rocker flair, deeming her with "the girl next door" image. So how does one imitate Jennifer's fashion style?  Start by building your wardrobe with basic everyday pieces such as a white T-shirt, a black T-shirt, a white cotton blouse, a blazer, a classic shoulder bag, white sneakers and a great pair of jeans.  Then integrate more complex items like a black leather jacket, cargo pants, utility boots, and a brown belt.  Go one step further by adding black dress pants, a navy blue blazer, a silky camisole, an evening purse, and a stylish watch.   To kick it up a notch for that special event opt for a little black dress or a black jumpsuit. When picking a color palette she always ch...

One of the quickest ways to update your living room for spring is by refreshing your coffee table which is usually a focal point in most homes.  Depending on the decor of your home you can style it elegantly, simply, or organically on a budget. To get that perfectly styled coffee table a few key elements are needed: Create dimension with varying heights (high and low) Three is the magic number Use greenery Contrast colors for a wow effect Don't over clutter simplicity is the key Display with a tray Make it personal Use what you have and make it practical                                       Simplicity Makes a Statement                                        Source:  HGTV                            ...

"I am going to make everything around me beautiful—that will be my life."                                                              Elsie De Wolfe (Interior Decorator) Romantic interiors are calm, elegant and softly decorated with pastel and neutral colors in order to achieve a relaxed romantic mood. Furnishings are usually classically made from wood usually in a white-washed tone, upholstered and plush.   Fabrics play a huge part in the French Country romantic style.  Satin, wool, lace, and velvet are just a few examples.  Decorative accessories such as c andles and fresh flowers are always present in this decor style as well.   Romance and the beauty of chandeliers go hand-in-hand.  Romantic rooms usually have great lighting and chandeliers provide the perfect ambiance to light up a roo...