Three Genius Kitchen Coffee Bars

Coffee lovers everywhere are incorporating coffee stastions/bars in their own homes; a convenient way to access their favorite brew without leaving the house.

Setting up a coffee bar requires a few essentials:

• Bar cart or counter top
• Coffee maker or espresso machine
• Coffee mugs and saucers
• Sugar spoon or tongs
• Coffee flavorings
• Tray, cake plate or dome
• Chalkboard

If you've always wanted to design your own coffee station and are looking for some inpiraton to get you started see below:

   
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          "Coffee is a language in itself".... Jackie Chan

How To Restyle Your Coffee Table For The Spring Season

An easy way to refresh your space for the spring season is restyling your coffee table.

Refreshing your coffee table doesn't take a lot of money or time and can be done within hours.  You can even shop your own home to get you started or purchase items at a yard sale or thrift store in your neighborhood.

Here are some tips to consider to get you started:

• Pick a color palette that suits your coffee table.
• Choose objects that have a spring theme.
• Keep balance in mind and group objects in odd numbers.
• Utilize trays to organize your table.
• Stack books in varying height and scale.
• Add greenery or fresh flowers.
• Personalize your space with your favorite decor accent.

Your coffee table should be both practical and stylish so place objects that you use everyday (e.g. remote control) on the table just corral them in a unque box.

Below are some examples of beautifully styled coffee tables:

 
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5 Stunning Easter Sunday Tablescapes

This Easter Sunday make your dinner or brunch table setting unique and true to you.

If you feel like you're in a rut and not motivated maybe these five stunning tablescapes will do the trick:

                                 Easter Tablescapes

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I hope these Pinterest tablescapes have inspired you.  If you have a favorite, please comment below.  Have a great Easter!

My Dream Living Room Mood Board

One of most coveted rooms in the home is the living room.  A place where you can relax, unwind, and entertain family or guests.

My dream living room is a mixture of modern glam, casual and traditional style of decorating.  To inspire my dream living room, I decided to create a mood board to convey my ideas such as paint colors, fabric swatches, furniture and accessories as a point of reference.  

I chose a well-designed TV console and a plush Craftsman-built sofa  from Arhaus, a company committed to using natural resources and sustainable materials.  The living room color palette is comprised of sophisticated greys and soft tans. Fabric choices include a plush velvet throw, jute rugs and suede pillows.   A crystal chandelier and traditional floor lamp add the perfect touch of lighting. 

To create your own mood board at home, browse through interior decorating magazines, Home Improvement inserts, Pinterest, and other online publications for inspiration.

                            My Dream Living Room Mood Board
                                     

For more inspiring quality

  living room furnishings visit Arhaus.

Create A Glam Style Living Room For Your Abode

A Glam Style living room uses lots of luxurious textiles such as crystal, polished chrome, Lucite, and reflective surfaces. 

If you like contemporary, elegant and dreamy spaces, then you will love this style. 

Here are a few things to consider when incorporating this style of décor:

• Choose glass chandeliers and mercury glass lighting for drama
• A large sunburst mirror  or an ornate mirror are great reflective surfaces
• Add a gold/silver leaf tray and decorative accents
• Faux fur throws and animal print pillows are a perfect combination for this style
• Paint colors should be subtle like grays and whites
• Luxe fabrics like a velvet ottoman will amp up your glam style

Try not to go overboard when going glam as it will make your living room look garish.  Stick with the same hues throughout such as whites, creams, and pearl like finishes for a soft touch.  Photo frames and candles should be white, silver or gold.   

                                                          

                                                            Glam Style Living Rooms

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The Magnolia Journal by Joanna Gaines - A True Home Inspiration

I just received my copy of The Magnolia Journal, a new home and lifestyle magazine brought to you by Chip and Joanna Gaines, aka Mr. and Mrs. Fixer Upper. 

This magazine did not disappoint, it is filled with inspirational topics such as Hospitality, Gardening, Recipes, Home Décor, and personal stories and advice from Joanna Gaines, thoughtfully written and down to earth.

A special section called "Chip's Corner", is where we find Chip's narrative of events happening around the farm and insights about his lifestyle. 

An easy to read journal which  draws the reader's attention in; a magazine you will not want to put down, no flipping through pages here.  There is a Thoughtful Suggestions section that you can actually follow and incorporate into your own home with resources and products from Magnolia Market. 

Photos from The Magnolia Journal:

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5 Simple Ways To Organize A Messy Linen Closet

Got a messy linen closet that cannot stay organized? 

The trick to keeping a linen closet organized is to keep things that you use on a regular basis contained, see my tips below: 

1. Use a three bag laundry sorter to stay atop dirty laundry.
2. Store towels in baskets or metal containers turning them vertically for better function.
3. Contain hair tools and toiletries things that you use everyday in metal buckets.
4. Place bath essentials such as cotton balls, Q tips and bath salts in clear containers and place on a lazy Susan for easy access. 
5. Keep manicure tools, nail polishes, etc., in clear caddies so they stay organized,  You can purchase these caddies at your local Target store. Shop http://www.target.com

                                                       Organized Linen Closets

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Décor Tips:

Line your linen shelves with plastic-coated fabric to make it easier to clean. 
To achieve a more streamlined linen closet, label clear containers.

How To Decorate A Smaller Home On A Tiny Budget

Now that smaller homes are gaining popularity, and people are choosing to downsize to smaller homes or apartments,  decorating a smaller home can be a challenge.

If you are planning to move to a smaller home in the future or are already living in one and need help decorating it, below are some tips to consider.

How To Decorate A Smaller Home On A Tiny Budget:

1. Shop yard sales or estate sales for furniture such as coffee tables, side tables, and bedside tables.  Spray paint if needed.  
2. Choose a sofa in a neutral color or cover existing sofa with a neutral slipcover.
3. Use dividers to separate multipurpose spaces such as bedroom/office. 
4. Hang drapery rods all the way to the ceiling for a big impact.  
5. Purchase artwork from thrift stores and replace old frames with antique frames. 
6. Place mirrors throughout your home to reflect light and open up your space.
7. Use hooks for storage if space is limited.
8. Storage ottomans are perfect for hiding everyday items.
9. A round dining table allows for more space.
10. Go bold with throw pillows, accessories and paint.

                                 Small Spaces With Big Impact

                                       Multipurpose bookshelf

 

                              A beautiful mirror opens up this space

             Create extra seating with a built-in 

        bookshelf

   
                                        Clever use of a curtain divider
                   

                                   A round table is perfect for this
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Gingham Styled Rooms So Classic and Stylish

Gingham pattern aka a check pattern is a medium weight fabric made from dyed cotton.

This classic and stylish fabric is basically a pattern of modified stripes comprised of crossed horizontal and vertical lines forming squares.

Although this classic fabric has been around for years, it is considered very trendy in the design world and is featured in many home decor magazines lately as a "trend alert".  These trendy gingham items include ottomans, sheet sets, flatware, dresser knobs, and wallpaper.

This beautiful and tasteful pattern brings a sense of elegance to a home and will easily update any room effortlessly.

See photos below:

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How To Quickly Organize An Entryway Closet

Most of us have an entryway or foyer closet that could use some organization.

Stuffed with winter coats, raincoats, hats, scarves, boots, and shoes, the entryway closet can become one of the the most unorganized place in the home.

An organized foyer closet will definitely help to make your morning routine become easier and will also lessen the amount of time set out for cleaning up your space.

Here is a quick list to guide you:

1. Declutter and get rid of items you no longer use such as old coats and mismatched gloves.
2. Place items that do not belong in the entryway closet in their proper place, for example, sporting equipment.
3. Freshen up your closet by painting it a color you love.
4. Add storage bins to keep things neatly organized.
5. Use sturdy coat hangers like Joy Mangano Huggable Hangers, they are practical yet stylish. 
6. Invest in a durable shoe rack.

Décor Tip:

To keep your entryway closet clean and organized on a daily basis, hang up coats and other outerwear right away and place toys and shoes in their respective bins.

Organized Entryway Closets:

             
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5 Bohemian Living Rooms that are Artistic, Fun and Free Spirited

These Bohemian styled living rooms capture the essence of the trendy Boho decorating style - carefree, casual and eclectic.

Most Bohemian living rooms are comprised of bold colors, vintage wares, layered throws, textured pillows, exotic rugs and potted plants.

Velveteen sofas, artwork (usually not hung up), and playful patterns all make up this free spirited Décor style.

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