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Showing posts with label Your Design Questions Answered. Show all posts

Monday, July 11, 2011

Pink & Grey Guest Room

"I need inspiration for my guest room. It has gray walls, white trim, light pink accents, a gray comforter, & white furniture. Any ideas floating around?" - Debbie

Check out some great pink & gray bedrooms I have found along with some of the key components that makes these rooms great!



Introduce your accent color through art or through interesting throw pillows and reupholstered chairs






Books are always a classy way to add to a color scheme


A jar of beautiful pink flowers will add style and color. Mirrors are also an amazing accessory in this room.


The light pink curtains and throw on the edge of the bed make this room feel light and airy. I also love the vanity, lamp & dress-form to make a girly escape.


Monday, May 16, 2011

Couch Covers - to do or not to do?

"What are your thoughts on couch covers...I'm contemplating the idea and thought who better to ask than you :)." - Krista

Well, couch covers are rarely ideal although often they are the only affordable option...especially for people on a limited budget. I know that I had a couch cover when I was in college to cover  my less than appealing, hand-me-down floral sofa! If you do need to cover a sofa I recommend purchasing a quality couch cover so it fits your couch as best as possible. 

In terms of design I am very drawn to white/cream couch covers because they give the loose cover a shabby chic look. In addition throw pillows are an excellent way to an old couch look new! Check out my inspirations!









Thursday, April 28, 2011

Small College Apartment, Big Style

"My daughter is moving into an apartment at college and needs ideas how to decorate her room." - Jane

Decorating my college apartments was so fun, and I have 6 low cost, key pieces that will make any small, college space fun, cute & trendy!


Hang a funky fabric as a headboard



Hang a picture collage of your friends, family & favorite art




Hang paper lanterns or tissue paper flowers




Make your own chalkboard out of plywood, trim & chalkboard spray paint



Add a colorful area rug




Toss creative throw pillows on your bed



Tuesday, April 26, 2011

My Mantle Inspirations

"New decor request...Fireplace...I would really like to get some new ideas on how to mix it up!!! :)" - Monnica
Here are my ideas & inspirations on how to take your fireplace mantle from ordinary to extraordinary!
 
Bold Mirror



Candlesticks 


Clusters of Framed Art




Potted Plant




Monogram / Family Initials




Unique Decorative Pieces

Thursday, April 21, 2011

Adding a Pop of Color to a White Bedroom

"You should do bedrooms! .. With white bedding.. And accent colors? I need help!" - Leah

Here are my ideas of ways to add color along with my favorite accent color ideas!


Upholster your headboard!


Spray Paint a cool feature such as a chandelier!


Paint an accent wall behind your bed!



Paint or reupholster a piece of furniture!



Add accent pillows!



Incorporate plants and flowers!



Throw a quilt on the foot of your bed!