1. Mirrors Mirrors of any size and shape (mirror ball anyone?) not only create reflections but bounce light as well. Both of those things will make a space, no matter the size, look much bigger. 2. Eliminate clutter – Pare back Do not feel the need to decorate and adorn every single surface in your…
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The days are shorter, the air is cooler and for me it’s time for all things cozy. Like the change of the seasons I like to change things up inside the house to reflect what is happening outside. That means fur rugs, chunky blankets, lots of layers and warm, soft lighting. There are several reasons…
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Do you plan to be redecorating, remodeling or move into a new home soon? Or maybe you are currently in the midst of a project and find yourself at a loss for direction. Home decor projects can cause most people to be completely overwhelmed. Where do you even start? Our homes are our sanctuary. It…
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If I could give you only one tip on selecting furniture for your home, my one piece of advice would be to pick pieces that are dual functioning whenever you can. I’m talking about pieces like a Secretary’s desk that could double as a bar or storage for just about anything *bonus points for having…
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Scale Let’s talk about Scale or Proportion. This is something that a lot of people struggle with when decorating their homes. Often times you go to a Home Decor store, buy something you love and when you bring it home it looks all wrong. It may be too big or too small for your space…
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Lighting Lighting is often overlooked and not given a second thought, but it is one of the most important features in a space. Proper lighting can make or break a mood, theme and feel of a space. Think of lighting as the accessories to an outfit, it enhances and puts emphasis what is already there.…
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After nearly two years of trying to make our mudroom work, it finally got what it needed. . A makeover! I love me a makeover. Never having had a mudroom before, I clearly underestimated just how much it would be used. This room actually serves as the primary entrance to our house- it wasn’t meant…
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Originally posted on Navigating Blindness:
Hello there – It’s Pamela dropping in from The Blind Thistle! I’ve been invited as a guest blogger here on Navigating Blindness. I will be sharing my tips and suggestions on how to make the home a better space to navigate for the Visually-Impaired (VI). I ‘met’ Kim (the lovely…
Ah no worries I haven’t gone off the deep end! I’m just talking about your home, your abode, the place you unwind, si casa…and how you style it. Have you ever thought about why you decorated your home the way you did? Did you just place things willy-nilly, choose finishes at random and hope for…
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