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Design Tips – Spring Flower Arrangements
Apr 8, 2009 Interior Design Tips Leave a comment
When people think of spring, they normally think of flowers. You can bring a little bit of the spring indoors by using these flower decorating tips. No matter what your budget or the occasion you can find spring flowers to decorate with.
Tulips, hydrangeas, daffodils and narcissus are all very fragrant flowers that make a wonderful spring statement throughout your home. These flowers come in a variety of colors so you can always find something to suit the rest of your design. Try combinations of yellow, blue, white and pink for a fresh spring look.
The most logical place to use spring flowers is on your table as a centerpiece. You can use a tall glass vase to display your flowers. Make sure to trim the stems of your flowers once you bring them home, if you’re purchasing a bouquet from a store. Read More..
Spring Makeovers – Interior Design Tips for Spring Looks
Apr 8, 2009 Interior Design Tips Leave a comment
Giving your home a spring makeover will help you welcome the warmer weather and the fresh, clean feeling of spring. By following these tips you can give your home a great spring look with just a few simple steps.
Your blankets should be the first thing to be swapped out. If you keep cozy blankets draped over your chairs or sofa, you can swap these out for decorate quilts or throws with bright spring colors. On your bed, store your heavy comforters and bring out light duvets or quilts.
If you prefer dark wood accessories, you can change them out for light pieces. Try light pine picture frames and accessory boxes. You can also change out dark colored candle holders for light colored or silver holders. Put away your pine, vanilla and cinnamon scented candles for gardenia, clean linen and lavender. These scents will make your house smell like spring. Read More..
Eco Home – 5 Ways to Green Your Home
Mar 1, 2009 Green Home 6 Comments
Everyone is buzzing about going green these days and the home is one of the best places to start. Since we spend so much time within our homes, it just makes sense to start being more eco-friendly there. Here, we’ll look at five ways you and your family can start going green with an eco home.
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Interior Design Tips – The Decorating Rule of Three
Feb 7, 2009 Interior Design Tips Leave a comment
If you’re decorating your living room, bedroom or bathroom and want a simple way to look like a professional designer, just remember the rule of three. This interior design tip will give your room designs a polished presence that will take it to the next level of sophistication.
The rule of three applies to many different things in design. It can be applied to color choices. You should have three colors represented in a room in order to make it look interesting without being cluttered. Your main color goes on your walls or in the carpet. Your secondary color can be used in furniture or large accent pieces. The accent color should “pop” and add interest to the room in the form of paintings, throws and decorating accessories.
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Interior Design Tips – Seasonal Livingrooms
Jan 15, 2009 Interior Design Tips 11 Comments
While it may be nice to have a pretty, summery look in your living room during the hotter months and even into fall, there comes a point when you simply can`t deny that winter has set in. The bright florals and light colors of summer need to go and it`s time to bring in the cozy feeling of a winter look. If you aren`t sure just how to do that, here are a few interior design ideas for you. Read More..
