Quick bedroom makeover

When was the last time you gave your bedroom a makeover?

~ Add new sheets & pillowcases perhaps in a new color scheme.

~ Purchase a matching bed skirt to add color & hide your metal bed frame.  To me, the bed skirt is like the mascara, it really finishes the look.

~ Pillows.  Now is the time to bring out your personality.  Add "pops" of color.  Mix & match various fabrics.  Add pillows with "bling".  Go with a monotone look for a sense of calm.  You decide, have fun with it.


Additional tips:

*Solid colors or striped sheets work best.

*Limit color scheme to two colors.

*Hang a mirror opposite a window to reflect light.


~Do you have any additional tips you would like to share?  I would love to hear from you!

Updating your front door

Looking at your home from the outside, do you feel like there needs to be more color?  Have you ever considered brightening the color of your front door?  Here are some tips to quickly transform your entrance way:


The door:

When choosing a new door color, choose a contrasting, bright accent color.  Do not paint the door the same color as the surrounding trim.  Try a warm color like a deep red.

What you'll need:
* one quart of primer
* one quart of oil-based paint

Apply three coats of paint for durability & best color.


The knob & knocker:

To brighten your door, polish your doorknob & knocker with a bottle of brass polish.


Accents:

Try adding a planter or two to add accents to your entrance.  Your planter should be at least two feet high & its color should not match the door.  For a wonderful fragrance, every time you pass by, consider planting rosemary. 

~ New floral inspirations, decorative pillow collections & the outdoors ~

It's been awhile since I've added some tips.  Spring happened.  I stopped to enjoy the beauty around me. To me, the year begins in the spring.  There's something about the warmer temperatures, the budding of the flowers & trees; new life.



Shabby Chic, cottage style decorative pillow collections.

  Inspired by the flowers, I began creating collections in pastels & florals.

A bit bolder.  You won't find this collection on my site (sent to a cute shop), but it can easily be replicated (custom orders are always welcome).

This summer floral started me off on the outdoor pillow collections.  In the next posts, I will be discussing caring for outdoor fabric. 

Can't wait to see you then!





~What has inspired you lately?~

~~Decorating with small items~~

Grouping small like items together can make a big impact.  Sometimes, though, it's challenge to figure out how to display these knick-knacks in a creative way.  Here are some ideas, using what you can find around your home:

Wall pouches decorative balls

                                                 Decorative boxes with handmade hearts

Try creating a complete setting displaying your collections.

                                        Decorative bowls  decorative balls

                                                   Shells in milk glass bowl or clear bowl.

Tea cups on a silver tray.

. 

 

                                 

~What creative ways have you displayed small items?  I would love to hear your ideas.