Entries Tagged as ‘accessories’

November 13, 2009

The natural look for less

Do you have a lackluster or outdated lampshade that you’re ready to toss?  Instead, take a few minutes for an easy do-it-yourself makeover.  Since I can never seem to find the “just-right” lampshade, I’ve decided to go the DIY route. 
There are lots of options for the materials here.  Since I have another lamp I want [...]

November 9, 2009

Kate Spade’s chic vases

Kate Spade has introduced pint-sized handblown glass vases by Lenox.  These modern, chic vases are available in golden-rimmed blue, pink, green, and red.  They measure approximately 4″ high and cost $25 each.   These would make a great gift for someone special this holiday season.

The vases can be purchased at Macys.com

September 30, 2009

Warm up your home for Fall

 
One of my favorite things to do when there is a change in the season is a seasonal home makeover.  Out go the lighter colors and textures and in come accessories that remind me of nature’s changes.  Of course, here in South Florida we don’t see a lot of leaves changing colors, so that’s even more of [...]

September 4, 2009

Decorating on a dime

You don’t have to spend a ton of money to decorate your home.  Work with what you already have and “reinvent it!” 
Try these ideas this weekend.

image source:  www.sunset.com
This is one of my favorite tips which I use in my own home:  frame calendar pictures and arrange in an interesting manner.
Don’t miss this idea:  Notice the [...]

August 24, 2009

Typographic decorating

One of the current trends in interior decorating is the use of letters and numbers.  Letters and numbers are not only an integral part of our daily lives, but as a part of our decor, they offer visual interest and even whimsy.   I personally like an assortment of typographic pieces rather than spelling out a [...]