Mad for plaid

It’s not just for school girls anymore.  Plaid, the Scottish classic, is one of those trends that comes and goes…and it has come again in everything from clothing, desk accessories, and dinnerware to upholstery and lamps. 

porcelain dessert plates
 
Ralph Lauren Home fabric

Williams-Sonoma Lamp

Williams-Sonoma Desk Accessories
 

Better Homes and Gardens
Going overboard with plaid can be easy.  Try using [...]

Don’t break the bank

A room makeover doesn’t have to cost a fortune.  Consider the following examples. 

Notice how the gold wall becomes a focal point now, especially since fireplace surround is now white.   Before, the room was too uninteresting.  THIS is a great example of a ReDesign…using what you already have!

Before, this room was comfortable but not very exciting. 

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Target decor

Just because something is functional doesn’t mean it can’t be fun too – it’s a great way to add character to your home.
Michael Graves, Designer
Clean, simple lines and muted colors never go out of style and blend beautifully into any room. 
Thomas O’Brien, Vintage Modern, Designer
Livable rooms are where family heirlooms blend with flea-market finds and [...]

Color Trends for 2010

I recently participated in a webinar training class hosted by Sherwin-Williams which forecasted the color trends for 2010.  The webinar was both educational and beautiful. 
Sherwin-Williams colormix 2010 Forecast Rediscovers Palettes of the Past
The Sherwin-Williams 2010 color forecast takes cues from the hues of the past to paint the way to the future.
“In uncertain times, we [...]

E decorating

You may be asking yourself, “Why would I want to decorate my email?”  Well, you can if you want to, but that’s not exactly what I’m talking about. 
You may (or may not) have heard of e-decorating or electronic home makeovers.  Allow me to shed some light on this subject.
E-decorating is a hot, new home decorating [...]