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 [...]

Add your own touch

Want to add some personal touches to your home for only a few dollars?  Try these ideas on for some added style on a budget.
Window treatments
If you already have curtains but you want to jazz them up a bit, try what this season’s HGTV Design Star participant “Dan” did on this week’s show.  Add a [...]

I love a good makeover

I love the idea of makeovers  – whether it’s a room, a piece of furniture, a re-arrangement of furniture and accessories (uh, hello… “redesign”), or even a new hairstyle! 
Take a look at some of these furniture makeovers.

Now, there’s nothing wrong with this dresser.  It has great shape but look at what it can become:

WOW!  I [...]

Easter inspirations

As my kids and I were preparing to dye Easter eggs today (a family tradition), I was inspired by some of my favorite fabrics and patterns located in our home.  I have saved these in a special folder on my computer marked “Inspiration.”  There is just something about these patterns and colors which I love.  [...]

Inspiration

Have you even been inspired by a room designed by a high-end designer and wish you could recreate it in your home  – but for a lower price?  If you have seen HGTV’s show, Sensible Chic, you know this is a real possibility.  However, it can be difficult to locate similar pieces to those in the [...]