Posts Tagged ‘Interior Decorating’

Fall Must Haves for the Home

Tuesday, September 14th, 2010

Ahhh, the smells of fall: apple pie baking, bonfires, cinnamon, a big pot of chili on the stove!  Nothing can warm up a chilly evening quite like these comforts!
We felt inspired by the colors {and smells} of the season to bring you our first “fall must haves” style guide. We wanted to focus on ways [...]

DIY Projects For This Weekend: Stain Your Furniture

Wednesday, September 1st, 2010

Sometimes, it’s about doing more with less, so if you’re looking to update or change the look of your living space but don’t want to drop a lot of money right now, then it’s time for this handy Do-It-Yourself guide.  Refinishing used pieces is a great way to spruce up a room.
In our last post, [...]

5 Vital Tips for Antique Shopping

Monday, August 30th, 2010

When it comes to buying new furniture, it sometimes seems as though your options are limited.  You can either buy a mass produced piece, which can be trendy and lack character or pay a lot more money for something made with some true craftsmanship.  If you refuse to go down the first road but don’t [...]

Guest Post: Color Trends for 2011

Wednesday, August 11th, 2010

Today we are pleased to have a guest post from Sally Hammond! Ms. Hammond is an interior designer and owner of Sally J. Designs. She also writes the often irreverent blog, Divine Distractions. Sally is an artist, interior designer, and Master’s level educator with over 12 years of experience in interior design, home [...]

Four Simple Ways to Decorate Like a Pro

Friday, July 9th, 2010

Watching professional interior decorators at work on TV or in real life is so inspirational and motivating.  These geniuses take a “blah” space and transform it into a “wow” within the span of days.  While that level of proficiency at interior decorating may take years to acquire, you can start your stylistic journey today by [...]

How To Protect Your Infant, Toddler and Child with an Easy Home Safety Checklist

Wednesday, May 27th, 2009

 
 Sadly, the passing of Mike Tyson’s young daughter has brought to the forefront home safety issues.  Home can be one of the most dangerous places for a small child or infant and it is of major concern to safety and health officials. By following a few simple steps you can help to eliminate commonly overlooked [...]

Amish Hickory Furniture and the Log Cabin Home

Friday, August 22nd, 2008

Amish Hickory furniture in the Log cabin themed home is as much about a lifestyle as a design style. The creation of this interior design may be the simplest and most economical interior design for you to capture because of its use of found natural items as decoration and the use of quality investment pieces [...]

~ Hanging Amish Quilts as Tapestries in Your Home ~ (pt 2)

Monday, August 18th, 2008

  

Where and How to Hang Your Wall Art – Part 2
Just like Amish furniture your Amish quilt is meant to be an heirloom that lasts generations if properly cared for. In order to ensure the value of your tapestry quilt will be maintained there are a few simple tips. Select a focal point in your [...]

What Mattress Is Good For My Amish Built Solid Hardwood Baby Crib?

Friday, August 8th, 2008

                                          
You’ve spent months selecting the perfect solid hardwood baby crib by Amish craftsmen. You’re comforted in knowing you’ve bought the best for your newborn. This heirloom quality investment will last your child through many years, as it converts to their first big kid’s day bed, then later a single bed with designer head and footboards. [...]

DECORATING WITH AN AMISH DESIGNED GRANDFATHER CLOCK

Wednesday, August 6th, 2008

You’ve wisely invested in your home and lifestyle by acquiring high end Amish furniture that will last a lifetime but did you realize you can include an heirloom Amish timepiece, an alternative to traditional Grandfather Clocks, to match your décor? While still as collectible as antique clocks Amish clocks require less maintenance and have just [...]