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Wednesday, November 2, 2011
Color Blocking Your Interiors
Unless you live under a rock you probably know that color blocking is the big thing this Fall in fashion. And perhaps you have embraced it head on or maybe you're a little like me and are a bit timid about pulling off some of those looks. Whether or not the fashion trend has hit your closet yet maybe it is time for you to throw out those neutrals in your home and add some color back into your life! That's right! It's time to color block your interiors! You can either go full blown color blocking or with just a little paint and throw pillows, you can make a subtle transition that will be easy to change out down the road. Are you nervous yet? Well don't be; here are few tips and tricks to successfully going bold with color. First, to get a more harmonious look choose colors (or tints) that are adjacent to each other on the color wheel (ie. yellow and orange-yellow, or blue and aqua). If you want to go more bold with you color then choose those that are opposite each other on the color wheel (blue and orange or yellow and purple). To keep it easy to choose your color scheme, try to stick with just two or three colors. Next, avoid prints. Solid blocks of color are the trick to successful color blocking. Last, just as in fashion, use neutrals to compliment and balance your color. This way you have a nice balance throughout your space and it makes it a bit easier on the eyes. Although these are just a few tips to help get you going in the right direction, the most important tip to remember is to just have fun, get creative and recover everything yellow and gray in your house and spice things up a bit!
Saturday, August 27, 2011
Spotlight
I LOVE this house and just had to share it with my readers! It has beautiful architecture, is light and fresh and I love love love the wide plank floors (especially in the dining room)! Here is just a sneak peak of the home but you can view the entire home tour here at Alice Lane: Design Explored. It's just so lovely...
Thursday, August 25, 2011
Dressing Your Mantel
Trying to decide on how to dress up your mantel can sometimes be tricky. Do you make it a focal point or keep it simple? Do you use artwork, mirrors, nick-knacks, photos, greenery, etc? Really, the options are endless. My recommendations are to use pieces that have meaning to you, if you are doing a collection use odd amounts (3, 5 or 7), if you are going for a more traditional look use symmetry in your design, for a more modern approach keep it simple and asymmetrical. Also remember that if you use a mirror over your mantel that it is reflecting something that is worth reflecting (really this a just a good rule of thumb anytime you are going to place a mirror. Finally, do not and I repeat DO NOT put your television over your mantel. It is generally not at an appropriate height for watching television and it does not make for a great focal point. Need more suggestions? Leave a comment and I'll try to give you more ideas!
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Wednesday, August 3, 2011
Mason Jar Love
Lately I have been looking at all the mason jars sitting on top of my cabinets waiting to filled again with delicious fruits and jams. However, I also look at them thinking of all the fun things I could do with them instead of letting the sit empty for half the year. There are so many fun creative things you can do with a simple mason jar, all of which you can do yourself which is even better! The next best part is most of these ideas you can do fairly inexpensively and who doesn't love a fabulous yet thrifty project to spice up their home! First and for most my favorite thing to do is fill my mason jars with yummy homemade blackberry nectarine jam but then again who doesn't love a nice jar of jam and homemade bread!
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Friday, July 22, 2011
Firt Impressions
When you go in for a job interview or meet someone for the first time, first impressions are everything. You are judge by just a quick glance, a handshake or the first few words out of your mouth. You can never get those moments back so you are always taught to look your best, be confident and make a great first impression. Quite a few people work hard to make the inside of their homes perfect, well designed and full of personality but often make a rookie mistake, forgetting about the front entry. This is the first impression opportunity for you and your home. Is it also just as well put together as the inside of your home? Does it express your personality or is it boring and full of dead leaves and spider webs? Your front door can speak volumes and is just as important as the interior. So, what is your front door saying about you?
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Saturday, July 16, 2011
Kitchen Cabinets, Light or Dark?
I must admit, I used to hate white cabinets! Well, hate may be too strong of a word but I definitely always chose darker cabinets over light anytime of the week. But now, I actually, if I dare say, really like white cabinets...if they are done right that is. So now I have crossed over to "the other side" however, a nice dark cabinet will probably always be my favorite! So what kind of kitchen cabinet do you fancy? A nice light, clean airy feel or a bit darker, rich look?
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