Rome Table Setting. My tour of Italy for the ACAP fundraiser took me to Rome, a city filled with art, architecture and history. My centerpiece is a collage of picture frames, some with pictures, most without. I thought about how to build this stand for a long time. I made several trips to the garden centers and finally found a vegetable … [Read more...]
How to Decorate a Fireplace Mantle
A question I'm often asked as an interior designer is how to decorate a fireplace mantle. As the focal point of the living room, we orient our furniture around the fireplace even when it's hot outside. There are many ways to decorate it depending on your style and personality. I tend to prefer an asymmetrical balance. I also like to display a … [Read more...]
Painted Accent Walls
Accent walls are a quick and easy way to add color to a room. If you are one of the many homeowners who are afraid of color, introducing a contrasting color to a single wall isn't as scary! How to decide? Choose a hue from a painting or fabric in the room as your accent color. Go bold and bright Look at the color wheel. Go with … [Read more...]
Photograhpy Art
I just discovered two free web-sites that allow you to manipulate and change your photos. I know, I know, they've been around for quite awhile, but I decided to finally try them out. I'm hooked! I downloaded some photos of flowers I took last year and played around with them until I found a combination I really like. I think I just found … [Read more...]
Timeless Elements ~ Hanging Unusual Artwork
To get to my family room, you have to walk through the dining room or kitchen. There is a short wall in the dining room that's part of the walkway. Years ago I found an old painted shelf at a flea market that fits perfectly between the two windows. Over the years I’ve hung a collection of blue plates and a reprint of a painting by Raoul Duffy … [Read more...]