A quick way to update an existing lamp shade is to add trim. The addition of gold cord and tassels to this simple red shade makes it more formal and stately. Have fun; there are lots of fabulous, colorful trims you can add to any shade. A hot glue gun is the only tool you need to go from plain to regal or funky! … [Read more...]
Box Office
Anna Quindlen said, “I would be the most content if my children grew up to be the kind of people who think decorating consist of mostly building enough bookshelves.” Although I love books, read every day and collect various works, book shelves aren’t just for holding books. In fact built-in or free standing shelving can solve all sorts of … [Read more...]
Lovely Soaps
Once my Christmas decorations are down and packed away, I’m ready to tackle a new design project. As usual, I want instant design gratification—I want something new right now. The house is rather dull and dark after a month of light, color and holiday spirit everywhere. The easiest, fastest and no cost decorating idea you can do is to replace … [Read more...]
Frosty Delights
Just because Christmas is over doesn’t mean you have to pack away all your decorations. Snowmen and snowflakes are great for the holidays, but they can also brighten your home during the long winter months. I live in a northern climate where we get lots of snow, cold weather and more dark than daylight. Snowmen are the perfect indulgence for … [Read more...]
Christmas Display
The same rules apply to Christmas decorating as those for displaying your everyday collections. Display items in groups of odd numbers Group like items together Collections have a greater impact when placed together Put all your santas or angels together on the coffee table, shelf or mantle instead of spreading them around … [Read more...]