Abode Decorating Tip; Making Use of a Little Used Room

It is that time of the year again. We are moving into the colder months. Everyone is back to the mundane days of fall and, unless you live down south, you are beginning to miss spending time with friends, going to the beach, and outdoors entertaining. The holidays are on their way and soon we … Continue reading Abode Decorating Tip; Making Use of a Little Used Room

First Abode or Downsizing: Tips for Decorating a Smaller Space

You have landed your first job and are venturing out to move into your very own abode. The kids are gone and the house is too big so it is time to downsize to a more manageable, but tinier, abode. The one main problem, how do you fit everything that you have accumulated and want … Continue reading First Abode or Downsizing: Tips for Decorating a Smaller Space

Area Rugs to Enhance Your Abode’s Decor

Area Rugs can put a finishing touch to your Abode décor, but can be costly. Remember the best quality material is wool, followed by nylon. You can read more about the types and materials of yarn and weave in my examiner articles, Flooring for Your Abode, Part Three ‘A’ and Part Three ‘B’. You can … Continue reading Area Rugs to Enhance Your Abode’s Decor

Accessorizing the Abode’s Décor

When getting dressed we know that the outfit is not complete without the perfect accessory. Sometimes we are in business mode making sure we are wearing the appropriate shoes. At night we might go with funky necklaces to tie our outfits together. Perhaps it is a dreary day and a bright tie and hanky will … Continue reading Accessorizing the Abode’s Décor

Interior Design Tips to Help You Furnish Your Space

After you have planned out on paper what you would like your space to look like (check out my previous post on Floor Planning), it is time to go shopping. Do not be afraid to browse the stores. Remember to be confidant and completely happy in your purchases. Just as in a car salesroom, do … Continue reading Interior Design Tips to Help You Furnish Your Space

Decorating with How-To Help

You are longing to redecorate the abode but the cost for a total makeover is beyond your budget. Everyone is looking to save these days, whether it is on a new kitchen or a piece of furniture. A fantastic way to cut costs and have fun is to take some do-it-yourself classes. Home Depot is … Continue reading Decorating with How-To Help

Fall 2011 Interior Decorating Trends

Autumn is the time that everyone is looking at the hottest styles. The teens want the newest fashions to wear to school and the home is longing for a little freshening to go with the new season. There are some cool and exciting trends for the fall of 2011. With the world’s economy challenges, the … Continue reading Fall 2011 Interior Decorating Trends

Decorating to Dress up the Bathroom

Everyone dreams of having that beautiful, huge, Master Bath that we see in magazines.  The whirlpool is large and sits in front of a beautiful picture window. His and her vanities are spacious. Everything is in place and shining. We always want what we do not have. Think about how you can make the most … Continue reading Decorating to Dress up the Bathroom

Decorating Tips on Painting Your Home, Inside and Out

First things first when painting is to decide what areas you would like to paint and to pick your colors. You can get some suggestions on the web. Look at sites like Benjamin Moore for some ideas. You can plan a consultation with an Interior Designer, such as weberlifedesign.com, for expert color selection. When painting … Continue reading Decorating Tips on Painting Your Home, Inside and Out

Interior Decorating to accommodate the household

Lifestyles are a very large part of life in the household. Entertaining is important for maintaining relationships. The kids want to have fun while the adults mingle. The abode is now not only a home, but also an office, a school room, a gym, as well as a space to congregate in. The home has … Continue reading Interior Decorating to accommodate the household