Mood Board – Fresh Farmhouse Finds
The eclectic farmhouse style takes us back to a simpler time when folks watched the sun instead of a clock and a hard day’s work was rewarded with a home-cooked meal and good night’s rest. The style is homey and comforting, a blend of unpretentious materials that have their own timeworn artistry. Furniture and fixtures …
How to Choose an Area Rug in Pantone’s 2017 Color of the Year
Why wait for spring to freshen up your home? You can let in the sunshine now and any time of day by adding a splash of Greenery, the newest must-have color. Pantone’s color of 2017 is a vibrant yellow green with an outdoorsy vitality. Designers are calling it zesty, fresh and symbolic of nature’s splendor. …
Six Ways to Glam Up a Tired Bathroom
Does your tired bathroom need a boost of glam? I have two bathrooms in my house that could use an injection of glam, but my budget will not allow a full blown renovation. So I scoured the internet and came up with six ways I could glam up my tired bathrooms. Add a sophisticated color …
Trend Watch: Blue Florals
Have you ever noticed that trends tend to reinvent themselves and come back around years — even decades — later? One such trend to keep an eye on in the months ahead is the resurgence of blue florals. And these are not your blue floral patterns from the 80s! They are fresh, re-imagined, and ready …
Transforming Your Basement Into Usable Space
It seems I’m always on the hunt for more usable space in my home. I know I have plenty of square footage, but lack useful space for our lifestyle. Turns out our basement space is a great option for capturing existing square footage for specific functions. And while a full remodel/finishing job is not an …
Sophisticated and Serene Bathrooms: Simple Tips
The fall schedule is kicking into high gear now and I’m longing for a calming retreat from it all! What better place to provide sanctuary than a sophisticated and serene bathroom? When I poke around on Pinterest, that look can seem out of reach short of an entire bathroom remodel. But when I examine my …
Keys to Finding the Perfect Christmas Tree
Last minute shoppers and tree hunters, never fear—there is still time to find the perfect tree to light up your home this Christmas! If you have chosen to go all natural this year instead of purchasing a pre-lit artificial tree, there are some important things you should consider when taking your pick at the farm. …
Back-to-School Rugs!
It’s the start of a brand new school year and that only means one thing: It’s time to recreate your classroom with a splash of bright and vibrant colors! Although there are many things you can do to redesign your classroom, the addition of a new rug can be a centerpiece that can change the …
Choosing Upholstery Fabric for a Couch
A couch is a key ingredient in a comfortable family or living room. The couch is where everyone congregates to watch TV, takes naps, reads, and hangs out. So, the couch needs to ground the room. How do you choose upholstery for a couch? Today, I’m going to show you some ideas. As a general rule, …
Children’s Play Room Overhaul with Mohawk Home
We are in the process of doing some updates at our church, which was originally established in 1835 but destroyed by a fire in 1955. The church was rebuilt and held services within a year of the fire. Fast forward to today, and we are in need of some dire decor updates. We have added air …