Mohawk Homescapes

How to Reupholster Parsons Chairs

I’ve had these dining room chairs for ages. But I wanted my dining room to be more gray than brown. I didn’t have money in the budget for new chairs, so I decided to recover them. I couldn’t believe how easy it was! In an afternoon, my chairs went from brown paisley, above, to this: …

Modern Mirrors: Get the Look

One of my favorite go-to decor pieces when I pull together a room is a good mirror.   They allow light to move around a room, visually expand your spaces, and can add some serious style all at once.  Traditional mirrors are easy to find and a safe choice when designing rooms in your home.  But …

Happy Nat’l Banana Split Day!

If you’ve ever read those National Day calendars, you know that there is literally a “day” for everything. Well, August 25th is National Banana Split Day. You might be thinking to yourself, why would an entire National Day be given to banana splits? With Labor Day and Back to School upon us, I can think …

Easy Dorm Room Decor: Memory Board

Starting your first semester of college and still not sure how to decorate your room? Dorm rooms are never fancy, and the walls definitely seem like they’re caving in. On top of that, you’re already feeling nostalgic about leaving home, friends and fam behind. No worries, we’re here to help with some easy decor ideas …

Color Showcase: Green

Green is always a popular color in home decor. It evokes feelings of happiness, calm, and good luck. It reminds us of nature and allows us to bring the outdoors in. Today I’m going to show you some ways to use green in your decor. With a light green, like mint green or sage, you …

Dorm Room Must-Haves

August is upon us and that mean back to school (ready or not!).   If you have a child (or are yourself) headed off to college this fall, prepping for that big move can be overwhelming.  What do you need to make your dorm space comfortable, functional, and stylish?  You’re in luck because there are more …

Six Must-Have Power Tools

Whether you’re handy or just wish you were, having the right power tools can make all the difference! The right tools can turn a nightmare project into a breeze, save time and create a more beautiful end result, no matter the project. Check out these six must-have power tools to start your stash! 1. Jig …

Healthy Summer Guacamole

 Tis’ the season for healthy eating! Summertime is all about feeling and looking great and what better way to do this than to mix up an easy, delicious snack to curb those unhealthy cravings.   Meet guacamole … your new favorite warm-weather snack. Not only is it super yummy, the avocado itself has numerous health …

Bring the Beach Into Your Home

Who doesn’t love the beach during the summertime?  Not all of us are fortunate enough to put our toes in the sand on a regular basis, but what if you could inject some of that beach feeling into your home?  It’s simpler than you might think to bring a little of that fabulous beach vacation …

The Gourmet Kitchen

When you think about a gourmet kitchen, do you think about a kitchen like this? Or this? Of course, not all of us have that kind of budget! Here are some ways to create a gourmet kitchen in your home without a major renovation. Lighting Good lighting is key in a gourmet kitchen. If you …

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