Your sheets don't have to match the rest of your bedding, exactly... Mix it up!
When in doubt with color, use nature as inspiration
Check out your local art museum store for unique decorating finds
Crumbling a little bit of feta cheese on your store bought pizza can make a ginormous taste difference!
Look for appliances (small and large) that can be as interesting to look at as they are functional
Small rooms can feel grand if you use scale appropriately. Large pieces... less of them... then layer
Reading lamps can be as interesting as what you're reading... maybe even more so
Vintage luggage can make for great side tables
Layer art/photos on a bookshelf or mantle for added interest
Drape heavy linen or muslin fabric over an ugly sofa and let it pool to the floor... a quick, chic upholstery solution
A large print or solid canvas above a bed can act as a simple substitute for a headboard
Two smaller coffee tables instead of one can break up the heaviness in a room
Hanging inexpensive pictures on a grid makes them feel like pricey art
Lighting at different levels on side tables, walls, buffet, etc. can make a room look warmer
White walls can be a great backdrop for adventures in color with everything else
Use clear spice jars to organize small office supplies
Re-use old bracelets as napkin rings
Check out your local salvage yard for inspiration and unusual remodeling finds.
Grouping different styled plates together make for great wall decor.
Add a storage ottoman at the foot of the bed in guest room.
Store bought cake? Shave some fine dark choc. on top for personal touch.
Use mismatched, inexpensive water/juice glasses as votive holders.
Taper candle too narrow? Wrap base with tape. Too thick? Shave it with peeler.
Inexpensive tea towels with interesting patterns can make for great pillow cases.
Enlarge old/vintage stamps or letters, frame and hang.
Bread a bit stale? Make breadcrumbs or croutons!
Make your own salad dressing. Easy, Healthy, Cost-Effective!
Always test a small area before cleaning leather with any solvent.
A great snickerdoodle cookie can make bad coffee taste better.
Adding a mantle or shelf to fireplace? GO BIG! It adds instant visual impact.
When remodeling, don't skimp on windows and doors. They add so much to the style and value of your home.
Marchesa Boccella roses are one of the easiest to grow and have a sweet fragrance.
Shutters are a great way to add character to the front of your home.
Add a punch of color to your front door. Great way to boost a neutral house palette.
Crisp white kitchen cabinets never go out of style and blend beautifully with almost all surfaces.
Go big in a small room for a larger feel.
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Group small collectibles for instant impact. Less Clutter-More Style.
Use maps instead of wall paper as decor solution for pantries, closets, craft rooms...
Orange isn't just for Fall. It's a great color to liven up any room. Accessorize with it!
Paint old, run down, dark wood pieces a fresh new color for a contemporary yet classic look.
Dijon Mustard-brush your grilled fish with it, add to salad dressing, mix into cold pasta salad.
Look for interesting images from vintage magazines or books at flea markets. Frame and display.
Bring art into a kitchen. Use inexpensive posters or prints since heat can damage fine artwork.
Mix traditional style with industrial elements for an eclectic look.
Make the backsplash impactful - go all the way up with it.
The new bunk-bed style sofas are coming... double your seating without taking up space - it's awesome! Happy April Fool's Day!
A little touch of yellow can brighten any room!
Find new uses for everyday or discarded objects.
Chalk boards become interesting and practical decor.
A collection of rocks, shells, or sand in clear vessels is a simple and inexpensive way to add natural / textural elements to a room.
A simple stack of magazines or hard covered books near a side chair make for an interesting place to rest your drink
Light bulbs not only can save you energy, they can add style!
Use colorful accessories in groupings to bring impact to a neutral room.
Browns can make any style or a mix of styles work together.
Find new ways to see your outdoor spaces. Use what you know about inside your home outside!
Make storage interesting, practical and stylish!
Trying to bring some unity to all your unframed artwork? Use black museum frames and fill a wall with framed art for instant impact.
Use bright, bold color to turn an uninspiring boxy room more stylish and interesting.
A small house entry can be show stopping with simple floating shelves, colorful storage boxes and artwork.
Add texture and add greatness to any room or situation.
Crisp your greens by soaking in a large bowl of cold water for a few minutes.
Carve out a nook in a living space with fabric and a simple curtain rod.
A round dining table in a small dining room makes most of space.
Pillar candles of various heights inside a non-working fireplace make for a great look.
Oregano and basil are the easiest herbs to grow indoors.
Buy yourself some fresh flowers. They give any room an instant makeover.
Re-Think your style. You're probably more than only one style. Use it!
Make your favorite color even more alluring with bold choices.
Serve it with style-Even store bought meals can become special with the right serve ware.
Bring in architectural elements to soften foliage for added garden interest.
Think of gray as a possible new neutral for you in your decorating.
Cedar wood blocks or chips in dresser drawers keep them fresh.
Warm up an all modern kitchen with color and vintage touches.
Keep dining room from looking too formal and heavy by adding different style chairs to table. Mix styles/Add comfort.
You can mix large / open patterns with tight / dense ones when they are unified by a similar color palette.
Choose contrasting materials or hues when hanging both curtains and shades on windows.
Hang art in your office. It breaks up the formality and adds some energy to the room.
Chocolate liqueur and ruby port are the perfect pair
Too much floral pattern in a room? Add black in furniture or accessories
Furniture in a kitchen can make it look original and inviting
Succulents are simple, long lasting and a great table centerpiece
No molding? Paint a border around doors, windows, and ceiling
Pair canned tomatoes with olive oil for great pasta sauce base
Eyeing waaay too expensive fabrics or wall paper? Buy just a little and frame it!
Check out your farmer's market for great deals and fresh local foods
A see-through coffee table can make a small room feel larger
Low furnishings can help to create a lounge-y feel
Always make a realistic budget when starting a project
Start a design / inspiration file - it is the perfect go-to place when you are ready to start a project
The best tea flavor can be delivered from the leaves not the tea bag... try loose leaves.
Keep colors muted, soothing and cohesive in bedrooms.
When in doubt, chocolate is always the best way to go.
A marble countertop/slab is best for kneading dough and rolling out pastries.
A mix of a great Parmigiano-Reggiano & Pecorino Romano cheeses make for the perfect pasta topping.
Plain water and a microfiber mop can be the best and easiest way to clean hardwood floors.
Soapstone and engineered stone countertops are very durable and require minimal maintenance.
Break tradition. If you're serving chicken, especially with a red sauce, try a Pinot Noir or even a Merlot.
Try to avoid carpeting if you are an allergy sufferer, especially in bedrooms.
Semi or High Gloss paints are best for kitchens & baths. A satin finish is great for a kid's room.
