If you live in or have visited the deep South, you may have noticed a popular color on historic houses called Haint Blue. source You'll will find these blue and green tints on windowsills, mullions, shutters, doors, and/or porch ceilings of many historic...
All the Rage: Annie Sloan’s Chalk Paint
You've heard about Annie Sloan's infamous chalk paint, right? I guess The Decorologist gets around, because a few weeks ago their PR person was kind enough to send me a "starter kit" to experiment with! Annie Sloan Chalk Paint They must have heard I have a ton of...
Something To Talk About in the Loo
This modern little powder room was previously a vicious red - my client thinks it was called "Satan Red." I haven't been able to find a paint named that, but she swears that's what it was named when it was painted a decade ago! Well, now it's painted a much...
Stairways to Heaven
I've been struggling with writing a post for today. When tragedies occur in the lives of people you care about, discussions about decorating your house feel a bit shallow. I was looking through my pictures for ideas, and remembered I'd been collecting images lately...
What To Hang Over Oddly-Shaped Furniture
Have you ever had this problem? You have a piece of furniture or headboard or something in your home that needs "something" over it, but you have no idea what to hang on the wall above it? Beautiful View from the Front of My Client's Home This was the dilemma in...
The Question Is: Who Are You Willing to Disappoint?
I attended an amazing blogging conference here in Nashville last weekend at Opryland Gaylord Hotel. This is the 5th year of Blissdom, an annual event that celebrates and encourages women to pursue their dreams. The opening keynote speaker was Jon Acuff, author...
Are You Living In Color?
Do you love color, but are afraid to use too much of it in your home? Are you scared that it'll be too chaotic, or make you feel out of control? The makeover I am sharing today involved an adjoining living room and dining room. The dining room was already...
Your Drywall is Like Hamburger, But Your Trim is Like Steak
You wouldn't put ketchup on your steak, now would you? That would be treating it like a hamburger. When you paint your architectural trim like drywall, it's like putting ketchup on a steak. It cheapens it - takes it for granted. Here's an example: this is a...
Decorating with Old, Worn-Out Books: A Tutorial
Guess what I did? I made a little movie for you! Hope you enjoy:
The Decorologist Is Now Offering in Nashville: Professional Organizing Services
I'm thrilled to announce that we will now be offering Professional Organizing as one of the services provided here at The Decorologist! My recent (and ongoing) experience with a professional organizer has rocked my world and convinced me that home organization is a...
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