Turquoise + Red

I’ve been pondering turquoise and red as a pairing. Together, they are a brave duo that livens up any boring space.     It’s beach meets Manhattan, casual meets chic.         It’s got a mildly retro vibe, but is...

IKEA and a New Prize Give-a-Way!

Last week I got to do a little shopping at the IKEA in Cincinatti.  I bought some gifts for the ole gift closet and some staging props for my business.  And a little something for one lucky reader.   But we’ll talk about that later.  First I want to share some...

Woodgrain Decor

You can call it fake woodgrain or you can call it faux bois (that’s French for false wood).  Whatever you call it,  it’s a fun decorating trend. Now, I’m not talking fake woodgrain that is trying to fool you into thinking it’s actual wood.  If...

Making an Entry

A while back, I blogged about decorating the foyer or entry to your home.   But what if you don’t really have a true foyer or formal entry to your home?  How do you create a sense of entry when your architecture doesn’t give you a headstart?     Some of us...

A Fresh Take on Yellow and Blue Decorating

Yellow and blue are a classic color combination.  In the 1990’s, the combo was a butter yellow and a darker blue (like that in Wedgwood china).  Those shades together are still lovely, but how about an updated version?  A fresh take on yellow and blue looks more...
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