New Colours for Summer 1: Clay
June 13, 2011 by Helen Green · View Comments
One colour which will always go well with any room in the house has to be clay. Clay colour is actually more of an ‘off-white’ and creates a contemporary and simplistic approach to any room.
A really good room for you to start with your clay colour ideas is the bedroom. Firstly, because clay is such [...]
How to Add the ‘WOW’ Factor to your Home 5: With Key-Pieces
June 3, 2011 by Helen Green · View Comments
Adding those little extra touches to a room is very important to finish it off and give it a look of completion. It is important to consider all the different accessories that you will need to purchase these include pillows, rugs and any other extras that can make a room will look complete.
The internet is [...]
Seasonal Style 2: In Your Bedroom
May 10, 2011 by Helen Green · View Comments
If you are currently considering decorating your bedroom, then there are many things that you will need to think about, in creating a style that is warm and welcoming. One of the things that perhaps many people overlook is their personality, and how your personality can be reflected in the design and style of your [...]
Give Your Home the Vintage Feel 2: In the Guest Room
April 19, 2011 by Helen Green · View Comments
If you are thinking of decorating your guest room or spare room perhaps you’re looking for a theme or maybe you just want to create a mood that is calm and welcoming but at the same time functional. There is a very popular trend at the moment to decorating bedrooms with a vintage style of [...]
Living Room Decorating Trends 1: Inexpensive Décor Fixes
March 28, 2011 by Helen Green · View Comments
If you have a limited budget, there are some decorating trends you can take advantage of to give your décor an updated look. You might already have many items lying around your home or there might be some simple ideas you can implement to freshen up the look of your living room and add interest [...]
Simple Decorating Ideas 2: Making Windows Appear Larger
March 15, 2011 by Helen Green · View Comments
Do you find the idea of decorating your home to be overwhelming? Many people look around their home and wish they could bring it all together in that ‘magazine’ like look, only to find clutter and chaos instead. Here are some simple decorating ideas that can help you bring order out of chaos and give [...]
Bedroom Decorating Ideas 4: Guest Rooms
February 10, 2011 by Helen Green · View Comments
Guest rooms are always a dilemma and if you’re not careful can become a room which is devoid of any real purpose or meaning. Guest rooms in your home should be friendly, welcoming bedrooms. You want to leave a good impression on the guests who spend the night or a couple of days over at [...]
Pondering Over Pastels 6: Pastel Greens
January 30, 2011 by Helen Green · View Comments
This week has been all about decorating the home with pastel colours and we have looked at every colour family but one – green. Pastel greens are one of the most soothing of the bunch and are a popular choice in bedrooms and bathrooms. If you like to live with soft colours and have a [...]
Beginner’s Fabric Guide 5 Suede
January 7, 2011 by Helen Green · View Comments
We have another textile in part five of our beginner’s fabric guide, so we have more design inspiration to report too! Suede is by no means new on the scene – but it has been seeing a rise in popularity of late; we thought it was time to dig up the dirty on suede. Suede [...]
Snug As A Bug In A Rug 6: Engaging Entrance Ways
December 18, 2010 by Helen Green · View Comments
I know we hark on about how the entrance way should be welcoming and impressive to guests, but really and truly it should be what matters to you as a home owner when choosing its décor. If you are anything like me, you appreciate the entrance way and halls to be as warm and cosy [...]
