tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-49304292887480183982024-03-12T21:32:49.288-07:00weltbuntAnonymoushttp://www.blogger.com/profile/01322971904164162900noreply@blogger.comBlogger550125tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-4930429288748018398.post-54182228680653625322015-01-29T12:18:00.000-08:002015-10-20T18:31:12.236-07:00How to Arrange Furniture: No-Fail TricksFurniture Arranging Made EasyNo matter if your rooms are big or small, having the right furniture arrangement will make them more enjoyable.Check out these layout examples, plus tricks for living rooms, family rooms, bedrooms, and dining rooms.Face the ViewIf your living room doesn't have a fireplace, orient seating so it takes advantage of whatever view your room has to offer, whether it's a TV Anonymoushttp://www.blogger.com/profile/01322971904164162900noreply@blogger.com1tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-4930429288748018398.post-72996981478983874132015-01-29T12:00:00.000-08:002015-10-20T18:31:12.251-07:00Easy Home Decor Crafts and ProjectsShelf PizzazzUpgrade basic white floating shelves with pretty hardware. We spray-painted our shelf supports a pretty pink. Another must-try shelf project? Turn an old drawer into a box shelf (next to chair) with a little paint, a divider, and hanging hardware.Framed UpEven if the art inside a frame isn't your style, a pretty frame is still a secondhand score. Round up a series of pretty frames, Anonymoushttp://www.blogger.com/profile/01322971904164162900noreply@blogger.com0tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-4930429288748018398.post-22401481409850346982015-01-29T11:50:00.000-08:002015-10-20T18:31:12.267-07:00DIY Paint Projects for Your HomePuffy Paint PillowFake an embroidered look with puffy paint. To make a painted pillow like this one, trace a favorite shape on contact paper. Cut it out, and press the paper to a solid-color pillow. With a light touch, apply puffy paint dots around the outside of the design. Allow the paint to dry for three hours and then remove the contact paper. The puffy paint dots will look like embroidered Anonymoushttp://www.blogger.com/profile/01322971904164162900noreply@blogger.com0tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-4930429288748018398.post-37886894590035695612015-01-29T11:35:00.000-08:002015-10-20T18:31:12.281-07:00Dream DecksMake it Wonderful with WaterUse a fountain to soften the noise of a busy street or to create a soothing background sound. It's easy to add a water feature to your deck. Tuck small fountains in corners where they'll be out of the way or use a bolder, built-in piece as a dramatic focal point.Blur the EdgesGrow perennials, shrubs, or small trees at one end of your deck to create a sense of Anonymoushttp://www.blogger.com/profile/01322971904164162900noreply@blogger.com0tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-4930429288748018398.post-19538750973848135082015-01-29T11:12:00.000-08:002015-10-20T18:31:12.295-07:00Ways to Transform Your Deck + PatioCreate BoundariesGive your patio an edge with a wall of plants. Stagger pots along the perimeter of the patio to create the feeling of a room. A variety of container sizes adds another layer of softness.Add a PergolaUse a pergola to turn your backyard into a private getaway. A shallow pergola design adds both style and structure to this charming deck without taking up much space.Use LevelsA deck Anonymoushttp://www.blogger.com/profile/01322971904164162900noreply@blogger.com0tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-4930429288748018398.post-26599841046800901652015-01-29T11:05:00.000-08:002015-10-20T18:31:12.318-07:00Casual Porch and Patio DiningUnexpected MixA rustic, farm-style table is paired with two white modern chairs and a contemporary outdoor love seat. A cool color palette of wood tones, white, and green make the three pieces work together and the juxtaposition of styles adds visual interest to the dining area. Elegant and EclecticA table topped with chalk paint gives kids a fun drawing surface while corbeled table legs Anonymoushttp://www.blogger.com/profile/01322971904164162900noreply@blogger.com0tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-4930429288748018398.post-84520495075095349602015-01-29T10:55:00.000-08:002015-10-20T18:31:12.331-07:00Fire Pit IdeasA Multi-Tiered Fire PitOne-of-a-kind designs are the hallmarks of 21st-century home style, and that’s true for fire pits, too. This multi-level version has two distinct fire pit areas, one lower than the first. It’s an unusual arrangement but one that complements the sectional seating as well as the oversize paver path.An Unusually Shaped Fire PitFor very narrow landscape spaces, a full circle Anonymoushttp://www.blogger.com/profile/01322971904164162900noreply@blogger.com0tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-4930429288748018398.post-15298690566111391782015-01-29T10:44:00.000-08:002015-10-20T18:31:12.345-07:00Top Ways to Cozy Up Your HomeAdd a Throw BlanketNubby knits are an ideal companion for chilly nights at home with a movie. Plus, they temporarily add seasonal pattern and color to your home.Pile Up PillowsPaired with a warm blanket, pillows become snuggle buddies during on-the-sofa homework help or bill paying. Look for pillows with a lot of texture.Then pile them on the sofa and think about investing in or making larger Anonymoushttp://www.blogger.com/profile/01322971904164162900noreply@blogger.com0tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-4930429288748018398.post-15550403903998363932015-01-29T10:32:00.000-08:002015-10-20T18:31:12.367-07:00White Fireplace IdeasTall OrderBrick laid in a stair-stepped fashion rises from the mantel to the chimney, giving this fireplace architectural presence in an all-white room. The fireplace is flanked by white built-ins and two small windows, and the glossy finish contrasts the weathered finish of the exposed supports and paneling of the walls.Design MixShades of white play an important role in the design of this Anonymoushttp://www.blogger.com/profile/01322971904164162900noreply@blogger.com0tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-4930429288748018398.post-68096738409282008502015-01-29T10:22:00.000-08:002015-10-20T18:31:12.390-07:00Brick Fireplace IdeasCasually CoordinatedA natural brick fireplace surrounded by a classic white mantel draws attention to the simple fireplace in a colorful room. The design of the white mantel echoes the window frames and doorway as well as the grout lines between the brick, giving the room a cohesive design. Similar to the vibe in the rest of the room, the brick on the fireplace gives it a casual tone.Spatial Anonymoushttp://www.blogger.com/profile/01322971904164162900noreply@blogger.com0tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-4930429288748018398.post-73262351262248315052015-01-29T09:51:00.000-08:002015-10-20T18:31:12.403-07:00Refreshed and Improved Living RoomTucked-Away SpaceShifting the furniture back so the sofa is against the wall, and positioning the chairs so they're across from it make the room seem bigger and open up space for passing from one room to another. A colorful rug and light celadon walls balance a sense of calm with splashes of color and give the room a cozy, cheery feel. Throughout the room, zingy raspberry and yellow warm up the Anonymoushttp://www.blogger.com/profile/01322971904164162900noreply@blogger.com0tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-4930429288748018398.post-84701034010669158442015-01-29T09:44:00.000-08:002015-10-20T18:31:12.416-07:00Living Room Color Ideas: NeutralPerfectly BlendedMix cool neutrals, such as silvery blues and grays, with warmer browns and tans to create cheerfully pleasing living room designs. Though used minimally, pretty blue accents appear as unfussy patterns that contribute water-music notes, which subtly further this room's nautical leanings and counterbalance the room's weightier brown furnishings and architectural details.Neutral as Anonymoushttp://www.blogger.com/profile/01322971904164162900noreply@blogger.com0tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-4930429288748018398.post-666895845580906392015-01-29T09:29:00.000-08:002015-10-20T18:31:12.429-07:00Living Room Color SchemesEveryday MoroccanKelly Green + Brick Red + Earthy BrownsA fearless combination of colors and design styles gives this family-friendly living room its edge. The Moroccan-inspired diamond print of the pillows on the window seats and the green chair serves as the jumping-off point for the room's color scheme. It guides the selection of the other pillows, curtains, and accent furniture, such as the Anonymoushttp://www.blogger.com/profile/01322971904164162900noreply@blogger.com0tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-4930429288748018398.post-45262820468772410212015-01-29T09:10:00.000-08:002015-10-20T18:31:12.444-07:00Top Organizing Tips for ClosetsClean Up and Clear OutPlan a closet makeover by measuring your current closet to determine hanging requirements and storage needs. Next, you'll need to clear everything out of the closet so the new system can be installed. This is a good time to go through items you can no longer use and donate them to charity.Closet SystemsCloset systems can help you make the most of the space you have. Here, Anonymoushttp://www.blogger.com/profile/01322971904164162900noreply@blogger.com0tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-4930429288748018398.post-47680293587206091792015-01-29T08:51:00.000-08:002015-10-20T18:31:12.492-07:00Furniture ProjectsFabric-Covered HeadboardYou can get a new headboard without replacing your old one. This simple project outfits an old wood headboard with a tension shower curtain rod as the base for a new padded fabric slipcover.Coffee Table Spruce-UpContemporary color and pattern help offset this table's traditional lines. Clean and dry the surface, then sand with 400-grit sandpaper. Wipe with a tack cloth; Anonymoushttp://www.blogger.com/profile/01322971904164162900noreply@blogger.com0tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-4930429288748018398.post-8068745892462758992015-01-29T06:59:00.000-08:002015-10-20T18:31:12.508-07:00Declutter in Less TimeDeclutter Your Kitchen CabinetsIf you have 5 minutes: Simply straighten the insides of your most disorganized or most frequently accessed cabinets and drawers. Bringing order to the things you use most often will make daily routines easier.If you have 10 minutes: Spend a little time doing the organizational tasks you always think about when you're cooking but don't have time to do in the moment, Anonymoushttp://www.blogger.com/profile/01322971904164162900noreply@blogger.com0tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-4930429288748018398.post-60754687097164994482015-01-29T06:43:00.000-08:002015-10-20T18:31:12.524-07:00Blue Bathroom Design IdeasSoothing Blue BathWalls of sky blue glass subway tiles give off the reflective qualities of water in this simple bathroom. A freestanding white tub with a sleek gooseneck tub faucet offers a quiet place to soak, while a contemporary pendant light is an unexpected touch. The bright turquoise-painted rattan stool adds a touch of whimsy.Pale Blue BathroomAlthough the overall look of the room is Anonymoushttp://www.blogger.com/profile/01322971904164162900noreply@blogger.com0tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-4930429288748018398.post-14476518933761885882015-01-29T06:29:00.000-08:002015-10-20T18:31:12.537-07:00High-Impact Decorating IdeasHang It UpA freestanding coatrack provides a space to hang robes and clothes that are prone to ending up on the floor. It’s an especially handy addition to a guest bedroom. With pretty hangers placed on a few of the hooks, guests can have a temporary closet so you can keep the real one to yourself.Layer It OnLayers keep a room from being one-note. Prop framed pictures or mirrors against a wall, Anonymoushttp://www.blogger.com/profile/01322971904164162900noreply@blogger.com0tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-4930429288748018398.post-81411700406368923542015-01-29T06:04:00.000-08:002015-10-20T18:31:12.550-07:00Quick and Easy Decorating Tricks That Will Save YouSlipcoversSoften a dining room set by slipcovering the chairs at the heads of the table. The most time-consuming part of this makeover? Giving the slipcovers a good ironing before dressing your chairs.Entryway Spruce-UpIt's the first thing people see when they enter your home, so make it memorable. Create a vignette with a console table and a few accessories and don't forget to add in wall Anonymoushttp://www.blogger.com/profile/01322971904164162900noreply@blogger.com0tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-4930429288748018398.post-9920138020867326162015-01-28T13:25:00.000-08:002015-10-20T18:31:12.563-07:00Weekend Projects Under $20Replace a Window TreatmentHas the window shade above your kitchen sink been marred by repeated exposure to splashes and cooking liquids? Replace a stained window covering with an inexpensive fabric treatment and see your kitchen in a whole new light.Tackle TrimworkYou might not be able to install new trimwork in your home for $20, but you can make improvements to what you already have. Replace Anonymoushttp://www.blogger.com/profile/01322971904164162900noreply@blogger.com0tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-4930429288748018398.post-91759797565471338012015-01-28T13:14:00.000-08:002015-10-20T18:31:12.577-07:00Organize Now: Simple Weekend ProjectsTable StorageWhat it is: A storage-filled, flea market-style coffee table that's both decorative and practical.How to make it: Create this storage-filled table by topping four vintage produce bins with an old tabletop and resting everything on a plywood slab outfitted with casters.Pocket ProtectorWhat it is: Magazine pockets for organizing stacks of periodicals.How to make it: Cover a piece of Anonymoushttp://www.blogger.com/profile/01322971904164162900noreply@blogger.com0tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-4930429288748018398.post-32087685671968847302015-01-28T13:02:00.000-08:002015-10-20T18:31:12.591-07:00Expert Tips for a Well-Lit HomeAdd DramaWhether you want to highlight the fireplace, a painting, or your new French doors, use accent lights to focus attention on important elements. Find ways to incorporate uplighting, rather than downlighting, for a softer effect. To emphasize a wood-beam ceiling, add wall-mount sconces, hide spotlights behind furniture, or place rope lights on a ledge around the room's perimeter to create aAnonymoushttp://www.blogger.com/profile/01322971904164162900noreply@blogger.com0tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-4930429288748018398.post-47630042568116234212015-01-28T12:38:00.000-08:002015-10-20T18:31:12.603-07:00Easy Tips for Decorating a Christmas TreeGive Your Christmas Tree a Contemporary UpdateContemporary Christmas decorating schemes often allow the natural beauty of the tree to stand out. This tree skips the lights in favor of bright, clean-lined elements, including wooden birds and balls, as well as a paper garland that mimics the modern shapes.Use Christmas Lights to Accent a TreeLights are one of the best ways to decorate a Christmas Anonymoushttp://www.blogger.com/profile/01322971904164162900noreply@blogger.com0tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-4930429288748018398.post-65223964832685614772015-01-28T12:25:00.000-08:002015-10-20T18:31:12.616-07:00Quirky Cottage MakeoverPortrait GalleryJust inside the door, a throng of painted portraits greets guests. The burnished-gold entryway wall color gives the paintings an intensely hued backdrop; many of the paints throughout the house come from a historical collection from Benjamin Moore.Inviting MoodWith a rich color scheme and quirky collectibles, the cottage brims with charming surprises. Goldenrod yellow walls, Anonymoushttp://www.blogger.com/profile/01322971904164162900noreply@blogger.com0tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-4930429288748018398.post-45701439007261477552015-01-28T12:10:00.000-08:002015-10-20T18:31:12.629-07:00Storage Problems (and How to Solve Them!)Problem: Buried TabletopSolution: Kick paper pileups to the curb with functional furniture. Instead of piling reading materials on top of table surfaces, invest in a coffee table with drawers that will keep magazines, photos, and newspapers orderly.Problem: Shoe PileupSolution: Stop tripping over piles of shoes once and for all by enlisting the help of a shoe rack for often-used footwear. Here, aAnonymoushttp://www.blogger.com/profile/01322971904164162900noreply@blogger.com0