Recent Home Blog | Design Styles PostsLooking for Change in the Kitchen, Bedroom, Bath, or Hall? Go Vintageby Sherry Holetzky05 May 2007 07:27 AMVintage decorating is a great idea for adding charm to your home. Vintage or vintage-look fabrics and other items can go a long way toward adding softness, a bit of nostalgia, and a sense of comfort to various spaces. Home Trends-What's In and What's Outby Michele Cheplic23 Feb 2007 02:07 PMI'm used to writing about what's "in" and "out" in the world of fashion, but I've decided to apply the same concept here in the HOME blog. I was inspired to do so after visiting a friend's home and hearing her ask me if I thought her new granite countertops would ever "go out of style. Exceptions to Design Rulesby Sherry Holetzky19 Feb 2007 06:15 AMThere are so many design rules, who can keep track? This works, that doesn't, and sometimes things that should work won't, or things that shouldn't work will. There are some common guidelines that many people follow, but for every design rule, there is at least one exception. Do You Like Vintage?by Sherry Holetzky11 Feb 2007 06:43 AMWhat do you think of vintage décor? Do you like the look of hand-sewn quilts and crocheted Afghans? Do you like the colors reminiscent of another time? Maybe you picture a vintage theme room filled with old Coca-Cola collectibles and memorabilia. Americana and Antiquesby Sherry Holetzky09 Feb 2007 06:06 AMThe Americana theme often injects traditional, rustic, antique, and country elements along with muted shades of red, white, and blue. These colors are usually toned down a bit from the vivid colors found in the American flag, and they are given an aged feel. Simple Elegance: 2007 Trend in Home Decoratingby Sherry Holetzky03 Jan 2007 12:36 PMIf you would like to read more about the top ten trends in furniture this year, you can see what Candice Olson of Divine Design has to say HERE. "Simple Yet Elegant" was listed as number seven, but Ms. Olson stated that this is the mantra for décor in 2007. How Do You Feel about Design Styles?by Sherry Holetzky20 Dec 2006 09:18 AMDo you love a particular design style or perhaps more than one? Maybe, instead of being steeped in stringent design you're wondering what all the fuss is about. The latter seems to be a trend, and strict design rules no longer seem to be dictating the look and feel of most homes. Going Green-Part 1: What is A Green Home?by Michele Cheplic24 Sep 2006 11:59 PMWhen my friend asked me if I would like to tour a "green house" with her I gave her a puzzled look. After all, she knew I was in the midst of winterizing my yard. Then I thought perhaps she wanted to spruce up her home with some potted plants so I agreed. 5 Quick Tips to Dress Up Any Roomby Gillian Markson28 Aug 2006 11:16 AM1. Clean Regularly No matter which room you are dealing with, the best way to ensure that the space feels dressy and presentable is to keep it clean. Develop a cleaning schedule that will facilitate frequent cleaning. It is always easier to clean as you go than to save all of the work for one day. Taste and Style are Two Different Thingsby Sherry Holetzky21 Jul 2006 07:27 AMLooking at some high price tag designer rooms, makes it clear to me that there is a big difference between taste and style. It's similar to when you see a person that is way past his or her prime, wearing the "in" fashions despite the fact that the clothing is as far from flattering as it can be. Recent Blog Comments Nobleman2003 says... "First lets Passion fruit is cute and i don't blame any couple for trying this...however you need to know something very important." |
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