Trays are a decorating staple and offer a lot more than simply a way to carry something. What makes trays of all shapes and sizes a versatile decorating accessory is that they are a fast and affordable way to add style to any room in a variety of ways. Read on and learn a few […] More
Use what you have decorating ideas to refresh your home decor for spring without having to buy anything new or leave your house. Spring arrived last week. I totally missed it and was sad that such a usually happy day for me was so easily forgotten in the midst of what is happening in the […] More
How to make simple slipcovers for dining room chairs using inexpensive neutral fabric with an easy to follow step-by-step photo tutorial. Way back in 1994 I made simple slipcovers for a friend’s dining room chairs. (They are in the upper right in the photo below.) They became a project in my book Instant Decorating. Since […] More
How I added the look of reclaimed barnwood wall paneling in my living room without spending hundred’s of dollars. Over the weekend, Ed helped me make a big change in the living room. I have been letting the room evolve over the 4 years we have lived in the house, but have never been truly […] More
I was going to title this post “Raid Your Decorating Stash”, but decided, “Simply ReStyled” better explains what this post is about. This post is about decorating, which of course I know you enjoy, since you read my blog. XO But not just any decorating… this post is all about the decor YOU own. New […] More
Now that the holidays are over, try this winter home decorating idea to make the most of any room in your home for the winter months. It is time to breathe… the holidays are behind us now. I enjoyed every minute, but am happy to make them a fond memory and start the new year […] More
If you recently put away your holiday decorations and are wondering what you can do to add some life back into your home, I have a few winter decorating ideas that you can easily implement in your own home. This time of year in the decorating world it is all about…RENEWING and RESETTING. These two […] More
Refreshing a bedroom in an hour that will have you and/or overnight guests feel right at home starting with a comfy cozy bed, bedding and small thoughtful touches. Four years ago this month we moved to our house on the lake. It was the best decision as we love where we live and love every […] More
