Some people are pretty in tune with their color preferences, while others, not so much. Most people tend to stick with common color themes throughout their home, wardrobe and accessories. For example, I know that when I shop I tend to gravitate towards turquoise, pinks, browns, blacks and greens. Take a look around your home and see if you can spot a color trend. What are the colors you … [Read more...]
Color Choices: Turquoise and Yellow
A turquoise and yellow pallet will give any room a festive island feel. Check out this slide show for inspiration on how to incorporate these colors into your home to create a fresh and tropical feel. Slide Show … [Read more...]
Paints That Could Kill- Stories From History
I thought I loved history before I married Mr. Sthole, but I didn't realize until then that I just had a slight interest in it. Over the last few years I've been trying to keep up with him and have discovered the love I thought I had before. Here are some interesting stories about paint choices in history including Gen. George Washington's green dining room. Full Article … [Read more...]
Inspiration- Using Pale Pink
I love pink. It's probably my favorite color. I used to hate it, but of course, then, I hated all things girl-ish. Mr. Sthole refuses to let me use any pink around the house in the common areas (what a party pooper huh!?). Because of this I have probably gone over board in our girls' rooms. I have used a combination of Barbie pink and pale pink coupled with purple, blue, green, orange, white … [Read more...]
How To- Living With White
Some people love white, however not all of us do. We would all love to own our homes some day but for some it just isn't possible. If you're living in a space where you're unable to change the color of the walls, floors, ect you have to learn how to live with white walls. This article shows you how to use white to your advantage whether you're in love with the clean crisp aspect of it or you … [Read more...]
2013- Incorporating Emerald Green
As many of you know now, because of our recent articles and articles posted by other sites, the interior color of the year is emerald green. But how do you incorporate these new trends and look like you’re keeping up with all the latest without spending a ton of dough? Paint an accent wall in your entry way, powder room or in the kitchen. You can also paint the backs of tall bookshelves, the … [Read more...]
Inspiration- 20 Colorful Bedrooms
Decorating your bedroom can be one of the most exciting tasks, and one of the most difficult. You have to find that balance between stylish, comforting, soothing and-if you're married- romantic. In a child's room it's sometimes hard to find a way to make it interesting without being so busy that they can't fall asleep. Here is a slide show of 20 different bedrooms that hopefully you can pull … [Read more...]