It may sound like magic or something you’d find in a sci-fi novel, but believe it or not there is some science to back up the proposed healing properties of the color blue. Here is what color experts, psychologists and cultural references tell us and a few tips to incorporate it into your home. The anciet Egyptians and Chinese have often practiced chromo-therapy. This is the practice of using … [Read more...]
DIY- Rustic Hanging Pot Rack
A simple and budget friendly hanging pot rack that at first glance makes you think about the rustic decor style, but if you picture it in a antique, traditional, or modern setting you will find that it would fit right in with that crowd as well. There's nothing better than a flexible piece to go in your home. Full Article … [Read more...]
DIY- "Sneaking" Wallpaper Into Your Rental
Sneaky Wallpaper- Video Grab some temporary adhesive and get to work. It's as easy as 1,2,3 and you'll have a great accent wall or back splash that can either be moved or changed as the mood strikes you. Not suggested for the bathroom or any other humid areas. TubConnectionNote- Read the comments! I would suggest the wall mounting tabs that can be found in any store with a home improvement … [Read more...]
Bathroom Face Lift
Check out this cheap and relatively simple upgrade for ugly butterscotch colored tile. While I'm a bigger fan of tile, than linoleum, I'll admit that I don't know the first thing about installing it. This would be something that I could easily do on my own and apparently it's pretty budget friendly. Check out the pictures. Full Article … [Read more...]
Slide Show- 25 Lifelike Wall Murals
Check out these awesome realistic wall murals to help your space really come alive. Whether you like wildlife, landscapes or a little of the unusual (blown up lemons in the kitchen?) there is sure to be something that appeals to your sense of style. Slide Show … [Read more...]
DIY- Photo Wallpaper
I love photography! I even thought about starting my own business but the area I live in is so cut throat that I decided against it for now. With that being said, you can guess that I have a ton of pictures laying around or on my computer. What should I do with them? I've thought about trying to organize them and order photo books that you can do online. I've thought about trying to scrapbook … [Read more...]
Inspiration- Home Office
Having an issue with designing your office? You could be running into a proverbial wall, or maybe even a real one due to lack of space. Grab some ideas from these home offices. Take a look at these different pictures on how to convert any space into a effective office. There's even a sweet tip about turning a hideaway bed into a hideaway desk! Full Article … [Read more...]
Inspiration- Laundry Room
I love this woman's laundry room. Everything about it. The TV is inspired! Laundry is so mindless, who wouldn't love to have their favorite soap or series playing when they have to get all those "hang dry" items on the hangers or get to work ironing those shirts before the wrinkles set in? I know I would. The fact that she also included a framed laundry symbols just leaves me speechless. The … [Read more...]
DIY- Play House Under The Stairs
This family re-did their whole basement and along with that was the dreaded *usually* wasted space under the stairs. This family decided to turn that space into a playhouse for their little girl. It's absolutely adorable. Coupled with this post on how to do a stairwell it really, really makes me want stairs...*sigh* maybe in our next home. Full Article … [Read more...]
Easy Upgrade
It's amazing how changing on aspect of a room will change the entire look and feel. If you walk into a room and feel that it's just a little off, take a look around and really take the time to figure out what it is that is bothering you. It could be as simple as the window treatments which are easily and relatively cheap to change. This will keep you from spending loads of money on the whole … [Read more...]