Basement windows are often a challenge to decorate because they are usually small, spaced, and high on the wall - a recipe for decorating disaster. This post provides solutions for these problem windows based on the premise that simple is best. Keeping things light and airy will not draw attention to the negatives of small size and awkward placement. All links to these spaces can be found on my Pinterest board .Shutters and valances work when windows are a little largerThis space would work equally well without the valances if...
Simple spring wreaths
Welcome spring! It is warm today in St. John's and I finally feel like we are moving on from winter. My friend in England is mourning the disappearance of the daffodil while we are awaiting its arrival. With all the sunshine pouring in, I knew it was time to add a little spring to the front entry. It will be a long time yet before we see the forsythia and tulips. If you read this blog you already know I am not a big seasonal decorator and recycling and dollar store finds are my go tos.Designing Home simple spring wreathThis wreath has served me for three...
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Paint solves many problems
You know how it goes with decorating. You get one thing to a point where you love it and that improvement only makes other things in the space look dismal. And that is the point where we left off in the last post- loving the chairs and not liking what is happening on top of the buffet. Almost but not quiteOne problem areaLet's start with the lamp. I've always loved this lamp and when I recently moved it from the living room it needed a new home. I perched it on several books as a way to increase the height and connect the dark chair colour to the buffet. I...
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