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$200 Lush Decor Giveaway

January 16, 2015 51 Comments

All month long I’ve been cleaning and doing a little organizing around the homestead. And I’ve also been thinking of some upcoming home makeover and decor projects! I’ve been browsing Lush Decor, and they have some great items for the home. I especially love their bedding sets. I have a couple of bedspreads that I swap in and out, but I haven’t bought a new one in a while, and I’ve really been wanting to do an update. Lush Decor has some beautiful colors and fabrics and everything looks to be very well made. I also love all the modern designs they offer. Any one of their bedding sets will easily give a fresh and luxurious look to any of your bedrooms. [Read more…]

Filed Under: decorating, Giveaways, Home/Garden Tagged With: bedding, comforters, decor, home decor, home makeover

Holiday Gift Guide: Agraria Home

November 6, 2014 Leave a Comment

I usually try to wait till the week of Thanksgiving to talk Christmas and holiday gift guides, but I’ve got a lot of great items to feature (plus recipes and so many other Christmas posts coming up) that we simply have to start now, in order to get everything in. We start today with Agraria. They are a company based out of San Fransisco that sells great home interior items like candles and diffusers, as well as bath and body products for you.

Agraria products are great for friends and family and just about any lady on your list. (Who doesn’t want their home or themselves to smell good?) My mother-in-law especially loves candles, so I’ll be giving her Agraria’s Bitter Orange Candle. Imagine a sweet orange scent with a hint of spice. I know she will love it!

What’s sets their items apart from the competition is not only their lovely scent but also the elegant look of the products. Your gift recipient will definitely be proud to display this gift in their home!

I’ve tried their candles and diffusers in my own home. The diffusers are a an especially good gift and value, as the scent last a long time. I got a diffuser several months ago, and it still has plenty of liquid and scent.

I received an Agraria product to facilitate this post. The opinions are my own. Please check out more gift ideas throughout the holiday season. Want your company or gift item featured here? Email me.

Filed Under: decorating, Home/Garden, product review, shopping Tagged With: air freshener, candles, Christmas Gift Guide, Holiday Gift Guide, home interior gifts, women's gifts

My Fall Decor

October 15, 2014 2 Comments

With Halloween just around the corner (Can you believe it??), it seemed like a good time to share my fall decor. For the fall season, I find that a little goes a long way. By just adding a few items to a buffet table, fireplace, or front porch area, you can easily give your home a touch of fall.

This year I didn’t actually buy anything new, but I did change things up in the way I decorated from previous years. Take a look around and let me know what you think. (Also, be sure to take a look at this collection of 15 Fall Subway Art Printables if you’re in need of some cheap decor options.) [Read more…]

Filed Under: decorating, fall, Halloween, Home/Garden Tagged With: decor, vinette

15 Fall Subway Art Printables

October 6, 2014 3 Comments

I feel like I’m a little late to the party with this post, since everyone started sharing their fall decor a month ago, but I was doing my fall decorating last weekend (decor post still to come), and I decided to go online and get a free printable to frame for my living room. When I started searching, I was overwhelmed by all the cuteness I saw, so I decided to throw together a post with some of my favorites!

I have to confess, I did recycle the 5 at the bottom from a previous post I did, to get 15 for this post! The five I shared a couple of years ago were so cute, I thought they were worth a second look, and I like having all of these in one place just for my own convenience, and I’m sure it’s better for you too.

As always, the links where you go to download this great artwork can be found underneath each photo. Hope you enjoy!

Stationary, Cards, Art & More from Minted

October 5, 2014 Leave a Comment

I’ve been making plans to have some family photos taken, and with that comes the inspiration for holiday cards and so much more! I recently visited Minted and I loved the selection of cards, stationary, and other print media they had available.

I found pages and pages of cute cards on their site. They have a lot of great designs to help you show off your family or child’s photos:

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Filed Under: decorating, party ideas Tagged With: cards, invitations, party supplies, printing, stationary

Top 3 Tips for Styling Your Home’s Interior Using Inspiration from the Exterior

August 2, 2014 1 Comment

Your home provides the perfect opportunity for you to design a living space for you and your loved ones that is a comfortable and aesthetically pleasing representation of your unique personalities and lifestyles. While many naturally look to their interior space for design inspiration, it is important to remember that understanding your exterior space can allow you to create the perfect fusion of style and comfort in any room of the house. When choosing a window treatment for instance, pull inspiration from the outside view with the help of these three common structural design factors.

Street Facing Windows

Front-facing windows are sometimes tricky to style, as you want the perfect balance between privacy and light control – allowing you to let in warm natural light without having to worry about curious eyes from the outside. Using sheer shades for these windows is a great way to effortlessly achieve this balance. Sheer shades offer a uniquely versatile design that gently filters light and preserves some of the view without having to sacrifice privacy. Available in a variety of opacities, sheer shades can be tailored to provide just the right amount of light and privacy you’re looking for. With their neutral disposition, they make a great fit for any room with a street facing window.

Showcasing a Window’s View

An eye-catching view serves as the perfect focal point for any room in the home, and showcasing a prime view can instantly enhance your home’s interior design and style. With that in mind, it’s especially important to choose a window treatment that can offer an unobstructed view from the window whenever needed. Window blinds are a great solution since they offer one of the widest varieties of styles and designs on the market to match the unique look of any room. When pulled down, window blinds complement your room with their warm and inviting ambience, yet fully retract when opened to offer a full and unobstructed view to your garden or other beautiful exterior focal points. This flexible window treatment can be customized to fit even those tricky shaped bay windows, oversized windows, and even skylights, giving you the comfort you need in any room without sacrificing that gorgeous scenery.

Sun-Soaked Windows

Depending on the orientation of your home and its rooms, there may be certain parts of the house that become uncomfortably cloaked with glaring sunlight during the sunrise and sunset hours. To combat this with style and ease, choose a heavier style of window treatment such as drapes or curtains. Drapes and curtains are a great choice as they allow you to fully block out light when drawn shut. When sun protection isn’t needed, you can easily draw them open to reveal your view. Blackout varieties of curtains and drapes are a fantastic choice for bedrooms with these types of windows because they let you get a good night’s sleep. They are also a good choice for formal rooms because they offer UV and sun damage protection to important interior furniture.

Don’t forget that the outside of your home is just as important as the inside when choosing a window treatment that’s right for you. Matching your home’s interior style with inspiration from the exterior view helps you create a well-designed aesthetic that doesn’t skimp on comfort. Get in touch with a local style consultant in your area today to learn more about the countless benefits that window treatments have to offer.

Filed Under: decorating, Home/Garden Tagged With: home decor, windows

Febreze Noseblindness Test Review & Giveaway

July 25, 2014 23 Comments

This review and giveaway was made possible by Double Duty Divas and Febreze. I was compensated for my participation in this campaign, but all opinions are 100% mine.

Do you have noseblindness? When we stay in our homes every day, sometimes we get used to the smells and may not always notice when things become unpleasant. We only become aware of the odors if someone tells us about them OR if we leave our home for a few hours and days. We recently conducted our own Febreze Noseblindness Test, and today I’m happy to share our results, along with more information and giveaway! [Read more…]

Filed Under: cleaning, decorating, Giveaways, Home/Garden, product review Tagged With: air freshener, Febreze

Friday Favorites – Week 224 – With 4th of July Decor

July 3, 2014 1 Comment

Happy 4th of July to all our friends here in the states! And welcome to this week’s edition of Friday Favorites. This week in honor of our Independence Day, I’m featuring some festive 4th of July Decor ideas and tutorials. Hope you enjoy these! Have a great holiday weekend!

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Filed Under: decorating, Friday Favorites, Patriotic Tagged With: 4th of July

4th of July Party Tips and Products #OrientalTrading

June 15, 2014 Leave a Comment

This review is based strictly on my opinion. Others may have a different opinion or experience with the product listed above. I was provided the sample free of charge by the company or PR agency and I provided my honest opinion. No other type of compensation was received for this review.

With 4th of July just around the corner, you’re probably thinking fireworks and barbecues! Today I’m sharing some products and ideas to help you decorate for party and give your backyard barbecue a real patriotic feel. I received a great assortment of products from Oriental Trading. Although you may think of the company as the place to buy favors, banners, games, and paper plates for your party, as you browse their selections, you will actually find a great assortment of high quality home decor such as wreaths, table center pieces, and even wall signs and glass platters.

Here’s a quick list of the items I got:

I just love this stuff! I’m especially impressed with the high quality of the items I received, as well as the colors and overall look. Everything is such a great value, and there are a number of things to fit various personal styles and needs. Even if you are not having a party and just want a few patriotic pieces to put out in your house to decorate for the summer months, Oriental Trading has some great finds.

Take a closer look at some of the items I received, and you will see just how easy it is to turn your back yard into a festive place for the upcoming holiday.

Table Decor Made Easy! You don’t have to spend a lot of money to create a festive table. If you set your table ahead of time with your plates, napkins, and cups, then your table will look festive already without adding anything else. Oriental Trading has a great party pack that includes invites, plates, napkins, and cups for 4th of July, and they look great!

For a little extra decor, you can buy inexpensive party favors. I got a few fans on this table, which are perfect for the adult table, and Oriental Trading has tons of great kid’s party favors that would be suitable to place on tables. (Hint: For summer parties, consider adding party favors to the children’s table, such as sunglasses, visors, bubbles, frisbees, or other outdoor toys. These can often be bought in packages of 10-12.)

As for additional decor, a great centerpiece can go a long way. This utensil basket made a very festive centerpiece. And I’ve surrounded it here with out patriotic looking dishes. These are of a super great quality! For the perfect pre-party decor, you can place your dishes on the table ahead of time. Then just before the party, place the food in your bowls and trays for the ultimate party table!

Easy Drink Bar! If you don’t have a bar, you can still have a festive drink area. Just use a small table or cart. A festive table-cloth, fabric piece, or banner, will really dress up your table. Then just add you a bowl of ice, drinks, cups, other essentials, and perhaps one or two pieces of table decor.

Home Decor Made Easy! To make your home a little more patriotic, Oriental Trading has some really cute items. As you can see, the basket makes another appearance here. I’ve placed this on top of a cabinet in my kitchen, along with these super cute metal stars, and some star/berry garland that I already had on hand. Again, here you only need a few items to add a little color to a shelf or cabinet area.

And I, of course, LOVE wreaths! This wreath is a smaller size than a lot of others that I have, but I looks great, and I love the festive color, as well as the texture of it.

Last but not least, you can adorn your front porch and garden area with a cute sign such as the one above. The metal stick is included, and the flag is super cute! And to add more color to your porch, Oriental Trading has a great selection of banners and window decor.

Do you decorate in the summer? Please leave me a comment telling us your favorite summer decor trend!

Filed Under: decorating, Misc Holidays, party ideas, Patriotic, summer Tagged With: 4th of July, Oriental Trading

Living Room Makeover with SureFit

May 13, 2014 1 Comment

Today I am excited to share a very easy, yet beautiful (if I do say so myself) living room makeover! I recently received got a slipcover for my couch from the great folks at Sure Fit, and I am so happy with the transformation. I purchased a slipcover for my recliner a year or so ago, and so I’ve been wanting to get a matching slipcover for the couch.

Let’s start with the chair. As I said, I bought this from Sure Fit a while back, and it still looks pretty great, and then I just purchased this new throw pillow, just to add a little color and style: [Read more…]

Filed Under: decorating, Home/Garden Tagged With: decor, makeover, pillows, room makeover, surefit