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Monday, November 29, 2010
This is the second in a series of posts on Fabric.
BEFORE
This bedroom before really does look good ---
it just needed some fabric on the windows.
AFTER
We did just a little bit of fabric on the top of the two windows
and added a pillow on the bed with the same fabric as the new curtains.
It ties the space together nicely when you take similar fabric and
have it in different places around the room.
BEFORE
AFTER
The large window really needed to be softened
by adding the long paneled curtains it really warmed up the bedroom
and made if feel more inviting and comfortable.
Add a few curtains and pillows
and you will be amazed
at how comfortable and cozy your room will feel!
Friday, November 19, 2010
This post is a first, in a series on FABRIC
and how it really does make a home
FEEL so much more comfortable and COZY!
BEFORE
This bedroom has some beautiful furniture and great bedding,
but it just needed a little something more---
AFTER
What made the difference?
FABRIC
Curtains
Rug
Throw pillows
Throw blanket
(And of course see how much warmer it feels
with the lamp turned on!)
BEFORE
AFTER
Curtains really do soften a space and make it feel more inviting.
The throw blanket and pillow on the ottoman
help to create a softer welcoming feel.
Notice how we brought the colors and patterns around the room.
It helps to tie the space together.
The toss pillows on the bed have some solid colors and some pattern.
But 3 main colors --- Green, Brown, and White
The green pillow in the front has the same fabric as the curtains ---
we are moving that pattern and color around the room.
On the window seat we added more pillows with texture and pattern.
See how they do not all match but do look good together.
On the chair across the room notice the patterned pillows .
The curtains really do soften the space!
So add a little Fabric to your home
and it will FEEL more COZY!!
Monday, November 1, 2010
This Living Room received a Sophisticated Upgrade---
and all with what the homeowner had already!
BEFORE
AFTER
What made the difference?
We just moved the furniture on an angle,
added an armchair that was in storage down in the basement,
and added an area rug, that was rolled up in the garage!
See how the placement of the pillows
creates a more sophisticated feel.
creates a more sophisticated feel.
BEFORE
AFTER
See how inviting this space is now.
You really want to sit down and visit.
The area rug anchors the furniture
and really helps to create a nice conversation area.
The piano wall BEFORE
AFTER
It was such a high wall that we needed to add some height to the top of the piano.
This made the scale of the wall not feel so large.
BEFORE
AFTER
What do you see that makes such a difference between these two shots?
Notice how the AFTER FEELS so much Calmer.
See how the size of the armoire fits the space
between the two windows better,
and because it has doors, it can close up the visual clutter
of movies and books.
Amazing isn't it!
The wicker baskets under the table add some texture to the space.
There are touches of green, white and brown throughout the room.
Using these colors around the room, ties it all together.
The votive candles on the table add some visual life to the room.
The fabric runner softens the tabletop.
What a difference!
See if you can take some of these simple tips
and make your own space more Cozy!
Tuesday, October 19, 2010
Studio 5 - Fall Decorating---Great Looks For Your Front Porch And More!
3 comments Posted by ImagineCozy at 9:04 PMHere is the segment that we did on Friday!
I always love to work with Studio 5,
Thanks for having me on.
4 ideas on how to decorate
your front porch for Fall---
all for under $50.00.
1. Paint the front door ---a little fresh paint in a fall color, really adds to the autumn feel.
2. Add vinyl numbers on the door---what a fun way to show your address.
3. Hang a wreath---a great way to add some texture and personality.
4. Place a pot of mums and some pumpkins--- flowers and pumpkins always add a pop of color.
How to bring some of that fall décor inside.
• I love to add little pumpkins ---
there are a wide variety of styles, and you can put them in almost anything.
• Add a lantern with an orange candle.
• I have a cake plate full of leaves and squash on my table.
• Hang a wreath on the mirror in the entry.
• Frame a few pressed leaves.
Monday, October 18, 2010
We did this front porch makeover for a Studio 5 segment.
BEFORE
AFTER
I think the biggest change is just the color of the front door.
Paint was only $8.55--- it was Dot com by Kwal and I did it in a satin finish.
The vinyl letters on the door were only $5.00 and what a nice difference they make compared to the plastic letters that were under the light in the before shot.
BEFORE
AFTER
The wreath on the front door was an ordinary twig wreath with some fall color and ribbon.
Of course the pumkins really add to the fall theme, and the flowers some real happy color!
It was so fun to do.
Thanks, Andrea for letting us come and have fun with your front porch!
I am joining the Fall Makeovers at Between Naps on the Porch
Go there and see some creative decorating for the season!
I will post the video from the show with all
of the details in my next post.
Monday, October 11, 2010
In my last post I showed you a before and after of this Living Room.
The homeowner really just wanted to figure out a way to make the room
feel different than it was.
BEFORE
AFTER
Remember our goal is to make the space feel more COZY using what is in the home already.
The Living Room was more formal and we wanted to create a more casual feel---
and something different.
BEFORE
AFTER
We folded the quilt over the back of the chair and placed a couple of pillows
that did not match-- but had the same colors of the room.
We also placed a lace coverlet on the back of the other chair,
it ties in nicely with the lace drapes, and relaxes the formalness of the chairs.
BEFORE
AFTER
We placed the sofa on an angle which was very different from what they were used to.
Also notice a throw blanket on the arm of the sofa
and a couple of pillows that are not the same fabric as the sofa.
Also notice a throw blanket on the arm of the sofa
and a couple of pillows that are not the same fabric as the sofa.
A few books on the table with some greenery and you may want to sit down and read!
We decorated the end table with a lamp, a couple of books with some greenery on top,
and a pair of little angels.
and a pair of little angels.
The entry
We created a nice unit with the bookcase and the mirror grouping.
Notice how we took the pillow from the sofa and placed it on the chair,
that way you tie the color and pattern around the room.
It does feel inviting!
Try placing your sofa on an angle and see how it feels --- you may be surprised!
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