Stripes, Stripes and more stripes!

One great way to add some drama to a room is with stripes. Stripes are a classic look. Painting stripes on your walls can really create a fantastic space. You have a couple of options with stripes on your walls, horizontal or vertical. Horizontal stripes create a more spacious feel. If you are looking for taller ceilings vertical stripes work the best. An interesting and beautiful option is in the combination of flat and glossy stripes. This adds visual dimension to a room. Other options are with wallpaper. Check out the rooms below to see what stripes can do to a space!

Outdoor Spruce Up!

Need to spruce up your outdoor space? Spice up your outdoor furniture with a fresh coat of paint, some stain and a couple of coats of polyurethane. Enjoy!

I grew up in a large military family where we moved every year or two. The first thing we did right after the movers pulled out of the driveway was to start unpacking. Not a box was left unpacked within the first week. Furniture, artwork and photos were all in place. It felt as though we had lived in the new home forever. A house does not need to have brand new perfectly matching furnishings and accessories to feel like home. An eclectic mix of new, old and hammy down furnishings can be beautiful when put together right. Here are a few examples of spaces that feel like home!

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A bright airy attic room!

Photo from Elle Décor

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Slipcovers are a great way to update older furniture.