Big Design for Large Spaces

If you find yourself with a space in your home that just seems impossible to give character to because of its size, it might be time to think of large accessories for it. Larger items, whether it is a large lighting fixture or an over-sized painting, can instantly transform a room from boring to fabulous. With a large lighting fixture, such as a chandelier, you can have people's eye move upwards. This not only draws them toward a high ceiling or architectural touch, but it can create that look of substance your room might have been lacking.

Large paintings cover a large expanse of wall space with color and design. Some paintings are available as multiple panels which covers an even greater surface area than a typically sized painting. Some prints are also available in that design. So if you find a space in your home that you are unsure what to do with, consider a work of art or a print. Large scale and with a design that matches your style, it is a sure way to make the best use of a large space.

Art for the Young at Heart

Decorating your home does not have to be boring! Your home will be that home you have always dreamed of....in due time. So take a deep breath and be okay with the idea that decor is a journey and not a quick stop to your local mega-mart. A home is a representation of yourself. So if you are an avid traveler, be sure to pick up some lovely mementos of your journey to add to your home's flair. If you are someone who frequents local music events, perhaps an enlarged photograph of a vintage concert is more up your alley. Allow your home to slowly take shape so that it can truly have all the details and charm that you want to be surrounded by.

A great way to add individual spice to your home is with art. Art does not have to be stodgy or chock full of pastels. There are plenty of alternative art pieces that speak as loudly and uniquely as you do. So keep your eye out for accessories that make your heart skip a beat and build your personal gallery at home.

American Craftsman Style

American craftsman style is an architectural design that came about in the late 19th century and remained very popular until the 1930's. Making a strong comeback and seeing a definite spike of interest, many homes built in this style are now being renovated to bring back this highly desirable architectural design. These bungalows are known for their hand-crafted stone and woodwork, as well as its use of mixed materials to contribute to the overall effect of this architectural style.

Interested in adding some of these accents to your home or need some accessories to add to the wonderful craftsman home you are decorating? Take a look in your local vintage stores, where you would be surprised at the amazing treasures you can find there. Whether it is a fireplace screen with ornate scrolling detail or a bronzed umbrella stand to add some sparkle to your foyer, it is that attention to detail that reflects the craftsman style. Find some vintage charm, whether old or new, and enjoy giving your home a look that has passed the test of time.

Display Your Pride and Joy

A home is slowly built through the individual touches of creativity and style that the homeowners add. Accessories that have specific meanings are all over people's homes, but they do not hold a candle to the photographs placed throughout a home to punctuate what the homeowners live for. Friends and family all have a special space in our hearts and also our walls, coffee tables, etc. Picture frames not only provide you with snaps of those happy faces you love so much, but they are also one of the first things people look at when they enter your home. 

Placing your photographs in creative frames adds a stylish accent to any space. Try grouping a collection of framed photographs together to build an art piece that is a mosaic of your loves. With so many styles to choose from it easy to get carried away. So find a wall that needs some attention and give it some charm. You will enjoy the homage to your favorite toothy grin every time you walk past it. 

Bath Time

Give your bathroom a face lift with new accessories! Simple changes can make a huge difference in these smaller spaces. So grab your nearest trash bin and start getting rid of all those towel bars that were placed there when shag carpeting was the new big thing. Bathrooms are meant to provide a spa-like and zenful experience. This is the place where you go to get your much needed time out. So splash some cool color on those walls and discover the wonderful bathroom accessories that are available to you.

With clean lines that emit a classic style, towel bars and hooks are a great way to tidy up any busy look. Find your serenity with a decor that flows nicely with the style that you already have in your home. With their gleaming finishes and functional style, it is easy to transform your bath into something so much more than a typical powder room. Create a space that works for you with simple changes that can bring you the calm we are all looking for.

Tablescapes

Getting one's table ready for company is an art. Watching your guests take in the lovely decor that you have so painstakingly pieced together is a great way to start any event. One particular mood-setting accessory that really sets the stage for any event is a candle. Under its warm glow, your beautiful place settings are bound to get you praise. Candle holders come in a multitude of designs. Some are for single candles, while others allow for a long or tall stretch of them. A candelabrum is basically a fixture in which multiple candles can be held. These were once routinely used to illuminate rooms before electricity. Nowadays, thankfully due to electricity, we only have to use them for decoration. So lower the lights and set the candles aglow for a dinner party that everyone will be talking about.

Grace your holiday table with sophisticated designs that add mood lighting to any space. Find candle holders in a long design and use as your Thanksgiving dinner centerpiece. Add some decorative touches around it, such as small pumpkins or autumn foliage and set a table worthy of your family's famous apple pie. 

Jump Start Your Fall Decor

With only a couple of weeks until the official start of Autumn stores are beginning to fill up their shelves with products in all those wonderful shades reminiscent of the turning leaves. Fiery orange, golden yellow, and shades of Merlot easily transform any space into a fall time winderland. Color is an inexpensive and easy do-it-yourself project that anyone can take on. Get inspired by the outdoors and by accessories available. Find a piece, whether a recently fallen leaf off a maple tree or a jewel toned accessory from your favorite local shop, and build a design around it.

With the proper lighting, any color that you choose to slather on your walls will give off that lustrous appearance that you were aiming for. One thing to remember is to be careful with lighting fixtures and the shades that they have. If you have a fixture that has yellow shades it will most likely give off a yellow hue. This hue will change the way your perceive the color in the room, thus making that lovely ocean blue you so meticulously debated over... a light shade of green. So decorate wisely and enjoy hunting for those lovely fall time colors!