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More from The Homestead. I thought this would be the last post, but it is going to take one more to get all the pictures up. This is only because my computer is. so. slow. and it takes about 3 hours to put together 1 post and by the time I have uploaded 10 pictures [...]
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I’ve posted before here and here about these two mistakes, but I wanted to share them with you again because I see this all the time in people’s houses.
1) Placing all the furniture in a room against the walls. Now I know sometimes this is inevitable if you live in cramped quarters, but if you [...]
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A common mistake that people make is hanging artwork or pictures that are way too small for the wall. In my opinion, the bigger the better. One little tiny picture on a large wall is a major no no.
A good rule to follow when hanging pictures is to hang them in odd numbers, 1, 3, [...]
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I just love the artwork that John & Sherry from This Young House (I say that as if I know them) have for sale at their online shop. Love their blog too.
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Here is what is new and catching my eye this Friday at 1st Dibs:
French Ceiling Lights:
Is this a man or woman? Spanish 17th Century Artwork:
Antique Steel Buffet:
I love these High Back Chairs:
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1} “Color should be complicated. Break out of the rigidly coordinated schemes that most people rely on. Instead, build on a base of varied neutrals, and add dashes of boldness throughout. Think Impressionism, not paint-by-number.
2} Matching is for beginners. Distinct eras and materials are better when blended. If I have an antique wooden chest, I’ll [...]
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A simple frame like this one from IKEA:
plus some wall paper like this from Walnut Wallpaper:
= a quick and cheap way for some very pretty wall art!
If you are looking for a quick way to get your hands on some wallpaper, check out Home Depot, I haven’t checked it out though, you may have to [...]
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My living room is in major need of a face lift. Here are some of my ideas:
Pjattyeryd from Ikea- I love it!
I’m thinking about these shades from Target for my living room:
And this TV stand from Ikea:
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Here is a good idea for cheap, beautiful wall art that I heard on HGTV:
Cut some fresh flowers from your yard, or buy some ones from the store with great colors. Take them to a store with a color copier where you can enlarge them as much as you need. Beautiful, cheap, quick wall art [...]
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