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Sunday, January 15, 2012

my decorating staples

today i'd love to share a few of my favorite decorating staples to make your homes {and in my case, teeny tiny apartment} be even more fabulous!
decorating tips

1. a dash of black and white
blackandwhite
sticking to a color scheme is very important when decorating a space. however, if everything in the room is yellow, green and blue...things can get boring FAST. black & white can be incorporated into literally every space, to add interest and break up the monotony.


2. every room needs bling.
bling
bling. it's probably my favorite trend from 2011, i hope & pray it lasts for all of 2012. whether it be an office chair, a pillow on the couch or a chandelier, it will simply make you feel better to know that your home is filled with sparkly, shiny accessories for your ADHD guests to be distracted by.

3. celebrate life
flowers
every room needs something living; flowers, goldfish, a pet. even photographs that capture your favorite memories. by incorporating these things in your decor it's possible to celebrate life in every room!

4. repetition is a powerful thing.
repetition
the mind clings to things that are familiar, which is why repetition has such a pleasing effect on the eye. so, get a set of matching lamps or acquire a series of paintings. make a gallery wall and paint all of the frames black, or use the same fabric for curtains and for a few pillowcases. the possibilities are endless.

5. fill your home with things you make.
make
whether it be this DIY sunburst mirror, or a DIY painted rug, it is a beautiful thing to fill your home with one-of-a-kind pieces made by you! what better way is there to make your home YOUR home!!

come visit me at peace love lauren

3 comments:

Fashionable Memories said...

I really really love these photos!!! I especially love the sunburst mirror!!!!! If you have a chance, please visit/follow my fashion blog. It will mean the world to me if you did. Let's create fashionable memories together!!! Thank you so much in advance! Have a beautiful day!!!

Elsha said...

ok... im obsessed with your adorable blog!

xoxo
elsha rae.

Bubble My Licorice said...

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It's really amazing :)

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