People who live in warm sunny climates (yes, I’m one of the lucky ones!) have an abundance of sunshine, greenscapes, flowers and warm, tropical air to enjoy every day. We also have many local home decor choices when it comes to tropical or Florida style decorating, so if we choose to bring the outdoors into our homes, it’s quite simple. So what do you do if you don’t live in my area of the world and want to bring some of that tropical sunshine into your home decor? Or, you …
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Home Decorating – the Victorian Look
Victorian style is a traditional look that is the result of a medley of influences, including classical, Oriental, Gothic and Italian. Victorian style is synonymous with bold color and arresting combinations. Persian blue, deep reds, rich greens, dark plum and wine, terra cotta and darkly stained woods create a warm depth in rooms. If decorating a bedroom, choose from a lighter color spectrum, but keep the juxtaposition of soft blues, soothing greens, pinks and grays striking for maximum effect. Sundry lighting possibilities were available during the Victorian period and included …
Simple & Easy Budget Home Decorating Ideas
Budget Home Decorating is a phrase that many people are finding is a relevant term in daily conversation. Stricter budgeting has become a part of many of our lives, mine included. There are many ways to work within budget constraints and find ways to decorate your home to fit your unique lifestyle. Sometimes it doesn’t cost anything, there may be some expenditure involved or it could require some ‘layaway’ time. A combination of the three will ultimately yield the most satisfying results. Here are some simple budget home decorating ideas …