Decorology

Rugs - how they can make or break a room! A rug can be a major focal point in your room, or purely there for comfort, in which case it should not scream for attention.   When it comes to rugs, I like to go with something timeless and that I know I will always like. Chevron is trendy now,...

Today I have way too many deadlines looming, so I just need a quick fix of eye candy!via DesignManifestoA huge mirror and chandelier in a bathroom? I think that screams luxury!via BHGvia HookerFurnitureOccasionally I do get caught up in designer furniture trends, just make sure you will love it 5 years from now.Drooling over this dresser!Adore Homevia High Gloss MagazineI hope...

Usually there's that one piece that stand out in a room. A lot of us, myself included, use bright pops of color only on accessories - lamps, pillows, etc. If you're feeling brave though, a bold piece of furniture can really make a room - here are a few examples I wish I was brave enough to try! How gorgeous...

Mix and matching chairs is a great way to create a space with more personality. Your reasons for mixing and matching could be to save money (you can only afford one or two of a certain chair you love), availability (the chair is an antique and you only found 1), or visual interest (you think matching chairs are a...

I love DIY books - especially when they're filled with advice and projects that I would actually do AND will save me big bucks.  That's why I was so excited to receive "Furniture Makeovers" by Barb Blair.Here's a description:Furniture Makeovers: Simple Techniques for Transforming Furniture with Paint, Stains, Paper, Stencils, and More shows how to transform tired furniture into...

Lighting in a room can really make or break a space! Unfortunately, the lighting fixtures in my new home are as far from my style as you can get, so I have my eye out for some inspiring solutions to light my dining room, kitchen, halls, and master bath... I've been scouring ebay and craigslist for a mod brass chandelier...

Today we have a wonderful giveaway thanks to The Cotswold Company! Here's a little bit about their company if you aren't familiar with them:The Cotswold Company team have spent the past 16 years supplying the nation with country inspired furniture made from Mother Nature's finest materials. When it comes to wooden furniture we know our stuff and we take immense pride in our products and...

Now that we have our own outdoor space, I'm in the process of deciding how to furnish it! There is so much you can do with an outdoor space, whether small or large. I've been looking for some furniture that will fit into our space and some great outdoor accessories that are durable enough to stay outdoors. With a set like...

After moving into our new house, I'm realizing that some of the furnishings we picked out for our small apartment don't look so great in our new home. Some I can repurpose or find a different use for, but others I would rather swap for a version of a different size, color, etc... I never really throw things out...

If there's one thing I want in my new home it's a dreamy bed! The kind you can't wait to curl up in at the end of the day and never want to leave! Here are a few beds I found that make me want to do just that! This space feels so inviting, like sleeping on a cloud! I...