The buyer of our house requested that the closing date be changed from November 1 to September 15. Trust me I am rolling my eyes on this one because we wanted a shorter closing date from the start but she would not budge. Then everything is signed, sealed and ready to go and two weeks later she decides she would like to move in earlier. We aren't obligated to change to the new closing date
10 Interesting ways to display art on walls!
Displaying art is an art in itself! There are different types of art work that you can collect, make or thrift to create an awesome display. It could range from fine paintings, photographs, your craft or even a mix of different kinds. The idea is to not clutter while keeping things interesting.
If displayed artistically even an assortment of art forms can look spectacular. If you think only painting and prints make stylish wall art, here is some inspiration for you. For the budget conscious, even crocheted swatches or empty frames have great potential as creative art displays for your home.
These are just a few ideas to inspire you. Take out your art collection and arrange and rearrange on the floor to find what you like best. Click pictures and check again. Most important, hang them up!! Its no fun storing them when they can add so much character and spirit to your home and lives. Get going and get inspired.
If displayed artistically even an assortment of art forms can look spectacular. If you think only painting and prints make stylish wall art, here is some inspiration for you. For the budget conscious, even crocheted swatches or empty frames have great potential as creative art displays for your home.
This is one of the cutest form of wall art! Love the vibrant colors. Imagine getting one made by each of your sisters/aunts and displaying! The cushions are drool worthy! Very cheerful and fun :)
Go thrifting!! The art ledge is full of vintage prints/paint by numbers. The floral theme is so easy on the eyes and even the small corner has the charm of a french cafe! I specially adore the milk glass and vintage phone.
Christmas theme here, but can be recreated in any color. Just keep looking for plates with a theme in mind. It could be color/pattern/ motif(flowers, birds). They go up in a breeze and easy to rotate with holiday and seasons.
Black and white with gray is so sophisticated! The optical illusion prints are so interesting. A wonderful focal point for a masculine living room. Terrific look for a modern contemporary home!
Adore the lovely color combination. The idea is simple, with great results. Simple black frames pop against the pastel blue. Pocket friendly and easy do-it-yourself. Easy winner!
An eclectic mix of art is not easy to pull off. yet when executed well it just stand out! The rich purple wall is such a beautiful foil to display the gorgeous colors. I am specially smitten by the skinny framed art in the middle and the punchy yellow in the gorgeous ornate frame!
If you have been lucky to have inherited vintage family pictures in good state, this is just the one for you! Different tones of sepia look so awesome. There is symmetry and history served together. Go vertical if you can, it creates more interest.
Decals are a popular choice for wall makeovers. Its cost effective & easy to install. This wall design is specially neat for its use with photographs. The frames are decals and the pictures can be pasted with double sided tape. Create a memory wall and keep including new ones as you like! Heart it!
Frugal and fab! If you are still looking for a choice of paintings..don't let it hold you back. This is such an easy installation. Interesting how it looks complete even without any art insertion. Get yourself a stash of frames, spray paint and install. Viola!!!
This cluster of art piqued my interest. I would bend back to check whats hiding :o) If you like a little mystery and drama, this is a fun way to install. It would be a good idea to keep switching places so all of them get the spotlight though ;o)
These are just a few ideas to inspire you. Take out your art collection and arrange and rearrange on the floor to find what you like best. Click pictures and check again. Most important, hang them up!! Its no fun storing them when they can add so much character and spirit to your home and lives. Get going and get inspired.
Tips for Harvesting Basil
If you're into herbs and cooking, basil is probably a big deal in your garden. Throughout summer it's the backbone of some of the most distinctive, fresh and delicious dishes around. My two personal favorites are basil pesto and Insalata Caprese, a simple salad made with basil, mozzarella cheese and tomatoes.
One of the things that makes these dishes so special is that they're largely
Major Gardening Changes Ahead
The past two gardening seasons have been rather bittersweet with our house on the market. It's been sixteen months now, difficult to stay motivated for vegetable gardening knowing there was a good chance of not being abler to reap the rewards. It was even more difficult at the start of this gardening season as my husband was quite sick so my attention was on him not gardening. I pared down
How to Make Sweet Pickles
This summer I made sweet pickles for the first time, and it was so much fun. If you're a sweet pickle fan (I love them), have a big pickle harvest, or just like pickles and want an easy project to ease into the hobby of canning --this sweet pickle challenge is it.
You really have to make these pickles. They manage to be sweeter, crunchier and spicier than the store bought varieties I've
Theme design : Yellow and Gray color combination!
Each color has certain characteristics. They are generally classified as 'warm' or 'cool' color. Some are bright, intense and radiate energy, while some are soothing and neutral. Yellow is the sunny color. Its bright and full of energy, stimulates senses and is perfect when combined with a neutral like gray. Gray is such a regal color, not too heavy like black, yet it makes its presence felt, it adds the touch of serenity.
Together, the combination of Yellow and Gray is great for decorating any room. They are the perfect foil for each other. The neutral serene gray which lets the yellow pop out. Here are some stunning designs to inspire you to explore this color scheme.
Together, the combination of Yellow and Gray is great for decorating any room. They are the perfect foil for each other. The neutral serene gray which lets the yellow pop out. Here are some stunning designs to inspire you to explore this color scheme.
This living room is so stylish!! Its like a work of art, each decorative piece has been chosen with deliberation. Love the choice of pillows and cushions. The subtle detailing on the wall is so pretty!
The color combo in this bedroom shows the possibilities with yellow and gray together with black and white. Gray and yellow balance each other quite like ever favorite black and white. The stylish chrome and interesting pattern on the cushions hold the eyes. Beautiful regal!
Simple chic modern living room. If I were to design one for myself, this would be it. Its so delicate, the rose pattern rug, wall hangings and retro lamp. I would snap the tables in a heartbeat! beautiful rustic,and can use them for extra seating.
Darker shade of gray with yellow is so masculine! The color is so dark and rich, and the yellow almost glows. Yet another idea for a makeover for adolescent or teen bedroom. The stripes keeps the whole look very interesting.
Hallway designs are not easy. The space is limited, yet it makes a big impact. It sets the tone to the entire home. This is a fun and fabulous way to decorate a lobby or even under the stairway. Get out those vintage pictures, buy art in black and white, use just one bright color like yellow to jazz it up!!
We have been seeing a lot of modern designs, however the color combination of gray and yellow is equally good in a traditional setup. This living room is brimming with ideas! Look at the interesting curtains and the hardware on the bureau. Retro modern decor is so fascinating!
Very stylized, modern space saving design for teen bedroom. This bedroom utilizes space to the max for two kids. Includes study with cabinets to boot! Yellow keeps the place full of energy and warmth.
Yellow against a slate gray wall is powerful yet elegant. Gray is present in many shades with deliberate pop of yellow to break the monotony and ease the effect. The interesting textures add to the grandness of the room decor.
GARDEN BENCHES; so many choices..........
Let's explore how to narrow down the choices when presented with so many design styles
Vintage or
new?
hand crafted?
simple or ornate?
what color?
where to begin?
In my garden design practice, it is always the same; begin with the architecture
live in a moated castle?
One that possesses a Loggia? This will do
The bench below is perfect, in white or black See the repeated design element? I would have two, on the pea gravel one in front of each end opening. At times the back of a bench can double as porch railing
detroit garden works
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Color choice; aged teak Design choice: simple to not detract from the intriguing architecture |
Color choice: white; stay with the pure stark aesthetic
Design choice; As wonderfully clean and "honest" as the homes design
Color Choice; green painted crates, emphasizing the green of the front door
Design choice; imagining this cottage on the English Norfolk coast, I would love to see a "get-away" behind a potting shed. The whimsical nature of these cottages can be emphasized in the crooked poles
Color choice; We could go green but i would rather see those as 'stand-alones', keying in on the outdoor lamp, the burnished copper looks great
Design choice; Lead by the sheer whimsey of this 'Rumplestilskin' roof and other elements makes for a classic pairing
Color choice; Not yet but given 6 months it will also look weather worn gray
Design choice; Wild, contemporary, artistic, no average bench would do. This design can stand on it's own and has a nearly wind swept appearance already
Color choice; natural and organic colorways as in the stone AND mortar
Design choice; Mid century simplicity of rectilinear design. Instead of playing up the straight lines with a straight sided bench.........at times throwing a "curve" is just what is needed
Color Choice; Natural teak, left to age will ideally match the shingles
Design choice; Classic......meet Classic........the Luytens bench designed by Sir Edwin Luyten (luch-ins) in the early 20th century. It's graceful curves are a perfect offset to a shingle styled home
Color choice; Often I will match an existing element and more often the trim, door or shutters.
Design choice; This particular Victorian Gothic could host this swinging bench under it's porch perfectly.
Color choice; White for pop
Design choice; A stately French manor home, masculine in flavor with an opposing feminine styled bench. The home possesses a roofline that is a strong top feature, the bench provides the same.
Low, long roof = low long bench
Color choice and Design choice; With so much architectural interest the bench should be simple and blend in versus compete.
Design choice; period appropriate, a repeat of the chippendale, and lastly see the panels under the windows, repeated on the bench's center......perfection
Color choice; neutral, the weathered wood is in keeping with the stone wall tones
Design choice; the simplicity. The property is clean lined and not fussy
The color choice; stating the obvious. When a strong element is repeated, particularly at a distance, the entire property appears larger and co-hesive
Design choice; period and regionally appropriate
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somerset bench; $2,395
74w x 24d x 40h
wiltshire bench; $2,119.
54w x 24d x 42h
NOTE: these are very well made benches, all concrete with steel bar and steel plates, my favorites
Join my 'TRAVEL by DESIGN' group to England!
Space is still available for my tour to rural England, Dorset in particular. Sept. 15 through Sept. 22nd.
Antiquing, gardens, shopping, private gardens, private homes. Learn about garden design, history of furniture and interior design
contact me for the details; debra@scentimentalgardens.com
cheers!
Debra
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