Creative Juices Decor: interior design

Top Accessories to Make Your Home Look Like a Magazine

Hi Friends!

Sometimes a blog post idea will hit me out of nowhere - like this one :-) Well actually, it was probably subconscious as I just had a lady ask me this:

"I just remodeled a part of my home and now that it's done, I have NO IDEA what to do! How do I make it look homey, it just looks so bleak and barren."

The answer to this question is: ACCESSORIZE!

I know that some of you are on a very tight budget, so I wanted to help people with ideas on what home accessories are WORTH the investment!

Here is a list of "tried and true" ideas that can really change your home from blah, to WOW:-)

My very first recommendation is to add TEXTURE to your space. The best way to accessorize with texture is to buy a nice throw blanket or greenery

1) A comfy textured throw and pillows

(This is perfect to add some layering on a sofa.....layering really adds that designer touch)

Home Rich Brown Fringed Chenille Throw Blanket Soft & Cozy Warm Chocolate

Pillow Perfect Linen/Red French Postale Rectangular Throw Pillow

I love using a throw (sometimes even a faux fur throw) to add texture to my clients room. Obviously if you are trying to add texture to a kitchen I don't recommend a blanket (even though it might make doing the dishes a little more fun) I would recommend greenery on top of your cabinets.

Above Cabinet Greenery

2.) A pair of wall sconces

(GREAT for on either side of any art piece or mirror!)

Hammered Mirror Wall Sconce - Set of 2

These were one of my favorites! I might just have to find a spot to put these in my own home!

Uttermost Joselyn Small Wall Sconces 6 x 6 x 18" (Set of 2), Bronze

3) A set of pillar candles

(These go so well on ANY mantel area or table top - make sure and get the varying heights!)

Carved Wooden Candle Holder in Different Sizes Set of 3

4) Large wall clock

(It's hard to go wrong with a wall clock, you can find a spot for this type of thing anywhere!)

IMAX Large Wall Clock with Pendulum

5) Greenery

(Buy large for the corner of the room and small for all your table tops. I can not stress enough how much greenery adds to a room!)

Silk Decor Preserved Boxwood Ball Topiary, 8.2-Inch, Green

6.) Wall Decor

Mirrors or any type of art add a LOT to a space.

Metal Wall Decor With Six Round Shaped Plates by Benzara

IMAX Casa Medallion Tiles, Set of 4

Fun accessories - Vases, Pitchers, Wicker Baskets, Mirrors etc.....

(Department stores like Homegoods, TJ Maxx and Ross always have these type of things at great prices too)
Set of 2 Rattan/Metal Lidded Boxes

Large Old World Camping Candle Lantern

This leads into my next big announcement - I started an Amazon Store for my readers!
(if you can't see the store on your reader you can see it on your computer)

I wanted to give you guys great ideas on how to decorate your home with classic accessories for good prices. You guys already know I am a huge stickler for finding bargains. I can not handle finding out that I paid 150.00 for a set of candlesticks when I see another set that I like LATER for 75.00!

I was happy to do some of the researching for you guys :-)

Your Welcome - hee,hee. My clients picture below has quite a few of the accessories above put into "action" :-)

Before and After New Hampshire Home

Accessorizing your space with smart, classic accessories will make it look warm and lovely - it's a fantastic investment for your home. If you are stressing out about how to ARRANGE the accessories, see my How To Decorate Top of Cabinets post. Remember, I'm always here if you guys have any questions!

Amazon links are affiliate links - thanks for supporting the blog :-)

Tried and True Practical Home Decor Solutions

Hi Friends!

How are those New Year Goals coming along :-)
Maybe this year will be my year of organization.....OR at least my attempt at organization!

This makes me smile :-)

I guess my Tried and True posts are becoming a series! Out of the million home decor solutions that have been pinned, there are always a few that are AWESOME and then there are "THE OTHERS" that leave us scratching our heads thinking - HUH??!!??

The latest one I tried (and LOVED) was the silverware organizer turned JUNK drawer organizer. VOILA - all organized - yea!

This is the one I saw off Pinterest......she used it for their bathroom. You can't really see, but each toothbrush spot is labeled with the child's name. I need to do this!

little penelope lane

Here are my favorite practical DECOR solutions I have TRIED OUT and written from reading other's tutorials.

FREE (or nearly free) plate hanger.

(This was such a money saving post for me! Worked perfect!)

All you need is:

Felt

Paperclips

Glue gun

How to use wax paper to put up a gallery wall full of pictures. (this makes it SO easy!!!!!)

All you need is:

Sharpie Pen

Wax paper

Tape

Believe me, I have a LOT of laughable pinterest FAILURES that did not work (um, at ALL) that I could write another full post on. I guess I'll have to save it for one of my Fess Up Friday posts - Pinterest Fails! ha!

For those that missed it, you can see my Tried and True Recipes and my Tried and True Beauty Products!

What idea have YOU used off Pinterest and loved?

Home Decor Ideas - Decorating with Lanterns

Hi Friends!

Every once in a while, there is a home decor accessory that seems to be TIMELESS and always looks great no matter where you put it. Yes, decorating with clocks is definitely timeless (hee,hee) but lately I've noticed so many GREAT decor ideas using old iron/wood lanterns as that timeless, classic accessory.

Let's take a look and be INSPIRED!

I love how they filled the lantern cage with ambient candles. When I went to New Hampshire my friend had some electric candles that I inserted into a lantern she had hanging around her home.

The BEFORE and AFTER pictures!

And for us COLD weather folks (the snow is non stop here!) look how COZY the lanterns make this front porch dusted with snow. I am not sure there is a better accessory for creating a rustic and homey ambiance.

How about inserting a plant into a lantern base - it could look like a mini terrarium! Laura from The Given Life said she used a .99 cent fern from Michaels craft store.

I LOVE this fun outdoor picture below. How creative to use old wine barrels as side tables - it fits perfectly. And look how much the lanterns add to this setting!

Here is another BEFORE and AFTER of my NH friends console table fully accessorized.

Take a look - Up close you can see we used a cute decorative lantern with an automatically lit tealight. You can usually buy great accessory lanterns at Michaels Craft Store. Don't forget to grab a 40% off coupon by doing a Google search before you head out to that store!

Decorating with lanterns can warmly enhance ANY outdoor space.

And only because I mentioned CLOCKS to be another timeless accessory - I had to add this super fun, GIANT kitchen clock.

And this BEAUTIFUL country living back porch clock!

What is your favorite "timeless" home decor accessory?

Enjoy!

Home Decor in Warm Autumn Colors!

Hi Friends :-) Happy Halloween!

Doesn't that just make you smile :-)

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One thing I LOVE about Fall is all the WARM autumn colors that pop up out of no where in nature. I personally tend to decorate around warm Autumn colors......colors that make you feel cozy and ready to cuddle up by the fire. :-) Add a cute fluffy dog and your set - haha!

This Autumn living room setting is wonderful. I SOOOO need a glass of wine and a good book, and then I plan to snuggle in the chair below and listen to peaceful music :-) Agreed? ;-)

Golden Boys and Me

I love the subtle orange pumpkins and leaves that were added to this living room. Perfect Fall accents!

Stone Gable Blog

In my own home, I have a basement wall that was inspired by Fall.....I envisioned a brick wall with pale orange leaves covering it. I used American Clay to create the look.

Upclose of the impressionistic leaf pattern on the wall.

I applied a very similar look of American Clay on one of my clients homes - they love it too!

Here are some WONDERFUL and very inspiration home decors that decorated with warm fall colors and a cozy atmosphere!

Notice the natural elements like the distressed wood and displayed fall leaves. The splashes of orange burlap pillows are perfect. I'm just going to ignore the hanging spider art - hee,hee. That did nothing for me! (except make me want to RUN away!)