Thrifty Thursday: Metallic Accents

 

 

 

You may have noticed that, metallic- any- thing- is all the rage at the moment.

 

 

Well if you are interested in recreating this trending look- for less.

Here's what you will need:

Gold or silver metallic spray paint

(Krylon & Rustoleum make great products and colors)

 

Take a trip to your local thrift store or Goodwill to find something like this

 

(or maybe you already have accents around your house that could use an update)

 

Cover in gold or silver

anddddd

BAM!

an instant update and so cheap to do also!

 

Happy Thrifty-ing!

 

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Trending Now: Indigo

 

This regal color is popping up all over the design scene.

As I always say- if it's happening in the fashion world, you know we will start seeing it over in the design world ASAP.

Here are some beautifully decorated spaces with the vibrant color showing up all over the place.

 

Try out the fabulous color in your own home. Start small with a few accents or go big by painting a wall or two.

 

 

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Obsessed With: Black & White, Maxi & Print

Here are just a few of my current fav’s.

Anything black & White

This color combination is so powerful. It’s bold but yet still sublet.

I also love when there is just a pop of color- like this

 

The Maxi

 

I’m in love with maxi dresses at the moment. Mostly because I am pregnant and they are so easy and so much more comfortable to wear than pants are.
I’ve been on the hunt for cute, cheap maxis where ever I go.

Fabric  Covered Canvas’s

An inexpensive way to add artwork and color to a room

I have three canvas’s I painted awhile ago that don’t go with the décor I have in this apartment. So I plan to cover them with a fun fabric asap and hang them in my living room.

 

What are you obsessing over as of late?

 

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Insiders Tip: Decorating with White

 

For most, white doesn’t seem like the most appealing color to decorate with.

But what you may not know about white is it is one of the easiest, most crisp and chic colors to design around.

 

Take a small space for example; paint the floors and walls white. It will instantly make the room feel and appear larger and brighter.

And entirely white room is also very beautiful- the key is to add in many different textures and tones.

Having an all white space really brings out the different architectural details.

Or try even using white as the neutral background color. Pair it with daring bold prints and bright colors.

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Decorpad

Elle Decor

 

 

 

Trending Now: Color of the Year

Emerald was named the official color of 2013!

 

Pantone 

I am green with envy!

(I thought this saying was rather fitting.)

 

(a little RHWOH action) 

 

I couldn’t be more thrilled that green is the color of choice- it is my absolute favorite. I can NOT wait to integrate this stunning color into some of my designs this year-- starting with my guest room.

 

Green is such a regal color to add to your spaces.

 

This combination of the green and white- really brightens up this whole entry.

 

You don't have to do the entire room in green--

But you could..

 

Or maybe just try simple touches around your space; like these below

 

 

 

 

Just by adding hints of this gorgeous color into your design really makes such a statment.

 

So don’t be afraid to experiment with a bold new color- it’s a new year, be daring!

Happy Decorating!

 

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Elle Decor

Decor Pad

 

  

Trending Now: Polka Dots

 

 Yes, you read correctly. Polka dots!
 

 

This fashion trend is making its way into our interiors-- as they always do.

 

 

Polka Dots create such a bold, graphic statement in your space. Whether it be on the walls, floors, pillows, or your furniture.

So chic

I love the metallic square dots used here.

 

Keep the rest of your color palette pretty simple- to let the dots be the star of the room.

 

Just hits of dots-

 

 

 

Polka dots- add a little something extra to your room. They also give a touch of fun and whimsy too.

 

DIY Tip:

Use your old laundry basket to paint your own dots. So clever!

 

 

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Thrifty Thursday: A DIY Christmas

 

 

It's almost Christmas!!! This year I could NOT wait to decorative our little apartment. I had ideas brewing since September!

I thought I would share some super cheap and easy DIY's with all of you.

 

Ornament Wreath

 

 

Supplies:

Different size ornaments

Wire hanger

hot glue and gun

 

Open the hanger, string ornaments onto wire. Use hot glue just incase some of the ornaments come loose.

 

Total cost = $15.00

 

Finished Wreath

 

Window Display

 

Supplies:

Tension rod

Garland

Dollar store ornaments

ribbon

 

Super simple and inexpensive.

 

Total Cost = $10.00

 

 

Around the house...

The Mantel

(Yes, I wrapped some artwork in wrapping paper!)

 

Our first Christmas Village

(We plan to add to it little by little every year!)

 

You don't have to spend a lot of money to decorate your home for the holidays.

 

Happy Holidays Everyone.

Remember what this season is really about..