10 Things You Should Avoid Doing When Decorating

Each home is unique so decorating it is a very personal thing. Every choice and decision you make needs to be based on facts and preferences. So instead of giving you advice on how you should decorate your home without knowing all the details, we’ve decided it’s better to tell you what not to do. There are many mistakes people usually make when decorating their homes and they live to regret it so here are some tips that could help you.
Don’t choose trends over timeless.

Trends come and go so invest in a piece that’s trendy right now is not very smart. Try instead to invest on pieces that look great regardless of the trends, timeless designs and versatile accessories.

Don’t paint before you furnish.

Paint is available in every color imaginable so it’s better to leave this choice for later. Before you choose the paint color, choose other elements like the carpeting, the furniture, the fabric, etc. These are elements restricted by color and other things.
Don’t make your favorite color the main one.

Your favorite color shouldn’t be the main color for the interior design. It should be an accent shade. This way it stands out more and it’s better highlighted. Your favorite color should pop instead of disappearing in the background.
Don’t make things match.

Sometimes things don’t fit the way they should. In such cases, it’s best not to make things match just because you have them. For example, just because two pieces have the same color doesn’t mean that they go well together.
Don’t choose colors on the spot.

Deciding on colors or fabric on the first trip to the store is not a very good idea. You should always ask for samples to take home with you and to see exactly how they would look like in that particular environment.
Don’t push all your furniture against the walls.


Unless you have no other choice, don’t let the furniture hug the walls. Try instead to group up the pieces for a more comfortable atmosphere. The center of the room shouldn’t be empty.
Don’t obstruct access.

You need to be very careful when placing the furniture in a room. It’s important not to create barriers. So make sure the chairs don’t incommode anyone trying to pass through that area and never obstruct access to traffic areas.
Don’t keep things you don’t like.

Sometimes people tend to keep things in the house simply because they feel that they should. Just because you’ve inherited something or because someone gave you an item as a gift doesn’t mean that you have to keep it in the house. Throw away anything you don’t like or need.
Don’t display everything you have.

If you’re a collector or if you have lots of personal things that can be displayed doesn’t mean you have to showcase them all. Too many personal items can ruin the atmosphere and the décor. So be selective and choose the most important ones.
Don’t settle for something you’re not crazy about.

Never settle for something just because it’s a little cheaper or more convenient. If you truly love something, find a way to include it in your home’s décor. So dare to be bold and to have things that you love or you’ll regret it later.
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12 Fall Décor Ideas For And From The Garden

Once fall gets comfortable in your region you start to notice all sorts of changes in nature. For example, your garden suddenly doesn’t look as fresh and cheerful as it once did. But this doesn’t make it less beautiful. Instead of being sad that summer is gone, how about you embrace the new season and you give your garden a fall makeover? Here are a few ideas.
Fence decorations.

Try to find leaves with different shapes, sizes and colors to create a unique combo
First you’ll have to take a look around and try to find as many beautiful and unique leaves as you can. Put them in between the pages of a book and let them dry completely, then glue onto pages from the book and make bunting for the garden fence.{found on simpleasthatblog}.

Porch décor.

Put all the goodies in a cart and use leaves, grass, flowers and branches to decorate it
Although technically this isn’t something you make for the garden, it’s a very nice porch décor which you can make using things from your garden. Use things like pumpkins, flowers, branches and other goodies you can find and display them at the entrance.{found on hoosierhomemade}.
An old chair.

Decorate an old chair with potted plants or with goodies from your garden
Do you, by any chance, have an old chair just lying around in your house or in your garage and you’re thinking of throwing it out but you can’t seem to say goodbye? Well you don’t have to because you know a great way in which you can use it.{found on site}.
Wheelbarrow décor.

Fill the wheelbarrow with soil and use it as a large planter or a container for garden goodies
An old wheelbarrow would also make a wonderful decoration for the garden. You don’t even have to give it a makeover. The older it is, the more charming it will look.{found on site}.
Pumpkin décor.

Decorate the pumpkins with anything you can find in the garden and be creative
Of course, the most common decoration this season is the pumpkin. And what could be a more appropriate garden decoration than a pumpkin accessorized with plants, fruits and seeds from your own garden?
Bird feeder.

You can use any type of pumpkin with any shape
Pumpkins can also be used in numerous other ways. For example, you could make a pumpkin bird feeder and hang it in a tree from your garden.{found on hoosierhomemade}.
Mailbox décor.

Use corn stalks and flowers to give the mailbox a lovely fall look
Since we were talking about ways in which you can make your outdoors more beautiful, how about we talk about the mailbox which is often neglected? Give it a fall makeover with things from your garden.{found on site}.
Front door décor.

Corn stalks greeting guests for Thanksgiving at the front door – a very seasonal idea
Speaking of corn stalks, they can also be used for other types of decors. For example, use them for the front door. Let them lean on the walls on either side of the door and use fruit or flowers as accessories.{found on statebystategardening}.
Unique sculpture.

This is a more unusual way of using pumpkins and recycled wood
This is the Pumpkin King and he’s made out of wood and he has baskets as shoes and a pumpkin as head. You can make one too when you have some spare time.{found on hoosierhomemade}.
Window boxes.

The pumpkins and the gourds don’t have to replace the flowers. They can complement them
Usually, we enjoy seeing fresh plants and colorful flowers at the windows but fall is not as friendly with them as summer. So instead you can use pumpkins and gourds for the window boxes.{found on site}.
Hay bale décor.

Use a hay bale as a decoration for the front door entrance along with pumpkins and flowers

The bale can be the support structure for the planters and decorations


Hay bales are very versatile and they’re great for décor. You can use them in many creative ways in your garden but also at the entrance or on your porch.
For the stairs.

Take a bunch of different pumpkins and display them on the stairs
If you have stairs leading to your front door entrance then you definitely have to decorate them this fall. Use pumpkins and flowers along with anything else you can find in the garden.{found on theessenceofhome}.

Window Boxes – They Really Have Curb Appeal

What makes a home look appealing when you first approach it? Is it the color of the exterior, the design or maybe it’s the little details such as the flowers at the windows. Well, window boxes are definitely one of the elements meant to make a home look beautiful and one of the few details that most people agree it’s beautiful. How can you not like flowers at your windows?

Symmetry offers a very clean and organized look and the color makes the windows pop


The burst of color is amazing and the whole combination is very refreshing

The colors of the house’s exterior design are also reflected in the choice of flowers for the windows

The attic level has a very nice floral arrangement with a wavy look

Given the richness of the outdoor landscape, the window boxes are just a small extra detail

Small floral arrangements can also be charming and they can also be very practical

Technically shelves, these elements combine diversity and boldness

Although not very flashy, the window boxes in this case give the house a charming look
These window boxes are not just designed to make the house look nice. Even though they’re outside, they have an impact on the interior as well. Just imagine yourself waking up in the morning and going to the window. You take in the fresh air infused with the beautiful scent of the flowers and you admire a very nice décor. It’s very refreshing.
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Hot Trend: Snake Décor

Snake-inspired décor is trendy when it comes to clothing and jewellery, but décor too! The beauty about snake décor is that you don’t have to use items that resemble snakes completely. You can bring shapes, colors, and patterns to the living space that hint to snake charm in a subtle way. Here are some ways to make the hot snake trend work in your home without being tacky.
Snakes on a Ceiling.

Swirly Lights in Snake Shapes
Snake lighting – those fixtures that curl and curve, mimicking snakes – can be a trendy way to add a bit of elegance to your home.


Mesh Snake Lighting with Various Themes
Unique fixtures and lighting options are always a winner, and snake-inspired ones work well with many décor styles, bringing the look home. Even if the lights are your only snake-inspired piece, they are creative and intriguing without requiring much else.
A Touch of Wild.

Décor Details are Sophisticated and Sassy
A small snake-inspired item can bring a touch of the wilderness and elegance to a room. As can be seen in the picture above, a lampstand with a snake pattern provides a bold element while working well with the colour palette of the room.

Mystical and Eye-Catching
Another example is to choose a decorative side-table that contains snake-like appeal, such as being formed in a twisted ‘S’ shape. This is much more unique than a standard, square furniture piece.
Snakeskin Staircase.

Design Your Tiles in a Snakeskin Pattern
You can even create snake appeal in your home design with the use of mosaic tiles. Choose three tile colors and then create a pattern that mimics snakeskin. Make the pattern occur in a patchy design, and create various rows of it. This design can be used on the floor, on an accent wall, or on a staircase.
Wavy Walls.

Sand-Like Walls Resemble Snake Path
Wall coverings or textured paints can also evoke a feeling of snakes. For instance, a textured wall with a gentle squiggly pattern on it can make one think of snakes moving through sand. Choosing such a paint or accent wall in an earthy tone or hot metal, such as brass or gold, creates a bold statement.
Shed the Old Snakeskin.

Electric and Eclectic
You can go one step further and use faux snakeskin in different colors. A bright turquoise wall in a snake pattern can be effective, without looking overdone. When used in a Greek or Rustic styled room, it can be gorgeous. Make it the focal point of the room and subdue its strength with natural colors and soft fabrics in the rest of the living space.
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10 Apps To Help With Your Home Decor Projects

Technology is a wonderful thing. There are so many different apps and online tools available to help people with a variety of projects. And home design is no different. Here are 10 apps to help with various aspects of home design and renovation projects.
Dream Home.

Start your home décor app adventures with some inspiration. Dream Home contains a variety of constantly updated home designs to give you ideas and keep you constantly inspired.Available on iTunes and Android.

Houzz Interior Design Ideas.

This app also includes a variety of home décor images for inspirational purposes, but it also allows you to save your favorites into galleries so that you can refer back to them later.Available on iTunes and Android.
Handy Man DIY.

If you’re taking a DIY approach to decorating your home, you might need some assistance or guidance. Handy Man DIY offers instructions and videos for everything from installing flooring to compiling materials lists.Available on iTunes.
SketchBook Pro.

This digital sketchbook allows you to draw out all of your own ideas so that you can easily visualize what your room might look like and then show it to others.Available on iTunes and Android.
Fabric U.

If you’re working on any upholstery or sewing projects, this is a great app for beginners. It provides links to videos and tutorials as well as information about different kinds of fabrics.Available on iTunes and Android.
Sherwin-Williams ColorSnap.

This app allows you to take a photo of your room and see what it might look like with different paint colors so that you can know for sure what you like before making any purchases.Available on iTunes and Android.
Palettes.

Not sure what colors you want to include in your room? The Palettes app allows you to take a picture of anything that inspires you – flowers, clothing, other rooms – and it will turn the photo into a color scheme that you can use in your design choices.Available on iTunes.
SnapShop Showroom.

This app allows you to upload a photo of your room, and then browse online stores from popular retailers and see how the furniture might fit into your space.Available on iTunes.
iHandy Level.

Already one of the most popular in the App Store, iHandy Level turns your smartphone basically into a level to assist in hanging art and other home design projects.Available on iTunes and Android.
Photo Measures Lite.

This app allows you to take a picture of your room and easily measure different parts of your room and save the measurements directly on your phone.Available on iTunes and Android.
These apps are just the tip of the iceberg – there are so many more to choose from, depending on your project and personal taste. Do you have any other favorite home décor apps?

3 Ways to Add Surprise Colorful Details to Your Home

Bright colors and patterns can be a great way to add personality and style to your home, but including them in large quantities can seem overwhelming, particularly in a smaller space. Luckily, there are more subtle ways of including bright colors in your home. Here are a few different places to include colorful details that might surprise you.
Inside Cabinets.

You likely have a number of cabinets and shelves in your home. And if you’re looking to add color to your space, you’ve probably also considered painting them. But if they take up a lot of space in your room, very bright colors could be a little too much.


However, you can paint just the insides of each cabinet or shelf for a less in-your-face look. You can either do this with bookshelves that are open so that the pops of color are always showing, or you can even paint the insides of cabinets with doors so that you can just see them when the doors are open.
Drawer Sides.

When you think about adding bright colors to drawers in your home, you probably think of painting the front of each drawer. But if you want to go for a subtle, more surprising effect, you can paint the sides of each drawer so that the color only shows when you pull out each drawer. This can be applied to the drawers in your kitchen, on your dresser, and in other parts of your home.
Furniture Legs.

Want colorful furniture? Buy colorful pieces or paint them yourself. Want just a little bit of color added to your furniture? Paint small parts of them. Couches, chairs, and tables often have legs that aren’t totally hidden but also aren’t the main thing you see when you look at each piece. Add a bright coat of paint to the legs that complements the piece as a whole and you’ll have a surprising pop of color.


Whether you are always drawn to bright colors or you’re more of a neutral person who just wants to add a little bit of interest to your home design, adding surprise pops of color can be a great way to make your home stand out from the rest.

These are just a few ideas, so just keep an eye out for little details in your home that might benefit from a fresh coat of brightly colored paint or some wallpaper.