Art & Home Accessories

Cut glass from what is known as the brilliant period (1876-1907) is identified by deep cut-outs across the glass surface. More than one glassmaker usually worked on a single cut glass piece: A...

Centerpieces get expensive, especially at a wedding or banquet with dozens of tables. But decorators face the risk of cutting quality when they cut cost. It doesn't have to be that way, though....

A fireplace creates an instant focal point in any room. Many people don’t take full advantage of this focal point, however, as they don’t know the best way to accessorize the mantle. With a few...

A red hurricane vase is simple yet eloquent, and decorating it with your own design will make it a one of a kind. Painting the vase will break up the red color and give it a whole new look. You do...

You do not need an upcoming party to want to decorate your tables. But if you do have a party coming up, you will want some simple and quick ideas you can use to make table decorations. Sometimes...

Floor vases decorated with dried flowers will complement any décor theme or style. Buying a floor vase that is decorated with dried flowers can be costly, but you can make your own with...

Flower vases are usually left unadorned, as the flowers are the main focus on the display. Sometimes, however, you might want to decorate a flower vase if you are using it for a special event,...

Create an interesting centerpiece arrangement with a wooden tray filled with flowers, candles and other decorations to fit any season or occasion. The tray holds a few standard containers that you...

You won’t have to pull out your plastic to buy this new vase. Just take that empty water bottle you’re holding and start creating. You can actually look around the house and grab any plastic...

A doily is a small mat traditionally crocheted using fine cotton or linen thread. Doilies also are made out of paper and sometimes even plastic. They are a great way to dress up a meal or...

There's a time and a place for that refined Victorian teapot holding artfully arranged rosebuds, and there's a time to get fun and funky with your table decor. Whether you prefer shabby chic or...

There are no hard-and-fast rules for decorating a fireplace mantel. How you decorate it depends on your personal taste and style. There are some guidelines you can follow, however, to make your...

Whether you are celebrating Valentine's Day, an engagement, wedding, birthday or anniversary, featuring a beautiful, love-inspired centerpiece on your table will add an air of romance and...

You can craft unusual centerpieces with wire sculptures that stand alone or that can be included with other components such as flowers or stuffed animals. Simple wire sculptures like swirls and...

Creating your own centerpiece is a cost-effective way to decorate your home or save for an event. To make centerpieces that complement a modern style of décor, consider using flowers in...

You can create an unusual centerpiece with a demanding presence from craft wire, crystal prisms and silk flowers. Perfect on an entry table, buffet table or in the front window, these large...

This is a project that you can whip up in 10 minutes! Make a smart centerpiece for any occasion. Just cover a vase with some decorative paper. You can use this idea for wedding decorations,...

Bamboo complements modernistic décors well; it adds a lively, earthy feel, while still remaining somewhat minimalistic for a clean-cut vibe. Bamboo sticks are a low-cost complement to any...

So you just pulled up the old carpet and you wanna know how to reuse it. This is for you. Nifty craft ideas that are easy to do and inexpensive

You may be surprised to hear that something as common as a rock could actually be considered decorative. They certainly can be if you know how to use them. Here's how to master the fine art of...

I was browsing at Target the other day and drooling over their new Arctic Solstice Christmas home decor collection of silvered glass jars and other objects. After looking at the price tag on a...

Natural table settings can be quite beautiful as well as inexpensive to create. Here are some ideas on how to create natural holiday table settings.

It is so much fun to decorate for the holidays that it can be a real letdown when you have to put those Christmas decorations away, especially that lavish and beautiful Christmas centerpiece on...

The most common ways to recycle dried twigs is to weave them into wreaths, insert them in floral arrangements, paint them into miniature Christmas trees or chip them for the compost heap. Here's...

A potpourri warmer is inexpensive to make, and is a lovely gift.

Preserving leaves with glycerin will create pliable leaves that look and feel like natural leaves. If treated properly they will last for years and can be added to seasonal decorations in your...

It is easy to make beautiful arrangements of silk flower potpouri that look elegant and smell divine!

It only takes a few household items and some creativity to create an elegant centerpiece for a dining room table.

It's 5 p.m. on Saturday and all of a sudden you have guests coming over in a few hours—how do you spruce up your table? In this article, I'll offer a few different tips on how to save time, money...

Flowers aren't the only way to bring in fresh elements to your table or countertop! Succulents make the perfect living plant to work with. They last longer, and when placed together in a glass...