Decor Styles

No matter how comfortable the couch or chair is, eventually the color and style is going to fall out of fashion. Replacing furniture every time a trend changes can become expensive, so you may...

Attaching fabric to old doors is an easy, inexpensive way to update the look of a cabinet. Perfect for an old sideboard or nightstand, an upholstered look will add a touch of sophistication and...

The cost of window treatments these days can be astronomical. And in this dismal economy, fancy valances, drapes and blinds are a luxury and not necessarily a necessity. Here’s a great idea for...

Some tables need a tablecloth to protect it from scratches and spills. If you have a table with elegant detailed legs, why not opt for a tablecloth that shows them off instead of hides them? The...

Cottage decor is casual and comfortable featuring soft fabrics and upholstery; crisp whites, creams and colors from the garden; and secondhand objects given a new look and usefulness. Because of...

Down comforter. Those two words imbue a sense of luxury, sensuality, warmth and peaceful sleep. Your bedroom should be a retreat or haven from the everyday busyness of your life, and snuggling...

Pillows are a nice accent in any home. If you can decorate them yourself, then you can add charm and sophistication to a room with little or no cost to you. In this article I will give simple...

If you find yourself on a tight budget, scratching your head to figure out how to find the perfect curtains, look no further than your own bathroom? You heard me right, shower curtains. Shower...

In days before built-in kitchen cupboards, women fashioned curtains from flour sacks and fabric to hide dishes, canned goods and the general array of kitchen goods from plain view. Today, curtains...

If you want a Gothic-style bedroom, there are several basics to the design. Gothic-style rooms use dark colors, dim lighting and a variety of items to create a shadowy ambiance in the room. Rooms...

There's no better way then to dress up your table during the holiday seasons, than with a table runner. Follow this simple instructions to designing, cutting, and sewing your very own holiday...

Decorating an entire home or a single room requires making lots of decisions. It's a task that can be completed essentially by following a few simple rules, whatever your style or personal taste...

For many people, canopy beds evoke images of pink and white checks and princess themes. However, a canopy bed can be remarkably versatile, adding romance and an exotic element to an otherwise...

An Arabian bed canopy creates a lush, romantic atmosphere. Fabrics that incorporate geometric designs in maroons and golds evoke Arabian nights. Adding decorative touches like tassels enhances the...

A safari conjures images of exploration and traveling. An African or jungle landscape often comes to mind. Safari travel is basic and down to earth. Safari decorating lends itself to outdoor...

Add a curtain or a sink skirt to your bathroom sink and add storage and style to your bathroom. A sink curtain will hide those ugly pipes and increase your storage area. The best part is you can...

Sitting in a beige and boring cubicle for nine hours a day can get a bit depressing. For all of us decorators out there, our first instinct is to add some color and life to the little cube. Here...

Looking to spruce up the digs? Consider making simple changes to your lighting, accenting furniture with fabric and incorporating natural elements you pick up during outdoor strolls. By investing...

If you are looking to update a room in your house, window treatments can make a huge impact. However, we want our rooms to be light and airy. Gone are our grandmothers' heavy draperies that make a...

In a truly coordinated bedroom, you often find bedspread and curtains that match. If your style leans toward the feminine look, you might like to include a dust ruffle around your bed. Normal dust...

If you have kids or pets, then you know what they can do to your sofa. However, you can make a simple slipcover that will not only protect your couch but disguise any flaws whenever friends and...

If you are looking for the perfect roman shade to match your décor, this is the project for you! Instead of spending countless hours searching department stores, create your own roman shades...

Slipcovers can make a dramatic difference to the look of a room. Fitting them can be challenging, but rest assured that it is possible!

If you are tired of your plain undressed windows, why not add a simple topper such as a window valance? Window valances are a great way to add color and style to any room. There are a plethora of...

If your loveseat has seen better days, you will be pleased to know that you can turn a bed sheet into a slipcover and you don't even have to know how to sew.

In this article you will find several ways to create wall art that is classy and sophisticated while staying within your budget. This project should cost less than 20 dollars and will last as long...

The 60s are back! You’ve got your bell bottoms, your love beads and your Nehru jacket and you’re diggin’ the vinyl on the turntable, but in comparison to your threads and your sounds, your...

Those bargain silk drapes that you found at the local home store sounded like a great buy but they just don't hang like the ones you see on the package. Really? That is because the photo on the...

Monster trucks are big-wheeled muscular trucks that leap off ramps, hurtle across parked cars and crunch through barriers. In arena exhibitions they are noisy, thunderous, dirt-throwing mechanical...

Twin comforters provide warmth and coziness to our sleep mattresses. Plain designs are easy to make. Coordinate the colors of your room with the fabric textures of your choice, and you will be...

A French Country bedroom instantly creates a cohesive & relaxing space. It can even make you feel like your on vacation or visiting a bed & breakfast. You might want to redo your decor...

When selecting the right style of blind to purchase there are a number of diverse points to judge before committing to your purchase. The more information you can collect about the different...

Drapes are an important facet of any room in your home, and add a finished look to your windows. You probably want beautiful drapes in every room, but they can be expensive to buy. If you are...

If you have recently moved into a new home and don't know what to do to dress up the plain white blinds in the window, why not try sewing your own Roman Blinds? It is easier than you think and you...

You've got a free-standing bar, four bar stools and wall-hung shelves for the bar glassware. Now all you need are some ordinary household items and a few hours, and you can turn your home bar into...

You may be on a budget because of the economy but you may love to shop. To shop you don't have to spend a lot of money to have nice furniture and decor in your home. Buying used and restoring or...

Following my step by step instruction on constructing a head board will add a designers touch you always wanted for your bedroom.

I will talk about design ideas that are fun and easy. You will be amazed how using things in your home and transforming them into other uses or just changing the look of that item. Watch for my...

New furniture and new paint is a great way to update and give new life to an old house. However, it may not always be feasible to buy new furniture--especially if you're looking to replace a...

No matter how hard we try to keep the car clean, the baby's car seat always seems to have a stain or something sticky on it. If you want to bring a worn or soiled car seat back to life, just make...

Large items such as your couch can be expensive to replace. The problem is that eventually, the arms can become worn or stained. But you can make simple, no-sew couch arm covers in a complementary...

Slip-covering dining room chairs is probably the most popular of all slipcover projects. You can change the entire look of your chairs simply by refinishing or painting the wood and changing the...

When sewing slipcovers, it is best to use solid fabrics. For this wingback chair project, it will be easier if you don't match patterns and colors. It is best to choose inexpensive fabrics so that...

Cottage-style decorating evokes a feeling of cozy, lived-in furniture. Mismatched pieces of furniture that are a little rough around the edges give the feeling of history and warmth. Fabrics can...

Outfitting your living space with flea market finds is an exciting way to create or reinvent décor for the first-time apartment renter and the established homeowner alike. However, with its...

Picking a furniture color can be overwhelming. You might want something different from the typical microfiber sofa but it just seems like too much of a commitment. The furniture color will be...

Instead of subjecting yourself--and your wallet--to sky-high home-store prices for curtains, it pays to go to your local fabric shop, pick up some material and do it yourself. To make your own...

An easy way spruce up a room is to reupholster old furniture. Next time, when you want a new item, look in the garage for an old chair, or simply use an existing furniture piece and add new fabric...

Making a Valance for your window.

Of all the design and decor themes that can be incorporated into a room, an Indian inspired theme can bring together colors and textures for a truly stunning effect. The bright colors, rich tones...