Decorating, planning and designing a nursery are wonderful ways in which you can prepare for the arrival of your little princess. There is nothing more delightful than watching those bright little eyes survey their room for the very first time and if they are indeed old enough, then giggle with joy before exploring and often ripping out things in their own cute little way. One of the most important parts of a kid’s bedroom is the crib itself and since they do spend plenty of time sleeping, it would be apt to pay extra attention to their bedding. Baby bedding sets for girls come in a grand array of options and the modern trend is to create designs in simple geometric shapes that are sleek, stylish and contemporary so as to ensure thatthey blend in with the rest of the house. But we have gone the classic way to give you 25 truly ‘girl’ designs and not simply unisex bedding set ideas that work well for both boys and girls. Take a dive in to check them out- Aesthetics mixed with ErgonomicsThe most important thing to remember when you are picking up a bedding set for your little girl is the comfort aspect of it all. While looks, color, themes and patterns are still important it is best to pick high quality fabric that is easy on the kid’s skin, which is particularly sensitive. Make sure there is enough cushioning as jumping around is most likely their favorite part time and by ensuring that there are sufficient number of layers for padding, you make the crib safe for your baby girl. Themes and PatternsKids do recognize various colors and patterns from a very young age and they can definitely make out the difference between the darker shades from the lighter ones. If your room theme is skewed towards simple and neutral colors, then it is best to pick bedding and décor that is dark and is in solid colors. Whether you are employing vintage designs, modern patterns or bedding inspired by famous Disney characters of animal patterns, it is best to include wide array of colors in a subtle fashion.
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If you’ve ever walked past a home goods storefront window and drooled over their layered patterns, or sighed wistfully at the pages of a home décor magazine filled with photos of mixed print textiles, then this post is certainly for you. Many design novices or reformed minimalists are afraid to mix patterns for fear that their décor attempt will look like nothing more than an explosion of clashing prints, colors and textures. This is a legitimate apprehension, of course, because we’ve all seen the outcome of poor design work. In order to avoid your home resembling a pile of dirty laundry, heed the following tips:
Make It SparkleNew Year’s Eve imagery is filled with twinkle lights and glitter. And even if your event is on New Year’s Day, you will want to add a little bit of sparkle. The good news for you: there are many tools at your disposal when it comes to making the party shimmer. You can start by having your Christmas lights pull double duty. White lights are particularly glamorous, especially if you hang them strategically… [from Eats and Beats] A glittering garland can also do the trick. In the image below, we see the power of metallics, as well as white stars. [from by Brea McDonald and Beautiful Days via The Sweetest Occasion] If you’re feeling particularly crafty, you can even make your own garland. The internet is filled with DIY garland projects to choose from. We’re partial to this DIY Triangle Fringe Garland project from Mint Love Social Club: To make the decor sentimental, try creating your very own memory tree to celebrate the year that has passed. This activity can even be done with children to commemorate the new year. Then have it star as a centerpiece at your party! Check out Fiskars for the full DIY: One EASY idea… go with store-bought decorations. We’re not kidding. When people hear the phrase “new year,” their minds fill with confetti and streamers. These items are affordable and easily accessible at your local party supply store. Sprinkle them on tabletops and serving trays, and voila–instant festivity! [from Information Vine] Cook Some Food, Buy Some FoodOne sure-fire way to enjoy your party to the fullest is not to cook everything yourself. If you want to cater the whole thing, you have our blessing. But some hosts prefer the special touch of offering at least some homemade treats. You can always prepare some of your own food, then supplement it with a few store-bought edibles. Or have a trusted friend/guest bring an item to add to your stash. Don’t hesitate to make things easy! For example, you can heat soup from your favorite market, then pour it into shot glasses for no-spill eating. Garnish with grilled cheese sandwiches and you have a foodie masterpiece! [from Quick Dish] Gourmet cookies are desish! Make a batch, then add some treats from your favorite bakery. Arrange them on a tray, and you have a dessert centerpiece. [from Harps Food Stores] It also helps to prepare items that offer a lot of bang for the buck. What’s prettier than festive canapes topped with the spread of your choice, plus pomegranate seeds, red onion and herbs? Art on a plate! [from House to Home]
Christmas night is speeding towards you and it’s high time you start decorating for the celebration. Decoration on the doors is the key for any celebrations. We have some creative suggestions for the front door makeover this season. Different varieties of wreaths come into mind when you think about the Christmas decorations for your front door. Hang unique wreaths like candy-cane wreath, Christmas ball wreath, recycle wreath, cloth wreath and the like on your front door and welcome Christmas. Complement these garlands by pasting bows and holiday stickers. Also, try hanging Christmas stocking adorned with sprigs and cinnamon sticks to the front door. Another option will be to place a small artificial Christmas tree in a wicker basket outside the front door. Cover it with a burlap garland and add weather resistant plastic ornaments and pine cones. You can bring in a feel of snowflakes by attaching shapes out of white painted twigs. You can also make unique Christmas door decorations from vintage items like a snow sled or an old-fashioned ice-skates. Make it beautiful by adorning it with evergreen garland, ornaments, pine cones, and a munificent satin red bow.
Hang along the front door lane delicate snowflake decorations with a waterproof paper. You can also personalize your front door decorations with a family monogram with other embellishments. Having a banner or bubble letters that scream out “Merry Christmas” on the door top is a must. Tap your creativity to bring unique things to the front door decoration that can stir up the Christmas feel to you and your family. Keep it simple, less crowded but elegant, and welcome Christmas with vigor. Christmas is just round the corner. Are you still stuck on your decoration plans? Let us see whether we can give you some ideas on how to adorn your home. Many tend to confine their decorations to a single room or yard where probably the Christmas tree is placed. That, we think, is very sober as far as the vibrant Christmas season is concerned. Blend in to the mood of Christmas and acknowledge the festivities by spreading the decoration to the whole of your home. Christmas trees and mangers can be decorated with petty gifts, mini lights and similar small ornaments. Hang various shaped stars outside your main door. Take your festival celebration beyond your living room and family room. You can also choose the most used room in the home – bathroom – for decoration. Use small, affordable embellishes like pictures and shiny balls to border your bathroom wall. If you want to be more subtle, go for special toiletries like Christmas bath towels. Or change your bathmat or shower curtain into Christmas themed one. Don’t forget the kitchen. Acknowledge the role the kitchen plays in preparing a Christmas dinner. Add merriment to the preparation using some nontoxic decorations. Go for Christmas theme potholders, over mitts, and kitchen towels. If you are ready to spent more cash, you can buy some Christmas themed kitchenware like bowls, plates, and cups that can be classified to be used for special occasions. You can go for subtle decorations for your bedroom, but children and teenagers would like some loud adornments and lightings. Hang lights around the perimeters of your child’s room, and fill the room with Christmas pictures and adornments. (Don’t forget to keep the Xmas gifts in their cupboard at the eve as well!) You can place some Christmas related cardboard cutouts in your room and also in the courtyard. They can be shapes of reindeer, Santa, snowman and angels. Show off your Christmas spirit by scattering your decoration outside the boundary of the building. There are many Christmas lights devoted to outside decorations. A few Christmas signs, large inflatable and nativity displays can come in handy.
These ideas are just a few tips. How well you utilize them will depend on your attitude, creativity and spirit of celebration. The bottom-line is to enjoy your Christmas the way you prefer. When it comes to choosing décor for your home, it’s often the simplest choices that end up being the most difficult. A coffee table may seem to be nothing more than a standard piece of furniture – an after-thought once the sofas, chairs and other pieces have been selected. However, after taking into account the many other factors you’ll need to consider, it may become a much bigger job than you’ve anticipated. To choose the right coffee table, as with any other living room furniture piece you’ll need to determine the table’s primary role. In most cases, a coffee table is just that – a place to rest your tea cup as well as trays of biscuits, magazines or even your iPad. In other cases, a coffee table can become an oversized ottoman for tired feet, remote controls and video game paraphernalia. If it’s the latter, you may want to opt for an upholstered, quilt-top style table. Arranging Living Room FurnitureConsider your ideal coffee table’s size. If the table is to sit in front of the sofa, it should be no longer than two-thirds the length of the sofa. Generally, coffee tables are between 15 to 20 inches tall, so make sure the height of the table matches the height of your sofa as well. In terms of visual space, if you’re placing the table in a small room then you may want to consider a glass coffee table. Because it’s transparent, it won’t feel as bulky as a solid wood table. If the room is large, then you may prefer a more dominant piece.
Lastly, remember that, whether intentional or not, your coffee table will also act as a display space. Anything seated upon this table will become part of the décor of the room – so, be sure to keep it clean and tidy. If you and your family have a tendency to pile on the clutter, you may want to invest in a coffee table with storage. There are several ways through which you can make your home a haven from the hustle and bustle of the outside world, a home full of contentment and a reflection of who you truly are without spending more than your budget. One of such ways is through the use of wall decals. Yes, with a wall decal, you can add unique character to the bare interiors of your home. There are lots of options available for you both in design, color and theme. It does not matter whether it is an apartment, nursery, living room or bedroom that you wish to transform, you will always get the type of wall decals that will suit your needs in terms of style, themes, quotes and colors. Bold Prints and Designs for Apartments:If yours is an apartment, you can actually transform the bare look of the home by going for designs and shapes that are not only bold but also make it possible for you to bring creativity into your living space. Whether you want a retro look or something more modern, with the use of wall decals, you can always add that perfect finish to your apartment’s interiors. With a bold design on a solid backdrop, you are sure to leave a lasting impression on your guests and create a focal point that inspires. Getting Creative in your Living Room:If there are particular traits or characters that you want imbibed in your home or your family is known for, you can have them etched as quotes. It could also be a poem or something that inspires members of the family on daily basis. Go ahead and get creative with the wall decals. Your living room can be a creative place to put an accent wall of color, or use your wall decals to add drama. Using Wall Decals in the Nursery:If you have a desire to transform your baby’s room with the use of whimsical murals, you don’t have to be an artist or pay one to do that for you. This is where wall decals come in because with them, you can create animals, trees, butterflies and even fruits and flowers within the interiors of the nursery. Even when you choose, you can decorate the wall with the baby’s name, either in full or initials, with the use of monogram wall decals. As the baby gets older, you can make changes to the theme of the decal to suit what the child favors. Transform your Bedroom:This is another place where you can use the monogram wall decals. You can create the sleep symbol or in a situation where there are multiple children sharing a bedroom, create their initials along the wall within their spaces or right above their beds.
This way, you are able to individualize their spaces and give them more private use of their bed spaces. In a case where the kids’ choices vary, especially when it comes to color, you can vary the color used in creating the monogram wall decals but they should be such colors that coordinate the overall theme of the bedroom. |
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