Have you been struggling with thoughts for a great gift for Mother's Day and you're coming up short on ideas? If you don't want to get Mom yet another bottle of perfume or something to wear, why not give her something special to remember your love and affection all year round?
Art always makes an outstanding gift and you can get your mother something to highlight a collection she already has such as cat related objects or items that are pink and rosy. You can get a sculpture of a regal cat for her to place on a table and fondly think of you every time she sees it or you can get her a custom framed artwork for her walls.
Once you choose the print you would like, you can get the artwork custom framed. A good rule of thumb is to choose the frames in the same wood tone as the main furniture in the room. However there is one piece that you want to highlight, such as Mom has a beautiful antique cherry wood table among her many pieces, go for a cherry wood finish on the frame to highlight that piece of furniture and add unity to the decor.
It's easy to give the gift of custom framed art to Mom for Mother's Day. Just find a print that really fits her style and then choose your frame accordingly. It can be made and delivered in time to make a great Mother's Day Gift she'll cherish for years to come.
Friday, April 27, 2007
Thursday, April 26, 2007
Tips for Accent Colors
One of the hardest things for many people to do when they are setting up their interior decor is to choose their accent colors.
An easy way to find your accent color is to decide what the main color of your room will be. Then you will want to go one of two main ways. You can either choose a color or two that will contrast with your color creating a real lively effect in your room; or you can choose a color or two that will blend with your main color and create a subtle effect usually associated with a more casual feel to an interior.
If you already have some decor items in your room,you can find wonderful inspirations for using colors you may not have considered. Look at a pillow on your sofa and the colors in the fabric or at your window treatments for additional color choices and you can even find inspiration in the humble area rug on your floor. All of these things can be used to find accent colors as well as bring the accent colors together in your room and make your design flow.
Some interior designers will build an entire decor around the most humble and simple of ideas. Sometimes a bowl of lemons has been used as inspiration for making a sunny, bright kitchen area. A standing vase of lilies with their gentle lines and colors may inspire a soft palette of color in your living room. Others have used a single artwork as the main contributor of the color choices in a room.
No matter what you use as inspiration for your main colors and your accent colors, remember to choose the colors that you think look well and make you feel good about your room - that way you'll have an interior decor design with your own personal touch.
An easy way to find your accent color is to decide what the main color of your room will be. Then you will want to go one of two main ways. You can either choose a color or two that will contrast with your color creating a real lively effect in your room; or you can choose a color or two that will blend with your main color and create a subtle effect usually associated with a more casual feel to an interior.
If you already have some decor items in your room,you can find wonderful inspirations for using colors you may not have considered. Look at a pillow on your sofa and the colors in the fabric or at your window treatments for additional color choices and you can even find inspiration in the humble area rug on your floor. All of these things can be used to find accent colors as well as bring the accent colors together in your room and make your design flow.
Some interior designers will build an entire decor around the most humble and simple of ideas. Sometimes a bowl of lemons has been used as inspiration for making a sunny, bright kitchen area. A standing vase of lilies with their gentle lines and colors may inspire a soft palette of color in your living room. Others have used a single artwork as the main contributor of the color choices in a room.
No matter what you use as inspiration for your main colors and your accent colors, remember to choose the colors that you think look well and make you feel good about your room - that way you'll have an interior decor design with your own personal touch.
Wednesday, April 25, 2007
Decorating with Frames
When you look around your room do you feel something is missing? It might be your wall space that is throwing off your room.
First of all, if you have large areas of wall space that are shining out - don't run and start slapping artworks or shelves on the your walls; that is the worst thing you can do. Instead, look at your walls and envision patterns you can create on your wall.
You can cover a wall in framed artworks and it can look like absolute junk or you can actually take the time to arrange your framed artworks and let the frames service as the markers for a pattern and you can create something really nice to look at that will uplift the feel of your room.
Use groups of similarly shaped artworks and look at the shapes of the frames alone for making a design on your wall. A grouping of herbs in your kitchen in a square shape or turn it a little sideways and make a diamond shaped display of your framed artworks for an interesting placement.
In your living room - consider using a large artwork and then smaller artworks around it to highlight the large piece as well as creating an interesting display of smaller artworks. You can also create interest by using artworks with a similar theme around each other - or even photos of yourself and family members in fun frames.
There you have it, use these tips and liven up your walls using frames. You can create shapes and eye-pleasing designs that will add immensely to your decor.
First of all, if you have large areas of wall space that are shining out - don't run and start slapping artworks or shelves on the your walls; that is the worst thing you can do. Instead, look at your walls and envision patterns you can create on your wall.
You can cover a wall in framed artworks and it can look like absolute junk or you can actually take the time to arrange your framed artworks and let the frames service as the markers for a pattern and you can create something really nice to look at that will uplift the feel of your room.
Use groups of similarly shaped artworks and look at the shapes of the frames alone for making a design on your wall. A grouping of herbs in your kitchen in a square shape or turn it a little sideways and make a diamond shaped display of your framed artworks for an interesting placement.
In your living room - consider using a large artwork and then smaller artworks around it to highlight the large piece as well as creating an interesting display of smaller artworks. You can also create interest by using artworks with a similar theme around each other - or even photos of yourself and family members in fun frames.
There you have it, use these tips and liven up your walls using frames. You can create shapes and eye-pleasing designs that will add immensely to your decor.
Tuesday, April 24, 2007
It's Okay to Use Purple
When you were little, was your favorite color purple? When you were older did you find yourself drawn to purple clothing? If there were multiple color choices of a particular item, did you always pick the purple one? If that's you, you might be relieved to know, it's okay to use purple in your interior decor too.
Once upon a time, interior designers everywhere might have grabbed their hearts and fallen over, however color experimentation in small doses can lead to an eye-pleasing design that is uniquely "you".
First of all, don't go crazy and invest in an entirely purple decor. Too much of any one color is overbearing, even the mildest of beiges can be overpowering when used extensively in an interior. Instead, use complimentary colors and add purples in your decor in subtle ways.
On your sofa add pillows in a lighter and darker shades of purple. Change out your window treatments to fabrics that have a hint of purple and tie them back with purple ties in the same color as your pillows; this will create a wonderful color flow throughout that area of your room.
Your walls can sing with color with a beautiful artwork featuring purple lavender fields or lilacs in bloom. You can further accent your room with fresh bouquets of flowers and if you have a green thumb, a potted lilac bush or lavender will usually grow indoors nicely and perfume your room with their gentle scents.
See? You can incorporate your favorite color in many areas of your room and still not raise the eyebrows of your most conservative relatives.
Once upon a time, interior designers everywhere might have grabbed their hearts and fallen over, however color experimentation in small doses can lead to an eye-pleasing design that is uniquely "you".
First of all, don't go crazy and invest in an entirely purple decor. Too much of any one color is overbearing, even the mildest of beiges can be overpowering when used extensively in an interior. Instead, use complimentary colors and add purples in your decor in subtle ways.
On your sofa add pillows in a lighter and darker shades of purple. Change out your window treatments to fabrics that have a hint of purple and tie them back with purple ties in the same color as your pillows; this will create a wonderful color flow throughout that area of your room.
Your walls can sing with color with a beautiful artwork featuring purple lavender fields or lilacs in bloom. You can further accent your room with fresh bouquets of flowers and if you have a green thumb, a potted lilac bush or lavender will usually grow indoors nicely and perfume your room with their gentle scents.
See? You can incorporate your favorite color in many areas of your room and still not raise the eyebrows of your most conservative relatives.
Monday, April 23, 2007
Breaking the Boring Beige Rut
And then before you knew it, your entire home was beige. Relaxing but boring, earthy beige. It's easy to fall into a beige rut and fortunately it is also easy to break out of if you just use the magic of color around your room and you'll realize an entirely new life to your room that you didn't have before.
First of all, make a note of your room and if you're working in a living room, add colorful pillows on the sofa and chair. A colorful throw on a chair with an ottoman is another way to bring subtle hints of brightness into your room. Area rugs too can do a great job of blending beige tones with bright colors. Many people use the colors in their area rugs to tie in colors for the entire room and it works just beautifully.
Wake up your walls with splashes of color. If you don't have to paint all your walls, just one in a pretty accent color will make your entire room crackle with life. Another way to get this effect of color is to use either fabric to cover a wall or use a large artwork with brilliant colors.
In your kitchen, use framed prints of green herbs to bring life to your walls. Add real herbs or just leafy green plants to your windowsill and you'll notice an immediate uplift in the entire mood of your kitchen area.
There is so much can do with just a little color. Experiment in one room and when you see the difference it can make, you'll wind up working on every room in your home and the result will be a cozy yet very alive place to call home.
First of all, make a note of your room and if you're working in a living room, add colorful pillows on the sofa and chair. A colorful throw on a chair with an ottoman is another way to bring subtle hints of brightness into your room. Area rugs too can do a great job of blending beige tones with bright colors. Many people use the colors in their area rugs to tie in colors for the entire room and it works just beautifully.
Wake up your walls with splashes of color. If you don't have to paint all your walls, just one in a pretty accent color will make your entire room crackle with life. Another way to get this effect of color is to use either fabric to cover a wall or use a large artwork with brilliant colors.
In your kitchen, use framed prints of green herbs to bring life to your walls. Add real herbs or just leafy green plants to your windowsill and you'll notice an immediate uplift in the entire mood of your kitchen area.
There is so much can do with just a little color. Experiment in one room and when you see the difference it can make, you'll wind up working on every room in your home and the result will be a cozy yet very alive place to call home.
Saturday, April 21, 2007
Thomas Kinkade
The work of Thomas Kinkade is known throughout the world. You find it in countless prints, hopping malls, holiday season gifts, calendars, and so on. He is perhaps the most celebrated artist of his time. His work is simple, yet it captures the light in a fashion that astounds us all. His print, "First Snow" is a simple scene of winter's first true expression in the early evening. This will make the perfect gift for your own collection or that of someone else's. And it doesn't have to be given just during the holiday season either. "Pathway to Paradise" is a favorite among many art collectors. He brilliantly captures the light as it cascades through the tress and beckons one to walk the pathway.
One can only imagine the time he must spend in his private gallery painting surreal images of the world and life. No one can doubt that this world is a better place because of it. You can find many of his exceptionally fine quality prints at Gallery Direct Art where the order processing is simple. Thomas Kinkade's "Open Gate" had a hidden meaning. An open gate beckons you to walk through to discover the mysteries on the other side. This print, and more await you at Gallery Direct At.
You'll find new releases, framed prints, sculptures, and limited editions. The customer service is great too. If there are every any problems, just call the toll free number and check your order status.
One can only imagine the time he must spend in his private gallery painting surreal images of the world and life. No one can doubt that this world is a better place because of it. You can find many of his exceptionally fine quality prints at Gallery Direct Art where the order processing is simple. Thomas Kinkade's "Open Gate" had a hidden meaning. An open gate beckons you to walk through to discover the mysteries on the other side. This print, and more await you at Gallery Direct At.
You'll find new releases, framed prints, sculptures, and limited editions. The customer service is great too. If there are every any problems, just call the toll free number and check your order status.
Friday, April 20, 2007
Gregory Clair
"Out of The Midst" the might hunts undisturbed. It's not hard to tell when an artist spends quality time with nature. This limited edition print captures the very essence of the outdoors-and can only expressed by an artist who is at one with it. Choose the custom framing that will accent your home setting for this beautiful work of art. Prints are framed in quality hardwood frame moulding, and are double matted in real picture glass. Affordably priced, "Out of the Midst" is quality art not to be passed up.
"Spring Cascade" brings to mind the "Rite" of Spring. Nature awakens and birds play innocently amidst spring blossoms. These prints represent a snapshot of timeless moments for all of us. Gregory Clair is a lover of nature, and it's in every stroke of his brush. Own it today, and keep it for a lifetime.
A "Touch of Gold" evokes quite the memories of still moments in an Ohio woodland forest. Two cardinals are perched on a tree branch, and just as you approach-they take flight. Gregory's roots are deeply spiritual, and you can see this quality in all of his artwork. Nature is a thing to behold and experience for all of us. Unfortunately, schedules can be so busy that it's hard to find time to get away. A relaxing week at a remote retreat can do wonders for our creative energies. Bringing nature to us in the form of beautiful works of art can bring us a little closer to the goal.
"Spring Cascade" brings to mind the "Rite" of Spring. Nature awakens and birds play innocently amidst spring blossoms. These prints represent a snapshot of timeless moments for all of us. Gregory Clair is a lover of nature, and it's in every stroke of his brush. Own it today, and keep it for a lifetime.
A "Touch of Gold" evokes quite the memories of still moments in an Ohio woodland forest. Two cardinals are perched on a tree branch, and just as you approach-they take flight. Gregory's roots are deeply spiritual, and you can see this quality in all of his artwork. Nature is a thing to behold and experience for all of us. Unfortunately, schedules can be so busy that it's hard to find time to get away. A relaxing week at a remote retreat can do wonders for our creative energies. Bringing nature to us in the form of beautiful works of art can bring us a little closer to the goal.
Tuesday, April 17, 2007
Native American Artwork
Artwork that depicts the lives of Native Americans is quite spiritual in nature. The fabulous artwork of Lee Bogle captures the very essence of what Native American life must have been like. "Golden Reflections" is a beautiful print of a Native American Woman standing in a lake with outstretched arms. One can almost feel the intense quiet and calm of a woodland lake. Prints like these can be a magnificent focal point of any room décor. They grab the center of attention.
Lee Bogle's hand signed and numbered limited edition "At Peace" is a striking painting of a Native American Woman at peace with the Universe-and wrapped in a ceremonial shawl. You may find yourself engrossed in the image for hours imagining you are there with her. "Quite Solitude" is yet another of the master's fine works of art, and really indicates why his creations are famous the world over. His artwork is almost surreal, and is able to transcend beauty as the world defines it.
If you're a nature love, the works of Les Didier are perfect to add to your artwork collection. "On Silent Wings" is a striking print of a lone eagle in flight somewhere deep in the American wilderness. "Early Snow" arouses fond memories for those that live in winter environments. The first snow signals that it's time for the earth to sleep yet again. At Gallery Direct Art, you'll find all the popular names and some of the finest limited additions artwork anywhere on the internet.
Lee Bogle's hand signed and numbered limited edition "At Peace" is a striking painting of a Native American Woman at peace with the Universe-and wrapped in a ceremonial shawl. You may find yourself engrossed in the image for hours imagining you are there with her. "Quite Solitude" is yet another of the master's fine works of art, and really indicates why his creations are famous the world over. His artwork is almost surreal, and is able to transcend beauty as the world defines it.
If you're a nature love, the works of Les Didier are perfect to add to your artwork collection. "On Silent Wings" is a striking print of a lone eagle in flight somewhere deep in the American wilderness. "Early Snow" arouses fond memories for those that live in winter environments. The first snow signals that it's time for the earth to sleep yet again. At Gallery Direct Art, you'll find all the popular names and some of the finest limited additions artwork anywhere on the internet.
Bev Doolittle
Bev Doolittle is an acclaimed artist whose work inspires respect the world over. The Porcelain Keepsafe Box-"Season of the Eagle" is a beautiful mountain scene that has more than meets the eye. Her work is always symbolic of something more than what you see at first glance. The artist is very close to the outdoors, and her work shows it in every brush stroke. Much of her work depicts Western Wilderness and its inhabitants. You have to think when you look at her paintings. There's always something hidden that is at first difficult to spot.
She's famous for her camouflaged paintings. These include "Two Indian Horses", "Sacred Ground," The Good Omen", "Christmas Day, Give or Take a Week", "Sacred Circle", and "The Forest Has Eyes" to name a few.
"Let My Spirit Soar" is another great gift idea that you can give any time of year. Bev Doolittle was inspired by the sunlit shore of lake in Banff National Park when she painted her masterpiece. A Native American woman sits quietly on the lakeshore and contemplates the meaning of life. This painting will bring peace and beauty to any room setting.
Gallery Direct Art has the highest customer ratings of any online Art Retailer, and is featured in such publications as Art and Antiques, Wildlife Art, Inform Art, Country Sampler, Western Interiors, and Décor Magazines. With a gallery line up like this, you know you access to the finest artwork anywhere. And you just can 't beat the secure online shopping and free shipping.
She's famous for her camouflaged paintings. These include "Two Indian Horses", "Sacred Ground," The Good Omen", "Christmas Day, Give or Take a Week", "Sacred Circle", and "The Forest Has Eyes" to name a few.
"Let My Spirit Soar" is another great gift idea that you can give any time of year. Bev Doolittle was inspired by the sunlit shore of lake in Banff National Park when she painted her masterpiece. A Native American woman sits quietly on the lakeshore and contemplates the meaning of life. This painting will bring peace and beauty to any room setting.
Gallery Direct Art has the highest customer ratings of any online Art Retailer, and is featured in such publications as Art and Antiques, Wildlife Art, Inform Art, Country Sampler, Western Interiors, and Décor Magazines. With a gallery line up like this, you know you access to the finest artwork anywhere. And you just can 't beat the secure online shopping and free shipping.
Monday, April 16, 2007
Ansel Adams
No home or life is really complete without the beauty and presence of art, and whether it's the animated art of Walt Disney, sculpture, canvas art, or the works of Thomas Kinkade, Gallery Direct Art has something for everyone. The superb artwork of John Banovich is something far beyond normal talent. At first glance, one is aware that here is an artist that is able to see far more than the average individual-along with an unimaginable gift of being able to bring the vision to life on canvas. These are the types of art that uplift any home décor, and immediately make a statement about what your philosophies are in life.
No true collection of art would be complete without the works of Ansel Adams. His works, to this day, are still haunting and mystifying. Even to a novice, there is a sense that Ansel Adams was able to capture a purer vibration of nature with his equipment and inner eye, and thus capture the essence forever on film. This is perhaps why the photography of Ansel Adams seems so much more real for some unexplainable reason.
You'll find some of the best-framed art and print art around at Gallery Direct Art; along with top sellers, special savings, gift certificates, and free shipping. Gallery Direct Art also makes it easy for Spanish speaking patrons to shop on line too. If Spanish is your language of choice, you can shop and find all of your favorites at prices you can afford.
No true collection of art would be complete without the works of Ansel Adams. His works, to this day, are still haunting and mystifying. Even to a novice, there is a sense that Ansel Adams was able to capture a purer vibration of nature with his equipment and inner eye, and thus capture the essence forever on film. This is perhaps why the photography of Ansel Adams seems so much more real for some unexplainable reason.
You'll find some of the best-framed art and print art around at Gallery Direct Art; along with top sellers, special savings, gift certificates, and free shipping. Gallery Direct Art also makes it easy for Spanish speaking patrons to shop on line too. If Spanish is your language of choice, you can shop and find all of your favorites at prices you can afford.
Friday, April 13, 2007
Spice Up Your Kitchen
If your kitchen is starting to seem a little dull and boring to you, it is easy to spice up the kitchen and it doesn't take much to do it. First of all, make your cooking space feel like a place where the most exotic of meals are prepared, even if the most exotic thing you prepare is the occasional microwaved meal!
Get rid of everything off the walls that doesn't apply to food. Add artworks on your walls that reflect food. Baskets of veggies and spices are good choices for your walls.
Choose the curtains for your kitchen area with a similar motif. Spices, herbs and veggies are all good for prints on fabrics to be used throughout your kitchen. For your containers that hold items such as flour, sugar and coffee; invest in an antique set. You can find one-of-a-kind items in thrift and antique stores that will bring the culinary vibe to your kitchen that you're going for with your decor.
If you have cushions that can be covered, it would be a great idea to coordinate your window treatments with your cushions. If you're making your own curtains or having them made, buy extra fabric and you can cover your chair cushions easily to match.
As far as other items such as table runners and other items; you can choose one solid color from the artwork or other items in your kitchen area and highlight that color throughout your decor to give your kitchen a really pulled together feel.
Get rid of everything off the walls that doesn't apply to food. Add artworks on your walls that reflect food. Baskets of veggies and spices are good choices for your walls.
Choose the curtains for your kitchen area with a similar motif. Spices, herbs and veggies are all good for prints on fabrics to be used throughout your kitchen. For your containers that hold items such as flour, sugar and coffee; invest in an antique set. You can find one-of-a-kind items in thrift and antique stores that will bring the culinary vibe to your kitchen that you're going for with your decor.
If you have cushions that can be covered, it would be a great idea to coordinate your window treatments with your cushions. If you're making your own curtains or having them made, buy extra fabric and you can cover your chair cushions easily to match.
As far as other items such as table runners and other items; you can choose one solid color from the artwork or other items in your kitchen area and highlight that color throughout your decor to give your kitchen a really pulled together feel.
Thursday, April 12, 2007
Gussy Up The Bathroom
Although it is the bathroom, there is never any reason why you should feel as though it should be overlooked when it comes to adding a little something artful and wonderful. After all, it is a room within your home or apartment just as any other. With the right piece of sculpture or even a combination of art, you can transform even the blandest bathroom into a magnificent space for your living area. When you really think about it, who wouldn't want a bathroom that almost seemed to flow with all of the other rooms within your home or apartment?
Unless you have a truly gigantic bathroom in your living space, you are probably not looking to have to purchase more than one or two pieces to really bring in the feel and scheme that you are longing for. Just a couple of the right pieces can really bring out a great feeling in your bathroom that will be both warm and inviting for all of your guests who may have to utilize it when they stop by for a visit. You will also see that it can be a fairly magnificent feeling to get compliments on a room that many other homeowners will never hear a peep about.
If you happen to have a bit of free wall space in your bathroom, you can always look into a larger framed art print or even a grouping of a few smaller ones. Also, if you have a nice shelf area or a corner cabinet, a beautiful piece of sculpture may be in order. With a little bit of imagination, art could be the key for a well-rounded and pleasing bathroom environment.
Unless you have a truly gigantic bathroom in your living space, you are probably not looking to have to purchase more than one or two pieces to really bring in the feel and scheme that you are longing for. Just a couple of the right pieces can really bring out a great feeling in your bathroom that will be both warm and inviting for all of your guests who may have to utilize it when they stop by for a visit. You will also see that it can be a fairly magnificent feeling to get compliments on a room that many other homeowners will never hear a peep about.
If you happen to have a bit of free wall space in your bathroom, you can always look into a larger framed art print or even a grouping of a few smaller ones. Also, if you have a nice shelf area or a corner cabinet, a beautiful piece of sculpture may be in order. With a little bit of imagination, art could be the key for a well-rounded and pleasing bathroom environment.
Wednesday, April 11, 2007
Decorating Your First Apartment
Decorating your first apartment can be both a challenge and whole lot of fun. Most people find their finances are a little tight when they decorate their first place to live, so items that can do more than one function are a good value.
Even a small efficiency can have a lot of potential as a place to live and entertain if you plan out your items right. Make an armoire a place to hold your television, stereo and DVD collection.
If you want to have a bar in your apartment and don't have the room for a standard sized bar, you can take a two or three shelved regular bookcase and have it stash away your wine glasses, spirits and wines until you are ready to use them. You can add a wine bottle holder to give your set up a legitimate bar feel. Then you can have a place ready to serve up your guests when an impromptu gathering happens at your place.
Most apartments will frown on letting you put bulldog screws in the walls to hold shelving, however you get skinny shelves that take up very little floor space and will hold all the items you need and if you have a small sculpture or two to display, this is a great way to do it and keep them out of the way.
If extra chairs aren't an option around your apartment, use large pillows that can remain in the corner of your home until needed and then make a comfy place for your guests to relax when over at your house.
It's very possible to make an apartment over with your own personal touch. Just use items and elements that reflect your own personal lifestyle and tastes and you'll have a place that has a warm, cozy feel that is uniquely "you"!
Even a small efficiency can have a lot of potential as a place to live and entertain if you plan out your items right. Make an armoire a place to hold your television, stereo and DVD collection.
If you want to have a bar in your apartment and don't have the room for a standard sized bar, you can take a two or three shelved regular bookcase and have it stash away your wine glasses, spirits and wines until you are ready to use them. You can add a wine bottle holder to give your set up a legitimate bar feel. Then you can have a place ready to serve up your guests when an impromptu gathering happens at your place.
Most apartments will frown on letting you put bulldog screws in the walls to hold shelving, however you get skinny shelves that take up very little floor space and will hold all the items you need and if you have a small sculpture or two to display, this is a great way to do it and keep them out of the way.
If extra chairs aren't an option around your apartment, use large pillows that can remain in the corner of your home until needed and then make a comfy place for your guests to relax when over at your house.
It's very possible to make an apartment over with your own personal touch. Just use items and elements that reflect your own personal lifestyle and tastes and you'll have a place that has a warm, cozy feel that is uniquely "you"!
Tuesday, April 10, 2007
Brian Davis - Perfect For Spring And Summer Decor
Everyone knows the feeling that warmer weather can bring on. You may end up having a sudden itch to get out and enjoy the sunshine as well as have the urge to chill out in your hammock outside with a glass of lemonade. However, when the weather never seems to get where you want it to fast enough, there is always a great way that you can give it a little nudge to get this magnificent feeling headed your way much faster. All it may take is the simple placement of a few beautiful art pieces that will breathe some life and fresh air into your living space that has been dull and drab since the snow began to fly.
When you want to give your living space a much needed boost, you can always look to the stunning and breathtaking artwork that is put out by a talented artist by the name of Brian Davis. This wonderful artist seems to have a way of making any sort of a bloom look as if it were the very first one to sprout up on the marvelous planet earth. Now, you can look into having one of these giclee on canvas set up in your very own home or apartment. Surely, if one of these beauties do not get you in the mood for those lazy, hazy crazy days of summer than nothing will!
Lilacs, roses, water lilies, irises and more are all exploding with color and just waiting to bring a sense of the outdoors into your foyer, bedroom, family room or wherever you choose. Such gorgeous pieces are sure to lift your spirits with each and every glance.
When you want to give your living space a much needed boost, you can always look to the stunning and breathtaking artwork that is put out by a talented artist by the name of Brian Davis. This wonderful artist seems to have a way of making any sort of a bloom look as if it were the very first one to sprout up on the marvelous planet earth. Now, you can look into having one of these giclee on canvas set up in your very own home or apartment. Surely, if one of these beauties do not get you in the mood for those lazy, hazy crazy days of summer than nothing will!
Lilacs, roses, water lilies, irises and more are all exploding with color and just waiting to bring a sense of the outdoors into your foyer, bedroom, family room or wherever you choose. Such gorgeous pieces are sure to lift your spirits with each and every glance.
Monday, April 09, 2007
Art Choices For The Animal Lover
Do you have a close friend or relative that happens to be quite the animal lover that also has a birthday coming up? If so, then you may want to think about getting something a bit more charming than one of those silly pet owner t-shirts or a mug that they will never use. When you really want to make an impression that is not only thoughtful but also very functional, then you could always think about some sort of art piece.
Whether the animal lover is an art fan or not, the right piece of artwork or sculpture can be an incredibly special gift that will show them that you care about them and their love for the four legged friends in their life. In addition to that, thinking of such a magnificent art purchase as a gift could quite possibly be the nudge that they will need to get into a little bit of art collecting themselves. With all of this being said, you are going to want to head online and check out some of the incredible art options for animal lovers.
John Weiss is a fabulous artist that really seems to capture the heart of all animal lover's and the pets that they enjoy taking care of. Whether you are looking for a nice print that shows a boy and his puppy at the beach or a pair of black labs relaxing in front of the fireplace, there is something for everyone. Once you have given such a gift, the animal lover in your life is guaranteed to become an art lover as well!
Whether the animal lover is an art fan or not, the right piece of artwork or sculpture can be an incredibly special gift that will show them that you care about them and their love for the four legged friends in their life. In addition to that, thinking of such a magnificent art purchase as a gift could quite possibly be the nudge that they will need to get into a little bit of art collecting themselves. With all of this being said, you are going to want to head online and check out some of the incredible art options for animal lovers.
John Weiss is a fabulous artist that really seems to capture the heart of all animal lover's and the pets that they enjoy taking care of. Whether you are looking for a nice print that shows a boy and his puppy at the beach or a pair of black labs relaxing in front of the fireplace, there is something for everyone. Once you have given such a gift, the animal lover in your life is guaranteed to become an art lover as well!
Friday, April 06, 2007
Room Decor Your Teen Will Love
Pleasing a teenager can be a real challenge. Once your kid hits their teenage years, they will want to have a bedroom that is uniquely them. When it's time to upgrade your child's room from "little kid" to teenager, there are some easy changes you can make that will let your child start to feel older and have a more "grown up" room.
Music is a large part of most teen's lives, make it easy for them to enjoy their favorite tunes without making you crazy. Give your teen a place to put their stereo or if they just have a CD player with a huge collection of music, a good storage place is a bookshelf in a corner of the room away from the entrance door, that way the sound won't be going out the door and into the rest of the house where it may or may not be appreciated.
Video games are a common item in many teen rooms, give your teen a place to play his. A beanbag chair in front of a small console cabinet where the video game can be put away when he's not using it will go a long way towards helping to keep his room clean and neat.
If you want your teen to keep his room neater, give him the items to help him do so. Shelves in his room for items, laundry to keep clothes from getting thrown in the floor and adequate storage in the form of bookshelves and even an armoire that will allow for a television to be in the room or closed off, whichever he prefers.
Let your teen choose the art for his walls. He doesn't have any say in the rest of the house as far as what goes on the walls, let him express his own tastes (within reason) in his living space and you'll find you have a teen that will be happy to keep his room picked up because he helped design it.
Music is a large part of most teen's lives, make it easy for them to enjoy their favorite tunes without making you crazy. Give your teen a place to put their stereo or if they just have a CD player with a huge collection of music, a good storage place is a bookshelf in a corner of the room away from the entrance door, that way the sound won't be going out the door and into the rest of the house where it may or may not be appreciated.
Video games are a common item in many teen rooms, give your teen a place to play his. A beanbag chair in front of a small console cabinet where the video game can be put away when he's not using it will go a long way towards helping to keep his room clean and neat.
If you want your teen to keep his room neater, give him the items to help him do so. Shelves in his room for items, laundry to keep clothes from getting thrown in the floor and adequate storage in the form of bookshelves and even an armoire that will allow for a television to be in the room or closed off, whichever he prefers.
Let your teen choose the art for his walls. He doesn't have any say in the rest of the house as far as what goes on the walls, let him express his own tastes (within reason) in his living space and you'll find you have a teen that will be happy to keep his room picked up because he helped design it.
Thursday, April 05, 2007
Let Your Personality Shine Through
Whoever said that you had to set up the d?or in your home or apartment so you can please the tastes of all of the people who will be coming to visit you? Well, that person just had to have been crazy. There is nothing like carefully picking and choosing the kinds of art and sculpture that you want to place within your living space. This is the time for you to express your inner artist and creative side by choosing pieces that make you happy and serene. Never worry about what other people may think. After all, they are definitely not the person who is waking up to look at the living space each and every day.
When it comes to setting up a living space with an incredible sculpture, pictures or even framed artwork, the wonderful thing is that you have so much room to express yourself. Finding all of the hottest pieces that will speak to your soul may just be a whole lot easier than you would think. In addition to that, where you might have originally thought that you would be breaking your entire budget on d?or, you may just be able to find a number of stunning pieces that will have dramatic impact on the living space instead of your wallet.
Look to certain pieces that may be able to bring together the entire look of your room. On the flip side, it is always nice to see a room that has one specific piece that really stands out. Self-expression and happiness of the senses are both key when setting up terrific artwork in your home or apartment.
When it comes to setting up a living space with an incredible sculpture, pictures or even framed artwork, the wonderful thing is that you have so much room to express yourself. Finding all of the hottest pieces that will speak to your soul may just be a whole lot easier than you would think. In addition to that, where you might have originally thought that you would be breaking your entire budget on d?or, you may just be able to find a number of stunning pieces that will have dramatic impact on the living space instead of your wallet.
Look to certain pieces that may be able to bring together the entire look of your room. On the flip side, it is always nice to see a room that has one specific piece that really stands out. Self-expression and happiness of the senses are both key when setting up terrific artwork in your home or apartment.
Wednesday, April 04, 2007
You Cannot Go Wrong With Mirrors
Breaking a mirror and having seven years of bad luck may have been something that you have heard quite a few times over the years. If you are not superstitious at all, then you can still take advantage of all of the splendor that a couple of gorgeous wall mirrors can bring into your living space. There are plenty of ways that you can decorate with mirrors. As a matter of fact, many design and d?or experts will tell you that you can completely transform the look of just about any type of living space with the simple addition of strategically placed mirrors.
Are you the kind of decorator who likes to adorn their home in beautiful Victorian styled pieces? Perhaps you are a person who seems to like more of the Contemporary feel. Well, no matter what your particular style and decorating taste may be, there are all sorts of gorgeous mirrors available to bring forth any kind of a look and style that you are longing for. All you really need is a good shopping budget and some empty wall space that is just dying to be spruced up.
Look to a stunning imported pieces such as the decorative beveled mirror entitled Gold Fruit Circle. This is truly the kind of mirror design that you will be proud to hang right in your foyer or front room so that it can greet all of your guests as they stop by to pay a visit. Compliment the mirror with some beautiful pieces of art on either side and you will have a look to die for.
Are you the kind of decorator who likes to adorn their home in beautiful Victorian styled pieces? Perhaps you are a person who seems to like more of the Contemporary feel. Well, no matter what your particular style and decorating taste may be, there are all sorts of gorgeous mirrors available to bring forth any kind of a look and style that you are longing for. All you really need is a good shopping budget and some empty wall space that is just dying to be spruced up.
Look to a stunning imported pieces such as the decorative beveled mirror entitled Gold Fruit Circle. This is truly the kind of mirror design that you will be proud to hang right in your foyer or front room so that it can greet all of your guests as they stop by to pay a visit. Compliment the mirror with some beautiful pieces of art on either side and you will have a look to die for.
Tuesday, April 03, 2007
Easy Guest Room Decor
The fine line with a guest room is that you want your guest to be very comfortable but you don't want them to wear out their welcome and become a roommate! All joking aside, you can make a cozy guest room that just needs a guest to be complete the picture and it's very easy to do.
First of all, you need a bed, you don't have to go all out on a orthopedic mattress since this is a bed that won't be slept upon every night. Something comfortable and budget friend is more than adequate for a guest room.
Then you will want to make the room comfortable. Softer colors in the palette such as greens, blues and soft browns are all relaxing and will lend an element of coziness to your room. Most guest rooms have no more than two windows and you can get a comfortable and two matching sets of curtains without spending a lot of money and the fact you're carrying the pattern from the bed to the walls via the window treatments will lend an air of continuity to your pattern and color choices. You can continue that color splash through the room by putting artworks that feature mainly pastels and soft colors.
The closet can hold a couple of extra blankets and a pillow or two to have handy if you need them. Another investment that will pay off when you have company stay for a few days is to have an small chest of drawers for your guests to use and an armoire can do double duty of providing extra storage as well as a place to stash a television and a CD or DVD player.
Just these few elements will make your guest room a great place to visit and you won't have to do anything to prepare for your guests except welcome them into your home.
First of all, you need a bed, you don't have to go all out on a orthopedic mattress since this is a bed that won't be slept upon every night. Something comfortable and budget friend is more than adequate for a guest room.
Then you will want to make the room comfortable. Softer colors in the palette such as greens, blues and soft browns are all relaxing and will lend an element of coziness to your room. Most guest rooms have no more than two windows and you can get a comfortable and two matching sets of curtains without spending a lot of money and the fact you're carrying the pattern from the bed to the walls via the window treatments will lend an air of continuity to your pattern and color choices. You can continue that color splash through the room by putting artworks that feature mainly pastels and soft colors.
The closet can hold a couple of extra blankets and a pillow or two to have handy if you need them. Another investment that will pay off when you have company stay for a few days is to have an small chest of drawers for your guests to use and an armoire can do double duty of providing extra storage as well as a place to stash a television and a CD or DVD player.
Just these few elements will make your guest room a great place to visit and you won't have to do anything to prepare for your guests except welcome them into your home.
Monday, April 02, 2007
Dorm Room Comfort
You're going to have a challenge to create a comfortable living space out of your humble dorm room. By standard, dorm rooms are small and there isn't a lot of room for moving things around so you can get maximum benefit of your dorm room for studying, relaxing and living.
You will need to give careful thought to every item you put your room or your side of the room if you have a roomie and make sure that you have a place where you can do your studying and your living for the school year.
A loft bed is a fabulous choice as it has a bed on top and a full desk that will hold a desktop computer, printer and other items that are a necessity for doing school work. It's much faster to do your initial project research on the Internet and then back it up in the library and one of the best things about a loft bed and desk set is that you don't give up any additional floor space.
You can also get an armoire for your television. It will do the duty of holding your television in the space on top and the drawers below can hold extra clothing and personal items. Shelving is another consideration. Floor space is a prime commodity in a dorm room so use your walls as much as you can. When hanging shelves, use a stud finder to hang your shelving in a sturdy area and your items won't come crashing down later.
If you've never owned a closet organizer, time to invest in one. You can pack in two to three times the amount of clothing and shoes in the same amount of space if you are organized about it.
As far as your walls, put up photos of your family and friends, use fine art posters and anything that will keep you from being homesick and inspired to keep studying and achieving great grades!
You will need to give careful thought to every item you put your room or your side of the room if you have a roomie and make sure that you have a place where you can do your studying and your living for the school year.
A loft bed is a fabulous choice as it has a bed on top and a full desk that will hold a desktop computer, printer and other items that are a necessity for doing school work. It's much faster to do your initial project research on the Internet and then back it up in the library and one of the best things about a loft bed and desk set is that you don't give up any additional floor space.
You can also get an armoire for your television. It will do the duty of holding your television in the space on top and the drawers below can hold extra clothing and personal items. Shelving is another consideration. Floor space is a prime commodity in a dorm room so use your walls as much as you can. When hanging shelves, use a stud finder to hang your shelving in a sturdy area and your items won't come crashing down later.
If you've never owned a closet organizer, time to invest in one. You can pack in two to three times the amount of clothing and shoes in the same amount of space if you are organized about it.
As far as your walls, put up photos of your family and friends, use fine art posters and anything that will keep you from being homesick and inspired to keep studying and achieving great grades!
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