Where to Shop for Home Décor? Should You Buy or DIY?

Are you planning to spruce up your home with some unique décor? Or maybe this is your first house or apartment and you want to decorate it with fun things while staying within a budget. If you are a DIY kind of person with a creative side, you may be looking for great stuff at really good prices.

It is possible to have that designer look and feel for a fraction of what you’ll pay at interior design and department stores. Digs Home Goods has everything you need to put a top notch home decorating project together. There is something for everyone’s taste. There is also the thrill of being able to shop in a real store to see the quality of what you are actually buying.

What’s Your Style?

Are you into sleek modern, shabby chic, retro, farmhouse appeal, or even nautical? Home Goods has trending home décor items to please any aesthetic. The variety is pretty impressive and the merchandise changes constantly.

For your bedroom there are sheet sets, decorative pillows, blankets, mirrors, wall hooks, and the list goes on. You can make your bedroom really casual and comfy, yet looking well put together with traditional and shabby chic décor.

You might want a nautical or beach theme in your bathroom. You can find towel sets in island colors and woven baskets to store toiletries.

In addition to small appliances, there are cool retro and contemporary items to accessorize your kitchen both functionally and decoratively. The soap dispensers, paper towel holders, wall clocks, and decorative bowls for fruit displays come to mind. If you are a home cook, check out the juicers, cookware, and Italian espresso makers. Your guests will be impressed with your well equipped kitchen, even if it is small.

For the living room you can go super modern with brightly colored sleek chairs, or opt for more of a country feel with rustically finished wood tables and oversized mismatched seating. Add some throw blankets, pillows, and warm understated lighting to complete the look. Of course there are window treatments and handsome curtain rods.

If you are lucky enough to have a foyer or mudroom, you will find a selection of small floor mats and rugs as well as storage shelves for shoes and boots. Consider the table top and wall mounted planters to bring some life into these small areas.

A Few Tips on Shopping for Home Décor

Before you hit the store, take a few measurements of the rooms you want to decorate or make over. You want to make sure the rugs and furniture you purchase are going to fit. Also, measure the width of your entrance. You don’t want a couch delivered that can’t fit through the front door.

Take paint color and fabric samples with you so that you can match the items you pick up with what you already have or have planned.

Shop the entire store. You will be amazed at what you find in the kitchen and house wares section that might actually work really well in the dining room or bedroom. You can always put something back if it isn’t working. And, get there early before the good stuff disappears.

Talk to the staff about return policies before you purchase. If you get home and find that something just isn’t right or fitting in as you had envisioned, you will want to have the reassurance that you can return an item or get store credit.

Most of all have fun with your decorating project.

I had fun writing this! Hopefully you can take action on some of this.

Chuck

 

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I’m not that kind of mom

In my head, I burst out from under my covers in the morning to the birds singing, I throw a pan of blueberry muffins in the oven, and then putter around, packing lunches as my teens get ready for school like busy bees, and usher them out the door sweetly with kisses and hugs like I did when they were grade-schoolers. But, I’m not that kind of mom.

In reality, I drag myself out of bed from having been up a bit too late the night before from finishing up the day. I crack one eye open as I swallow my old lady pills with a cold glass of water,wonder why my back hurts, and then, as the kids fight over something (really, pick anything), I chase it with a swig of hot coffee, and briefly wish no one would talk before I’ve gotten to the bottom of the mug. They yell they don’t have pants, as I yell back  that’s too bad if they didn’t do their laundry. I go upstairs for the 10th time to get Little out of bed, and I listen to the teens argue over something else (pick anything else. It doesn’t matter, they will fight over it.). All the while, I yell at them to throw something (anything) in their mouths between crabbing at each other, so they can make it to lunch. Most of the time I manage to pressure them into jamming a granola bar, and maybe a bit of fruit in their mouths, while they yell at each other to hurry up because the other one is going to make them late. Someone always cries they can’t find their backpack/notebook/lunchbox/phone/whyareallofthecoldpackswarm?/why is she such a jerk?/Why do you hate me?/I hate you.

I feel like I should make a full breakfast, that I should make sure they’ve done their laundry,that I should smooth things over so that their mornings are stress-free, that I should make sure they are all up on time, and have everything together the night before. But ,I’m not that kind of mom.

A good friend pointed something out to me, when I admitted that I’m not that kind of mom, and I felt bad about it after seeing and reading all kinds of smiling things on social media.

I should realize it’s already going fast. They were once sweet gap-toothed grade-schoolers, who kissed me when they walked out the door, instead of running out with their heads down, while I yell at them to zip their coats, for the love all that is holy, it’s only 40-degrees out, at least put one on. I should realize that every time I get mad because they fight and nit-pick at each other, I should realize that it’s a strength talent in a girl, and no one is going to take advantage of them anytime soon, or tell them what to do. I should realize that wishing it away when I feel mad at the chaos, only rushes the good times too. I should realize that they are becoming their own people, and they need to figure it out, and that taking a step back and letting them do so is the best thing I can do. Doing their laundry for them so they have clean pants ,or finding the one cold pack so their lunch doesn’t get warm only enforces them to be more dependent on me, and not themselves. Because when I stop doing, they learn they have to for themselves.

And I should realized that in less than 5 years they will all be driving, and and out in the world, and need to navigate without me acting as the GPS in the car, or their daily life. When I think about getting involved in lunchroom squabbles or drama, that they need to figure it out by themselves, no matter how much hurt I see, and how much it hurts me. They need learn to be functional in all aspects in life, and if that means they get themselves out of bed on time or be late for school, so be it. And, if it means they spend their mornings arguing to work out problems,crying about dirty pants, so be it.

Because. I love those those kids like mad-crazy.

I’m that kind of mom.

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My pick for the bathroom floor and some progress (finally!)

Hey all! It's a busy day around here -- for one I'm getting the stairs sanded down today so I can restain them to match our hardwoods. It's a project I've been wanting to do since we had the hardwoods put down after a water leak six years ago.

I had refinished our stairs before the flooring went down and I used a reddish brown stain. I'll be staining them to match our floors over the next week or two. And at the same time, I'm back to working our guest bathroom makeover. I can't believe it's been nearly a month since I updated you on this room! It's sat just like this for all that time with no progress: 

I purchased the tile and ordered the window but that's all the budget would allow for for a few weeks. When you pay as you go there are times it just needs to sit. And I was gone last week for a work trip, so I just haven't had time to do much anyway. I had hoped to have the room almost done by now but it's just the way it goes! I know better than to think a room will get done faster than I planned! :)

Anyway, if you follow me over on Instagram, you have have seen my stories about the tile saga. (If you follow me there you can get updates in between posts!) I shared the tiles I was looking at for the room a few weeks ago and my favorites. Later I decided to splurge on the dark gray tile from the Tile Shop because I just loved it. The room is so small the price was still going to be manageable. So I took another trip out there and went to order it...and it is discontinued. Whaawahhh. I was not happy, as I've heard from many people that this happens there quite often. I don't know why they continue to leave unavailable tiles on display, but there was nothing else that was similar to the tile I wanted so I was back on the hunt. 

I took a trip to Home Depot to check out the dark gray tile I liked there, and loved it even more the second time I saw it, thankfully. I grabbed my boxes (this tile is HEAVY) and scooted out of there spending $150 for the whole room. 

It's a slate stone tile but doesn't have the variation in height that can be a pain with slate:

We used slate on our master fireplace hearth and I would love to replace it someday. It is so uneven and the grout lines disappear in spots because of that. This stuff is much more uniform -- and no flaking at all. 

It's been a breeze to install so far! Other than being heavy these are easy to cut and put down. Here's a look at the box -- they are the Montauk Black tiles: 

I like to save some time and effort by using premixed mortar -- it's just nice not to mess with it. This one says it can be used with tiles up to 20 inches. Mine are 23 and some change but it's worked great:

I'll go into more detail on the install and grouting process when I share the final result, but here it is so far: 

Those tiles on the back right aren't mortared yet, I was fitting them in first. I actually like the white touches on the tile but those are just dust. ;) So once they are cleaned off the are much more uniform in color. 

You can see I went with a 1/3 offset layout on the floor -- this means I started the next row 1/3 of the way past the tile before it. I was going to do a brick pattern (where you start in the middle of the next tile) but I hear this is best for larger tiles. I just love the way it looks too! 

I had some help with a few cuts around the toilet: 

The tile saw can't do the rounded cuts so the guys used a diamond blade to do that spot for me. (The tiles are dirty from the tile saw but once cleaned off will be dark like the rest.) 

I'm so grateful they were able to help with that part! You could probably square them off with a tile saw because the toilet will sit on top...but they warned me against that because if we ever replace the toilet the base may be smaller. (They said the newer toilets have smaller bases.) 

I'm about halfway done now -- at this point it's putting these down and then the last part will involve a lot of cutting the smaller pieces. I hope to get it finished up today and grout tomorrow. Maybe we can have a toilet back in here by the weekend! Baby steps my friends! 

I think this is one of the reasons we haven't tackled our master bathroom yet -- bathrooms just take a lot of time and it's an inconvenience to be without them. Well, that and the whole cost thing. Our master bathroom will be one of our biggest and most expensive renovations in this house and I have no desire to deal with that just yet! :) 

I wanted to show you a finished product but it took me awhile to get to this part. And I like to share renovations in real time so you can see how it really happens! I can SEE the finished floor in my head and it's looking mighty good! ;) I'm excited to get this done so I can build the vanity next week and perhaps have running water in here again by Mother's Day! 

Wish me and my aching back luck as I finish this up and I'll share the finished product with you soon! 

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What is home decor?

Home décor is the styles and trends that a homeowner puts into his or her home. One simple way is the addition of furniture ranging from sofas to chairs to cushions. If you want to have a sophisticated home style, you can add trendy designs that will make your house stand out from all others. Because it is the first impression that you give off to visitors, it is very important to have exquisite home décor.

However, remember that more is not necessarily better. Many people prefer to have basic decor that gives rooms a clean, refreshing look. Another way to participate is by refurnishing your home on a larger scale. This can include a full renovation or small modifications to spice up the interior look.

When it comes to home style, your creativity is the limit. Examples of decor are evident in magazines, newspapers, and showrooms. Because no two settings are alike, you will have to make slight modifications to suit your home. Successful decorations will present a positive image and represent your highly prized ideals.

Interior design is a similar concept. This term often refers to specific choices that have been applied to the interior of your home. Homeowners frequently decide on these specifications with a contractor at the beginning of construction. Therefore, such designs tend to be larger in scope. Windows, attics, and stairs can all be targets of interior design.

Much like decor, this process of design is intended for you to personalize your home at little to no expense. While you can pursue official, formal interiors, many individuals prefer more casual settings. Installing your own furniture or decorations is straightforward with the proper instruction manuals and guidance. It is ultimately your expression of choice.

Exterior Design

On the other hand, exterior design can often be more limited due to regional policies and restrictions based on landscape. For ideas on how to make your home your own, contact professional designers and artists. When interior design was first introduced, it was often confused with ordinary rearrangement. However, the concept definitely emphasizes the thoughts that go into a complex finish. Successful design is easily identifiable by its subtle yet powerful characteristics. It can take the form of physical or spacial dimensions.

Home décor has evolved over the years. It was once a practice reserved for the upper class. However, decorations and furniture have become increasingly accessible for the public. Large retail stores sell kits that are easy to put together. Home style can be elaborate or moderate. Whichever path you choose, make sure conduct accurate measurements and appraisals for your home. Different houses require different forms of decor.

If one style does not fit, try a similar one or modify the skeleton of your home to accommodate. Common forms of decor are flora, desks, and photographs. Warm and cool colors can give a room different moods. It is best to conform these styles to your preferences instead of the other way around. You will be able to express your artistic side and invite people into your home. Successful decor will not obstruct a view, but rather add to the natural beauty of a setting.

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Kitchen transom window for added architecture

The word is the tile guy is coming on Friday to do our kitchen backsplash, so hopefully I’ll have something to show you next week! In the mean time, I wanted to share a little project I’ve been working on. Turning a vintage french door into a kitchen transom window to add architecture and interest to our space!!

We live near a Habitat for Humanity restore, and quite often, I like to go there and poke around. I was there a few weeks ago, and I found this pair of vintage french doors for $50.  Those things don’t normally last too long there, so I am guessing it was because they were an odd size (72 inches tall.). I grabbed them quickly, because I have been looking for something like that forever!! I’ve wanted to add a kitchen transom window between our kitchen and dining room for ages. I’ve been wracking my brains to figure out the best way to make one, when I came across these. It was an heavens open up, and hands to the sky “AAAAAAAAAAAAAh!!!!!!!”moment!

You might ask me what was there before?  I found one picture before we did our kitchen to show you how it looked before. I’m such a good blogger.

Those Corbels have been up there for over 12 years, but I knew I wanted a transom between the two. It just felt like the room needed something. Our house is a 1950’s split level, so it always feels so blah to me  in the interest and architecture department.

WhenI finally took the corbels down, I found the original wall paint color that we painted almost 17 years ago, and the old ceiling color as well. I love it when I do something like that and the kids go “Eeeeeeewww.. Mom what were you thinking?”

The windows were perfect, but they were 4.5 inches shy of the opening, so I had to hit the hardware store to figure out the wood sizes I was going to need to make up the 2.25 inches on each side. Now keep in mind, I’ve never actually built a transom, I didn’t really know what I was doing.

After some mix and match, I found some pieces that worked and used a bucket load of wood screws to hold them together. They lined up almost perfectly, and I figured what didn’t I would hide with caulk and paint. Hubby was working when I hung it, so I had Older teenager hold the a ladder for Middle teenager, so I could screw it in on one side while she held the other side in place on the step ladder. There’s nothing like sweating and straining to hang something, while you have one kid complaining about having to hold it, and the other shaking her ladder under her saying “don’t fall,don’t fall!!!”, while the Middle one then tries to kick her sister for doing that, while you’re yelling at them while  trying to work a drill and hold the other side up. It’s pure magic. I can’t believe it is still up.

So, I am very excited to finally have a  kitchen transom window. It looks better than I even thought it would!

You are also lucky enough to get a rare sighting of Bertha, our 25 year old refrigerator. I normally try to photograph around her.

Yep, that’s her, covered in our lives and school papers. She’s pretty cumbersome and not too attractive, but she works.  I hate to say it though, the old girl has almost passed her time.I keep looking for a new one, but that spot is only 33 inches wide, and without moving everything around, we have to find one that fits in that space. We also, have to remove the cabinet above it, because the new fridges are taller, and I am not totally sold yet on a bottom drawer freezer, we are so used to a side by side.An I really want a counter depth. I am looking for a unicorn, and It’s never easy in this house! So, I’ll keep looking until I find one.

I am excited to hopefully share our tile next week!

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The latest and greatest before and after projects!

Hello there! Sorry for the silence here last week. I was out of town for a fun event and didn't get a chance to schedule posts before I left. I can't wait to share more about my trip! I was asked to join in as a designer at this year's Lazboy Design Dash in High Point, NC. There's so much to tell you and fun stuff in store but for now I can only share a little peek at my finished room:

I'll be able to share more in a couple weeks! It was such a blast and I'm so glad I did it. 

Now it's time for another before and after shindig. I forgot to put one up last month so I'm excited to see what you've been up to! For those of you who are new around here, this is a link up where bloggers can share their recent before and after projects. If you're not a blogger, it's just tons of decor and DIY inspiration all in one spot! 

First, as always, I like to share some of my favorites from the last link up. And as always, I was super impressed with all of the talent out there. Blogs are the BEST!

Tricia's built in window bed had me immediately. How COOL is this?? 

The lights, the wood wall with the white dressers...I love every bit. I'd gladly sleep there!

Jaime knocked it out of the part yet again with this stunning chair upholstery makeover: 

So beautiful! You have to see how they started out to truly appreciate this transformation. 

Jenna created such a pretty and soothing nursery for her baby boy:

There are so many beautiful little touches in this room, be sure to check them out. 

Angela puts most IKEA Rast makeovers to shame with this one: 

We have similar IKEA dressers in our master and I'm planning a project like this. I'm happy to see how beautiful they look! :) 

Stephanie's white and blue bathroom makeover turned out so well -- all the details make this space:

This layout is so similar to our bathroom I'm working on! (More on that this week!)

I love how Breann took an empty space under the stairs and created a built in dog crate: 

Brilliant! I love making use of little spaces like this! 

And finally, this is such a simple idea to organize keepsakes and papers for all the kids:

Denise shares how she keeps them organized at that link. I find the simplest solution is usually the best one.

There you go! Now I can't wait to see what you've been up to over the past two months! You can link up below and if you'd like to be considered for next month's round up you can either copy and paste this code into your post or just right click the image to save: 

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a peek at my garden view

It’s been raining for days! I always get a little nervous when we get that much rain. Luckily, every one around here stayed dry, though I understand some other areas weren’t so lucky. The bright side of all of the rain is everything gets so green! I took a walk around my yard this morning and took in the garden view, and I loved seeing everything fill in after such a long winter, and just come to life. I wanted to share a mini-garden tour.

Currently, my favorite part of  our yard is outside the kitchen window. It’s really one of  the places I spent a lot of time at (unfortunately, booooo!), so I love to be able to look out and see everything blooming, while doing the drudgery of housework.

I love that the Hosta are really filling out, and I am amazed at how my Flowering Dogwood is loaded with blooms. That almost never happens that I get that many! Normally a late frost get them first.

My Forest Pansy Redbud is was also full of pretty, pink flowers. I love the heart-shaped leaves on the Redbud, even if it is a slow grower here. It’s really a great under-story tree, and shade garden plant.

My plan with this side lot this year is to actually finish it in pea gravel. It’s not a big area to mow, and then it would extend the seating on our patio, plus I love the crunch of pea gravel. But,that’s a project for later this summer.

My Snowball Viburnum blooms right after the lilacs. They will go from green with white.

They are such great vase plants, and I love using them in arrangements with Hosta.

I love this garden view of the arbor.

We severely trimmed back the Wisteria this year because it was getting kind of crazy at the end of this year.We want to paint the deck, so we needed to prune it away anyway. We won’t get any blooms this year, but in the past it’s been loaded. I can’t wait until everything really fills in. Then,I can give you a real garden tour!

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