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Want Your House To Be Ship-Shape? Nautical Home Decor Ideas

June 19, 2019 by Jackie Leave a Comment

For a house that’s truly “ship-shape,” you need nautical home decor ideas you can implement in your own home. Don’t worry about whether it’s on trend, because nautical decor will never lose its appeal! If you want to create a space that always feels like the beach is just a short distance away, check out these nautical home decor ideas anyone can use.

Nautical Home Decor Ideas

So just how easy is it to incorporate nautical decor in your home? Really easy! If you just start with navy stripes, bold blues, and playful beachy-themed prints, you’re most of the way there. There are many places to find fun nautical home decor accessories, including Amazon.

Bold Blues

If you choose to decorate your home in nautical style, bold blues are a must. There are a lot of great shades of blue to use, it just depends on what you like best. This is an example of how well a set of bold blues works together, so don’t be afraid to use a few different shades in the same room. A stand out part of this space is the wall color paired with bright white trim. A simple piece of white driftwood looks amazing mounted against the bold blue wall.

Stripes

Blue and white stripes are a must in a nautical-themed space, but they don’t necessarily have to be navy! The lighter blue stripes in this room coordinate with the coffee table. The lovely blue orchid is a nice touch, and the natural wicker elements add extra interest.

Beachy Prints

Beachy prints take a lot of different forms, which just means you have a variety of ways you can use them. From dishes to textiles to wall art, there are so many options to love. As an example, the nautical table setting above shows that polka dots make a fun pairing with traditional stripes. And you can always add red, turquoise and gold to your color scheme.

Nautical Implements

Just as modern farmhouse style tends to use vintage farm equipment in out-of-the-box ways, nautical style puts a spin on nautical implements. Think of mirrors trimmed in rope and anchors or ship’s wheels as wall art. This homeowner used an oar and several vintage buoys to adorn the front porch. What a charming welcome!

Don’t miss our post on vintage cottage beach decor for more nautical home decor ideas!

Easy DIY Father’s Day BBQ Decor

June 5, 2019 by Jackie Leave a Comment

This Father’s Day, why not throw a BBQ in Dad’s honor? We can help by sharing easy DIY Father’s Day BBQ decor ideas! Throwing a Father’s Day BBQ is a lot easier than hosting a Mother’s Day brunch, because Dads don’t generally worry much about decor, because food is the most important thing! So let’s keep our DIY Father’s Day BBQ decor simple and fun.

Easy DIY Father’s Day BBQ Decor Ideas

My favorite easy DIY Father’s Day BBQ decor involves plaid napkins in masculine colors like blue and brown. Add some rustic wood-handled tableware if you have it. Choose dinnerware in a neutral color pulled straight from your plaid napkins. And I love the fun touch of paper mustaches at each place setting!

Here’s a little variation on the masculine plaid theme. Stainless flatware and antique metal-look plates work well with plaid napkins in colors of blue, red and gray. The blue and gray extends to the ribbon that adorns a brown paper-wrapped gift for Dad.

Keep the mustache theme going by using paper mustaches as cupcake toppers. I think the bow tie is a nice touch, but it’s completely optional and not necessary for our rustic DIY Father’s Day BBQ theme. If you wanted to include a bow tie with Dad’s dessert, make it plaid to match the napkins!

For some extra fun at your Father’s Day BBQ, have some paper mustaches, bow ties and glasses available for fun selfie props. That way, everyone can take a fun selfie with Dad to help celebrate him and his day.

Design and print a fun Father’s Day banner to welcome all the guests to the BBQ. Print an extra and use it as a table runner to adorn the center of the table. For the table decor, just use rustic platters set at different heights to display all the delicious food you’re serving. Dad will love it!

See how easy DIY Father’s Day BBQ decor can be? Now put your best effort into preparing all of Dad’s favorite BBQ delights! Before you go, check out these Free Printable Cards for Father’s Day.

5 Things Every Sunroom Needs

May 29, 2019 by Jackie Leave a Comment

Before you design a sunroom or decorate an existing one, you should know about the 5 things every sunroom needs–not just to help you beat the summer heat. For the most usable, comfortable sunroom all year-round, there are things needed to elevate it from just okay, to fabulous. Check out the 5 things every sunroom needs.

5 things every sunroom needs

Every sunroom needs a comfortable place to relax! After all, the whole point of a sunroom is to enjoy the sun for 3-4 seasons of the year. If your sunroom doesn’t have a welcoming place for you or your family to sit down and relax, it won’t get the use it deserves.

2. If you have the space, your sunroom needs more than one purpose. That means you should design the space with multiple areas for different functions. Besides a comfortable seating area, an area for dining is most desirable. This gives your family a spot to enjoy a sunny breakfast or evening meal. It’s one of our favorite uses for a sunroom!

3. One of the 5 things every sunroom needs is the ability to control the temperature. For example, a ceiling fan is one of the best and easiest ways to make a sunroom feel cooler in the summer, and warmer in the fall and winter. All you need to do is the adjust the direction of the blades from one season to another.

4. Every sunroom needs to have the option to increase the privacy level. Curtains, sun shades or other types of privacy screens are an easy way to accomplish this. Not only do privacy screens increase your privacy, they also cut down the bright sun when you need to cool things off.

5. Don’t forget to include lots of greenery in your sunroom. Plants in varying heights help to make your sunroom feel like an extension of the outdoors, which is exactly what you want. If the room is very sunny for most of the day, make sure to take that into account when choosing plants to use in the sunroom.

These are the basic 5 things every sunroom needs, but you can always add to this list. Don’t be afraid to decorate it like an extension of your home, and include your favorite accessories. Have fun with it!

Daybeds Designed For Dreaming

May 15, 2019 by Jackie Leave a Comment

Daybeds are beds that have quite a few uses and have seen quite a bit of history! I’ll bet you didn’t know that there are some very interesting facts about the humble daybed. Today we are taking a look at daybeds designed for dreaming. I promise that by the end of this article, you’re either going to want a daybed, or you’re going to better appreciate the one you already have. Here we go!

What Is A Daybed?

A daybed is actually a fusion of a bed, a lounge and a chaise. Depending on the style, a daybed can be used in bedrooms, living rooms, and even family rooms. There are also daybeds for outdoor use. Daybeds are actually pretty versatile.

History Of Daybeds

The first known use of the term “daybed” dates back to pre-1600! Some form of a daybed/chaise/lounge was utilized in many cultures, but probably originated with the Greeks who are said to have prized their lounging times. Roman soldiers also used a daybed as a cot of sorts, where they could recline and get some sleep whenever the opportunity came. Legend says that in Victorian times, women used them as a spot to recline and catch their breath when tight corsets became too much.

Daybeds To Dream About

An antique daybed is always a good idea, especially if you have a traditionally styled home or love vintage styles. Add some throw pillows, and you have a great spot to read a few chapters of that novel you need to catch up on.

I particularly love an outdoor daybed such as this one. During spring and fall, this is the best place for an afternoon nap, and surely a daybed to dream about. You can easily DIY something like this. See how you can convert an old crib into a fabulous daybed-swing!

Here’s an example of how daybeds are used in a living room or family room space. Since a daybed easily functions as a sofa, all you have to do is pile on some comfy cushions to lean against. But when the afternoon slump hits, you can lay back and catch a much-needed power nap!

So what do you think about daybeds now? I think I’m going to start looking for one for my home!

Vintage Beach Cottage Decor For Every Home {Even If You Don’t Live By A Beach}

May 1, 2019 by Jackie Leave a Comment

There’s nothing quite like the charm of a vintage beach cottage. Couldn’t you just step into this picture and laze away the day? Luckily, even if you don’t live near the beach, you can have the feel of the beach at home with vintage beach cottage decor. I’ve got some ideas to show you how to incorporate it into your home, no matter where you live!

What is vintage beach cottage decor?

You could say that vintage beach cottage decor combines the best of vintage, shabby chic, and beachy styles into one charming package. And the best thing about it is that you don’t have to live near the beach to use it. Every home can benefit from the charm of vintage beach cottage decor! If you’ve already got a collection of vintage furniture and some beachy decor pieces, you’re already most of the way there. You might have a piece of vintage furniture that’s dark and seemingly unusable, but consider the ways you could flip it–even with just a fresh coat of paint in a beachy color.

Vintage beach cottage decor ideas

One thing that you should include in your beachy decor is nautical stripes. They really add a nice touch to the entire space, and help others define it as “beachy.” Don’t be afraid to use things that are obviously beach-inspired as well, such as a vintage surfboard. It really brings a cool vibe to your space!

Vintage beach cottage decor colors

Another thing that will help set your space apart as beach-inspired is the color palette you use. One way to do this is with an array of blues, grays, and sea foam green. Notice that in this vintage beach cottage-inspired bedroom, there are a variety of blue shades, plus a variety of bold & subdued nautical stripes in the bedding. The white-washed wood accent wall also adds to the beachy feel of this room. Love it!

Vintage beach cottage decor accent pieces

Besides vintage furniture, vintage accent pieces play a role in vintage beach cottage decor. But it’s easy to look around your home and take stock of what you already have that would fit the bill. Have you got any rustic baskets? Use them to hold a collection of blue and white throws and toss pillows in your living room.

An old wood tray is the perfect vehicle to display things like shells, driftwood, starfish and other beach accents you can find at Amazon. Can you see how the nautical navy stripes on the throw add fun color and dimension to the decor?

Even your table decor can be decidedly beachy! The pale blue-green dinnerware and bowls that resemble seashells are perfection and have a clear vintage vibe. The natural fiber chargers also add to the beachy feel. It’s beautiful!

You might live in a city apartment, but you can still use these ideas to add vintage beach cottage decor and a fresh look to your place! Have fun with it!

Color Poppin’ Home Decor Ideas

April 24, 2019 by Jackie Leave a Comment

Although an accent wall in an eye-catching color can be fun, today we’re leaning towards color poppin’ home decor ideas that are more subdued. One of the fun new trends in home decor is styling your home with a neutral base, and then adding pops of color throughout the room to liven things up just a little. When the eye is tired of color, the neutral base provides a spot for it to rest. Want to see what I mean? Come along for a color poppin’ ride!

Color poppin’ home decor ideas

What is your favorite neutral? A clean white? A warm greige? The good news is that it doesn’t matter! Start with your favorite neutral color for the walls and floors of your room. You could choose a bright white for the walls and a light wood for your floors, or a soft gray wall with a neutral carpet on the floor. Once you have a neutral palette for the base of the room, you are ready to add those pops of color that enliven the room.

Unexpected pops of color

This living room is neutral but unexpected pops of color draw the eye around the room. The decorator chose bright green and fuchsia to liven things up, and then used them in the throw pillows and picture frames. Even the houseplant gets in on the fun with its bright Chartreuse leaves.

Area rugs

One of the fun ways to add pops of color to your living room is to use an area rug. An area rug in a bright color scheme works over wood floors, tile, or carpeting. It’s a fabulous way to designate smaller areas within the room as well. Don’t be afraid to use an area rug that really pops! If you get tired of it, it’s easy to switch out.

Color stripes

Rather than paint an entire accent wall in a bright color, add a smaller pop of color. This yellow stripe on the wall adds some fun to an otherwise boring home office space. Doesn’t it make the prospect of sitting down to work or study a lot more inviting?

Accessories

Try painting accessories for color poppin’ home decor ideas. Wood crates painted in fun shades and used for book shelves make a great DIY home decor project. Baskets, flower pots and other small knickknacks are more accessories that easily add pops of color to a space. Even the orchid provides another shot of fuchsia!

Try boosting the charm at home with color poppin’ home decor ideas that are simple and fun. For more home decor ideas you can use, see home decor styles that don’t go out of style!