We all have our favorite go-to decorating principles. Here are some of our favorites:
1). Use as much color as you want. Be brave; it’s not permanent and it’s inexpensive to change!
By Envi Designs.
2). Layer fabrics and textures to create sophistication and warmth.
Photo via Heatherly Design.
3). Don’t forget there are five walls.
Photo via Lizette Marie Interior Design.
4). Think of accessories as the perfect pair of shoes to go with your favorite outfit.
Photo from Lonny Mag via Haus and Home.
5). Bigger IS better when it comes to accessories.
Via the Virginia Belle.
6). Your first instinct is usually right.
7). The best designs come from taking a risk.
Via Abigail Ahern.
8). Mix old and new.
Photo via Emily Chalmers.
9). Don’t be afraid to combine styles.
Photo via Houzz.
10) Be unique, but skip the “themes” unless you are working for the Rainforest Cafe!
Photo via Houzz via Decorate: 1,000 Design Ideas for Every Room in Your Home by Holly Becker and Joanna Copestick.
What are your top decorating tips that you are willing to share?
September 8, 2012 at 12:48 pm
Iris you covered it all! But if I were to list one it would be to add to your accessorizing rule…Group similar or like objects together, whether it be color, style or subject it will make a bigger statement as a group than it would in tiny doses around the room.
September 8, 2012 at 3:48 pm
Totally agree. Sometimes I think a large piece of artwork looks best on its own, but when it comes to knickknacks or collections grouping them does make a bigger statement. You’re very right!
September 8, 2012 at 4:03 pm
Agree 100%!
September 8, 2012 at 5:43 pm
Reblogged this on montsemoze and commented:
You can tell what she’s talking about. The one that I agreed the most is the “don’t be afraid” tip. Jus like children, they are so unique because they are not afraid to be wrong. Cheers.
September 11, 2012 at 1:07 pm
Wonderful tips! I’ve been a little overwhelmed with decorating our house – and #9 and #10 definitely speak to me. At first, I thought I had to have a very distinct style and color palette (which seems so overwhelming), but then I realized I really love a mix of things and not having to commit to one specific “look”.
September 11, 2012 at 3:34 pm
Absolutely! If you do it correctly, mixing things up/eclectic is so much more interesting to look at. Good luck with your project. And remember tip #1 – be brave (:
September 12, 2012 at 1:46 pm
Great tips! Thanks for sharing
September 12, 2012 at 8:04 pm
Thanks for reading. So happy you like them!
September 15, 2012 at 5:58 pm
Tips 1 and 9 are my favorite! Color is such a great way to change a room from season to season and mood to mood! Thanks for sharing all the great tips!
September 15, 2012 at 6:03 pm
Thanks for reading! I completely agree. It’s such an easy, affordable way to shake things up but I’ve noticed that some people are afraid of color. Even some colorful throw pillows can change the feel of a space.
September 16, 2012 at 12:39 am
Love all your tips and the pics you chose. I particularly like No. 6. and mixing old with new… I like an eclectic style, but I have toned down on the colors lately… so my top tip would be, work within color schemes you like… even if you add a pop of color, you need to like that color to begin with… not just because it’s “in” this year (like Neon cushions… you need to really be convinced)… my other tip would be: look at the overall picture, you can make an item you’re not too fond of work when in contrast with its surroundings, you put it next to something else and suddenly you see a different thing, and you might really like it, so don’t toss things away, just refashion them
September 17, 2012 at 7:19 pm
Thank you so much for commenting. I agree that you have to be comfortable with your color scheme. I’m also a huge fan of repurposing items. Something that doesn’t look great in one room could be an important piece in another. Great additions to the tips!