12 Home Decor Accessories Every Home Should Have And How To Style Them Beautifully
Learn which home decor accessories every home should have and how to style them to create a beautiful, finished, inviting space.
A few well-chosen home decor accessories can make a room feel warm, inviting, and beautifully pulled together. They add personality, create balance, and give a space that finished look that makes a home feel cared for. And the best part is, you don’t need a lot to make a big difference.
If you’ve ever looked around a room and thought, “It’s nice… but something is missing,” you’re not alone. Most of the time, it’s not the furniture that’s the problem. It’s what’s happening around it.
That’s where accessories come in.
I’ve learned from years and years of decorating my home, something that changed the way I decorate. It’s not about having more decor. It’s about choosing the right pieces and knowing how to use them. I use the same favorite accessories over and over again in my home at Tanglewood, styling them differently each time, and they always work.
In this post, I’m sharing 12 home decor accessories every home should have, along with simple, practical ways to style them so your home looks finished and thoughtfully decorated.
Before we get to the list, keep this simple approach in mind:
THINK → DECIDE → DO
Think about what your room needs, decide which accessories will help, and then place them, step back, and edit until everything feels just right.
Pillows
Pillows are one of the easiest ways to change the look of a room quickly and inexpensively.
They add color, pattern, and softness, and help a space feel finished. If a room feels a little flat or tired, this is almost always the first thing I update.
If you have visited StoneGable for any time, you know this is one accessory I use liberally in my home. I move pillows from room to room and restyle them often, and they always seem to give a space a fresh look.
The key is to keep it simple. A few well-chosen pillows will always look better than too many. I like to mix sizes and patterns, but keep a common thread, like color or style, so they work together without looking busy.
Decorating Tip: How To Style Pillows
- Use an odd number for a more relaxed look
- Mix solids with patterns to create interest
- Repeat one color from the room to tie everything together
- Change pillow covers seasonally for an easy update
Throws
Throws are a simple way to make a room feel comfortable and inviting.
They add softness and texture, helping a space feel lived in. I like to keep it simple by using one throw per room. That is usually enough. Any more than that can start to look cluttered instead of cozy. If you need more than one throw in a room, put them in a basket with a lid or on a folded, neatly stacked bench.
Drape a throw over the arm of a chair, across the corner of a sofa, or lightly folded at the end of a bed. Take a second to arrange it so it looks intentional. That little bit of effort makes a big difference. How To Style A Throw Blanket 10 Attractive Ways is a very helpful post you should read.
Decorating Tip: How To Style A Throw
- Let part of it fall naturally for a relaxed look
- Choose a texture that contrasts with your furniture
- Repeat a color already in the room
- Drape or fold it so it looks intentional
RUGS
Rugs are one of the most important accessories in a room. They ground the space and help everything feel connected and finished.
Choosing the right size rug is so important. I know this from experience. I’ve used rugs that were too small and tried to live with them, but they always made the whole room feel off. In the end, we replaced them, and it was an expensive mistake.
A rug should be large enough to anchor your furniture, not float in the middle of the room. Bigger is almost always better.
Decorating Tip: How To Choose The Right Rug
- Choose the largest size your space and budget allow
- Make sure furniture sits on the rug, not around it
- Use rugs to define areas in open spaces
- Pick a pattern or color that supports the room, not competes with it
BOTANICALS AND ORGANICS
Botanicals and organics bring life into a room in a way nothing else can. Whether they are fresh, dried, or faux, they add softness, movement, and life. My eye is always drawn to something green in a room.
I use botanicals all over my home at Tanglewood, and many times they come straight from the yard. Clipping a few branches or bringing in hydrangeas is one of the easiest ways to add something special to a space.
Just be careful not to overdo it. A few well-placed pieces will always look better than filling every surface.
Decorating Tip: How To Use Botanicals And Organics
- Use one or two arrangements per room for a clean look
- Choose containers that work with your decor
- Mix real and faux for ease and longevity
- Keep arrangements simple and a little loose
Candles And Lanterns
Candles and lanterns add warmth and a soft glow that makes a room feel inviting.
They aren’t just for dining tables or outdoor spaces. I use them on coffee tables, consoles, and entry tables to bring a little light and interest to a room. There’s something about candlelight that makes a space feel calm and welcoming. It’s a small detail, but it makes a big difference.
For everyday use, I often rely on battery-operated candles with timers. They give the same look without any worry and come on automatically each evening.
Decorating Tip: How To Style Candles And Lanterns
- Group candles in odd numbers for a relaxed look
- Vary heights to create interest
- Use neutral candles for a classic feel
- Add a lantern to anchor a tabletop or corner
Lamps
Lamps are one of the most important accessories in a room because they add both light and style.
They help create a warm, layered look that overhead lighting alone just can’t do. A room with only one light source often feels flat, while a room with several lamps and circles of flooded light feels comfortable and inviting.
I think lamps are often overlooked. Many times, it’s not the room that needs changing, it’s the lighting. Updating a lamp, or even just its shade, can make a big difference.
Decorating Tip: How To Use Lamps
- Use at least two or three light sources in a room
- Choose lamps that fit the scale of your furniture
- Update lampshades, very important, to refresh a tired lamp
- Place lamps where you need light, not just where they fit
Mirrors
Mirrors are one of the easiest ways to add light and make a room feel more open.
They reflect what’s around them, so they can brighten a space and make it feel larger without adding anything new. If a room feels a little dark or closed in, a mirror can make a big difference.
I’ve learned by experience that size really matters with mirrors. A small mirror often gets lost on a wall and doesn’t do much for the room. A larger mirror, or one with a substantial frame, has much more impact.
Think about what your mirror will reflect. Placing it across from a window or near something you want to highlight will make it work even harder for your space. I once had a mirror over my mantel, and all it reflected was my kitchen ceiling. Hang a mirror where it reflects something pleasing.
Decorating Tip: How To Use Mirrors
- Choose a mirror that is large enough for the wall
- Place it where it will reflect light or something pretty
- Use a strong frame to add structure and interest
- Avoid mirrors that feel too small for the space
Poofs And Ottomans
Poofs and ottomans are small pieces that add comfort and flexibility to a room. They can be used as a footrest, extra seating, or even a place to set a tray. I love how easy they are to move around when you need them.
These pieces are also a great way to add texture or a different material to a space. A leather ottoman or a woven poof can bring in interest without adding clutter.
I’ve used them in so many rooms, moving them around when needed, and they always seem to find a place. That’s what makes them so useful.
Decorating Tip: How To Use Poofs And Ottomans
- Place one near a chair for a comfortable footrest
- Use as extra seating when needed
- Choose a material that adds texture to the room
- Keep it easy to move so it can be used in different ways
Drink Tables
Drink tables are one of my very favorite accessories. They are so versatile and can be tucked into the smallest spaces. They add a spot to set a drink next to a chair without making a room feel crowded or cluttered. That alone makes them so useful.
I also love using them in unexpected places. A drink table next to a bathtub is perfect for holding a candle, a book, or a few personal items.
Because they are small and easy to move, they can be used in so many different ways throughout your home.
Decorating Tip: How To Use Drink Tables
- Keep the top simple, just one or two items
- Choose a finish that works with other metals or woods in the room
- Make sure the height works with the chair or tub beside it
- Use it as a quiet accent, not a focal point
Baskets And Trays
Baskets and trays are some of the most useful accessories you can have in your home. They help keep things organized while also making a space look neat and put together. I use them on coffee tables, kitchen counters, bedside tables, and entry tables to gather items so they don’t feel scattered.
Baskets are also a wonderful way to add texture and warmth. They can hold everything from throws to magazines and still look pretty.
Trays do something similar, but in a more structured way. They give items a place to “live” and instantly make a grouping look styled.
Decorating Tip: How To Use Baskets And Trays
- Layer items at different heights for interest
- Mix textures, like woven baskets with smoother materials
- Keep trays from feeling crowded by editing what goes on them
- Use baskets that are large enough to make a visual impact
Risers
Risers are one of those accessories that quietly make everything look better. They add height and variation to a grouping, which keeps a surface from looking flat or one-dimensional. Even a small lift can make a big difference.
I use risers on kitchen counters, coffee tables, and shelves to give certain pieces a little more presence. They help guide your eye and make a grouping feel more balanced. My favorite risers are books. Stacking books to become risers is so easy and makes a beautiful difference.
Once you start using them, you’ll notice how often a space needs just a bit of height to feel finished.
Decorating Tip: How To Use Risers
- Use one riser per grouping to avoid a cluttered look
- Combine taller and lower items for balance
- Choose simple shapes so they don’t compete with what’s on them
- Tuck a riser slightly under another item for a layered look
Art And Personal Pieces
Art and personal pieces are what make a house feel like a home. They tell your story and give a room personality in a way nothing else can. These are the things that make your home feel warm, lived in, and truly yours.
I like to mix art with meaningful pieces I’ve collected over time. Some are old, some are simple, but they all have a place because they matter to me.
This is also where a room becomes more than just pretty. It becomes personal.
Decorating Tip: How To Use Art And Personal Pieces
- Thoughtfully choose and place a personal item among other decor
- Mix newer pieces with older ones for a collected look
- Let one special item stand alone so it can be noticed
- Change pieces occasionally to keep your home feeling fresh
Bonus: Books
I couldn’t leave out one of my favorite decorating elements. Books are one of the easiest ways to add personality and warmth to a room.
They bring in color, texture, and a sense of history, making a space feel personal and lived in. I love using books throughout my home, not just for reading but also as part of the decor.
Stack a few on a table, add them to a shelf, or use them to elevate another object. They are simple, but they add so much character.
Decorating Tip: How To Use Books
- Stack two or three books to create height on a surface
- Turn a few books horizontally to break up rows on a shelf
- Choose books with covers that work with your room
- Edit your stacks so they look neat and chosen on purpose
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Common Questions About Home Decor Accessories
If you’ve ever wondered how to use accessories without overdoing it, these answers will help you decorate with more confidence.
The most important home decor accessories are the ones that help a room feel finished and comfortable.
I always reach for pillows, rugs, lamps, botanicals, and a few meaningful pieces. These create softness, add light, and bring personality into a space without needing a lot of extra decor.
A room doesn’t need a lot of accessories; it needs the right ones.
Start with a few key pieces and then step back and look at the room. If it feels balanced and comfortable, stop there. Adding too much is often what makes a room feel cluttered.
Keep things simple and give each item a little space.
Group items together instead of spreading them out, vary heights so everything isn’t flat, and edit often. If something doesn’t add to the room, take it away.
Choose accessories that work with your home’s colors, style, and scale.
Look for pieces that repeat colors already in the room and fit the size of your furniture. And most importantly, choose things you love. That’s what makes a home feel personal.
Yes, and I do this all the time.
Moving accessories from room to room is one of the easiest ways to refresh your home without buying anything new. A piece that feels tired in one room can look completely different in another.
A home doesn’t need a lot of accessories to feel attractive and welcoming; it just needs the right ones used with care.
Start with a few of these pieces and take your time adding them to your rooms. Move things around, try them in different places, and don’t be afraid to edit. Some of the best decorating decisions come from stepping back and seeing what really works.
And remember, the goal isn’t to have a perfectly decorated home. It’s to create a home that feels comfortable, welcoming, and truly yours.
Friend, that’s always the most beautiful kind of home.
Fantastic advice as always. Pillows are such a great thing as they are relatively inexpensive to change and they really can alter a room dramatically. I have just bought five new ones in contrasting colours and they have certainly given our sitting room a new lease of life.
Yvonne, I’m with you on all fronts and am constantly updating my home. Right now I’m on a lamp hunt but everything seems so generic and overly expensive. Your lamps are each so different and unique. Do you have a favorite place to find them (even if its a local store as I’m in your area frequently). As a matter of fact. I just came out to get my pumpkin fix and brought home a trunk full!
Hi June, I like the Pottery Barn outlet on RT 30. I also like Wayfair, HomeGoods and Hayneedle. All great sources!
Yvonne, Many thanks. I’ll check them out!
I love your rug pictured under the rug category in the 10 things you need to accessorize your home. Could you please tell me where you bought this rug and the name and color of the rug? Thank you Yvonne!
Where did you get that beautiful rug in the living room seating area.?
This is my all-time favorite rug! See it here:https://rstyle.me/+hu3rWsVZtbqK_gl1j73K8w
Oh, and I finally took my husband to Sugarplums and Tea. Have you been?
Yes, I have had lunch there many times. A great place to take a few girlfriends too!
Sometimes I just am so content with a vignette that I get in a rut, but lately, probably inspired by many of your posts, I am changing things out, i.e. moving a copper candle screen for 3 candles from a place on top of the linen closet (been there for 15 years)to a our TV amoire, and filling a beautiful Chinese porcelain Tub with blue and green hydrangeas and another blue and white jar for a new vignette!
Great ideas to add to your rooms. I love the addition of pillows and try to buy or make some every season to add to my collection. Also the vignettes are fun to put together. Your rooms are always beautiful.
Each time I see a photo of your chest of drawers, I just love it even more…the scrolling on the front is really what sets it apart and make it stand out. Just love it. Thanks for all the tips on lamps, rugs, pillows and mirrors, too!
More great information. Thanks Yvonne. I’m currently trying to design my living room which feels overwhelming at times. Your tips have been truly helpful.
Every single “room changer” was spot on! I love how you created a vignette on your foyer table with the container vases in the wire tray. Most folks would have just set the vase containers on the table by themselves. I can remember loving to group things together when I was a little girl cleaning my room. For as long as I can remember I have loved decorating spaces. Once I even rearranged my parents bedroom furniture while they were out shopping! I was probably 11 or 12. Don’t ask me how I moved that heavy furniture, I’m wondering myself!! But they never minded my rearranging and decorating; and thankfully, my husband is the same way. My 85 year old Mom still asks me to “change things up” at her cute little home. You are such an encouragement to us as we wait, with bated breath, to see what you’ve come up with next!!
You are a decorator at heart Deb! How wonderful for your family!
Me too, Deb! I loved to rearrange the furniture whenever my parents were out! And, the family laughs every time we rent a vacation home because they know I’m going to change things around. I do reluctantly put it back as it was, though before we leave.
You most certainly are the Queen of Vignettes! Gorgeous and creative vignettes. Love the lantern and if it is new(ish) would appreciate knowing the source.
Where did you find that clock? Love it! obsessed with all things that tick & tock! Just had one shipped from MN to CO that I found in cute, small-town shop. laura
See Brenda’s comment, Laura. This clock is really AMAZING!
Thank you so much for all the input on decorating on a budget You always have such beautiful vignettes and lanterns I love God bless
I love your style of decorating so much!!!!! Can you tell me where youbfound the wonderful big white clock?????
You can find my clock HERE: http://fave.co/2g5aq0l
I always love your tips and tricks Yvonne. They inspire me. Thanks!
I so agree with everything in your post.I try to incorporate these accessorizing tips into
my home too.You do have the perfect touches in your home Yvonne.
You spoke of mirrors in every room…I’ve enjoyed mine because they project so much more light into a room…including mirrored back-splash in my kitchen.
I love the look of a mirrored backsplash. Wow, talk about glamour!
You are so right!!! These are simple tips that can make a HUGE statement or transformation in a room. Thanks for making such a nice list for your readers! I do love a list…
Right on! Thanks for all the hints in one spot. You are the best! Thank you
Regarding your post of September 30, Table for Two, please answer our questions in comments.
PLEASE, please answer our ALL our questions from your beautiful post of September 30th!!!!!!!! It was too beautiful,, got to many comments to leave us hanging for info.
I want to know where to show your area for the chamber pots? What am I looking for in a chamber pot? SEE, you got me going shopping.
Hi Nan, I try my best to answer the questions. Sorry if I missed some.
I found the white chamber pot in an antique store just outside of Harrisburg Pa. Hope this helps.
Yvonne your tips are very helpful. Today my husband and I went shopping in Duren, Germany and I got alot of decorating ideas as well. My head is still spinning of all the things that I seen. I would like to go shopping without the husband next time.LOL Have a great fall day. Guten tag!
great tips for all of us to decorate our homes…thanks!
You have the best decorating advice & I always learn so much from your posts! Thank you!
I added some new throw pillows this season since mine had served their time. And I bought a pumpkin pillow for the first time!
Your home is beautiful but what I love are your vignettes. The balance, texture and the greenery are in perfect harmony and are a joy to the eye. When I’m just a little stuck putting one together I always look back to yours for inspiration. Thank you
Amazing how the little personal touches you use mimic what I do except for the plants. Used to, just don’t any more. Wreaths are an accessory that I like to use outside and some inside. Will hang a small one on a ribbon in front of a mirror or use one as a corral around a grouping of candles and artificial leaves, etc. for a table topper.
What I would like to win would be an entire day with Yvonne Pratt !!!
So many great ideas on this post, Yvonne. And, yes, you’re so right about these 10 things. The room will change immediately and look young and fresh.. xx’s
I agree with each and ever one!
Oh, Yvonne, I almost cheered listening to the podcast when you said one could put a garden stool in every room. I just purchased a pair of ceramic/porcelain blue and white chinoiserie garden stools very reasonably. Was actually meeting with a lovely woman to check out a piece of furniture when I spotted the pair. Thought it an impractical purchase, but you have sealed the deal for me. Just love you three!
Yes….you are definitely the queen of vignettes. That is something I am striving to become better with. Great tips, friend.
Love your blogs! I learn so much!
Love your home. Just made your cole slaw recipe for husbands foot ball crowd and it was a hit. So easy too. My old recipe had me shredding the cabbage!,, love the short cut.
Julie
Thank you for all your great advice. I am helping my daughter redo her home and refer to you all the time.
New here after seeing your Fall Home Tour and I am hooked. Glad you are in Lancaster County as I live in Delaware County, PA. After seeing what you do, I think I have to redo some things.
Hi Rae, So glad you found StoneGable!!! Welcome to our wonderful StoneGable family!
Yup, I agree. I am thinking I may have to throw out some of my houseplants that have lived outside all Spring and Summer as I am out of space for them. Your home is always gorgeous. XO
I agree, I just love putting together vignettes. It keeps things fresh.
Had to laugh about the lamp and possible need for new ones because I put my thumb through the lining of one just this afternoon! Guess it is time to go hunting!
Oh no! Time for a new lampshade Linda! ha ha!
Great blog! Learning so much on here, as always! :–)
This is a great post. I like how you have recent posts easily accessible plus I can reread posts with your new toolbar and search engine. Lamps. I seem to change them often in my bedroom!!! I really like what I have right now. I’ve switched my great room lamps quite a bit but my floor lamps I keep but I can’t count how many shades I’ve gotten over the years!! That seems to change the look of many of my lamps. I’d like to update the great room mirrors. All of them!!! I don’t think a person has to spend a fortune but I bought at a discount store and there are ripples in the glass. I’m so tired of these cheap outdated mirrors. I spent so little on them. Your post gave me inspiration to focus on them as a necessary accessory. About throws?? am I the only one that likes new ones each season? Mine seem to get pill balls. I look for clearance throws at Pottery Barn and West Elm. I do not feel so bad about swapping out my “arm candy” that way!!
Oh and orbs!! I want to make your stained hoop orbs too. I never tire of them.
I have recently started following your blog and love it. I’m “decorating challenged” and would love to learn to design a beautiful room. I think your blog is a good place for me to start!
Fantastic post — you wrote about all of my favorite things!! Love!
I love your décor and how homey it is!
Thanks for sharing so many wonderful ideas for accessorizing….and the pictures to go along with them, for reference! I’ve been in the mood “to change things up a bit” and these ideas are a great starting place!
Love everything you do. Everything is curated beautifully. Looking to see more.?
Yvonne, your entire house is wonderful! The chest in the living room looks to have a linen? finish. Love it. Would you please share where you purchased it? You use the wood stamps (are they?) in so many of your vignettes, are they old or new? I love how you use so many different items easily found in a home to keep it interesting like the bowls of stamps and dominoes. Thanks for sharing.
Thanks, Deb! The Curlacue Melange chest is from Hooker. I got it several years ago and I’m not seeing it in stock anywhere. Sorry! The wood stamps are new this fall and came from Heritage Lace. You can see them HERE: http://www.heritagelace.com/store.cfm/Products/Detail/?Id=22985E07-ED3D-23F3-A869-C07D3D139526
Love all your ideas
Thanks for all the great suggestions.
Wish I had an unlimited budget!
Me too! But then we would not be as creative!
Beautiful ideas! I learn something with every post!
Yvonne, I feel so lucky to have found your blog spot! You have such wonderful ideas and I love the menu planning you provide. Your pictures are wonderful and so inspiring! Thank you for all of the ideas and ways to accomplish them. I recently moved to Florida from the north and have challenges decorating but look to your blog for ideas. Thank you again.
Such great ideas, I always check here or on your blog for inspiration.
I’ve been looking for something to give my home a little more pizzazz. Love these ideas.
Thanks for the information
Well good morning!!! I feel like I am already a winner by getting these great tips! Thank you!!! Blessings!
“Pillows, pillows, pillows!” 😉
Love this post. I use all except two things, that I should probably implement. 🙂
I think I’ll go lamp shopping today!
Where is that lovely white clock from in the thumbnail?
It’s the Lanier clock from Ballard Designs.
Where did you get the chunky rug in your living rooms?! Love!!!
You can see my living room and foyer rug here: http://rstyle.me/~afz79
It appears that I have mastered the 10 things to accessorize your room, as I have everything listed in my home. Sometimes less is more and other times more is best. I love this article.
Great ideas. Learned a few things that I’m going to use. I’m a big fan of Stonegable . Thanks
Thanks, Beverly!
Yvonne, I love the stoneware vase in your lamp photo. Is that vintage or a reproduction that is available to purschase? Thanks for all the inspiration!
Hi Suzanne, you have a good eye for vintage things! I found it on an antiquing hunt.
Yvonne the buffalo check pillow with the fringe where did u get that one. Thank you
I made that pillow
In all my years of surfing the internet, I have never come across a blog with all the component, I need in one place. Your blog rocks!!!
Thank you for motivating me with your awesome, ways of saving money ?
Well, Andree! You are darling… thanks!
thanks for the reminders … sometimes we just need a jog to our memories. your blog is great! thanks
Yvonne – another great post – thank you for showing us how to have a comfortable and “happy” home.
Hello Yvonne,
Greetings from Texas! My husband noticed the wire mesh lantern as featured in your tutorial, “Accessorize a room with these 10 things” and has been trying to use his über-geek skills to find it online without much success. Where is that particular lantern from?
Thank you!
Kind regards,
Yani
Hi Yani, the lantern was a gift from my sister. I think she purchased it from a little shop in Vienna, Va.
Love everything about your blog Yvonne! It’s so helpful. I love to decorate but sometimes I find myself overwhelmed at all the choices. But I find that your pictures and blog give me a road map of where to head. Love your style and eye for detail. Thank you so much for sharing!
(btw – love the living room lamps. Where are they from?)
THANKS Alva! The lamps came from The Potter Barn several years ago.
I love you posts for inspiration and knowledge. Where did you purchase you living room rug in picture? Thank you and God Bless.
This is my very favorite rug! Here you go;https://rstyle.me/+hu3rWsVZtbqK_gl1j73K8w
Please tell me where you got the beautiful rug in the above pictures of 10 things for a room. I do believe it’s the prettiest rug I’ve ever seen! Thank you. I do love how you decorate and enjoy all your emails!! Have a blessed day ?
Here you go:https://rstyle.me/+hu3rWsVZtbqK_gl1j73K8w
Please share the link to the beautiful area rug in your sunroom. The colors are perfect for my home.
This IS a gorgeous rug! So much prettier in real life! Here you go; https://rstyle.me/+hu3rWsVZtbqK_gl1j73K8w
Such wonderful advise! Your home is lovely! May I ask where did you get the beautiful grey, blue and gold area rug?
Checkmark on all these items.?You have taught me well.
Please – the zebra rug source?
I read you daily and so appreciate that you refresh and share.
Hi Eunice,
I’ve had this rug for decades because I chose a good rug. It has held up! If it gets dirty it cleans up beautifully!
Wishing i had those exact pillows and that exact throw!
Your pillows above, love them so I’m off looking for some white/textural throw pillows! I agree our designs change a bit over time. Keeping the color to a neutral allows the gift of adding a surprise shade now and then but also allows timelessness? to prevail…plus saves dollars down the road.
Throws are a huge part of my decor change up. Just found that great shade of nut brown for winter and excited to put it out.
Thank you for inspiring me to greywash a 2-drawer chest and mimic the stenciling of your curlicue chest. Love the results. Also. I’ve kept 2 large real cornstalk plants and edited small faux plants . I see that need to simplify my vignettes. Less is more. Thank you friend.
Love your tips on everything.
Working on my mantel, you sure help with ideas!
I love the idea of grouping pillows at one end of the sofa. It’s just a totally different look. I’m going to try that one! Thanks for all your helpful tips.
I try to use the pillows and “chachkas” to enhance the room, but sometimes I feel things look to cluttered….I love having fresh flowers scattered around my rooms also.
I love your style and everything you write! I especially loved the quote from Mary Davis this week! Thanks!
So many things I did not know! Thanks for teaching ❤️
Love all your helpful tips. I’m always looking for suggestions to improve my decor and your lovely photos help my staging iitems and furniture mprove my rooms so much.
I’ve always admired your wood table with curly design in your living room. Do you have a source?
Thanks, JoAnne
I love your style. Can you tell me where you got the lamp on your buffet?
Hi Julianna, thank you! I found the lamp at Kirkland’s a couple years ago.
I am new to your amazing blog and can’t tell you just how much it has inspired me! I have been thinking about painting my garden stool. Would you be able to tell me where to find the interesting gunmetal color you used on your stool? Thank you so much for sharing your ideas and talent!
Oh, I painted the garden stool so long ago. Look for Krylon products and find the gunmetal color there.
All great ideas! I did interior decorating years ago but always learning new things. I have a question, something that I have never found a great answer too. My apartment has carpeting in all the rooms except kitchen and bathroom. I love my area rugs but they don’t seem to stay put. They bunch up even with furniture on the edges. I used carpet tape before but leaves a residue when taking up rug. I have used rug pads. I rent so need to be careful what I do.
If a wall to wall carpeting has nap, putting a rug over them is not a good idea. They will bunch. Enjoy the carpet, alone.
I do wish you’d stop swapping out your cushions!???? Every grouping I see, I think I absolutely must have! I hunt them down, or the nearest equivalent, and my Etsy favourites must have at least $2000 worth of cushions in it. Please, I’m begging you, please STOP!????
(No, I didn’t mean it, don’t stop. I need my fix. I can be strong. I. Can. Stay. Away. From. The. Move. To. Cart. Button.)
LOL! We all love our pillows, Karen. Very cute comment. I got a giggle out of it. Thanks