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Decorating with Colour

Budget Spring Decorating: Best Tips Using What You Have

Danielle · March 24, 2022 ·

A spring shelf with an aqua cake stand, and a potted pothos on top with a small vase, shells, and books, yellow books and a small oil landscape beside

I'm sharing my favourite tips for budget spring decorating using items you already have, as well as colour and item inspiration for a spring refresh. … [Read more...] about Budget Spring Decorating: Best Tips Using What You Have

DIY Stair Makeover Plan: Best Ideas to Brighten 2 Flights

Danielle · February 24, 2022 ·

Looking down the second floor stairs, brighter natural light, black geometric runner - need to replace it as part of the DIY stair makeover plan

I'm sharing the DIY stair makeover plan, including before photos and mood board, for an upcoming makeover of our 2 flights of stairs. Find out how we plan to lighten and brighten the dark stairs. … [Read more...] about DIY Stair Makeover Plan: Best Ideas to Brighten 2 Flights

Painting an IKEA MOPPE: Great Use of Leftover Paint

Danielle · January 26, 2022 ·

The IKEA MOPPE is finished with white paint and colourful yellow and orange flowers hand painted on.

I recently added a mini chest of drawers for small storage in my craft room. Find out all the tips for personalizing and painting an IKEA MOPPE with a custom design. … [Read more...] about Painting an IKEA MOPPE: Great Use of Leftover Paint

Review: Feels Like Home by Marian Parsons – Achievable & Actionable

Danielle · January 20, 2022 ·

Cover of Feels Like Home by Marian Parsons: Review

I absolutely love Marian Parsons' new decorating book, Feels Like Home. Read on for the rest of my review, and to find out why this is a must-read for anyone looking to make their house feel more like home. … [Read more...] about Review: Feels Like Home by Marian Parsons – Achievable & Actionable

Turquoise For Fall: Top Tips for Fresh Fall Decor

Danielle · October 14, 2021 ·

Fall front step with barn quilt hanging on brick wall in yellow and turquoise, fall wreath, mums, painted doormat and pumpkins

Using turquoise for fall decor might seem like an odd choice, but it's a fresh way to liven up the traditional, warm fall colours. Read on for tips and ideas to add turquoise to your fall decor! … [Read more...] about Turquoise For Fall: Top Tips for Fresh Fall Decor

Mixing Colours and Neutrals: Layering The Best Canadian Wool Blankets

Danielle · September 28, 2021 ·

A welsh terrier lays on a bed with a dark gray Canadian wool blanket laid messily on the bed and a vintage book about a dog

Canadian wool blankets are a great way to add cozy layers for fall, as well as mixing colours and neutrals. I'm sharing about our MacAusland's wool blankets, including our trip to the woollen mill and some wool care FAQs. … [Read more...] about Mixing Colours and Neutrals: Layering The Best Canadian Wool Blankets

Suburban Barn Quilt: Design Eye-catching Art from the Best Meaningful Traditions

Danielle · September 21, 2021 ·

Yellow, Turquoise and Aqua Suburban Barn Quilt hanging on a brick wall

I'm delving into the history and meaning of colourful barn quilts. Then I'm sharing how to design and paint your own suburban barn quilt to brighten your own neighbourhood. … [Read more...] about Suburban Barn Quilt: Design Eye-catching Art from the Best Meaningful Traditions

Giant Tulip Reveal: A Fabulously Fun Garden Focal Point

Danielle · September 9, 2021 ·

Danielle stands beside the finished tulip. They are nearly the same height. The tulip is yellow with red polka dots, green stem and leaves, and a turquoise base.

Part 2: Repair, Painting and Reveal! Read all about the repair, prep work and painting I did to turn our 5 ft plaster tulip into a bold garden focal point. I'll share all the steps and materials we used in this giant tulip makeover. … [Read more...] about Giant Tulip Reveal: A Fabulously Fun Garden Focal Point

Vintage Books For Decor – When It’s Best to Judge Books By the Cover

Danielle · August 26, 2021 ·

vintage globe on books and plant

Using vintage books for decor can be a great way to add colourful and personalized vintage charm to your home. In this post you'll find tips and things to think about when you're choosing vintage books to add to your space. … [Read more...] about Vintage Books For Decor – When It’s Best to Judge Books By the Cover

Vintage Red and Aqua Wedding: Celebrating Our 10 Year Anniversary

Danielle · August 5, 2021 ·

Red and aqua wedding colours couple posing with red carnation bouquet and aqua ribbon

Red and aqua makes for a joyous and vibrant colour scheme for a vintage style wedding. I'll share some of our decor and style choices as we look back 10 years after our big day. … [Read more...] about Vintage Red and Aqua Wedding: Celebrating Our 10 Year Anniversary

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