Author Archives: Kelley Taylor

How To Make Windows Look Larger

Posted on September 2, 2011 by Kelley Taylor

To make a small window look larger, hang your panels just beyond the window edges. Hang valances high so that the bottom only covers and inch or so of the actual window. Source: Nesting, It’s a Chick Thing by Ame Mahler Beanland & Emily Miles Terry Visit site: ChickStyle.com Check out: Smith+Noble

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Don’t Design Scared

Posted on September 1, 2011 by Kelley Taylor

The exuberantly anti-minimalist interior designer, Dorothy Draper (no relation to Don Draper that I know of….as if he’s real) said, “Don’t design scared.” Be bold and confident in your decisions. You know what speaks to you.

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Time To Plan for Fall Planting

Posted on August 2, 2011 by Kelley Taylor

For those of us who love getting our daffodil and tulips on in the spring, you’ll want to start planning now! Here’s guide to fall bulbs to plant in the spring. Click here for all about fall bulbs guide.

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Save with One Kings Lane

Posted on May 4, 2011 by Kelley Taylor

So I just found this site called One Kings Lane that offers daily deals like the Gilt Groupe. It’s really one of my favorite destinations for private sales on home decor, accessories and gifts. Prices are up to 70% off every day. I have ordered several things from them now and all items have been … Continue reading »

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Get Your Overstock Mail-Order Plants Now

Posted on April 13, 2011 by Kelley Taylor

While most local nurseries and garden supply centers are just gearing up with fresh shipments of plants, flowers, garden tools and supplies, most mail-order catalog companies, or direct sale nurseries are putting their overstock for the spring season on sale. You can get many deals on bulbs and bareroot plants, still in plenty of time … Continue reading »

Categories: decorating tips, Flowers, garden, plants and botanicals | Tags: Blooming Bulb, flowers, garden tools, mail-order, planting, Plants, sale, spring, supplies | Leave a comment

Twist On Decorating Easter Eggs

Posted on April 12, 2011 by Kelley Taylor

This months Country Living Magazine has an amazing idea for dying Easter eggs by blogger Sonia Bauer (bigsislilsis.com). She first applies a botanical blossom or leaf on the egg, ties it up in pantyhose, then dyes it with her own homemade vegetable dyes. Exquisite! To find out more information, see this months Country Living … Continue reading »

Categories: decorating tips, Flowers, holiday decorating, plants and botanicals | Tags: Country Living, decorating tips, Easter, Easter Eggs, holiday decorating, Sonia Bauer | Leave a comment

How To Place A Persian Or Oriental Rug In Your Room

Posted on April 11, 2011 by Kelley Taylor

The light and shadows in a room play tricks on our eyes and affect how we see color and brightness. You might notice some variations in the look of your new Persian rug or Oriental rug depending on the direction of its pile in relation to the room’s light source. Try turning the rug so … Continue reading »

Categories: color, decorating tips, floor coverings, lighting | Tags: color, decorating tips, floor coverings, lighting, placement, rugs | Leave a comment

Organizing and Decorating with Baskets

Posted on April 10, 2011 by Kelley Taylor

Functional, portable, and ever tidy, baskets are the best kind of organizing tools – the ones you leave out in the open. A pleasing array of light and airy containers will inspire order this spring, or any season. Reduce Clutter and Get Things in Order with Everything Storage at Organize.com! SAVE $5 OFF orders over … Continue reading »

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Top 5 Best Flowers To Decorate With

Posted on April 7, 2011 by Kelley Taylor

1. Orchids Orchids have been a standard for a while now. Simple and elegant, at home in modern or traditional decor, these are best placed in the bathroom or in an entry. 2. Peonies Ruffled, delicate, soft and sweet, peonies are a favorite among decorators for giving a soft touch to any room. Peony arrangements … Continue reading »

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How High To Hang A Chandelier over Dining Room Table

Posted on April 6, 2011 by Kelley Taylor

The standard recommendation for hanging a chandelier over a dining room table is 30 inches (30″) between surface of table and bottom structure of chandelier. It is not necessary to include the length of any crystals that dangle beneath lowest structural element of the chandelier. However, if the ceilings are higher than 8 feet (8′) … Continue reading »