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My 10 Favorite Elite Leather Furniture Pieces From High Point Market
While at High Point Market earlier this week, I took a turn around the Elite Leather showroom, taking in the gorgeous seating option the company has to offer. While I did love a lot of the leather upholstered pieces, the brand also has a huge variety of other upholstery textiles as well, from ikat- and suzani-patterned pieces to sturdy wool and luscious linen solids. See what I loved from its Read more
4 Simple Sofa Facelifts — Starting at $40
Dying to update your sofa, but can't stomach the idea of buying an entirely new piece or paying big bucks for a reupholstery job? There's no need to spend major money on your sofa when renovating or redecorating your space. Spruce up your seating area with these simple and effective ideas, from least to most expensive. Least Expensive: New Pillow Cases While you could always buy new pillows, save Read more
Use One Major Pop of Color in a Sea of Neutrals
While common design advice holds that pops of color are often best attempted in accent pieces — think pillows, throws, and artwork — there's an undeniable appeal in simply throwing caution to the wind and making a major color statement with a larger furniture piece. This living room, featured in the latest issue of Lonny Mag, does just that. Granted, we'd expect such expert use of color in Read more
Trend Alert: Bountiful Burlap Decor
Do You Own a Sleeper Sofa?
When it comes to HGTV, there are many things to love, not the least of which is the Urban Oasis giveaway. This year's contest will award one lucky HGTV fan with a modern urban apartment in downtown Chicago. Decorated and designed by Vern Yip, the whole space is beautiful, including this gorgeous velvet upholstered sofa. The sofa is actually a sleeper — making the one-bedroom HGTV apartment more Read more
Fave Fall Shoes Translated Into Stellar Seating
While we're sad to see Summer go, and it's hard to believe it's already the end of August, there's lots of beauty in store for Fall. When I'm not scouring the web for the latest home trends, I've got to be real; I harbor a very serious passion for shoes. I've drawn inspiration from the beautiful fabrics and styles from Fall shoes and translated them into dreamy seating options for your home. Put Read more
Browse Classic Furniture Pieces For $1,000 or Less
You can't go wrong when you're decorating with a classic. And when it comes to major investment pieces, classic styling is sure to stand the test of time and decorating trends. If you think you don't have the budget for a classic piece, such as a bed frame, dining table, or sofa, think again. These pieces, all under $1,000 may be just what you're looking for. Head over to Real Simple to find Read more
Trend Alert: Cloud-Like Sofas
Interior decorating has definitely become less formal over the years, but lately it's taken a lazier, more ethereal turn. First, it was the cloud-like light fixtures that look like billowy masses suspended below the ceiling, and now the new trend is wrinkly, white, slipcovered sofas that make you feel like you're actually floating on a cloud. I've spotted the style in plenty of stateside Read more
Inspiring Makeovers: 11 Reupholstery Projects That Will Impress You
April 22 marks Earth Day, and in anticipation of that most eco of days, I wanted to inspire you with some eco decorating ideas. Going green in your home doesn't just mean using biodegradable cleaners and CFL bulbs; it also means choosing your furniture and accents with some eco factors in mind. One of the most green ways you can go when it comes to furniture is to buy a vintage piece and have it Read more
