Spanish-style decorating is used in homes in the West and the South in the United States. Homes in western states often lean towards a convergence of Mexican and Spanish styles. Homes in the Southwest often merge Native American décor with Mexican styles, resulting in a "Santa Fe" Spanish style. No matter where you live, you can create a Spanish style for your home. The key is to incorporate design elements that give the home authenticity in delivering a style that definitely says "Spanish." Does this Spark an idea?
Make Handmade Paper Wall Hangings
Recycle or use papers in an unusual way by making handmade wall hangings. It is a wonderful way to creatively keep reusable trash out of the landfills and teach children the possibilities of using recyclables. Transform a brown paper grocery bag and paper doilies into a fake leather and lace wall hanging for your home. This project can be created in an afternoon and is an easy craft for children to accomplish successfully.
Make Western Bath Decor
Sitting atop a painted pony while moseying through wide, open spaces at sunset conjures up images of the beloved American cowboy. The simplistic, rustic style of Western decor is an enduring favorite in homes everywhere. Ranches, lassos, cowboys, cowgirls, horses, mountains and rodeos typify Western decorating themes. Adorning a bathroom in Western style packs a powerful punch into an oftentimes neglected room of the house. With a little planning, time and effort, this budget-friendly decor can include some projects for the do-it-yourself enthusiast. Does this Spark an idea?
Use Fabric to Decorate Wall Space
Walls are no longer limited to paint or wallpaper. There are a number of different types of techniques and designs that can be used to jazz up the wall of any room in the house. One that top designers often choose to use is adding fabric to wall space. Whether it is used merely as an accent to a single wall, or to replace standard wallpaper, fabric offers a unique and beautiful way to decorate the most important part of a room--the walls. Does this Spark an idea?
Build Floral Wall Sconces
Floral wall sconces are easy to make and add a lot of drama to a boring space. This wall sconce is constructed with a wood base that holds a floral cone, which will hold your flowers. These sconces look great paired hanging on both sides of a picture, arranged randomly along a wall or hanging above a decorative table. You can also use these sconces as decorations for a wedding or other special event. Does this Spark an idea?