Brown is a timeless decor color. The color of tree bark, decorating with brown brings nature inside and lends an air of being in the woods. Brown is a neutral that complements most colors and increases a home's warmth when paired with an intense color, such as red. The color red is used to create drama and energy when decorating. Red makes a statement and creates an atmosphere of passion. Incorporate these tips to combine these two popular colors in your home. Does this Spark an idea?
Make Nautical Themed 3-Dimensional Artwork
Nautical is the hottest trend in home decor, however, it can often be difficult to find just the right wall pieces to set off a modern nautical design. Follow the steps below to make your own three-dimensional nautical themed artwork. Does this Spark an idea?
Decorate a Lake Bedroom
Decorate your bedroom to look like it belongs in a lake house, or to enhance your lake house view. A lake house bedroom should feel relaxing and cozy, while allowing your natural surroundings to be the focus. Add your own bits of nature if you aren't fortunate enough to have a lake house bedroom with a view. Opt for a color palette of earth tones, such as blues, greens and browns, that play off the natural surroundings of a lake house. Does this Spark an idea?
Paint Decorations in a Kids Playroom
Painting your own decorations is inexpensive and will add a personal touch to a child's playroom. Painting by freehand involves drawing objects onto the wall without the use of stencils or templates. It doesn't cost anything extra, but you need basic drawing skills. If you don't have these skills, using an overhead projector is great for tracing images onto a wall. However, you will need to borrow, rent, or purchase a projector. Whichever method you choose, this project can be done in as little as a few hours for small paint projects or a weekend for more elaborate decorations. Does this Spark an idea?
Hang Wall Decor
While methods for hanging varying kinds of wall décor differ by décor type, you can still follow some general guidelines for successfully decorating your walls. According to a post at Apartment Therapy, you should hang wall décor at 57 inches, which is the "average human eye height." The center of the object should hit the 57-inch mark. Don't limit yourself to only hanging pictures as wall décor. You can hang baskets, bowls, plates or other flat-backed objects neatly on your wall, as long as hanging hardware is attached to the back. Does this Spark an idea?