Speedy Decorating Tip: Just Add a Big Red Bow
We have another one of our quick decorating tips for your house that can be done within five minutes with virtually no cost to you. Adding a big red bow to anything during the holiday season immediately gives a feeling of “Christmas” and makes a huge impact with minimal effort. This has to be one of the easiest ways to add instant holiday flair to your house. Red bows can be...
Eye catching plate displays
In a previous post, we talked about decorating with plates, using them as pieces of artwork for your walls. Although it’s not a new trend, eye catching plate displays are popping up everywhere from décor magazines and blogs to design shows. Here are some of our favorite looks. Photos via JPD School of Design Palm Beach, Florida Which look is your favorite? Liette Tousignant I’m passionate about picture hanging and...
Hanging Pictures at Eye Level – What Does That Really Mean?
When it comes to hanging pictures, the standard rule of ‘hang at eye level’ can be pretty confusing. Especially if you’re 5’6″ and your partner is 6’4″. Whose Eye Level is the right choice? His or Hers? If she hung all the pictures at her eye level – that’s what it would look like. On the other hand, can you imagine if he was to hang all the artwork in...
Prevent Picture Frames From Sliding off Floating Shelves
Floating shelves are extremely trendy and are a great way to display pictures without putting extra holes in your walls. But if your shelf doesn’t have a lip along the length, how do you prevent your picture frames from falling off? A simple, inexpensive solution is to use drawer liners. Available in a variety of colors, choose one to match your shelf and no one will know it’s there. Because...
Family Photo Wall Ideas
If you’ve got lots of family pictures on your computer, phone, or tablet, creating a gallery to hang on the wall is a wonderful way to display them. Here are some tips on how you can easily re-create our photo wall ideas. About this look We selected colored photos, chose identical frames and mats and hung them in a grid which makes it easy to add to the display in...
Budget Friendly Artwork for Your Workspace
Work doesn’t have to feel like work when the view from your workspace is inspiring. If you need a piece to fill the space above your desk that will inspire you without breaking the bank, here are 3 budget friendly looks that require minimal work and deliver huge impact. Lighten up your office atmosphere by framing a funny picture of your pet, or other fun character. It’s guaranteed to put...
Reflect Your Good Taste: Decorate with Mirrors
Fun and affordable, mirrors are a great alternative to hanging art on your walls and they come in a wide array of shapes and sizes so you will be sure to find one to suit your space, style and budget. Here are a few suggestions to get you started: Front Entrance A mirror by the […]
Outdoor Art for Your Backyard
It’s easy to create a beautiful space that will encourage you to spend more time outdoors and help you relax when you return home at the end of the day. You can hang artwork on the exterior walls of the house, garage, or shed and don’t forget that every fence is a blank wall ready […]
Telus TV Segment – Hanging Pictures Perfectly
Too many homeowners are overwhelmed when it comes to hanging pictures in their house. What should be a simple task becomes riddled with uncertainty. “What size of picture do I hang over my sofa?” “How high should I hang them?” “What would look good over my mantel?” “What about groups of pictures?” In this segment, […]
Hang a group of pictures to fill up a large wall space
Creating a grouping of pictures on the wall is a great way to fill up space as an alternative to using a large piece of art, in places like above a sofa or side table, or on a feature wall. Here are three strategies you can use to make your grouping of pictures look more […]
Picture Hanging Inspiration for the Staircase
Inspiration for picture hanging can be found everywhere. A favorite retailer, Pottery Barn continues to create hanging ideas that are new and unique – check out the picture grouping up the stairwell. The images are printed in black and white and themed around candid shots of children which creates a classic, nostalgic feeling that easily […]
Decorate With Your Vacation Photos
You’re back from holidays, with dozens of great vacation snapshots. But what happens to those precious vacation images once you’re home? Many people never print and display them! Don’t be one of them. Photos of your vacation make great, inexpensive artwork for your walls. Here are some vacation photo tips: Shop for frames with a […]
