The bulletin board is a staple of home organization, and it has long been a top choice for displaying invitations, photos, and small trinkets. For some fun updates on the classic cork version, check out these five takes on the bulletin board. 1. Use fabric covered boards. Cover traditional bulletin boards with the fabric of your choice and paint the frame in a coordinating color. 2. Frame your board. Thick, dramatic frames instantly fancy up a plain bulletin board. 3. Try oversize boards. Lean large bulletin boards against a wall for maximum impact. This works especially well in offices, children’s [Read more...]

As everyone’s favorite time of year draws closer, our focus increasingly turns to the dining room table. If your family and friends are gathering around your table next Thursday, welcome them with a beautiful fall centerpiece. Here are a few ideas for creating a warm, welcoming centerpiece that is perfect for the Thanksgiving holidays. Think fresh. Since most of us in Denver cannot eat our Thanksgiving meal outside, fresh flowers and fruit are a great way to bring the outdoors in. Pile fresh fruit into glass vases for easy, inexpensive centerpieces Group flowers into low, square vases so that they [Read more...]

Have more photographs than you know what to do with? Want to add a little more personality to your room? Check out these five quick and creative ideas for displaying photographs: 1. Play with proportion Choose a favorite photograph and blow it up so that it looms larger than life. Select an appropriate frame and use the picture as a central work of art in your room. Blowing up beautiful photographs is a great way to give your room the impact of art without the exorbitant cost. Just make sure that you choose an artistic photograph- most likely, you will [Read more...]

With these tips on hand, your place settings are sure to wow the crowd at your next dinner party. From dishes to centerpieces, we can help you create perfectly elegant tables for any occasion. The first step towards any great table is deciding on an overall design scheme.  Tailor your design to the specific demands of your occasion and choose a color scheme that will unify your table. Try to choose one or two neutrals and one or two bold accent colors. After choosing your color scheme, select tablecloths, placemats, or table runners that play into that scheme. Consider choosing [Read more...]

Accent walls are painted in a different color or style from the rest of the room, adding a healthy dose of drama and fun to any room in your home.  An accent wall could feature a pattern, texture, or color, and should be complemented by relatively neutral walls throughout the rest of the room. Accent walls are a great way to liven up a small room without it feeling overwhelming. On the other hand, a rich accent color can also make a larger space feel warmer and more intimate. Check out these beautiful examples of accent walls and see if [Read more...]

There are so many creative and easy things to do to add a little fun to your kids room.  Below are just a few ideas I have come across to get you started.  Of course most of the items can be purchased, but why not make it a DIY project!       Chalkboard tables are a fun way to add a reusable art space.  If you have an existing children’s table all you need to do is go to your local home improvement store and purchase a spray can or two of chalkboard paint.  If you are lucky enough [Read more...]