Top Ten Blunders in Bedroom Design

Posted by Elizabeth on Friday, 10/12/07 at 4:42 pm to Decorating Tips

1. Matching Mayhem
While we all want a space that looks effortlessly coordinated, putting too many things in a room that match exactly can actually detract from the overall continuity. That floral comforter may be beautiful, but adding a dust ruffle, pillows, drapes and a wallpaper border in the same print can be overwhelming. A better […]

10 Interesting Facts about Sleeping

Posted by Rebecca on Sunday, 04/01/07 at 9:38 pm to Sleep and Health

1. Why do our bodies twitch before we fall asleep?
According to failedsuccess.com, nearly 70% of people have a “hypnagogic myoclonic twitch” as they fall asleep. This “hypnic jerk” is most likely the result of your brain misinterpreting the relaxation of your muscles as they prepare for sleep. Your brain, thinking your body is falling […]

Measuring for Window Treatments

Posted by Elizabeth on Tuesday, 02/20/07 at 8:52 pm to Decorating Tips

Click on the video below to watch a four minute tutorial on measuring for window treatments. A typed transcript is provided below. The video is fairly large and will be best enjoyed over a high speed Internet connection. Please let us know if the information was helpful by leaving a comment at the bottom of […]

Baby Its Cold Outside! Patterns for the Winter Season

Posted by Stephanie on Friday, 01/19/07 at 1:57 pm to Bedding Styles and Seasonal Concepts

Not only does the onset of winter bring cold temperatures but it also blows us new patterns from our favorite companies. Here is an introduction to some of the patterns we are most excited about:

Bouvier is Thomasville’s take of the classic French toile. Bouvier features a large detailed print, creamy ivory background, and […]

Creating a Welcoming Guest Room

Posted by Elizabeth on Tuesday, 10/17/06 at 2:15 pm to Decorating Tips

Even for those of us who love to entertain, the guest room can be an easy target for unwanted clutter, especially when we go for a long period of time without having guests. However, the guest room can be a warm and welcoming retreat for friends and family by taking a few simple and inexpensive […]

The Color Connection

Posted by Elizabeth on Tuesday, 10/03/06 at 10:35 am to Decorating Tips

Painting the interior of your home can drastically alter the feel of each room and bring life into a space that feels stagnant. However, there are so many colors and combinations that it can be very difficult to choose. I recently moved into a new rental and painted nearly every room in the house. It […]

Creating Serenity with Feng Shui

Posted by Elizabeth on Wednesday, 09/27/06 at 11:20 am to Decorating Tips

We all want our bedroom to be a place where we can relax, unwind, and get a good night’s sleep. However, we may be unwittingly working against these goals without even realizing it. According to the principles of feng shui, every aspect of our bedroom decor may affect our energy and our ability to relax […]

Fabrics for Fall

Posted by Jami on Thursday, 09/14/06 at 11:03 am to Decorating Tips and Seasonal Concepts

In New England, Autumn is a season of rememberance. Cool crisp evenings mix with the bursting palate of nature at her peak, inspiring us to begin reflection on the passing year while filling us with the desire to cozy up in preparation for winter. Days are filled with the scent of newly stoked woodstoves mixed […]

The New Route to an Elegant Bedroom

Posted by Elizabeth on Tuesday, 09/12/06 at 2:39 pm to Decorating Tips

With so many options available in today’s bedding market, the choices can become almost overwhelming. Each season a new color palette hits the market which defines the new idea of elegance, which is why it is not surprising that the newest definition of elegance is all about neutrals. A bedroom decorated in all white or […]

The Allure of Accent Pillows

Posted by Jami on Friday, 09/01/06 at 4:36 pm to Bedding Styles and Decorating Tips

Whether you are looking to create a new and inspiring look for your bedroom, or simply spice up your home for the season, accent pillows may be the answer for you! Accent pillows are one of the most popular decorative products in the market today. They may be used to put the finishing touch on […]

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