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Rustic, relaxed elegance… that’s what the shabby chic-style is all about. More and more, people are gravitating towards this interior design aesthetic. For one, this gives off the laidback atmosphere of a French country farmhouse or a cottage by the beach. With this type of style, you achieve a light and airy, pretty and playful environment where you can immediately feel at home with.Here are some ideas on how you can incorporate the shabby-chic style in any room:Add a welcoming note. At …

Photos and artwork are not the only things you can put on your wall to beautify your space. Get your creative juices going and put something unique on your walls. They don’t have to be expensive, too! You can use things that you can buy from the dollar store or that are readily available in your crafting table.With the use of well-chosen picture frames, here are some creative do-it-yourself projects you can make:Punched circles in a frame. Take out your craft papers, old greeting cards and …

Silver… The shimmer of this elegant metal brings an instant touch of luxury to a room. You can go with a classic and elegant look or an edgy and modern look, depending on the kind of silver you use. Real silver or wood with silver finishes add their special patina that contributes to the overall “presence” of the room.You can scour flea markets for silver finds such as silver trays, utensils, knick-knacks and bowls. Another source of silver would be mirrored accessories. You can use these …

Tired of sharp corners and straight lines? Why not achieve a unique gallery display with round picture frames from Victorian Frame Company? The rounded shapes can serve to neutralize the straight edges of the walls. They also add an interesting texture to the wall.Now that we have convinced you to give round frames a try, here are some tips that can help:Display antique portraits. Add convex lens to complete the vintage effect. When using round picture frames to display a portrait, choo …

Art, photos and wall installations can imbibe lots of personality and visual interest to an otherwise drab and boring room. Rather than leave your walls empty, make the most use of it and infuse your room with memories and color.Here are some guidelines in decorating your walls: Choose quality picture frames. Picture frames do not simply hold your pictures and artwork. They add visual impact to what you want to display. When choosing your picture frames, you need to consider the overall l …