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The shabby chic style is all about careworn elegance and a relaxed attitude, an attractively weathered yet romantic atmosphere. With shabby chic, there is also a definite nod towards history, featuring the use of upcycled, recycled and antique items. First coined by designer Rachel Ashwell, the term “shabby chic” is also referred to as French Country, Cottage Chic or Beach Cottage Chic.Shabby Chic DécorThis style involves the use of white (and similar shades), floral patterns and pastel co …

“Mirror, Mirror, on the wall…”Mirrors are excellent decorative tools. It can instantly light up a room, and add texture and dimension to the look and feel of your home décor. Whether it’s a mirror framed in an antique picture frame or a more modern black frame with convex mirrors, you can creatively use them to add your own personal style and flair to any room. Mirrors do much to accentuate a room’s décor.Here are some ideas that make use of framed mirrors: Mirrors in the porch area. Add …

If you have a collection of watercolors or are fond of making them, you can showcase your collection with carefully selected picture frames. It is important to remember, though, that watercolor paintings are fragile and need extra care when framing.Here are some tips when framing watercolor artwork: Choose the right picture frame. The picture frame must serve to highlight the artwork. It should not detract the viewer’s attention; rather, it should draw the eye to the artwork and make the …

Matting adds a special touch to the overall look of the picture frame. It works like a frame (or several frames if you are using more than one) within the frame, drawing the eye to where it is supposed to look – the photograph or the artwork.Matting has additional purposes. It ensures that the surface of the photograph or artwork does not touch the glass, where it can come into contact with moisture. In turn, the moisture can result in irreparable damage to the photograph. The moisture can …

Picture frames and mirrors are great home decorative elements. These can be highly functional yet visually appealing wall decorations that can do a lot to bring out the kind of look you want for the room. Picture frames and mirrors can be statement pieces that serve to anchor the room so that an overarching theme becomes apparent. Aside from this, these two items can also brighten the room and add to the visual effect of a painted wall.With the versatility and functionality mirrors and pic …