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Rambling Renovators features our personal home renovations, do-it-yourself home projects, crafts, celebrations, and design inspiration."},"link":[{"rel":"http://schemas.google.com/g/2005#feed","type":"application/atom+xml","href":"https:\/\/www.ramblingrenovators.ca\/feeds\/posts\/default"},{"rel":"self","type":"application/atom+xml","href":"https:\/\/www.blogger.com\/feeds\/5982626037063072560\/posts\/default\/-\/inspiration+and+ideas?alt=json-in-script\u0026max-results=6"},{"rel":"alternate","type":"text/html","href":"https:\/\/www.ramblingrenovators.ca\/search\/label\/inspiration%20and%20ideas"},{"rel":"hub","href":"http://pubsubhubbub.appspot.com/"},{"rel":"next","type":"application/atom+xml","href":"https:\/\/www.blogger.com\/feeds\/5982626037063072560\/posts\/default\/-\/inspiration+and+ideas\/-\/inspiration+and+ideas?alt=json-in-script\u0026start-index=7\u0026max-results=6"}],"author":[{"name":{"$t":"Jen @ RamblingRenovators"},"uri":{"$t":"http:\/\/www.blogger.com\/profile\/18045745850049751098"},"email":{"$t":"noreply@blogger.com"},"gd$image":{"rel":"http://schemas.google.com/g/2005#thumbnail","width":"16","height":"16","src":"https:\/\/img1.blogblog.com\/img\/b16-rounded.gif"}}],"generator":{"version":"7.00","uri":"http://www.blogger.com","$t":"Blogger"},"openSearch$totalResults":{"$t":"191"},"openSearch$startIndex":{"$t":"1"},"openSearch$itemsPerPage":{"$t":"6"},"entry":[{"id":{"$t":"tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-5982626037063072560.post-7974412209512066492"},"published":{"$t":"2019-03-19T07:00:00.000-04:00"},"updated":{"$t":"2019-03-19T07:00:02.138-04:00"},"category":[{"scheme":"http://www.blogger.com/atom/ns#","term":"inspiration and ideas"},{"scheme":"http://www.blogger.com/atom/ns#","term":"organization"},{"scheme":"http://www.blogger.com/atom/ns#","term":"tips and tricks"}],"title":{"type":"text","$t":"Linen Closet Organization Ideas"},"content":{"type":"html","$t":"\u003Cdiv\u003ESpring might just be starting this week (\u003Ci\u003Efinally!\u003C\/i\u003E) but I have been in a spring cleaning mood since the beginning of the year. Have you done the same? For the first time in a long time, our house is feeling more organized, neater, and with room to breathe.\u003C\/div\u003E\u003Cbr \/\u003E\u003Ca href=\"https:\/\/3.bp.blogspot.com\/-r993cMsfp48\/XJAsePNXTVI\/AAAAAAAAeXw\/T4rHuJFCJh4RLMZSM_r4dcoR9jjrjkNQgCLcBGAs\/s1600\/linen-closet-organization-1.jpg\" imageanchor=\"1\" style=\"margin-left: 1em; margin-right: 1em; text-align: center;\"\u003E\u003Cimg alt=\"linen closet organization ideas, ideas for linen closet, how to store blankets, Ikea STUK organizers\" border=\"0\" data-original-height=\"601\" data-original-width=\"900\" src=\"https:\/\/3.bp.blogspot.com\/-r993cMsfp48\/XJAsePNXTVI\/AAAAAAAAeXw\/T4rHuJFCJh4RLMZSM_r4dcoR9jjrjkNQgCLcBGAs\/s1600\/linen-closet-organization-1.jpg\" title=\"linen closet organization ideas, ideas for linen closet, how to store blankets, Ikea STUK organizers\" width=\"700\" \/\u003E\u003C\/a\u003E\u003Cbr \/\u003E\u003Cbr \/\u003EOne of my biggest problem areas was our linen closet. I'm no stranger to tackling closet organization - here's our old \u003Ca href=\"https:\/\/www.ramblingrenovators.ca\/2011\/01\/closet-of-shame.html\" target=\"_blank\"\u003Esmall front hall closet reorganization\u003C\/a\u003E, our \u003Ca href=\"https:\/\/www.ramblingrenovators.ca\/2012\/10\/pretty-broom-closet.html\" target=\"_blank\"\u003Estriped broom closet\u003C\/a\u003E, and our daughter's \u003Ca href=\"https:\/\/www.ramblingrenovators.ca\/2013\/04\/closet-envy.html\" target=\"_blank\"\u003Eenvy-inducing expanded closet\u003C\/a\u003E - but this closet is one I've been procrastinating on.\u003Cbr \/\u003E\u003Cbr \/\u003EThere wasn't any obvious reason why the linen closet should be such a mess.\u003Cbr \/\u003E\u003Cbr \/\u003EIt was a good sized closet.\u003Cbr \/\u003E\u003Cbr \/\u003EIt had built-in shelving and ample light.\u003Cbr \/\u003E\u003Cbr \/\u003EI had lots of \u003Ca href=\"https:\/\/www.goodhousekeeping.com\/home\/organizing\/g2911\/linen-closet-organization-tricks\/\" target=\"_blank\"\u003Eorganization ideas\u003C\/a\u003E to keep things neat and tidy.\u003Cbr \/\u003E\u003Cbr \/\u003EI had found visual inspiration for beautifully \u003Ca href=\"https:\/\/thehappyhousie.porch.com\/20-beautifully-organized-linen-closets\/\" target=\"_blank\"\u003Eorganized linen closets\u003C\/a\u003E.\u003Cbr \/\u003E\u003Cbr \/\u003EAnd yet, \u003Ci\u003Eour\u003C\/i\u003E linen closet has looked like this for the last two years since we moved into this house:\u003Cbr \/\u003E\u003Cbr \/\u003E\u003Cdiv class=\"separator\" style=\"clear: both; text-align: center;\"\u003E\u003Ca href=\"https:\/\/1.bp.blogspot.com\/-ENa2AbNuzJI\/XJAseMYVuyI\/AAAAAAAAeX0\/CuuIat1Xc0IjD_VgDaAk5boAsDAiGzhagCLcBGAs\/s1600\/linen-closet-organization-3.jpg\" imageanchor=\"1\" style=\"margin-left: 1em; margin-right: 1em;\"\u003E\u003Cimg alt=\"linen closet organization ideas, ideas for linen closet, how to store blankets, Ikea STUK organizers\" border=\"0\" data-original-height=\"1348\" data-original-width=\"900\" src=\"https:\/\/1.bp.blogspot.com\/-ENa2AbNuzJI\/XJAseMYVuyI\/AAAAAAAAeX0\/CuuIat1Xc0IjD_VgDaAk5boAsDAiGzhagCLcBGAs\/s1600\/linen-closet-organization-3.jpg\" title=\"linen closet organization ideas, ideas for linen closet, how to store blankets, Ikea STUK organizers\" width=\"700\" \/\u003E\u003C\/a\u003E\u003C\/div\u003E\u003Cbr \/\u003EI'm embarrassed to even show that to you! UGH. Let's take stock of what's in here:\u003Cbr \/\u003E\u003Cbr \/\u003E\u003Cul\u003E\u003Cli\u003Ea wedding dress\u003C\/li\u003E\u003Cli\u003Ebolster cushions from a nursery rocking chair we don't even own anymore\u003C\/li\u003E\u003Cli\u003Eprobably 20 different sheet sets for three different bed sizes\u003C\/li\u003E\u003Cli\u003Eabout 15 towels, half of which have faded or have ripped seams or are just looking tired\u003C\/li\u003E\u003Cli\u003Etoilet paper\u003C\/li\u003E\u003Cli\u003Eduvet covers, cushion covers, blankets, quilts\u003C\/li\u003E\u003Cli\u003Edecorative pillows\u003C\/li\u003E\u003C\/ul\u003E\u003Cbr \/\u003E\u003Ci\u003EDoes this look like your linen closet too??\u003C\/i\u003E\u003Cbr \/\u003E\u003Cbr \/\u003EHere's the good news. In just a few hours, I was able to take our linen closet from an overflowing mess to an orderly spot that is pretty cute to boot. In case you've got a troublesome, disorganized space of your own to tackle, consider these linen closet organization ideas and tips.\u003Cbr \/\u003E\u003Cdiv\u003E\u003Cbr \/\u003E\u003C\/div\u003E\u003Cdiv class=\"separator\" style=\"clear: both; text-align: center;\"\u003E\u003Ca href=\"https:\/\/1.bp.blogspot.com\/-e7edL64Ereg\/XJAseFEdfVI\/AAAAAAAAeX4\/PLN8cDSzJPMjZafS888rCLYNojGXwsxzwCLcBGAs\/s1600\/linen-closet-organization-2text.jpg\" imageanchor=\"1\" style=\"margin-left: 1em; margin-right: 1em;\"\u003E\u003Cimg alt=\"linen closet organization ideas, ideas for linen closet, how to store blankets, Ikea STUK organizers\" border=\"0\" data-original-height=\"1600\" data-original-width=\"1068\" src=\"https:\/\/1.bp.blogspot.com\/-e7edL64Ereg\/XJAseFEdfVI\/AAAAAAAAeX4\/PLN8cDSzJPMjZafS888rCLYNojGXwsxzwCLcBGAs\/s1600\/linen-closet-organization-2text.jpg\" title=\"linen closet organization ideas, ideas for linen closet, how to store blankets, Ikea STUK organizers\" width=\"700\" \/\u003E\u003C\/a\u003E\u003C\/div\u003E\u003Cbr \/\u003E\u003Ch3 style=\"clear: both; text-align: left;\"\u003ETip 1: Determine what you want to store in your linen closet\u003C\/h3\u003E\u003Cdiv class=\"separator\" style=\"clear: both; text-align: left;\"\u003EThe easiest way to keep a linen closet organized is to only store there what you need. \u003Ci\u003EWhat do you store in a linen closet?\u003C\/i\u003E Typically, its just your linens like bedsheets, towels, blankets, and extra pillows. But over time, other household items start to creep in there like bathroom toiletries, household gadgets, and things you just don't have a home for, ha!\u003C\/div\u003E\u003Cdiv class=\"separator\" style=\"clear: both; text-align: left;\"\u003E\u003Cbr \/\u003E\u003C\/div\u003E\u003Cdiv class=\"separator\" style=\"clear: both; text-align: left;\"\u003EThink about where your linen closet is situated. If it's near your bedrooms and bathrooms, you'll want to keep the linens for those rooms close at hand. If you have other household linens like tablecloths, dinner napkins etc. you'll want to store those closer to the kitchen or dining room where you use them.\u0026nbsp;\u003C\/div\u003E\u003Cdiv class=\"separator\" style=\"clear: both; text-align: left;\"\u003E\u003Cbr \/\u003E\u003C\/div\u003E\u003Cdiv class=\"separator\" style=\"clear: both; text-align: left;\"\u003EIn our linen closet, I narrowed the items down to bedding, pillows and covers, and blankets. Everything else got moved to a new home. By having just a few categories, it makes it easier for everyone in the household to know where to find things \u003Ci\u003Eand\u003C\/i\u003E where to put things away.\u003C\/div\u003E\u003Cdiv class=\"separator\" style=\"clear: both; text-align: left;\"\u003E\u003Cbr \/\u003E\u003C\/div\u003E\u003Cbr \/\u003E\u003Cdiv class=\"separator\" style=\"clear: both; text-align: center;\"\u003E\u003Ca href=\"https:\/\/1.bp.blogspot.com\/-JVgftK1stOg\/XJAsenUwltI\/AAAAAAAAeX8\/4-Ko7D5G20kfOVhwKkNeXLJ-6LA_Ay4LQCLcBGAs\/s1600\/linen-closet-organization-4.jpg\" imageanchor=\"1\" style=\"margin-left: 1em; margin-right: 1em;\"\u003E\u003Cimg alt=\"linen closet organization ideas, ideas for linen closet, how to store blankets, Ikea STUK organizers\" border=\"0\" data-original-height=\"1600\" data-original-width=\"1068\" src=\"https:\/\/1.bp.blogspot.com\/-JVgftK1stOg\/XJAsenUwltI\/AAAAAAAAeX8\/4-Ko7D5G20kfOVhwKkNeXLJ-6LA_Ay4LQCLcBGAs\/s1600\/linen-closet-organization-4.jpg\" title=\"linen closet organization ideas, ideas for linen closet, how to store blankets, Ikea STUK organizers\" width=\"700\" \/\u003E\u003C\/a\u003E\u003C\/div\u003E\u003Cbr \/\u003E\u003Ch3 style=\"clear: both;\"\u003ETip 2: Collect, separate, assess, then purge\u003C\/h3\u003EHave you read \u003Ca href=\"https:\/\/amzn.to\/2Y8rczJ\" target=\"_blank\"\u003EMarie Kondo's book\u003C\/a\u003E or watched her Netflix series? I've followed her methods for years now (even \u003Ca href=\"https:\/\/www.ramblingrenovators.ca\/2016\/02\/tents-tile-and-magic-of-kids-tidying-up.html\" target=\"_blank\"\u003EChloe keeps her kid clothes uber organized\u003C\/a\u003E) and one of her major lessons is to gather everything you own into one spot. The idea is that you can't decide which items you want to keep unless you see the whole collection together and then pick and choose those that bring you joy.\u003Cbr \/\u003E\u003Cbr \/\u003ESo my first step in linen closet organization was to collect all the linens from around the house: the bedsheets that needed to be put away, down in the laundry room; the hand towels mixed with the kitchen tea towels; the extra blankets sitting in the basement.\u003Cbr \/\u003E\u003Cbr \/\u003EI gathered them all in one giant pile\u003Cbr \/\u003E\u003Cbr \/\u003EI roughly folded them and separated them by type and by size\u003Cbr \/\u003E\u003Cbr \/\u003EAnd then I assessed each item in each pile: keep or donate\u003Cbr \/\u003E\u003Cbr \/\u003EBy going through this exercise, I realized I used only half the items I owned. I realized I didn't need six bedding sets for each bed. I discovered I was ready to let go of at least some of the items I kept for sentimental reasons (Chloe's baby blankets x 3!).\u003Cbr \/\u003E\u003Cbr \/\u003EI let go of many things and was left with only the items I truly needed or loved. And it felt good!\u003Cbr \/\u003E\u003Cbr \/\u003E\u003Ca href=\"https:\/\/2.bp.blogspot.com\/-EODi4-5CGi8\/XJAsfYirH7I\/AAAAAAAAeYE\/xyRJSsBpmO8WpPGhQHj2OSBv4DBjH3fqgCLcBGAs\/s1600\/linen-closet-organization-6.jpg\" imageanchor=\"1\" style=\"margin-left: 1em; margin-right: 1em; text-align: center;\"\u003E\u003Cimg alt=\"linen closet organization ideas, ideas for linen closet, how to store blankets, Ikea STUK organizers\" border=\"0\" data-original-height=\"1348\" data-original-width=\"900\" src=\"https:\/\/2.bp.blogspot.com\/-EODi4-5CGi8\/XJAsfYirH7I\/AAAAAAAAeYE\/xyRJSsBpmO8WpPGhQHj2OSBv4DBjH3fqgCLcBGAs\/s1600\/linen-closet-organization-6.jpg\" title=\"linen closet organization ideas, ideas for linen closet, how to store blankets, Ikea STUK organizers\" width=\"700\" \/\u003E\u003C\/a\u003E\u003Cbr \/\u003E\u003Cbr \/\u003E\u003Ch3 style=\"clear: both;\"\u003ETip 3: Use uniform storage containers\u003C\/h3\u003EWhere possible, I think it's beneficial to use uniform storage containers in your linen closet. This will keep the closet looking visually neat. Plus, the containers likely work together and stack or fit together nicely.\u003Cbr \/\u003E\u003Cbr \/\u003EI discovered the \u003Ca href=\"https:\/\/www.ikea.com\/ca\/en\/search\/?query=stuk\" target=\"_blank\"\u003ESTUK line of organizers at Ikea\u003C\/a\u003E and knew they would be perfect for my closet makeover. I used three sizes for my closet:\u003Cbr \/\u003E\u003Cbr \/\u003E\u003Cul\u003E\u003Cli\u003Ethe\u0026nbsp;\u003Ca href=\"https:\/\/www.ikea.com\/ca\/en\/catalog\/products\/20309588\/\" target=\"_blank\"\u003E7¾x20x7\" size\u003C\/a\u003E for pillowcases, cushion covers, and shams\u003C\/li\u003E\u003Cli\u003Ethe\u0026nbsp;\u003Ca href=\"https:\/\/www.ikea.com\/ca\/en\/catalog\/products\/10309555\/\" target=\"_blank\"\u003E13½x20x7\" size\u003C\/a\u003E for every day bedsheets (one for each bed size)\u003C\/li\u003E\u003Cli\u003Ethe\u0026nbsp;\u003Ca href=\"https:\/\/www.ikea.com\/ca\/en\/catalog\/products\/40309686\/\" target=\"_blank\"\u003E13 ½x20x11\" size\u003C\/a\u003E\u0026nbsp;for winter bedding and picnic\/beach blankets\u003C\/li\u003E\u003C\/ul\u003E\u003Cdiv\u003EThe STUK boxes have a plastic slot on one corner where you can insert a piece of paper and label the contents. I thought this was super helpful - have you ever been stuck trying to figure out if a fitted sheet is a double or a queen size? Now there's no more confusion with each bedding size in a separate box!\u003C\/div\u003E\u003Cdiv\u003E\u003Cbr \/\u003E\u003C\/div\u003E\u003Cdiv\u003E\u003Ca href=\"https:\/\/1.bp.blogspot.com\/-GQPeM_Fv0KE\/XJAsf4gHx9I\/AAAAAAAAeYI\/hPu5Gd5oTbkHAAoVukgyQaa_Qdubsxk7wCLcBGAs\/s1600\/linen-closet-organization-7.jpg\" imageanchor=\"1\" style=\"margin-left: 1em; margin-right: 1em; text-align: center;\"\u003E\u003Cimg alt=\"linen closet organization ideas, ideas for linen closet, how to store blankets, Ikea STUK organizers\" border=\"0\" data-original-height=\"1348\" data-original-width=\"900\" src=\"https:\/\/1.bp.blogspot.com\/-GQPeM_Fv0KE\/XJAsf4gHx9I\/AAAAAAAAeYI\/hPu5Gd5oTbkHAAoVukgyQaa_Qdubsxk7wCLcBGAs\/s1600\/linen-closet-organization-7.jpg\" title=\"linen closet organization ideas, ideas for linen closet, how to store blankets, Ikea STUK organizers\" width=\"700\" \/\u003E\u003C\/a\u003E\u003C\/div\u003E\u003Cdiv\u003E\u003Cbr \/\u003E\u003C\/div\u003E\u003Ch3 style=\"clear: both;\"\u003ETip 4: Use the Konmari method of folding\u003C\/h3\u003EOne other great tool I learned from Marie Kondo was her method of folding. By folding and storing your items upright as opposed to lying flat, you're able to visually see what you have. The big benefit of this is that it prevents you from buying more unnecessary items. How many times have you bought something - shampoo, a grey t-shirt, a striped throw - only to discover that you already had something similar, but it was just tucked away sight unseen in the back of a drawer?\u003Cbr \/\u003E\u003Cbr \/\u003EWhile it might seem onerous to fold everything this way, after three years of living with this method, I can tell you that once you set it up, it's actually very easy to maintain. Using the KonMari method for folding linens, you're only ever reaching into a bin or box and grabbing \u003Cu\u003Eone\u003C\/u\u003E item at time. You're not sifting through dozens of things just to find the one you need. Here, you see what you have immediately. Nothing gets messed up. Nothing is put out of order. It's grab and go.\u003Cbr \/\u003E\u003Cbr \/\u003E\u003Cdiv class=\"separator\" style=\"clear: both; text-align: center;\"\u003E\u003Ca href=\"https:\/\/4.bp.blogspot.com\/-4xcHtuaxTRU\/XJAse7X0ndI\/AAAAAAAAeYA\/m2rhdRR9m74ITzcGtSogcPsT1OrjyPfewCLcBGAs\/s1600\/linen-closet-organization-5.jpg\" imageanchor=\"1\" style=\"margin-left: 1em; margin-right: 1em;\"\u003E\u003Cimg alt=\"linen closet organization ideas, ideas for linen closet, how to store blankets, blankets on hangers\" border=\"0\" data-original-height=\"1348\" data-original-width=\"900\" src=\"https:\/\/4.bp.blogspot.com\/-4xcHtuaxTRU\/XJAse7X0ndI\/AAAAAAAAeYA\/m2rhdRR9m74ITzcGtSogcPsT1OrjyPfewCLcBGAs\/s1600\/linen-closet-organization-5.jpg\" title=\"linen closet organization ideas, ideas for linen closet, how to store blankets, blankets on hangers\" width=\"700\" \/\u003E\u003C\/a\u003E\u003C\/div\u003E\u003Cdiv class=\"separator\" style=\"clear: both; text-align: center;\"\u003E\u003Cbr \/\u003E\u003C\/div\u003E\u003Ch3 style=\"clear: both;\"\u003ETip 5: Store blankets or bulky comforters on hangers\u003C\/h3\u003E\u003Cdiv class=\"separator\" style=\"clear: both; text-align: left;\"\u003EHow do you organize blankets? In the past I've folded my blankets and laid them on a shelf (like the green quilt on the photo above) or put them in a storage trunk. The problem is blankets, quilts, and\u0026nbsp; comforters are heavy and bulky and pulling them off of a shelf can be awkward. This typical method of storing blankets uses up a lot of room and your blankets never look neat and tidy.\u003C\/div\u003E\u003Cdiv class=\"separator\" style=\"clear: both; text-align: left;\"\u003E\u003Cbr \/\u003E\u003C\/div\u003E\u003Cdiv class=\"separator\" style=\"clear: both; text-align: left;\"\u003EI was lucky that this linen closet had a built in hanging rod. At the cottage, we store our blankets in the off-season on hangers hanging in our closet. Why not do the same here at home??\u003C\/div\u003E\u003Cdiv class=\"separator\" style=\"clear: both; text-align: left;\"\u003E\u003Cbr \/\u003E\u003C\/div\u003E\u003Cdiv class=\"separator\" style=\"clear: both; text-align: left;\"\u003EStoring blankets on hangers is surprisingly satisfying. The blankets look organized (dare I say chic?) and having them hanging prevents them from getting all wrinkled as well. This is a perfect way to store duvet covers, seasonal throws, and heavy blankets.\u003C\/div\u003E\u003Cdiv class=\"separator\" style=\"clear: both; text-align: left;\"\u003E\u003Cbr \/\u003E\u003C\/div\u003E\u003Cdiv class=\"separator\" style=\"clear: both; text-align: center;\"\u003E\u003Ca href=\"https:\/\/4.bp.blogspot.com\/-7zBrHBJLEoY\/XJBAwscUOTI\/AAAAAAAAeYk\/L-n8CU_FrToQ_x7cbxGJoM_zcLthUu7kQCLcBGAs\/s1600\/3%2BPhotos.png\" imageanchor=\"1\" style=\"margin-left: 1em; margin-right: 1em;\"\u003E\u003Cimg alt=\"linen closet organization ideas, ideas for linen closet, how to store blankets\" border=\"0\" data-original-height=\"900\" data-original-width=\"600\" src=\"https:\/\/4.bp.blogspot.com\/-7zBrHBJLEoY\/XJBAwscUOTI\/AAAAAAAAeYk\/L-n8CU_FrToQ_x7cbxGJoM_zcLthUu7kQCLcBGAs\/s1600\/3%2BPhotos.png\" title=\"linen closet organization ideas, ideas for linen closet, how to store blankets\" \/\u003E\u003C\/a\u003E\u003C\/div\u003E\u003Cdiv class=\"separator\" style=\"clear: both; text-align: left;\"\u003E\u003Cbr \/\u003E\u003C\/div\u003EI was surprised at how little effort it really took to get this linen closet organized. These ideas are easy, doable, and effective. Are you ready to tackle your linen closet?\u003Cbr \/\u003E\u003Cbr \/\u003E***\u003Cbr \/\u003E\u003Cbr \/\u003E\u003Ci\u003EInterested in more organization ideas? Check out these posts:\u003C\/i\u003E\u003Cbr \/\u003E\u003Cbr \/\u003E\u003Ctable cellpadding=\"3\"\u003E \u003Ctbody\u003E\u003Ctr\u003E\u003Ctd align=\"center\" width=\"33%\"\u003E\u003Ca href=\"https:\/\/www.ramblingrenovators.ca\/2019\/01\/craft-room-organization-tips-design.html\" target=\"_blank\"\u003E \u003Cimg height=\"140\" src=\"https:\/\/2.bp.blogspot.com\/-bAqUZkjXsFE\/XEPPPuqHhBI\/AAAAAAAAd7o\/FEiisFZKT2AEqQblGG_ehSyLC3GW0h0sQCLcBGAs\/s1600\/craft-room-organization-tips-5.jpg\" width=\"140\" \/\u003E\u003Cbr \/\u003ECraft Room Organization\u003C\/a\u003E\u003C\/td\u003E \u003Ctd align=\"center\" width=\"33%\"\u003E\u003Ca href=\"https:\/\/www.ramblingrenovators.ca\/2014\/01\/how-to-organize-small-pantry.html\" target=\"_blank\"\u003E \u003Cimg height=\"140\" src=\"https:\/\/2.bp.blogspot.com\/-cvAmHLAn73M\/UtLLES-dPtI\/AAAAAAAAOXM\/tchAzowXiPg\/s1600\/organized-pantry-4.jpg\" width=\"140\" \/\u003E\u003Cbr \/\u003EHow To Organize A Small Pantry\u003C\/a\u003E\u003C\/td\u003E \u003Ctd align=\"center\" width=\"33%\"\u003E\u003Ca href=\"https:\/\/www.ramblingrenovators.ca\/2017\/03\/diy-garage-organization-ii.html\" target=\"_blank\"\u003E \u003Cimg height=\"140\" src=\"https:\/\/2.bp.blogspot.com\/-CKijTSJa9Jg\/WNBHPqGqueI\/AAAAAAAAZ0c\/dQ16HeE-I1wNs3whxjaDr-P47ADNuKk-wCLcB\/s1600\/garage-organization-4.jpg\" width=\"140\" \/\u003E\u003Cbr \/\u003EDIY Garage Organization\u003C\/a\u003E\u003C\/td\u003E  \u003C\/tr\u003E\u003C\/tbody\u003E\u003C\/table\u003E\u003Cbr \/\u003E\u003Cbr \/\u003E"},"link":[{"rel":"replies","type":"application/atom+xml","href":"https:\/\/www.ramblingrenovators.ca\/feeds\/7974412209512066492\/comments\/default","title":"Post Comments"},{"rel":"replies","type":"text/html","href":"https:\/\/www.ramblingrenovators.ca\/2019\/03\/linen-closet-organization-ideas.html#comment-form","title":"0 Comments"},{"rel":"edit","type":"application/atom+xml","href":"https:\/\/www.blogger.com\/feeds\/5982626037063072560\/posts\/default\/7974412209512066492"},{"rel":"self","type":"application/atom+xml","href":"https:\/\/www.blogger.com\/feeds\/5982626037063072560\/posts\/default\/7974412209512066492"},{"rel":"alternate","type":"text/html","href":"https:\/\/www.ramblingrenovators.ca\/2019\/03\/linen-closet-organization-ideas.html","title":"Linen Closet Organization Ideas"}],"author":[{"name":{"$t":"Jen @ RamblingRenovators"},"uri":{"$t":"http:\/\/www.blogger.com\/profile\/18045745850049751098"},"email":{"$t":"noreply@blogger.com"},"gd$image":{"rel":"http://schemas.google.com/g/2005#thumbnail","width":"16","height":"16","src":"https:\/\/img1.blogblog.com\/img\/b16-rounded.gif"}}],"media$thumbnail":{"xmlns$media":"http://search.yahoo.com/mrss/","url":"https:\/\/3.bp.blogspot.com\/-r993cMsfp48\/XJAsePNXTVI\/AAAAAAAAeXw\/T4rHuJFCJh4RLMZSM_r4dcoR9jjrjkNQgCLcBGAs\/s72-c\/linen-closet-organization-1.jpg","height":"72","width":"72"},"thr$total":{"$t":"0"}},{"id":{"$t":"tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-5982626037063072560.post-6876901631463741340"},"published":{"$t":"2019-03-04T07:00:00.000-05:00"},"updated":{"$t":"2019-03-04T07:00:02.927-05:00"},"category":[{"scheme":"http://www.blogger.com/atom/ns#","term":"biz and blogging"},{"scheme":"http://www.blogger.com/atom/ns#","term":"how to decorate"},{"scheme":"http://www.blogger.com/atom/ns#","term":"inspiration and ideas"}],"title":{"type":"text","$t":"How To Decorate Series: Gathering Design Inspiration and How To Create A Moodboard in Keynote"},"content":{"type":"html","$t":"\u003Cdiv class=\"separator\" style=\"clear: both; text-align: left;\"\u003EIn the last instalment of the \u003Ca href=\"https:\/\/www.ramblingrenovators.ca\/2019\/02\/how-to-decorate-how-to-layout-a-room-arrange-furniture.html\" target=\"_blank\"\u003EHow to Decorate series\u003C\/a\u003E, I talked about space planning and room function. Obvious as they may be, taking the time to think about those things will help you hone in on the best way to layout your room. You'll be able to identify any structural changes that need to be made and figure out what your furniture needs are.\u0026nbsp;\u003C\/div\u003E\u003Cdiv class=\"separator\" style=\"clear: both; text-align: left;\"\u003E\u003Cbr \/\u003E\u003C\/div\u003E\u003Cdiv class=\"separator\" style=\"clear: both; text-align: left;\"\u003EOnce you've answered the basic question of what you want the room to \"do\", you can focus your attention on how you want the room to \"feel\". If you're a design fanatic, this might be the most fun part of the process! At the end of this post, I show you an easy and simple tool that will help you create the most beautiful designs. But first,\u003C\/div\u003E\u003Cdiv class=\"separator\" style=\"clear: both; text-align: left;\"\u003E\u003Cbr \/\u003E\u003C\/div\u003E\u003Cblockquote class=\"tr_bq\" style=\"clear: both; text-align: left;\"\u003E\u003Ch3 style=\"text-align: center;\"\u003E\u003Cb\u003E\u003Ci\u003EHow do you go about decorating or designing a room? Start by finding inspiration.\u0026nbsp;\u003C\/i\u003E\u003C\/b\u003E\u003C\/h3\u003E\u003C\/blockquote\u003E\u003Cdiv class=\"separator\" style=\"clear: both; text-align: left;\"\u003E\u003Cbr \/\u003E\u003C\/div\u003E\u003Cdiv class=\"separator\" style=\"clear: both;\"\u003E\u003Ca href=\"http:\/\/4.bp.blogspot.com\/-0rsEG9kCHJA\/XGyDJrDPWKI\/AAAAAAAAeKY\/xaJ6LUtyoRMnt0tzRwVdMUXDRBsHL8Z3ACK4BGAYYCw\/s1600\/Untitled%2B9b.002.jpeg\" imageanchor=\"1\"\u003E\u003Cimg alt=\"modern farmhouse mood board, how to create a moodboard, design inspiration ideas\" border=\"0\" src=\"https:\/\/4.bp.blogspot.com\/-0rsEG9kCHJA\/XGyDJrDPWKI\/AAAAAAAAeKY\/xaJ6LUtyoRMnt0tzRwVdMUXDRBsHL8Z3ACK4BGAYYCw\/s1600\/Untitled%2B9b.002.jpeg\" title=\"modern farmhouse mood board, how to create a moodboard, design inspiration ideas\" \/\u003E\u003C\/a\u003E\u003C\/div\u003E\u003Cdiv class=\"separator\" style=\"clear: both; text-align: center;\"\u003E\u003Ci\u003Eimage sources:\u003C\/i\u003E\u0026nbsp;\u003Ca href=\"https:\/\/rstyle.me\/n\/df7qr8stf6\" target=\"_blank\"\u003Erug\u003C\/a\u003E\u0026nbsp;|\u0026nbsp;\u003Ca href=\"https:\/\/rstyle.me\/n\/df7qy4stf6\" target=\"_blank\"\u003Esofa\u003C\/a\u003E\u0026nbsp;|\u0026nbsp;\u003Ca href=\"https:\/\/rstyle.me\/n\/df7q2wstf6\" target=\"_blank\"\u003Eart\u003C\/a\u003E\u0026nbsp;|\u0026nbsp;\u003Ca href=\"https:\/\/rstyle.me\/n\/df7qs2stf6\" target=\"_blank\"\u003Emirror\u003C\/a\u003E\u0026nbsp;|\u0026nbsp;\u003Ca href=\"https:\/\/rstyle.me\/n\/df7qv6stf6\" target=\"_blank\"\u003Ewallpaper\u003C\/a\u003E\u0026nbsp;|\u0026nbsp;\u003Ca href=\"https:\/\/rstyle.me\/n\/df7qxcstf6\" target=\"_blank\"\u003Ependant light\u003C\/a\u003E\u0026nbsp;|\u0026nbsp;\u003Ca href=\"https:\/\/rstyle.me\/n\/df7qtrstf6\" target=\"_blank\"\u003Ebaskets\u003C\/a\u003E\u0026nbsp;|\u0026nbsp;\u003Ca href=\"https:\/\/rstyle.me\/n\/df7quwstf6\" target=\"_blank\"\u003Evases\u003C\/a\u003E\u003C\/div\u003E\u003Cdiv\u003E\u003Cbr \/\u003E\u003C\/div\u003E\u003Cdiv class=\"separator\" style=\"clear: both; text-align: left;\"\u003E\u003Cbr \/\u003E\u003C\/div\u003E\u003Cdiv class=\"separator\" style=\"clear: both; text-align: left;\"\u003EThere are a wealth of resources out there to help spark your decorating ideas. Here's four sources to check out when you're in need of design inspiration:\u003C\/div\u003E\u003Col\u003E\u003Cli\u003EThe most popular source by far is \u003Ca href=\"https:\/\/www.pinterest.ca\/ramblingreno\/\" target=\"_blank\"\u003EPinterest\u003C\/a\u003E. A visual search engine, use Pinterest to collect ideas and save images that inspire you. I organize my Pinterest boards by room (here's one for \u003Ca href=\"https:\/\/www.pinterest.ca\/ramblingreno\/home-mudrooms-storage\/\" target=\"_blank\"\u003EMudrooms \u0026amp; Storage\u003C\/a\u003E, and another for \u003Ca href=\"https:\/\/www.pinterest.ca\/ramblingreno\/home-kitchens\/\" target=\"_blank\"\u003EKitchens\u003C\/a\u003E) and also by style (check out \u003Ca href=\"https:\/\/www.pinterest.ca\/ramblingreno\/the-beach-house\/\" target=\"_blank\"\u003EThe Beach House\u003C\/a\u003E for coastal decor ideas)\u003C\/li\u003E\u003Cli\u003EDo you like to read about design ideas in depth? Design magazines are still a great way to get inspired. Plus, you can spend as much time as you want poring over every detail in the photos. I still subscribe to a few printed magazines and use the \u003Ca href=\"https:\/\/www.texture.com\/\" target=\"_blank\"\u003ETexture app\u003C\/a\u003E to read many other digital publications.\u003C\/li\u003E\u003Cli\u003EDesign blogs (like the one you're reading now!) are a wonderful way to see not only ideas but the How To's of implementing those ideas. Some of my constant favourites are \u003Ca href=\"https:\/\/centsationalstyle.com\/\" target=\"_blank\"\u003ECentsational Style\u003C\/a\u003E, \u003Ca href=\"http:\/\/athoughtfulplaceblog.com\/\" target=\"_blank\"\u003EA Thoughtful Place\u003C\/a\u003E, \u003Ca href=\"https:\/\/emilyaclark.com\/\" target=\"_blank\"\u003EEmily A. Clark\u003C\/a\u003E, and \u003Ca href=\"http:\/\/marcusdesigninc.com\/\" target=\"_blank\"\u003EMarcus Desig\u003C\/a\u003En. Find bloggers whose style you want to emulate and they'll likely share ideas you want to bring into your own home.\u003C\/li\u003E\u003Cli\u003E\u003Ca href=\"https:\/\/www.instagram.com\/ramblingreno\/\" target=\"_blank\"\u003EInstagram\u003C\/a\u003E, much like Pinterest, provides an abundance of visual inspiration. Use Instagram's \"Save\" function to stockpile ideas. You can also sort your ideas into folders for easy identification. One little trick: if you've got a favourite Instagrammer, click to see \u003Ca href=\"https:\/\/www.instagram.com\/ramblingreno\/\" target=\"_blank\"\u003Ewho they're following\u003C\/a\u003E and you might find new accounts with a similar style that you'll want to follow too.\u003C\/li\u003E\u003Cli\u003EAn unexpected source for design inspiration? Your closet! Yes, the colours and patterns you wear are likely similar to what you'd like to see in your home design. In my closet, there's an abundance of blue, florals and crisp patterns, and gingham and plaid. And if you've seen my house, you'll know that holds true for my house as well!\u003C\/li\u003E\u003C\/ol\u003E\u003Cdiv\u003ENow that you have a wealth of ideas, how do you bring them all together?\u0026nbsp; By creating a mood board.\u0026nbsp;\u003C\/div\u003E\u003Cdiv\u003E\u003Cbr \/\u003E\u003C\/div\u003E\u003Cdiv class=\"separator\" style=\"clear: both; text-align: center;\"\u003E\u003Ca href=\"https:\/\/2.bp.blogspot.com\/-7EqYHA88XeM\/XHmM2V6QbnI\/AAAAAAAAeR0\/hftvpOOsGo8CYayhiG9VtOi3UKyETVjqQCLcBGAs\/s1600\/how%2Bto%2Bdecorate%2B%25281%2529.jpg\" imageanchor=\"1\" style=\"margin-left: 1em; margin-right: 1em;\"\u003E\u003Cimg alt=\"how to design a room, how to use a mood board, how to create a mood board\" border=\"0\" data-original-height=\"1102\" data-original-width=\"735\" src=\"https:\/\/2.bp.blogspot.com\/-7EqYHA88XeM\/XHmM2V6QbnI\/AAAAAAAAeR0\/hftvpOOsGo8CYayhiG9VtOi3UKyETVjqQCLcBGAs\/s1600\/how%2Bto%2Bdecorate%2B%25281%2529.jpg\" title=\"how to design a room, how to use a mood board, how to create a mood board\" width=\"700\" \/\u003E\u003C\/a\u003E\u003C\/div\u003E\u003Cdiv\u003E\u003Cbr \/\u003E\u003C\/div\u003E\u003Cbr \/\u003E\u003Ch3 style=\"clear: both; text-align: left;\"\u003E\u003Ci\u003E\u003Cspan style=\"font-size: small;\"\u003EWhat is a mood board?\u003C\/span\u003E\u003C\/i\u003E\u003C\/h3\u003E\u003Cdiv class=\"separator\" style=\"clear: both; text-align: left;\"\u003EA mood board or moodboard is a collection of images which together convey a design concept or idea.\u003C\/div\u003E\u003Ch3 style=\"clear: both; text-align: left;\"\u003E\u003Ci\u003E\u003Cspan style=\"font-size: small;\"\u003EWhat do you use mood boards for?\u003C\/span\u003E\u003C\/i\u003E\u003C\/h3\u003E\u003Cdiv\u003EMood boards can be used for many different purposes including:\u003C\/div\u003E\u003Cdiv\u003E\u003Cul\u003E\u003Cli\u003Ecreating a decor plan for a room\u003C\/li\u003E\u003Cli\u003Edefining your brand colour scheme for your business or blog\u003C\/li\u003E\u003Cli\u003Eplanning fashion outfits\u003C\/li\u003E\u003Cli\u003Ecreating a round up of products, ideas, or colour inspiration\u003C\/li\u003E\u003Cli\u003Ecreating a gift guide\u003C\/li\u003E\u003Cli\u003Eplanning your garden and planting scheme\u003C\/li\u003E\u003Cli\u003Edefining your decorating scheme for a holiday, birthday, or event\u003C\/li\u003E\u003C\/ul\u003E\u003C\/div\u003E\u003Cdiv\u003EWhether you are a design blogger, professional designer, or homemaker, the uses of mood boards in aiding home design are endless! Perhaps the biggest benefit of a moodboard is this:\u003Cbr \/\u003E\u003Cbr \/\u003E\u003C\/div\u003E\u003Cblockquote class=\"tr_bq\" style=\"clear: both; text-align: center;\"\u003E\u003Ch4\u003E\u003Cb\u003E\u003Ci\u003EA mood board is a great way to see how your ideas work together - before you make any permanent purchase decisions\u003C\/i\u003E\u003C\/b\u003E\u003C\/h4\u003E\u003C\/blockquote\u003E\u003Cdiv class=\"separator\" style=\"clear: both; text-align: left;\"\u003EYou can swap products in or out of your mood board. You can bring elements together and see how you like the entire scheme. And once you get things looking just right, you can purchase the products shown with confidence. Mood boards save you from second guessing and making costly mistakes.\u003C\/div\u003E\u003Cdiv class=\"separator\" style=\"clear: both; text-align: left;\"\u003E\u003Cbr \/\u003E\u003C\/div\u003E\u003Cdiv style=\"clear: both; text-align: left;\"\u003E\u003Ch4\u003E\u003Ci\u003E\u003Cb\u003EHow do you create a mood board?\u003C\/b\u003E\u003C\/i\u003E\u003C\/h4\u003E\u003C\/div\u003E\u003Cdiv class=\"separator\" style=\"clear: both; text-align: left;\"\u003EYou can create a physical mood board using a pin board and images cut from magazines. Or, you can create a digital mood board using a graphics tool.\u0026nbsp;\u003C\/div\u003E\u003Cdiv class=\"separator\" style=\"clear: both; text-align: left;\"\u003E\u003Cbr \/\u003E\u003C\/div\u003E\u003Cdiv class=\"separator\" style=\"clear: both; text-align: left;\"\u003EYou don't need Photoshop or a fancy graphics program to create a mood board. It can be as easy as copying images from the internet and pasting them in a blank document.\u003C\/div\u003E\u003Cdiv class=\"separator\" style=\"clear: both; text-align: left;\"\u003E\u003Cbr \/\u003E\u003C\/div\u003E\u003Cdiv class=\"separator\" style=\"clear: both; text-align: left;\"\u003EIn this video, I show you my favourite and one of the easiest ways to create a mood board using a program you likely already have on your computer: Keynote.\u003C\/div\u003E\u003Cdiv class=\"separator\" style=\"clear: both; text-align: center;\"\u003E\u003Cbr \/\u003E\u003C\/div\u003E\u003Cdiv style=\"text-align: center;\"\u003E\u003Ciframe allow=\"accelerometer; autoplay; encrypted-media; gyroscope; picture-in-picture\" allowfullscreen=\"\" frameborder=\"0\" height=\"315\" src=\"https:\/\/www.youtube.com\/embed\/gkGpaIpCe5I\" width=\"560\"\u003E\u003C\/iframe\u003E\u003Cbr \/\u003E\u003C\/div\u003E\u003Cdiv class=\"separator\" style=\"clear: both; text-align: center;\"\u003E\u003Cbr \/\u003E\u003C\/div\u003E\u003Cdiv class=\"separator\" style=\"clear: both; text-align: left;\"\u003EKeynote is super simple to use and produces mood boards with ease. Are you inspired to create a mood board of your own? Let me know if you do! I'd love to see it.\u003C\/div\u003E\u003Cdiv style=\"text-align: center;\"\u003E\u003Cbr \/\u003E\u003C\/div\u003E"},"link":[{"rel":"replies","type":"application/atom+xml","href":"https:\/\/www.ramblingrenovators.ca\/feeds\/6876901631463741340\/comments\/default","title":"Post Comments"},{"rel":"replies","type":"text/html","href":"https:\/\/www.ramblingrenovators.ca\/2019\/03\/how-to-decorate-how-to-create-moodboard-using-keynote.html#comment-form","title":"0 Comments"},{"rel":"edit","type":"application/atom+xml","href":"https:\/\/www.blogger.com\/feeds\/5982626037063072560\/posts\/default\/6876901631463741340"},{"rel":"self","type":"application/atom+xml","href":"https:\/\/www.blogger.com\/feeds\/5982626037063072560\/posts\/default\/6876901631463741340"},{"rel":"alternate","type":"text/html","href":"https:\/\/www.ramblingrenovators.ca\/2019\/03\/how-to-decorate-how-to-create-moodboard-using-keynote.html","title":"How To Decorate Series: Gathering Design Inspiration and How To Create A Moodboard in Keynote"}],"author":[{"name":{"$t":"Jen @ RamblingRenovators"},"uri":{"$t":"http:\/\/www.blogger.com\/profile\/18045745850049751098"},"email":{"$t":"noreply@blogger.com"},"gd$image":{"rel":"http://schemas.google.com/g/2005#thumbnail","width":"16","height":"16","src":"https:\/\/img1.blogblog.com\/img\/b16-rounded.gif"}}],"media$thumbnail":{"xmlns$media":"http://search.yahoo.com/mrss/","url":"https:\/\/4.bp.blogspot.com\/-0rsEG9kCHJA\/XGyDJrDPWKI\/AAAAAAAAeKY\/xaJ6LUtyoRMnt0tzRwVdMUXDRBsHL8Z3ACK4BGAYYCw\/s72-c\/Untitled%2B9b.002.jpeg","height":"72","width":"72"},"thr$total":{"$t":"0"}},{"id":{"$t":"tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-5982626037063072560.post-3405491236963528338"},"published":{"$t":"2019-02-21T07:00:00.000-05:00"},"updated":{"$t":"2019-02-21T07:00:07.538-05:00"},"category":[{"scheme":"http://www.blogger.com/atom/ns#","term":"basement"},{"scheme":"http://www.blogger.com/atom/ns#","term":"decorating"},{"scheme":"http://www.blogger.com/atom/ns#","term":"inspiration and ideas"}],"title":{"type":"text","$t":"A Basement Refresh"},"content":{"type":"html","$t":"\u003Cdiv class=\"separator\" style=\"clear: both; text-align: left;\"\u003EHas your home ever felt finished? Truly finished, as in there were no more rooms left to decorate, no bathrooms in need of renovating, with even the landscaping established and lush? I feel like that state of home bliss is a unicorn; you want to believe it's out there but you're not quite convinced.\u003C\/div\u003E\u003Cdiv class=\"separator\" style=\"clear: both; text-align: left;\"\u003E\u003Cbr \/\u003E\u003C\/div\u003E\u003Cdiv class=\"separator\" style=\"clear: both; text-align: left;\"\u003ESo it is with our basement. With a whole house to redecorate, we haven't really done anything with this space since we moved in two years ago. I think most basements fall to the bottom of the priority pile. Money is better spent on kitchens and living rooms that we use daily and where we entertain guests. But basements? They can become homes for leftover furniture, unpacked boxes, and all the useful but mismatched things that don't fit anywhere else.\u0026nbsp;\u003C\/div\u003E\u003Cdiv class=\"separator\" style=\"clear: both; text-align: left;\"\u003E\u003Cbr \/\u003E\u003C\/div\u003E\u003Cdiv class=\"separator\" style=\"clear: both; text-align: left;\"\u003EIt was time to give our basement a refresh. I did just that, with little expense and just a few clever decorating changes.\u003C\/div\u003E\u003Cdiv class=\"separator\" style=\"clear: both; text-align: left;\"\u003E\u003Cbr \/\u003E\u003C\/div\u003E\u003Ch3 style=\"clear: both; text-align: left;\"\u003EThe Before\u003C\/h3\u003E\u003Cdiv class=\"separator\" style=\"clear: both; text-align: center;\"\u003E\u003Cbr \/\u003E\u003C\/div\u003E\u003Cdiv class=\"separator\" style=\"clear: both; text-align: center;\"\u003E\u003Ca href=\"https:\/\/3.bp.blogspot.com\/-vBWu-2qOtFc\/XG2hLZhm4PI\/AAAAAAAAeK4\/0HfGb21RbtEL_5bGqk7yO5Wb65oxy2uOQCLcBGAs\/s1600\/basement-refresh-1.jpg\" imageanchor=\"1\" style=\"margin-left: 1em; margin-right: 1em;\"\u003E\u003Cimg alt=\"basement update, budget basement makeover, basement living room\" border=\"0\" data-original-height=\"734\" data-original-width=\"1100\" src=\"https:\/\/3.bp.blogspot.com\/-vBWu-2qOtFc\/XG2hLZhm4PI\/AAAAAAAAeK4\/0HfGb21RbtEL_5bGqk7yO5Wb65oxy2uOQCLcBGAs\/s1600\/basement-refresh-1.jpg\" title=\"basement update, budget basement makeover, basement living room\" width=\"700\" \/\u003E\u003C\/a\u003E\u003C\/div\u003E\u003Cdiv class=\"separator\" style=\"clear: both; text-align: center;\"\u003E\u003Cbr \/\u003E\u003C\/div\u003E\u003Cdiv class=\"separator\" style=\"clear: both; text-align: left;\"\u003EHere's what the basement has looked like for the last few years. This side is the lounge area. It's where we have movie night, play video games, and where I'll sit occasionally to leaf through my magazines.\u003C\/div\u003E\u003Cdiv class=\"separator\" style=\"clear: both; text-align: left;\"\u003E\u003Cbr \/\u003E\u003C\/div\u003E\u003Cdiv class=\"separator\" style=\"clear: both; text-align: left;\"\u003E\u003Ca href=\"https:\/\/2.bp.blogspot.com\/-lM65HQiHi5A\/XG2hVCIsulI\/AAAAAAAAeMI\/8twiNCo3_l4k5U5bX1tBK8R8qxVYIAdxgCLcBGAs\/s1600\/basement-refresh-3.jpg\" imageanchor=\"1\" style=\"margin-left: 1em; margin-right: 1em; text-align: center;\"\u003E\u003Cimg alt=\"basement update, budget basement makeover, basement living room\" border=\"0\" data-original-height=\"734\" data-original-width=\"1100\" src=\"https:\/\/2.bp.blogspot.com\/-lM65HQiHi5A\/XG2hVCIsulI\/AAAAAAAAeMI\/8twiNCo3_l4k5U5bX1tBK8R8qxVYIAdxgCLcBGAs\/s1600\/basement-refresh-3.jpg\" title=\"basement update, budget basement makeover, basement living room\" width=\"700\" \/\u003E\u003C\/a\u003E\u003C\/div\u003E\u003Cdiv class=\"separator\" style=\"clear: both; text-align: left;\"\u003E\u003Cbr \/\u003E\u003C\/div\u003E\u003Cdiv class=\"separator\" style=\"clear: both; text-align: left;\"\u003ECan you tell we just moved things from our old house, plopped them down here, and called the room 'done!'? Let's see if you noticed all these things that are wrong with the room:\u003C\/div\u003E\u003Cdiv class=\"separator\" style=\"clear: both; text-align: left;\"\u003E- the rug is too small\u003C\/div\u003E\u003Cdiv class=\"separator\" style=\"clear: both; text-align: left;\"\u003E- the painting is too small and hung too high (on an existing nail, ha!)\u003C\/div\u003E\u003Cdiv class=\"separator\" style=\"clear: both; text-align: left;\"\u003E- the sofa is squeezed into the corner\u003C\/div\u003E\u003Cdiv class=\"separator\" style=\"clear: both; text-align: left;\"\u003E- the dresser looks bare\u003C\/div\u003E\u003Cdiv class=\"separator\" style=\"clear: both; text-align: left;\"\u003E- the wicker ottomans, while awesome looking, are almost 10 years old and are not great for sitting\u003C\/div\u003E\u003Cdiv class=\"separator\" style=\"clear: both; text-align: left;\"\u003E- there is no design scheme and the colours and decor look... boring!\u003C\/div\u003E\u003Cdiv class=\"separator\" style=\"clear: both; text-align: left;\"\u003E\u003Cbr \/\u003E\u003C\/div\u003E\u003Cdiv class=\"separator\" style=\"clear: both; text-align: left;\"\u003E\u003Ca href=\"https:\/\/3.bp.blogspot.com\/-0zT4HMyy0G4\/XG2hWReTYII\/AAAAAAAAeMQ\/qkZ0uQDuVkEBc5j9qQdNeYP7CXK39i20ACLcBGAs\/s1600\/basement-refresh-5.jpg\" imageanchor=\"1\" style=\"margin-left: 1em; margin-right: 1em; text-align: center;\"\u003E\u003Cimg alt=\"basement update, budget basement makeover, basement living room\" border=\"0\" data-original-height=\"1600\" data-original-width=\"1069\" src=\"https:\/\/3.bp.blogspot.com\/-0zT4HMyy0G4\/XG2hWReTYII\/AAAAAAAAeMQ\/qkZ0uQDuVkEBc5j9qQdNeYP7CXK39i20ACLcBGAs\/s1600\/basement-refresh-5.jpg\" title=\"basement update, budget basement makeover, basement living room\" width=\"700\" \/\u003E\u003C\/a\u003E\u003C\/div\u003E\u003Cdiv class=\"separator\" style=\"clear: both; text-align: left;\"\u003E\u003Cbr \/\u003E\u003C\/div\u003E\u003Cdiv class=\"separator\" style=\"clear: both; text-align: left;\"\u003EThere's also all this unused space behind the ottomans. The fireplace is a great feature to have but it kicks out a lot of heat and we don't use it too often. And don't get me started on the paint colour, the fireplace rock, and the black zone of tv and electronics. I have plans to make all of those things more attractive when we do a bigger basement renovation down the road but for now, they're livable and functioning.\u003C\/div\u003E\u003Cdiv class=\"separator\" style=\"clear: both; text-align: left;\"\u003E\u003Cbr \/\u003E\u003C\/div\u003E\u003Cdiv class=\"separator\" style=\"clear: both; text-align: left;\"\u003E\u003Ca href=\"https:\/\/1.bp.blogspot.com\/-OiNp-dcpZFs\/XG2hYUakn4I\/AAAAAAAAeMg\/OexuwIlq4OgcR0x5o-_WbDBxsCyVwDb5QCLcBGAs\/s1600\/basement-refresh-9.jpg\" imageanchor=\"1\" style=\"margin-left: 1em; margin-right: 1em; text-align: center;\"\u003E\u003Cimg alt=\"basement update, budget basement makeover, basement living room\" border=\"0\" data-original-height=\"734\" data-original-width=\"1100\" src=\"https:\/\/1.bp.blogspot.com\/-OiNp-dcpZFs\/XG2hYUakn4I\/AAAAAAAAeMg\/OexuwIlq4OgcR0x5o-_WbDBxsCyVwDb5QCLcBGAs\/s1600\/basement-refresh-9.jpg\" title=\"basement update, budget basement makeover, basement living room\" width=\"700\" \/\u003E\u003C\/a\u003E\u003C\/div\u003E\u003Cdiv class=\"separator\" style=\"clear: both; text-align: center;\"\u003E\u003Cbr \/\u003E\u003C\/div\u003E\u003Cdiv class=\"separator\" style=\"clear: both; text-align: left;\"\u003EOn the other side of the room is Chloe's play area. We generally keep this area open so she has room to play on the floor with her dolls and LEGO - and of course do some gymnastics ;) We moved the \u003Ca href=\"https:\/\/www.ramblingrenovators.ca\/2018\/11\/a-simple-way-to-make-living-room-cozier.html\" target=\"_blank\"\u003Etufted ottoman\u003C\/a\u003E to the basement for extra seating over the holidays and the striped pouf is one Chloe likes to sink into.\u003C\/div\u003E\u003Cdiv class=\"separator\" style=\"clear: both; text-align: left;\"\u003E\u003Cbr \/\u003E\u003C\/div\u003E\u003Cdiv class=\"separator\" style=\"clear: both; text-align: left;\"\u003E\u003Ca href=\"https:\/\/3.bp.blogspot.com\/-JiZiSN0AyoI\/XG2hUutGh0I\/AAAAAAAAeME\/egOerasSQXwnyaMLv_OS4Bmre5l7cBIuwCLcBGAs\/s1600\/basement-refresh-29.jpg\" imageanchor=\"1\" style=\"margin-left: 1em; margin-right: 1em; text-align: center;\"\u003E\u003Cimg alt=\"diy dollhouse, ikea dollhouse, ikea Ivar hack, american girl dollhouse\" border=\"0\" data-original-height=\"734\" data-original-width=\"1100\" src=\"https:\/\/3.bp.blogspot.com\/-JiZiSN0AyoI\/XG2hUutGh0I\/AAAAAAAAeME\/egOerasSQXwnyaMLv_OS4Bmre5l7cBIuwCLcBGAs\/s1600\/basement-refresh-29.jpg\" title=\"diy dollhouse, ikea dollhouse, ikea Ivar hack, american girl dollhouse\" width=\"700\" \/\u003E\u003C\/a\u003E\u003C\/div\u003E\u003Cdiv class=\"separator\" style=\"clear: both; text-align: left;\"\u003E\u003Cbr \/\u003E\u003C\/div\u003E\u003Cdiv class=\"separator\" style=\"clear: both; text-align: left;\"\u003ESean built the dollhouse for Chloe out of two \u003Ca href=\"https:\/\/www.ikea.com\/ca\/en\/catalog\/products\/S59016075\/\" target=\"_blank\"\u003EIKEA Ivar 2 section storage units\u003C\/a\u003E. I do love it (it has shingles, siding, and a matching dog house!) but sadly, I think we're almost at the end of our doll-playing years :( Eventually, I'd love to turn this part of the basement into a cool tween hangout.\u003C\/div\u003E\u003Cdiv class=\"separator\" style=\"clear: both; text-align: left;\"\u003E\u003Cbr \/\u003E\u003C\/div\u003E\u003Cdiv class=\"separator\" style=\"clear: both; text-align: left;\"\u003E\u003Ca href=\"https:\/\/1.bp.blogspot.com\/-qUUp9o8GQcs\/XG2hPtcvYKI\/AAAAAAAAeLc\/lUqHmm1oak4AWjhRTZZAfX-ZfZMKv3JsACLcBGAs\/s1600\/basement-refresh-2.jpg\" imageanchor=\"1\" style=\"margin-left: 1em; margin-right: 1em; text-align: center;\"\u003E\u003Cimg alt=\"basement update, budget basement makeover, basement living room\" border=\"0\" data-original-height=\"734\" data-original-width=\"1100\" src=\"https:\/\/1.bp.blogspot.com\/-qUUp9o8GQcs\/XG2hPtcvYKI\/AAAAAAAAeLc\/lUqHmm1oak4AWjhRTZZAfX-ZfZMKv3JsACLcBGAs\/s1600\/basement-refresh-2.jpg\" title=\"basement update, budget basement makeover, basement living room\" width=\"700\" \/\u003E\u003C\/a\u003E\u003C\/div\u003E\u003Cdiv class=\"separator\" style=\"clear: both; text-align: left;\"\u003E\u003Cbr \/\u003E\u003C\/div\u003E\u003Cdiv class=\"separator\" style=\"clear: both; text-align: left;\"\u003EI know... things are looking a little chaotic down here. But with just a few design tweaks, this basement is looking like a new space!\u003C\/div\u003E\u003Cdiv class=\"separator\" style=\"clear: both; text-align: left;\"\u003E\u003Cbr \/\u003E\u003C\/div\u003E\u003Ch3 style=\"clear: both; text-align: left;\"\u003EThe After\u003C\/h3\u003E\u003Cdiv class=\"separator\" style=\"clear: both; text-align: center;\"\u003E\u003Ca href=\"https:\/\/1.bp.blogspot.com\/-3VYbysQvHwo\/XG2hLdrNw6I\/AAAAAAAAeK0\/HHXOYDUIZSs_BwzG_M3wEXWq0ssidXcBwCLcBGAs\/s1600\/basement-refresh-11.jpg\" imageanchor=\"1\" style=\"margin-left: 1em; margin-right: 1em;\"\u003E\u003Cimg alt=\"basement update, budget basement makeover, basement living room\" border=\"0\" data-original-height=\"734\" data-original-width=\"1100\" src=\"https:\/\/1.bp.blogspot.com\/-3VYbysQvHwo\/XG2hLdrNw6I\/AAAAAAAAeK0\/HHXOYDUIZSs_BwzG_M3wEXWq0ssidXcBwCLcBGAs\/s1600\/basement-refresh-11.jpg\" title=\"basement update, budget basement makeover, basement living room\" width=\"700\" \/\u003E\u003C\/a\u003E\u003C\/div\u003E\u003Cdiv class=\"separator\" style=\"clear: both; text-align: center;\"\u003E\u003Cbr \/\u003E\u003C\/div\u003E\u003Cdiv class=\"separator\" style=\"clear: both; text-align: center;\"\u003E\u003Ca href=\"https:\/\/2.bp.blogspot.com\/-4p5qMQir7Js\/XG2hNkuH1WI\/AAAAAAAAeLM\/LoZ4F7LNWWsmYfIY4jKzOmVaCfuckM4uQCLcBGAs\/s1600\/basement-refresh-16.jpg\" imageanchor=\"1\" style=\"margin-left: 1em; margin-right: 1em;\"\u003E\u003Cimg alt=\"basement update, budget basement makeover, basement living room\" border=\"0\" data-original-height=\"734\" data-original-width=\"1100\" src=\"https:\/\/2.bp.blogspot.com\/-4p5qMQir7Js\/XG2hNkuH1WI\/AAAAAAAAeLM\/LoZ4F7LNWWsmYfIY4jKzOmVaCfuckM4uQCLcBGAs\/s1600\/basement-refresh-16.jpg\" title=\"basement update, budget basement makeover, basement living room\" width=\"700\" \/\u003E\u003C\/a\u003E\u003C\/div\u003E\u003Cdiv class=\"separator\" style=\"clear: both; text-align: center;\"\u003E\u003Cbr \/\u003E\u003C\/div\u003E\u003Cdiv class=\"separator\" style=\"clear: both; text-align: left;\"\u003E\u003Ci\u003EDoesn't this room feel refreshed??\u003C\/i\u003E\u003C\/div\u003E\u003Cdiv class=\"separator\" style=\"clear: both; text-align: left;\"\u003E\u003Ci\u003E\u003Cbr \/\u003E\u003C\/i\u003E\u003C\/div\u003E\u003Cdiv class=\"separator\" style=\"clear: both; text-align: left;\"\u003ELet's look at some of the small but impactful changes...\u003C\/div\u003E\u003Cdiv class=\"separator\" style=\"clear: both; text-align: left;\"\u003E\u003Cbr \/\u003E\u003C\/div\u003E\u003Cdiv class=\"separator\" style=\"clear: both; text-align: left;\"\u003E\u003Ca href=\"https:\/\/4.bp.blogspot.com\/-gyLwECk-Uxc\/XG2hL_bRFhI\/AAAAAAAAeK8\/F-WrfF4KYc8rs6qC-zWesNZfW1RtQh18wCLcBGAs\/s1600\/basement-refresh-12.jpg\" imageanchor=\"1\" style=\"margin-left: 1em; margin-right: 1em; text-align: center;\"\u003E\u003Cimg alt=\"basement update, budget basement makeover, basement living room\" border=\"0\" data-original-height=\"734\" data-original-width=\"1100\" src=\"https:\/\/4.bp.blogspot.com\/-gyLwECk-Uxc\/XG2hL_bRFhI\/AAAAAAAAeK8\/F-WrfF4KYc8rs6qC-zWesNZfW1RtQh18wCLcBGAs\/s1600\/basement-refresh-12.jpg\" title=\"basement update, budget basement makeover, basement living room\" width=\"700\" \/\u003E\u003C\/a\u003E\u003C\/div\u003E\u003Cdiv class=\"separator\" style=\"clear: both; text-align: center;\"\u003E\u003Cbr \/\u003E\u003C\/div\u003E\u003Cdiv class=\"separator\" style=\"clear: both; text-align: left;\"\u003EThe first change was switching out the rug. We've had \u003Ca href=\"https:\/\/rstyle.me\/n\/df8yfcstf6\" target=\"_blank\"\u003Ethis jute chenille rug\u003C\/a\u003E for years, most recently in our dining room. The larger size helps anchor this side of the room and define the space. The neutral colour tones down the scheme while the subtle herringbone pattern adds texture. Eventually, I want a more coastal look for the entire basement to match \u003Ca href=\"https:\/\/www.ramblingrenovators.ca\/2018\/05\/a-modern-coastal-craft-room-reveal-projectcraftsdept.html\" target=\"_blank\"\u003Ethe new craft room\u003C\/a\u003E, and this rug helps convey that feeling.\u003C\/div\u003E\u003Cdiv class=\"separator\" style=\"clear: both; text-align: left;\"\u003E\u003Cbr \/\u003E\u003C\/div\u003E\u003Cdiv class=\"separator\" style=\"clear: both; text-align: left;\"\u003E\u003Ca href=\"https:\/\/1.bp.blogspot.com\/-11dZhkMUENE\/XG2hMoGKZNI\/AAAAAAAAeLE\/9VmbY5_pNkg7v9GqmJ9VwZDPrw7gs6QKwCLcBGAs\/s1600\/basement-refresh-14.jpg\" imageanchor=\"1\" style=\"margin-left: 1em; margin-right: 1em; text-align: center;\"\u003E\u003Cimg alt=\"HomePop swivel chair, modern swivel chair, grey swivel chair\" border=\"0\" data-original-height=\"734\" data-original-width=\"1100\" src=\"https:\/\/1.bp.blogspot.com\/-11dZhkMUENE\/XG2hMoGKZNI\/AAAAAAAAeLE\/9VmbY5_pNkg7v9GqmJ9VwZDPrw7gs6QKwCLcBGAs\/s1600\/basement-refresh-14.jpg\" title=\"HomePop swivel chair, modern swivel chair, grey swivel chair\" width=\"700\" \/\u003E\u003C\/a\u003E\u003C\/div\u003E\u003Cdiv class=\"separator\" style=\"clear: both; text-align: center;\"\u003E\u003Cbr \/\u003E\u003C\/div\u003E\u003Cdiv class=\"separator\" style=\"clear: both; text-align: center;\"\u003E\u003Ca href=\"https:\/\/1.bp.blogspot.com\/-jTxMKzzFa-A\/XG2hTkntq0I\/AAAAAAAAeL8\/MteWqyFi6NAJUs3RLEGSOAVXfErJG8WSgCLcBGAs\/s1600\/basement-refresh-27.jpg\" imageanchor=\"1\" style=\"margin-left: 1em; margin-right: 1em;\"\u003E\u003Cimg alt=\"HomePop swivel chair, modern swivel chair, grey swivel chair\" border=\"0\" data-original-height=\"734\" data-original-width=\"1100\" src=\"https:\/\/1.bp.blogspot.com\/-jTxMKzzFa-A\/XG2hTkntq0I\/AAAAAAAAeL8\/MteWqyFi6NAJUs3RLEGSOAVXfErJG8WSgCLcBGAs\/s1600\/basement-refresh-27.jpg\" title=\"HomePop swivel chair, modern swivel chair, grey swivel chair\" width=\"700\" \/\u003E\u003C\/a\u003E\u003C\/div\u003E\u003Cdiv class=\"separator\" style=\"clear: both; text-align: center;\"\u003E\u003Cbr \/\u003E\u003C\/div\u003E\u003Cdiv class=\"separator\" style=\"clear: both; text-align: left;\"\u003EAnother significant change was the addition of a pair of\u0026nbsp;\u003Ca href=\"https:\/\/homepop.com\/products\/accent-chairs\/modern-accent-with-swivel-base-light-gray\/?style=light-gray\" target=\"_blank\"\u003EModern Accent Chairs from HomePop\u003C\/a\u003E.\u0026nbsp; Not only do they provide extra seating, but the clean lines and grey colour tie in beautifully with our\u0026nbsp;\u003Ca href=\"https:\/\/www.ramblingrenovators.ca\/2013\/05\/desperately-seeking-small-sofa.html\" target=\"_blank\"\u003Eexisting IKEA Karlstad sofa\u003C\/a\u003E.\u003C\/div\u003E\u003Cdiv class=\"separator\" style=\"clear: both; text-align: left;\"\u003E\u003Cbr \/\u003E\u003C\/div\u003E\u003Cdiv class=\"separator\" style=\"clear: both; text-align: center;\"\u003E\u003Ca href=\"https:\/\/1.bp.blogspot.com\/-G2ZUISJ0sdE\/XG2hOW6wNEI\/AAAAAAAAeLQ\/7MSMGPVkr48Ad16BD_WBHTYfzC3kAjkHACLcBGAs\/s1600\/basement-refresh-17.jpg\" imageanchor=\"1\" style=\"margin-left: 1em; margin-right: 1em;\"\u003E\u003Cimg alt=\"HomePop swivel chair, modern swivel chair, grey swivel chair\" border=\"0\" data-original-height=\"1600\" data-original-width=\"1069\" src=\"https:\/\/1.bp.blogspot.com\/-G2ZUISJ0sdE\/XG2hOW6wNEI\/AAAAAAAAeLQ\/7MSMGPVkr48Ad16BD_WBHTYfzC3kAjkHACLcBGAs\/s1600\/basement-refresh-17.jpg\" title=\"HomePop swivel chair, modern swivel chair, grey swivel chair\" width=\"700\" \/\u003E\u003C\/a\u003E\u003C\/div\u003E\u003Cdiv class=\"separator\" style=\"clear: both; text-align: left;\"\u003E\u003Cbr \/\u003E\u003C\/div\u003E\u003Cdiv class=\"separator\" style=\"clear: both; text-align: left;\"\u003E\u003Ca href=\"https:\/\/2.bp.blogspot.com\/-zSMBUSz22wk\/XG2hOgHqy7I\/AAAAAAAAeLU\/1J8Fw7ZzAcoIJg97tHj3bIgyQhE8WkBcwCLcBGAs\/s1600\/basement-refresh-18.jpg\" imageanchor=\"1\" style=\"margin-left: 1em; margin-right: 1em; text-align: center;\"\u003E\u003Cimg alt=\"HomePop swivel chair, modern swivel chair, grey swivel chair\" border=\"0\" data-original-height=\"1600\" data-original-width=\"1069\" src=\"https:\/\/2.bp.blogspot.com\/-zSMBUSz22wk\/XG2hOgHqy7I\/AAAAAAAAeLU\/1J8Fw7ZzAcoIJg97tHj3bIgyQhE8WkBcwCLcBGAs\/s1600\/basement-refresh-18.jpg\" title=\"HomePop swivel chair, modern swivel chair, grey swivel chair\" width=\"700\" \/\u003E\u003C\/a\u003E\u003C\/div\u003E\u003Cdiv class=\"separator\" style=\"clear: both; text-align: left;\"\u003E\u003C\/div\u003E\u003Cdiv class=\"separator\" style=\"clear: both; text-align: left;\"\u003E\u003Ca href=\"https:\/\/2.bp.blogspot.com\/-5jBWvgPJZy0\/XG2hQiMuoRI\/AAAAAAAAeLk\/7EGKyo9NTbEBodswhQeT2-dW0P5EWYgkQCLcBGAs\/s1600\/basement-refresh-21.jpg\" imageanchor=\"1\" style=\"margin-left: 1em; margin-right: 1em; text-align: center;\"\u003E\u003Cimg alt=\"HomePop swivel chair, modern swivel chair, grey swivel chair\" border=\"0\" data-original-height=\"1600\" data-original-width=\"1069\" src=\"https:\/\/2.bp.blogspot.com\/-5jBWvgPJZy0\/XG2hQiMuoRI\/AAAAAAAAeLk\/7EGKyo9NTbEBodswhQeT2-dW0P5EWYgkQCLcBGAs\/s1600\/basement-refresh-21.jpg\" title=\"HomePop swivel chair, modern swivel chair, grey swivel chair\" width=\"700\" \/\u003E\u003C\/a\u003E\u003C\/div\u003E\u003Cdiv class=\"separator\" style=\"clear: both; text-align: left;\"\u003E\u003Cbr \/\u003E\u003C\/div\u003E\u003Cdiv class=\"separator\" style=\"clear: both; text-align: left;\"\u003EI've enjoyed working with HomePop over the last year and have incorporated quite a few HomePop products into my home. I am consistently impressed by the quality of their products. This chair in particular has gorgeous stitching on the arms and the box cushions are nice and strudy but not too stiff.\u0026nbsp;As well, as an online shopper, I appreciate that most of the furniture comes fully assembled!\u003C\/div\u003E\u003Cdiv class=\"separator\" style=\"clear: both; text-align: left;\"\u003E\u003Cbr \/\u003E\u003C\/div\u003E\u003Cdiv class=\"separator\" style=\"clear: both; text-align: left;\"\u003EOne particular feature of these chairs made them a must-have for our basement...\u003C\/div\u003E\u003Cdiv class=\"separator\" style=\"clear: both; text-align: left;\"\u003E\u003Cbr \/\u003E\u003C\/div\u003E\u003Cdiv class=\"separator\" style=\"clear: both; text-align: center;\"\u003E\u003Ca href=\"https:\/\/2.bp.blogspot.com\/-3d5Un4mtZ5g\/XG2jsXW25rI\/AAAAAAAAeNE\/YGnoYMjWbpgQGPiscfJosSsk7zUN_-fVwCLcBGAs\/s1600\/Webp.net-gifmaker%2B%25282%2529.gif\" imageanchor=\"1\" style=\"margin-left: 1em; margin-right: 1em;\"\u003E\u003Cimg border=\"0\" data-original-height=\"734\" data-original-width=\"1100\" height=\"426\" src=\"https:\/\/2.bp.blogspot.com\/-3d5Un4mtZ5g\/XG2jsXW25rI\/AAAAAAAAeNE\/YGnoYMjWbpgQGPiscfJosSsk7zUN_-fVwCLcBGAs\/s640\/Webp.net-gifmaker%2B%25282%2529.gif\" width=\"640\" \/\u003E\u003C\/a\u003E\u003C\/div\u003E\u003Cdiv class=\"separator\" style=\"clear: both; text-align: center;\"\u003E\u003Cbr \/\u003E\u003C\/div\u003E\u003Cdiv class=\"separator\" style=\"clear: both; text-align: left;\"\u003EThey're on a swivel base!\u003C\/div\u003E\u003Cdiv class=\"separator\" style=\"clear: both; text-align: left;\"\u003E\u003Cbr \/\u003E\u003C\/div\u003E\u003Cdiv class=\"separator\" style=\"clear: both; text-align: left;\"\u003EThey twirl around easily and are super lightweight and easy to move around. It's great to have the option to have the chairs facing the tv, each other, the fireplace...\u003C\/div\u003E\u003Cdiv class=\"separator\" style=\"clear: both; text-align: center;\"\u003E\u003Cbr \/\u003E\u003C\/div\u003E\u003Ca href=\"https:\/\/1.bp.blogspot.com\/-rYa5ou-5s8o\/XG2hNCqMV6I\/AAAAAAAAeLI\/GtdkWhNt6ew4dGZvRjsXPknxFwusZI_yACLcBGAs\/s1600\/basement-refresh-15.jpg\" imageanchor=\"1\" style=\"margin-left: 1em; margin-right: 1em; text-align: center;\"\u003E\u003Cimg alt=\"HomePop swivel chair, modern swivel chair, grey swivel chair\" border=\"0\" data-original-height=\"734\" data-original-width=\"1100\" src=\"https:\/\/1.bp.blogspot.com\/-rYa5ou-5s8o\/XG2hNCqMV6I\/AAAAAAAAeLI\/GtdkWhNt6ew4dGZvRjsXPknxFwusZI_yACLcBGAs\/s1600\/basement-refresh-15.jpg\" title=\"HomePop swivel chair, modern swivel chair, grey swivel chair\" width=\"700\" \/\u003E\u003C\/a\u003E\u003Cbr \/\u003E\u003Cdiv class=\"separator\" style=\"clear: both; text-align: center;\"\u003E\u003Cbr \/\u003E\u003C\/div\u003E\u003Cdiv class=\"separator\" style=\"clear: both; text-align: left;\"\u003Eor towards the play area. It gives Chloe and friends a place to sit, and its easy for us to spin around if Chloe wants to show us her latest gymnastics moves. Which happens frequently!\u003C\/div\u003E\u003Cdiv class=\"separator\" style=\"clear: both; text-align: left;\"\u003E\u003Cbr \/\u003E\u003C\/div\u003E\u003Cdiv class=\"separator\" style=\"clear: both; text-align: center;\"\u003E\u003Ca href=\"https:\/\/1.bp.blogspot.com\/-2N-hFFxHN4I\/XG2hUKIl9DI\/AAAAAAAAeMA\/aGpuruZSTwMvNJrHokSGTOWzVjfnE3AQQCLcBGAs\/s1600\/basement-refresh-28.jpg\" imageanchor=\"1\" style=\"margin-left: 1em; margin-right: 1em;\"\u003E\u003Cimg alt=\"HomePop swivel chair, modern swivel chair, grey swivel chair\" border=\"0\" data-original-height=\"734\" data-original-width=\"1100\" src=\"https:\/\/1.bp.blogspot.com\/-2N-hFFxHN4I\/XG2hUKIl9DI\/AAAAAAAAeMA\/aGpuruZSTwMvNJrHokSGTOWzVjfnE3AQQCLcBGAs\/s1600\/basement-refresh-28.jpg\" title=\"HomePop swivel chair, modern swivel chair, grey swivel chair\" width=\"700\" \/\u003E\u003C\/a\u003E\u003C\/div\u003E\u003Cbr \/\u003E\u003Cdiv class=\"separator\" style=\"clear: both; text-align: center;\"\u003E\u003Ca href=\"https:\/\/4.bp.blogspot.com\/-TPOK_LkYaYI\/XG2hW4PfPkI\/AAAAAAAAeMU\/MJ2z-ufIeFkRLOg4QMpDyjg43WFKahcGwCLcBGAs\/s1600\/basement-refresh-6.jpg\" imageanchor=\"1\" style=\"margin-left: 1em; margin-right: 1em;\"\u003E\u003Cimg alt=\"HomePop swivel chair, modern swivel chair, grey swivel chair\" border=\"0\" data-original-height=\"1600\" data-original-width=\"1069\" src=\"https:\/\/4.bp.blogspot.com\/-TPOK_LkYaYI\/XG2hW4PfPkI\/AAAAAAAAeMU\/MJ2z-ufIeFkRLOg4QMpDyjg43WFKahcGwCLcBGAs\/s1600\/basement-refresh-6.jpg\" title=\"HomePop swivel chair, modern swivel chair, grey swivel chair\" width=\"700\" \/\u003E\u003C\/a\u003E\u003C\/div\u003E\u003Cbr \/\u003EThe swivel chair + wicker ottoman + personal bowl of popcorn makes for the ultimate movie night.\u003Cbr \/\u003E\u003Cdiv class=\"separator\" style=\"clear: both; text-align: center;\"\u003E\u003C\/div\u003E\u003Cbr \/\u003E\u003Cdiv class=\"separator\" style=\"clear: both; text-align: center;\"\u003E\u003Ca href=\"https:\/\/2.bp.blogspot.com\/-Il9-s5YRChE\/XG2hXqzNBYI\/AAAAAAAAeMc\/9rJmQw8zXZARs6KmWNrHUZEfxVxb-mpQACLcBGAs\/s1600\/basement-refresh-8.jpg\" imageanchor=\"1\" style=\"margin-left: 1em; margin-right: 1em;\"\u003E\u003Cimg alt=\"HomePop swivel chair, modern swivel chair, grey swivel chair, movie night, family night\" border=\"0\" data-original-height=\"734\" data-original-width=\"1100\" src=\"https:\/\/2.bp.blogspot.com\/-Il9-s5YRChE\/XG2hXqzNBYI\/AAAAAAAAeMc\/9rJmQw8zXZARs6KmWNrHUZEfxVxb-mpQACLcBGAs\/s1600\/basement-refresh-8.jpg\" title=\"HomePop swivel chair, modern swivel chair, grey swivel chair, movie night, family night\" width=\"700\" \/\u003E\u003C\/a\u003E\u003C\/div\u003E\u003Cbr \/\u003E\u003Cdiv class=\"separator\" style=\"clear: both; text-align: left;\"\u003EAside from the chairs, a few other details really helped create a more cohesive style in this space.\u0026nbsp;\u003C\/div\u003E\u003Cdiv class=\"separator\" style=\"clear: both; text-align: left;\"\u003E\u003Cbr \/\u003E\u003C\/div\u003E\u003Cdiv class=\"separator\" style=\"clear: both; text-align: left;\"\u003EI added in a side table beside the sofa. I used one we had on hand and it's a tad short, but for now, it does a great job. We also needed a table lamp down here (the recessed potlights can be so harsh) and this one makes for more pleasant reading.\u003C\/div\u003E\u003Cdiv class=\"separator\" style=\"clear: both; text-align: left;\"\u003E\u003Cbr \/\u003E\u003C\/div\u003E\u003Ca href=\"https:\/\/4.bp.blogspot.com\/-f9shpiLrD-w\/XG2hPZtESgI\/AAAAAAAAeLY\/mmlaK6NK1Q8NhyPNlL53kxC5Pfws3rQFwCLcBGAs\/s1600\/basement-refresh-19.jpg\" imageanchor=\"1\" style=\"margin-left: 1em; margin-right: 1em; text-align: center;\"\u003E\u003Cimg alt=\"basement update, budget basement makeover, basement living room, karlstad sofa\" border=\"0\" data-original-height=\"1600\" data-original-width=\"1069\" src=\"https:\/\/4.bp.blogspot.com\/-f9shpiLrD-w\/XG2hPZtESgI\/AAAAAAAAeLY\/mmlaK6NK1Q8NhyPNlL53kxC5Pfws3rQFwCLcBGAs\/s1600\/basement-refresh-19.jpg\" title=\"basement update, budget basement makeover, basement living room, karlstad sofa\" width=\"700\" \/\u003E\u003C\/a\u003E\u003Cbr \/\u003E\u003Cdiv class=\"separator\" style=\"clear: both; text-align: center;\"\u003E\u003Cbr \/\u003E\u003C\/div\u003E\u003Cdiv class=\"separator\" style=\"clear: both; text-align: center;\"\u003E\u003Ca href=\"https:\/\/2.bp.blogspot.com\/-muOAgmfV89M\/XG2hTYVvt1I\/AAAAAAAAeL4\/2J0jpRrwuFsP3ZIu3vWk9ykadSdUsCU2wCLcBGAs\/s1600\/basement-refresh-26.jpg\" imageanchor=\"1\" style=\"margin-left: 1em; margin-right: 1em;\"\u003E\u003Cimg alt=\"basement update, budget basement makeover, basement living room\" border=\"0\" data-original-height=\"1600\" data-original-width=\"1069\" height=\"400\" src=\"https:\/\/2.bp.blogspot.com\/-muOAgmfV89M\/XG2hTYVvt1I\/AAAAAAAAeL4\/2J0jpRrwuFsP3ZIu3vWk9ykadSdUsCU2wCLcBGAs\/s400\/basement-refresh-26.jpg\" title=\"basement update, budget basement makeover, basement living room\" width=\"266\" \/\u003E\u003C\/a\u003E\u003Ca href=\"https:\/\/3.bp.blogspot.com\/-iaU4uVfnwEc\/XG2hQBTlY-I\/AAAAAAAAeLg\/s9rDb6gJdHk5m0XBvg8s6-Yxy3NvUrqJwCLcBGAs\/s1600\/basement-refresh-20.jpg\" imageanchor=\"1\" style=\"margin-left: 1em; margin-right: 1em;\"\u003E\u003Cimg alt=\"basement update, budget basement makeover, basement living room, blue orange accessories\" border=\"0\" data-original-height=\"1600\" data-original-width=\"1069\" height=\"400\" src=\"https:\/\/3.bp.blogspot.com\/-iaU4uVfnwEc\/XG2hQBTlY-I\/AAAAAAAAeLg\/s9rDb6gJdHk5m0XBvg8s6-Yxy3NvUrqJwCLcBGAs\/s400\/basement-refresh-20.jpg\" title=\"basement update, budget basement makeover, basement living room, blue orange accessories\" width=\"266\" \/\u003E\u003C\/a\u003E\u003C\/div\u003E\u003Cdiv style=\"text-align: center;\"\u003E\u003Cbr \/\u003E\u003C\/div\u003E\u003Cdiv style=\"text-align: center;\"\u003E\u003Ca href=\"https:\/\/2.bp.blogspot.com\/-m4M9NsruvNU\/XG2hRgpOv-I\/AAAAAAAAeLs\/0rylafgjGacayKybU3e8hfc13hx_0cMJACLcBGAs\/s1600\/basement-refresh-23.jpg\" imageanchor=\"1\" style=\"margin-left: 1em; margin-right: 1em;\"\u003E\u003Cimg alt=\"basement update, budget basement makeover, basement living room, coastal vignette, teal dresser, large round mirror over dresser\" border=\"0\" data-original-height=\"1600\" data-original-width=\"1069\" src=\"https:\/\/2.bp.blogspot.com\/-m4M9NsruvNU\/XG2hRgpOv-I\/AAAAAAAAeLs\/0rylafgjGacayKybU3e8hfc13hx_0cMJACLcBGAs\/s1600\/basement-refresh-23.jpg\" title=\"basement update, budget basement makeover, basement living room, coastal vignette, teal dresser, large round mirror over dresser\" width=\"700\" \/\u003E\u003C\/a\u003E\u003C\/div\u003E\u003Cbr \/\u003E\u003Cdiv class=\"separator\" style=\"clear: both;\"\u003EI brought in more of that coastal feel with blue and white accents around the room, punctuated with bold hits of orange. I'm not normally an orange person but I do love it paired with blue.\u003C\/div\u003E\u003Cdiv class=\"separator\" style=\"clear: both;\"\u003E\u003Cbr \/\u003E\u003C\/div\u003E\u003Cdiv class=\"separator\" style=\"clear: both;\"\u003E\u003Ca href=\"https:\/\/www.ramblingrenovators.ca\/2011\/04\/painted-dresser.html\" target=\"_blank\"\u003EThe dresser is one which we repainted\u003C\/a\u003E\u0026nbsp;years ago. Chloe and I went through her plastic bins of toys and gave away many of the toys she had outgrown. Now this dresser is filled with the board games, craft kits, books, and puzzles that she still uses.\u003C\/div\u003E\u003Cdiv class=\"separator\" style=\"clear: both;\"\u003E\u003Cbr \/\u003E\u003C\/div\u003E\u003Cdiv class=\"separator\" style=\"clear: both;\"\u003EThe dresser has given me another surface to decorate and I've taken full advantage of it! Surprisingly, all of the accessories were things I already had so this little vignette cost me $0.\u003C\/div\u003E\u003Cbr \/\u003E\u003Cdiv class=\"separator\" style=\"clear: both; text-align: center;\"\u003E\u003Ca href=\"https:\/\/1.bp.blogspot.com\/-qZWtnI1aFLk\/XG2hMLeYdCI\/AAAAAAAAeLA\/F0XdngtKMM0ZgVg40OcJR2o-d_3AiNfxQCLcBGAs\/s1600\/basement-refresh-13.jpg\" imageanchor=\"1\" style=\"margin-left: 1em; margin-right: 1em;\"\u003E\u003Cimg alt=\"basement update, budget basement makeover, basement living room, coastal vignette, teal dresser, large round mirror over dresser\" border=\"0\" data-original-height=\"734\" data-original-width=\"1100\" src=\"https:\/\/1.bp.blogspot.com\/-qZWtnI1aFLk\/XG2hMLeYdCI\/AAAAAAAAeLA\/F0XdngtKMM0ZgVg40OcJR2o-d_3AiNfxQCLcBGAs\/s1600\/basement-refresh-13.jpg\" title=\"basement update, budget basement makeover, basement living room, coastal vignette, teal dresser, large round mirror over dresser\" width=\"700\" \/\u003E\u003C\/a\u003E\u003C\/div\u003E\u003Cbr \/\u003EI love how the orange vase on the dresser ties in with the orange artwork.\u003Cbr \/\u003E\u003Cbr \/\u003ESeeing how easily this room came together, I wonder why it took me so long. Just because a room is temporary, and you've got bigger renovations planed in the future, doesn't mean you need to settle for a mediocre design right now. All it took was some amazing new chairs and redecorating with things I already had to give our family a whole new space to enjoy.\u003Cbr \/\u003E\u003Cbr \/\u003E\u003Ci\u003EDisclosure:\u0026nbsp;This conversation was sponsored by \u003Ca href=\"http:\/\/homepop.com\/\" target=\"_blank\"\u003EHomePop\u003C\/a\u003E. Thank you for supporting the brands whose quality products I bring into my own home.\u003C\/i\u003E"},"link":[{"rel":"replies","type":"application/atom+xml","href":"https:\/\/www.ramblingrenovators.ca\/feeds\/3405491236963528338\/comments\/default","title":"Post Comments"},{"rel":"replies","type":"text/html","href":"https:\/\/www.ramblingrenovators.ca\/2019\/02\/a-modern-basement-refresh-with-swivel-chairs.html#comment-form","title":"0 Comments"},{"rel":"edit","type":"application/atom+xml","href":"https:\/\/www.blogger.com\/feeds\/5982626037063072560\/posts\/default\/3405491236963528338"},{"rel":"self","type":"application/atom+xml","href":"https:\/\/www.blogger.com\/feeds\/5982626037063072560\/posts\/default\/3405491236963528338"},{"rel":"alternate","type":"text/html","href":"https:\/\/www.ramblingrenovators.ca\/2019\/02\/a-modern-basement-refresh-with-swivel-chairs.html","title":"A Basement Refresh"}],"author":[{"name":{"$t":"Jen @ RamblingRenovators"},"uri":{"$t":"http:\/\/www.blogger.com\/profile\/18045745850049751098"},"email":{"$t":"noreply@blogger.com"},"gd$image":{"rel":"http://schemas.google.com/g/2005#thumbnail","width":"16","height":"16","src":"https:\/\/img1.blogblog.com\/img\/b16-rounded.gif"}}],"media$thumbnail":{"xmlns$media":"http://search.yahoo.com/mrss/","url":"https:\/\/3.bp.blogspot.com\/-vBWu-2qOtFc\/XG2hLZhm4PI\/AAAAAAAAeK4\/0HfGb21RbtEL_5bGqk7yO5Wb65oxy2uOQCLcBGAs\/s72-c\/basement-refresh-1.jpg","height":"72","width":"72"},"thr$total":{"$t":"0"}},{"id":{"$t":"tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-5982626037063072560.post-232813857883970791"},"published":{"$t":"2019-02-11T07:00:00.000-05:00"},"updated":{"$t":"2019-02-11T07:00:02.354-05:00"},"category":[{"scheme":"http://www.blogger.com/atom/ns#","term":"decorating"},{"scheme":"http://www.blogger.com/atom/ns#","term":"how to decorate"},{"scheme":"http://www.blogger.com/atom/ns#","term":"inspiration and ideas"},{"scheme":"http://www.blogger.com/atom/ns#","term":"tips and tricks"}],"title":{"type":"text","$t":"How To Decorate Series: How To Start Decorating a Room"},"content":{"type":"html","$t":"\u003Cdiv\u003EDo you enjoy decorating? Do you find it fun or do you struggle with the process?\u0026nbsp; Design blogs can help with that by providing information and inspiration. Over the years, I've shared a lot about how we design, renovate, and decorate our home and I think we have our decorating process nailed down. I've talked about decorating ideas, products, layout, and how to DIY - but there's a few things I haven't really discussed.\u003Cbr \/\u003E\u003Cbr \/\u003E\u003C\/div\u003E\u003Ch2\u003E\u003Cdiv style=\"text-align: center;\"\u003E\u003Cblockquote class=\"tr_bq\"\u003E\u003Cspan style=\"font-size: small;\"\u003EThe \u003Ci\u003EWhy\u003C\/i\u003E we do the things we do, the factors that impact our decisions, and the order in which we make decorating decisions are just as important as what those decisions are.\u003C\/span\u003E\u003C\/blockquote\u003E\u003C\/div\u003E\u003C\/h2\u003ETo dig into that deeper, I thought it was time I took you on a journey, a decorating journey, and share the A to Z of a single design project. I call it 'decorating' but I'm referring to decorating, remodelling, and renovating projects; they're just different degrees of intensity.\u003Cbr \/\u003E\u003Cbr \/\u003EThe interesting thing is, no matter how big or small your project, no matter your style, these decisions and steps are always the same. If you find decorating a challenge, perhaps you'll find ideas on how to overcome some of the obstacles. Over the next few weeks, I'll share my process of \u003Cb\u003EHow To Decorate \u003C\/b\u003Eand we're going to start right from the beginning\u003Cb\u003E. \u003C\/b\u003EToday's topic: \u003Ci style=\"font-weight: bold;\"\u003EHow To Start Decorating A Room.\u0026nbsp;\u003C\/i\u003E\u003Cbr \/\u003E\u003Cb\u003E\u003Ci\u003E\u003Cbr \/\u003E\u003C\/i\u003E\u003C\/b\u003E\u003Cb\u003E\u003Ci\u003E\u003Ca href=\"http:\/\/1.bp.blogspot.com\/-SKMSVJC13bM\/XGBbQ-BXjfI\/AAAAAAAAeGw\/lu6GvQNgaqY6HeHz4rg64LMwk6cZ-hSNACK4BGAYYCw\/s1600\/how%2Bto%2Bdecorate%2B%25281%2529.png\" imageanchor=\"1\"\u003E\u003Cimg alt=\"how to decorate, how to start decorating a room, how to interior design your house\" border=\"0\" src=\"https:\/\/1.bp.blogspot.com\/-SKMSVJC13bM\/XGBbQ-BXjfI\/AAAAAAAAeGw\/lu6GvQNgaqY6HeHz4rg64LMwk6cZ-hSNACK4BGAYYCw\/s1600\/how%2Bto%2Bdecorate%2B%25281%2529.png\" title=\"how to decorate, how to start decorating a room, how to interior design your house\" width=\"700\" \/\u003E\u003C\/a\u003E\u003C\/i\u003E\u003C\/b\u003E\u003Cb\u003E\u003Ci\u003E\u003C\/i\u003E\u003C\/b\u003E\u003Cbr \/\u003E\u003Cb\u003E\u003Cbr \/\u003E\u003C\/b\u003EHere's my belief: we all have the ability to decorate a room. But to decorate a \u003Ci\u003Egood\u003C\/i\u003E room that functions well, works over the long run, \u003Ci\u003Eand\u003C\/i\u003E is beautiful? That takes planning and forethought.\u003Cbr \/\u003E\u003Cbr \/\u003E\u003Ch3\u003E\u003Cspan style=\"font-size: small;\"\u003EThe first step in decorating a room is deciding which room to decorate.\u0026nbsp;\u003C\/span\u003E\u003C\/h3\u003EIf we had a giant stockpile of money, this wouldn't even be a consideration and we could do all the rooms. But most of us have limited funds and limited time so we have to pick and choose which projects are a priority. \u003Ci\u003ESo\u0026nbsp;how do you decide? \u003C\/i\u003ERarely do our homes feel 'finished'; there's always a room in need remodelling or updating! Here's four factors to consider before you start decorating.\u003Cbr \/\u003E\u003Cbr \/\u003E\u003Ch3\u003E1.\u0026nbsp; Need\u003C\/h3\u003EThink about \"need\" in two ways: qualitatively and quantitatively.\u003Cbr \/\u003E\u003Cbr \/\u003E\u003Cu\u003EQualitative needs\u003C\/u\u003E are emotional needs, those things that you feel. Every inch of your home should be used or enjoyed. Is there a room that you avoid or causes you dread when you enter it? Is there a room that's been neglected? What room do you avoid showing guests when they come for a visit? Your answers might indicate a qualitative need: is there a room whose redesign would bring you greater happiness in your life?\u003Cbr \/\u003E\u003Cbr \/\u003E\u003Cu\u003EQuantitative needs\u003C\/u\u003E are those hard and identifiable needs that translate into numbers. For a home, those numbers could refer to your home value (e.g. adding a second bathroom to increase your home's value), expenses (e.g. replacing your windows to save on heating costs), or time (upgrading your kitchen to make it a more functional and better working space).\u003Cbr \/\u003E\u003Cbr \/\u003ETypically, quantitative needs will be more expensive and you'll need to save up before you embark on these projects. This brings us to the second consideration, budget.\u003Cbr \/\u003E\u003Cbr \/\u003E\u003Ctable align=\"center\" cellpadding=\"0\" cellspacing=\"0\" class=\"tr-caption-container\" style=\"margin-left: auto; margin-right: auto; text-align: center;\"\u003E\u003Ctbody\u003E\u003Ctr\u003E\u003Ctd style=\"text-align: center;\"\u003E\u003Ca href=\"https:\/\/3.bp.blogspot.com\/-LAclgVzT15w\/Vf7UzbZjqRI\/AAAAAAAAWC8\/SajTQpu5Bl8\/s1600\/designer-series-pella-windows-install-2.jpg\" imageanchor=\"1\" style=\"margin-left: auto; margin-right: auto;\"\u003E\u003Cimg alt=\"replacing a front window, how to decorate, how to start decorating a room, how to interior design your house\" border=\"0\" data-original-height=\"441\" data-original-width=\"660\" src=\"https:\/\/3.bp.blogspot.com\/-LAclgVzT15w\/Vf7UzbZjqRI\/AAAAAAAAWC8\/SajTQpu5Bl8\/s1600\/designer-series-pella-windows-install-2.jpg\" title=\"replacing a front window, how to decorate, how to start decorating a room, how to interior design your house\" \/\u003E\u003C\/a\u003E\u003C\/td\u003E\u003C\/tr\u003E\u003Ctr\u003E\u003Ctd class=\"tr-caption\" style=\"text-align: center;\"\u003E\u003Ca href=\"http:\/\/www.ramblingrenovators.ca\/2015\/09\/pella-windows-insynctive-technology.html\" target=\"_blank\"\u003EReplacing our front window\u003C\/a\u003E with one that let in light and a breeze was necessary in our non-air conditioned home!\u003C\/td\u003E\u003C\/tr\u003E\u003C\/tbody\u003E\u003C\/table\u003E\u003Cbr \/\u003E\u003Ch3\u003E2.\u0026nbsp; Budget\u003C\/h3\u003EKnowing your budget beforehand helps you to prioritize which projects to tackle. You might want to work with a smaller budget and complete a smaller project. Or, you might consider saving up until you have a larger budget and tackle a more intensive project. Both kinds can be equally satisfying. Later in the series, we'll talk about allocating the budget and breaking it down into different elements. But at this stage, it's enough to have a rough idea of how much money you have to work with so you can at least eliminate projects that are completely out of budget.\u003Cbr \/\u003E\u003Cbr \/\u003E\u003Ch3\u003E3. Timeline\u003C\/h3\u003EIt's not unusual to have your projects determined by a real or perceived timeline. I find that imposing a timeline on your project can help motivate you and push you to achieve more than you thought possible. Our\u003Ca href=\"http:\/\/www.ramblingrenovators.ca\/2017\/05\/one-room-challenge-preppy-traditional-living-room.html\" target=\"_blank\"\u003E six-week long living room renovation\u003C\/a\u003E that we completed for the One Room Challenge is a great example.\u0026nbsp; It's important to note though that while the physical actual execution of the project was six weeks, the planning and preparation took much longer!\u003Cbr \/\u003E\u003Cbr \/\u003E\u003Cdiv class=\"separator\" style=\"clear: both; text-align: center;\"\u003E\u003Ca href=\"https:\/\/2.bp.blogspot.com\/-faJ5StFMXyg\/WRIspd30d1I\/AAAAAAAAaIs\/dlGiiEgkk7Ut2FgX3tCHru9hUp2awV8lACLcB\/s1600\/orc-preppy-traditional-living-room-4.jpg\" imageanchor=\"1\" style=\"margin-left: 1em; margin-right: 1em;\"\u003E\u003Cimg border=\"0\" data-original-height=\"801\" data-original-width=\"1200\" src=\"https:\/\/2.bp.blogspot.com\/-faJ5StFMXyg\/WRIspd30d1I\/AAAAAAAAaIs\/dlGiiEgkk7Ut2FgX3tCHru9hUp2awV8lACLcB\/s1600\/orc-preppy-traditional-living-room-4.jpg\" width=\"700\" \/\u003E\u003C\/a\u003E\u003C\/div\u003E\u003Cdiv class=\"separator\" style=\"clear: both; text-align: center;\"\u003E\u003Ca href=\"https:\/\/2.bp.blogspot.com\/-JHnp1o36bYY\/WRIoD0AziVI\/AAAAAAAAaIQ\/Rb3wiof0dUQ2alHs3C_-2jGTB72aPB49ACLcB\/s1600\/orc-preppy-traditional-living-room-after-1.jpg\" imageanchor=\"1\" style=\"margin-left: 1em; margin-right: 1em;\"\u003E\u003Cimg alt=\"how to decorate, how to start decorating a room, how to interior design your house\" border=\"0\" data-original-height=\"1600\" data-original-width=\"1280\" src=\"https:\/\/2.bp.blogspot.com\/-JHnp1o36bYY\/WRIoD0AziVI\/AAAAAAAAaIQ\/Rb3wiof0dUQ2alHs3C_-2jGTB72aPB49ACLcB\/s1600\/orc-preppy-traditional-living-room-after-1.jpg\" title=\"how to decorate, how to start decorating a room, how to interior design your house\" width=\"700\" \/\u003E\u003C\/a\u003E\u003C\/div\u003E\u003Cdiv class=\"separator\" style=\"clear: both; text-align: center;\"\u003E\u003Cbr \/\u003E\u003C\/div\u003EExamples of elements which could impact your decorating timeline include:\u003Cbr \/\u003E- seasonality: certain projects are better completed during warmer weather. Gardening and pool projects need to be done in the spring and summer. Exterior paint projects are best in the early cool days of fall. And it's ideal to complete large renovations like kitchen makeovers when you can bbq outside and running back and forth to the garage\/workshop isn't a hardship.\u003Cbr \/\u003E- life events: Major life changes like welcoming a baby can precipitate major renovations. In the nine months before Chloe arrived, we finished up a \u003Ca href=\"http:\/\/www.ramblingrenovators.ca\/2008\/09\/and-its-done.html\" target=\"_blank\"\u003Ekitchen renovation\u003C\/a\u003E, tackled \u003Ca href=\"http:\/\/www.ramblingrenovators.ca\/2009\/03\/bathroom-bliss.html\" target=\"_blank\"\u003Ea bathroom renovation\u003C\/a\u003E and \u003Ca href=\"http:\/\/www.ramblingrenovators.ca\/2009\/04\/baby-is-on-way.html\" target=\"_blank\"\u003Enursery renovation\u003C\/a\u003E as well! Welcoming guests over the holidays, rearranging rooms after the kids have gone off to collage... life events have a way of making 'someday' projects an immediate priority!\u003Cbr \/\u003E\u003Ch3\u003E\u003Cbr \/\u003E4. Effort and Skill\u003C\/h3\u003ESome projects are easier than others. If you have the knowledge, skills (and tools!) to complete a design project, you're more likely to go ahead and tackle it. However, if its a complicated project, one that is long, multi-phased, and requires expertise you don't possess, you need to find people who have those skills to help you do the job.\u003Cbr \/\u003E\u003Cbr \/\u003EDecorating projects that require simple tasks like painting a room or rearranging furniture can often be done quickly and at little cost. Generally, the more difficult a project is, the more it will cost and the longer it will take.\u003Cbr \/\u003E\u003Cbr \/\u003E\u003Ctable align=\"center\" cellpadding=\"0\" cellspacing=\"0\" class=\"tr-caption-container\" style=\"margin-left: auto; margin-right: auto; text-align: center;\"\u003E\u003Ctbody\u003E\u003Ctr\u003E\u003Ctd style=\"text-align: center;\"\u003E\u003Ca href=\"http:\/\/4.bp.blogspot.com\/-HEZB5AxXJ6o\/T08HK_IH-eI\/AAAAAAAAGec\/moIruKI4QBQ\/s640\/demolition1.jpg\" imageanchor=\"1\" style=\"margin-left: auto; margin-right: auto;\"\u003E\u003Cimg alt=\"basement demolition, how to decorate, how to start decorating a room, how to interior design your house\" border=\"0\" data-original-height=\"640\" data-original-width=\"475\" src=\"https:\/\/4.bp.blogspot.com\/-HEZB5AxXJ6o\/T08HK_IH-eI\/AAAAAAAAGec\/moIruKI4QBQ\/s640\/demolition1.jpg\" title=\"basement demolition, how to decorate, how to start decorating a room, how to interior design your house\" \/\u003E\u003C\/a\u003E\u003C\/td\u003E\u003C\/tr\u003E\u003Ctr\u003E\u003Ctd class=\"tr-caption\" style=\"text-align: center;\"\u003E\u003Ca href=\"http:\/\/www.ramblingrenovators.ca\/2012\/03\/basement-demolition-done.html\" target=\"_blank\"\u003EBasement demolition\u003C\/a\u003E is one project we left to the pros\u003C\/td\u003E\u003C\/tr\u003E\u003C\/tbody\u003E\u003C\/table\u003E\u003Cbr \/\u003EIt might seem like a simple decision, but deciding which room to decorate requires a lot of thought and consideration. I've made the mistake of rushing in and just wanting to get things done (\u003Ca href=\"http:\/\/www.ramblingrenovators.ca\/2008\/04\/98-done-o.html\" target=\"_blank\"\u003Ethis room\u003C\/a\u003E\u0026nbsp;was a prime example of that) and while I might have had a finished room at the end, it wasn't one that I truly loved or one that really met our needs after all.\u003Cbr \/\u003E\u003Cbr \/\u003EAs with most things, preparation is half the work. Take the time to consider your needs, budget, timeline, and skills and it'll be obvious which room you should decorate next.\u003Cbr \/\u003E\u003Cbr \/\u003E\u003Cbr \/\u003E***\u003Cbr \/\u003E\u003Ci\u003E\u003Cbr \/\u003E\u003C\/i\u003E\u003Ci\u003EI'd love to know if you found this first instalment in the How To Decorate series helpful. Let me know what your most burning decorating and renovation questions are and I'll address them in a future post. What stumbling blocks do you encounter, what keeps you from transforming your home into a place you love? Let me know in the comments below!\u003C\/i\u003E\u003Cbr \/\u003E\u003Cdiv\u003E\u003Cbr \/\u003E\u003C\/div\u003E\u003Cdiv style=\"text-align: center;\"\u003E\u003Ca href=\"http:\/\/1.bp.blogspot.com\/-aMV5v7GoZ4M\/XGCOajQM__I\/AAAAAAAAeG8\/H1V9eZLxbOAI6cyPABWfzrZBwXEV16Q1QCK4BGAYYCw\/s1600\/how%2Bto%2Bdecorate%2B%25282%2529.png\" imageanchor=\"1\"\u003E\u003Cimg alt=\"how to decorate, how to start decorating a room, how to interior design your house\" border=\"0\" src=\"https:\/\/1.bp.blogspot.com\/-aMV5v7GoZ4M\/XGCOajQM__I\/AAAAAAAAeG8\/H1V9eZLxbOAI6cyPABWfzrZBwXEV16Q1QCK4BGAYYCw\/s1600\/how%2Bto%2Bdecorate%2B%25282%2529.png\" title=\"how to decorate, how to start decorating a room, how to interior design your house\" width=\"700\" \/\u003E\u003C\/a\u003E\u003C\/div\u003E\u003Cbr \/\u003E"},"link":[{"rel":"replies","type":"application/atom+xml","href":"https:\/\/www.ramblingrenovators.ca\/feeds\/232813857883970791\/comments\/default","title":"Post Comments"},{"rel":"replies","type":"text/html","href":"https:\/\/www.ramblingrenovators.ca\/2019\/02\/how-to-decorate-how-to-start-decorating-a-room.html#comment-form","title":"0 Comments"},{"rel":"edit","type":"application/atom+xml","href":"https:\/\/www.blogger.com\/feeds\/5982626037063072560\/posts\/default\/232813857883970791"},{"rel":"self","type":"application/atom+xml","href":"https:\/\/www.blogger.com\/feeds\/5982626037063072560\/posts\/default\/232813857883970791"},{"rel":"alternate","type":"text/html","href":"https:\/\/www.ramblingrenovators.ca\/2019\/02\/how-to-decorate-how-to-start-decorating-a-room.html","title":"How To Decorate Series: How To Start Decorating a Room"}],"author":[{"name":{"$t":"Jen @ RamblingRenovators"},"uri":{"$t":"http:\/\/www.blogger.com\/profile\/18045745850049751098"},"email":{"$t":"noreply@blogger.com"},"gd$image":{"rel":"http://schemas.google.com/g/2005#thumbnail","width":"16","height":"16","src":"https:\/\/img1.blogblog.com\/img\/b16-rounded.gif"}}],"media$thumbnail":{"xmlns$media":"http://search.yahoo.com/mrss/","url":"https:\/\/1.bp.blogspot.com\/-SKMSVJC13bM\/XGBbQ-BXjfI\/AAAAAAAAeGw\/lu6GvQNgaqY6HeHz4rg64LMwk6cZ-hSNACK4BGAYYCw\/s72-c\/how%2Bto%2Bdecorate%2B%25281%2529.png","height":"72","width":"72"},"thr$total":{"$t":"0"}},{"id":{"$t":"tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-5982626037063072560.post-7038544275927809734"},"published":{"$t":"2019-02-04T07:00:00.000-05:00"},"updated":{"$t":"2019-02-04T17:35:18.475-05:00"},"category":[{"scheme":"http://www.blogger.com/atom/ns#","term":"decorating"},{"scheme":"http://www.blogger.com/atom/ns#","term":"inspiration and ideas"}],"title":{"type":"text","$t":"2019 Design Trends"},"content":{"type":"html","$t":"\u003Cdiv\u003EHooray, it's February! One thing I like about this time of year is how it feels like a time for renewal. We look at our homes with a brand new set of eyes and see things we might want to refresh and improve. Looking at upcoming trends is a way to inspire change. It might seem a little late to be doing a trends post but I wanted to ease into the year, collect my own observations, and think about how I would incorporate some of the trends I'm seeing into my own home. Here's my predictions for \u003Cb\u003E2019 Design Trends\u003C\/b\u003E.\u003Cbr \/\u003E\u003Cbr \/\u003E\u003C\/div\u003E\u003Ch3\u003ECitrus\u003C\/h3\u003EI included this in my last Love List, but I think citrus plants are the new greenery for hip homes. From real orange trees to \u003Ca href=\"https:\/\/rstyle.me\/n\/dfhgvvstf6\" target=\"_blank\"\u003Efaux lemon branches\u003C\/a\u003E, I've seen these pops of orange, lemon, and lime everywhere lately. Citrus accents are a great way to usher in warmer days and bring a lively spirit to your interiors.\u003Cbr \/\u003E\u003Cbr \/\u003E\u003Cdiv class=\"separator\" style=\"clear: both; text-align: center;\"\u003E\u003Ca href=\"https:\/\/3.bp.blogspot.com\/-_9tP-a0E3g0\/XFcdu8VDSRI\/AAAAAAAAeCQ\/nCIdCDVFolgsiiFFPRmCMo8hlQC5yYwjQCLcBGAs\/s1600\/2554101_penci_065.jpg\" imageanchor=\"1\" style=\"margin-left: 1em; margin-right: 1em;\"\u003E\u003Cimg alt=\"2019 home decor design trend, citrus accents in home decor, schumacher citrus garden wallpaper\" border=\"0\" data-original-height=\"1215\" data-original-width=\"810\" src=\"https:\/\/3.bp.blogspot.com\/-_9tP-a0E3g0\/XFcdu8VDSRI\/AAAAAAAAeCQ\/nCIdCDVFolgsiiFFPRmCMo8hlQC5yYwjQCLcBGAs\/s1600\/2554101_penci_065.jpg\" title=\"2019 home decor design trend, citrus accents in home decor, schumacher citrus garden wallpaper\" width-=\"\" \/\u003E\u003C\/a\u003E\u003C\/div\u003E\u003Cbr \/\u003EI love how Gen and Benjamin Sohr of Pencil \u0026amp; Paper Co. have used \u003Ca href=\"https:\/\/www.southernliving.com\/christmas\/decor\/colorful-christmas-pencil-paper-creative?slide=419137#419137\" target=\"_blank\"\u003ESchumacher's Citrus Garden wallpaper\u003C\/a\u003E in their powder room. Can you believe \u003Ca href=\"https:\/\/www.fschumacher.com\/item\/175760\" target=\"_blank\"\u003Ethis pattern\u003C\/a\u003E was created in 1947? If feels so modern and brings an unexpected hit of colour in this small room.\u003Cbr \/\u003E\u003Cbr \/\u003E\u003Ch4\u003E\u003Ci\u003EHow I would use citrus:\u003C\/i\u003E\u003C\/h4\u003EI'm terrible at keeping plants alive but I can't resist the idea of trying to grow a citrus tree indoors. I think a Meyer Lemon tree grown in this beautiful \u003Ca href=\"https:\/\/rstyle.me\/n\/dfhhhrstf6\" target=\"_blank\"\u003Elarge blue and white planter\u003C\/a\u003E (\u003Cb\u003E\u003Ci\u003E20% off with code WINTER\u003C\/i\u003E\u003C\/b\u003E) would be lovely.\u003Cbr \/\u003E\u003Cbr \/\u003E\u003Ctable align=\"center\" cellpadding=\"0\" cellspacing=\"0\" class=\"tr-caption-container\" style=\"margin-left: auto; margin-right: auto; text-align: center;\"\u003E\u003Ctbody\u003E\u003Ctr\u003E\u003Ctd style=\"text-align: center;\"\u003E\u003Ca href=\"https:\/\/4.bp.blogspot.com\/-CEUE1pGm0y0\/XFclK1hJgZI\/AAAAAAAAeCc\/dXanP3dxgicCLShrohl9KNLGDJ5tCyenQCLcBGAs\/s1600\/indoor_citrus_tree_01.jpeg\" imageanchor=\"1\" style=\"margin-left: auto; margin-right: auto;\"\u003E\u003Cimg alt=\"2019 home decor design trend, citrus accents in home decor, orange tree in blue and white ginger jar\" border=\"0\" data-original-height=\"700\" data-original-width=\"520\" src=\"https:\/\/4.bp.blogspot.com\/-CEUE1pGm0y0\/XFclK1hJgZI\/AAAAAAAAeCc\/dXanP3dxgicCLShrohl9KNLGDJ5tCyenQCLcBGAs\/s1600\/indoor_citrus_tree_01.jpeg\" title=\"2019 home decor design trend, citrus accents in home decor, orange tree in blue and white ginger jar\" \/\u003E\u003C\/a\u003E\u003C\/td\u003E\u003C\/tr\u003E\u003Ctr\u003E\u003Ctd class=\"tr-caption\" style=\"text-align: center;\"\u003EPhoto via \u003Ca href=\"https:\/\/www.onekingslane.com\/live-love-home\/learn-secrets-potting-indoor-citrus-tree\/\" target=\"_blank\"\u003EOne Kings Lane\u003C\/a\u003E\u003C\/td\u003E\u003C\/tr\u003E\u003C\/tbody\u003E\u003C\/table\u003E\u003Cbr \/\u003E\u003Ch3\u003E1970's Lounging\u003C\/h3\u003EI grew up in the 1970's and I have vivid memories of the furniture of that era. Jewel-toned velvet furniture. Barrel back chairs. Swivel armchairs. It seemed to me that my parents entertained guests in our home quite a bit and that kind of furniture just seemed right for lounging and conversation.\u003Cbr \/\u003E\u003Cbr \/\u003E\u003Ctable align=\"center\" cellpadding=\"0\" cellspacing=\"0\" class=\"tr-caption-container\" style=\"margin-left: auto; margin-right: auto; text-align: center;\"\u003E\u003Ctbody\u003E\u003Ctr\u003E\u003Ctd style=\"text-align: center;\"\u003E\u003Ca href=\"https:\/\/4.bp.blogspot.com\/-A_OGJQE5BWM\/XFdh8YqXb-I\/AAAAAAAAeCo\/HtVkRJdk100TDtZS0iy0nspRvx8axKlBwCLcBGAs\/s1600\/Perfect-round-sofa-for-home-library.jpg\" imageanchor=\"1\" style=\"margin-left: auto; margin-right: auto;\"\u003E\u003Cimg alt=\"2019 home decor design trend, rounded curved sofa, 1970's lounge furniture\" border=\"0\" data-original-height=\"925\" data-original-width=\"720\" src=\"https:\/\/4.bp.blogspot.com\/-A_OGJQE5BWM\/XFdh8YqXb-I\/AAAAAAAAeCo\/HtVkRJdk100TDtZS0iy0nspRvx8axKlBwCLcBGAs\/s1600\/Perfect-round-sofa-for-home-library.jpg\" title=\"2019 home decor design trend, rounded curved sofa, 1970's lounge furniture\" width=\"700\" \/\u003E\u003C\/a\u003E\u003C\/td\u003E\u003C\/tr\u003E\u003Ctr\u003E\u003Ctd class=\"tr-caption\" style=\"text-align: center;\"\u003ESource unknown\u003C\/td\u003E\u003C\/tr\u003E\u003C\/tbody\u003E\u003C\/table\u003E\u003Cbr \/\u003ECould you picture yourself hanging out in this library? I love the juxtaposition of the modern armchairs and the neoclassical sofa. The arrangement and the soft velvets seem so inviting. I find that the more digital the world becomes, the more we seek places to escape from the technology.\u003Cbr \/\u003E\u003Cbr \/\u003E\u003Ch4\u003E\u003Cb\u003E\u003Ci\u003EHow I would create a 1970's lounge vibe:\u003C\/i\u003E\u003C\/b\u003E\u003C\/h4\u003E\u003Cdiv\u003E\u003Cb\u003E\u003Ci\u003E\u003Cbr \/\u003E\u003C\/i\u003E\u003C\/b\u003E\u003C\/div\u003E\u003Ctable align=\"center\" cellpadding=\"0\" cellspacing=\"0\" class=\"tr-caption-container\" style=\"margin-left: auto; margin-right: auto; text-align: center;\"\u003E\u003Ctbody\u003E\u003Ctr\u003E\u003Ctd style=\"text-align: center;\"\u003E\u003Ca href=\"https:\/\/1.bp.blogspot.com\/-oXpY9ixuz5A\/XFdknENNcoI\/AAAAAAAAeC0\/K4LWLr5_pToh0xqbUuXx91pzGTLRQvPjgCLcBGAs\/s1600\/apt34-okl3.jpg\" imageanchor=\"1\" style=\"margin-left: auto; margin-right: auto;\"\u003E\u003Cimg alt=\"2019 home decor design trend, swivel armchair, 1970's lounge furniture\" border=\"0\" data-original-height=\"900\" data-original-width=\"600\" src=\"https:\/\/1.bp.blogspot.com\/-oXpY9ixuz5A\/XFdknENNcoI\/AAAAAAAAeC0\/K4LWLr5_pToh0xqbUuXx91pzGTLRQvPjgCLcBGAs\/s1600\/apt34-okl3.jpg\" title=\"2019 home decor design trend, swivel armchair, 1970's lounge furniture\" \/\u003E\u003C\/a\u003E\u003C\/td\u003E\u003C\/tr\u003E\u003Ctr\u003E\u003Ctd class=\"tr-caption\" style=\"text-align: center;\"\u003ESource: \u003Ca href=\"https:\/\/apartment34.com\/2016\/05\/how-to-solve-all-your-decorating-dilemmas\/\" target=\"_blank\"\u003EApartment 34\u003C\/a\u003E\u003C\/td\u003E\u003C\/tr\u003E\u003C\/tbody\u003E\u003C\/table\u003E\u003Cbr \/\u003EI have a spot in our basement just right for a pair of swivel armchairs. Swivel chairs are great to use in large open spaces when you have multiple views, say towards the fireplace or towards the TV. \u003Ca href=\"https:\/\/rstyle.me\/n\/dfhuq5stf6\" target=\"_blank\"\u003EThese chairs\u003C\/a\u003E, featuring a bold botanical print, would look good from all directions.\u003Cbr \/\u003E\u003Cbr \/\u003E\u003Ch3\u003ETraditional\u003C\/h3\u003EFarmhouse, bohemian, Scandinavian minimalism... I think it's time for a new decor style of the moment, don't you think? Traditional design is never out of style so it's almost wrong to call it a trend, but I think classic style will come to the forefront this year. Characterized by charming details, patterns, and more tailored shapes, traditional decor brings a sense of luxuriousness that's been missing from interiors over the last few years.\u003Cbr \/\u003E\u003Cbr \/\u003E\u003Ctable align=\"center\" cellpadding=\"0\" cellspacing=\"0\" class=\"tr-caption-container\" style=\"margin-left: auto; margin-right: auto; text-align: center;\"\u003E\u003Ctbody\u003E\u003Ctr\u003E\u003Ctd style=\"text-align: center;\"\u003E\u003Ca href=\"https:\/\/3.bp.blogspot.com\/-Yu1QmONMh84\/XFdqT3rOoTI\/AAAAAAAAeDA\/Jqg7VHs77o4VkT5sTfKcAs7y1ZYCjPwagCLcBGAs\/s1600\/1.jpg\" imageanchor=\"1\" style=\"margin-left: auto; margin-right: auto;\"\u003E\u003Cimg alt=\"2019 home decor design trend, traditional design\" border=\"0\" data-original-height=\"1128\" data-original-width=\"1600\" src=\"https:\/\/3.bp.blogspot.com\/-Yu1QmONMh84\/XFdqT3rOoTI\/AAAAAAAAeDA\/Jqg7VHs77o4VkT5sTfKcAs7y1ZYCjPwagCLcBGAs\/s1600\/1.jpg\" title=\"2019 home decor design trend, traditional design\" width=\"700\" \/\u003E\u003C\/a\u003E\u003C\/td\u003E\u003C\/tr\u003E\u003Ctr\u003E\u003Ctd class=\"tr-caption\" style=\"text-align: center;\"\u003EDesign by \u003Ca href=\"http:\/\/www.ashleywhittakerdesign.com\/folio11.html\" target=\"_blank\"\u003EAshley Whittaker\u003C\/a\u003E\u003C\/td\u003E\u003C\/tr\u003E\u003C\/tbody\u003E\u003C\/table\u003E\u003Cbr \/\u003E\u003Ch4\u003E\u003Ci\u003E\u003Cb\u003EHow I would use traditional design:\u003C\/b\u003E\u003C\/i\u003E\u003C\/h4\u003EThere's no mistaking that I already lean towards the classics. The use of mouldings throughout our home and furniture like our \u003Ca href=\"http:\/\/www.ramblingrenovators.ca\/2017\/05\/one-room-challenge-preppy-traditional-living-room.html\" target=\"_blank\"\u003EEnglish roll arm sofa\u003C\/a\u003E\u0026nbsp;showcase our traditional style. With the big design moves already in place, I'm going to embrace traditional style even more through the small details. \u003Ca href=\"https:\/\/rstyle.me\/n\/dfhw4wstf6\" target=\"_blank\"\u003EClassic embroidered sheets\u003C\/a\u003E, accent pillows with trim details, a \u003Ca href=\"https:\/\/rstyle.me\/n\/dfhw8cstf6\" target=\"_blank\"\u003Efloral ceramic stool\u003C\/a\u003E\u0026nbsp;with a Chinoiserie feel... I'll be looking for opportunities to bring elegant accents into our home.\u003Cbr \/\u003E\u003Cbr \/\u003E\u003Ch3\u003EMatte Finishes\u003C\/h3\u003EBrass finishes and shiny gold and copper hues have been popular for quite some time and while I don't think they'll disappear, I think we're starting to see a shift towards more matte finishes. The same goes for surfaces in general... in paint, there's a movement away from semi-gloss sheens to eggshell and matte finishes, even on trimwork. Kitchen appliances have jumped on the trend too with black matte refrigerators and dishwashers entering the market and challenging the reign of stainless steel.\u003Cbr \/\u003E\u003Cbr \/\u003E\u003Ctable align=\"center\" cellpadding=\"0\" cellspacing=\"0\" class=\"tr-caption-container\" style=\"margin-left: auto; margin-right: auto; text-align: center;\"\u003E\u003Ctbody\u003E\u003Ctr\u003E\u003Ctd style=\"text-align: center;\"\u003E\u003Ca href=\"https:\/\/1.bp.blogspot.com\/-XRzhK_-cWo4\/XFeCIPzq4II\/AAAAAAAAeDM\/TVororbdVF4KFA7T0A7nqopre-mLfaGyQCLcBGAs\/s1600\/hb-matte-black-kitchen-ge-fridge-jpg-1533236919.jpg\" imageanchor=\"1\" style=\"margin-left: auto; margin-right: auto;\"\u003E\u003Cimg alt=\"2019 home decor design trend, matte finishes, matte black appliances\" border=\"0\" data-original-height=\"850\" data-original-width=\"640\" src=\"https:\/\/1.bp.blogspot.com\/-XRzhK_-cWo4\/XFeCIPzq4II\/AAAAAAAAeDM\/TVororbdVF4KFA7T0A7nqopre-mLfaGyQCLcBGAs\/s1600\/hb-matte-black-kitchen-ge-fridge-jpg-1533236919.jpg\" title=\"2019 home decor design trend, matte finishes, matte black appliances\" \/\u003E\u003C\/a\u003E\u003C\/td\u003E\u003C\/tr\u003E\u003Ctr\u003E\u003Ctd class=\"tr-caption\" style=\"text-align: center;\"\u003ESource: \u003Ca href=\"https:\/\/www.elledecor.com\/shopping\/a22630272\/ge-matte-white-kitchen-line-cafe-collection\/\" target=\"_blank\"\u003EElle Decor\u003C\/a\u003E\u003C\/td\u003E\u003C\/tr\u003E\u003C\/tbody\u003E\u003C\/table\u003E\u003Cbr \/\u003EMatte finishes provide a unique tactile, sensory experience. The matte black faucet we i\u003Ca href=\"http:\/\/www.ramblingrenovators.ca\/2017\/08\/a-cottage-bathroom-redone.html\" target=\"_blank\"\u003Enstalled in our cottage bathroom\u003C\/a\u003E\u0026nbsp;really elevates the simple act of washing your hands. I love that when you see an object in a matte finish, you're drawn to touching it.\u003Cbr \/\u003E\u003Cbr \/\u003E\u003Ch4\u003E\u003Cb\u003E\u003Ci\u003EHow I would use matte finishes:\u003C\/i\u003E\u003C\/b\u003E\u003C\/h4\u003E\u003Cdiv class=\"separator\" style=\"clear: both; text-align: center;\"\u003E\u003Ca href=\"https:\/\/1.bp.blogspot.com\/-2tzGe60bVBc\/XFeLP-9MKjI\/AAAAAAAAeDk\/rxQZ0KJkCPckmw3D5ph_RimMdCqfeaLbwCLcBGAs\/s1600\/lighter_aa0b1cb7-c0c3-4ef6-95ea-fe37dd6af251_1200x.jpg\" imageanchor=\"1\" style=\"margin-left: 1em; margin-right: 1em;\"\u003E\u003Cimg alt=\"2019 home decor design trend, matte finishes, Jolie Home matte paint\" border=\"0\" data-original-height=\"650\" data-original-width=\"650\" src=\"https:\/\/1.bp.blogspot.com\/-2tzGe60bVBc\/XFeLP-9MKjI\/AAAAAAAAeDk\/rxQZ0KJkCPckmw3D5ph_RimMdCqfeaLbwCLcBGAs\/s1600\/lighter_aa0b1cb7-c0c3-4ef6-95ea-fe37dd6af251_1200x.jpg\" title=\"2019 home decor design trend, matte finishes, Jolie Home matte paint\" \/\u003E\u003C\/a\u003E\u003C\/div\u003E\u003Cdiv class=\"separator\" style=\"clear: both; text-align: center;\"\u003E\u003C\/div\u003E\u003Cbr \/\u003E\u003Cbr \/\u003EI recently went to a preview for \u003Ca href=\"https:\/\/joliehome.com\/\" target=\"_blank\"\u003EJolie Home\u003C\/a\u003E and I was intrigued by their matte paint. I'm on the lookout for a secondhand dresser that we can update for Chloe's tween bedroom. Matte paint has a way of bringing out the details and lines of furniture beautifully.\u003Cbr \/\u003E\u003Cbr \/\u003E\u003Cdiv class=\"separator\" style=\"clear: both; text-align: center;\"\u003E\u003C\/div\u003E\u003Ctable align=\"center\" cellpadding=\"0\" cellspacing=\"0\" class=\"tr-caption-container\" style=\"margin-left: auto; margin-right: auto; text-align: center;\"\u003E\u003Ctbody\u003E\u003Ctr\u003E\u003Ctd style=\"text-align: center;\"\u003E\u003Ca href=\"https:\/\/3.bp.blogspot.com\/-sjugg7eXH8Y\/XFeNy0Wmi8I\/AAAAAAAAeD4\/10SNwzzF58Am5JSDCrwsf9qc5P-8P9vpgCLcBGAs\/s1600\/studiomcgee_holidayshop_047_f5a6d7d4-ee54-4cce-8e3c-9784b25ae2d8_960x960.jpg\" imageanchor=\"1\" style=\"margin-left: auto; margin-right: auto;\"\u003E\u003Cimg alt=\"2019 home decor design trend, matte finishes, McGee \u0026amp; Co plant pot\" border=\"0\" data-original-height=\"960\" data-original-width=\"766\" src=\"https:\/\/3.bp.blogspot.com\/-sjugg7eXH8Y\/XFeNy0Wmi8I\/AAAAAAAAeD4\/10SNwzzF58Am5JSDCrwsf9qc5P-8P9vpgCLcBGAs\/s1600\/studiomcgee_holidayshop_047_f5a6d7d4-ee54-4cce-8e3c-9784b25ae2d8_960x960.jpg\" title=\"2019 home decor design trend, matte finishes, McGee \u0026amp; Co plant pot\" \/\u003E\u003C\/a\u003E\u003C\/td\u003E\u003C\/tr\u003E\u003Ctr\u003E\u003Ctd class=\"tr-caption\" style=\"text-align: center;\"\u003ESource: \u003Ca href=\"https:\/\/rstyle.me\/n\/dfh2scstf6\" target=\"_blank\"\u003EMcGee \u0026amp; Co\u003C\/a\u003E\u003C\/td\u003E\u003C\/tr\u003E\u003C\/tbody\u003E\u003C\/table\u003E\u003Cbr \/\u003E\u003Ca href=\"https:\/\/rstyle.me\/n\/dfh2scstf6\" target=\"_blank\"\u003ECeramics in a flat finish\u003C\/a\u003E are another way to bring this trend into your home. These matte blue pots contrast nicely with the organic feel of the ferns.\u003Cbr \/\u003E\u003Cbr \/\u003EWhat do you think of these trends? Do you think you'll incorporate any of them into your decor?\u003Cbr \/\u003E\u003Cbr \/\u003E\u003Cdiv class=\"separator\" style=\"clear: both; text-align: center;\"\u003E\u003Ca href=\"https:\/\/3.bp.blogspot.com\/-uw0yQEXeKJI\/XFi97QwmoII\/AAAAAAAAeEQ\/mBx7aiAWijg5ws4gXhLgKx6eeqm1jYg3wCLcBGAs\/s1600\/Pinterest%2BImages%2B%252829%2529.png\" imageanchor=\"1\" style=\"margin-left: 1em; margin-right: 1em;\"\u003E\u003Cimg alt=\"2019 home decor design trends, matte appliances, rounded sofa, citrus interior\" border=\"0\" data-original-height=\"1102\" data-original-width=\"735\" src=\"https:\/\/3.bp.blogspot.com\/-uw0yQEXeKJI\/XFi97QwmoII\/AAAAAAAAeEQ\/mBx7aiAWijg5ws4gXhLgKx6eeqm1jYg3wCLcBGAs\/s1600\/Pinterest%2BImages%2B%252829%2529.png\" title=\"2019 home decor design trends, matte appliances, rounded sofa, citrus interior\" width=\"700\" \/\u003E\u003C\/a\u003E\u003C\/div\u003E\u003Cbr \/\u003E"},"link":[{"rel":"replies","type":"application/atom+xml","href":"https:\/\/www.ramblingrenovators.ca\/feeds\/7038544275927809734\/comments\/default","title":"Post Comments"},{"rel":"replies","type":"text/html","href":"https:\/\/www.ramblingrenovators.ca\/2019\/02\/2019-design-trends-citrus-traditional-matte.html#comment-form","title":"0 Comments"},{"rel":"edit","type":"application/atom+xml","href":"https:\/\/www.blogger.com\/feeds\/5982626037063072560\/posts\/default\/7038544275927809734"},{"rel":"self","type":"application/atom+xml","href":"https:\/\/www.blogger.com\/feeds\/5982626037063072560\/posts\/default\/7038544275927809734"},{"rel":"alternate","type":"text/html","href":"https:\/\/www.ramblingrenovators.ca\/2019\/02\/2019-design-trends-citrus-traditional-matte.html","title":"2019 Design Trends"}],"author":[{"name":{"$t":"Jen @ RamblingRenovators"},"uri":{"$t":"http:\/\/www.blogger.com\/profile\/18045745850049751098"},"email":{"$t":"noreply@blogger.com"},"gd$image":{"rel":"http://schemas.google.com/g/2005#thumbnail","width":"16","height":"16","src":"https:\/\/img1.blogblog.com\/img\/b16-rounded.gif"}}],"media$thumbnail":{"xmlns$media":"http://search.yahoo.com/mrss/","url":"https:\/\/3.bp.blogspot.com\/-_9tP-a0E3g0\/XFcdu8VDSRI\/AAAAAAAAeCQ\/nCIdCDVFolgsiiFFPRmCMo8hlQC5yYwjQCLcBGAs\/s72-c\/2554101_penci_065.jpg","height":"72","width":"72"},"thr$total":{"$t":"0"}},{"id":{"$t":"tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-5982626037063072560.post-8129943594941139954"},"published":{"$t":"2018-12-11T07:00:00.000-05:00"},"updated":{"$t":"2018-12-11T07:00:00.884-05:00"},"category":[{"scheme":"http://www.blogger.com/atom/ns#","term":"inspiration and ideas"},{"scheme":"http://www.blogger.com/atom/ns#","term":"shop the look"}],"title":{"type":"text","$t":"The Most Popular Home Decor Furniture and Accessories In My Home"},"content":{"type":"html","$t":"\u003Cdiv\u003EI've just about finished my Christmas shopping (I've never been done so early!!) but I can't quite stop myself from shopping the online sales. I've got plans to redo a few more rooms in our house in the new year like Chloe's bedroom and the powder room so I've got my eye out for a few specific items. It's a fantastic time to get deals, so why not shop?\u003C\/div\u003E\u003Cbr \/\u003ESpeaking of deals, \u003Cb\u003Equite a few of the most popular home decor furniture and accessories in my home are on sale\u003C\/b\u003E. These are the products and home goods that readers and followers ask me about again and again. I wouldn't hesitate to recommend any of these items. They've proven to be stylish and reliable and have stood up to the demands of family life.\u003Cbr \/\u003E\u003Cbr \/\u003E\u003Ci\u003E\u003Cspan style=\"font-size: x-small;\"\u003ENote: this post contains affiliate links. Prices quoted are in USD\u003C\/span\u003E\u003C\/i\u003E.\u003Cbr \/\u003E\u003Cbr \/\u003E\u003Cdiv class=\"separator\" style=\"clear: both; text-align: center;\"\u003E\u003Ca href=\"https:\/\/2.bp.blogspot.com\/-jH9nuXksPak\/XA8zkgx_tiI\/AAAAAAAAdws\/X-pi82MYzJU-Iuxomr7n30mGcjOzU39HgCLcBGAs\/s1600\/most-popular-items.001.jpeg\" imageanchor=\"1\" style=\"margin-left: 1em; margin-right: 1em;\"\u003E\u003Cimg alt=\"popular home decor furniture and accessories for classic preppy traditional style\" border=\"0\" data-original-height=\"1600\" data-original-width=\"800\" src=\"https:\/\/2.bp.blogspot.com\/-jH9nuXksPak\/XA8zkgx_tiI\/AAAAAAAAdws\/X-pi82MYzJU-Iuxomr7n30mGcjOzU39HgCLcBGAs\/s1600\/most-popular-items.001.jpeg\" title=\"popular home decor furniture and accessories for classic preppy traditional style\" width=\"700\" \/\u003E\u003C\/a\u003E\u003C\/div\u003E\u003Cbr \/\u003E\u003Cdiv style=\"text-align: center;\"\u003E\u003Ca href=\"https:\/\/rstyle.me\/n\/dbsemnstf6\" target=\"_blank\"\u003E1. Shield Mirror\u003C\/a\u003E\u003C\/div\u003E\u003Cdiv style=\"text-align: center;\"\u003E\u003Ca href=\"https:\/\/rstyle.me\/n\/c9bpvtstf6\" target=\"_blank\"\u003E2. Chevron fireplace screen\u003C\/a\u003E\u003C\/div\u003E\u003Cdiv style=\"text-align: center;\"\u003E\u003Ca href=\"https:\/\/rstyle.me\/n\/c9bpg5stf6\" target=\"_blank\"\u003E3. Scallop pendant\u003C\/a\u003E\u003C\/div\u003E\u003Cdiv style=\"text-align: center;\"\u003E\u003Ca href=\"https:\/\/rstyle.me\/n\/da8daxstf6\" target=\"_blank\"\u003E4. Tufted bench\u003C\/a\u003E\u003C\/div\u003E\u003Cdiv style=\"text-align: center;\"\u003E\u003Ca href=\"https:\/\/rstyle.me\/n\/c9bpd8stf6\" target=\"_blank\"\u003E5. Accent tabl\u003C\/a\u003Ee\u003C\/div\u003E\u003Cdiv style=\"text-align: center;\"\u003E\u003Ca href=\"https:\/\/rstyle.me\/~a4RQD\" target=\"_blank\"\u003E6. Queen sleeper sofa\u003C\/a\u003E\u003C\/div\u003E\u003Cdiv style=\"text-align: center;\"\u003E\u003Ca href=\"https:\/\/rstyle.me\/n\/ddcqatstf6\" target=\"_blank\"\u003E7. Painted nightstand\u003C\/a\u003E\u003C\/div\u003E\u003Cdiv style=\"text-align: center;\"\u003E\u003Ca href=\"https:\/\/rstyle.me\/n\/c4yj9mstf6\" target=\"_blank\"\u003E8. Large ginger jar\u003C\/a\u003E\u003C\/div\u003E\u003Cdiv style=\"text-align: center;\"\u003E\u003Ca href=\"https:\/\/rstyle.me\/n\/c5aj7gstf6\" target=\"_blank\"\u003E9. Swing arm light\u003C\/a\u003E\u003C\/div\u003E\u003Cdiv style=\"text-align: center;\"\u003E\u003Ca href=\"https:\/\/rstyle.me\/n\/c929rnstf6\" target=\"_blank\"\u003E10. Bistro chair\u003C\/a\u003E\u003C\/div\u003E\u003Cdiv style=\"text-align: center;\"\u003E\u003Ca href=\"https:\/\/rstyle.me\/n\/dc3eb5stf6\" target=\"_blank\"\u003E11. Federal mirror\u003C\/a\u003E\u003C\/div\u003E\u003Cdiv style=\"text-align: center;\"\u003E\u003Ca href=\"https:\/\/rstyle.me\/n\/cydv8jstf6\" target=\"_blank\"\u003E12. Blue desk\u003C\/a\u003E\u003C\/div\u003E\u003Cdiv style=\"text-align: center;\"\u003E\u003Ca href=\"https:\/\/rstyle.me\/n\/c89pe4stf6\" target=\"_blank\"\u003E13. Herringbone rug\u003C\/a\u003E\u003C\/div\u003E\u003Cdiv style=\"text-align: center;\"\u003E\u003Cbr \/\u003E\u003C\/div\u003E\u003Cdiv style=\"text-align: left;\"\u003EDo you have any renovating or decorating plans for next year? What are you shopping for?\u003C\/div\u003E"},"link":[{"rel":"replies","type":"application/atom+xml","href":"https:\/\/www.ramblingrenovators.ca\/feeds\/8129943594941139954\/comments\/default","title":"Post Comments"},{"rel":"replies","type":"text/html","href":"https:\/\/www.ramblingrenovators.ca\/2018\/12\/the-most-popular-home-decor-furniture.html#comment-form","title":"0 Comments"},{"rel":"edit","type":"application/atom+xml","href":"https:\/\/www.blogger.com\/feeds\/5982626037063072560\/posts\/default\/8129943594941139954"},{"rel":"self","type":"application/atom+xml","href":"https:\/\/www.blogger.com\/feeds\/5982626037063072560\/posts\/default\/8129943594941139954"},{"rel":"alternate","type":"text/html","href":"https:\/\/www.ramblingrenovators.ca\/2018\/12\/the-most-popular-home-decor-furniture.html","title":"The Most Popular Home Decor Furniture and Accessories In My Home"}],"author":[{"name":{"$t":"Jen @ RamblingRenovators"},"uri":{"$t":"http:\/\/www.blogger.com\/profile\/18045745850049751098"},"email":{"$t":"noreply@blogger.com"},"gd$image":{"rel":"http://schemas.google.com/g/2005#thumbnail","width":"16","height":"16","src":"https:\/\/img1.blogblog.com\/img\/b16-rounded.gif"}}],"media$thumbnail":{"xmlns$media":"http://search.yahoo.com/mrss/","url":"https:\/\/2.bp.blogspot.com\/-jH9nuXksPak\/XA8zkgx_tiI\/AAAAAAAAdws\/X-pi82MYzJU-Iuxomr7n30mGcjOzU39HgCLcBGAs\/s72-c\/most-popular-items.001.jpeg","height":"72","width":"72"},"thr$total":{"$t":"0"}}]}});