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Have you seen the new February issue of House Beautiful? It's pages are packed with great design tips for the New Year and a plethora of inspiring interiors to peruse. I especially love their practical and budget friendly "101 decorating Makeovers – small changes that make a big difference" feature and have shared a few of my favorite tips below:
#38
Paint the inside of your kitchen cabinets a color
that sets off your dishes and glasses. Everything will
look cleaner and more finished.
(try this with your dining room hutch too)
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#35
Buy a big modern shallow bowl, fill
it with photos, & put it on your coffee table.
An instant conversation starter.
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#88
Hang a mirror in your outdoor room.
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#31
Pull apart a big inexpensive mixed bouquet
from the supermarket. Group similar flowers and put
them in small vases. You'll have some for every room.
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#94
Rearrange your fireplace mantel. Instead of one
candlestick at each end, mass lots of them on one side.
Remember: Odd numbers make the best arrangements.
The issue includes many, many quick & simple ideas that can instantly transform a room. We'd love to know...what's the simplest makeover you ever did that made the biggest impact?Photo sources
Top Photo:
S.HOPtalkOther Photos:
Domino