Tag Archives: decorating

I’m One Big Home Design Mistake

Nina CarboneJune 19, 2009 //

Nick Olsen, former Domino blogger and an assistant designer to the amazingness that is Miles Redd, came up with a list of first-timer decorating mistakes forThe Washington Post. Now, since I’ve painted and re-done my bedroom no less than four times over the past year, I considered myself to be over that beginner mistake hump. Ha, think again. As I went down his totally-helpful list, I realized that at one point in my life or another (and even right now, as I look up at a mirror hung horizontally over my couch) I’ve made every single one of the mistakes! Live and learn, I guess—but check his list out, it’s totally solid design advice! [The Washington Post] Keep reading »

DIY: Instant Art

Robyn MorenoFebruary 1, 2009 //

Looking to make your cell of an apartment a little less depressing without pissing off your crotchety landlord? Painting your blues away will also mean kissing your deposit good bye and those N’Sync posters are kind of unacceptable at this point. So what’s a budget-conscious girl to do?

Though the options outside of boy bands and large scale art are admittedly slim, check out Kate’s Paperie or Papyrus for vintage-looking wrapping paper sheets worthy of framing. Blown up maps and post cards, old school anatomy textbook images and embarrassing ’70s yearbook pictures are looking for a home at less than $4.50 a pop.

Slide the poster-sized sheets into cheap as hell frames from A.I. Friedman and just wait for your friends to jealously ask where you got your new art. Be sure to tell them it’s from a gallery in SoHo or Paris. Feeling just a tad superior is half the fun. Keep reading »

How To Buy Affordable Art

Robyn MorenoJanuary 25, 2009 //

So you can finally afford an “It” bag (though you loathe the term), a vacation to another continent, and a couch that doesn’t require assembly. So why pray tell do you still have that sappy Klimt poster hanging over your bed? It’s time to outfit your pad with some REAL art. I’m not suggesting you hit Christie’s just yet. But somewhere between Damien Hirst and DIY-nude’s is a bounty of gorgeous pieces perfect for poshifying your home. Read on to find works at every price point.. Keep reading »

The Frisky’s Top Five Favorite Home Decor Blogs

Catherine StrawnSeptember 17, 2008 //

I moved into my apartment six months ago. I have yet to hang a picture on the wall. I’m afraid of messing up! To get inspired and motivated, I’ve been reading home style blogs galore. If you’re experiencing home decorating anxiety like me, these fabulous five blogs will make you want to buy throw pillows, paint your bathroom, and — gulp — maybe even hang a picture on the wall.

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Crave: Super Homey Wall Stickers

Amelia McDonell-ParryJune 2, 2008 //

I love wallpaper, but I also like the idea of having a non-uniform image stuck to my wall rather than all one pattern assaulting my eyes. That’s why these stickers from Harmonie Interieure are so cool — with messages, patterns, and adorable quotes, your walls will get a much needed dose of oomph and you won’t get dizzy admiring it. [Prices Vary, via Charles And Marie] Keep reading »

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