5 Ways to Get This Look:  Spring Living Room

5 Ways to Get This Look: Spring Living Room

I spotted this lovely living room at House of Turquoise, and it just seemed to embody the fresh, airy feeling of Spring.  The living room that caught my eye looks so light and cool with it’s combination of washed out sun yellow and sky blue.  I definitely love the custom woodwork (that window seat!) and the eclectic blend of furnishings.  I’m happy to say that if you want a room like this, you can have it!  I’ve collected tutorials for projects that can help you copy some of the fun design elements of this room and put them in your own house.  Enjoy!

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5 Ways to Get This Look:  Simple Living Room

5 Ways to Get This Look: Simple Living Room

So, this week’s “Get the Look for Less” post comes by way of an unusual source:  Instagram!  Camille Roskelley is an amazing fabric designer and talented quilter who  posted a few changes to her living room on Instagram.   I was struck with the beautiful simplicity of this room.  If you want to DIY a similar look, I’ve found some terrific tutorials for you.  Read on to learn 5 Ways to Get a Simple Living Room.Camille Roskelley Simple Living Room with text

 

5 Ways to Get this Look:  Aqua and Yellow Living Room

5 Ways to Get this Look: Aqua and Yellow Living Room

Hiya Papaya shared pictures of a really pretty house in the Utah Parade of Homes, designed and built by  Lindy Allen of Four Chairs Furniture and Cadence Homes….and I’m pretty much crushing on every room.  Especially this living room, which is such a perfect combination of a neutral pallet with bright pops of color.  Well, you’ll be happy to know I’ve done the leg work for you, and found five DIY projects that will help you achieve a look similar to the decor of this pretty room.  Enjoy!
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5 Ways to Get This Look: Summery Living Room

5 Ways to Get This Look: Summery Living Room

Ahhhh….summer is here at last!  I’ll be honest with you, though, in my part of the world that warm weather usually comes with humidity, so I’m as thankful for air conditioning as I can be.  Even in a climate controlled house, though, I really like our rooms to reflect the seasons.  While browsing Pinterest, I came across this gorgeous room that seemed like a perfect reflection of summer.  

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5 Ways to Get This Look: Formal Living Room

5 Ways to Get This Look: Formal Living Room

I like to keep the decor in my home fairly casual and kid-friendly, but I have to admit to dreaming just a little bit about rooms like this one.  I kinda love all that beautiful trim work, the eclectic yet elegant furnishings, and the fun punches of color.  This is a beautiful room that manages to look formal without feeling fussy or unapproachable.   I’m confident you can get this look for less.  Check out the DIY tutorials I found to replicate 5 elements of this room.

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