Showing posts with label duvet cover sets. Show all posts
Showing posts with label duvet cover sets. Show all posts

Thursday, March 29, 2012

Interior Design Ideas for Balloon Week


I couldn't let Balloon Week pass by without diving in and finding some fabulous bedroom interior design ideas using balloons. I wasn't looking for balloons per say, as it's easy to tie bunches of balloons onto bed-frame to celebrate a birthday or special occasion.

I was looking for children's bedroom which used balloons as a theme and while I can across various wall stickers, balloon shaped light-shades, table lamps, duvet cover sets and childrens curtains I wanted to find something that would have longevity, style and a sense of fun.

Low and behold I stumbled across these wonderful balloon lights and you have to admit they have a mystical quality about them which makes them intoxicating to look at, especially against the blue night sky effect on the walls and ceiling. Due to their neutral colour they could be used for tots and teens alike with the bedroom being decorated in a variety of different ways.

I once remember seeing a hot air balloon's fabric being used as ceiling décor and thought that was cool but I have to admit these lights are superb! What better way to acknowledge Balloon Week – but if I'm totally honest I don't really know what Balloon Week is all about – some further investigation and research needed!

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Monday, March 12, 2012

Stylish Window Treatments for Spring: Warm Yellows


At long last Spring seems to have arrived and despite the hose-pipe ban being enforced in many parts of the country, we all know that warm summer days are on their way. Warm yellows are the ideal colour for Spring – typically associated with daffodils – yellow brings a natural warmth to our homes and offers a sunny disposition to any room in your home.

It's easy to add flashes of warm yellow to your rooms using soft furnishings and window dressings. Cheap curtains in yellow will add a Spring like feel to your rooms and see you right through this season and into the next. Other simple yellow additions could include kitchen blinds, duvet cover sets, cushions and throws.

Although we might think yellow a little passé and even old fashioned, it's a superb accent colour and can be used in conjunction with a multitude of other colours, from black to white and virtually every colour in between; so don't pass the opportunity of bringing a fresh Spring look to your home it can work wonders in perking up your home and bringing a smile to your face!

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Tuesday, January 24, 2012

2012 Interior Design Trends: Chinese Year of the Dragon


This year is the year of the dragon and not just any dragon, The Black Water Dragon to be exact. For those who have their homes organised and live by Feng Shui will love bringing soft golds teamed with black, blues and greens into their homes this year. Obviously the element of water is to be included along with wood and earth.

Integrate gold stripes into your home on duvet cover sets, bed throws and cheap cushions to team with black and blues to create a rich and interesting colour palette in the bedroom. Don't forget to abide by the rules of Feng Shui when deciding where furniture and furnishings should be placed within a bedroom.

The soft golden hues will bring warmth to your home and while earth is represented by rich earthy colours these can also incorporate the natural tones and colours of wood, making browns and greens ideal colours to blend with gold if you don't like black.

In bathrooms accessories of seashells and fish will be more than acceptable, while living rooms could include black dragon images or ceramic figurines. Just because it's the year of the dragon doesn't mean you have to go mysterious and mystical – take your inspiration from the Chinese and have a Happy & Prosperous Year of the Black Water Dragon.

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Wednesday, December 21, 2011

Spruce Up Your Interior For Christmas – Kid's Rooms


I couldn't leave out kid's rooms – especially at Christmas! You'll find that the great thing about soft furnishings like curtains, beddings and rugs is that these come in a dizzying array of designs spanning everything from under the sea to outer space. Kids and their parents then have plenty of selections to choose from that will suit the formers' interests and preferences in room décor. In short, anything goes.

There's no need to purchase new pieces of furniture like a bed, tables and chairs, wardrobes and storage shelves. Simply changing the soft furnishings in the room gives the area a new look although you may also want to apply a fresh coat of paint to the walls.

Parents and kids can choose from numerous themes most of which come in complete sets from childrens curtains to the rugs and from the duvet cover sets to pillowcases. If your desired theme does not come in a set, I suggest improvising. For example, buy fabric with TV character prints, cut a few figures and then pin (use safety pins) onto the curtains for a Christmas theme which is special for you child – these can easily be removed in the New Year.

If you don't want to be woken at the crack of dawn on Christmas Day, or any other day for that matter blackout curtains are always worth considering for kids rooms!

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Wednesday, November 9, 2011

Interior Design Winter Warmers: Bed Throws


Let's turn our attention to bedrooms and look at cost-effective ways to add warmth. Bed throws have to be the easiest winter warmer when it comes to bedding. Look out for the latest faux fur styles which are soothingly tactile and a great way to keep warm.

Use your usual duvet covers sets and as they name suggests, simply throw an additional layer over the top. Opt for extra large bed throws, one size bigger than your bed , for example if you have a standard 4' 6” double bed then use a king size bed throw. This will allow for plenty of overspill with the throw and help stop cool areas arising – this idea is also great for those who have to fight for their fair share of the duvet each night!

Many bed throws are available in a wide range of sizes, so there's no need to scrimp on size to get the style, pattern and colour you want. Look out for coordinating scatter cushions in faux fur to give your bed a very warm and inviting look this winter. If your feet are always cold neatly fold a bedding blanket across the foot of your bed or resort to the humble hot water bottle to keep your feet toasty warm!

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Wednesday, September 14, 2011

A Brief Look at Feng Shui Interior Design 2: Balancing Yang & Yin


Traditional cures for balancing the yang and yin of a space are simple items of crystal and mirrors. It is easy for a poison arrow to find a space to penetrate where two walls meet and form a corner. This could be a bed, a computer desk or a favourite reading spot. Hang a 30 to 40mm crystal on a nine-inch red string from the ceiling and right in front of the corner.

The symbol for Yin & Yang are depicted in black and white, representing male and female. You don't have to have a black and white bedroom to use Feng Shui, however crisp white super king bedding or duvet cover sets in white will give your bedroom a fresh, clean look.

Try these tips to see if you can feel the difference in the scope of your home and your attitude toward life. You can then look forward to decorating your new enlightened space with furnishings that will make a world of difference.

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Tuesday, September 6, 2011

Interior Design Week-end Projects 4: Illuminating Dark Rooms


Direct lighting can address areas where projects require a little more illumination. This is where decorative lamps and task lighting can offer as much light as required depending on the job. Even in a naturally lighted room, task lighting is necessary for direct lighting but cannot act alone in bringing even lighting into a dark room.

A good plan in covering every aspect of a dark room is needed before drilling holes and purchasing fixtures. The style of the room is also important in deciding on ambient lighting. If you are planning on extra accent lighting in a specific area, be careful not to flood too much light through track lighting. If you are unsure just where to begin with recessed lighting, start with the size of your room and the size of the cans. For a low ceiling in a 10' X 10' room, 3" 50-watt fixtures placed at 3' intervals is adequate. Larger rooms with high ceilings can contain up to 6" 50-watt fixtures placed at 6' intervals.

You should also opt for light décor and accessories. Bright net curtains, voiles or vertical blinds will give you privacy without restricting too much light. Look for light coloured duvet sets in bedrooms to help lift the room and give the illusion of more light and space. Don't forget to use mirrors to help bounce light around a dark room.

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Wednesday, August 31, 2011

Interior Design Week-end projects 3: Use Plants



Nothing says tropical more than tropical plants. The most well known tropical plant is in fact the Arecaceae, more commonly known as the palm tree. There are in fact many thousands of different varieties, such as the well recognised coconut palm or date palm. However for indoors you may wish to consider much smaller varieties - of which there are also many. In fact there are a number that do not grow beyond five feet, ideal for indoor use.



In addition, rich brown leathers are very commonplace, as are other animal designed fabrics. Leopard spotted fabric can often look cheap and tacky, however, when combined with a tropical feel it eases in very nicely and actually looks much more refined . The same is true for zebra stripes and the like. You still need to be careful not to use too much of it, but small areas such as on cushions or floor rugs is ideal.



Plants come in all shades of green, and you will find that using contrasting shades will help you room look elegant and modern. In order to make the perfect green coloured bedroom, you will need the majority of the room to be a light, pale green. You will, however, need to have a few items of dark green in the room, such as a number of plants or dark green highlights on the patterns of the wall and duvet cover sets. Complete the green theme with dark brown or grey furniture and you will have the modern décor of class nature.

Monday, August 15, 2011

Interior Design Ideas for Trendy Teen Rooms


Adding bright, cool colours to a teens bedroom does not have to be gaudy and overbearing to the rest of the house but can actually compliment it. Furthermore, by listening to your teenager and discovering what their favourite colours are plus interests and ambitions, a haven for expression and creativity can be theirs.

Hanging ceiling lights can add a modern look with dangling chrome, paper-mache or glass fixtures. Make sure that they are placed close to walls, possibly hanging over a night-stand. Task lighting on the work desk comes in many attractive styles. A white goose-neck table lamp is a good choice for being able to redirect light to critical areas.

Duvet cover sets in cool colours are also easy to coordinate with the décor and style. Don't forget to have spare sets available for when friends stay over unexpectedly!

Leave the wall space open for a while and let your teen suggest a subject of interest after having a chance to reach their comfort zone. You may be surprised to find that your growing child has an interest in astrology, swimming, art, or a host of other subjects that you were never aware of. Complete the room with framed pictures of interest. Now your teens cool room is complete.

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