Friday, August 7, 2015

Add Country Accessories To Your Home Decor

by Towne Home Furnishings




Country Style Bedroom:
Whether your style is casual or refined, adding a Country style to your bedroom will create a warm and inviting space. Finally! You can retire to a bedroom that says cozy! One might ask how can I achieve this look? Get inspired with these Country bedroom essentials:

First and foremost, nothing says country like beautiful wood textures. There is something about natural elements that implies a soothing environment.  From reclaimed wood to smooth finishes, your choice of bedroom furniture should reflect your personality – edgy and slightly daring or toned down and timeless. A Country style bedroom set also typically includes dark metal hardware. As for the bedroom accents, since the furniture is quite neutral, have fun with adding a little pop of color to your pieces.





Country Living Room:
Homeowners, fashion a stay-awhile living room with a melting pot of country style designs! Perhaps the most sought after trends in a living room lean toward the French Country and Rustic styles. The ever so beautiful slipcovered sofa is both elegant and cozy. As for the country-looking sofa with a rustic edge, aim for an upholstered sofa with a nailhead trim.



Country Living Decor:
Tap into your inner Country girl or boy to decorate your home with stylish and practical accessories. Just think, if you were handed a fully furnished country house, which staple decorative pieces would you include to make it a home? To help you get inspired, here is a nugget of information. It seems that Country Living is regarded as the “simple life”. Perhaps most, if not all items in this type of home are not mass produced. Items are handmade, passed down as heirlooms and used for practical purposes. How do we mesh this information with modern day style? Here are some thrifty and functional ideas:

Use mason jars and tuck flowers in them to create a casual style or use them for organizational purposes.
Other country-infused ideas include the use of open shelves and neutral-toned basket to organize your pieces. The key is to avoid clutter.
As mentioned previously, heirlooms seem to play a significant role. Use country collectibles to tie in the idea of items being passed down.



Benches & Hall Trees:
Another must-have is the use of benches or halls trees. They are typically seen in an entrance, a hallway or in a mudroom. A bench is useful for putting or removing shoes and for additional storage below. As for the hall tree, this piece is a hallmark for mudrooms. It is useful to hang coats, for storage or for seating when putting/removing shoes. Although it can also be placed in an entrance, if space permits it, the hall tree will add charm wherever it is featured.

Country Style Color Palette:

When it comes to the Country style color palette, the range of colors includes neutral tones of brown and beige. However, it is not unusual to see other toned down colors such as white, blue or green.  Often, these colors are used for accent pieces and show signs of distressing to give them a vintage look. How quaint!



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Tuesday, August 4, 2015

TIPS ON HOW TO MIX PATTERNS IN THE DINING ROOM

by Towne Home Furnishings




Mix It Up

We’ve all seen children who have dressed themselves in a jumble of colors and patterns. Cute as it is on a kid, the look doesn’t work for adults—and it certainly doesn’t work in home decor. But that’s not to say you can’t embrace the trend of mixing patterns in your home.

More than any other room, the dining room provides endless possibilities for pattern mixing. Just think of all the opportunities when selecting table linens, let alone the upholstery on your dining room chairs, the area rug and even the drapes. 

Not sure where to start? We have eight easy ways to mix and match patterns—without looking like a toddler decorated the room. To create a cohesive look, be sure to choose:



8 Tips to Mix Patterns in the Dining Room

1- Like colors. A Swiss dot tablecloth and striped placemats pair beautifully when they’re in the same color family.
2- Patterns of different scales. If your area rug has an oversize paisley pattern, steer clear of drapes with thick stripes. Instead, pair a more delicate pattern with a large-scale print.
3- A solid, too. Even in the same shades, some patterns can seem overwhelming together. But throw a solid color into the mix and the look magically comes together.
4- A pattern that can be treated like a solid. If you’re too timid to combine bold patterns, select a small-scale print that looks like a solid from a distance.
5- The same pattern in different colors. Crazy about chevron? Mad for plaid? Pick pieces with your favorite pattern, but in complementary colors.
6- Similar themes. Go wild and combine cheetah print with zebra stripes, or sail into style with nautical stripes paired with an anchor print.
7- Entirely different patterns. Who says chevron and houndstooth can’t go together? Sometimes creating tension with two totally different patterns creates a beautifully bold look.
8- What you love, rules be darned! It’s your home. Make it a reflection of you and fill it with pieces that make you happy.


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Friday, July 31, 2015

Add Candles Around The Pool For A Midnight Swim!

by Towne Home Furnishings




When summer is around the corner, hot weather is not far behind! And who says hot weather, says… pool time! There is nothing like swimming in fresh water when the sun honors us with its presence, but there is another moment when it’s nice to swim quietly; at midnight!

When the kids are asleep and the neighborhood is quiet, go to the backyard and take time for yourself or as a couple. A good way to create a silent and soft ambiance is to put some candles all around the pool to accompany the moonlight.



White wood and rattan cords are good materials for a soothing mood. You can also add some lanterns on the patio to light the way to the pool.


For more security, to avoid all the little fires around the backyard, you can use tea lights that are battery operated instead of real fire.





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Tuesday, July 28, 2015

Make A Small Living Room Seems Bigger

by Towne Home Furnishings




If you want to make a room seems bigger, here are 4 simple tips for you:

1- Optimization, optimization and… optimization!
Using multifunctional furniture gives you the possibility to keep magazines, decorative pillows, seasonal accent decor and other things that belong in the living room.




2- Use mirrors!

The secret is that mirrors reflect light and make the room seem bigger because every corner is visible. The most effective way to make this magic trick work is to use mirrors that run from the floor to the ceiling!



3- Let the light in!
A dark room always seems smaller than it really is, no matter the size! That’s why it’s even more important to have as much light as we can in a small room. To do so, don’t hide any windows with big furniture or curtains that prevent the light from getting in.



4- Think tiny and vertical!
Large furniture often takes too much place in a room and constrains us to have less furniture. A good way to fill a small room with more than one or two furniture pieces is to use tiny and vertical ones! 



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Friday, July 24, 2015

Tips To Make Your Home Your Dream Home

by Towne Home Furnishings




QUICK FIXES MAKE THE DREAM HOME
Close your eyes and set aside all worries for a minute or two. What could make your home your dream home? Sometimes all it takes is changing or adding one element.

YOUR DREAM IS WITHIN REACH



Did you envision a luxurious home theater? Entertainment centers can turn any wall into a main focal point. Take what you pictured and apply your style. For example, if your dream was of a modern home, find a contemporary styled entertainment center. If you pictured a cozy cabin or beach house setting, explore rustic or vintage style. If you envisioned a relaxed, yet elegant home, look for traditional or classic styles. Some entertainment centers include remote-controlled electric fireplaces―ideal if you love the ambiance of a fire without all the work. Beautiful lighted display cabinets or bookcases can be added―perfect for showing off your favorite keepsakes!

ACCENTUATE THE POSITIVE



If a new entertainment center is not in the cards, tap your dreams and find other focal points. For example, it could be that your home has a fireplace mantle or a picture window that just needs to be dressed up. Place furniture and decorative accessories around these areas to anchor the room. If the room has no main focal point, here’s your chance for creativity. Find a conversation piece like a huge work of art, giant aquarium, hanging fireplace, skylight, bookcase or perhaps a beautiful curio cabinet and make one of these the focal point of your home. Another option is to paint one of the walls your favorite color. Then embellish it with paintings or decorative wall art of places you dream of going or favorite places you’ve been.

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Tuesday, July 21, 2015

San Francisco Urban Style

by Towne Home Furnishings




One thing is true about the City by the Bay, living in this town means dealing with blankets of fog, salty air and traffic, traffic, traffic. Wouldn’t it be nice to create a rustic retreat from the sights and sounds of the City? Try adding a warmer layer to your abode by introducing rustic furniture pieces that reflect the San Franciscan vibe. 

For example: gate leg table (Golden Gate Bridge), a sparkly pendant (city lights), muted hues (sea mist) or wood with a milky glaze (weathered boards). Distressed elements in rustic furniture add an eclectic look in the bedroom—an instantly-curated feel with an out-to-sea aesthetic.


Here are some ideas for a San Francisco inspired decor:







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Friday, July 17, 2015

10 Tips To Sleep Well




Wonder why you can’t sleep? The problem may be rooted in factors you may have never thought of. Get better sleep from our 10 sleep tips.

1. GET BETTER SLEEP BY INVESTING IN YOUR COMFORT
Is your room comfortable? Whether that means splurging on egyptian cotton sheets, purchasing blackout curtains or picking the perfect mattress – investing in your comfort is a must for getting better sleep.

2. SLEEP ON A GOOD MATTRESS
Sleeping on a good mattress can make all the difference in getting better sleep. When you sleep on an uncomfortable bed, you are more likely to  shift your weight during sleep. This may create pressure on your shoulders, back and hips, preventing you from receiving restorative sleep.

Learn more about Ashley Furniture HomeStore’s mattress selection, to find the best mattress that suits your sleeping needs.

3. TURN OFF ELECTRONICS
Quiet the room. Turn off the TV and give that laptop a break! Research suggests that media use before bedtime interferes with getting better sleep.



4. MANAGE STRESS
Get organized, set priorities and delegate tasks. List what’s on your mind before trying to sleep and set it aside for the next day.

5. CONTROL ALLERGIES
Use mattress and pillow covers to keep allergens, such as pet dander and dust mites at bay. Get a vacuum or air purifier with a HEPA filter and replace the air filter in your furnace monthly.

6. WATCH WHAT YOU EAT & DRINK
Enjoy a healthy snack an hour before bed. Avoid sleeping on a full stomach. Limit how much you drink so you won’t have to use the restroom. Avoid caffeine and alcohol.

7. CREATE A BEDTIME RITUAL
Get in bed and wake up at the same time each day. Before sleep, take a warm bath or shower, read a book or listen to soothing music. Once you figure out a routine, stick to it – even on weekends!

8. EXERCISE
Do physical activities early in the day to enhance your ability to fall asleep fast and get better sleep. Don’t exercise close to bedtime because you may get too energized.



9. DAYLIGHT MATTERS
Use bright lights or sunlight during the day to manage your circadian rhythms (or body clock). Enjoy sunlight in the morning and avoid bright light in the evening.

10. SET THE SCENE

Keep the room cool between 65°F and 75°F and use room darkening shades. Spritz your pillow with a mix of lavender, chamomile or ylang-ylang oil drops and water.