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HomeMy WebLinkAboutThe Citizen, 1994-05-11, Page 13THE CITIZEN, WEDNESDAY, MAY 11, 1994. PAGE 13. Home and Garden’94 Budget wise tips to create a decorator look these basic rules. First select a "signature shade" - the colour of the sofa, rug or other furniture - then add accessories in co­ ordinating shades. Accessories include frame prints and artwork, throw pillows, vases, baskets, and figurines that help set the style. Artwork with a country theme, landscapes or botanical prints, baskets tied with calico ribbons, dried flowers, a decorative quilt, and a few country collectibles will turn your living room into a country cottage. An oriental style rug, velvet throw pillows, brass and crystal accents and English hunting prints on the wall, give an elegant traditional look to a living room. Little things mean a lot Just a little imagination and affordable framed art can give a room a whole new look. Add a few accessories and you can give every room an instant facelift — without spending a fortune. i .__ Treebelt LANDSCAPING & l|. SUJrJrJul&w //JL 1 mile west of Blyth These days, making every penny count is more important than ever - but that doesn't mean we can't indulge ourselves a little when it comes to creating a beautiful and inviting home. These new tips from decorating specialists make it easy to use imagination instead of money to create the home of our dreams - without changing the furniture or making a dent in the family budget. •Walls with a difference - A little paint, fabric and imagination can add an exciting designer touch to a room for very little money. Try do- it-yourself stencils above doors, along the ceiling border and around window frames. Ordinary bed sheets provide an elegant tented look. Choose stripes or small floral printed flat sheets, and make a 1- inch hem at both ends. Install curtain rods along the top and bottom of each wall, then slide the sheets along the rods carefully to create a shirred effect. This is a great way to disguise damaged walls or dress up a bedroom or bath. • Artwork adds style - Give any room an instant facelift by showcasing an affordable art collection, using art that matches your decorating theme. For a contemporary room, choose bright images. If country is your preference, try landscapes, floral prints, or work by artists such as Charles Wysocki or Currier & Ives. Botanical prints give a fresh, natural feeling to any room. In the den, create a casual look with colourful sporting prints, equestrian or hunt scenes. You can collect prints by a single artist, by style or subject - or you can mix and match to create your own personal style. • Raising the roof - Use artwork to change the dimensions of a room. If ceilings are low, hang pictures above eye level to create a feeling of height. For high ceilings, display pictures lower on the wall. In a long, narrow hallway, use lots of different sized prints hung at a variety of levels to break up the space. Keep proportions in mind; try not to overpower a small room, such as a bathroom or guest bedroom, with oversized prints. Instead, try a group of smaller pieces with similar styles and frame and mat colours. • Pretty as a picture - When hanging pictures, use your head before you use your hammer. Group several small prints in a similar style over the sofa, instead of one large piece. Vary sizes and shapes, and don't hang everything in a straight line. To find the perfect spot for each work of art, cut a sheet of paper approximately the size of each picture you want to hang. Put a small piece of double-sided tape on the back and use these models to work out perfect wall placement. • Magic make-overs - The secret to changing the style and feeling of a room without refurnishing is using inexpensive accessories. 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