Do It Yourself
Author Adnin
Author Adnin
Screaming kids, never ending laundry, lack of sleep, a hot meal, what′s that? Those along with many other perks that go along with being a stay at home mom, (yes that′s sarcasm), can sometimes leave us feeling overwhelmed, moody; having the blues.
An issue that often comes up is not feeling appreciated as a stay at home mom. We don’t get yearly reviews hearing about what a wonderful job we are doing; a paycheck isn’t handed to us for our hard work. What we do get are hugs and kisses, hearing the words I love you or thanks mom. We get to be a kid again, finger paint in the afternoon. All of those perks make me smile and feel happy.
There are many ways to beat the stay at home mom blues. Finding time for yourself is a MUST! Bring out the crayons and coloring books, while they color, go into your room for some quiet, private time. If your child naps, close your eyes too for a while, or take a warm bath or shower. Put in a mid afternoon movie for them and pick up that book or magazine you can’t seem to find time for.
Feel good about your choice to stay at home with your kids. Appreciate yourself for all the hard work you put into your job at home. Positive thinking and knowing what a wonderful job you are doing can help keep those blues away. Another way to beat the blues is to have interaction with other moms. Look into finding, or even starting, a group for stay at home moms. The computer is a great resource for researching for your area. Set up play dates, go to the park and start up a conversation with another mom. No one understands what a stay at home mom goes through like another stay at home mom.
Only you can beat the stay at home mom blues. If you really think about it, you have the best job in the world.
Author Adnin
Choosing the right colours can have a huge effect on the overall look of a room and home. The use of strong shades on walls and accent furnishings creates a mood and zone distinction. Alternatively – for those a little less adventurous – play down colour to let the architecture speak for itself. The use of light palettes around the home allows for other details – such as polished floor boards or feature splash back within the kitchen – take centre stage.
Black is back! And it will continue to be the dominant colour – however it needs be glossy, forget the dull lifeless black. It can be highlighted with a splash of white to achieve a glamorous & modern look.
Corresponding to the furniture industry, strong black and white contrasts are dominating as thematic reflections of the 1980s. They either create a strong, graphic effect or can have an opulent and romantic effect, when used as a baroque pattern.
For those wanting a less dramatic feel – natural and green tones still prove to be popular. The new shade is gray – so any tones and hues with a gray shade will be suitable. Think duck-egg blue, slate green and earthy browns.
Natural and earthy colours such as brown, ochre and sand correspond with African ethno elements. Any wood based furniture will really advance this look and items like picture frames that have a wood texture will add a great depth to your homes feel. These soulful hues bring cheer to every room, making your house a happy home… even on a dull winter’s day! For those wanting some warm advice… visit any leading display centre for inspiration. It will warm your heart!
The colour red, which is particularly popular with designers, is often used on white porcelain to create a lovely contrast. Those who want a strong vibrant home – red is a sensational colour to begin with. Also a magnificent choice for a feature wall and works well with many different tones and furniture pieces.
The best part of decorating is the freedom to be yourself. Your home is a personal creation that makes a statement about who are and how you live. It is important to remember that interior design is about functionality as much as it is making your home look fantastic.
The contemporary look is created by using materials such as lacquered and polished wood, plastic and glass. Shiny, glossy finishes will verify the chic interior, combined with metallics – silver, bronze, copper and gold.
Nature knows best – so draw on this season’s wonderful colour palettes to decorate with total confidence. A natural interior will have lots of bamboo, slate, hardwood and or similar materials.
There is new trend for distressed or antique metallic finish, which will suit the natural interior particularly well. Even the natural interior will have some shimmer – even though it’s bit more pearl-like, but nevertheless no longer the flat matt finish that we’ve become used to. Rough, irregular finishes and textures will also be popular.
Looking ahead? The trend of 2008/09 was strongly “traditional-modern” influenced i.e. the combination of modern materials and traditional designs. So expect the continuation of retro, Art-Deco, Modernism & Ornate but with a modern twist. The use of wall papers, fabrics and feature lighting like Chandeliers will remain influential.
Find out about the latest interior decorating trends & pick up some practical home design tips from the experts at Studio M.
Author Adnin
So you’ve decided to update the look of your whole home, or maybe just your living room or your bedroom, and you have no idea where to start, what to do, and how to do it? Don’t worry; you’re not the only one in that position.
Decorating a home isn’t as easy as you may think, and if you don’t have the skills and the time, you need some interior design help. But the problem is that hiring a professional interior designer can be costly. But the Internet is a fantastic source for ideas and hints. You will find all the furniture and home accessories you need to make your home gorgeous.
All the answers and secrets to selecting the right furniture and accessories are out there. The key is to mix styles together – classic French furniture with contemporary lamps and accessories for example – achieving a unique and stylish look. If you want a warm and inviting atmosphere that is unique to your home and personality, you can put together an eclectic selection of furniture and accessories, combining classic items and modern classics that will turn your house into a beautiful and enjoyable home.
Here are some vital points to take into account when renovating the look of your home:
Soft Furnishings – Soft furnishings make a room feel warm and comfortable. They are an easy and inexpensive way to change your surroundings. Throws and cushions thrown casually over a sofa or chair add texture and warmth, while a beautiful rug will transform the look of the whole room.
Mirrors – Mirrors add depth to your surroundings, and more importantly they create that fantastic illusion of space in small and dark areas, creating a more welcoming and warm space. A beautiful mirror can easily become the focal point in a room, reflecting light and making the room look bigger and brighter. If you have a beautiful fireplace you can embellish it with an over-mantle mirror.
Lighting – Lighting is one of the most important aspects in interior design. The way you light a room can change the whole ambience at a flick of the switch. Create different moods in your home and light your favorite corners with floor lamps. Table lamps highlight small decorating objects – such as vases or candelabras – and they concentrate light for reading.
In brief, interior design is important and it isn’t an easy job. So spend more time reading interior design magazines, surfing the web, and collect all the ideas you like, and turn your house into the home of your dreams (HOME SWEET HOME).
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