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Psst: There is a @visualcomfort sconce in this mix

Psst: There is a @visualcomfort sconce in this mix and it’s not on the under $300 page!!

One of the easiest ways to update a space without going all-out is replacing your lighting. So here’s some options for your bathroom, hallway or wherever. 💁🏻‍♀️

You can easily spend over $300 on sconces, but if that’s not where you want to spend your 💰 then these are some really great options for less.

More info is on LTK:
https://liketk.it/4pR3S
https://liketk.it/4pR4B
https://liketk.it/4pR5f

Brass sconces | home renovations | classic style
#lightingstyle #brasslightfixtures #interiorrenovations

If I didn’t have a tiny human that is going thro

If I didn’t have a tiny human that is going through a stage of grabbing everything/anything in sight with hands that have been in his mouth all day … I’d totally get these.

Window shopping at @lauraparkdesign in Charlotte on weekends (or any day) makes me a happy gal.

Are you into the fun/colored candle holders?? There are so many versions now. A few that I’d buy (if I didn’t have that tiny human mentioned above) are linked on my LTK. 🙃

https://liketk.it/4pRev

#coloredglass #coloredcandleholders #anthropologiedecor

Loling at how I certainly look blinded by the ligh

Loling at how I certainly look blinded by the light as the song goes “oh I’m blinded by the light.” 🙃💡

Every house/light fixture/ceiling is different. But here are some guidelines to help ya out if you’re hanging a light fixture any time soon.

Dining chandelier: 32”-36” above tabletop

Kitchen pendants: 30”-34” above countertop

Entry fixture: a clearance of at least 84”

*All of these are measured to the bottom of the light fixtures

Light fixture heights | light fixture dimensions | design dimensions | classic home decor tips
#lightfixtureheight #lightingtrends #chandelierlove

This is your sign to think outside the box to meet

This is your sign to think outside the box to meet the functional needs of your fam in your home (but also make it pretty). 😉

We love a cute storage solution!!!

When we bought this house, we knew we’d need some extra storage space in the kitchen for things like small appliances and holiday dishes.

I envisioned benches along the window wall to provide that storage, make use of that entire wall, make the room feel comfy, and bring in color through fabrics.

Our friend who has an upholstery company made these benches for us to fit perfectly in the breakfast nook. 😍 I have no idea what I would do without this storage!!!

Storage benches | blue benches | classic home decor | blue home design
#storagesolutions #creativestorage #storagebench #kitchendesigninspiration

Vintage rugs 🫶🏼 The perfect way to add char

Vintage rugs 🫶🏼

The perfect way to add character to a space. Great for high traffic areas because they have such variation, stains can be hidden. One of a kind finds with unique patterns and colors. They blend with so many styles.

These were my two top picks for our guest bathroom!

Here are a few places to shop for vintage rugs:
@revival
@thevintagerugshop
@knotted.turkishrugs
@lilliekatrugs
@vintage.rugs.by.the.bay
@etsy

And a few other unique faves:
@milagrocollective
@theloomandco

Vintage rugs | unique rugs
#vintageruglove #iloverugs #classichomedecor #traditionaldecoration #antiqueruglove

An easy-peasy way to incorporate your furry family

An easy-peasy way to incorporate your furry family members into your home decor: use their pawprint as artwork. 🐾

While I was planning the gallery wall for our living room, I wanted to use a mixture of photos, art and meaningful things. I ended up using mostly photos in mixed metal frames, but had the idea of hanging a cute little frame towards the middle with Duncan’s pawprint in it.

He’s usually not in our photos from family vacations (because we can’t bring him everywhere, obvi) so this was a special way to include him.

All you need is:
🐾 Thick paper
🐾 Ink pad - I used a clean touch ink pad (no mess)
🐾 Scissors/paper cutter
🐾 Photo frame

Classic home decor | interior design tips | classic design | budget home decor
#classichomedecor #interiordesignidea #gallerywallideas

Okayyy I know it’s actually not that simple, but

Okayyy I know it’s actually not that simple, but it’s what I could fit in a reel. 🙃

Here’s the basics/cliff notes:
👉🏼Start with large items. Books/vases are perf
👉🏼Add in photos/art and sculpture pieces (big and small)
👉🏼Use texture (baskets) and shine (metal finishes - think candle sticks, photo frames, etc)
👉🏼Mix in old and new items so it doesn’t look too clean and sterile
👉🏼Now arrange all your layers in a way that’s visually balanced

Maybe a reel on visual balance should be next?? It’d prob help this make sense. 🤔

If you’re looking for good accessories, check out my Amazon storefront. I have a whole section on accessories for styling. Link is in my bio!

Hope these tips helped!!

Bookshelf styling | interior design accessories | interior design tips | home accessories | shelf styling
#bookshelfstyling #shelfiestyling #homeaccessoriesandmore

Who loves a good before & after?? 🙋🏻‍♀️
Swipe to see what this view looked like 7 months ago.

Not pictured: Lots of tile and countertop samples, me taking a thousand years to make decisions on the products, Jon’s shocked look anytime I shared a quote with him, and lots of Cook Out runs. 🍔🙃

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