So This Is Christmas

Merry Christmas is such an infectious feeling I like to feel that way all year around.

So if you are visiting just before Christmas, just after Christmas or even here on Christmas day I am sure you will find something of interest for you and in the spirit of Christmas.

It may be said that Christmas is no longer a celebration but this must be spoken by people that have never had trouble closing their eyes on Christmas Eve in an expectation of what maybe left for them on the carpet under the tree.

I continue to look forward to the surprise on my Grandchild's faces to this day at Christmas events.

Merry Christmas - Merry Christmas - Merry Christmas

Friday, December 18, 2009

A Modern Look Revived

By Cathrine Saunders

The modern movement took place in the mid 20th century. This movement discovered that even simple mass produced items could be beautiful. What has survived of this style has led to designs that are both smart and attractive. This style uses mostly light but not cool colored walls and accessories in which use geometric designs in bright colors. Additionally it is common to see compact furniture paired with many unusual man made materials. The modern decorating style has commonly become known as retro today and is consider quite fashionable. This look can easily and inexpensively be achieved through smart shopping. Keep this and the following tips in mind if you are considering giving any room in your home a face lift.

There is no limit to the colors you can use to achieve a look from the modern movement; however certain colors will fit better than others. Try to use white as your main color. While this may seem a bit dull it fits the clean cut look you are trying to accomplish and will not clash with any of the bright accent colors you will be using. For accent colors think about mixing and matching.

When bringing the color into the room's decor try going for the linens and window treatments to bring the room into the design technique which you are looking for. Picture frames and candle holders are other items to bring into the modern rooms decor with the color scheme as well. Try not to clutter the space which then will make it seem as if there is no style at all.

Lighting is always a must in most rooms of the home. You either will be entertaining in this newly modern designed room or even spending quite time with your loved one. You want the light to be as natural as possible. Of course that is easier said than done depending on the layout of your home, window placement, and where your house is located. You can always add track lighting in your home to give it a great feel but not too bright where it is uncomfortable.

Area rugs provide comfort and warmth to your home. Additionally they can help keep your home cleaner. Find an area rug, that does not have a pattern on it or find an area rug that is a solid neutral color. Make sure that the area rug fits well in the room. This means it should compliment your accessories and be the correct size for the space you use it in.

An item being correct for the space you use it in is really what all good decor is about. So follow that simple rule and your theme will be perfect. Remember that all of these items are retro and shop smart by shopping at thrift stores and your decor will be inexpensive as well.

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