Modern Home Decorating

I’m going to college in a few months and I was looking around online for some cute dorm decorating ideas, all of the things I saw seemed to be things that would be preety easy to make. Does anyone know of any good websites with DIY home decor ideas with things like rugs, wall art, blankets, etc?

Hi there. I’m not sure exactly what you’re looking for, but I’ve written A TON of DIY home decorating articles. Most of mine are posted at this website: http://contributor.yahoo.com/user/331107/jennifer_wagner.html

In particular, you may benefit from reading:

10 Ways to Make a Room Look Bigger

http://www.associatedcontent.com/article/5758772/10_ways_to_make_a_room_look_bigger.html?cat=30

Easy Retro Decorating Ideas for Your Bedroom

http://www.associatedcontent.com/article/2959526/easy_retro_decorating_ideas_for_your.html?cat=30

Feel free to contact me with any specific decorating questions. Hope this helps!

Jenny

I know people who could fix a bit of plumbing, sort a minor electricity fault, touch of carpentry decorating!!having a small family of my own I’m really interested in being able to do little jobs myself without years of training at colleges as people I know of never studied.
I’m not to bad with the decorating side but I was wondering anyone know easy/best way to be able to sort minor/little jobs round the home????
Wether it’s reading/studying D.I.Y books I would love to know!

If you don’t know, don’t answer!!
Thanks

experience is the best teacher. Start with small projects, get advice from friends with know how, go on line, or ask the guy at the hardware store and jump in. How to books are also a go way to go.

so my best friends birthday is september 24th and i wanna decorate her locker with a bunch of home made posters but i don’t have any ideas!!!! by the way i am not a good drawer so nothing too complicated please

Hi there! I have some adorable cartoon characters on my site that you can draw mini versions of and put them on her locker! They each come with their own specific step by step tutorial so you don’t have to worry about being unable to draw anything. ^_^"

Check it out to see if anything inspires you!

I want to decorate my home in either Spanish or Mexican, which do you think is more suitable for a couple in their early 30′s, (with child) something that doesn’t make it look too old folks like home, and is easy to maintain, can one combine the two? or its too much..

Some of your ideas would be great.
ps: I do have another question like this one. But need more help.

Thanx.

Personally I think you could mix elements of both and be successful–I like the bold colors that you can find in mexican tiles–the oranges, blues, yellows, etc…you could find a few pieces that you are drawn to and build off of those…I think both are easy to maintain and update and can be easy to incorporate into a home with a child…just because you choose one doesn’t mean you can’t mix in things you like from another—when it is done nicely it can be very eclectic and cool…good luck.

I have no decorating sense but I know I like contemporary style. I’m trying to get some color scheme ideas and suggestions. The walls in my home are all white and all the floors are carpeted with a light tan color. Can anyone with some great fashion sense give me a great layout idea of how to decorate my living room and bedroom? Please feel free to get as detailed as possible and suggest links and websites to see easy contmporary decor ideas. Oh my living room and bedroom both have two sit-in bay windows in them if that helps. Thanks in advance to all that respond.

Maybe it would be good to answer your question with questions. How large are your rooms? What are your favorite colors? Are you going to be buying new furniture, or using what you have? Do you like modern art? What are your hobbies, do you like the ocean or the forest?

If you take time to get to know you, you could perhaps find a direction. Starting with a color scheme and then what style of furnishings, is storage something I need more of, and so on.

There are numerous web sites and you can quickly become overwhelmed. So take the time to answer these questions and I am sure you will find a direction. Sometimes just knowing what we DON’T like, is a big help.

Good Luck with your project, I am sure you will do a great job!

Susan Weaver
Publisher, ClassicSleighBeds.com

Japanese flower arranging can really add a delicate and finishing touch to any home. More and more people are turning towards this art and it is not hard to see why when the flowers also symbolize the earth, mankind and heaven. People find it easy to relax and fall into deep thought when they are surrounded by significant and beautiful objects and Japanese flower arranging really helps them to do that.

All about Japanese Flower Arranging

Unlike other flower arranging in which flowers are literally shoved together dead in bunches, Japanese flower arranging has a whole new meaning. It focuses on the flowers whilst they are still alive and the vases are also a unique centerpiece to store them in.

To look at Japanese flower arrangements, you cannot help but have your breath taken away. They truly do look beautiful and they seem to be put together so delicately. Great care is taken with the whole of the plant including the leaves and the stems as well as the flowers. The art has also been known as Ikebana and it has been used for centuries now all around the world. There are different styles of Japanese flower arranging and whilst Ikebana was the most common, there are also Rikka, Shoka, Nageire and free style. Each looks different and each was created at a different time.

If you want to learn Japanese flower arranging then you may want to start with Ikebana. Rikka can be a little bit too strict for a beginner, though it does look particularly beautiful. You focus on a lot of different things with Rikka including the angles of the stems, the different characters of the plants and the different lengths as well as other things. For a beginner that can be a little baffling so sticking to Ikebana may be your best option.

Why Use Japanese Flower Arranging Within the Home

Japanese flower arranging can really help to improve the appearance of any home. The designs are so beautiful and precise that it really will add a little sophistication to any room.

They could also come in handy if you are looking to add a little oriental design to the home but you do not want to do too much. It is a simple yet striking way of adding a little color and life into the home.

It is not overly hard to learn depending upon the style of the flower arranging you are learning, and it is something you will no doubt enjoy for years to come. Overall Japanese flower arranging is something that can be enjoyed by many people and it really does add a touch of class to any home.

A.Caxton
http://www.articlesbase.com/home-improvement-articles/use-japanese-decorating-with-japanese-flower-arranging-91002.html

I can’t leave my room to make it, so no food stuff. I already got her some gifts but wanted to throw in something home made. I was thinking of decorating a journal with family pics but the pics are in the living room, where she is. Any ideas? I need to know in the next 4 hours. HELP ME PLEASE!

DO YOU HAVE A PRINTER?

IF SOO TAKE A PIC FROM YOUR COMPUTER AND PRINT IT AND DECORATE IT,

MERRY CHRISTMAS