Stylish teen bedroom ideas for girls!

Saturday, August 25, 2012

Teens love their own space. Its a good idea to include them when choosing color scheme and furniture. Their hobbies, likes, lifestyle should be the major points in consideration. The objective should be to make the space individualistic as well as functional. It should reflect their life style while showcasing their personality!

Most importantly have fun when planning, there are so many ideas and inspiration to help you design and decorate. If possible look for some crafty makeover ideas too and let kids try their hands at it. It would add a personal touch and a definite uniqueness to their new room.

Pink and floral is easily a popular choice. Gorgeous blue and fresh minty accent colors makes it a stylish space. A string of floral garland adds a cutesy touch!


Love this colorful bedroom. Colors have so much energy and inspiration. Start with a rug or bedding and build around it. Love the diy bunting and cork board on the headboard idea!


Beautiful zen bedroom for a teenager. So many lovely details and fantastic color scheme. This could easily transition from teen room to young adult. Lust list!


Purple, black and white is an interesting combination. Fresh energetic feel and lots of storage makes it ideal for teens. Perfect for smaller space, tall dresser and cabinet leave more floor space!


Coral is so much in fashion! The paisley stencilled wall has a distinct folksy elegance. Chapiz chandelier adds a light airy touch. This is easily my favorite of the lot :-)


Love the books arranged by color of their jacket! A striking bedroom inspired by the color spectrum. The rainbow hues is vibrant and fun. A beautiful theme for teens.


Lots of craft ideas in this black and white bedroom! Print 'Iron-on transfer paper' with your choice of design/alphabet and create personalised cushions! Add ruffles to boring pillowcase and cover.


Simple DIY inspired by this PB Teen lampshade. Get ruffle lace and hot glue/sew it on a plain lamp shade. Choose your own color and pattern, embellish as you like it!


Fantastic DIY for displaying jewelry and having them easily accessible. Find an old mirror which has some weight to it. Super glue some orphan champagne flutes, wine glass etc(ask/thrift) and done!


Little ways to reduce clutter and make life easier! Empty toilet paper roll to hold bobby pins and hair elastics. Stacked in one place, saves time. No cost diy :-)


Convert a wooden hanger at hand into this lovely earrings display/holder! You are sure to change/use jewelry more often when they are so neatly organized. Absolutely must do!

Theme Inspiration: Mix of Rustic and Modern!!

Sunday, August 12, 2012

Decor aesthetics can be a mix of elements! Modern with rustic, vintage with contemporary, punch of colors..you get it. Modern with a rustic touch is a beautiful melange of texture, elements, color and style. Its a very unique and interesting mix, as you will find in some of the inspirations featured here.

Rescuing vintage and distressed furniture and mixing them with modern has a wonderful eclectic feel brings a unique charm to the space. A cozy space with interesting details. Always remember comfortable with chic!

Love the cute bird theme going on here. Cheerful wall paper. Pick modern and vintage to create a mixed media display. Adorable reading corner!!


Wonderful use of an old shutter door! Perfect in family room or mud room. Use it to display art, pin your lists or organize your daily mails. A beautiful warmth to everyday life. Heart it!


Absolutely love this space!! The over laying colorful carpets is such an interesting idea. Beautiful simple furniture and chalkboard display.


Add rustic textural furniture in small amount and let them stand out. The vintage red table and simple wooden head board add just the right dose of appeal to this gorgeous bedroom.


Such inspiration..rescue an old study table, cut off the legs and fix it to the wall. Whimsical vintage chair and a rustic wire memo board. Don't miss graters as supplies holder!! Ah-may-zing!


Aged wood has a distinct appeal and is very popular. Dresser as bathroom vanity is an interesting addition. Cool white and simple accent makes this setting so fresh and one of a kind.


Kitchen is a good place to theme decorate in rustic. Beautiful texture all over, stunning stone walls and the touch of eclectic in the dinner chairs. Gorgeous decor!


Beautiful craft idea. Old picture frame and vintage postcard/illustration. Glue a pressed flower or bunch of wild flowers for a stunning display. Neat idea for pressed valentine roses!


Totally change the look of a dresser by using rescue wood for a makeover. If there are drawers missing use them as shelves. There is no end to inspiration. Keep improvising :-)


Theme Inspiration: 10 Laundry room ideas!

Wednesday, August 1, 2012

Storage and organizing is an important part of keeping a home functional and tidy. While Laundry room may not rank among the most fun, yet it is an important workspace. Upgrade it to a welcoming space with custom cabinets and batter space utilization. Use colorful wall papers and possibly even near a window with a view.

Laundry room should no longer be shunted to basements, make it a part of your living space. Think of using hallway, hidden inside a closet, in the mud room or even as a part of your kitchen!

Stacked washer dryer, counter space for folding, hampers for collecting laundry and lots of overhead storage The high window lets in natural light and the colorful wall paper makes this a happy space.


Mud room for laundry? Absolutely love the details,-nook to tuck in the ironing board, large sink to wash out stains, dryer rack for the hand washed, shelves and so much storage! I can work here :-)


Wonderful use of a small corner space in a room. Frugal yet practical woven baskets to hold the necessities. A great addition is the pull out counter to fold the clothes on between the stacked dryer and washer.


A beautiful location for laundry room right by the windows! The happy pattern on the wall and the gorgeous window seat is so inviting. A counter for ironing and folding, this is a really good design.


Good utilization of small space, perfect for an apartment or condo. Nifty shelves on the wall and a nook is converted into a fully equipped laundry space. Storage atop the dryer is a good use too!


Whether its the basement or garage, using some wall shelving it can be easily converted into a work space. If you are looking for ideas for storage, this is a good solution. Cost effective too.


A beautiful way to hide washer and dryer in the mud room. The rustic cabinets add a charming touch to the laundry area. Counter is multi-functional, make sure its heat resistant if you intend to iron on it.


This is such a genius of an idea! Though it would need solution to plumbing and proper ventilation. Such a seamless utilization of space and easily within reach even when busy.


Practical tip, having a drawer organized to hold your basic sewing kit will help mend at once. Having it within easy reach might save you effort and time. Use a cutlery organizer!


Love this nifty idea! A retractable ironing board to help keep it seamless. It would be awesome in any laundry room.


Crafty minds at work! Who can resist this amazing embroidery hoop and pillowcase laundry bag/catch all. Assemble when you want and remove when done!


Theme Design: Neon decor ideas for home!

Monday, July 23, 2012

Bright gorgeous colors have a way of adding cheer and spirit into our everyday life. Neon colors have been so much in fashion lately. This color trend is quite in sync with summer and spring! Home accent and upholstery in neon is a good experiment and the pop of color is absolutely fun. Love it! hope you are as inspired :o)

An easy makeover for old furniture with surface damages. Paint them a bright color and it will get the deserved attention. Mid century design was never looked funkier!


Modern color palette of Gray with pops of neon. Using bright colors for accent on a neutral base makes for interesting points of attention. Buy Ikea furniture and consider customizing them. Good value :)


The cuteness of these stools aside love the delicate setup! Neon is so eye catching that even hints of it can transform any corner. You don't have to go big to bring some neon into your lives.


So colorful! Bright and comfortable, this is the perfect relaxing nook. It looks fabulous against the stark white backdrop and instantly warms up the place. Must for those white winters for me :)


Neon colors don't always have to be in the face. Sometimes a piped down version is really attractive. Coral and soothing brown bedding is super stylish. It adds an edgy flair to the bedroom decor.


Hopelessly smitten by mid-century modern. Intense use of turquoise, and yet its coral red that makes all the difference. Gorgeous Pyrex and Catherine Holm enamelware must be feeling right at home!


Accent wall with eye popping colors! Wonderful combination of blue and apple green, so unusual and very striking. If you have it in you, go for a transformation, reupholster and rejuvenate.


Modern contemporary kitchen design with hints of neon yellow. An alternative for those looking for a urban chic inspiration. Gray and yellow combination has featured here before.


Splash of so many colors! This living room is so gorgeous, it radiates cheer. Perfect for those who don't shy away from colors and love to experiment. This surely is fabulous!


As always, try experimenting with small decorative stuff before committing money and time on a larger project. Neon is a still quite in trend. Do consider!

Source: Etsy

Even a touch of neon can transform ordinary colors. The piping is minimal and yet adds to the cool factor! A good craft idea, perfect for teen room.



Theme Design: 10 Ways to choose curtains!

Tuesday, July 17, 2012

I have been away, been busy with a move across continents and countries but now I am back!

 If you have just moved into a new place or are looking at updating the decor of your home, one key area are curtains. Though it might seem a simple choice, so many ready to hang options available, however if you choose a theme combination beforehand it just looks so much more finished and sophisticated.

Think of choosing a palette of colors, or themes like floral, Moroccan or retro. There are so many ways to build around a designs and color of upholstery. Hope you find some easy tips and inspiration!

Gorgeous bright colors uplift the mood. Cool retro pattern and beautiful mid-century furniture ties the whole look beautifully! Choose one busy pattern, here curtains and other upholstery in solid colors.


Love this modern living room. The curtains and sofa upholstery have same colors in different designs. The different patterns keep the look visually pleasing, while still in the same theme colours. 


If you are thinking of buying ready to hang curtains, but like a tailor made look; but an extra panel and use the cloth for a cushion. Display it on an accent chair or a comfortable reading chair for added style!


Absolutely love the decor of this living room! Basic theme of colors. To make it more glamorous consider ordering decals in the same color theme. There are many sellers online, who offer customized decals. 


Sheer curtains have a beautiful flowy feel and filter natural light. This is such an easy setup and yet it looks so cheerful and happy! Bright happy colors make this a lovely place to kick back and entertain.


The high windows have a regal feel  The striped curtain is perfect foil for the lighter flowery ash gray curtains. When covering a large space its important to break the pattern while still keeping them in a theme.


Modern teal and black living room! Easy combination of two colors for a rich luxuriant decor. One wall is painted in accent color and rest in neutral oatmeal. Chrome and black add to the drama.


Sheers have a way of uplifting the entire decor to a more dreamy, exotic level. This Moroccan inspired living room has beautiful pastel purple curtains. Purple and chrome/silver is an all time favorite!


Purple compliments Gold gorgeously! This is a good inspiration for a diy. Sheer panels of purple and gold trim/ribbon. Use sequins and applique for added oomph. It would even work well in teen room.


Diy inspiration! If you have some vintage scarf or fabric making them into cute kitchen window curtains would be easy. The lamp shade has similar lace trimmings. The whole feel is so cozy and cheerful.


 

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