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Finally, the last decorating style we will discuss in our series Three Steps to Define Your Decorating Style will be the Vintage style. Last time we discussed the Cozy decorating style and in this article we will discuss what it means to have a Vintage Style.
Being vintage in your decorating shows that you have a rich, layered style. Flea market find combined with antiques and diverse accessories will thrive together. Furnishings that are collectible (like Grandma’s teacups), look timeworn (like a Persian rug) or handmade really make this style sing.
If you are vintage, you’ll want to decorate with:
Lots of rich wall art and accents everywhere, even on the furnishings
Jewel tones combined with more muted washed out colors
Furniture with shape and intricacy
A mix of fabrics throughout the room and windows, ie.) tapestries, paisleys, and jacquards
Embellished lamps and crystal chandeliers
Botanicals, florals and folksy items
A mix of antique and newer items that work together
Now we move on to an article addressing the Cozy Decorating style. This is another installment in our Three Steps to Define Your Decorating Style series. Last time we discussed the Modern decorating style and in this article we will discuss what it means to have a Cozy Style.
Being cozy in your decorating has a relaxed and inviting look. It’s warm, traditional and built for daily activities and visits from family and friends. You’ll find influences from English and early-American furniture designs popping up and even farmhouse, cottage and country can be a part of this style. Furnishings that are weathered and wear well keep this look very livable.
If you are cozy, you’ll want to decorate with:
Solid textiles
Solid furnishings that can stand up to lots of wear
Plush upholstery, even slipcovers
Sofas with squared or rolled arms
Natural fabrics like wool or cotton for upholstery, pillows and drapes
In our next post, we will go into details on what defines the Vintage Style. Until then, happy DIY decorating from your friends at Wall Slicks, the Original Wall Decal Store.
It’s time to talk about the modern decorating style. This is another installment in our Three Steps to Define Your Decorating Style series. Last time we discussed the Classic decorating style and in this article we will discuss what it means to have a Modern Style.
Being modern decorator is a fresh, fun and contemporary. The look is edgy, urban and colorful. The furnishings are kept simple and the eyes are drawn to bold accents and colors. Images to inspire you could be a downtown loft, a Modern Art museum and even architect Frank Lloyd Wright.
If you are modern, you’ll want to decorate with:
Clean lined furniture with no embellishments on the legs.
Strong blocks of color
Geometric and abstract patterns (easy to layer and create with Wall Slicks)
And with over 40 colors to choose from, finding just the right bold color for your room will be a snap.
In our next post, we will go into details on what defines the Cozy Style. Until then, happy DIY decorating from your friends at Wall Slicks, the Original Wall Decal Store.
Just starting out with your kids room decorating or looking to refresh a current space? Being creative with your use of color can inspire enthusiasm and creativity in children of all ages! Finding a color scheme that pleases both the parent and child is the winning combination. Not sure where to turn for inspiration? Here’s some tips. Primary Colors
Primary colors are a classic theme. There’s a lot you can do combining red, yellow and blue together with varying intensity. If you like a bold look, choose fire engine red, sunshine yellow and royal blue. Looking for a more sophisticated way to incorporate these colors? Consider cranberry, golden amber and navy. Finally, pastel lovers can go with light pink, butter yellow and sky blue. Based on their relationship to each other on the color wheel, these colors work well together, as long as you keep the intensity the same. Add Personal Touches to Furnishings
You don’t have to replace furnishings to coordinate them with the style of your room. Those with artistic talent can paint free hand designs or stencils on their furniture to match it with the color palette, wall décor or theme of the room. An easier option is wall decals which can be used both on the wall and on the furniture. Available in over 40 colors, Wall Slicks is sure to have a color to suit your project. See the color swatches online or request one via mail for a perfect match. Don’t Forget the Floor
If you have wooden floors, Wall Stickers can add a great accent on the floors too. This is especially true with our Race Track design. Great for a built in, custom play area. And, when the kids outgrow it, it’s easy to remove with no residue left behind. Theme Rooms Wall Slicks come in so many designs, it’s easy to browse our web site for inspiration and find the perfect images to create a theme your kids will love. Already have a theme in mind but don’t see the decal to match it? We can create custom decals at your request. You just pay by the square foot. Call us for more details.
Graduation Day is coming for a number of young adults, it’s a day to reflect on their accomplishments and to look towards the future. A lot of graduates are already thinking about the fall and the continuation of their education. This can often mean leaving home and moving into a dorm room or apartment. When they get there, it will be important to make this new space their own and there is no better way to achieve a quick, easy, stylish look than with Wall Slicks, wall decals, the perfect gift for your graduate.
One of the challenges with temporary living is creating your own style while dealing with drab white walls. Most landlords frown on repainting and wallpapering. Some don’t even want you to put holes in the walls using nails or pins. This is why wall stickers are the answer. They come in a wide range of subjects, styles and colors and you can mix and match to create a look that’s all your own.
Dorm rooms are notorious for being small, cramped, boring spaces and can be difficult and expensive to furnish. Wall decals are an easy way to add interest to any room and can be applied to mirrors, cabinets or furniture. What better way to express your personality? And the best part is that at the end of the year, they are easily removed without damaging surfaces.
Are you ready to do a little shopping? We’ve got a great coupon code to share with you so you can receive a 15% discount on all Modern Wall Graphics, Wall Slicks wall decal orders! Just in time for Mother’s Day, our wall stickers make a great gift! They are even perfect for those just graduating and off to college!
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So, go ahead! Get those decals you’ve been wanting for yourself, or, do a little shopping for Mothers Day and Graduation! We have so many colors and styles to choose from, there’s sure to be something perfect for everyone on your list.
Today we celebrate the 40th Anniversary of Earth Day. Founded in 1970 by U.S. Senator Gaylord Nelson as an environmental teach-in, it is now celebrated annually through-out the world as a way to inspire awareness and appreciation for the Earth’s environment.
If being green in your home and office is important to you, you’ll be happy to know that our Wall Slicks wall decals are Green certified! What does this mean? The raw vinyl we use has the most green process of any vinyl manufacturer and the company that makes the vinyl has met the predetermined standards to reduce environmental impact.
Also, the water-based adhesive used to apply the decals contains no-odor or volatile chemical content. This is very important when decorating the baby nursery or your children’s rooms and your own bedroom, for that matter. It’s a good feeling to know that your decorating product is not omitting any toxic chemicals into your home or office that could jeopardize your health.
If you live a green life, and you want to create a healthy environment in your home or office that spread out to your decorating choices, you’ll appreciate this green DIY decorating fact from Modern Wall Graphics.
Welcome to the Wall Slicks blog, brought to you by Modern Wall Graphics, the Original Wall Decal store. In case you haven’t heard, 5 Minutes for Mom is hosting the Ultimate Blog Party this week. Bloggers are encouraged to post a party on their site, and part of my party is a giveaway for you!
When I have a party, I LOVE beautiful decorating! Did you know vinyl wall decals are great for DIY decorating? And, what’s even better is that you can use them like party decorations and take them down when you change your mind or when the party is over! You just save the reusable backing sheet that is included and transfer them back to the sheet from your wall. Plus, there is no “sticker” residue left behind either. Who has time to clean up after a party?!?
I hope you take a few minutes to look around at our wall stickers and see if there is anything you like. Not only is 5 Minutes for Mom offering a $200 Wall Slicks giveaway, we are also going to give away to 1 lucky entrant ANY Wall Slicks wall decal of their choosing. No limit on size or price, just pick your favorite wall sticker in any of our over 40 colors and it’s yours, if you are chosen at random.
Here’s how to enter:
Browse my web site and leave a comment on my blog below telling me which wall decal you would want to win.
Want extra entries into the contest? Do one or all of the following!
Follow me on Twitter and send me an @wallslicks message in there telling me which decal you want to win.
Become a Facebook Fan and post on our wall which decal you want to win.
Make sure I have a way to reach you, by either enabling your email through wordpress, or leaving your email in the comment. One winner will be chosen at random by using random.org. The contest ends April 16th at 11:59 Pacific Time. I will announce the winner Monday April 19th. The winner has 72 hours to contact me, or another winner will be chosen.
And, don’t forget to head over to the Ultimate Blog Party on the 5 Minutes for Mom web site! Besides having links to lots of great blogs, they are also having giveaways. My top three picks would be:
Tupperware Prize Pack – the winner will receive a box filled with fun Tupperware goodies.
Provided by: Heather @ Marine Corps Nomads
1 Month Subscription to Netflix. 2 DVDs out at a time and instant viewing to your computer.
Provided by: 1stopmom
A $25 e-gift certificate to the Disney Store.
Provided by: Kristin @ Couponing to Disney
Prizes 71, 83 and 95 would also be great! Enjoy the party!
In our last post Three Steps to Define Your Decorating Style, we gave you some tips on how to figure out what your decorating style is like. We provided some exercises to go through and the result was to help you see that your style falls into one of four categories:
Classic Style – Timeless Elegance
Modern Style – Color, Contrast and Clean Lines
Cozy Style – Comfort and Warmth
Vintage Style – Eclectic, Quirky, Curvy and Historic
In this article, we will discuss what it means to have a Classic Style.
A classic never dies. With this style, you create a formal lifestyle that will most likely be “in style” forever. Traditional furniture, old world accessories and clean lines establish a look that wears very well over time and feels timeless. Think of your favorite Grace Kelly movie or take a visit to Tiffany & Co for your inspiration.
Decorate with:
Delicate furniture with tapered legs and clean lines.
Hang a grand chandelier!
Choose rich, dark woods for furnishings.
Use neutral, pale and soft colors on walls and upholstery.
Include metals, glass and marble in your decorating (like mirrors, a classic bust or interesting sculpture.)
In our next post, we will go into details on what defines the Modern Style. Until then, happy DIY decorating from your friends at Wall Slicks, the Original Wall Decal Store.
Decorating style! Everyone has one, but, I bet if someone asked you to define it, you’d have a hard time explaining exactly what it is, you just know what you like. Home decorating is an extension of your personal style. It’s all about who you are and what makes you feel comfortable, intuitively. If you want to get in touch with your personal style, follow these three steps:
Review What you Have
It’s time to take a good hard look around your house and make an honest list about what you love and don’t like about the current furnishings and décor. Create a list of “Keep” or “Replace” and walk around your house (or just the room you want to change) with a pad and pencil and put every piece of furniture and tchotchke into one of those two columns. Go with your gut on how each item makes you feel and you won’t go wrong.
Find Your Favorite Things
Look around not only your home furnishings, but, your clothes and even your jewelry and put all your favorite things into a big pile (or take digital photos of them, then print them all out to view). Pay particular attention to items that make you feel beautiful, bring you joy and inspire good feelings.
Use Your Imagination
Find a place where you can be uninterrupted for 10 minutes and close your eyes to imagine places you love and why you love to be there. This could be a vacation spot you visited, a scene from a movie or even a piece of artwork you like. With this in mind, envision what your dream home would look like. Do not put any constrains of cost or location on it. You can take this even further and imagine the most beautiful dress, jewelry and shoes you might wear to a formal occasion. Write down your answers or find images in magazines that match your ideas.
Now that you have some input on your personal style, look for commonality among the results from the three exercises to help identify your decorating style. This can be tricky, but, the basic themes will be:
Classic Style – Timeless Elegance
Modern Style – Color, Contrast and Clean Lines
Cozy Style – Comfort and Warmth
Vintage Style – Eclectic, Quirky, Curvy and Historic
We’ll post more details on each style in a future blog post. Until then, happy DIY decorating from your friends at Wall Slicks, the Original Wall Decal Store.
