Fall Outdoor Decorating 2012 Ideas
Add to the natural autumn beauty of your yard with harvest inspired outdoor decorations. This ideas will span the season from September to Thanksgiving.
Easy Pumpkin Crafts for Halloween 2012 By Kayla Kitts from HGTV
By : Kayla Kitts
Kayla Kitts is an assistant editor for HGTV.com. When she’s not scouring the internet for delicious design inspiration, she’s shopping for home decor to spruce up her apartment, spending quality time with D'Artagnan, her adopted cat, and finding any reason to be outside. Her favorite design style: eclectic with a vintage, retro vibe.
Don’t judge me when I say this: I didn’t carve my first Halloween pumpkin until I was in college. GASP! I know. Growing up, we were less into the pumpkin carving and decorating that goes into Halloween and more into the treats and dressing up. Now, pumpkin carving/decorating is a tradition for me, especially now that you can do more than just carve a silly grin across its face. (Chevrons and silhouettes, anyone?) Here are some cute, quirky and even sophisticated pumpkin-carving ideas to get your porch ready for Halloween.
Parsnip and Carrot Pumpkin Family
Use vegetables, craft foam and accessories to create a loving, or scary, pumpkin family. (Go ahead and grab the kids for this one!)
Monogrammed Pumpkin
Add a sophisticated and personalized touch to your indoor or outdoor decor with this simple monogrammed pumpkin project.
Cute Owl Pumpkin:
Keep the owl trend going strong with this easy-to-make pumpkin project. Bonus: It requires no patterns or carving skills.
2012 Bedrooms Decorating Design Ideas With Blue Color
Blue is a cool color that can also be relaxing so a blue bedroom might be the perfect place for you to crash after a long day. The alternate side is that blue paint can often end up looking like a baby boy's nursery so you want to be sure and find the perfect shade of paint so that you actually have a room you want to be in. Here are tips on balancing a blue bedroom to turn it into a sophisticated retreat and make it work with lots of different design styles.
Please take a look on pictures collections bellow. I hope you like it , Enjoy !!
Accent with Color
Add a spark of interest to your room with a bright accent color that complements the shade of blue. The soft yellow accents and painted ceiling give this blue room a fun and unique appeal. Patterned bed pillows and upholstered chairs bring texture to the room, while the red area rug ties the elements together.
Mixing Patterns
A soft, dusky blue repeats in different fabrics, including the rug, throughout the room to add variety and interest to an otherwise neutral palette. The striped walls are a subtle contrast that blends in with the rest of the patterns. If you?re using several patterns, vary the size and complexity, but you?d be wise to stay away from more than one bold print to prevent clashing.
Although this room is mostly cream, it?s the blue pattern that draws attention. Using the same print throughout the room multiplies the impact and creates unity. Here, the pattern used for the pillows is also found on the window shade and draperies, giving the room an all-over blue accent.
Walls painted a soothing spa blue create the perfect backdrop for the elegant elements of this bedroom. The stately fireplace, floor-length curtains, and large mirror add to the air of elegance. A fluffy down comforter and padded headboard keep the bedroom comfy.
Blue and white is a classic color combination that brings a warm comfort to any bedroom. The blue paisley curtains and bed skirt contrast nicely with the creamy white comforter. The striped cotton rugs add a casual cottage feel to the room. Another color option plays out overhead: The planked ceiling is painted a soft sky blue.
Keep a child?s bedroom airy and light with soft, watery blues. These tones help create a calming and welcoming atmosphere. Here, smooth walls and clean white bedding contrast the bouncy ruffles of the window treatments a sophisticated style that?s adaptable for a growing child.
Add style and sophistication to a bedroom with flowing bed curtains. In the same color as the wall, the curtains here are a subtle addition; the pink zigzag lining adds dimension and contrast. To make a statement, choose curtains in a contrasting color.
If you?re looking to do blue in your bedroom but want a little variety, try teal. The rich tone has a twinge a green, giving basic blue an eye-catching variation. In this bedroom, a soothing palette of soft teals, blue-grays, and browns brings a feeling of serenity. Add a focal point such as the mirror above the bed to attract the eye. The warm brown walls pair with the cooler blue tones to create an inviting personal retreat.
Keep darker, muted blues from becoming dreary by balancing them with lighter colors. The darker shade of blue used on the walls adds elegance to this master bedroom. The large cream-color area rug and white bedding keep the room feeling open and airy despite the walls? rich shade.
A Light Touch
Add style to your bedroom with subtle patterns. Here, the mod floral on the bed frame enlivens the room?s soft neutrals. Used in moderation, the simple design mixes with muted colors to enhance the space overall.
Enliven a subtle color palette with a kick of a contrasting hue. The red-painted bed frame in this room stands out against the softer blue tones of the bedding, walls, and draperies. The bold color also gives the vintage bed an updated vibe. Framed postcards hung above the headboard are a simple way to add an art element to the wall.
Bold Prints
Striking patterns are an excellent way to bring modern style to your bedroom. The bold blue pattern of the wallpaper and drapery fabric set against the rich brown and white bedding creates a unique, eye-catching look. Keep accessories to a minimum to enhance the modern feel.
The color blue always brings to mind thoughts of the sky. When used on a high ceiling, a light shade of blue will make your walls feel like they open to the sky. The wicker bench adds to the outdoorsy feeling of the bedroom.
Please take a look on pictures collections bellow. I hope you like it , Enjoy !!
Accent with Color
Add a spark of interest to your room with a bright accent color that complements the shade of blue. The soft yellow accents and painted ceiling give this blue room a fun and unique appeal. Patterned bed pillows and upholstered chairs bring texture to the room, while the red area rug ties the elements together.
Mixing Patterns
A soft, dusky blue repeats in different fabrics, including the rug, throughout the room to add variety and interest to an otherwise neutral palette. The striped walls are a subtle contrast that blends in with the rest of the patterns. If you?re using several patterns, vary the size and complexity, but you?d be wise to stay away from more than one bold print to prevent clashing.
Repeat for Emphasis
Although this room is mostly cream, it?s the blue pattern that draws attention. Using the same print throughout the room multiplies the impact and creates unity. Here, the pattern used for the pillows is also found on the window shade and draperies, giving the room an all-over blue accent.
Regal Retreat
Walls painted a soothing spa blue create the perfect backdrop for the elegant elements of this bedroom. The stately fireplace, floor-length curtains, and large mirror add to the air of elegance. A fluffy down comforter and padded headboard keep the bedroom comfy.
The Classic
Blue and white is a classic color combination that brings a warm comfort to any bedroom. The blue paisley curtains and bed skirt contrast nicely with the creamy white comforter. The striped cotton rugs add a casual cottage feel to the room. Another color option plays out overhead: The planked ceiling is painted a soft sky blue.
Timeless Aqua
Keep a child?s bedroom airy and light with soft, watery blues. These tones help create a calming and welcoming atmosphere. Here, smooth walls and clean white bedding contrast the bouncy ruffles of the window treatments a sophisticated style that?s adaptable for a growing child.
Great Lengths
Add style and sophistication to a bedroom with flowing bed curtains. In the same color as the wall, the curtains here are a subtle addition; the pink zigzag lining adds dimension and contrast. To make a statement, choose curtains in a contrasting color.
A Peaceful Place
If you?re looking to do blue in your bedroom but want a little variety, try teal. The rich tone has a twinge a green, giving basic blue an eye-catching variation. In this bedroom, a soothing palette of soft teals, blue-grays, and browns brings a feeling of serenity. Add a focal point such as the mirror above the bed to attract the eye. The warm brown walls pair with the cooler blue tones to create an inviting personal retreat.
Balancing Act
Keep darker, muted blues from becoming dreary by balancing them with lighter colors. The darker shade of blue used on the walls adds elegance to this master bedroom. The large cream-color area rug and white bedding keep the room feeling open and airy despite the walls? rich shade.
A Light Touch
Add style to your bedroom with subtle patterns. Here, the mod floral on the bed frame enlivens the room?s soft neutrals. Used in moderation, the simple design mixes with muted colors to enhance the space overall.
Frame It
Enliven a subtle color palette with a kick of a contrasting hue. The red-painted bed frame in this room stands out against the softer blue tones of the bedding, walls, and draperies. The bold color also gives the vintage bed an updated vibe. Framed postcards hung above the headboard are a simple way to add an art element to the wall.
Bold Prints
Striking patterns are an excellent way to bring modern style to your bedroom. The bold blue pattern of the wallpaper and drapery fabric set against the rich brown and white bedding creates a unique, eye-catching look. Keep accessories to a minimum to enhance the modern feel.
Heavenly Hue
The color blue always brings to mind thoughts of the sky. When used on a high ceiling, a light shade of blue will make your walls feel like they open to the sky. The wicker bench adds to the outdoorsy feeling of the bedroom.
New Kitchen Lighting Design Ideas 2012 From HGTV
Lighting designer Eddie Cohen of Design Light, Inc. shares his top six tips for improving task lighting in the kitchen.
Track lighting is the most multipurpose lighting since each light can be positioned to focus on different areas in the kitchen. Design by Joshua Foss.
Pendant lights are both decorative and create nice pools of light over countertops. Design by Gail Drury.
Choose light bulbs with different beam spreads for different effects. Floods are wide and create a more general lighting, while spot lighting works well to highlight specific items. Design by David Stimmel.
Recessed lighting is a great way to focus light throughout a kitchen. It is important to have a lot of light on work surfaces, such as countertops, stoves and the sink area. This type of lighting can be aimed exactly where you most need it. Design by Andreas Charalambous.
Under-cabinet lighting is great for kitchens because it focuses the light onto the countertop, which is the main work surface in a kitchen. This type of lighting is also a very inexpensive add-on for existing kitchens. There are many different light bulbs such as halogen, xenon and fluorescent that can give your kitchen a completely different effect. Halogen and incandescent light are best. Design by Andreea Avram Rusu.
In-cabinet lighting is a great accent for a kitchen. It can make finding what you need so much easier and can also make for a great look if you have glass-paneled cabinets. A bonus is that this type of lighting brings great illumination to the room. Design by Gail Drury.
Track lighting is the most multipurpose lighting since each light can be positioned to focus on different areas in the kitchen. Design by Joshua Foss.
Pendant lights are both decorative and create nice pools of light over countertops. Design by Gail Drury.
Choose light bulbs with different beam spreads for different effects. Floods are wide and create a more general lighting, while spot lighting works well to highlight specific items. Design by David Stimmel.
Small Home Office Design Ideas 2012 From HGTV
Whether placed in the corner of a room, along a wall or in an unused recess, these small spaces can make ideal home offices for those lacking square footage. Check out some of our favorite home offices that make the most of small spaces.
Corner Office
A desk tucked into a corner of a loft bedroom provides a quiet space to work, while surrounding shelves keep the space cozy and add an efficient storage solution. Design by John Gidding.
Bedside Muse
Black furnishings are sleek additions to this bedside workspace. Artwork leaned against the wall and an elegantly crafted lamp provide simple inspiration for guests. Design by David Scott.
Playful Divide
Even in a larger room, you can set aside a small amount of space for a chic home office. This space uses floor-to-ceiling shelving in a playful arrangement to partition the room. Design by John Gidding.
Closet Space
A small space between closets is just enough room for shelves and a simple desk insert. White paint keeps the space fresh, and the modern office chair of thin, bent wood beckons you to take a seat. Design by Brian Patrick Flynn.
Walled Study
If you have an empty wall, you have the perfect spot for a small-space home office. A wooden desktop atop white cabinets provides ample workspace. Extra-long wall shelves are accentuated by painting their interior red, adding a pop of color to the mostly white space. Design by RMS user just-beachy.
Work Cycle
Multitasking opportunities abound in this home office creatively placed in the laundry room. A built-in desk overlooking the deck provides a spot to catch up on e-mail and bills while waiting out the laundry.
Clean Finish
White walls and varied wood tones conspire to make a sophisticated office space tucked into a hallway. Dark wood floors add richness to the space, while the light wood drawers alternate with a white work surface to differentiate functions. A narrow wall niche provides shelving to display objets d'art for a splash of color. Design by Andreas Charalambous.
Tucked Away
Robin’s-egg blue is a sweet backdrop for this office nook, while layers of offset shelves create an informal mood above. A molded plastic Eames-inspired chair completes this tween workspace. Design by Sarah Richardson
How to Make an Illuminated Pumpkin Topiary : Halloween 2012 Ideas
We turned three plain pumpkins into a glowing centerpiece to light up a front porch, Halloween party or Thanksgiving table.
By : Joanne Palmisano
drill with large bit (optional)
scissors
extension cord
3 carving pumpkins (we used faux pumpkins by Funkin)
holiday lights with 25 to 50 clear bulbs
brilliant metal spray paint
3 strands of wire with crystal beads
dry-erase marker
painter's tarp
By : Joanne Palmisano
To make this festive centerpiece, we drilled holes in the pumpkins, painted them silver then added some holiday lights and a few crystals.
Tools and Materials
serrated knifedrill with large bit (optional)
scissors
extension cord
3 carving pumpkins (we used faux pumpkins by Funkin)
holiday lights with 25 to 50 clear bulbs
brilliant metal spray paint
3 strands of wire with crystal beads
dry-erase marker
painter's tarp
Carve and Cut
Carve a hole in the bottom and the top of the three pumpkins and remove the innards. On the bottom pumpkin, make the hole a little to the side so the light strand's plug can get through. Do not cut hole near the stem in the top pumpkin. The hole has to be big enough to be able to put your hand in and pull the light strands through the holes.
Mark for Light Holes
Use a dry-erase marker to make small circles where you want the bulbs to come out of the pumpkins.
Cut Light Holes
Use a serrated knife or a drill to cut out the circles. Double check the size by inserting one of the bulb sockets (take the bulb out to test it). Make the hole bigger until the socket can fit through, but not too big — you don't want the bulb to slide out.
Paint
Place the pumpkins on a tarp and spray-paint them with the brilliant metal paint. Let them dry.
Prep the Lights
Check that the lights are working and then remove all the bulbs from their sockets. This will make it easier to thread the strand through the pumpkins.
Thread the Lights
Starting with the bottom pumpkin, pull the sockets through the holes and then screw on the bulb to keep it in place. Make sure you leave enough of the strand to come out of the bottom of the pumpkin and plug into an extension cord or outlet. Work your way up the pumpkin and then come out the top and move into the next pumpkin. Leave some wiggle room in between.
Add Extra Sparkle
Wrap the pumpkins with crystal strands (cut to size if necessary) around the bottom, middle and top to give the topiary a little extra glamour.
2012 Bargain Window Treatment Ideas
Instantly transform simple store-bought panels into something special with these quick and easy window treatment ideas.
Designed by Elaine Koonce
Flower Style
Faux flowers find a new use on these panels. Randomly placed flowers add dramatic visual appeal to plain green window panels. For a look that's not as cohesive and a little more fun, choose a variety of faux florals for a flower patch panel.
Flower Style: Make It
How to Make It
Go to a craft store and find faux flowers that fit the look you're going for.
Pop flower heads off the stems.
Arrange flower heads on a panel and glue in place with a hot-glue gun.
Tip: Lay down protective covering on working surface to keep glue from leaking through.
Achieve a designer look at the fraction of the price with this creative design. Search your local fabric store for discount fabric that can be used to create window panels. Then put your creativity to the test by sketching out a leafy design that fits your style.
How to Make It
For one large branch, trace out the pattern first with a white chalk.
Make three size leaves on card stock; cut out pattern.
Trace the leaves on the branch pattern.
Using acrylic or fabric paint, hand-paint branch and leaves.
Let dry. Use a cloth to wipe off excess chalk.
Fun and whimsical, this unique look is simple to duplicate. All you need are a handful of buttons and some creativity.
How to Make It
Arrange the buttons in a pattern you like on the panel.
Using fabric glue, glue the buttons into place.
Lay flat to dry.
Romanticize any room with this bold drapery that beckons the princess inside us all. A pretty two-tone effect adds visual interest but does not take away from the beautiful delicacy of the detailing in the sheers.
How to Make It
Make a cut at the top of the sheer, tear (do not cut across).
Fold over and iron, repeat.
Sew seam.
Fold sides over (twice) and iron and sew.
Sew the top of the sheer to the top of the panel.
Cut the bottom length 2 inches longer than the panel; iron, fold and hem.
Finish off with a diamond belt clip.
These floor-length panels are great for a kids' playroom or bedroom. Not only will your little ones love seeing their names in big letters, but they can help make these easy treatments.
How to Make It
Purchase 9-inch oil-based board stencils.
Overlap boards so letters are at the desired distance apart.
Trace stencil with a pencil; remove the cardboard stencils.
Paint inside the drawn lines.
From traditional to modern, this treatment is perfect for any decorating style. Sheer blocks allow some light into the room but do not take away from the privacy functionality of a solid panel.
How to Make It
Lay panels flat, then place three poster boards cut to 14 x 22 inches on top, making sure the distance between the three boards is even.
Use a white chalk to trace around the boards; remove boards.
Cut out squares.
Lay your sheer fabric over the holes, pin into place and cut the sheer to size.
Move the panel to an ironing board. Lay flat again and use iron-on adhesive to secure in place. (Make sure iron is on medium heat so you don't melt the sheer.)
Use 7/8-inch chocolate grosgrain ribbon to finish off front cuts and secure with a 3/4-inch iron-on adhesive.
Iron both front and back to help adhere the adhesive.
Top It with a Scarf
Scarves are a great way to add color and texture to your treatment, yet still maintain a tailored look. If you're having trouble finding two of the same kind, opt for scarves that have similar patterns or colors.
How to Make It
Purchase two women's dress scarves in patterns and colors that fit your decor.
Cut in half, hem.
Lay them over top of panel and pin in place.
Sew one at a time (bottoms scarf first).
You can take any pair of plain drapes and dress them up in a few easy steps. Because the panels are embellished only in thin stripes, the more detail the better. We chose to use several types of ribbon, buttons, and beaded trim for our treatment, but the list of embellishments is endless.
How to Make It
Purchase several different ribbons, trims and buttons in the color combination of your choice.
Plan an arrangement of layers.
Measure and draw a line across the panel to line up the beaded trim. Continue to add the other layers above and below the center ribbon.
Use an iron-on adhesive for the ribbon and flat trims.
Use fabric glue for the smaller, round, and irregular shaped trims.
To complete the look, glue on buttons.
It's never been simpler to take an existing window panel and make it fabulous. If you are new to do-it-yourself projects, this embellished window treatment idea is perfect for you.
How to Make It
Purchase three colors and sizes of ribbon.
Cut large ribbon to 8 inches, second size to 6 inches, and small to 4 inches.
Iron all ribbon in half.
Line up the three sizes together, pin in place and sew a quick stitch at top to secure.
Draw a line across the panel where embellishment is desired.
Pin ribbon blocks in place. Then stitch across the length of the ribbon to secure it to the panel (you can also use iron-on adhesive to make this a no-sew project).
Using an iron-on adhesive, secure medium and small ribbon in horizontal strips, to complete the look.
Designed by Elaine Koonce
Flower Style
Faux flowers find a new use on these panels. Randomly placed flowers add dramatic visual appeal to plain green window panels. For a look that's not as cohesive and a little more fun, choose a variety of faux florals for a flower patch panel.
Flower Style: Make It
How to Make It
Go to a craft store and find faux flowers that fit the look you're going for.
Pop flower heads off the stems.
Arrange flower heads on a panel and glue in place with a hot-glue gun.
Tip: Lay down protective covering on working surface to keep glue from leaking through.
Branching Out
Achieve a designer look at the fraction of the price with this creative design. Search your local fabric store for discount fabric that can be used to create window panels. Then put your creativity to the test by sketching out a leafy design that fits your style.
Branching Out: Make It
How to Make It
For one large branch, trace out the pattern first with a white chalk.
Make three size leaves on card stock; cut out pattern.
Trace the leaves on the branch pattern.
Using acrylic or fabric paint, hand-paint branch and leaves.
Let dry. Use a cloth to wipe off excess chalk.
Button Burst
Fun and whimsical, this unique look is simple to duplicate. All you need are a handful of buttons and some creativity.
Button Burst: Make It
How to Make It
Arrange the buttons in a pattern you like on the panel.
Using fabric glue, glue the buttons into place.
Lay flat to dry.
Sheer Elegance
Romanticize any room with this bold drapery that beckons the princess inside us all. A pretty two-tone effect adds visual interest but does not take away from the beautiful delicacy of the detailing in the sheers.
Sheer Elegance: Make It
How to Make It
Make a cut at the top of the sheer, tear (do not cut across).
Fold over and iron, repeat.
Sew seam.
Fold sides over (twice) and iron and sew.
Sew the top of the sheer to the top of the panel.
Cut the bottom length 2 inches longer than the panel; iron, fold and hem.
Finish off with a diamond belt clip.
Say It with Stencils
These floor-length panels are great for a kids' playroom or bedroom. Not only will your little ones love seeing their names in big letters, but they can help make these easy treatments.
Say It with Stencils: Make It
How to Make It
Purchase 9-inch oil-based board stencils.
Overlap boards so letters are at the desired distance apart.
Trace stencil with a pencil; remove the cardboard stencils.
Paint inside the drawn lines.
Blocked Beauty
From traditional to modern, this treatment is perfect for any decorating style. Sheer blocks allow some light into the room but do not take away from the privacy functionality of a solid panel.
Blocked Beauty: Make It
How to Make It
Lay panels flat, then place three poster boards cut to 14 x 22 inches on top, making sure the distance between the three boards is even.
Use a white chalk to trace around the boards; remove boards.
Cut out squares.
Lay your sheer fabric over the holes, pin into place and cut the sheer to size.
Move the panel to an ironing board. Lay flat again and use iron-on adhesive to secure in place. (Make sure iron is on medium heat so you don't melt the sheer.)
Use 7/8-inch chocolate grosgrain ribbon to finish off front cuts and secure with a 3/4-inch iron-on adhesive.
Iron both front and back to help adhere the adhesive.
Top It with a Scarf
Scarves are a great way to add color and texture to your treatment, yet still maintain a tailored look. If you're having trouble finding two of the same kind, opt for scarves that have similar patterns or colors.
Top It with a Scarf: Make It
How to Make It
Purchase two women's dress scarves in patterns and colors that fit your decor.
Cut in half, hem.
Lay them over top of panel and pin in place.
Sew one at a time (bottoms scarf first).
Trim & Ribbon Treatment
You can take any pair of plain drapes and dress them up in a few easy steps. Because the panels are embellished only in thin stripes, the more detail the better. We chose to use several types of ribbon, buttons, and beaded trim for our treatment, but the list of embellishments is endless.
Trim & Ribbon Treatment: Make It
How to Make It
Purchase several different ribbons, trims and buttons in the color combination of your choice.
Plan an arrangement of layers.
Measure and draw a line across the panel to line up the beaded trim. Continue to add the other layers above and below the center ribbon.
Use an iron-on adhesive for the ribbon and flat trims.
Use fabric glue for the smaller, round, and irregular shaped trims.
To complete the look, glue on buttons.
Ribbon Masterpiece
It's never been simpler to take an existing window panel and make it fabulous. If you are new to do-it-yourself projects, this embellished window treatment idea is perfect for you.
Ribbon Masterpiece: Make It
How to Make It
Purchase three colors and sizes of ribbon.
Cut large ribbon to 8 inches, second size to 6 inches, and small to 4 inches.
Iron all ribbon in half.
Line up the three sizes together, pin in place and sew a quick stitch at top to secure.
Draw a line across the panel where embellishment is desired.
Pin ribbon blocks in place. Then stitch across the length of the ribbon to secure it to the panel (you can also use iron-on adhesive to make this a no-sew project).
Using an iron-on adhesive, secure medium and small ribbon in horizontal strips, to complete the look.
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