Decorate Smart Home Decorating Blog http://www.decoratesmart.net/blog Blogging to Beautify Spaces Intelligently Wed, 30 Jul 2008 04:52:08 +0000 http://wordpress.org/?v=2.3.2 en 1603388http://www.feedburner.comSubscribe with My Yahoo!Subscribe with NewsGatorSubscribe with My AOLSubscribe with RojoSubscribe with BloglinesSubscribe with NetvibesSubscribe with GoogleSubscribe with PageflakesSubscribe with PlusmoSubscribe with FeedLoungeSubscribe with The Free DictionarySubscribe with Bitty BrowserSubscribe with Live.comSubscribe with Excite MIXSubscribe with Yourminis.comSubscribe with Attensa for OutlookSubscribe with WebwagSubscribe with netomat HubSubscribe with Daily RotationSubscribe with Podcast ReadySubscribe with FlurrySubscribe with ParticlsAdd to Any Feed ReaderSubscribe with fwicki Let there be light bulbs http://www.decoratesmart.net/blog/let-there-be-light-bulbs/ http://www.decoratesmart.net/blog/let-there-be-light-bulbs/#comments Wed, 30 Jul 2008 04:52:08 +0000 Lorraine http://www.decoratesmart.net/blog/let-there-be-light-bulbs/ I was a real fluorescent-light hater for many years, until I discovered that many of today’s compact fluorescent light bulbs can look just as pretty as incandescents. Now all the lights in our home (and they’re a lot… I like a bright home!) have been replaced with CFLs. Not only do they have longer lifespans, [...] CFL Light BulbI was a real fluorescent-light hater for many years, until I discovered that many of today’s compact fluorescent light bulbs can look just as pretty as incandescents. Now all the lights in our home (and they’re a lot… I like a bright home!) have been replaced with CFLs. Not only do they have longer lifespans, they have way better energy efficiency.

I always, always buy them in Warm (or Soft) White. Order compact fluorescent light bulbs online at 1000Bulbs.com »

]]> http://www.decoratesmart.net/blog/let-there-be-light-bulbs/feed/ 600 Count Sheets http://www.decoratesmart.net/blog/600-count-sheets/ http://www.decoratesmart.net/blog/600-count-sheets/#comments Sun, 27 Jul 2008 17:06:29 +0000 Lorraine http://www.decoratesmart.net/blog/600-count-sheets/ If these aren’t the ultimate in bedroom luxury, I don’t know what is! They’re 600 Thread Count Egyptian Cotton sheets - and we all know that the higher the thread count, the softer and more durable the sheet. Because you’re worth it. Egyptian Cotton 600 Thread Count Sheet Set: $79.99 at Overstock.com » If these aren’t the ultimate in bedroom luxury, I don’t know what is! They’re 600 Thread Count Egyptian Cotton sheets - and we all know that the higher the thread count, the softer and more durable the sheet. Because you’re worth it.

Egyptian Cotton 600 Thread Count Sheet Set: $79.99 at Overstock.com »

]]> http://www.decoratesmart.net/blog/600-count-sheets/feed/ Blue Crystal Chandelier http://www.decoratesmart.net/blog/blue-crystal-chandelier/ http://www.decoratesmart.net/blog/blue-crystal-chandelier/#comments Tue, 15 Apr 2008 06:50:37 +0000 Lorraine http://www.decoratesmart.net/blog/blue-crystal-chandelier/ What’s the quickest way to glam up any space in your home? With a chandelier- a crystal one, in particular. This turquoise blue beauty is adorned with beads and crystals, and finished in silver. Also available in clear (for that classic sparkle!) with a bronze finish. Get it for $169.99 at ShopNBC, or check out other [...] Crystal ChandelierWhat’s the quickest way to glam up any space in your home? With a chandelier- a crystal one, in particular. This turquoise blue beauty is adorned with beads and crystals, and finished in silver. Also available in clear (for that classic sparkle!) with a bronze finish.

Get it for $169.99 at ShopNBC, or check out other gorgeously decadent crystal chandeliers at our shop »

]]> http://www.decoratesmart.net/blog/blue-crystal-chandelier/feed/ The Artful Home Art Sale http://www.decoratesmart.net/blog/the-artful-home-art-sale/ http://www.decoratesmart.net/blog/the-artful-home-art-sale/#comments Tue, 15 Apr 2008 03:28:14 +0000 Lorraine http://www.decoratesmart.net/blog/the-artful-home-art-sale/ One of my favorite online shops ever, The Artful Home, is offering up some great deals for Mother’s Day: Wishing to bring beauty into your home? Save 15% on all art at The Artful Home April 22 - 29. Use code: WISHLIST48 at checkout. The special sale runs from April 22 to 29 only, so better get [...] One of my favorite online shops ever, The Artful Home, is offering up some great deals for Mother’s Day:

Wishing to bring beauty into your home? Save 15% on all art at The Artful Home April 22 - 29. Use code: WISHLIST48 at checkout.

The special sale runs from April 22 to 29 only, so better get to it!

]]> http://www.decoratesmart.net/blog/the-artful-home-art-sale/feed/ Black Nickel Cabinet Knobs http://www.decoratesmart.net/blog/black-nickel-cabinet-knobs/ http://www.decoratesmart.net/blog/black-nickel-cabinet-knobs/#comments Wed, 02 Apr 2008 15:15:16 +0000 Lorraine http://www.decoratesmart.net/blog/black-nickel-cabinet-knobs/ Most home decorators know that the quickest way to update a piece of furniture- or, indeed, a room- is to change the cabinet hardware. I’m talking about those knobs and pulls, which are available in so many styles now it’s mind-boggling! This Black Nickel knob from Amerock is sleek and shiny- and may be just [...] Most home decorators know that the quickest way to update a piece of furniture- or, indeed, a room- is to change the cabinet hardware. I’m talking about those knobs and pulls, which are available in so many styles now it’s mind-boggling! This Black Nickel knob from Amerock is sleek and shiny- and may be just the thing to modernize that sidetable you think is hopeless. $1.08 at Amazon »

]]> http://www.decoratesmart.net/blog/black-nickel-cabinet-knobs/feed/ USB Turntable http://www.decoratesmart.net/blog/usb-turntable/ http://www.decoratesmart.net/blog/usb-turntable/#comments Sat, 22 Mar 2008 13:13:59 +0000 Lorraine http://www.decoratesmart.net/blog/usb-turntable/ We’re still in the early stages of creating our home music studio- and this USB turntable from Sony has just gone on our must-buy list! Not only will we be able to play records (yes, vinyl records!) on it, but because it’s USB, we’ll be able to transfer from our old records to our computers. The USB [...] USB Stereo Turntable PS-LX300USBWe’re still in the early stages of creating our home music studio- and this USB turntable from Sony has just gone on our must-buy list!

Not only will we be able to play records (yes, vinyl records!) on it, but because it’s USB, we’ll be able to transfer from our old records to our computers.

The USB Stereo Turntable PS-LX300USB is $149.99 at SonyStyle.com »

]]> http://www.decoratesmart.net/blog/usb-turntable/feed/ Sink Infatuation http://www.decoratesmart.net/blog/kohler-english-trellis-sink/ http://www.decoratesmart.net/blog/kohler-english-trellis-sink/#comments Tue, 18 Mar 2008 09:36:43 +0000 Lorraine http://www.decoratesmart.net/blog/kohler-english-trellis-sink/ A few days ago, I visited our local hardware store looking for a new handheld shower (the subject of another post!), and stopped dead in my tracks when I saw this, Kohler’s White English Trellis Pedestal Lavatory. It’s part of Kohler’s “Artist Editions” and would be just perfect in our guest bathroom. Or our master bathroom. [...] Kohler English TrellisA few days ago, I visited our local hardware store looking for a new handheld shower (the subject of another post!), and stopped dead in my tracks when I saw this, Kohler’s White English Trellis Pedestal Lavatory.

It’s part of Kohler’s “Artist Editions” and would be just perfect in our guest bathroom. Or our master bathroom. This beautiful, beautiful, beautiful piece is $995.04 at Designer Plumbing Outlet »

]]> http://www.decoratesmart.net/blog/kohler-english-trellis-sink/feed/ It’s a Bench! It’s a Chest! http://www.decoratesmart.net/blog/its-a-bench-its-a-chest/ http://www.decoratesmart.net/blog/its-a-bench-its-a-chest/#comments Sun, 16 Mar 2008 08:03:18 +0000 Greta http://www.decoratesmart.net/blog/its-a-bench-its-a-chest/ I firmly believe that you can never have enough storage, and now that we’re spending more and more time outdoors (yay, Spring!) I’ve been looking to adding more seating to our patio and by the pool. This storage bench is a winner for me- it’s made of special insect and weather resistant cedar, and features [...] Cedar Storage BenchI firmly believe that you can never have enough storage, and now that we’re spending more and more time outdoors (yay, Spring!) I’ve been looking to adding more seating to our patio and by the pool. This storage bench is a winner for me- it’s made of special insect and weather resistant cedar, and features a weatherproof cushion top. Beautiful… and useful!

The 52" Cedar Storage Bench is $189 at OutdoorDecor.com »

]]> http://www.decoratesmart.net/blog/its-a-bench-its-a-chest/feed/ Tray Chic http://www.decoratesmart.net/blog/tray-chic/ http://www.decoratesmart.net/blog/tray-chic/#comments Sat, 15 Mar 2008 08:11:19 +0000 Lorraine http://www.decoratesmart.net/blog/tray-chic/ This Rectangular Tray with Handles by Alessi Recinto is just the thing for your carrying needs! From glasses of iced tea, to bowls of your favorite Ben & Jerry’s, you can hold them proudly aloft with style. $154 at Forzieri.com » This Rectangular Tray with Handles by Alessi Recinto is just the thing for your carrying needs! From glasses of iced tea, to bowls of your favorite Ben & Jerry’s, you can hold them proudly aloft with style.

$154 at Forzieri.com »

]]> http://www.decoratesmart.net/blog/tray-chic/feed/ Decorating a Home Music Studio http://www.decoratesmart.net/blog/decorating-a-home-music-studio/ http://www.decoratesmart.net/blog/decorating-a-home-music-studio/#comments Wed, 05 Mar 2008 09:02:14 +0000 Lorraine http://www.decoratesmart.net/blog/decorating-a-home-music-studio/ My husband used to sing with several bands- and although he never really did it “professionally”, one of the topmost things on his wishlist for life is to have his very own music studio at home. Lately, there have been talks of putting one of the bands back together… and because I’m such an awesome [...] My husband used to sing with several bands- and although he never really did it “professionally”, one of the topmost things on his wishlist for life is to have his very own music studio at home. Lately, there have been talks of putting one of the bands back together… and because I’m such an awesome wife, we’re turning our attic (currently used for storage) into a practice-slash-recording studio.

Now while my husband takes care of all the “technical” stuff, I’ve been busying myself searching for decor that’ll make it the coolest looking home studio around. Here are some of my finds…

Beatles Yellow Submarine PosterThe Beatles Yellow Submarine Poster
Most Beatles posters are cool, but this one, with its vibrant colors and psychedelic artwork, is my favorite.

Measures 22×34 and available for $4.98 at Amazon.com »

We’ll need quite a bit of extra seating up there, and for that I absolutely adore these ottomans from The Artful Home!

Called the “Marco Polo Trio”, they’re available as a set or individually. $3500 for the set at The Artful Home »

This floor lamp was “inspired by the foliage of nature”- and we could definitely use some nature up in the attic! Best of all, my husband loves it too (he’s still on the fence about the ottomans!)

$253.30 at Lighting by Gregory »

The aptly named ColoRiffic Pendulum-Style Guitar Wall Clock will serve two functions in our home studio: remind my husband when it’s time to stop - and look SO cool! “Pendulum-style” means that the handle of this clock swings!

A steal for $24.95 at Music123 »

The studio will need some good, heavy curtains to help soundproofing. I like these microsuede tab top curtain panels which are a bargain for $15.99! They look gorgeously rich, too. From Overstock.com »

And finally, I simply have to get a couple of these LP Snack Trays for bringing the band their snacks on. They’re created by New York artist Jeff Davis from real vinyl records. Perfect, and just $25 at Uncommon Goods »

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