Solutions to Make a Small Home Livable 2013 Decorating Ideas

<div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: left;"></div>Living with limited space can be a challenge. See how these homeowners streamlines and uses smart storage to make tight rooms livable.<br /><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: center;"><br /></div><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: center;"><img border="0" height="640" src="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEi7gCLKJgY2uadKjgGG4zNknR2mU19vBVi811W0DCt_T9g-fLEBD45Z7qzki8fOIa9GpTdPMEEq6xmIhgTFsZNHYuSlXdwvRo2O__HSQ2aH-Uqr8cARI1qnzcZduz1GuPmbqT5-i5SX4hoa/s640/Solutions-to-Make-Small-Home-Livable-2013-Decorating-Ideas-4.jpg" width="480" /></div><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: center;"><span class="heading2"><span style="color: orange; font-size: large;"><b>Double Duty</b></span></span></div><div style="text-align: center;">When space is at a premium, turn seating into storage. Here, a banquette located across from the kitchen island houses small appliances and dog food beneath the cushioned seats.</div><div style="text-align: center;"><br /></div><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: center;"><img border="0" height="640" src="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEixQWT1YgJ85jkxsF3Gg3HttuMO_CnUXbfmzMGAsN9TPZhr-Bec_KKlDA-nxAWlTdGrM0VJwrGd2UCkDh1PyNzrrV50OkuoO8cgIrZ2MjS7qxvc-FNq1VtuR6GM2Oz_lzT9q_PDowZqxTV0/s640/Solutions-to-Make-Small-Home-Livable-2013-Decorating-Ideas.jpg" width="480" /></div><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: center;"><br /></div><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: center;"><span class="heading2"><span style="color: orange; font-size: large;"><b>Perfect Pairing</b></span></span></div><div style="text-align: center;">Even small homes can live large, thanks to smart furniture choices and use of space. When space is limited, keep scale in mind and find furniture that isn't oversize. A glass coffee table and sofa and chairs with exposed legs do the trick in this tight living room.</div><div style="text-align: center;"><br /></div><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: center;"><img border="0" height="640" src="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEjwfFpG685Z-019QBaMJoWfFZtKU8ZvdWoID9kceSamyBTTLFkZrOIDYEmTFe4mfTLf2wKiyogyOETp_x6x3q8p4ojtxNkUDzE4_daYN4efwjJVUZTT4g_qqJOn2VoIpGSDGW6HjFPa0RX-/s640/Solutions-to-Make-Small-Home-Livable-2013-Decorating-Ideas-2.jpg" width="480" /></div><div style="text-align: center;"><br /></div><div style="text-align: center;"><span class="heading2"><span style="color: orange; font-size: large;"><b>Expand the Space</b></span></span><br />Mirrors reflect light, which will make a space feel larger than it is. This living room is filled with dark, rich finishes, but the space is anything but cavelike thanks to large windows which let in lots of natural light and plenty of reflective surfaces, such as this mirror above the fireplace.<br /><br /><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: center;"><img border="0" height="640" src="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEhzn2WYjUCVhaQqQ49bWEF-jfNMeoYIqVTWYgKIxLvfaMRs1Jq1-3MI4Qh_oCyFNkXSJS1zZQMHDXjx5tBu2nR5LjydlrS1YSOhYrjCAraH8wVWp9ac0MvZNoD_O80H6SFiVc93adUngyOk/s640/Solutions-to-Make-Small-Home-Livable-2013-Decorating-Ideas-3.jpg" width="480" /></div><br /><span class="heading2"><span style="color: orange; font-size: large;"><b>Crisp and Clean</b></span></span><br />Creating storage in a small kitchen can be tricky. Designing a storage smart island such as this one is the perfect way to maximize a tight space. And the centered pulls add a nice personal touch by making the cabinet doors look like old fashioned bins.<br /><br /><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: center;"><img border="0" height="640" src="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEhCY3ZRUNUWkWzudTdElahOu-bbZKt29p-U8m1f1euY1tyCRGok9alPSPCNV2mpza3cdhTNG0a_KX7YdaCm9MnoO_Vb5zrgqhvzn86oIYF4OpcIb-2wM5h_qHsVBlKjkAlLukbaiUaDJ5Z0/s640/Solutions-to-Make-Small-Home-Livable-2013-Decorating-Ideas-5.jpg" width="480" /></div><br /><span class="heading2"><span style="color: orange; font-size: large;"><b>Lighten Up</b></span></span><br />The amount of light is always important in a small space. In the dining room, shades that close from either the bottom up or top down allow flexibility in both light control and privacy. The padded window seat offers another comfy spot to read or relax .<br /><br /><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: center;"><img border="0" height="640" src="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEjBMbDCOyjyWyDEFfvoYNPL2tHX9LsYRmqW7yuKpRaLJFfsWg3pKdGacC8dOUh6uALTiM5GkAODx8UFmu8LdALgzn5jRqtany2P62ao20SpHBGHtp5okfhywtmO88RuZA_u8epscYUqUAE_/s640/Solutions-to-Make-Small-Home-Livable-2013-Decorating-Ideas-6.jpg" width="480" /></div><br /><span class="heading2"><span style="color: orange; font-size: large;"><b>Display Cabinet</b></span></span><br />A dining room hutch can hold storage overflow from the kitchen. Items not used every day, such as serving dishes and linens, can be housed in a dining room hutch to make space for kitchen essentials in cabinets. Glass doors provide depth and allow you to display your finest dishware. Also, the all white walls of the dining room reflect sunlight and make the space appear larger.<br /><br /><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: center;"><img border="0" height="640" src="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEiDjxv0rZD9beiupo_3Zr9u4VIGOUZHUUXg2Xv2iPcPXHL15j2mrQWyGqr_hcqZ6zLIBuqplXBK76cZOpITdLdGS-JWnHVVnKe41XToArs6xWkmWv6B2H0RWEm6S3wxhvBlsdn1Nrg8qJtj/s640/Solutions-to-Make-Small-Home-Livable-2013-Decorating-Ideas-7.jpg" width="480" /></div><br /><span class="heading2"><span style="color: orange; font-size: large;"><b>Cozy Den</b></span></span><br />The same principles used in the living room are applied in the narrow den to create an inviting space. Shades of white and gray, plus a mirror above the sofa, reflect light, and appropriately scaled furniture comfortably fills the space. Consider placing a sleeper sofa in a den so it can double as a guest room.<br /><br /><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: center;"><img border="0" height="640" src="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEiUhkl_gxFNqNC2rL4LwMApIFNLhqqMmKUo3FH55-KDEOyHFngveYKHb1X3O1KZgQyexN3HTLZ__c4uQsTLzfqqNm5gxJiEtXIzHRRAcVpdSy0Lqor6nK2lvNQeyA6KXSe0Yi6U36zvcUhA/s640/Solutions-to-Make-Small-Home-Livable-2013-Decorating-Ideas-8.jpg" width="480" /></div><br /><span class="heading2"><span style="color: orange; font-size: large;"><b>Literary Arts</b></span></span><br />When wall space is limited, even books can serve as artwork. Here, stacked rather than upright books serve as pedestals and artful backdrops for a few favorite pieces in the den. Also, the light color painted trim and ceiling create the illusion of height in a tiny room.<br /><br /><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: center;"><img border="0" height="640" src="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEhvfhCfCZGztOL92skVZcM5DhZw9w8riXaCpTHZ64D9UtlTgqpNvqjUE5ydtKGAL_qJYMJJ2T3WiO-9KkaEisjLzCQ87QBMJSP-pKgf8JyZmaoIfyigK3IvR7ulTVHM87Qo14MdEdNCTcKM/s640/Solutions-to-Make-Small-Home-Livable-2013-Decorating-Ideas-9.jpg" width="480" /></div><br /><span class="heading2"><span style="color: orange; font-size: large;"><b>Relaxation Station</b></span></span><br />Window seats maximize the functionality of small or awkward nooks. The bed and dresser in this bedroom take up most of the floor space, but a window seat tucked into a narrow nook adds a comfy seating area. Topped with a thick cushion and soft pillows, the master bedroom window seat becomes the perfect place to read and relax. And the pop of bright pink upholstery adds a nice contrast to the subtle hues of the rest of the room .<br /><br /></div>

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2013 Bedroom Color Schemes From BHG

<div dir="ltr" style="text-align: left;" trbidi="on">Whether you crave a palette of bright colors or prefer a soothing scheme of neutrals for your bedroom, find inspiration from these bedrooms that showcase colors perfectly. <br /><br /><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: center;"><img border="0" height="640" src="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEjEl4WsVPCLEkWZjRn4kNuhbYhyphenhyphenNp2UrTv2e8yo8f_lRPruMEqO2ziPAKR3k1uYEja8uOBdQxi4Qt-BDLAzkbjoWNvJW7xmtbGtBaejwcDdT2BHE0jFIFwmHyZHNbYS7Il4F7S5nO8YFJA/s640/2013-Bedroom-Color-Schemes.jpg" width="480" /></div><br /><div style="text-align: center;"><span style="font-size: large;"><br /></span></div><div style="text-align: center;"><b style="color: orange; font-size: x-large;">Peppy Color Scheme </b></div><br /><div style="text-align: center;"><span style="color: orange;"><b>Coral-Orange + Aqua Blue + Latte White</b></span></div><div style="text-align: center;">Neutral walls and furniture in shades of similar warm white create a cloudlike backdrop for vibrant coral-orange and aqua blue. Abstract floral print shams on the bed provide the inspiration for the color scheme and the rest of the room's elements follow suit. To start your bedroom color scheme, find a pillow or bedspread with colors you love and build from there. Often, bedding comes in coordinated sets, but don't be afraid to break them up. Mix and match, or leave parts of the set out. For example, nix the bed skirt that matches the pillows and opt for a version in a solid color that blends with the rest of the bedding.</div><div style="text-align: center;"><br /></div><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: center;"><img border="0" height="640" src="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEhcpuKwX7aD-KupHzv5EbNNpxeMbZwue-KxiaxtxPi8l2SVS8CbHNuKIiRPOAYHuATPiVDVxNxuJr1wa8to8bYhYRfm7vm6bP72U3xy-hYsh2xJc23_jpHAK0qKsBgswpGVKAiSTYOJs5g/s640/2013-Bedroom-Color-Schemes-2.jpg" width="480" /></div><div style="text-align: center;"><br /></div><div style="text-align: center;"><span style="color: orange; font-size: large;"><b>Fashion-Forward Color Scheme </b></span></div><div style="text-align: center;"><span style="color: orange;"><b>Slate + Lemon + Cloud </b></span></div><div style="text-align: center;">The oh-so fashionable color palette of gray and yellow makes a bold statement in this petite bedroom. A rich slate on the walls leans heavily towards the blue end of the gray spectrum and is the star of the scheme. Cloud-color bedding continues the gray parade, and yellow on the pillows, ottomans, and accessories brings a partly sunny vibe to the chic grays.</div><div style="text-align: center;"><br /></div><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: center;"><img border="0" height="640" src="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEicX0VD2HrTa6mwYjEjS4Hn802RC8d36M1AanJhGPPydgrbl4RL3RyP460p6OSLPFEaw5ilQhdW7zhAGx0W1Ixir4HFZoA1P7FwzBaMy2xFONNCwzM5JHL9i8zXJ-WO1218xdkhp4KfUGQ/s640/2013-Bedroom-Color-Schemes-3.jpg" width="480" /></div><div style="text-align: center;"><br /></div><div style="text-align: center;"><span style="color: orange; font-size: large;"><b>Snowy White Color Scheme </b></span></div><div style="text-align: center;"><span style="color: orange;"><b>Pearl White + Cream + Black </b></span></div><div style="text-align: center;">Evoking the look of freshly fallen snow, this cottage-style bedroom combines pearly whites with softer yellow-based whites for a look that is undeniably soothing and graceful. A mirrored nightstand and oval mirror above the bed break up the blanket of white, as do hints of black.</div><div style="text-align: center;"><br /></div><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: center;"><img border="0" height="640" src="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEg9vFY0HkNBSxcZubl0nWSrSOL72K2gzRdQBw3mec0h3f1ucobMMn-gRAWy0Z_UUFrxT3I0fbMHnWxwIlVRIOF1fTYjS4rIcAAZn_95Uk3e4uUsrAPppo00DIroguJtM9QhcFDB182NhGk/s640/2013-Bedroom-Color-Schemes-4.jpg" width="480" /></div><div style="text-align: center;"><br /></div><div style="text-align: center;"><span style="color: orange; font-size: large;"><b>Modern Color Scheme </b></span></div><div style="text-align: center;"><span style="color: orange;"><b>Bright Sky Blue + Cool White + Warm Oak </b></span></div><div style="text-align: center;">Blue is a quintessential classic, but its enduring legacy works in modern settings as well. To achieve the look, sky blue is used with crisp white as well as clean-lined furniture and accessories in this bedroom. The wall color, a shade lighter than the bedding and drapes, maintains the modern monochromatic color scheme, but pulls back the walls slightly to allow the other elements, such as the architectural bed in warm oak, to shine.</div><div style="text-align: center;"><br /></div><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: center;"><img border="0" height="640" src="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEi2VXZOsYksDU6PfTz3N7xoYSoXTR96OdXMrSN22hzYrVpU6rUIzQ-VZx2LcOTiUDOKoDNEk_g4eUKvIi1u5Hz0ks8oglZjgAxdJIU_ynVr6YNHCAqWHL1TgoZ3RBNQ5EaV-CRhdgCKUnU/s640/2013-Bedroom-Color-Schemes-5.jpg" width="480" /></div><div style="text-align: center;"><br /></div><div style="text-align: center;"><span style="color: orange; font-size: large;"><b>Classic Global Color Scheme </b></span></div><div style="text-align: center;"><span style="color: orange;"><b>Poppy Red + Mink Gray </b></span></div><div style="text-align: center;">Gray gets pulled into the excitement of red, creating a traditional bedroom alive with global-inspired motifs. Red bedding and pillows turn a simple sleigh bed into a focal point and mink gray walls temper the rich red and crisp white palette. Block and ikat prints bring global flair to the space. The curtains dial back on red and rely on a palette of brown, black, and orange, a move that acknowledges the red's presence, but seeks to not overuse the crimson hue in the space.</div><div style="text-align: center;"><br /></div><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: center;"><img border="0" height="640" src="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEhxZnjSmKJ_FeKv0LHNHOPELbmSPk1f9B0MzThSKralBOJvMH6X5Tz-la_zgPlwVa8ogTsY7TryzPydxYSEsolqH5pYLci1kuAe-9xxmjgvOsOIHui4966LgJImiZ6Gq4AzOErcozxEeTw/s640/2013-Bedroom-Color-Schemes-6.jpg" width="480" /></div><div style="text-align: center;"><br /></div><div style="text-align: center;"><span style="color: orange; font-size: large;"><b>Serene Green Color Scheme </b></span></div><div style="text-align: center;"><span style="color: orange;"><b>Seafoam Green + Tidal Blue + Surf White </b></span></div><div style="text-align: center;">A beach-inspired color scheme strays from being too "theme-y" when there is nary a beach motif in sight. In this bedroom, seafoam green and watery blues evoke a seaside look, while traditional elements, such as the upholstered window cornice, an antique chair, and graceful headboard maintain a level of sophistication.</div><div style="text-align: center;"><br /></div><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: center;"><img border="0" height="640" src="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEjLmjLwglxaXoD18K1RhcQVQzr85lGxHEcz2YDaRdR1_ok2Yzy3AdW8GIG22a_tZGJaku63PxIJ3-o9ehi0xczfyTAmz2JhGURjdJG4tLc2y0TWYvDDdlcqJ6IPReJmlga-bd0x4lAdmAo/s640/2013-Bedroom-Color-Schemes-7.jpg" width="480" /></div><div style="text-align: center;"><br /></div><div style="text-align: center;"><span style="color: orange; font-size: large;"><b>Elegant Neutral Color Scheme </b></span></div><div style="text-align: center;"><span style="color: orange;"><b>Antique Whites + Crisp White </b></span></div><div style="text-align: center;">Forget the notion that your whites have to match. A mixed bag of neutrals can create a visually interesting space with a few simple tricks. Keep your palette of whites within the same family, so that they all share similar undertones. In this bedroom, warm whites in varying intensities color the walls, trim, and bedding. Texture and repetition also bring the palette to life. Using each color more than once makes the mixing look more intentional. Here, light mocha appears on the trim, stool cushions, and shams, while linen white colors the artwork and drapes.</div><div style="text-align: center;"><br /></div><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: center;"><img border="0" height="640" src="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEjtpIaic4n0dlUd7QUj0CGv7KDlZXsRrAbB4U140XbgOq_sNJaeNUVYADRI8d5FAw7fxB-w1yNzs9TTEdr4t7_6bl5mdYg89xUvyU1WqFD2jLDULB4xkzI4q2aTYWpnZHh_pgVzgP3i8t4/s640/2013-Bedroom-Color-Schemes-8.jpg" width="480" /></div><div style="text-align: center;"><br /></div><div style="text-align: center;"><span style="color: orange; font-size: large;"><b>Fresh Cottage Color Scheme </b></span></div><div style="text-align: center;"><span style="color: orange;"><b>Linen White + Sunny Yellow + Dove Gray </b></span></div><div style="text-align: center;">White is a go-to choice for bedrooms because of its soothing, simple properties. Plus, it can be interpreted as modern, traditional, cottage, or vintage. In this cheery space, the neutral goes cottage, with splashes of yellow on the bedding and plenty of style specific accents, such as the wrought iron bed and eclectic gathering of accessories. Hints of gray keep the color palette fashion-forward.</div><div style="text-align: center;"><br /></div><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: center;"><img border="0" height="640" src="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEj6oPlOFPay9mp5KVJ-WxFX0nc_Ldy4Rw_UPlvde8dsS6EnonDkQIBphl27AYIS1DgQoi0TxUfotCxi82POcs4he7lvXijFcvQB3Q6lgElY8digR6i3EzNSwJUqcIuxWi3E2ItTKOD9EL8/s640/2013-Bedroom-Color-Schemes-9.jpg" width="480" /></div><div style="text-align: center;"><br /></div><div style="text-align: center;"><span style="color: orange; font-size: large;"><b>Dramatic Color Scheme </b></span></div><div style="text-align: center;"><span style="color: orange;"><b>Navy Blue + Snow White + Lipstick Pink </b></span></div><div style="text-align: center;">Dark colors equate with drama in a bedroom setting. For a more steady approach to drama, use a dark color in one large dose and let the rest of the room's elements remain bright. In this sophisticated bedroom, rich navy blue colors the walls and is a backdrop for the burlap white headboard, bench, and nightstand. Snow white bedding with lipstick pink trim and white drapes are also eye-catching against the deep blue.</div><div style="text-align: center;"><br /></div><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: center;"><img border="0" height="640" src="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEjWrT0zEt0G0wKeYjyN1wQXTImb1-8LWSkaW9Ppm2wfWx3j9gBqQ6tcCr5VfmskJIlzGf1rF3Joc_Y46t6C2yKf9_Obhw877rwBOnzNotQ_ZhRDU203CRlDyPxV7SdynXkrcM9mCzFxSBk/s640/2013-Bedroom-Color-Schemes-10.jpg" width="480" /></div><div style="text-align: center;"><br /></div><div style="text-align: center;"><span style="color: orange; font-size: large;"><b>Oceanside Color Scheme </b></span></div><div style="text-align: center;"><span style="color: orange;"><b>Watercolor Blue + Sandy White </b></span></div><div style="text-align: center;">Simple, but hardly simplistic, a color palette of two is a welcoming break from a color-saturated world. In this light-filled room, the judicious use of white reflects the incoming natural light, making the blue walls appear almost iridescent. A more saturated palette on the painting above the bed serves as a contrast point and a reminder of just how light and delicate the rest of the room is.</div><div style="text-align: center;"><br /></div><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: center;"><img border="0" height="640" src="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEhjRQIC6tlfcoXH1MOvD0CHs0LgPQbNx6sS1QTmzzN0RzAjkoDylRlS5LxPN6w0r0epNk1ujZzFS-IYVd4Bv6rXArEh6nlZFJXHH0yoiCnUy3LwO0yrb5XunBln4MMKLX2J7iuRQS5XXpo/s640/2013-Bedroom-Color-Schemes-11.jpg" width="480" /></div><div style="text-align: center;"><br /></div><div style="text-align: center;"><span style="color: orange; font-size: large;"><b>Black & White Color Scheme </b></span></div><div style="text-align: center;"><span style="color: orange;"><b>Ebony + Powder White + Pale Citron </b></span></div><div style="text-align: center;">Black and white are anything but basic when played out in a symphony of pretty patterns and textures. White drapes soften expansive walls and high ceilings. The fabric is thin, which makes the drapes floaty, rather than bulky. In a room that gets a lot of natural light or has high ceilings, an element with a bold visual presence will anchor the room. Here, a black upholstered bed grounds the space and a white geometric pattern unites the piece to the rest of the room. When incorporating color with black and white, go with a barely-there color to keep the room's emphasis on graphic elements. The muted citron walls in this room are subtle, but still add interest.</div><div style="text-align: center;"><br /></div><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: center;"><img border="0" height="640" src="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEgIytgdQ7mBVzfwZWSqt4v24eAnuBsyN9UoAaxoHY4DKMsUL0rFhji5RwYIYMg3YsccX-gE0Oy-LUnzBxWdanAK7Q2u-wPoPnDOqhGbU5EhJt_VWy9s1GAO_RGOvpEnlUUAPgGAWj8bzmU/s640/2013-Bedroom-Color-Schemes-12.jpg" width="480" /></div><div style="text-align: center;"><br /></div><div style="text-align: center;"><span style="color: orange; font-size: large;"><b>Natural Color Scheme </b></span></div><div style="text-align: center;"><span style="color: orange;"><b>Sage Green + Bark Brown + Swan White </b></span></div><div style="text-align: center;">Colors and motifs from nature introduce charm to this quaint bedroom. The flowering branch fabric used on the window shade and bed skirt inspire the room's palette. A coordinating stripe fabric on the sham continues the green and brown color play and an ikat pillow offers an unexpected twist in motif. The pure white duvet, trim, and lampshade offer a clean counterpoint to the bedroom's muted colors. To avoid color overload, match paint swatches to a pattern, but then use the color at the top of the swatch for your walls. Here, the wall color has similar undertones to the browns in the room's fabrics, but is several shades lighter.</div><div style="text-align: center;"><br /></div><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: center;"><img border="0" height="640" src="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEh2KiHTaxTVlaekNWL2NP548wO7knSz-yeK_dBDIC-HzsiRB8a_D_Ir2AgiaLBmY7p2HmFdy3ql_h0kKl3swF2qdFTt9eMptR6VT8blFfwuN9y0xAHJWTOA45lweNBHtuKBLtvc8oyJLPU/s640/2013-Bedroom-Color-Schemes-13.jpg" width="480" /></div><div style="text-align: center;"><br /></div><div style="text-align: center;"><span style="color: orange; font-size: large;"><b>Perfectly Aged Color Scheme </b></span></div><div style="text-align: center;"><span style="color: orange;"><b>Country French Blue + Antique Whites </b></span></div><div style="text-align: center;">Capture the charm and grace of a bygone era with a palette of blue and tan in shades that appear antiqued. Keep the blues reigned in and employ a limited range of shades to maintain a sense of elegance. Here, the wall color matches the blue in the bedding and table skirt perfectly. Take a little more liberty with the whites. Using pure shades alongside shades in varying degrees of antiquing gives the room a collected old-time look. Bright white linens and freshly painted white trim indicate that the room has been maintained and freshened, while the patina on the chair and aged white plates nod to the past.</div><div style="text-align: center;"><br /></div><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: center;"><img border="0" height="640" src="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEglWyu06iXqjAPYdA8nf1EF7oDSh2susH7gczoOru0wt1-BEZyikHhk0qC79HXTSLfGmCcLaWKNtGIT_jhVg2j87xQhPKc5fGE6S5LkHFLIM5NH63WDMjglR8o8mhsQvWD1125j9ZNPGJE/s640/2013-Bedroom-Color-Schemes-14.jpg" width="480" /></div><div style="text-align: center;"><br /></div><div style="text-align: center;"><span style="color: orange; font-size: large;"><b>Monochromatic Color Scheme </b></span></div><div style="text-align: center;"><span style="color: orange;"><b>Taupe + Cream + Squash </b></span></div><div style="text-align: center;">Monochromatic color schemes are poised for success when the hues stop just short of the extremes. In this bedroom, a range of taupes colors everything including the bedding, furniture, and wall color, but the palette excludes the deepest, darkest of taupes. Sticking to the light and medium range taupes focuses the color scheme for a more polished look. Squash yellow makes a cameo on throw pillows and the tan trim unites the blocks of yellow to the rest of the room's palette.</div><div style="text-align: center;"><br /></div><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: center;"><img border="0" height="640" src="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEhss9USI3lJjW5vufFkp5QahknDxwbF858UDMEOKmHpVRaoPlCJTd1Qy1zQfu-cof4izbImjwOJKu1TiTTe_sKfG-qv9i_rNkPuLvIRHykk_7SLt_F10UIpWzx7kP0kaCQs4E8mw0I8A2Y/s640/2013-Bedroom-Color-Schemes-15.jpg" width="480" /></div><div style="text-align: center;"><br /></div><div style="text-align: center;"><span style="color: orange; font-size: large;"><b>Contemporary Grace Color Scheme </b></span></div><div style="text-align: center;"><span style="color: orange;"><b>Dove Gray + Tulip Pink </b></span></div><div style="text-align: center;">Hints of pink bring a graceful air to a contemporary space. Gray and white patterns -- from the striped rug to the damask drapes and plaid wallpaper -- are subtle, yet add visual texture, while bright tulip pink punctuates the space. When introducing a bright accent color, use it at least three times in the room so it flows seamlessly.<br /><br /></div></div>

2013 Bedroom Color Schemes From BHG

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How to Make Glitter Christmas Tree Decorations 2013 Ideas from HGTV

<div style="text-align: center;"></div><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: center;"></div><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: center;"></div><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: center;"></div><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: left;"></div><div class="intro-txt" style="text-align: center;"><div style="text-align: left;">Add some extra sparkle to your holiday decorations by creating these miniature Christmas trees. </div></div><div class="intro-more multi" sizcache="11" sizset="55" style="text-align: center;"><div style="text-align: left;"><span class="by-line"><b><br /></b></span></div></div><div class="intro-more multi" sizcache="11" sizset="55" style="text-align: center;"><div style="text-align: left;"><span class="by-line"><span style="color: orange; font-size: large;"><b>By :</b>  Kim Stoegbauer</span></span></div></div><br /><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: center;"><br /></div><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: center;"><img border="0" height="640" src="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEjocWsOHOFHGUeqBFWOrSwC1TCsmb_2aDP9nVve3wm9PG_li7XdKHRtHIVYMeQegqdb1Y779QwvyBPOTmQ38Z7Bb0fEb3pSAvHuVzrL5nv1vZZOTod1m3nsbMTz6bos3VN17QbptD8vd7I0/s640/How+to+Make+Glitter+Christmas+Tree+Decorations+-4.bmp" width="480" /></div><h2 itemprop="name"><span style="color: orange; font-size: x-large;">Glistening Details</span></h2><div class="desc" itemprop="description">These holiday decorations couldn't be easier to make. Styrofoam cones that can be found at any craft store are covered in glitter then a pretty snowflake ornament is added to the top. </div><br /><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: center;"><br /></div><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: center;"><img border="0" height="550" src="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEhvvJIgWiPfjAB4_cqC3RURUwfRgXVh5HAEMDBjtEplE1HyANVpk-221QZdJaCMMdUxsRoCvhlqw1PKXZ7RLU_V8Gcj5SoEQMOEFux6ojma8Wd5TEQgBZBLe2YBgdPQZYc9WdPvGf1nXjVI/s640/How+to+Make+Glitter+Christmas+Tree+Decorations+-3.bmp" width="480" /></div><h2 itemprop="name" style="text-align: center;"><span style="color: orange; font-size: x-large;">Tools and Materials</span></h2><div class="desc" itemprop="description"><div style="text-align: center;">Foam cones in various sizes, spray adhesive, glitter, snowflake ornaments and hot glue</div></div><div style="text-align: center;"><br /></div><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: center;"><br /></div><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: center;"><img border="0" height="550" src="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEgWRART2VhThiD0a1vif19jaxDYStJlGYZ76LaTzscy-oL46Axz-WUsg3gu-5k0OH1b_zV3bv17Dy4roudJJ7d73J065NoKB7Nuh1mPn5Ir5fM7cpdkR2moJaMY2fEsjuodOBUH0EHXWfxo/s640/How+to+Make+Glitter+Christmas+Tree+Decorations+-2.bmp" width="480" /></div><h2 itemprop="name" style="text-align: center;"><span style="color: orange; font-size: x-large;">Glitter It</span></h2><div class="desc" itemprop="description"><div style="text-align: center;">Spray foam cone with spray adhesive then sprinkle glitter all over the cone and shake off the excess. Repeat if necessary. </div></div><div style="text-align: center;"><br /></div><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: center;"><br /></div><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: center;"><img border="0" height="640" src="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEgij33QeLIcUeULC8cxnZT-yXIbzu10iUGgBogEAnH1UkVbkGjx1KoZQXUCLwU-uah-NvnxmogCEnIix90Jm6uab0e_ZZSz-cYMLWVfsm2RwKb9f_fIiKnGb80i3Y13ugOJCSxebDbMlv3j/s640/How+to+Make+Glitter+Christmas+Tree+Decorations.jpg" width="480" /></div><h2 itemprop="name" style="text-align: center;"><span style="color: orange; font-size: x-large;">Top It Off</span></h2><div class="desc" itemprop="description"><div style="text-align: center;">Use hot glue to attach glittered snowflake ornament. </div></div>

How to Make Glitter Christmas Tree Decorations 2013 Ideas from HGTV

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2013 transitional Living Room Decorating Ideas By Andrea Schumacher

<div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: center;"></div><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: center;"><img border="0" height="340" src="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEjts9wu_PoIlPMZ_f3AfiMZLTlrv8-up6TBYvs8JC6zcHyYOShVrwzWFKU-W21mrv6iZfLdZruXRl1PVd_4JaKFlSYHIN_qBRPAJxBdc_fxkK-0ZISLYbyTsYGdcAmf-1mmNm8VWB4eCAd2/s320/AndreaSchumacher.jpg" width="280" /></div><span style="color: orange;"><b>ANDREA SCHUMACHER </b></span><br /><span style="color: orange;"><i><br /></i></span><span style="color: orange;"><i>O Interior Design </i></span><br /><br />Greenwich Village is alive and well in Denver, where Platte Street intersects Confluence Park. This is immediately apparent to anyone who happens upon this vibrant part of town, where the street teems with activity — dogs, young children with their parents, charming boutiques and wine shops, cafes and bakeries. Climb up two flights of stairs above the Savory Spice, and you come upon the atelier of O Interior Design, founded in 1999 by Andrea Monath Schumacher. She opened her business after amassing an impressive collection of credentials: a B.A. in interior design, graduate studies at the University of Colorado in architecture, certification from the Graduate School of Design at Harvard University. Next, Schumacher did a set design apprenticeship with NBC’s Days of Our Lives, then worked for Columbia Pictures as an in-house designer. The rest, as they say, is history. <br /><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: center;"><br /></div><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: center;"><img border="0" height="640" src="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEgdogsTVSVkSUxlN9RWItQMj1crzCa3B67ou7Hui8bmh3G26XsDty-7UE3lyvtaNDyRWfj7ezK1kEtJHcak2KEW7tF9-WSMwg9JVivoWSWPAGWffebW71sBuTmog9tVCQOZy_kdiZ5sJo0f/s640/2013-transitional-living-room-decorating-ideas-by-Andrea-Schumacher-3.jpg" width="480" /></div><div style="text-align: center;"><br /></div><div style="text-align: center;">This neutral living room is enlivened by the rich texture of the materials and the bright pops of color. Tip: When using neutral materials, select ones that have texture to add depth and interest to the space. </div><div style="text-align: center;"><br /></div><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: center;"><img border="0" height="640" src="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEhJBqWry38j-RWyj9VXHv1Z9sLB85WtufKQuGFRML4LJ5CVQqj5UDqhNb-qQ-J1JbnfaMOpJNpqRFoIybzXfwY0yXgrusBB-mJfTdTW2eBF1KcWFb4kTnynZ93buDy5Fqt_IK2NsvJNoK6h/s640/2013-transitional-living-room-decorating-ideas-by-Andrea-Schumacher.jpg" width="480" /></div><div style="text-align: center;"><br /></div><div style="text-align: center;">Living room with burnt orange painted wall.</div><div style="text-align: center;"><br /></div><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: center;"><img border="0" height="640" src="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEjzKxQs0i4kSecsze1H-DWIi_F7aouhXBUm1LWKNUb18LKTVM4WtwxG8o3q3-FxR4UuoVOLkL7xrq1IGoQuEjgSTdop_xiSwZ_tYmDjcajTCJZhhEiTbw4HVbcwDfUBu3PyokRPAMMXk0Xp/s640/2013-transitional-living-room-decorating-ideas-by-Andrea-Schumacher-2.jpg" width="480" /></div><div style="text-align: center;"><br /></div><div style="text-align: center;">The charcoal shag rug and coffered ceiling help to create a cozy living room. The yellow lampshades provide a perfect contrast to the black-and-white patterned draperies.</div><div style="text-align: center;"><br /></div><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: center;"><img border="0" height="640" src="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEh6S0m32ZvPF_UotFO0jMciebf_BaXua3TirZdAAuqrzeoZ23IFLlTwq76oUHlBXW5OoD02n-0XxQw6-p6GldyvKXKFf0hryten8Pw2To8siOX9Pg9WXh_FwUlqma8RihKpgRpSSnmfwNeR/s640/2013-transitional-living-room-decorating-ideas-by-Andrea-Schumacher-4.jpg" width="480" /></div><div style="text-align: center;"><br /></div><div style="text-align: center;">In these living and dining spaces, classic furniture styles are updated with animal print and patterns. The artwork and the antler chandelier give the space a sense of Old World charm.</div><div style="text-align: center;"><br /></div><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: center;"><img border="0" height="640" src="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEh5XhLRAu9DNeeRvKg-DfkxkGoKzVg399AX6qWhfOO3CFlB52x3zT3p3w7nffdMi63-Aiw3disVwarLB_5eddMOuRkVEJGrLA5LiXVSifaD53gONNfJltLdvnsd8R4suOF7mneQO0t4qfTm/s640/2013-transitional-living-room-decorating-ideas-by-Andrea-Schumacher-5.jpg" width="480" /></div><div style="text-align: center;"><br /></div><div style="text-align: center;">The framed antique mirrors give this living room a graphic punch. The black piping on the cream sofas follows suit. The damask wallpaper and patchwork cowhide rug give texture to the space.</div><div style="text-align: center;"><br /></div><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: center;"><img border="0" height="640" src="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEiZ1BZwwEq8rQFNDcZjL9Ys2z11zccoM2pQsm3iqJeqeBbEje5SxPq2j1sycopv9BjVSVRhvRhbp0tYQgVv9zRUhFofC-Zip61I-JxiB1tjRhMCiMfIFzGl0N-QY2oEx7BXbnBAv2neGGHu/s640/2013-transitional-living-room-decorating-ideas-by-Andrea-Schumacher-6.jpg" width="480" /></div><div style="text-align: center;"><br /></div><div style="text-align: center;">Although this space is filled with neutral colors, it is incredibly rich with texture and detail. The fireplace surround is Carrera marble and the chimney is upholstered in suede and decorated with a pair of longhorns.</div><div style="text-align: center;"><br /></div><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: center;"><img border="0" height="640" src="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEi9BxofYnfY43Tpo2vkHeWkNaPpWPNjQH2atB3zi2gIvbtBv76Cc4KIAH0pc8_4kLt9bteKwVRz6myqDyfgOcWuFAeNVl-xZ-ZRagLJrzzyElwAyVi_F-ryVIcMTV9FFcc99-svTer6lj9B/s640/2013-transitional-living-room-decorating-ideas-by-Andrea-Schumacher-7.jpg" width="478" /></div><div style="text-align: center;"><br /></div><div style="text-align: center;">Custom sheer curtains of Dedar fabric soften a masculine study; the fuchsia silk rug is made from recycled Indian saris.</div><div style="text-align: center;"><br /></div><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: center;"><img border="0" height="640" src="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEjGuidr90dV30SjoH7kqYToe0gmOXKL6tpPlWrQbE_FmeW33B3gOPsPlQs7zeNgPIyGMxvosXoelYJD7cak4UhNuzeMIo7uF55mfX1TQJIUWKV09-iwi8A37doMLDxkqnpExxjuyg9jj1tS/s640/2013-transitional-living-room-decorating-ideas-by-Andrea-Schumacher-8.jpg" width="480" /></div><div style="text-align: center;"><br /></div><div style="text-align: center;">This living room is given an eclectic feel with the different styles of furniture in the space. The white piano is set off by the dark millwork and creamy moiré wallpaper behind it.</div><div style="text-align: center;"><br /></div><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: center;"><img border="0" height="640" src="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEhBV7xMR-AMWcPm877jz99Vxu8BhoTjW8CpceBp4Rg8QDDvjmD-aFFD_m_H7ms5iVA8QdcfAHgqyvgbDehCKB9Wj1AHkfUsM_gvVp0EcR0477PLbkXbYEyMqcZvPdKPladhOzD8LX-op-jV/s640/2013-transitional-living-room-decorating-ideas-by-Andrea-Schumacher-9.jpg" width="480" /></div><div style="text-align: center;"><br /></div><div style="text-align: center;">Neutral sitting room with vibrant pops of color . A bright orange bench adds a lovely pop of color to this soft, neutral room.</div><div style="text-align: center;"><br /></div><div style="text-align: center;"><br /></div>

2013 transitional Living Room Decorating Ideas By Andrea Schumacher

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2013 Modern Bedroom Design Ideas Designer By Marlaina Teich

<div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: center;"><img border="0" height="400" src="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEgzgzQOC_4VurSiyBHcvpYJlVb4YsCDIn0A3MFYCdkHhJgblCFtkfXOHhZWrDmIVG6zeG3M-ljjtOAqdLjwAKQZGRVkkqx6ZMhPgutEZvJ7P3Ya-CiHMOZGCHPWHIZGT29Sbm0V3VwZ0Mca/s320/Marlaina+Teich.JPG" width="320" /></div>Marlaina Teich is noted for her modern, sophisticated mix of texture, color and personality. Her aesthetic approach draws from a range of sources and incorporates her clients’ personal styles.<br /><br />She delivers fresh designs that are both approachable and inspired. Marlaina Teich Designs is a full service residential and commercial interior design firm specializing in space planning, selection and specification of finishes and furniture, and project management.<br /><br />MTD’s work has been published by various regional and national magazines. <br /><div style="text-align: left;"><br /></div><div class="dp-notes" id="dp-designers-notes"><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: center;"><img border="0" height="640" src="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEggDBrSzglR7IR2_zD83vEh_GRVSa2omGAfMiLw3NCkyAorlOfLQd6kiRn95G0-TB5F3d6RWPWZnLRs4BxOy6cNUbBJ12cl_4hBAg_RSJE-spi9JwYL97yKZINzgKeIDXd8qmL6IEHgbQpK/s640/modern-bedroom-design-2013-ideas-by-Marlaina-Teich.jpg" width="480" /></div><div style="text-align: center;"><br /></div><div style="text-align: center;">The bold wall color enhances the room making the fireplace the main feature. Cladding the whole wall with mother of pearl gives height and a modern look to the space.</div><div style="text-align: center;"><br /></div><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: center;"><img border="0" height="640" src="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEhoPjgsqfuTxtr2fOx5chyeYToGORFel7bRjoAe28c8nrl3S7JiGoFVsUtOA9vwUtx-Lt8ZTiB4H-8YMpbjKnronMaTSXwnflQeH7j_P3zA7k3L4dOSnW8zGCHu0M6KF4NFglkE4UGU9t0O/s640/modern-bedroom-design-2013-ideas-by-Marlaina-Teich-2.jpg" width="480" /></div><br /><div class="dp-notes" id="dp-designers-notes"><div style="text-align: center;">In this Manhattan studio apartment, the view is the focal point. The furniture is kept clean and simples so that it does not compete for attention. A few accents of colored furniture in the coffee table and dining chairs liven up the space and give a zesty flavor.</div><div style="text-align: center;"><br /></div><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: center;"><img border="0" height="640" src="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEhIKKZ2ZbPpwdUvigBFrbEZh4aO89oMMqED5Kju7lDsQ5vqJa31OmJfS_pK1teO6zuHgknE1nvbvlfQsXNJHxeR66vRMNdk8nWosL5iBs9m4b51fYnC2uPb5ylBuQG1hbqOF86rBz-3xby4/s640/modern-bedroom-design-2013-ideas-by-Marlaina-Teich-3.jpg" width="480" /></div><div style="text-align: center;"><br /></div></div><div class="dp-notes" id="dp-designers-notes"><div style="text-align: center;">This room shows the possibility of placing a bed in front of two windows. Though it is not the ideal location using your draperies to frame the space make the bed look like it belongs. The mirror above draws the eye up and reflects the glow of the chandelier.<br /><br /><br /></div></div></div>

2013 Modern Bedroom Design Ideas Designer By Marlaina Teich

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2013 Color Guide Palettes : Made Easy Ideas from HGTV

<br /><div class="intro"><h1><span style="color: orange;">Color Palettes Made Easy</span></h1>Need a pleasing color palette for your home decor? Just look around you! From works of art to stylish scarves, gorgeous color combinations are everywhere. Choose a colorful piece by an artist or designer, and the work is done for you.<br /><br /><b><i><span style="color: orange;">By Jennifer & Kitty O'Neil</span></i></b><br /><div style="text-align: center;"><br /></div><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: center;"><img border="0" height="479" src="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEgcG2gp7uapArvY2u3mCfdZa3_impbysDk3kcNCQxbvaLCGY2SA_zMngS0sExgozm8LCqmMWt0M1w9RIOawzq8fSqpGnTjb0jzaI0-jUrWjdDM5dWiZOBc2MgmrviV8FMLRi-3FP7pwsLHt/s640/2013-Color-Guide-Palettes-Made-Easy-Ideas-from-HGTV.jpg" width="480" /></div><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: center;"><br /></div><h2 itemprop="name" style="text-align: center;"><span style="color: orange; font-size: x-large;">Let a Plate Be Your Palette </span></h2><div class="desc" itemprop="description"><div style="text-align: center;">Dinnerware is a one-stop shop for pretty palettes. Plates come in all styles and colors, from casual to formal, so you can pick out a color story for every room in the house. And you needn't buy a service for eight. Often you can get a single salad plate or teacup to use as your mood board.</div></div><div class="desc" itemprop="description"><div style="text-align: center;"><br /></div></div><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: center;"><img border="0" height="600" src="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEgRRWvKTdTUXGoURoQCRCmo6SNp9zs4x5BGuChFYglNS1lNgH2-b2zzS9B7K8IHbuhXUtTHUFeKo-Yse3NjDbrsO72ud4GtuxvOUO3c2QdeXQXp3WZWBqA68WfdgcCNFqNhK_VXenur4JiB/s640/2013-Color-Guide-Palettes-Made-Easy-Ideas-from-HGTV-2.jpg" width="480" /></div><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: center;"><br /></div><h2 itemprop="name" style="text-align: center;"><span style="color: orange; font-size: x-large;">Accessorize With Color </span></h2><div class="desc" itemprop="description" jquery1358227134630="250" style="height: auto; line-height: 22px;"><div style="text-align: center;">If you want to freshen up your kitchen, but you can't afford to change the counters and cabinets, you need to accessorize. Take your sample plate with you to pick out dishtowels, canisters and bowls. It may not seem like a big makeover to get bright new spatulas, but when you put them all together, colorful details make a splash!</div></div><div class="desc" itemprop="description" jquery1358227134630="250" style="height: auto; line-height: 22px;"><div style="text-align: center;"><br /></div></div><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: center;"><img border="0" height="479" src="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEhKbbojd-eGlT688A0qNrBU5m7NoZCUEbdUoVp_1qfwxeXvZnngefFGvmFHvLHmNlY60euZZ9uCxDhR635h0szbzyTAmidmvCcDrH30Dqr3Ywog8W4cxayctvy7NbggZivci4SNxSIVNn8G/s640/2013-Color-Guide-Palettes-Made-Easy-Ideas-from-HGTV-3.jpg" width="480" /></div><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: center;"><br /></div><h2 itemprop="name" style="text-align: center;"><span style="color: orange; font-size: x-large;">Take a Tip From Textiles </span></h2><div class="desc" itemprop="description" jquery1358227134630="250" style="height: auto; line-height: 22px;"><div style="text-align: center;">Inspiration objects can show you how to marry colors in ways you might not have considered. Sure, tangy lime, orange and marigold go well with white (what doesn't?). But who would have thought that adding ecru, black and charcoal would make such a cool combo?</div></div><div class="desc" itemprop="description" jquery1358227134630="250" style="height: auto; line-height: 22px;"><div style="text-align: center;"><br /></div></div><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: center;"><img border="0" height="600" src="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEgMzOX4O9OTXkeF1IkhSv3c7OEcVM-siAMHaSSU4vS8ngGp2n7a1MZfehDGGe7XP_9HU0c2ht3wm9BKQFDgpSlj73xiKxLQLv9MrmS8lidMZJ_wBgLCwPhWld-Gg2s_DcIBXJQxhj-UBlDM/s640/2013-Color-Guide-Palettes-Made-Easy-Ideas-from-HGTV-4.jpg" width="480" /></div><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: center;"><br /></div><h2 itemprop="name" style="text-align: center;"><span style="color: orange; font-size: x-large;">Make a Modern Mix </span></h2><div class="desc" itemprop="description" jquery1358227134630="250" style="height: auto; line-height: 22px;"><div style="text-align: center;">When it comes to color in the dining room, go beyond tablecloths and placemats. Vivid accessories like charger plates, napkin rings and finger bowls spice up the table with color. Feel free to mix the colors from your palette in unusual ways. A paprika charger plate next to a celadon runner is more exciting than going all one color.</div><div style="text-align: center;"><br /></div></div><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: center;"><img border="0" height="479" src="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEgW8hDv4XVBV8AX2BNmYB1gY-L6_Yt_p1W0_vSjB6oFXQwLIN7R4RLQBkdHPclxygoju5RWL7qMiJRT1cJ1gkJA6w2UaQOvEJfedrLP6qNkQ7vPt6WXMQWFgquKkKUrXgXYpvBmNtmjtGGf/s640/2013-Color-Guide-Palettes-Made-Easy-Ideas-from-HGTV-5.jpg" width="480" /></div><h2 itemprop="name" style="text-align: center;"><span style="color: orange; font-size: x-large;">Learn From the Masters</span></h2><div class="desc" itemprop="description" jquery1358227134630="250" style="height: auto; line-height: 22px;"><div style="text-align: center;">The colors of the great outdoors go together naturally and can be a fertile source for palettes. But with a world of so many greens and blues out there, how can you possibly decide which hues to use? Instead of trying to match swatches to blades of grass, let a painted landscape be your guide. Leave it to the painter to select their vision of nature's aquamarines, indigos and golds.</div></div><div class="desc" itemprop="description" jquery1358227134630="250" style="height: auto; line-height: 22px;"><div style="text-align: center;"><br /></div></div><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: center;"><img border="0" height="600" src="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEhKeDZXuIxUWOj9aybNRP9_uHkQQnIo8_NI4nkjTixVm0dc09wSLkA60bGBU6-jNdE2PnHhXL6jVQIWvaBG8p-tS9lbPLdQZBFWqSOz47ZhkqBOfF8ICCBcIZoIOXThG7rPFjZ9CZhGMqrY/s640/2013-Color-Guide-Palettes-Made-Easy-Ideas-from-HGTV-6.jpg" width="480" /></div><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: center;"><br /></div><h2 itemprop="name" style="text-align: center;"><span style="color: orange; font-size: x-large;">Elevate Your Mood</span></h2><div class="desc" itemprop="description" jquery1358227134630="250" style="height: auto; line-height: 22px;"><div style="text-align: center;">A painting can inspire your accents as well as your colors. This glassy vase not only brings in the landscape's blues and greens, but also echoes the reflective pond surface. The leafy lotus candles float on the counter like the painting's flowering irises. The wooden soap dish and chestnut bird finish off the look with a nod to the whimsical flooded birdhouse.</div></div><div class="desc" itemprop="description" jquery1358227134630="250" style="height: auto; line-height: 22px;"><div style="text-align: center;"><br /></div></div><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: center;"><img border="0" height="479" src="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEg6r8BH5Njn6DNThKg6oAxPDqrvU3pv34c0VU-pyIkZeZP10lKzcdxms_C2tcqVXbSxtPB0wUf009-GzVvusK7KQSGAYPsRz7fwDAZN2yD9RDknmA6FXQjMbEIIb2kcfn5v2DAfSQokTIc9/s640/2013-Color-Guide-Palettes-Made-Easy-Ideas-from-HGTV-7.jpg" width="480" /></div><h2 itemprop="name" style="text-align: center;"><span style="color: orange; font-size: x-large;">Tap Into a Trend</span></h2><div class="desc" itemprop="description" jquery1358227134630="250" style="height: auto; line-height: 22px;"><div style="text-align: center;">You can find trendy color palettes on all kinds of things if you keep an eye out for them. This kooky, collapsible shopping basket features raspberry with yummy chocolate and touches of tangerine and turquoise. Delicious! Don't worry about trying to decorate with the inspiration object, though. Just steal its colors then use the item elsewhere.</div></div><div class="desc" itemprop="description" jquery1358227134630="250" style="height: auto; line-height: 22px;"><div style="text-align: center;"><br /></div></div><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: center;"><img border="0" height="600" src="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEgqFpOGTjT16IEVQzk0-mNhGnW3mbfQRuPCO_qqdbQ7iLsQxOigzUEm2o2Y0kBO7YT3vYQTACxAxDcpgNpGeiclAFTBjxSsf5Y9y9Hz2QPC4P6MBLXdvblKxMLtJHuqTokc83gkMqDg7Yga/s640/2013-Color-Guide-Palettes-Made-Easy-Ideas-from-HGTV-8.jpg" width="480" /></div><div class="desc" itemprop="description" jquery1358227134630="250" style="height: auto; line-height: 22px;"><div style="text-align: center;"><br /></div><h2 itemprop="name" style="text-align: center;"><span style="color: orange; font-size: x-large;">Launch Your Look</span></h2><div class="desc" itemprop="description" jquery1358227134630="250" style="height: auto;"><div style="text-align: center;">To coordinate your colors in a flash, add one accent that magically combines many of the colors in your scheme. A throw pillow embroidered in hues from the shopping basket gives this room a unified look. When you see the colors entwined on the pillow, it makes sense to have a raspberry basket next to a turquoise table.</div></div><div class="desc" itemprop="description" jquery1358227134630="250" style="height: auto;"><div style="text-align: center;"><br /></div></div></div><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: center;"><img border="0" height="479" src="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEifw4g631xRE9zHdMnz8bxkyY30SczgBSLuWkiOOaccAJNU_Q9fiGOZ7Uws9IW9dlpYm5-ME3_uj2CS6SKG1IRqXGz3pTzEAztB1-gUECz67knRoHwq0YOY58lvGrs5j4Eb1lMaSZW-bI33/s640/2013-Color-Guide-Palettes-Made-Easy-Ideas-from-HGTV-9.jpg" width="480" /></div><div style="text-align: center;"><br /></div><div style="text-align: center;"><br /></div><div class="desc" itemprop="description" jquery1358227134630="250" style="height: auto; line-height: 22px;"><h2 itemprop="name" style="text-align: center;"><span style="color: orange; font-size: x-large;">Focus on Fashion</span></h2><div class="desc" itemprop="description" jquery1358227134630="250" style="height: auto;"><div style="text-align: center;">A boutique find like a hand-painted silk scarf not only helps you select colors, it tells you how much of each color to use. This beautiful scarf has scarlet as the primary color with forest and olive as secondary colors. Black comes in strong as an accent and pops of cobalt and periwinkle express artistic flair.</div></div></div><div style="text-align: center;"><br /></div><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: center;"><img border="0" height="600" src="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEhXDSqrdA2QVAzcdTJleScYkNDOQzMPEgwLWbLXNVmpRnI7_8l8tPLfUzIUpwEGXmHymbjBy6uh7vv152ACxtCi7DPuqqvTbJXR0Uc7_BMa2aLt-laeVep7ZYu745t91RhfUtIJ2dldB7dC/s640/2013-Color-Guide-Palettes-Made-Easy-Ideas-from-HGTV-10.jpg" width="480" /></div><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: center;"><br /></div><h2 itemprop="name" style="text-align: center;"><span style="color: orange; font-size: x-large;">Issue Yourself Artistic License</span></h2><div class="desc" itemprop="description" jquery1358227134630="250" style="height: auto; line-height: 22px; text-align: center;">To make a bold statement with color, you're going to need a lot of confidence or a great designer piece to define your color scheme. Trust the artist to show you amazing combinations you may have never imagined before. Then you can drape a pale purple blanket across a red duvet with black shams and have no fear.</div><div style="text-align: center;"><br /></div></div>

2013 Color Guide Palettes : Made Easy Ideas from HGTV

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