Slipcovers Look Great on Antique Chairs and Sofas

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You may be tempted to throw away your antique chairs and sofas once they start showing frayed edges and discoloration, but don't do that just yet! You can rescue these old and visibly worn furnishings with slipcovers. Using a slipcover is a fast, easy and versatile way to hide the flaws and update the look of antique chairs and sofas. It takes only a … [Read more...]

Designing a Baby’s Room? Don’t Forget the French Antiques!

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If there is anything that will turn a modernist into a traditionalist, it's the expectation of a new baby. Nothing more charming or laden with loving intentions than a nursery decorated with French antiques. Here are tips on how to design a soothing French country nursery for your little one. Linens. French country designs are rich in high-quality, … [Read more...]

Gingham Style

There is a reason gingham has been around for centuries -- it is classic, pleasant, and easy to mix with other patterns. Here are some of our favorite looks in gingham, room by room.   Kitchen. Southern Accents showed this beautiful kitchen back when that publication was printing regularly. The roman shades are in a small-scale gingham, and the … [Read more...]