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For those of you that have good quality furniture that you are no longer using, contact an area donation center. Here in RI, there is a terrific assistance center, The RI Donation Center in Providence. Just call this number 401-831-5511, and they will schedule a time with you to pick up your donation. Very easy for you and so helpful to many others.
Thank you very much!
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Note from Kelly
Hello again my decorating friends!
I hope you all had a wonderful Mother's Day. Don't you wish everyone would always be that nice to us? :) Congratulations to those that have graduating high school or college students. Busy month for you!
This month I am starting a new section called 'Best of Kelly's Colors'. I have many great colors I have worked with and would like to share them with you to use in your home.
As you know, I was invited by Benjamin Moore to be part of their design and color expert team. It is now up and running and here is the link: Benjamin Moore Expert Forum. There is a question board where you can ask questions for color experts, contractors and designers and architects. There are so many posts people are writing in for advice and help with selecting paint colors. Great place to ask for free advice!
Another feature I have added below and on my website is Newsletter Archives in case you ever want to go back and read previous posts.
Enjoy the warm weather, your families, vacations, food and drinks and everything else related to Summertime!
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There is only one way to happiness, and that is to cease worrying about things which are beyond the power of our will.
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Warm neutrals I would use throughout my home:
Shaker Beige HC-45 is a contemporary color that is fresh and clean. I especially love this color with dark brown furniture and flooring.
Monroe Bisque HC-26 is also a favorite of many because of the effect of a nice, soft background.
Philadelphia Cream HC-30 is a soft yellow. It works well in entryways with many different types of lighting.
I also love Powell Buff HC-35 and would use throughout my entire home.
There is a reason many paint experts and designers go straight to the Benjamin Moore Historical Color Chart to choose colors. It is a good starting point looking for colors because most of the colors are neutrals that will give you that soft background color.
I always recommend testing paint colors because the lighting in your home is different from the paint store's, so the color will look different. Also, all beiges have undertones of either yellow, red or green that become prominent when placed next to another color. You want to test at home with your woodwork, carpeting, fireplace and furnishings. Please do not skip this step!
Next month I will share some of my favorite bedroom paint colors. |
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Decorating Tips
Just a couple quick ideas for easy, beautiful, inexpensive decorating:
A great lighting source I would like to share with you is Lamps Plus. They have such a great selection of all types and styles of lighting from table lamps, chandeliers, floor lamps, bathroom lighting, sconces and even mirrors and home decor. They are very reasonably priced and often have sales and free shipping offers. They also have a lot of unusual and different pieces which I love to find!
In case you missed this next idea on my website:
A simple home center purchase of glass blocks can yield tons of creative decorating solutions. A box of 8 will give you 4 sets of bookends to use in your bookcases or for free standing books throughout your house. They can be used upright for smaller spaces or on their sides displaying different elevations.
Open ended glass blocks can be stuffed with strings of clear lights then set in a forest of winter trees making for an impressive icy mountain in your holiday scene.
Glass blocks are useful risers for a casual buffet table; add a table cloth for a more formal look. By mixing closed and open blocks and adding flowers you will have a quick and unique floral arrangement for your buffet setting.
Just one open ended glass block is an attractive solution for all that spare change from your purse or pockets. And remember, nothing ever has to stay in the same place for long...because they are durable, your glass blocks can be used for all sorts of things as time passes and your tastes change! Linda Hammond, IRN
Until next time-
Happy Decorating!
to see more ideas and inspirations. Call me if you need help selecting paint colors or just need some advice to make your home happy!
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