So the time has come for bedroom decorating. Perhaps you have moved to a new home, or rental, or have decided to upgrade your current home to a fresh new look. Whatever the reason you have decided to undertake the task of decorating your living space, there are some simple and creative ideas which can make the process easier. The process itself may seem difficult. There is a lot to think about, your time, your lifestyle and your budget are a few examples. These are only three of the many things which need to be taken into account before you embark on the adventure of custom decorating your home.
Many people simply hire an interior designer to help them decide the best route to go with their new look. However professional designers are not cheap and you can easily double the price of your project by using a professional consultant. Besides, decorating does not have to be a daunting or tedious task. The reason that professional decorators are so good at what they do comes from education, experience and resources. If you don't have the money for a decorator, or want to be creative but don't know where to start then this article is for you. By utilizing a few simple tips and knowing where to look you can come up with a professional look at a budget price and also, have fun doing it.
Your budget is the first thing that you should consider when developing a plan. When considering this you should think about the fact that the average person spends about a third of their life sleeping, in addition to the time you spend in your room relaxing, getting ready for work and spending time with your loved ones. Considering this it is important to remember, that investing in quality materials is worth it. It is also important to be creative; if you have skills such as sewing, construction or anything else be sure to fully utilize these skills in your plan and therefore your budget. Using skills that you already have will allow you to save money and invest more in quality materials, enabling you to create a long lasting, beautiful, and comfortable ambiance.
The next key to success is to come up with your design. Think about the basics of what it will encompass. Overall the focus will be the color palette and common design elements. Use existing elements in your home, the color of your carpet, your wardrobe, even your kitchen to create a palette. There are some good resources on the internet to help you come up with coloring which fits your lifestyle. Check out Waverly's website. Waverly has developed tools for you to use to help you determine the tones, and the styles which will work for you.
Once you have developed an idea of the look that you want, the next step would be to choose the products you will use. In a bedroom, the focus will most likely be the bed and therefore the bedding. Utilizing the color palette you have decided on you can choose from bedding ensembles from any of the major manufacturers. However, some companies offer several advantages for the amateur decorator. Thomasville is a great company to check out. Thomasville has the advantage of being able to choose from either complete ensembles or mix and match individual pieces to create a customized look. In addition Thomasville sells their fabrics by the yard so you can create additional items to compliment your ensemble. Lampshades, table coverings, upholstering furniture, these are just a few of the things that you can do.
If you are feeling really adventurous you can take advantage of Waverly's beautiful fabrics to hand create custom bedding. Since Waverly does not sell bedding ensembles if you want to use their fabrics you will need to construct your own, or hire a seamstress to create an ensemble. However, there are manufacturers who create their own custom ensembles using Waverly fabrics. Aj MOSS has their own line of ensembles created from Waverly fabrics. These fabrics have legendary quality and beauty, using Waverly will definitely create an elegant look.
Once you find the right bedding ensemble designing the rest of your bedroom is next. Look for great Waverly wallpapers, which are sold in patterns which match their fabrics. Waverly paints or standard store paints which match the color palette of your design can be used as well. Croscill and Thomasville sell some very nice bathroom accessories which you can purchase to tie your master bathroom into your master bedroom.
Creating a comfortable home with a warm feeling is not difficult when you have the tools necessary to complete the job. The internet is a great source of information when looking for design tips, ideas, and suggestions from experts etc. If you have the time and inspiration you can create a beautiful living space which will have an expensive look at a budget price. You will look at your creation and know that you made it, adding to the warmth and personality of your home.
About the Author:
Written by Jared More for aj MOSS, for more home decorating ideas or to find out about the aj MOSS line or Waverly products highlighted in this article please visit http://www.ajmoss.com today. Give us a call 1-877-863-1270 and one of our helpful representatives will be happy to help you!
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Thursday, November 9, 2006
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