Sweat socks.
Gallons of milk.
Sinks of dirty dishes.
Running.
Wrestling.
Sports Equipment.
As the mother of three sons, for years these words defined my life. And I loved every minute of it!
My life is different now because we have 2 daughters-in-law and 3 granddaughters.
Estrogen and near-estrogen rules.
Along with that comes lots of conversations about decorating, and clothes, and recipes, and nail polish.
And sharing magazines.
Which brings me to the topic of this post. Hope you are still with me!
One of the girls shared her copy of HGTV magazine. It has some great tips that I want to remember and thought you might enjoy them, too.
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| Love this ombre painting. The mag has a tutorial. I can’t find it online though. Sorry! |
So, I am filing those tips here.
Are you looking for……
Rugs?
Faucets?
Fabric?
Lamps?
Ideas from Sarah, My favorite designer:
- Sarah Richardson says to choose colors of the same intensity…..they should be the same distance down on each paint strip.
- She also suggested playing with one color in different shades for a more soothing and simple look.
- Bright colors also call for lots of neutrals to balance all the color.
- Pull colors from fabric or artwork.
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| I love her living room, don’t you? |
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| all pics from pinterest ..HGTV magazine |
So, let’s hear from you. Are you a fan of HGTV magazine? What are your favorite magazines?
I love getting this magazine and read it cover to cover. There's so much valuable information in it!
XO,
Jane
Isn't it fun to have girls in the family? I just love all the idea sharing that goes on. I LOVE that room, Susan! The colors are gorgeous and look like Spring. xo Diana
Susan, I've never
seen the magazine,
but of course, love
their shows! Did you
ever see the series
about Sarah R's cottage
on a little island in
Canada? I just loved
that series and that
sweet house!
Happy Spring,
my friend….
xo Suzanne
I take 2 magazines, Consumer Reports and the TV Guide. I am often found with a book in my hands though. 😉
Ok…I have heard some awesome things about this magazine but I have not checked it out yet! I will have to add it to my list! I didn't know you had three boys! Busy for sure!!! I love that first photo…are those magnetic boards??? I need to make one of those to organize my papers in the kitchen! Some of my favorite magazines are now discontinued…Cottage Living and Domino were 2 of my favorites but I like BHG, Fine Gardening. and Martha of course! You take care and thanks for sharing!!! Nicole
I have never looked at this magazine
I used to watch the channel all the time, but now it seems like all that is ever on are buy and remodeling house shows
Might have to pick up a copy and check it out
Brett
I have never read the magazine, flipped thru it in line at the store. I love the raspberry colored couch in the picture. My favorite magazine lately has been Sothern Living. Go figure from a girl up north!
Liz
And now they're filed in my brain too! That thing about choosing colors of the same intensity was really interesting.
She is my favorite too!
I haven't watched any t.v. in a long time though and did not know HGTV had a magazine but it doesn't surprise me.
I probably won't do any decorating until my three boys get out of college.