How to accessorize your shelves

HGTV Emily Henderson

I am often asked by friends what should I do with my bookcases?  Here is a beautiful example of perfect styling.  The books are similar in color and there is variation in height and shape.  Also, the space is simple and not overcrowded.  My preference is to take off the dust jackets of the book.  

Exterior Paint for Your Home

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During spring break my sister's friend asked me to come over for some paint advice.  She has an amazing restored farmhouse.  On the back side of the house there were 10 different paint stripes.  I found a few images and some helpful websites.  First, you can try this website to look at a combination of exterior paint colors.  I also found a website that will send you paint samples of colors found on old colonial homes and farmhouses.

Fun with Fabric

 I visited a store called Excentricities in South Florida.  Amazing bright and happy fabrics.  I would not have thought to mix pink, green and a navy stripe bag. I love the look.