Thursday, December 27, 2018

Hottest Decor Trends Entering Into 2019!

My Favorite Time Of Year....Unveiling The Newest Hottest Trends For The New Year!


Let's start off with the Hottest Paint Trend...
So apparently Bathrooms are being named Sexy this coming year and all because of this nature inspired paint color....Night Watch, it's a deep jewel toned teal hue. Classy and sophisticated are some of the other adjectives used to describe this new Hot Color! Bathrooms are not the only placement for this wall color, you can pretty much use it anywhere deemed necessary.



Staying on topic of Bathrooms, Sinks are all the talk now. The bolder the better I believe they are saying. Metallic, intricate designs are being used to push this less attractive staple to the next Boujee level!
 
If you thought Stainless Steel was safe, you could not be more wrong! Stainless Steel is out and the new trend that is emerging is quit unreal if you ask me, but it's happening so its either we get on board or we stick it out with our outdated Stainless Steel appliances...Thought Pastels and Bright Colored kitchens were a thing of past?!?! Well their back and in full form. Bright Colored Stoves are in and I could not be more horrified by this, but I am sure we can make due.

 





















Minimalism is a trend and its happening in the now. People are starting to minimize there cabinet storage by eliminating the upper cabinets in there kitchens....All though the cabinets may be out, Metal Shelving is taking their place.


 


White Kitchens are thing of the past people! Dark hued cabinets are replacing the timeless sterile white that has and will always be a classic. I do agree though, in a space that is considered The Heart of the Home it needs to be more lively and vibrant.
 




















As Goldfinger from the Austin Power Movie would say, "I Lovvve Gooolllddd", its back and bigger than ever. Gold will accent everything just wait and see. It's not so much the Rose Gold we are use to seeing its the New Age Gold that is happening. It's in Kitchens, Bathrooms, Dining Rooms even. Gold is taking over and leaving no leaf unturned.
 

Going back to another Bathroom trend rocking out in 2019, Shower Enclosures. This one is hard to explain but the average glass doors are just not cutting it anymore. I guess people wanted more style and attitude portrayed in their powder rooms. 

 


Bottom Line the Hottest Trend that is knocking on 2019's door is Color, the bold and the beautiful is here to stay....for now ;)



All The Best!

Thursday, December 20, 2018

Which Lights Do You Prefer This Holiday Season?!?

This questions seems to come up every year, White Lights or Colored?!?!

Which do you prefer?

White Lights are decadent, old fashioned but elegant. They make for a more sophisticated nature when it comes to the essence of the season. My thoughts are if you don't have children in your home and you like the simple way these lights look go for the simplicity these lights add to your decor.

































On the other hand, Colored lights brighten up the night. They bring joy and cheer into the home I believe, not that White lights don't do this also, but Colored lights add more life to your home. I feel as though Colored Lights are often used by families with children it's a more juvenile look, but if done the right way they can also be viewed as charismatic.

 

What is your take on the subject? Would you rather go Fun & Bright or Simple & Sophisticated?!?! 

Share your thoughts and home designs to Sweetgrass Home Staging

All The Best!


Thursday, December 13, 2018

Fun For All!

Let's get the whole family involved this year with decorating!

Here are some fun ideas to create for your home decor this Christmas season!

Candy or Cookie Ornaments for The Tree or Home

 

Melt peppermint candies in cookie cutouts to get fun ornaments out of this.
You can also do this same idea with cookie gingerbread dough, decorate how you please and hang them up for all to see.

Gingerbread House Parties


 

Host a Gingerbread Creation station with Friends and Families, you can even turn it into a fun competitive gathering to see who creates the best or most original Gingerbread house.
Some Gingerbread house making tips to get a jump start on the competition;
*Use honey as a stabilizer
*If your frosting is too thick add milk, if it's too runny add confectioners sugar
*To make a brick house use Cinnamon gum and cut them into brick-like squares
*To make a log cabin look, use pretzel sticks and break them up to create a log-cabin effect
*Certain Cereals makes for an awesome decoration addition
*Plyable candy twists can really make the house pop
*The dollar store is a great location to find most or all of these ingredients

Popcorn String

 






Pop popcorn in the microwave as normal or on the stove whichever you prefer, once done, add food coloring and sprinkles of your choice, let dry, then string away.


Ball Ornaments make for great decor creations

 

Fill a tall glass vase with these add a string of lights and your ready to go.
Or tie clear fishing string to the tops and hang them from your ceiling/furniture/chandeliers, the world is your oyster with this decor DIY item.

Mason Jars







Let's face it any time of year is a great time to make up some Mason Jar crafts.
You can paint them, spray them, tie twine around them, add a candle and your a master of the crafts.

Wine or Beer Bottles


 


Don't try and hide the fact that you don't have these just lying around your house this time of year!!
Instead of just tossing them utilize them. Place a monogram on the front add some lights and voila decor! You can also tie some garland around the top or the whole bottle, you can even go as far as cutting them and using them as candle holders or vases. This craft has endless possibilities.


I hope you enjoyed these inspiring decoration ideas for the whole family!! Now go get to crafting! Make sure to share your DIY's to Sweetgrass Home Staging

All The Best!




Thursday, December 6, 2018

Top Items To Have For Your Guests

Tis' the season for gathering with family & friends!

With guests come guest accommodations. Do you have the essentials in your home to host?!?

Here are THE Top Items to have on hand for Your People this holiday season...

Plush Towels

In your guest bathroom, you don't want to share your everyday bath towels with your guests. Splurge and get the luxurious plush Hotel or Spa towels you love to steal ;), I mean admire :)! Your guests with appreciate the extra step for them. 


Scent Blasters

Nothing screams Christmas more than scented candles or air mists. Fill your home (especially the guest bath) with these alluring aromas to spark the holiday season mood. 


Bath Kit

This kit can include spa-like essentials such as; Bath Salts. Body Butter, loofah or wood handle scrub brush, slippers, etc. You want to give off the impression that you love your guests and want them to feel like they are on vacation, even your in-laws will appreciate this, hopefully...

The Expensive Toilet Paper


You know the type where you only need a few sheets to get the job done. The extra soft & thick kind, that you normally wouldn't buy. Add a special touch by tying a ribbon around the extra roll or fold the roll on the spool to create a point, spas and hotels do this added touch so why not, right!


Fresh Flowers


Fresh Flowers add that lovely touch. They actually have an emotional effect on us, the scent of fresh flowers reacts with the happy endorphins we release to help relax us. Spread the freshness throughout your home to induce this feeling for your guests. These Fresh Boujee-Full flowers are compliments of Boujee Fresh Floral Designs www.boujeefreshflorals.com. 


Stock The Medicine Cabinet













Make sure to double check that your fully stocked with bandaids, tylenol, mouth wash, peroxide, rubbing alcohol, neosporin, tums, pepto bismol and other top name brands that might come in handy. You don't want to be known as the host who dropped the ball. Be the Hostess with Mostess :)

Well I hope this list was beneficial to you, and your guests appreciate that you went the extra mile to help make them feel right at home while they visit with you this season!

All The Best!