Today’s post is really just an ode to the most important things in your house…..
Windows make or break a house so don’t stint on them. If you can’t afford new ones, check out second hand auction houses for amazing old windows that just need some love and elbow grease.
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It’s the most beautiful day today…a day where you’re glad you put a bit of time into your garden. If you don’t have a garden…don’t do without spring and summer prettiness (and even some autumn and winter if you’re a better gardener than I am)…get some window boxes going.
And if your windows are small…or un-renovated…then all the more reason to get some beauty around them!
A host of gorgeous images for you to imagine at your window sill…
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Ps. Sorry again for not posting regularly last week…still having trouble adjusting to the new mac!
Also….if anyone out there has anything they’d like for me to focus on…feel free to leave a comment with a request!
And I’d really like to hear what you think about the photo references coming grouped at the end rather than after each photo.
I think I love no text interrupting the flow of the images…
Cheers,
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I love plantation shutters…but the full shutters are my favourite. With the right paint job they look so amazing and on a practical level…these things work!
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Particularly if you have them on the outside. It makes much more sense to stop the actual glass of the window from heating up or cooling down by covering them externally. Also, if you have them outside it means you can have curtains inside…
But, inside or outside…they look gorgeous! Some images to inspire. x
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I want I want I want! on Facebook
http://www.facebook.com/iwantiwantiwant
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Yippee!!! I’ve finally got my facebook page properly up and running!
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Which means you can access all the videos I’ve been making ( …yes, the making of them look just like this ) that I can’t upload on the blog. Finally! The videos are a fun mix of gorgeous images and tips…and so far we have…
Chalkboard walls
Multiple mirrors in bathrooms
Trunks and old suitcases
Stencilled floorboards
Decorative ladders
Quirky bedside tables
Pendants in bedrooms
Organised hallways
Hanging a wall gallery (very handy tips!!!)
Not hanging prints
White painted floorboards
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So… to follow me on facebook all you need to do is click on this link
http://www.facebook.com/iwantiwantiwant
Click on the “Like” tab underneath the main photo. Then click on the “Mailing List Sign-up” and enter your details.
Easy peasy!
Don’t forget to click on the “like” tab!
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This means not only can you see all existing videos, but I can also let you know when there are new ones to see, and even when I’ve posted a blog and what it’s about (to save you from going to the blog when I’ve been lazy and not posted!).
I’ve also been able to load up on Facebook lots of photo albums I’ve compiled…
21 so far and counting! …including room makeovers.
So yay! I’m looking forward to having you all join me on FB x
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That link once more….!!!
http://www.facebook.com/iwantiwantiwant
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If you have a room with poor natural light…it’s almost impossible to make it look fresh and welcoming.
But…
a basic skylight costs under $500 so there’s absolutely no reason to have a dingy, unlit room. Of course, there’s a million different types with a million different price tags…so do your research…always get three quotes, and think outside the square when designing. Use your angles, consider the space and be inventive.
Lots of great skylight designs to inspire you….
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So… if you’ve got a dark room that you rarely go into … or worse, a dimly lit room that you’re often in…make a call to a skylight manufacturer near you. Better to get a quote and a few ideas, than to continue hating your room.
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If you’re lucky enough to have room in your roof…you should use it! Good windows and blinds are key to making a small attic space work…and these ones above are fantastic for air circulation. Also loving the touch of wallpaper above the bed!
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Of course your usable space is limited with the angles of the roof…but it’s the angles that make the rooms look so gorgeous!
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So many uses for an attic space…. Love the idea of a dressing room up there…might have to have the high heels downstairs though.
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Home offices can get out of the lounge room and be amazing with their own space…
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And the perfect parents retreat is just a small reno away.
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Or… make space for a teenagers haven.
So if you need another room…you may find you already have one, complete with fab angles, just waiting for you upstairs.
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Stripes are so versatile. Mix different widths and colours and you have a relaxed loose look.
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Striped wallpaper can be very dramatic. I love the black and white look above…and the medium width vertical stripes give real visual height to the room.
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Wider stripes in neutral tones teamed with a sophisticated pinstripe in the same palette and the look is elegant.
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Or…go for some bright, primary colours and the look is all fun.
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Love the turquoise floral against the candy stripes!
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Here the striking grey, white and black stripes go from horizontal to vertical and are a fabulous backdrop to this quirky ensemble.
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Incorporating stripes into your architecture can have huge impact. These reclaimed boards in their original colours are beautiful.
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And a bright stripy floor is fantastic in a childs room…
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Upholstering a statment piece of furniture in stripes really adds to its impact. This ottoman is very cool,
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And this chair is gorgeous.
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Finally…striped curtains give you a really good base to add patterns and colours to your room, and draw attention immediately to your windows.
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Eyelet curtains are a great alternative to the old fashioned pleated curtains. Instead of having bunches of heavy fabric at the top of the window, you have clean lines and a contemporary look.
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And unlike tab tops you don’t have a strip of light coming through between the rod and the top of the curtain.
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They work with block-out fabric and sheers.
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And most styles…
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Pottery Barn have loads of eyelets at reasonable prices – and some good images for inspiration…
As does West Elm…
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The other thing I love about eyelets is you get to have some pretty cool visible hardware.
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And they look fab outdoors as well.
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What a great way to finish off the perfect outdoor room.
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Ugly curtains have a huge impact on a room. So take down your manky old ones and update your home. It doesn’t have to be all at once, room by room it’s quite affordable. For inexpensive options here in Australia, check out Freedom and Spotlight. A lot of them can be a bit scary, but they do have some nice ones. Spotlight even have eyelets sold on the roll…but beware… they don’t protect the fabric from the hardware so you can get some dodgy sections in your meterage. The Halley in charcoal from Freedom is a nice one with full block out. Or…if you want to get them custom made with your choice of gorgeous fabric….then get in touch with me!
Ria FitzGerald has worked as an interior stylist in Melbournes inner east for the past twelve years.
Now based on the Bellarine Peninsula, Ria continues to offer in-home styling consultations for both the visual and the practical elements of your home, renovation and colour consulting and event styling.
Rias work can be seen featured regularly in Home Beautiful Magazine.
\"The I want I want I want! blog is a weekday (ish!) update with reviews of the best online homewares shopping, styling tips, peeks into my favorite homes and commentary on design, interiors and art.
Hopefully you will find new products, designs and ideas to inspire you to make your home the most fabulous place it can be!\" Ria x
