Trend Alert: Stripes

Stripes are one hot trend this season and whether you are home or on the go, you can incorporate this fun trend into your everyday lifestyle. When on the go, you can feature this trend by wearing bold striped pants or casually by wearing a lightly striped sweater. When in the comfort of your own home, make a bold statement by using a striped rug, couch, or chair or add a dash of color by using colorful striped accent pieces in different rooms throughout your home.

Share with us how you incorporate this trend into your home on Twitter (@AbbysonLiving), Facebook (@AbbysonFurnishings), and/or Instagram (@AbbysonLiving).

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(Place a hint of this trend on your patio. Photo credit: ballarddesigns.com)

(Add a fun touch of color to your walls by adding colorful stripes. Photo credit: pinterest.com).

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A Look Inside Fashion Designer Vera Wang’s Home

For those of you who love a modern and sleek yet sophisticated environment, then you will love fashion designer Vera Wang’s new getaway home located in the heart of Beverly Hills.

Wang ties in one interior and fashion trend that never seems to fade away, black and white. Her minimalist fashion style mimics her interior style: simple, sleek, and oh so stunning.

Take a look at her Los Angeles home and you, too, can mimic her style using black and white furniture pieces from Abbyson Living.

Vera Wang mimics her sleek and sophisticated fashion style when designing her new home in the Los Angeles hills. (Photo credit: ElleDecor.com/Douglas Friedman)

Wang’s living room is modern and stylish. She uses white couches with hints of black throughout the room. (Photo credit: ElleDecor.com/Douglas Friedman)

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A must have: A plush couch to lounge on while watching your favorite TV shows and films. (Photo credit: ElleDecor.com/Douglas Friedman)

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Southern Comfort

Inspired by Elle Decor’s cover of interior designer Courtnay Daniels’s southern design taste, we have put together ideas to help make your home more hospitable.

Daniels who grew up in Charlottesville, Virginia, helped add a bit of country charm to her brother’s downtown New York City living space. If she can bring southern calm and comfort to one of the most hectic cities in the world, then so can you and we are here to help!

Whether you live in the middle of the city or the middle of nowhere, below are tips and design examples to help open your home to the warming trends that are traditional southern American style.

1. Add southern romance to your living space by using neutrals. Traditional country styles incorporate shades of tan, cream, peach and gray. Interior designer Courtnay Daniels did just that to her brother’s home by using neutral furniture pieces in the living room.

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2. Help make your city loft feel like a sprawling southern mansion by incorporating decorating pieces such as colorful flower bouquets, crystal chandeliers, basket bowls with edible fruit and floor to ceiling flowing curtains.

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3. There is nothing more comforting than decorating with old books. Incorporate a bookcase or library in your kitchen or dining area like Daniels did for client.

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Quick and Easy Home Makeovers

You don’t need to spend a fortune to give your house a makeover or that new and fresh look you are striving for. Hanging curtains around your home can give any room a new look, a pop of color, or a touch of your personality. Repaint the cabinets in your kitchen or add mirrors to a small room to make it appear larger and more open. Below you will find quick and easy home makeover suggestions that will transform your home in no time!

Don’t forget to leave us a comment at the end of this blog and/or send us your quick and easy home makeover suggestions or pictures! Twitter/Pinterest/Instagram: @AbbysonLiving and Facebook: http://www.Facebook.com/AbbysonFurnishings.

1) Curtains

Don’t want to repaint your walls? Hang colored curtains in your living area for an immediate makeover.

Décor tip: Hang your curtains higher rather than lower to accentuate your tall ceilings, creating a larger and more spacious environment.

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Pantone has named emerald green the color of the year! Accent your home with this color by using emerald green curtains.

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2) Kitchen Cabinets

Use glass-front cabinets and paint the interior a bold color you absolutely love and it will be a gorgeous transformation!

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Another way to easily change the look of your kitchen is to paint your cabinets a warm color, remove a few of the cabinet doors (this will help make your kitchen look larger), and paint the interior a bold-rich color.

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3. Mirrors

Mirrors are a beautiful, elegant, and easy way to add flair to any room in your home. They not only help to brighten up a room, but they also help the room to appear larger and more open.

Decor tip: Place multiple mirrors together on the wall to create a mirror collage.

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4) Accent Chairs

Easily upgrade any room in your home with an accent chair! They are a great way to add a touch of color, elegance, or personality to your rooms, while filling up those empty spaces. Below you will find some great Abbyson Living accent chairs…don’t forget to visit our website http://www.Abbyson.com for more options!

Ultimate Entertainment/Hangout Rooms for Men

 

 

 

Everyone deserves his or her own space, whether that is going to a baseball game with the guys, a weekend camping trip with your best buds, or a room that is dedicated to only you. After searching the web, we have found some of the greatest entertainment rooms aka “man caves” that any man would enjoy with his pals. So make your favorite drink and enjoy these ultimate hangout rooms.

Tell us your thoughts on these ultimate “man caves” by leaving us a comment at the end of the blog… And don’t forget to share your favorite hangout spot with us on Twitter (@AbbysonLiving), Pinterest (@AbbysonLiving), or Facebook (www.Facebook.com/AbbysonFurnishings).

Cheers!

Sit at the bar, play pool with your pals, or watch your favorite game on comfortable recliners… Don’t forget to hang up your favorite jersey on the wall Photo credit: BusinessInsider.com

This is one ultimate hangout room! Smoke a cigar, sip on an ice-cold beverage, and play a game of poker, all while enjoying the ultimate view. Photo credit: designerarchitectureblog.com.

This is a fantastic dark and modern hangout room for a man who likes his space clean and simple. Turn on the game, play a game of pool or poker, or lounge on the couch that overlooks the entire city. Photo credit: thehouseface.com.

This modern man cave is a great hangout area for the man who loves playing pool, sitting at the bar watching his favorite sport or movie, or lounging in front of the big screen. Photo credit: Houzz.com.

 

 

Looking for the perfect barstool, recliner, and/or entertainment system for your hangout room? Our home furnishings will be that perfect addition to creating your ultimate entertainment room!

DIY

Weekends are a great time to pick up a Do-It-Yourself project! Especially in the cold of winter when you cannot be entertained with the outdoors, DIY projects are a great way to keep busy! We have compiled a few of our favorite projects this season. Tweet, Facebook, or even Instagram Abbyson Living if you try one of our suggested ideas. You can even pitch us some of your favorite projects at: @AbbysonLiving on Twitter/Instagram/Pinterest and http://www.Facebook.com/AbbysonFurnishings on Facebook.

1) DIY – Cut-Paper Candle Holders

Candles are an easy way to set a delightful ambiance throughout your house. This easy DIY project won’t take you too long to create and will transform your candles and home in no time. Place your new DIY Cut-Paper Candle Holders throughout your house and atop tables like our beautiful Marquis Glass Walnut End Table. For directions, visit: http://howaboutorange.blogspot.com/2012/03/diy-cut-paper-candle-holders.html

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2. Peg Board Jewelry Organizer

Finally prevent tangled necklaces and even have a place for your sunglasses to hang with this great pegboard jewelry organizer! Use nails for hanging space and purchase small frames to add a bit more decor to your pegboard organizer.

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3. Decorative Pom Poms

(Photo credit: dreamywhites.blogspot.com) Click on the above image to be directed to Martha Stewart’s directions on how to create decorative pom poms.

4. Chalkboard Serving Tray

Let your guests know what they’re eating in this very unique way! Serve them their favorite cheeses, side dishes and dips atop a chalkboard serving platter. For directions on how to create this cute and trendy DIY project, visit: http://witandwhistle.com/2011/12/21/diy-chalkboard-serving-platter/

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Interior Design Color Trends

Placing hints of color throughout your home is an easy way to refresh and transform your current decor. From do it yourself (DIY) projects to discovering that perfect piece, find ways to let your personality shine through with a simple touch of color. Share your interior design color trends with us via our social media networks: Twitter (@AbbysonLiving); Facebook (@AbbysonFurnishings); Instagram (@AbbysonLiving); Pinterest (@AbbysonLiving).

(Photo credit: realestate.msn.com). Transform a closet into a book nook like the one pictured above here and incorporate beautiful colors of green and red.

(Photo credit: houzz.com). Paint your bathroom a calming blue color. This luxurious bathroom would not be complete without a matching chaise to lounge on after a nice soothing bath.

(Photo credit: coconuthome.com). Be creative! Paint your entry doors a color that shows off your vibrant personality like the ones pictured above.

(Photo credit: homestoriesatoz.com). Accent your home with a dab of yellow to create a warm environment.

(Photo credit: deliciouspins.com). Paint an old table to add color to any room in your home. This Abbyson lounger perfectly completes this old Hollywood and glamorous feel.

(Photo credit: designrulz.com) / (Photo credit: inspirationgreen.org). Other fun color ideas!

Become a Part of The Abbyson Living Family

Here at Abbyson Living we are pleased not only to offer great selection on quality and beautifully made furniture, but we are proud to have established a community that really enjoys and trusts our furniture in their homes.

We invite you to become a part of our family! Please Facebook post, Instagram tag or Tweet us pictures of you enjoying your Abbyson pieces. Take a browse at some of the familiar faces that have shared a bit of their home life with us.

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

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‘Tis the Season: Holiday Tips & Tricks

It’s that time of year! Happy holidays. We have compiled a list of helpful holiday tips, tricks and do it yourself projects that are sure to bring unique festive light to your home. Stay tuned to our Facebook page for more ideas!

1. Holiday champagne gone a little flat? Drop a raisin in!

Place a raisin in a glass or bottle of bubbly that has lost its sparkle. The last carbon dioxide left will stick to the raisin’s skin, releasing more bubbles. Cheers!

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2.Adult snow globes:

Decorate with these neat snow globes. All you need is a creative mind, Epsom Salt, green glass jars, wire brush trees and small deer figures (from a craft or dollar store).

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3.Maximize your seating options:

From family to friends and neighbor visits, maximize your seating options with AbbysonLiving.com selection of sectionals, ottomans and futons.

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4.Candles:

Candles are an easy way to set up a festive mood throughout the house and can be placed anywhere you wish to add a little welcoming cheer (e.g., fireplace, stairs, tables, floor, chairs, etc.).

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5. How to keep your Christmas tree fresh:

From keeping your tree away from heat to adding tree preservatives, we found a great link from The Home Depot on how to keep your Christmas tree fresh all season long. http://ext.homedepot.com/community/blog/from-the-forum-tips-for-keeping- your-christmas-tree-fresh/

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HAPPY HOLIDAYS FROM OUR FAMILY TO YOURS! 

Mercedes Benz New York Fashion Week, Spring 2013 Trends

The shows at Mercedes Benz New York Fashion Week for Spring 2013 revealed several trends that can easily be translated and applied to your home furnishing interior design. From full skirts to colorful reds, this season’s runway styles are sure to give great inspiration for any room in your home.

ORANGES AND REDS

We have a bright future ahead of us! Spring 2013 color trends include shades of orange and red. Be a part of it by incorporating our Aris Burgundy Fabric Armchair in your living room.

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CENTER PARTS

Add symmetry to your look and home by incorporating this Spring 2013 style. With extra storage space centered down the middle, our Dalia matches this beauty trend by offering equal centered proportion.

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A MIX OF BLACK AND WHITE

Stay in style this upcoming Spring season by mixing up black and white. This simple and classic look is emulated by our Geneva White Euro Lounger.

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DENIM

Match our Florence Graphite Convertible Sofa with this Spring 2013 style: Denim. With similar edge and faded flavor, our contemporary piece is on trend with this seasonal look.

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THE FULL SKIRT

Full skirts were a hit on the runways for Spring 2013. We have matched this trend with our Manhattan Ottoman that tapers with a similar feel. The Manhattan comes in white, burgundy or dark brown.

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