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5 Helpful Tips for Styling Shelves

5 Helpful Tips for Styling Shelves

Styling shelves can be a tricky task. Whether you are starting from scratch on a new built-in or bookcase or restyling your currently filled shelves, we want to help make the process of styling shelves as easy as possible. Which is why we are sharing 5 super helpful tips to guide you when styling shelves. Here we go!

How to Successfully Pair Rugs

How to Successfully Pair Rugs

Choosing a rug for a room can be a daunting task. Now, imagine the stress of needing to pick out multiple rugs for an open-concept floor plan or a large-size room. Using all of the same rugs could work, but pairing together different rugs is a much better option. Interior designers have mastered the art of pairing rugs together and we want to teach you how to do it successfully too!

1 Chair 3 Ways

1 Chair 3 Ways

The best part about decorating a home is that there isn't only one way to do it, there are a million different ways to decorate! We took a beautiful neutral, tufted chair from our online shop and styled it 3 different ways. Now, get ready to be amazed at how different one single piece of furniture can look by switching up a few accessories!

20 of Our Best Lighting Tips

20 of Our Best Lighting Tips

We are huge believers that lighting is the most impactful item you can add to a home. However, choosing the right lights and installing them properly doesn't always come easy. So we compiled a list of our top 20 lighting tips to help make it easier. Be sure to bookmark or save this post because it will be incredibly helpful for every room makeover you do!

3 Items Worth Splurging On

3 Items Worth Splurging On

Budgeting for a room makeover can be tricky. Should the budget be evenly distributed for all items needed in the room? Or should you pick certain items to save on? Or to splurge on? We deal with budgets everyday here at SwatchPop and there are 3 items we typically tend to splurge on when designing. Keep reading to find out what they are and why we splurge on them!

1 Dining Table 3 Ways

1 Dining Table 3 Ways

The best part about decorating a home is that there isn't only one way to do it, there are a million different ways to decorate! We took a beautiful wood dining table and styled it 3 different ways. Now, get ready to be amazed at how different one single piece of furniture can look by switching up a few accessories!

Define Your Style: Coastal + Contemporary

Define Your Style: Coastal + Contemporary

Can you define your style? It can be easy to name off colors you love and narrow down your favorite pieces of furniture, but can you give your style a name? Throughout a series of blog posts, we will be diving into various design styles to help you learn how to define your own personal style. Today we are talking coastal and contemporary styles!

5 Quick and Easy Kitchen Updates

5 Quick and Easy Kitchen Updates

Is your kitchen in need of a refresh but not an entire remodel? Is your kitchen in need of an entire remodel but now isn’t the time? If you said yes to either of these questions, this post is for you.

How To Add Style to your Home with Kids Around

How To Add Style to your Home with Kids Around

Are you putting off your next home makeover because you still have kids at home? You aren’t alone. This is a common thing but it doesn’t have to be. Kids don’t have to be your reason for putting off a home that is full of style. We want to teach you how to add style to your home even when you have kids around!

1 Desk 3 Ways

1 Desk 3 Ways

The best part about decorating a home is that there isn't only one way to do it, there are a million different ways to decorate! We took a beautiful wood desk and styled it 3 different ways. Now, get ready to be amazed at how different one single piece of furniture can look by switching up a few accessories!

Easy Goer Lane

Easy Goer Lane

We're excited to share a recent project we can all relate to these days...the home office! Now more than ever, we want a comfortable and dedicated space in the home to function for work. Our clients at the Easy Goer project were no different.

3 Tips for Decorating an Open Concept Floor Plan

3 Tips for Decorating an Open Concept Floor Plan

Open concept floor plans are everywhere. Newly built homes incorporate them and older homes are knocking down walls to achieve them. They are convenient when entertaining and make a home feel so spacious. However, this can be a dilemma when decorating. Spacious areas can feel cold and be hard to decorate. The good news is that these problems can be fixed. We narrowed down our top 3 design tips we use when decorating an open concept space and are excited to share!

How to Style a Coffee Table

How to Style a Coffee Table

We are helping solve a very common decorating question we get asked frequently at SwatchPop, "What do I put on my coffee table?" With so many options and products out there to consider, deciding how to decorate a coffee table can be a hard task to tackle. We want to help make this task a little easier so we are sharing 3 simple tips to help you decide what to put on your coffee table. Here we go!

Kingsview Project

Kingsview Project

Our Kingsview project wrapped this month and we so excited to reveal the finished space! This family has a beautiful new construction home, but they felt it lacked personality and wanted to infuse their own personal style to truly make it their own.

Dartmouth Project

Dartmouth Project

Kitchens are often considered the heart of the home, which is why we take extra special care in creating a space that's both functional and inviting. Opening up a wall, adding an island, intuitive design and distinctive details are just a few of the tools we use to make a tired space fresh, enjoyable and unique.

10 Items to Style Your Kitchen Island With

10 Items to Style Your Kitchen Island With

We get asked a lot of decorating questions here at SwatchPop and how to style kitchen islands is a popular one! Since the kitchen is the heart of the home and the island is the focal point in the kitchen, the accessories you put on your island are going to be seen ALL.THE.TIME. which makes them pretty important. So, what accessories can you style it with? We are making it easy and sharing our top 10 styling items you can use on your kitchen island!

Reader Q&A - Dining Rooms

Reader Q&A - Dining Rooms

We asked our readers to tell us what dilemmas they face concerning their dining rooms. Read on as we dive into 3 different questions concerning how to decorate awkward walls, furniture selection with young kids and giving a fresh spin on antique pieces!

1 Canopy Bed 3 Ways

1 Canopy Bed 3 Ways

The best part about decorating a home is that there isn't only one way to do it, there are a million different ways to decorate! We took one of our favorite canopy beds and styled it 3 different ways. Get ready to be amazed at how different one single piece of furniture can look by switching up a few accessories!

5 Ideas to Decorate a Small Wall

5 Ideas to Decorate a Small Wall

Do you have a blank wall that isn't getting the attention it deserves? We aren't talking about huge walls either.....today we are specifically talking about SMALL walls that can't fit large bookshelves, gallery walls, sideboards, dressers or sofas. We curated 5 different ideas to decorate a small wall that are unique, layered and will give you a designer look. So before you decide to fill your blank wall with yet another boring picture frame, consider one of these awesome ideas that are sure to turn your wall into a showstopper!

DEFINE YOUR STYLE: Classic Farmhouse + Modern Farmhouse

DEFINE YOUR STYLE: Classic Farmhouse + Modern Farmhouse

Can you define your style? It can be easy to name off colors you love and narrow down your favorite pieces of furniture, but can you give your style a name? Throughout a series of blog posts, we will be diving into various design styles to help you learn how to define your own personal style. First up, is your style classic farmhouse or modern farmhouse?

5 Styling Tricks to Take Your Home to the Next Level

5 Styling Tricks to Take Your Home to the Next Level

Furniture is a big part of decorating a home, but styling with accessories is always the cherry on top! Understanding and implementing the art of good styling is what will ultimately transform your home. We partnered with one of our favorite furniture and décor brands, Arhaus, to share 5 helpful styling tricks to take your home to the next level.

The Renovation Inspired by a Kitchen Sink!

The Renovation Inspired by a Kitchen Sink!

We’re so excited to reveal a kitchen remodel we’ve been working on for the last couple of months. Believe it not, this renovation all started with a kitchen sink!

Define Your Style: Traditional + Transitional

Define Your Style: Traditional + Transitional

Can you define your style? It can be easy to name off colors you love and narrow down your favorite pieces of furniture, but can you give your style a name? Throughout a series of blog posts, we will be diving into various design styles...

5 Tile Trends for 2020

5 Tile Trends for 2020

Everyone wants to know what the hottest trends are going to be this year, and we have the insider secrets for 2020.

How to Stop Clutter in Your Home

How to Stop Clutter in Your Home

Eliminating clutter in a home is such an ongoing battle. The mail get dropped off. Kids come home with a million papers from school. Purses, hats, jackets and shoes come off and on multiple times a day. And then the counters…..they are the ultimate hot spot for clutter! How do you stop the madness? We want to help you avoid the craziness of clutter, so we are sharing our tried and true methods that help stop the everyday clutter.

Two Day Living Room Makeover with Invitation Homes

Two Day Living Room Makeover with Invitation Homes

Okay, y'all. This is truly a makeover you have to see to believe! We were so honored when our friends at Invitation Homes asked us to help execute a living room makeover for one of their leased homes in Southern California last month.

How to Fix 5 MORE Decorating Mistakes

How to Fix 5 MORE Decorating Mistakes

Decorating can be tricky but with the right knowledge, beautiful rooms can be created. We narrowed down 5 of the most common decorating mistakes in a previous blog post and it was so popular that we wanted to share more. Check out 5 more common decorating mistakes and how to solve them!

1 Dresser 3 Ways

1 Dresser 3 Ways

The best part about decorating a home is that there isn't only one way to do it, there are a million different ways to decorate! We took one of our favorite dressers from Serena and Lily and styled it 3 different ways. Get ready to be amazed at how different one single piece of furniture can look by switching up a few accessories!

How to Create an Epic TV Wall

How to Create an Epic TV Wall

The TV is the focal point in a family or living room, regardless if you want it to be or not. Once the TV is turned on, everyone in the room is looking in that direction so that wall needs to be amazing. Get ready to be blown away because we gathered a ton of TV wall inspiration, useful shopping links and design tips to help you create an epic TV wall in your home!

The Secret to Mixing High-End and Low Budget Items Like a Pro

The Secret to Mixing High-End and Low Budget Items Like a Pro

Budgets come in all sizes but they all share one common goal: to get the most for their money. So whether your budget is incredibly high, really low or somewhere in the middle, we want to share one of our best secrets to get the most for your money…… MIXING high-end pieces with budget-friendly items. Read on as we share why it works and our secrets to mixing like a pro!

4 Ways to Overcome Design Paralysis

4 Ways to Overcome Design Paralysis

Have you ever been in the middle of a decorating project and suddenly felt “stuck”? Like you didn’t know what move to make next? Don’t worry, you aren’t alone. Everyone goes through it, but the trick is to learn how to get out of it. Check out our top 4 ways to overcome decorating paralysis to get you back out decorating!

12 Outdoor Chairs that are Comfortable, Beautiful and Budget-Friendly

12 Outdoor Chairs that are Comfortable, Beautiful and Budget-Friendly

We want to help give your outdoor living spaces a makeover so we searched high + low for 12 of our favorite outdoor patio chairs that are 1) soft + comfortable 2) beautiful and 3) easy on the wallet. Happy Shopping!

How To Get the Most Out of Your E-Design Experience

How To Get the Most Out of Your E-Design Experience

Online interior design, otherwise known as E-Design, is the ultimate decorating experience that is fast, affordable and fun. The process starts off by 1) choosing your decorating needs, 2) being paired with a designer that shares your style and finally 3) receiving a custom design plan and shopping list. This entire process is exciting because it takes traditional interior design and transforms it into a service that is 100% online. We want you to have the best E-Design experience out there, so we have come up with 4 steps to get the most out of your SwatchPop design projects.

1 Round Dining Table 3 Ways

1 Round Dining Table 3 Ways

The best part about decorating a home is that there isn't only one way to do it, there are a million different ways to decorate! We took one super popular dining table and used it to decorate 3 different rooms to show you the power of decor. Now, get ready to be amazed at how different one table can look by switching up the decor around it!

Reader Q&A: Bedrooms

Reader Q&A: Bedrooms

We asked our readers to tell us what dilemmas they face concerning their bedrooms. Read on as we dive into 3 different questions concerning a blank wall, arranging furniture and how to start decorating from scratch!

Kiss Your Keys Goodbye (and never look back!)

Kiss Your Keys Goodbye (and never look back!)

Last month, we installed Delaney Hardware's Z-Wave Smartlock on our back door and it's been a complete game-changer! Going key-free has been so liberating, especially in my busy home with three kids coming and going!

Why You Should Try Temporary Wallpaper

Why You Should Try Temporary Wallpaper

Are you afraid of wallpaper? Don’t worry if you said no because we understand. Wallpaper can be a big commitment, but we have the perfect solution for you: TEMPORARY WALLPAPER! You may have heard of it before but we want to dive right in and give you all the details of this fascinating product. We are sharing 3 reasons why we have fallen in love with temporary wallpaper:

5 Tips for a Pinterest Worthy Tablescape

5 Tips for a Pinterest Worthy Tablescape

Our goal here at SwatchPop is to make everything around us beautiful and mealtime is no exception. We want to inspire you to take your everyday meals and dinner parties to another level. These 5 tips will help you achieve a tablescape that will be worthy of Pinterest!

3 Common Mistakes When Hanging Wall Decor

3 Common Mistakes When Hanging Wall Decor

Here at SwatchPop, we specialize in filling blank walls so this blog post is our cup of tea. We see a lot of decorating mistakes in our business and hanging wall decor comes with its own set of mistakes. So we are breaking down the 3 most common mistakes we see when hanging wall decor and telling you how to fix them. Are you ready?

1 Bathroom 3 Ways

1 Bathroom 3 Ways

The best part about decorating a home is that there isn't only one way to do it, there are a million different ways to decorate! We took one simple bathroom and decorated it 3 different ways to show you the power of decor. Now, get ready to be amazed at how different one bathroom can look by switching up the decor!

Get The Look: Outdoor Patio

Get The Look: Outdoor Patio

Design Paralysis (noun): When you spend 3.5+ hours searching Pinterest for decorating ideas and then do nothing different to your house afterwards. We see this ALL the time and we understand the struggle. Being exposed to so much design inspiration makes it hard to narrow down what you love and actually come up with a decorating plan. So, how do you fix this? First, you need to take a deeper look into each inspiration photo and ask yourself some questions.

The Ultimate Guide to Decorating with Color

The Ultimate Guide to Decorating with Color

Did you know that the color scheme of a room often influences your thoughts, affects your mood and reflects your personality? Decorating with color is incredibly important so we are challenging you to look at the colors in your own home to see how they affect your life and then look for ways to add more color. To help you to tackle this challenge, we created this ultimate guide to decorating with color!

How To Start Decorating a Room

How To Start Decorating a Room

So, you want to makeover your ____________ (fill in the blank with the room you want to decorate). Where do you start? What is your first step? When do you go shopping? What do you buy first? How do you stay within your budget? Do you need a designer? There are so many questions about the decorating process and we want to help answer them. Grab a pencil and paper and get ready to start decorating with a plan!

The Best Ideas to Fill a Blank Wall

The Best Ideas to Fill a Blank Wall

Do you have a blank wall that you want to do something with? Deciding on how to decorate it can be exhausting because there are a million different options to consider. Which is why we are sharing 4 of our best and most-recommended decorating ideas for blank walls to help give you some guidance.

Why You Should Never Underestimate the Power of a Rug

Why You Should Never Underestimate the Power of a Rug

Rugs are one of the most powerful ways to instantly update a room. Since rugs cover a large portion of a space, replacing a rug can change the overall look and feel to a room. Even though it is such a simple change, you will be amazed at how different a room can look with a new rug.

Take the Boring Out of Your Hallways in 3 Easy Steps

Take the Boring Out of Your Hallways in 3 Easy Steps

We talk a lot about decorating living rooms, bedrooms, dining rooms and kitchens but there is one space that often gets left out……HALLWAYS! Yes, they might seem boring and insignificant compared to larger rooms in a home but they can make a huge impact in a home when given just a little love and attention. We have 3 easy steps to help you take the boring out of your hallways and make it POP!

5 No-Fail Styling Tips to Finish Decorating Your Home

5 No-Fail Styling Tips to Finish Decorating Your Home

Have you ever given a room a makeover and it still didn’t feel “done”? Nine times out of ten it is because the room isn’t styled. Styling is the last step in the entire design process and it is what ultimately makes a house a home. The art of styling is so powerful, which is why we want to share our top 5 no-fail tips with YOU!

The Top 3 Items Your Home Needs for Spring

The Top 3 Items Your Home Needs for Spring

Spring is coming and our homes need to be ready to embrace all the freshness and color that this time of the year brings. How do you get your home ready? We have 3 useful and beautiful items your home needs for Spring to reflect all the freshness from outside!

How To Love Your Home When It Isn’t Perfect

How To Love Your Home When It Isn’t Perfect

Do you love your home? I mean, really truly love the space you live in? Many people answer no because their homes are still a work in progress. Our goal is to help you love your home even when it isn’t perfect, so we are going to teach you how to achieve just that!

Get The Look:  Entryway

Get The Look: Entryway

Design Paralysis: When you spend 3.5+ hours searching Pinterest for decorating ideas and then do nothing different to your house afterwards. We see this ALL the time and we understand the struggle. Being exposed to so much design inspiration makes it hard to narrow down what you love and actually come up with a decorating plan. So, how do you fix this? First, you need to take a deeper look into each inspiration photo and ask yourself some questions.

10 No-Cost Decorating Tips

10 No-Cost Decorating Tips

Are you wanting to give your home a makeover but your budget is too tight or maybe even nonexistent? Don't fret because decorating can start at home without even stepping foot inside a store. To help get you started, we are sharing our top 10 NO-COST decorating tips!

The Home Monitoring App You NEED to Know About

The Home Monitoring App You NEED to Know About

Let me level with y'all. I'm not a techie and I'm not a gadget kind of gal. I realize that sounds crazy considering I run a technology company. But three weeks ago, my basement flooded and I just found a home security app that could have SAVED ME from the whole mess!

1 Sofa 3 Ways

1 Sofa 3 Ways

The best part about decorating a home is that there isn't only one way to do it, there are a million different ways to decorate! One of the best pieces of advice we give is to invest in big pieces of furniture that are good quality and neutral in color because these will be able to accommodate your home no matter how much your style changes. To show you this in action, we took a neutral sofa from Crate & Barrel and styled it 3 different ways in 3 totally different styles. Now, get ready to be amazed at how different one single piece of furniture can look by switching up a few accessories!

Reader Q&A: Kitchens

Reader Q&A: Kitchens

We asked our readers to tell us what dilemmas they face concerning their kitchens. Read on as we dive into 3 different questions concerning countertop styling, seating and upgrading builder-grade!

5 Ways to Transform Your Home This Year

5 Ways to Transform Your Home This Year

If you have been dreaming of giving your home a makeover, this is the year to finally make it happen. We are sharing 5 ways to transform your home and achieve that new look you have always wanted. Make this the year to stop dreaming and start doing when it comes to your home. Cheers to 2019!

10 Items to Help Organize Your Home in 2019

10 Items to Help Organize Your Home in 2019

2019 is the year to create a well-organized home and we want to help you achieve just that. Check out our list of 10 items that look great, solve problems and keep your home organized.

Holiday Tablescapes

Holiday Tablescapes

Check out our latest video on holiday tablescapes.

3 Steps to the Perfect Holiday Tablescape

3 Steps to the Perfect Holiday Tablescape

Dreaming of creating the perfect tablescape this holiday season? You are in luck because we are sharing our 3 tried and true steps to create the perfect tablescape.

3 Quick Updates for a Guest Bedroom

3 Quick Updates for a Guest Bedroom

The holidays are quickly approaching which means guest bedrooms all over the country are prepping to be occupied. Is yours ready? Don’t worry if it isn’t, because we are sharing 3 quick updates that can totally transform the functionality and look of a guest bedroom.

Home Decor Gift Guide Under $50

Home Decor Gift Guide Under $50

Give the perfect gift this holiday season. A gift that can be used in the home is the gift that will keep giving all year long. Whether you are shopping for the aunt who loves to cook, the co-worker who loves to send you funny memes, the sister who is obsessed with Chip & Jo or your neighbor who is fascinated with gardening---we have gift ideas for all. The best part? These gifts are all under $50!

1 Console 3 Ways

1 Console 3 Ways

The best part about decorating a home is that there isn't only one way to do it, there are a million different ways to decorate! We took one of our most popular and affordable console tables we recommend to clients and styled it 3 different ways. The best part about these options is that we took all of the most requested colors and styles from our SwatchPop clients and used them as inspiration. Now, get ready to be amazed at how different one single piece of furniture can look by switching up a few accessories!

3 Designer Secrets For Mixing Patterns

3 Designer Secrets For Mixing Patterns

Mixing patterns can be intimidating. We see room after room on social media of professionally decorated rooms that have mastered the look of mixing patterns. These designers make it look easy, but don’t be fooled, hours of planning go into each of these rooms. Also, pattern mixing doesn’t just apply to pillows, patterns are on your furniture, walls, rugs, art, bedding, and pretty much everything you see in your home. We want to help you achieve this designer look on your own so we are sharing 3 designer secrets to help you mix patterns like a pro!

Why You Need to Upgrade Your Builder-Grade Lighting

Why You Need to Upgrade Your Builder-Grade Lighting

One of the most overlooked upgrades in a home is lighting. Switching out your current builder-grade lighting with something more unique and efficient can drastically change the appearance of a room and add value to your home. Hold on tight as we explore the benefits of upgrading the current lighting situation in your home!

SwatchPop! Beach House: Kitchen Remodel

SwatchPop! Beach House: Kitchen Remodel

If you're a regular follower, you've probably heard about SwatchPop co-founder, Kristen's FL rental property that FLOODED earlier this year when a pipe burst in the wall. With a house full of renovations to tackle, the kitchen remodel was the biggest task of them all.

How to Fix 5 Decorating Mistakes

How to Fix 5 Decorating Mistakes

Decorating can be tricky but with the right knowledge, beautiful rooms can be created. We narrowed down 5 of the most common decorating mistakes we see and how to solve them.

6 Ways to Decorate a Corner

6 Ways to Decorate a Corner

Decorating corners can be tricky. They don’t need anything too big. They also shouldn’t have anything that is too small. They aren’t the focal point of a room either but they still need to be eye-catching yet not overpowering. See? Corners can be tricky, but don’t worry because we have 6 great options to consider when decorating a corner. Here we go!

SwatchPop! Beach House Renovation: Choosing the Best Neutral Paints with Behr

SwatchPop! Beach House Renovation: Choosing the Best Neutral Paints with Behr

As we all know, renovations can be a nightmare. We partnered with Behr Paint on the SwatchPop! beach house project to make the painting process as easy as possible. Their neutral color choices are amazing, y'all. We went with Behr Premium Plus ULTRA Toasty Gray and Campfire Ash on the interior walls and Sleek White for the trim. On the exterior we chose Chain Reaction and Lunar Surface paired with Ivory Palace trim. Read on to see why we made our selections and see these beautiful colors come to life!

1 Cabinet 3 Ways

1 Cabinet 3 Ways

The best part about decorating a home is that there isn't only one way to do it, there are a million different ways to decorate! We took one cabinet and styled it 3 different ways to share just a few different directions one simple piece of furniture can go. For this series, we chose THIS beautiful rustic buffet.

The Splurge Worthy Item For Your Kitchen Remodel

The Splurge Worthy Item For Your Kitchen Remodel

Did you know the average price of a kitchen remodel these days is over $21,000 (according to HomeAdvisor)? Some of you might think that is a crazy amount of money to spend on a kitchen. The rest of you might not think that is enough money. The good news is that not everyone has to agree on the same number. However, you do have to determine your own budget and decide what to SAVE money on and what items to SPLURGE on to attain that number. This is a hard task but we want to help you decide.

The Ultimate Garage Makeover with The Container Store

The Ultimate Garage Makeover with The Container Store

I'm sure you've heard it said that good design and organization go hand in hand. Obviously, a space looks it's best when it's clean and uncluttered allowing you to really focus on the aesthetics. So much easier said than done though, right?

5 Tips for Major Dorm Room Style

5 Tips for Major Dorm Room Style

Are you, or your child headed off to college this year? We want to help take your dorm room to the next level with 5 impactful decorating tips. Read on to learn how to make your dorm room POP!

Ceiling Fans: New + Improved with Lumens

Ceiling Fans: New + Improved with Lumens

Ceiling fans have come a long way since the traditional, eye-sores that occupied the majority of homes in the last 20 years. Today, ceiling fans are sleeker and smarter and available in almost every style imaginable. So, the answer is NO, ceiling fans will not make your home look dated and can, surprisingly, ADD style.

Outdoor Pillow Guide

Outdoor Pillow Guide

Summer is here which means more time is spent outside which also means patio makeovers! Updating patio furniture can be expensive but switching up your old pillows for new ones is a quick and inexpensive refresh for the summer. So, do you know the best places to shop online for outdoor pillows? Don’t worry if you don’t because we rounded up some of our favorites shops and why we love them. Here we go!

Reader Q&A: Living Rooms

Reader Q&A: Living Rooms

We asked our readers to tell us what dilemmas they face concerning their living rooms. Read on as we dive into 3 different questions concerning colors, pillows and furniture arrangements!

How to Instantly Add Character to Your Kitchen (with ILVE)

How to Instantly Add Character to Your Kitchen (with ILVE)

Kitchens are the heart of the home. A place where everyone gathers to make memories. This is why kitchens need to be designed with character and personality to reflect all the people and memories that happen inside. We are excited to share the most amazing way to instantly add character to your kitchen: ILVE appliances.

DIY Chalk Paint Dresser

DIY Chalk Paint Dresser

Yuni shows us how she easily updated her outdated dresser in just a few hours!

Trends To Try: Natural Wood

Trends To Try: Natural Wood

The last piece of advice we have for any design trend is to not go overboard. If you want to try a trend but not sure if you will love it, go small. Don’t go and spend thousands of dollars on a large piece of furniture, consider smaller items like trays, accent chairs, sculptural decor, frames or lighting. Take a look at some of our suggested natural wood items to give this trend a try!

2 Ways to Style a Nightstand

2 Ways to Style a Nightstand

We are strong believers that styling is a powerful tool. Styling can be compared to the magic of a Fairy Godmother. Adding finishing touches to a simple room can immediately transform it with life, color and personality. Take a look at this bedroom before and after styling!

The Stress-Free Way to DIY

The Stress-Free Way to DIY

Raise your hand if you love a good accent wall! You guys...we just discovered the most amazing DIY paint kit that makes it incredibly easy to create an accent wall in your home.

9 Unique Nightstand Alternatives

9 Unique Nightstand Alternatives

Add a unique twist to your bedroom by switching out traditional nightstands. Check out these 9 nightstand alternatives that will make your bedroom POP!

The 1 Item You Need in Your Home

The 1 Item You Need in Your Home

Out of all the things you can style your home with, there is one item we always use on repeat: TRAYS. Trays can be used in all rooms, in all shapes and in all sizes. Read on as we are share more about why we love trays and a few of our favorites!

Decorating Around the Fireplace

Decorating Around the Fireplace

Styling your mantel or decorating around the fireplace can feel tricky and overwhelming. Meghan shares her ideas for creating an intentional and eye-catching feel around the fireplace.

Decorating with Neutrals

Decorating with Neutrals

We all feel that internal struggle when it comes to choosing neutrals or color. Ashleigh shares why she opts for neutrals and how she works in the bolder pops of color with her accents to keep things fresh.

Owning Your Design Style

Owning Your Design Style

It's easy to get lost in inspiration overload these days, so Meghan's sharing her thoughts on finding (and staying true to) your own design style. Check out the bold change she just made in her foyer that feels so right for her family.

DIY Barn Doors

DIY Barn Doors

ATTENTION DIYers and aspiring DIYers. See how Astleigh added a major design element to her kitchen, without emptying her pocketbook. She's sharing her process and the final results! Who's up for painting their doors this weekend?

Money Saving Tips for a Bathroom

Money Saving Tips for a Bathroom

Jessica shares three money saving tips and her two biggest regrets from her own master bathroom renovation. See where she skimped, where she splurged, and what she wishes she could change now that it's all said and done.

1 Fireplace 3 Spring-Inspired Ways

1 Fireplace 3 Spring-Inspired Ways

The best part about decorating a home is that there isn't only one way to do it, there are a million different ways to decorate! We took one fireplace and styled it 3 different ways, each inspired by Spring!

10 Farmhouse Tables Under $1000

10 Farmhouse Tables Under $1000

Farmhouse style dining tables are a hot item these days so we searched high and low to find 10 beautiful tables under $1000. Source: ...

How To Create a Stylish Outdoor Space

How To Create a Stylish Outdoor Space

Meghan gives us a tour of her recently refreshed screened porch and shares her tips for creating an outdoor space that works for adults AND kids! Featured Products ...

How To Mix Masculine and Feminine Styles

How To Mix Masculine and Feminine Styles

We all want our own design style to shine in the home, but let us tell you a little secret……so does your spouse! A common struggle we see is trying to mix masculine and feminine furniture and decor under the same roof. We are excited ...

Reader Q&A: Entryways

Reader Q&A: Entryways

Entryways come in all shapes and sizes which makes them a tough room to tackle, so we asked our readers to tell us what dilemmas they face concerning their entryways. Read on as we dive into 3 different questions and how to answer ...

5 Steps To A Well-Styled Kitchen

5 Steps To A Well-Styled Kitchen

Is a new kitchen on your wish list? Well, we are here to tell you our secret to a new kitchen without the price tag of a remodel: STYLING. Having well-styled countertops can make a big impression and change the look of a kitchen. Get...

3 Things That Will Transform Your Living Room

3 Things That Will Transform Your Living Room

Not everyone is ready to tackle an entire living room makeover, so we are sharing 3 things that have the potential to totally transform the look of your living room. Source: McGinn Photography #1 The...

Jewelry Organization Guide

Jewelry Organization Guide

Organization is key to having a beautiful and functional home. When everything in a home has a designated storage area, it creates less stress and clutter. A well organized area can also be beautiful in itself, especially jewelry ...

How To Display Kids' Art

How To Display Kids' Art

As a parent, one of the biggest dilemmas is what to do with your kid's artwork. To keep or not to keep? That is the question. But before you store or throw away that artwork, displaying your favorites is a great option to consider. Displaying...

1 Dresser 3 Ways

1 Dresser 3 Ways

One of our favorite blog series is back and focusing on kids’ rooms. We took one of the most popular pieces of furniture and styled it 3 different ways to share just a few different directions one simple piece of furniture can go. Here we...

7 Easy Updates for Kids' Rooms

7 Easy Updates for Kids' Rooms

A few small updates in a room can create a fresh, new look without investing in an entire room makeover. This month our blog is focusing on room refreshes and sharing simple tips to help achieve them. Next up, kids’ rooms. Kids’ rooms are one...

2018 Design Trends

2018 Design Trends

We're talking about the design trends for 2018. What's in, what's out, and does it even matter? Featured Products ...

Simple Tips to Refresh Your Bedroom

Simple Tips to Refresh Your Bedroom

Ready to give your bedroom a new look but not ready to invest in a full makeover? A few small updates throughout the room can create a fresh, new look without spending a ton of money. Read on as we share 5 of our favorite updates for a quick...

5 Tips to Get the Home You Want This Year

5 Tips to Get the Home You Want This Year

A new year is here which means it is time for resolutions and fresh new starts. New starts can be created at home, so let 2018 be the year to get the home you have always wanted. We are sharing 5 tips that will help achieve this fresh start....

Decorating Tips for Kids' Room

Decorating Tips for Kids' Room

Kids room are the perfect place to experiment and get out of your comfort zone a little. From wallpaper to lighting - we're sharing our favorite tips to create a fun space your children will love for years to come. ...

The Secret Ingredient to Holiday Tablescapes

The Secret Ingredient to Holiday Tablescapes

Decorating for dinner parties this holiday season can be a breeze with one simple ingredient: ORNAMENTS. Why ornaments? Well, chances are you probably have a few extra laying around or new ornaments are fairly inexpensive if you need more. They...

1 Bed 3 Ways

1 Bed 3 Ways

We are back at it again to show you that there isn't only one way to decorate. Why do we love this blog series so much? Well, we believe that not all rooms have to start from scratch to change the ultimate look of a room and this series shows...

Home Decor Gift Guide

Home Decor Gift Guide

We all want to give that perfect holiday gift that people will love and actually use. For the home decor enthusiasts in your life, the perfect gift is especially hard to find. Finding a gift that reflects the recipient's style, something they...

20 Easy Christmas Decorating Ideas

20 Easy Christmas Decorating Ideas

Get your home holiday ready with these easy decorating ideas. We gathered 20 of our favorite Christmas decorating tips that are simple yet beautiful. Choose your favorites ideas below to fill in those empty spots in your home to create a...

Top Picks: Hearth & Hand and Project 62

Top Picks: Hearth & Hand and Project 62

​Target recently released two new home decor brands, Hearth & Hand and Project 62, and they are both simply amazing. These brands have made decorating your home in the newest trends more affordable and accessible. The problem is that...

1 Thanksgiving Table 3 Ways

1 Thanksgiving Table 3 Ways

​Thanksgiving is almost here and we want your table setting to look spectacular! Whether you are having a formal event with multiple guests, or a casual sit-down with family, presentation is everything and we're here to help. We created 3...

SwatchPop! Dream Home: Dining Room

SwatchPop! Dream Home: Dining Room

​Welcome to our final week of SwatchPop! Dream Home! This is a social media series where we presented a collection of inspiration photos and you voted for your favorites. The winning inspiration photos were featured right here on our blog with...

How to Mix and Match Bedroom Furniture

How to Mix and Match Bedroom Furniture

Skip the matching furniture sets and create a custom space that has a designer touch. Learn how to mix bedroom furniture like a pro today! Source: Studio McGee WHY MIX BEDROOM FURNITURE? Many stores sell matching bedroom room sets...

SwatchPop! Dream Home: Bedroom

SwatchPop! Dream Home: Bedroom

​Welcome to week 6 of SwatchPop! Dream Home! This is a social media series where we present a collection of inspiration photos and you vote for your favorite. The winning inspiration photo will be featured right here on our blog with tips for...

5 Ways to Update Your Home for Fall

5 Ways to Update Your Home for Fall

​Fall is here! The leaves are falling and everything smells like pumpkin spice and we want our homes to reflect all that seasonal goodness around us. We are sharing 5 ways to update your home for fall and bringing the outside...

SwatchPop! Dream Home: Kitchen

SwatchPop! Dream Home: Kitchen

Welcome to week 5 of SwatchPop! Dream Home! This is a social media series where we present a collection of inspiration photos and you vote for your favorite. The winning inspiration photo will be featured right here on our blog with tips for...

16 Table Lamps Under $150

16 Table Lamps Under $150

​"Light is the magical ingredient that makes or breaks a space" quoted by the famous interior designer Benjamin Noriega-Ortiz. Lighting can come from a number of different sources in a room but the quickest and most accessible source of...

SwatchPop! Dream Home: Living Room

SwatchPop! Dream Home: Living Room

​Welcome to week 4 of SwatchPop! Dream Home! This is a social media series where we present a collection of inspiration photos and you vote for your favorite. The winning inspiration photo will be featured right here on our blog with tips for...

12 Accent Chairs Under $300

12 Accent Chairs Under $300

An accent chair is one of the most versatile pieces of furniture and can be placed in almost every room in a house for added function and style. Accent chairs are a great investment piece, but you can also find many inexpensive options. We've...

SwatchPop! Dream Home: Powder Room

SwatchPop! Dream Home: Powder Room

Welcome to week 3 of SwatchPop! Dream Home! This is a social media series where we present a collection of inspiration photos and you vote for your favorite. The winning inspiration photo will be featured right here on our blog with tips for...

Easy Kitchen Update: Peel & Stick Tile

Easy Kitchen Update: Peel & Stick Tile

Okay, SwatchPoppers. You might want to sit down for this. We just discovered something new that we LOVE. Really and truly, LOVE. First off, raise your hand if you have a home improvement project that's been sitting on the back burner...

SwatchPop! Dream Home: Entryway

SwatchPop! Dream Home: Entryway

Welcome to the second week of SwatchPop! Dream Home! This is a social media series where we present a collection of inspiration photos and you vote for your favorite. The winning inspiration photo will be featured right here on our blog with...

SwatchPop! Dream Home: Front Door

SwatchPop! Dream Home: Front Door

Welcome to the first week of SwatchPop! Dream Home! This is a new series where we present a collection of inspiration photos across our social media platforms and you vote on your favorites. The winning inspiration photo will be featured right...

1 Dining Table 3 Ways

1 Dining Table 3 Ways

The wonderful part about decorating a home is that there isn't only one way to do it, there are a million different ways to decorate! We took one dining table and decorated it 3 different ways to share just a few different directions one piece...

The Secret Formula for Styling a Console Table

The Secret Formula for Styling a Console Table

Styling a console table isn't easy, but there are a few secrets to getting the designer look. 1. Center your wall decor over the table for a focal point. 2. Add height to...

Trends to Try: Bold Powder Rooms

Trends to Try: Bold Powder Rooms

Are you ready to try another fun trend in your home? Wallpaper is popping up everywhere lately, especially powder rooms. Since powder rooms are small, they're the perfect space to experiment with bold wallpaper. Read on to find tips on trying...

How to Display Family Photos

How to Display Family Photos

One of the best and easiest ways to personalize a home is by displaying family photos. However, displaying them in the wrong way can distract from the overall design of a room. Read on to see how we addressed 3 common decorating dilemmas and...

SwatchPop! Co-Founder Gets Summer Porch Makeover

SwatchPop! Co-Founder Gets Summer Porch Makeover

When SwatchPop! co-founder, Jessica McRae, was ready to makeover her screened porch, she turned to SwatchPop! "This porch has been an eyesore for years," says McRae. "It's a great space and the perfect place for our family of five to relax and...

1 Fireplace 3 Ways

1 Fireplace 3 Ways

The wonderful part about decorating a home is that there isn't only one way to do it, there are a million different ways to decorate! We took one fireplace and styled it 3 different ways to share just a few different directions one simple...

4 Areas to Accommodate a Small Home Office

4 Areas to Accommodate a Small Home Office

You may not have the space for a full office in your home, but that doesn't mean you have to go without! All you need is a small section of a room to achieve a functional workspace. Read on to see how you can transform 4 different areas in your...

How to Decorate Above the Bed

How to Decorate Above the Bed

You know that space above your bed that keeps begging to be decorated but you just can’t decide on what to do with it? Don’t worry, we are here to help! Read on to learn how to decorate that space above your bed in 8 different ways. 1. Large...

Trends to Try: Acrylic

Trends to Try: Acrylic

Are you ready to try another fun trend in your home? A recent study conducted by Pinterest predicted acrylic to be a major trend for the year. We love acrylic because it can be used in a number of different rooms and in so many different ways....

5 Ways to Refresh Your Home for Spring

5 Ways to Refresh Your Home for Spring

Spring is here! The sun is shining and flowers are blooming and we want our homes to reflect all that goodness that we see outside. We are sharing 5 ways to instantly add that Spring feeling to your home and refresh your decor! (note: some links...

1 Table 3 Ways

1 Table 3 Ways

Console tables are a very versatile piece of furniture for your home. They can be in your entryways, living spaces, bedrooms, and even dining rooms. Read on to see how we styled 1 console table 3 ways! Option 1: Traditional The...

Trends to Try: Dark Walls

Trends to Try: Dark Walls

Paint is by far the most inexpensive item you can buy for your home that will make the biggest impact. One simple can of paint can drastically change the entire mood, feel and look of a room just by painting one wall. One trend we are currently...

How to Mix and Match Dining Room Furniture

How to Mix and Match Dining Room Furniture

Skip the matching furniture sets and create a custom space that has a designer touch. Learn how to mix dining room furniture like a pro today! Source: H2 Design + Build Why mix dining room furniture? Many stores sell matching dining room...

3 Affordable Items for Instant Style!

3 Affordable Items for Instant Style!

Want to spruce up your home without changing everything? SwatchPop! designer, Heather Hess, is sharing her top 3 home decor favorites to instantly update your home and add style. Try adding one of these pieces to your home…or all 3! ...

How to Mix and Match Pillows Like a Pro

How to Mix and Match Pillows Like a Pro

Throw pillows are a simple way to add color, interest and texture to a space. Changing out your throw pillows is also an easy and affordable way to update a room. But finding the right combination of throw pillows can feel like a daunting...

How to Decorate Around a TV

How to Decorate Around a TV

One very frequent question we get at SwatchPop!…”How do I decorate around my TV?” While we don’t want the TV to serve as the focal point of the room, it’s kind of hard to ignore it. For the sake of function, most of us arrange our furniture...

5 Steps to Style Your Bookshelves!

5 Steps to Style Your Bookshelves!

Decorating a chic and stylish bookshelf is often a major design challenge. And we totally get it. It can be overwhelming and difficult to style your bookshelf without making it look cluttered and unorganized. Styling the perfect bookshelf is...

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