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Shop the Look from my little library/lounge!

12/30/2020

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This transitional style library nook is tucked in what may have been a formal dining room that was neglected since the homeowner had preferred another area for more casual dining.  The need to get away and have a quiet place to read or an additional TV viewing area was met by installing custom bookshelves and adding in very comfy seating, good lighting, and a place to put up your feet.  (Note this is a rendering using a zoom backdrop curated by Clive Christian Furniture and Hatchards.)
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For this post, I wanted you to be able to pull together a look that is all your own. I have suggested pieces in the affiliate links below that if clicked and/or purchased, I may receive a commission on with no additional cost to you.  Have fun putting together a look that makes you want to dive into that new book or movie you've been waiting to tackle. At the bottom of this post, I'll show you my choices from these items that I would put together for a specific look.

Area Rugs

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Floor Lamps


Ottomans


Lounge Chairs


Oh, so many choices! Depending on your style, any combination of these items (and the great wide internet!) will get you your dream library lounge. If you want to go custom on furnishings and upholstery, there are even more choices. Given the limitations of the items above, here are two styles put together with choices from those items.
Contemporary
Traditional
Skipping the ottoman on this style since I chose the recliner.
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Shop the look - Interior Design Trend for 2021

12/28/2020

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I believe the trend for 2021 is toward a lifestyle that is hopeful, peaceful, and healthful. Our home decor will include soft textures, natural colors, unique lighting and sustainable materials. If you like the items shown in my first mood board for 2021, you can shop for them by clicking on the pictures below.  Happy New Year!
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Wilson Pendant
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Signature Design by Ashley, Sweed Valley Pouf, Comfortable Pouf & Ottoman
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Milo Sofa
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Asulf Tree Sculpture Everly Quinn
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Catriona Chair
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Sandefur Pedestal Coffee Table
If there are items not individually listed that you are interested in, please contact me at autumnlightinteriors@gmail.com and reference this blog post. 

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Last Minute DIY Holiday Decor

12/12/2020

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I hate to admit it, but I'm a bit late on holiday decorating this year, so I put together some ideas to quickly add a splash of cheer. They are homemade, but don't take a lot of time or resources.
Metallic Spray Paint is your friend!
Do you have some old knick-knacks hiding away in a closet, some inexpensive wood or plastic toy trains (ask your kids for permission, please!), a tree or shrub with interesting small branches you can cut and bring inside, unused perfume bottles, or any other interestingly shaped objects?  No? Your nearest thrift store may have the perfect ugly duckling to turn into a swan. Try to collect a few items that make up a theme - animals, vases, transportation, etc. Get some gold spray paint or gold glitter paint (or both) and start spraying those objects...some with gold, some with glitter. Turn a few objects into a collection and display them together on your mantle, table, or bookshelf. A few small items sitting in the middle of some greenery (wreath or garland), will give you an unexpected pop of sparkle.
Holiday Decor
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Not liking the idea of spraying non-holiday shapes? A hobby or craft store has options like cardboard or wooden letters. Spell out HOPE, LOVE, PEACE, whatever message you prefer and spray paint those.  Or grab up some small wreaths.  These can be made of fake greenery, twigs, or other non-porous material.  Spray, spray, spray and hang a few with some red velvet ribbon.  Imagine these wreaths sprayed gold!
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https://www.digsdigs.com/76-inspiring-scandinavian-christmas-decorating-ideas/
Bandana/Napkin Mantle Scarf
  • Materials to gather: Several bandanas or napkins, wide ribbon, double stick tape, safety pins (or needle and thread), ornaments or tassels.
  • Step one: Cut the ribbon to the length of your mantle. 
  • Step two: Fold your bandanas or napkins like this picture -​​
Mantle decor
  • Step three:  Sew or pin an ornament or tassel to the pointy end that is longest.
  • Step four:  Tape double stick tape along the length of the ribbon on the pretty side. 
  • Step five:  Lay the bandana along the double stick tape where the black line is drawn in the picture above.  (The bandana is shown with the right side up.  You will lay it down on the tape keeping the right side up. The line is just there to show you the alignment.) If you want (or need) to further ensure the bandana stays put, either sew, pin, or replace the double stick tape with double stick Velcro.
Lay your newly made mantle scarf on top of the mantel. Here is one I found on Etsy.com:
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Less messy and labor intensive ideas - we like those!
  • Fill a basket or bowl with ornaments and/or pinecones.
  • Get small mirrors from a hobby or craft store and display candles upon them.
  • Gift wrap various sized Kleenex boxes and display on a table.
Basket Decor
wrapped kleenex

To my family and friends -
​Have a very Merry Christmas and a safe and Happy New Year!

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    I, Brenda Szarek, am the founder of Autumn Light Interiors. I have immersed myself in home design and problem solving for years and have creative solutions for all kinds of interior design dilemmas. I hope you enjoy my tips, tricks, trends, and inspiration to help you find your way to a well-designed, comfortable, and functional home you can be excited to live in and welcome others within.

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