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This extra wide fireplace mantel spans the width of the room and was a challenge to decorate.

3 Ways to Decorate Extra Wide Fireplace Mantels [Examples Included]

April 30, 2022 in Decorating, Reader Advice, Q&A

I have 3 examples of extra wide fireplace mantel decorating challenges to share today that came in as questions for styling help. See how I suggested they tackle these unusual styling dilemmas……

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Tags: fireplace mantel, mantel, mantel decor, Q and A, mantle decor, how to decorate mantel

This photo came in to my Instagram DMs during a weekend Q&A a few months ago, regarding how to better decorate this area. | carlaaston.com

3 Home Decor Styling Dilemmas Solved on Instagram Stories

April 27, 2022 in Decorating, Fun, Inspiration, Furniture, Q&A, Reader Advice

I’m hoping you all follow me on Instagram if you hang out over there at all because I occasionally do some home decor styling dilemma Q&A in my stories.

Last time I did that was in January and I’m thinking about opening up the inbox for questions again, this weekend. Read on to see what it is all about…….

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Tags: Instagram questions, Q&A, reader Q&A, styling dilemmas, design dilemma

Warm toned color palettes inspired by Highpoint Market 2022 - carlaaston.com

5 Warm Toned Color Palettes Inspired by Highpoint Market!

April 23, 2022 in Color, Decorating, Inspiration, Trending

Since my recent trip to Highpoint, I’ve had warm tones like terracotta, blush, cinnamon, ocher, etc. on my mind. I happened to receive a few rug samples I’d ordered awhile back just this past week, and I put together a couple of schemes based on these colors.

I hope you likey!

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Tags: color, color palette, warm tone color palette, color scheme, fabrics, Highpoint Market 2022, trend spotting

Confirming Your Own Design Ideas with My Designed in a Click Email Service

April 20, 2022 in Design Plans, Designing, Remodeling, Reader Advice, Q&A, Kitchen

People have often used my Designed in a Click service just as a second pair of eyes on their project.

They may think they have it all figured out, but just need some confirmation to feel confident about moving forward. They might have the overall idea ready to go, but just need to work out a few details.

And believe it or not, some even have designers but just want a second opinion.

Such was the case with this consultation.

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Tags: Designed in a Click, consultation, email consultation, kitchen remodel, backsplash design, Q&A, DinaC round up 1

Emerging Trends and Interesting Finds at Highpoint Market 2022

April 16, 2022 in Furniture, Inspiration, Products, Trending

I love keeping an eye out for new and interesting finds when at Highpoint market. Sometimes you come across products you would never dream of finding. I also like to catch emerging trends, just to see if my designer spidey senses are still on point. :-) Check out these finds by clicking through….

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Tags: Highpoint Market, design trends, furniture trends, 2022, unusual finds 1
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