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Styling Advice for Consoles and a Stone Fireplace Mantel

March 18, 2023 in Decorating, Color, Q&A, Shopping

I’m sharing some styling advice and the accessories that I recommended in a recent Q & A for two consoles and a stone fireplace mantel.

I think you might find this helpful too, as it deals primarily with the underlying color tone of the stone as far as what dictated the accessories and a piece of furniture she had.

Some good general decorating ideas to go by….

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Tags: pink stone, stone fireplace, console, fireplace mantel, home decor, styling table tops, fireplace mantel decor, stone wall, Subscriber Questions 1

Picture Frames for your Bookshelves, Tabletop or Dresser | carlaaston.com

Designer Approved Picture Frames For Your Bookcase, Tabletop or Dresser

March 15, 2023 in Decorating, Products, Shopping

This is one item you typically DON’T see designers purchasing for their clients when they accessorize their homes at the end of an installation.

Have you ever seen picture frames out on tabletops, in bookcases or on dressers in a designer’s portfolio? Well, today I’m sharing picture frame buying and arranging tips and have lots of frames to share!

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Tags: picture frames, photo frames, family photos, displaying pictures, photo display, bookshelf styling
Kitchen Styling Basics - Your guide to styling a photo-ready kitchen! Carla Aston, Designer | Colleen Scott, Photographer

Kitchen Styling Basics - Your guide to styling a photo-ready kitchen! Carla Aston, Designer | Colleen Scott, Photographer

Kitchen Styling Basics - Your Guide To Styling A Photo-Ready Kitchen!

March 11, 2023 in Decorating, Kitchen, Link Love, Inspiration, Fun

Since times are a little tough these days, large remodels and a whole house of new furniture is something many people are holding back on. However, we can sometimes lift our spirits with a few new items for our kitchens and a few tips on how to make them a little more pleasing and photo-ready. :-) Check out all these ideas for your kitchen styling…….

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Tags: kitchen design tips, kitchen styling, kitchen styling basics, kitchen styling tips, styling, styling tips, countertops, backsplash, pretty kitchen, kitchen island, blogger link up, styling tips 2023

How to Design a Small Pass-Through Room (5 Essential Items)

March 08, 2023 in Decorating, Design Plans, Q&A, Products, Reader Advice

This small, pass-through room is actually more of an alcove. It is not a space that the homeowner really used at all but it did need to look designed (not filled with leftover furniture) as it is right at the front entry. Come and see what I suggested, keeping in mind the adjacent spaces…..

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Tags: Q and A, Instagram question, Q and A example, Q&A, Living room, small space, pass through room

Kitchen Design Questions Answered With a Bonus Suggestion!

March 04, 2023 in Kitchen, Remodeling, Q&A

I am sharing a consultation done that had a few kitchen design questions today. This homeowner was getting ready to do some minor updates in a partial remodel. My bonus suggestion at the end will probably make the biggest impact. :-)

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Tags: kitchen remodel, kitchen design, kitchen consultation, Designed in a Click, Kitchen hood, venthood, Q and A
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