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Creating the perfect picture display

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You may not realize this, but The Shopping Channel also offers some amazing artwork and wall accents. Accessorizing is my favourite part of decorating, it’s what makes a house a home and enables you to express your own personality.

But, it comes with its own set of challenges; how, for example, to display all my artwork. Whether you’re juggling a wall of art or simply want to display your family photographs, hanging and displaying art can be tricky.

It takes incredible skill to create an eclectic salon-style display, a skill I’m afraid I always don’t have.  But, there are some tricks to make it easier:

(1) Frame all your pictures in similar frames. Neutral frames with an off-white mount is my fail-safe choice. With many affordable frames in this style out there, it also makes budgetary sense.

(2) If you’re displaying photography, opt for either all colour or black-and-white photographs. It’s easier to deal with one or the other, rather than mix and match.

(3) Plan! Before you start pounding nails into walls, arrange your hanging on the floor as you intend to hang it. If you’re hanging a large grouping, I suggest cutting the picture shapes out in craft paper and taping the cut-outs to the wall too, so you can better visualize how the display will look on the wall.

(4) Don’t hang artwork too high or too low. The middle of the picture or display should be at eye level.

(5) If you want more flexibility to rearrange, use a picture ledge or shelf instead of hanging pictures. That way you can create different vignettes season-to-season without wrecking your walls.

(6) Give art space to breathe! Large scale or dramatic pieces are the star of any decor production. Practice restraint and let them shine!

Falling for new decorating ideas

Category: What's hot in Home

At this time of year, there’s lots of buzz about new looks for fashion and beauty. But don’t overlook your home! Whether you need to redecorate or just shake up some accessories, there are options for every style of interior. Here are some inspiration boards to spark your imagination.

Traditional elegance
Homes that are traditionally elegant are very well-suited to Fall’s sumptuous palette. Traditional furniture is usually grand, dark and often ornate. Fabrics like damasks and velvets conjure a rich sumptuous feel.

Living Room featured products: 610396 - Sure Fit Vintage Brick Cushion / 606520 - Sure Fit Matelasse Slipcover / 606482 - Rugman Najafabad Wool Rug / 607205 - Carisa Coffee Table with Glass Lift Compartment

Dining Room featured products: 347191 - Royal Vienna Oxford Candlesticks / 347884 - French Chateau 47 Piece Dinnerware Set / 604531 - Nest Of 2 Tables - Madison Collection / 609257 - Wonders of the World Nabbu Style Area Rug

Bedroom featured product: 608805 - Croscill Townhouse Duvet Cover

Casual classics
This look is a little more relaxed. Paler wood tones and rustic accessories soften the style, making it warm and inviting. This style of decorating offers the perfect balance between formal and casual, country and city style.

Living Room featured products: 604538 - Foyer Table - Country Cottage Collection / 610773 - Tiffany Style Orchid Wall Sconce / 607127 - Hereke Area Rug - Mahi Green / 610392 - Sure Fit Sanger Chocolate Cushion

Dining Room featured products: 347896 - temp-tations™ 12 Piece Oven to Table Set / 348378 - Royal Doulton Universal Crystal Stemware / 610601 - Tiffany Style Mission Window Panel

Kitchen featured products: 608913 - Hilland Rectangular Planters (2 Piece) / 610154 - Gaggia Baby Black Coffee Machine / 347487 - KitchenAid Artisan Stand Mixer with Added Value / 347837 - Blue Willow 55 Piece Dinnerware Set

Chic Contemporary

Clean and modern, with eastern-inspired accents, this style is warm without being overwhelming or too fussy. For those who prefer a modern aesthetic and minimal carefully-chosen accents, this style of decorating is youthful and can evolve season-to-season to suit your changing tastes.

Living Room featured products: 608910 - Sakura Round Denmark Wall Decor Unit (3 pieces) / 608457 - Manhattan Cocktail Ottoman with 2 Reversible Trays / 607102 - Bombay Carving Area Rug - Black / 611002 - Weston Crystal Table Lamp

Kitchen featured products: 607853 - Francis Francis! X6 Trio Espresso Machine / 610486 - Paderno Super-Size Kettle, 5L / 610471 - Paderno Belmont 20 Piece Flatware Set / 608468 - Set of 2 Viva Swivel Counter Stools

Bedroom featured products: 348369 - Artscape Set of 2 Window Films - Etched Small / 610982 - Gatineau Hills 7 Piece Duvet Cover & Sheet Set / 608473 - Manchester III Queen Bed Frame / 610258 - Wilton Armetale Zen Tray Candle with Stones

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