Welcome Home

Nothing is more beautiful than a home whose décor says “You are Welcome in our home.” So, just how do you say welcome?

First, create a welcoming first impression on the outside. Make sure that your address is prominently display so your guests have no doubts that this is, indeed, your home.

Make sure your yard is tidy with nicely trimmed shrubs and walkways. Blooming plants in season always says “I welcome you to my home.”

Approaching the front door make sure you have your “welcome mat” out. That mat includes the mat itself, seasonal flowers in beautifully arranged pots and a wreath on the door.

Upon entering your home scents are always welcome. Burn your favorite candles, scency pots or even a dish of scented potpourri.

Dishes and jars of candy/nuts placed around the room let your guests know you are glad to have them in your home.

In the bathroom make sure you have paper hand towels available for guests to dry their hands.

Soft music playing in the background is always inviting to your guests. If you know your guests very well you probably know their tastes in music. That’s a great starting point. If not, smooth jazz is always great. Just make sure it’s playing softly so as not to interfere with conversation.

The little things you can do to make your guests feel welcome are simple, yet so very important. Make an effort to create a welcoming  environment for your guests – you’ll enjoy it too.

Visit us at our new location at 535 S. Locust St. in Denton. We are about 5 blocks south of the downtown Square. Don’t worry about the parking – we have our own parking lot.

And as always – Happy Decorating!

Wake Up Your Windows

Ho-hum – is that how you feel about your windows? You have your blinds or shutters and have decorated the room with beautiful furnishings. But, something just doesn’t feel right or seems unfinished.

Draperies, valances or cornices can be just the touch you need to complete the look. Here are a couple of before and after pictures. What do you think? What a difference a drapery can make in the overall look and feel of a room.

BEFORE

AFTER

At Carol’s we can help you choose the perfect fabric and style to compliment your surroundings. From traditional to contemporary and everywhere in between, our decorators can help you turn your Ho-hum windows into spectacular artwork.

If you have the desire to explore options for your windows and need help in making those decisions, give Carol’s Custom Draperies a call. Our trained staff will be more than happy to help you make those decisions.  Give Samantha or Victoria a call at 940-565-8337.

Do you have decorating questions that you just can’t seem to find the answers to? Here are several that I have been asked recently. I hope they are answers that will help you.

How do I make a small space look bigger?

• Start by using lighter colors on the walls and floors. This makes the room feel airy.
• Using lamps instead of overhead fixtures will spread the light throughout the room.
• Use dramatic art pieces to make the room look more expansive.

How do I decorate a bookshelf?

• On a painted bookcase paint the inside a couple of shades darker than the room color.
• Add unexpected items, eye-catching antiques, porcelain statues and pictures to inspire interest and conversation.

How do I decorate a small kitchen?

• Create an illusion of space with under cabinet lighting. With the proper type of lighting the kitchen can be made to appear larger and more pleasing.
• Replace solid cabinet doors with glass front ones to add depth and the illusion of a larger space.
• Remove clutter from the countertops and shelving.
• Direct the eye upward by creatively decorating the space above your upper cabinets.

At what height do I hang my pictures?

• Museum and Gallery standard is 57” to the center of the picture or grouping from the floor. If you stick to this standard, you create a harmony among ALL the pictures in your home.
• Always place your pictures where they are pleasing from a standing viewpoint.

Do you have decorating questions? Please email to us at carcollins@msn.com and we will address them next month.

And as always – Happy Decorating!

Time to Decorate Your Windows for the Holidays

Join Us at 

Carol's Custom Draperies & Interiors

(On the Square in Denton)

On

Thursday, Sept. 18 for

Muffins & Mimosas (10-noon)
Wine & Cheese (2-5pm)

Holiday Decorating Tips! 

Register for Prizes!

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Houzz- Kitchen Remodel, Bathroom Remodel and More »

Browse Furniture on Houzz- For Example:

Armchairs · Benches · Dining Chairs And Benches · Dining Tables · Love Seats · Ottomans And Cubes · Rocking Chairs · Side Tables And Accent Tables ·

Colors and Trends Decorating Seminar

                 Carol’s Custom Draperies & Interiors

and

Hunter Douglas Window Fashions

Present

A Colors and Trends Decorating Seminar

Join us for an entertaining and informative afternoon featuring International Designer SALLY MORSE, a Window Fashions Industry Icon award winner. This design seminar promises answers to questions like: Where do the trends come from? What’s hot? What’s not? What will be the next big trend in design? This colorful and fun seminar will answer all these questions and more. View the best of design from all over the world from France to Germany to right here in the USA - and you don’t even need to pack your suitcase!

Please join us:

Hilton Garden Inn Denton: 3110 Colorado Blvd

Denton, TX

Tuesday June 26, 2012  2:00 PM – 4:00 PM

Tickets must be purchased in advance from CAROL’S CUSTOM DRAPERIES & INTERIORS

112 W. Oak St, Denton

(940) 565-8337 or email: carcollins@msn.com

Tickets are $15.00 each. Proceeds go to Tornado Disaster Relief in Dallas

We invite everyone to stop by Carol’s Showroom after the seminar for Wine & Cheese

at Carol’s Custom Draperies on the Denton Square!

Could It Be? Fall Decorating Ideas with Hunter Douglas

Do I see signs of Fall in the air? It seems that cooler weather is on its way, and before you know it the leaves will be turning to display the beautiful colors of the season. It is also a sign for us to think about readying our homes for the soon to be Holiday Season.

The colors of the season can be brought into the décor of our homes in so many different ways. From the beautiful reds, oranges, greens and plums of the fruit on the table to the deep rust, pumpkin and cranberry in the pillows and throws on the sofa and beds – we can pull the colors of fall into any room.

As the days grow shorter we can bring light into rooms by strategically placing lamps on tables and shelves. A little candlelight here and there will add ambiance to the room as well.

A welcoming wreath on the front door is a must. Fill it with beautifully colored leaves, acorns and gourds. And, don’t stop at the front door with these colorful bounties. They can be displayed on the fireplace mantel, bookcases and tables.
As Thanksgiving approaches think about displaying pumpkins on the front porch or beautifully arranged on the dining room table. Add the smell of the season with candles in scents of Pumpkin Pie Spice, Vanilla, Cinnamon Spice,
Walnut, Banana Nut Bread and Cranberry Spice to name a few.
The cooler weather draws us to our patios also. Why not adorn the tables with trays of fall foliage and color.

Candles are also nice to add just a hint of romance. By displaying these items on a tray they can easily be moved inside in case of inclement weather. Then they can be moved back outside as soon as the weather clears.

Don’t be in a hurry to bring out the Christmas tree just yet. We will talk about that next month. Enjoy the beauty of nature and all that she has to offer in the colorful autumn of the year.

Not quite sure how to pull your fall décor together. We are here to help you!

Give us a call at 940-565-8337 to schedule your appointment or visit our showroom on the historic downtown Denton Square. We are here to help you with all of your decorating needs. We are a full line Hunter Douglas Gallery dealer as well as interior decorators. We have all you need in window fashions and decorating ideas of your home.

And as always - Happy Decorating!!


Photo courtesy of Polished * Plum