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Accessories to Quickly Freshen your Family Room

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In Seattle, interior designer Faith Sheridan feels a crispness in the air. Fall is here with crisp nights and golden sunlight days, and before too many more weeks, the weather will get cold, and you will be spending more time inside your home.

Now it’s time to think about any decorating updates that you’ve been ignoring since you haven’t been spending significant time inside. Accessories refresh your home quickly and easily.

For many people, gathering around the fireplace and drinking warm beverages is a family tradition, and since the fireplace may be your focal point in your room, is your mantel ready for a facelift?

Add some color to your mantel

Jonathan Berger July 2009 HB issue

House Beautiful with Fern Santini

What accessories make your home cozy and a beautiful interior too? What about colors to add warmth, comfort and pizazz? Some favorites and go-to resources in this post. Snuggle comfortably with a vibrant throw. And my absolute first choice are the ones from Williams Sonoma Home~ talk about cutting edge colors + cashmere for that luxurious touch.

My favorite  accessory for your family room

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If you are ready for some help to quickly freshen your family room to make it cozy and inviting for your friends and family, give us a call soon because this is our busiest time of year before the holidays.

Thanksgiving’s coming - Is your home ready for company?

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Not to put the pressure on… but September flew by. So as an expert interior designer who wants everyone to enjoy the upcoming holidays, here are some quick fixes that add a fresh look to your home, just in time for Thanksgiving.

Paint is our best friend for a quick, colorful change

Colorful, cozy cashmere throws from www.wshome.com offer dual function with a color jolt to brighten your interior and the added benefit of a soft, warming cover.
The color for the season, orange, provides a perfect seasonal accent, a pumpkin candle. These are from www.wisteria.com.
Add a soft touch with West Elm’s decorative pillows with great colors and pattern too.
Need some extra seats when friends and family come for dinner? How about these poufs from West Elm?
For most of this week I am visiting Kohler WI for training and tours of the Kohler Design Center. Look for blogs posts starting Tuesday of my inspirations.
Autumn is a great time to get your home prepared for the holidays. For readers in the Seattle metro area, here is a coupon for carpet cleaning from Pande Cameron.