Author Archives: Kristin

Nursery Furniture: What Does Your Baby Need

When you’re expecting a new baby, it can be easy to feel overwhelmed by the sheer volume of baby stuff it seems like you need to buy. Everyone you know likely has an opinion on what you absolutely must have for the baby. Much like it can be hard to know what you really need […]

What Does Your Bedroom Really Need?

With the rise of Pinterest and other home décor sites, it may start to seem as though your bedroom has to be a luxurious oasis complete with Jacuzzi and two fireplaces. Your bedroom should be a place of rest and relaxation. But your bedroom doesn’t need to be the size of a football field to achieve […]

What Size Area Rug is Best for Your Needs?

Purchasing an area rug can be tricky. After all, an area rug can really tie a room together with its color and style. Plus, rugs are not always as inexpensive as we’d like them to be. You need to be conscious of the best size area rug for your room, too. This means that it’s important […]

How to Choose the Best Fixture Finish for Your Home

If you’re interested in giving your home a fresh look on a budget, one great way to do so can be to swap out your fixtures for ones with a new finish. From doorknobs to cabinet pulls to faucets to lighting fixtures, there are many design elements in your home that can become worn and […]

Memory Foam Mattress Pros and Cons

If you’re like most people, you’ll probably only buy a handful of mattresses in your lifetime. Since mattresses are not an everyday purchase, it can be tough to learn all there is to know about them. Ultimately, finding the right mattress for your home can be tough if you don’t know the basics. How do […]

Why Your House Should Have a Mudroom – and 4 Things It Needs

If your house is anything like most, things tend to end up everywhere. When you and your loved ones get home, you tend to have other priorities than putting things away. Let’s face it: putting things away is boring. And when you are already short on time, keeping up with this boring task can be […]

How to Decide if You Need a Loveseat

It’s easy to look at all of the fabulous living room furniture featured on HGTV and Pinterest, and decide that your own home could use a refresh. What’s not always as easy is deciding which pieces are right for you home. It’s important to think about more than just form but function as well. If […]