Friday, August 31, 2018

Broad White Modern Farmhouse with Wraparound Porch

Broad White Modern Farmhouse with Wraparound Porch The white exterior of this beautiful farmhouse home shines bright against the natural green of the landscaping. Shapely structural lines and a large wraparound porch beckon with a stylish and welcoming charm.



White Covered Porch With Hanging Swing, Wicker Chair and Mixed Blue Throw Pillows A cozy wood swing comes with a mix of patterned blue throw pillows beckoning visitors to this bright front porch. A wicker chair provides additional seats and frames the room around a red tasseled rug. Plants add colour and the perfect finish to the layout.



Timeless Wooden Farmhouse Front Door with Window Framing The dark, rich wood end of the front door is a gorgeous contrast to the stark white interior ceiling and walls. Windows framing the door allow in natural light to highlight the bright, clean appearance of the simple and timeless design. A hefty light fixture matches with light sconces and slim image frames to get a balance of decoration.



Distressed Natural Wood Bench Over White Shiplap Wall With Black and White Photos White shiplap walls deliver a beautiful, simple texture to the fashionable setup of this hall space. A natural wood seat features a distressed finish with patterned throw pillows. Black and white framed artwork compliments the ease of the design approach while adding artistic intrigue.



Country Living Room With Blue Built in Shelves, Velvet Sofa and Colorful Pattern Throw Pillows Two large, fitting bookshelves frame the rear wall complimenting the blue tones of the furniture and mimicking the look of the bright, white shiplap walls. A velvet couch is brightened with colorful throw pillows featuring floral and patterned fabrics.



Airy Modern Farmhouse Living Room Design With Natural Wood Framework and Soothing Color Scheme Light accentuates the breath of fresh air in the farmhouse appearance of the living area. Natural timber beams, a brick hearth white washed walls bring a beautiful combination of textures to the room. Pale blue bits and patterned chairs liven up the layout without overpowering the serene feel.



Contemporary Black and White Chair in Country Fireplace Living Room Contemporary art over the mantel compliments the contemporary kind of the black and white chair in this living room. A diverse white and black pattern on the throw pillow generates intrigue in the look with no overpowering. The stunning wood mantel framework is an attractive contrast to the bright white walls and the textural brick fireplace.



Vibrant Farmhouse Kitchen with Blue Island Accent and White Tile Backsplash White walls, cabinetry and countertops capture the vivid, natural lighting of the room which makes this sunny kitchen the perfect compliment to a farmhouse house. A blue island brings into a soothing colour accent and generates an attractive backdrop behind organic wood bar stools.



Sunny Country Dining Room With Circular Table, Area Rug and Natural Lighting This dining area is illuminated with sunshine. The circular table fills the room well with lots of floor area remaining for comfortably maneuvering through the room. A pendant light centers the room while an area rug adds some color.



Blue Living Room With Bright and Colorful Pillows, Coffee Table and Rug A hot pink rug, multi-colored striped java table and vibrant throw pillows immediately catch the eye against the blue walls and navy couch in this sitting area. Natural light in the french doors catches the mix of colors and bounces off the reflective finish of their table lamps.



Blue Country Window Seat With White Roman Shade, Striped Seat Cushion and Patterned Pillows Blue cabinetry frames this inviting window seat and creates a monochromatic look over the space. A white roman color compliments the bright, natural light of this window as it flows over the striped seat cushion and plush patterned pillows. A contemporary art fixture and bright flooring rug include a peak of intrigue to the otherwise sweetly simple layout.



Beautiful Country Neutral Bedroom With Petal Light Fixture, Shiplap Walls and Blue Comforter A bright blue bed duvet pops against the light green shiplap wall neutral and coloring fabrics filling this comfy, country bedroom. Sheer drapes softly frame the windows while a centered lighting fixture provides a heavier element to the light, airy look of the room.



Double Vanity Bathroom With Window Seat, Half Curtain and Marble Countertop A striped half curtain offers privacy while still letting natural light fill the bright, white toilet. A built in double vanity includes a mirrored layout of marble counter tops, wood-framed mirror and simple sconces. Connecting the dressing table, a window chair creates a decorative space for blue pillows to add colour to your design.



White Shiplap Country Bathroom With Bathtub and Natural Wood Table White shiplap walls and a white ceiling give this toilet a bright and bright finish. The glistening white tub shines from the walls and warm-toned hardwood floor. A pure wood end table provides a textural component to highlight the rustic effect of the plan.



Powder Blue Kid's Room With Two Twin Beds, Star Pendant Light and Broad Roman Shade A modern star light is based in this child's bedroom to get a fun modern touch to the design. Matching twin beds comprise textured frames and striped throw blankets across the blue comforters. The powder blue color produces a light look throughout the space, with the striped floor rug adding complimentary shades to the color palette.



White Country Bathroom With Double Floating Sink, Basket Storage and Contemporary Sconces A broad, double faucet sink gives a unique look to the vanity set up of this country bathroom. Contemporary sconces frame the mirror over matching towel rings. Straightforward basket storage keeps the room uncluttered, and also a red patterned rug adds a splash of warm color to the design.



Large, Cushioned Window Nook With Natural Wood Frame, Star Pendant Light and Patterned Roman Shade Natural wood beams frame the entrance to this large window nook. A tufted olive green pillow provides height to the space, finished with a decorative mix of patterned throw cushions complementing the neutral tones of this space. A star pendant lighting adds a fun, modern element to the space.



White Shiplap Walls and Distressed Green Cabinet Tucked in Under-stair Cubby A beautifully distressed cabinet perfectly fills the space below the slant of those farmhouse stairs. The green end pops against the white shiplap walls and warm-tone hardwood flooring. Simple tabletop decor finishes the space.



White Farmhouse Exterior With Black Door and Window Frames and Textured Stone Landscaping The bright white exterior of the home shines from the natural colours of the exterior. Natural timber barn doors and ornamental stars give a traditional southern sense to accent the farmhouse style. Rock landscaping through the yard provides texture and shaping for the planted area.



Pizza Party

Pizza Party With a custom wood-fired pizza oven and bench-style marble table, this Tuscan-inspired area by Jamie Durie is prepared for a family of pizza lovers.



Play Some Games Outdoor games like giant dice provides hours of entertainment for children and grownups alike. Have a look at Glow-in-the-dark yard darts, inflatable Twister and more exciting backyard yard games.



Bring the Indoors Out Recreate the comfort of inside outside with clever outdoor living vignettes like this one. Consider visiting yard sales, antique stores or secondhand stores to find old outdoor furniture which could be instantly brought back to life with quick coat of paint. Outdoor Space Ideas



Make Some Color Assist guests escape with an umbrella. 13 Outdoor Umbrellas We Enjoy



Go Big with a Pergola Pergolas are an appealing permanent accession to the garden that will produce a cool, shady spot for you and your guests to relax. See more amazing pergola designs.



Break Out the Fire Pit Keep the party going after dark using a fire pit. Fire pits are helpful year-round, and many are under $100. Try setting up a s'mores station to win additional points along with your guests. See our favourite fire pit ideas and layouts or create your own fire pit in an afternoon.



Put Pets Away Sorry--we love Fido as far as you can--but no matter how good-natured and well-behaved your animal is, unless you are absolutely, 100-percent convinced that everyone coming into your shindig will probably be okay with it, put your pets away. Animals often get overwhelmed around large groups of individuals, which means that your four-legged friends will thank you afterwards.



The Secret to Eliminating Mosquitoes Citronella plants, candles and torches can provide some temporary relief from hungry mosquitoes; you can also try burning these easy-to-make sage bundles. However, the ideal way is simple--a fan. Mosquitoes can not fly through the breeze, so hurry and find that old fan out of the basement! Get bit? 12 Ways to Relieve Mosquito Bites



Set Up a Buffet Produce "stations" with various appetizers and dishes throughout the backyard to keep guests moving and mingling throughout your event.



Establish the Table If you're hosting a formal occasion, a fashionable outdoor place setting is easy to set up.



Create a Garden Centerpiece Use blossoms and elements from your backyard to create unique--and cheap--figurines for your table. Think creatively and utilize vessels you have available and foliage and flowers from your garden. Centerpiece Ideas for Every Event



Terra-Cotta Utensil Holders These smart re-purposed pots are a magical way to assist your guests find what they should dig in. Get the measures.



Fire Up the Grill With tasty recipes for both meat-eaters and vegetarians, grilling is a summer celebration must. Grill looking a little dingy? Click here to learn how to restore it.



A Grill for Small Spaces Do not fret, flat dwellers. There are a wide array of grills available created especially for smaller spaces, like this grill-planter combo from Black Blum.  



Selecting BBQ Wood Grilling and smoking with timber can be a complicated job. The smoke is meant to enhance the taste of your meats rather than overpower it. As a basic approach, select lighter, fruit woods for fish and poultry. Pair them with oak fuller burning, for more. Experiment out there along with other forests, using them in moderation until you accomplish your desired flavor. The Top BBQ Wood for Smoking and Grilling



Baste Meats with Rosemary Rosemary bush thriving? Snip off two or three branches, dip them into a marinade and baste your meat together. Get the measures.



Grill Some Fish There is nothing better than fresh fish right from the grill. Grilling whole fish might appear daunting, but this nonstick grill basket makes it as easy as flipping a hamburger. Simply fill the basket with your favorite entire fishtry stuffing your fish with fresh herbs and citrus pieces--close, grill and lock.



Get the Menu Take advantage of your summer harvest by serving up platters of your homegrown garden veggies, in this way hearty grilled zucchini and goat cheese salad. Try those 8 Tasty Garden-to-Grill Recipes.



The Kids' Table Chopped fruit creations, such as this colorful rainbow, encourage kids to play with their food, and eat it, too! See more fun fruit and vegetable creations for the small ones.



Water Stations Make sure there's lots of water to your guests to drink. The hostess of the tropical wedding shower kicked up their water a notch with the addition of lemons and limes.



Bring out the Bar Drink up cocktails like this homemade limoncello, it is possible to also set up a place in your lawn with distinct liquor and drinks and let guests mix their own. 17 Sublime Summer Cocktails



Put Some Spice in Your Life (And Cup) Seeking a spicy cocktail? Try infusing tequila with peppers directly from your backyard. Get the measures from HGTV.com, and a recipe for a blood sugar Sol de Flare cocktail.



Giant Chess If you have got the room, a giant chess or checkerboard is a fun and practical backyard addition which will wow guests. Learn how to create your own using just concrete and sod.



Pool Party Pool parties are simple: just let your guests to grab their swimsuits, serve a few beverages and dive in! Extra towels will surely come in handy for forgetful guests; signs pointing to the bathroom will prevent dripping guests from wandering through your home. This pool was once a meltdown, see its incredible transformation.



Outdoor Wedding Ideas Renting a wedding in your own backyard is an affordable and memorable way to exchange vows. Get ready for the big day with garden wedding thoughts and DIY wedding ideas from our friends at DIYNetwork.com.



Tailgating Tips Everyone enjoys a fantastic tailgate. Bring a little character and style into gameday with fun tailgating ideas from the ladies of In The Picket Fence.



Go on a Picnic Take the party to the park or even just host a little soiree in your yard with a picnic baskets. Do not forget silverware along with a comfy blanket to sit on!



Have Fun! Bear in mind, the most important part of an outdoor party is you and your guests enjoy each other's company.



Update a Basic Scarf

Update a Basic Scarf Everyone loves receiving a snuggly scarf during the holidays; they're a great little gift for friends, coworkers and loved ones. Our how-to shares how to easily give a typical scarf an outstanding makeover by adding their initials or even a pleasure term with buttons.  



Delight Their Senses Using just a few new ingredients, you may produce a yummy citrus-infused salt to give as a present to your favourite foodie or vacation hostess. Or, keep the savory seasoning to kick up your own culinary game. Get the recipe.



Upcycle Closet Castoffs Cover bangle bracelets in cloth from an old flannel shirt or pj bottoms to make fashion-forward jewelry that makes a thoughtful handmade present. Get crafting with our how-to directions.  



Go Au Naturel Dyeing fabrics with indigo is an age-old technique that has never gone out of fashion. (And for good reason!) Use this natural dye to alter a simple white linen scarf to make a present that's both timeless and on trend. Get our step-by-step instructions.  



Place the Stars On Your Pocket Our how-to instructions will make it easy to personalize a plain pocket notepad with the recipient's celebrity sign with scrapbooking mini brads and simple embroidery.  



Make Your Mark With a Monogram Jewelry makes a fantastic special event gift, but it's even more memorable when it is created by hand. To get a handmade gift they'll love wearing, shape air-dry clay into a customized bracelet with unlimited creative possibilities. Make your own using our step-by-step directions.  



Stamped Clay Bracelet With only a little creativity, you can flip a scrap piece of leather into a fashion-forward snare or hair clip which makes a sweet handmade gift you may give any time of year. Craft your own with our step-by-step instructions.  



Upcycle Scrap Leather Into an Accessory Standard craft materials are all you need to turn glass gems (located in the floral supply region of the regional craft store) and photographs into customized magnets which place their favorite memories on display.   Get our how-to instructions.  



Create Personalized Magnets on the Affordable Place fresh herbs to work to create lotion bars which smell amazing and are a true treat for dry winter hands. Learn to create them.  



Custom Leather Keychains Let us face it: We've all accidentally shrunk at least one wool or cashmere sweater. It is a painful learning experience: wool hot water agitation = a felted sweater that, on the down-side, is currently too small to wear however, on the plus-side, felted fibers do not fray when cut. Thus, turn those felted gems to a clever way to package jar candles by slipping a candle into one of the sweater's felted sleeves then marking how much you want and cutting off it. Embellish with a coordinating ribbon, bell or decoration and your gift is complete.



DIY Herbal Lotion Bars Lip balm is a necessity for a lot of us during winter's coldest months. Ensure they will always have a convenient source with this smart how-to which shows you how you can fill a classic locket using a custom-mixed blend of components that will keep cracked lips at bay.  



Repurpose a Shrunken Sweater Small vintage tins filled with sweet or savory treats are always a welcome gift. After all, who does not love homemade snacks?! Get 14 additional thoughts for providing gifts in vintage containers.



Give an Old Locket New Usefulness A small framed photo makes a thoughtful gift for most folks in your listing and can be a sentimental stocking stuffer. Our friends at HGTV Magazine  reveal tips for making these crafty frames plus   5 small handmade gifts.



A New Use for Instagram Pics Help colleagues, family and friends shake off winter's chill with a pretty canister filled with a customized mix of warm hot cocoa ingredients, like instant coffee, cocoa powder, sugar and cinnamon. Insert a tiny wooden spade so that your existing recipients can help themselves into some hot cuppa anytime.  



Fill a Vintage Tin With Homemade Treats Delight the little artists in your gift list with these personalized and homemade art supplies. Our friends at HGTV Magazine share strategies for making these adorable crayons plus 5 more little handmade presents.  



Creatively Frame Their Memories A little imagination, Velcro and iron-on glue tape (or sensed adhesive) are all you need to turn buoyant felt right into a smart gift for all of the coffee-lovers in your listing. Get additional tips for making these felt cosies plus 7 simpler DIY gifts.  



Homemade Hot Cocoa Mix If a person on your gift list is always on the move, follow these how-to directions from HGTV Magazine to craft a global-themed bag tag that they'll be sure to love.  



Get Crafty With Crayons Put fairly cookie cutters to function to easily make scented or unscented holiday candles that are just the perfect size to slip into a stocking or hand out to teachers or acquaintances. To create them, hit your local craft store to get colorful candle wax, melt, following manufacturer's instructions, then pour into cookie cutters.  



Have Fun With Felt HGTV Magazine's how-to instructions make it simple to turn craft shop supplies into a accessory accessory.