THRIFTY THURSDAY - AFFORDABLE WINDOW TREATMENTS...

Window treatments can make (or break) a room. Without them, a space can feel bare or unfinished.  They can surely make a statement or be a feature in a space.  Thankfully with the internet, there are so many stylish and, more importantly, affordable window treatment options for any style space. Many retailers and big box stores sell curtains and have an even larger selection and range of lengths on their website.

Here are my Top 5 Online Resources for Window Treatments and some of my favorite options:

Ikat Key - $39/panel

Scribble - $39/panel

Zigzag - $39/panel

Dot Lattice Linen & Embroidery - $25/panel

Banded Faux Silk - $30/panel

Fretwork Linen & Embroidery - $25/panel

Jacquard Plume in Peacock - $45/panel

Geometric Grommet in Black Flocked - $50/panel

Blythe Colorblock in Sage Linen - $45/panel

Draped Shade - $39

Electric Chevron - $49/panel

Scallop Scale - $29/panel

Channel Sheers - $45/panel 

Vienna Faux Dupioni Silk - $90/panel

Geo - $35/panel

So let's update those windows with some new style, just in time for the holidays. In the meantime, happy trend spotting...

Peace and Blessings,

Tammy

TOAST TO THE BAR CART...

Lots of people are staying in for New Year's Eve and entertaining from home. In doing so, you'll need the essentials for entertaining is style such as elegant glassware and serving pieces. One such necessity to house these wares is the BAR CART. Everything old is new again and the same goes for this retro favorite. This staple of mid century home decor has made a big resurgence in the past few years. 

Vintage 70s Lucite Cart by Charles Hollis Jones

Vintage 70s Lucite Bar Cart from 1st Dibs

Lucite bar cart ready for entertaining

Since we are in the height of the holiday entertaining season, now is the perfect time to find a bar cart that's right for your space. The price points are as varied as the styles: 

Target - $130

Target - $132

Z Gallerie - $260

Ballard Designs - $349

West Elm - $399

Horchow - $795

Worlds Away - $947

Worlds Away - $965

Worlds Away - $995

Williams Sonoma - $1,450

Roost - $1309

Worlds Away - $1715

Restoration Hardware - $1,895

John Richard - $3,885

Luckily they are not only limited to housing cocktail paraphernalia. They are great to use as an end table, in an entry way, an office and even as a sofa table. So raise your glass to this new old favorite. 

Happy trend spotting...

Peace and Blessings,

Tammy

STRUTTING WITH PEACOCK...

I don't recalled if I've mentioned that I am a BIG fan of anything peacock - from the feather to the color. Teal is one of my favorite colors, along with purple and red. 

What girl wouldn't love this peacock inspired trinket?

As with most good things, a little goes a long way. Still peacock can have a commanding (and well deserved) presence, so don't overdo it or a room can start to look kitschy.  Accents are a great way to incorporate a little peacock...

Peacock Inspired Bowl from Pier 1

Chair from Pier 1

Rug by Delos

Throw by Z Gallerie

Pillow from Etsy.com

If you insist on going all out, here are some ideas to consider when using peacock where its done with success...

Now let's see how you strut. Happy trend spotting...

Peace and Blessings,

Tammy

SOME PHOTOS COURTESY OF ELLEDECOR.COM, HOUSEBEAUTIFUL.COM.