An update of our hard work in the garden!
10 Double Duty Furniture Pieces
To earn a place in today's homes, furniture needs to look good and work overtime. These stylish furniture pieces have multiple uses, can be used in many rooms, have smart storage, and clever functionality. We are all busy multitasking, so our furniture should too. The Console Table:
It makes a great desk (with drawers for office supplies) but its overall slim proportions mean this table works in lots of places. You can station it behind a sofa or in a foyer for a place to store keys and the mail.
The Upholstered Dining Chair:
It's perfect at the dining table, of course, but also at a desk since those office chairs on wheels are usually not so pretty. Or use it in the bedroom if you want a perch for putting on shoes or pull out into the living room when there's a crowd over watching the game.
The TV Mirror
This is the solution if you are against having a TV in the bedroom. The frame holds a mid-size flat-screen TV, and when the TV is turned off, it's a mirror. When it's cleverly camouflaged like this, your TV doesn't have to ruin your decor or take up valuable real estate in your bedroom.
Headboard Storage
The shelves roll out from behind the headboard to offer storage solutions on both sides of the bed. Keep the bedroom looking neat and tidy by sliding the drawers into the headboard.
The Storage Ottoman
Instead of shoving a bulky file cabinet in your closet, why not park one of these in your living room? It holds standard-size hanging files and just about anything else you can think of. It also has casters on the bottom, making it easy to move around as well provides extra seating. Choose from more than 100 fabrics for this one.
The Storage Cocktail Table
The top slides open so you can get at what's stored inside without disturbing your tabletop display. Keep remotes and TV accessories in the top compartment and board games in the bottom drawer. Or try it at the foot of the bed for sweaters because it is also cedar-lined.
The Storage Cube
These come in six different colors. At 18 inches, they're perfect next to a sofa or chair. Pull four together for a generous coffee table, or stack them into sleek, streamlined towers for showing off your stuff. The simple design and glass top goes with any decorating style.
The Sleeper Sofa
The futon grows up and gets better-looking. This sofa pulls out to become a full-size bed. There are also seven colors of slip covers to choose from. But the coolest part is that the arms zip open to store pillows and bedding, so you're always ready for an overnight guest.
The Dining Table with Storage
If you're one of those people who uses the dining table as a desk, this one's for you. The tabletop slides open to reveal two storage cubbies with dividers. Use one for office supplies and the other for silverware, napkins, and rings. The table's clean lines mean you can pair it with any style of chair.
The Wedge Ottoman
Each person takes a slice of the pie to sit on. Or put them all together and add a big tray for a coffee table that's super practical, especially if it's upholstered in leather or outdoor fabric.
Easy Weekend Makeovers
Spring has sprung and it is time to tackle those to-do lists around the house. It is also the perfect time to freshen up the inside of your home. Every weekend I try to complete at least one project on my long list of home improvements. Here are some easy, do-it-yourself projects that can change your home decor and your entire look in just a day!
Paint or Wallpaper an Accent Wall
You can be a little bolder with your color and pattern choice when you are only covering one wall
Add Architectural Detail with Moldings
This is a simple, inexpensive project that adds a lot of bang for your buck. This update can add significant visual impact and detail to a room. Crown molding gives the optical illusion of greater height and makes the room design feel more complete.
Install a Tile Backsplash
Add color and texture to your kitchen with a mosaic tile backsplash. With new materials on the market, it's possible to set and grout tile in just one day. There are an endless amount of different colors and materials in every price range. I installed my kitchen backsplash myself (the first picture below), so I am sure you can too!!
Give Old Furniture New Style
Any piece of furniture can get a big style boost with a can of spray paint and bit of creativity.
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This latter was turned into a colorful shelf using paint and old vent grates screwed onto the steps
Get Organized with a Message Center
An information center on the inside of a kitchen cabinet keeps track of schedules, grocery lists, coupons, keys, and other small items.
How to make it: Cover the back side of a cabinet door with chalkboard paint or apply peel-and-stick chalkboard. Screw pegboard over another panel and store small items from hooks.
Paint Your Front Door an Unexpected Color
Crate and Barrel Copy Cat
My best friend just moved into a new home and we always have a blast shopping for things to fill it with. On a routine stroll through Crate and Barrel we came across this little navy side table that was perfect for her living room.
That perfection came to the tune of $300 for the tiny table. I instantly took a picture of it and sent it to Ryan. The table was simple and had such clean lines, I knew we could make this for a fraction of the cost.
Here are the results:
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If you are intersted in having one of this custom made in your choice of color please visit my store: http://www.etsy.com/shop/GailWrightatHome
I'M BACK!
Hello All!
I know it has been a very long time since I have updated this site. I have been doing a lot of researching and experimenting, trying to figure out exactly where I wanted to go with this "Gail Wright at Home" dream that I have. I have been very busy working in the design world, meeting many new clients, and helping them make their houses into homes along the way.
However I have missed talking about design as well as my second obsession - FOOD! So I am back in the blogging world and promise to update much more frequently.
I have lots of dreams and ideas, including one day having a brand of my own. In the meantime while I get my ideas up and running, I want you to follow me on this journey. I will continue to post updates on what I am up to in my day-to-day activities, as well as share my favorites in food, design and whatever else is happening in my world!
Here we go....