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Multi-level homes can offer many more options than a single-level, but one design piece that they must include is a set of stairs. Believe it or not, the stairwell design had as much thought as the rest of the flow of your home and was created with a specific look in mind.If you want to include your stairwell in your design choices, you may be wondering what you can do to make it the center of attention when guests enter your home, or maybe you want to just evoke your own feelings of happi …

Just like art, picture frames can come in all different shapes and sizes. You may have a certain aesthetic in mind for your gallery wall that includes either all rectangular frames, all circle frames, or all gold or silver oval frames. You may be looking to mix and match for a bohemian look.No matter what you have in mind for your frames, it’s important to choose the right photo or piece of art to go within them. Rectangular frames give you more to work with, but a circle frame can be more …

Experts agree that this spring, geometrics are going to be in a lot of trendy design choices. To take advantage of these hot designs without overwhelming your current decor, you’ll want to choose some subtle ways to add some geometry.For some great tips on small changes, you can make with this trend, see below.Incorporate it in your living area with throw pillows or a rug. Instead of jumping right in with mixing patterns, start small with a few accents here and there. You choose some patt …

Oval frames are unique and gorgeous pieces that often stand out on their own in a world full of rectangular art pieces and photographs. However, even oval frames can be basic and need some refreshment every once in a while.If you have some plain black oval frames or even more ornate antique oval frames that could just use a fresh look, see below for some great examples of ways to make your frames a work of art themselves.Make a beautiful door knocker frame. Door knockers are a staple in ol …

Summer is coming to a close and students and teachers alike are getting ready to return to school. Before the first official day back, teachers are hard at work in their classrooms, creating environments where learning is fun, exciting and accessible. Here are some creative ways to use picture frames in your classroom décor. Create a “Get to Know You” board. Use round wooden frames to frame pictures taken of each student. Have a list underneath the picture frame with the student’s name a …

There’s nothing sadder than digging through old boxes of photographs to find old family photos and discovering that pictures have been damaged. Damage can occur from exposure to moisture, sunlight, dirt or humidity. Losing these images to the elements is especially heartbreaking when they are of sentimental value and have no extra copies. Learning how to store your photographs properly is a valuable skill to have, and with these easy steps, it won’t be too difficult to learn.Start by stori …

Whether you are a sports memorabilia collector or the mom of kids in various sports, displaying a sports jersey is a great way to personalize your home décor while preserving treasured memories. It will become a great conversation piece over time.The first thing to do is to choose a frame. Professional framers can be very expensive so if you are going the DIY route, look for a large rectangular shadow box frame. The color of the frame should complement the jersey, and the glass should pref …