How to Decorate Using Accessories – Video

How to Decorate Using Accessories
Today #39;s decorating tip, "How to Decorate Using Accessories" is brought to you by interior decorator, Leslie Sarmiento. The question, "Where should I place my accessories?" is asked by many people when looking to add those special touches in a room to cozy up their space. The most common mistake most people make is buying accessories before they know where they will go. But, buying accessories should never be an impulse buy. Before purchasing, first look around and identify where you have any "negative space." Next, ask yourself these 3 questions: "Where does it seem off balance? What spaces feel empty? and, What areas need a little more weight?" Then, measure, measure, measure! You should measure for your accessories before shopping so you know what to buy. For instance, if you buy a small vase and put it on a large shelf, it will look bare. And adding more items around the vase will simply create a cluttered area. Remember "scale" often means "less is more!" Using larger scale pieces to fill up the space will look more deliberate. When dealing with collections and collectibles, display them in a way that is dramatic and meaningful. Rather than scattering single pieces randomly, group them together to create one large statement. Also use stands and cases to help define them even more and give them real importance. Keep these basics in mind when decorating, and your accessories will fill your space beautifully and help you enjoy your room even more. Visit Leslie online at ...From:Carmen WisenbakerViews:2 0ratingsTime:01:43More inHowto Style

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