Large windows and even walls of windows are popular choices in most homes today. One of the biggest drawbacks is the scorching summer heat that can quickly turn a well light space into a sizzling sauna. Installing the right kind of blinds can help you save much energy to cool your home, saving you valuable time and money.
Roman Shades – You can block out a lot of light with these shades especially if you get black-out fabric lining. What I love about these shades is that you can choose from a lot of different fabrics, and patterns to match your current décor or to bring some color to your space.
Anna Baskin
Margaret Donaldson
Sarah Barnard
Honeycomb Shades: Installing honeycomb shades on a standard window can reduce the amount of heat entering a room from 22-76%! You can definitely give your air conditioner a break and save on your electricity bills this summer.
Two Blind Guys
Vertical Blinds – Great for large and tall windows since they easily allow you to control the amount of light filtering into a room. Choose blinds that are light colored to reflect the heat rather than absorb it.
Mark Newman
House of Shutters
Here is a great place to get custom blinds at Blinds.com!
Whether you have children, a messy partner or are just into fashionable clean bathroom décor you are not alone! Making over your bathroom with these few tricks can help you achieve a new look without having to spend too much time or effort. With the right bathroom sink you can transform your bathroom, making it not only practical but also stylish.
Functionality – Under counter sinks when matched with ceramic or granite countertops can leave you with a seamless line that is easier for clean up and makes a huge difference in the overall look of your bathroom.
Terrat Elms
Remember that updating a bathroom doesn’t always mean hand towels and wall décor! A few simple tweaks in updating your fixtures or adding in duel Kohler sinks can instantly add value and fashion to your home!
Shane D Inman
Redbud Custom Homes
A colored sink – Colored basins to add color to your bathroom is something more people are doing especially in small bathrooms. Beautiful stone, glass or copper sinks when hit with the proper lighting can add a colorful glow to your bathroom.
Crisp Architects
Amarant Design
Faucet Upgrade – Upgrade your faucet to a sensor hands free faucet. These are really great especially if you have young children who typically can’t reach the handles to turn on the water. They also save on a lot of cleaning and having to shine and wipe down your faucet.
Buchman
Switching up the cabinet knobs under your sink or even adding in mirrored tiles is another quick way to give your space an updated feel without spending too much time or money.
Sheila Rich Interiors
Frank Pitman
Today I’m reviewing a wonderful lifestyle and mommy blog written by Isabelle Thornton, also know as Frenchy. This French born mommy blogger has an exciting blog called Le Chateau des Fleurs that highlights her journey as a busy mother of 4, easy DIY projects, fashion, décor, and her own iTunes app called Bonbon Pic. Aside from raising 4 gorgeous kids, Isabelle is also a designer, photographer, fashionista, decorator, crafter, cook, and gardener – she can do it all!
Even though I’m not a mommy blogger, I have easily got hooked on this blog since all of the projects and ideas Isabelle features are so down-to-earth and do-able! No pricey fashion suggestions or projects here – these tips and projects are something everyone can afford and do at home.
Make sure to check out her app Bonbon Pic, where you can make and share gorgeous photos on your phone with filtered effects and more!
Get BonBonPic on iTunes!
