How to Get a Classy Shabby Chic Feel to Your Home

<div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: center;"> <a href="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEi-zYz0sm4OTXyYgV-RMJCc-NezW-npoJ6ap_FR2nHrKg4nWOxqxMAEDhbbFtLDyOPm11rf6rYHp1VN1Hzqf0Z846DJWQDYLunPbDYXUOePg35DSQDUJ1hc40673mMT5nvfEDd1S6ZOeg/s1600/a1.jpeg" imageanchor="1" style="clear: right; float: right; margin-bottom: 1em; margin-left: 1em;"><img border="0" height="199" src="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEi-zYz0sm4OTXyYgV-RMJCc-NezW-npoJ6ap_FR2nHrKg4nWOxqxMAEDhbbFtLDyOPm11rf6rYHp1VN1Hzqf0Z846DJWQDYLunPbDYXUOePg35DSQDUJ1hc40673mMT5nvfEDd1S6ZOeg/s1600/a1.jpeg" width="320" /></a></div> <div style="text-align: justify;"> In recent years we have seen a huge increase in the popularity of vintage style interiors and more and more people are now using 'shabby chic' in every day terms when talking about interior design and decoration.<br /><br />So where did this term 'shabby chic' come from. The style developed from the old English Country house style and the older French look and has now developed into its own unique style of themed decor.<br /><br />The two key words here are of course 'shabby' and 'chic' words that have distinctive meaning. Shabby meaning worn out, frayed or threadbare and 'chic' meaning stylish, elegant and fashionable.<br /><br />So how do we achieve that 'antique style' look without our homes looking worn and uncared for?<br /><br />Furniture is a good place to start with lots of options. Many retailers now sell lovely distressed looking furniture such as coffee tables or side tables made from wood and painted normally in white or pastel colours, sometimes plain and sometimes with a design embellished into the wood.<br /><br />Then there is the home accessories that are available and many of our favourite decor items such as photo frames, hanging decorations and clocks all come in varying vintage style designs and at differing prices.<br /><br />So why is this style so popular? Well there is always something friendly and comforting about a home that is decorated in this style with a real vintage feel and the theme can be adopted for most rooms in the home including the kitchen, bedroom, conservatory and of course the lounge or living rooms.<br /><br />The focus of many homes is the living room and hall where we often find numerous shabby chic items like coffee tables, photo frames and wall decorations all offering a pale painted finish which has been lightly distressed.<br /><br />So where else is popular for these vintage style items. Many homes will have shabby chic furniture or decor items in their conservatory and one of the favourites is the shabby chic garden bench with some pretty shabby chic photo frames or candlesticks to carry the distressed theme throughout.<br /><br />There are lots of vintage style home accessories that endorse this distressed look and you don't have to spend huge amounts of money to obtain a gorgeous authentic vintage style look around your home. Many online stores sell beautiful shabby chic home accessories and you should shop around as online shops or retailers can offer substantial savings when comparing to high street retailers.<br /><br />So, consider vintage home style furniture, decor and home accessories and watch your own home turn into a classy vintage style elegant and chic yet warm and loving place to live with soft furnishings, light coloured fabrics, distressed style furniture and some unique accessories to obtain that ever popular shabby chic style effect.<br /></div>

How to Get a Classy Shabby Chic Feel to Your Home

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Home Decor - Use Shabby Chic Decor and Lace to Create a Beautiful Room!

<div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: center;"> <a href="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEiyHsr8XFlbhNwJb96hcgiIDZ6V38NUtdUhmfi_R7osb2Tuyz3oVy7tiZoMKf3U6k20WZkTbmmHfI5juYG4mXaX6-NgBCaw9OWKDkdETWawaYvl6RRlT-ZlDn0ejX34r3y1YoP3r8Ug-Q/s1600/a.jpeg" imageanchor="1" style="clear: right; float: right; margin-bottom: 1em; margin-left: 1em;"><img border="0" height="256" src="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEiyHsr8XFlbhNwJb96hcgiIDZ6V38NUtdUhmfi_R7osb2Tuyz3oVy7tiZoMKf3U6k20WZkTbmmHfI5juYG4mXaX6-NgBCaw9OWKDkdETWawaYvl6RRlT-ZlDn0ejX34r3y1YoP3r8Ug-Q/s1600/a.jpeg" width="320" /></a></div> <div style="text-align: justify;"> Are you looking for accents to complement your shabby chic home décor decorating style? The answer is to use lace--new or old lace is an excellent choice since lace symbolizes grace and style. Tips for using lace in your shabby chic home decorating ideas include:<br /><br />*Lace curtain panels - This is a tried and true use of lace. Lace curtains allow light into a room while also adding a touch of elegance. They may be tied back, hung straight to the floor or hung straight and left to "pool" on the floor.<br /><br />*Lace valances - Lace valances may be used alone or with lace panels. I used a beautiful creamy lace valance with salmon-colored 1" wooden window shades in two living room windows. They looked elegant as well as light and airy and worked in perfectly in my shabby chic home décor style.<br /><br />*Lace placemats or doilies - Use lace placemats for each table setting or as part of a table centerpiece. Doilies are versatile and add a touch of style to any piece of furniture. My favorite use for doilies is to place them so they hang over the edge of a shelf for an attractive, pretty look.<br /><br />*Lace-trimmed decorative pillows - Lace pillows are a "must" in shabby chic decorating. You might want to use your own suitable pillows and add lace trim.<br /><br />*Lace handkerchiefs - Browse in antique shops and flea markets for vintage lace handkerchiefs. They can be used much the same as doilies as a shabby chic home décor accessory.<br /><br />*Lace scarves - They can be used as runners on furniture as well as draped over furniture. I especially like lace scarves or short lace panels draped over the rungs of a small wall coat rack or mug rack.<br /><br />*Lace-trimmed linens - You and your guests will love sleeping on lace-trimmed linens. Purchase these or add the lace yourself.<br /><br />*Lace wrist pin cushion - Yes, there are lace wrist pin cushions--something for everyone! Do an internet search, and you will find them.<br /><br />This should give you incentive to start shopping for lace, lace, and more lace! Be creative and have fun including lace accessories in your shabby chic home décor.<br /><br /><br /></div>

Home Decor - Use Shabby Chic Decor and Lace to Create a Beautiful Room!

Are you looking for accents to complement your shabby chic home décor decorating style? The answer is to use lace--new or old lace is an ...

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