Adding Sophistication by Integrating Decorating Appliques

Dec 13
11:10

2010

Winslow Sandy

Winslow Sandy

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Appliques can be incorporated into decorating in many ways, not only in your home but in everyday items, as well. Changing the ordinary to extraordina...

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Appliques can be incorporated into decorating in many ways,Adding Sophistication by Integrating Decorating Appliques Articles not only in your home but in everyday items, as well. Changing the ordinary to extraordinary can be as simple as adding cords, fringe, beaded trims and appliques to multiple things. This creative effort is not just for updating a home, but also for stating individuality in clothing, gifts and accessories.

Living rooms and family rooms will be more inviting with a few items to achieve an avant-garde look and feel. Curtains and drapes can be enhanced with the available trims. A sash or tie-back with tassels or fringe for drapes can be made easily by sewing them on by hand or machine. Throws and pillows are other good items where adding the fringe and appliques can turn an average accessory to the room into something exciting to change the appearance. An appliqué that matches the color scheme, with a pattern of your choice, would be great for adding style. Appliques are not only very good looking, but they are quite inexpensive, as well. Bought in bulk, they can be browsed through online suppliers and ordered securely with a home shipment option.

For more of an eccentric change, an idea for using the appliques is to completely overhaul the pieces in your entire room with fringe and faux leather or fur. Adding the identical trim to a few of the pillows and a contrasting color of fringe to the other ones will achieve an updated look that will impress your visitors. Decorative boxes, throws and drapes can be finished off with the same types of appliques and trims that are used throughout the room for the most appealing design.

Decorative boxes can be purchased for pieces in the newly decorated home and embellished with appliques and trims that compliment the design. These boxes are great for decorating on a budget since they come with a small price tag, depending on the type that you want. They come in various kinds from romantic to elegant to funky. There are various sizes of open containers for holding potpourri, floral arrangements or packaged candy. Frame boxes are popular too, for displaying any portrait and come in heart shapes, oval, square or round. These are functional as well, with some options that include a drawer for storing belongings. Additionally, there are sets that are nested which are multi-purpose boxes for a simple decoration to sit on casual or coffee tables. Altering the décor to a room will basically be changing the appearance and feel when guests come to your home to visit. Making an atmosphere that is pleasing to the eye and comfortable is one of the best reasons to make these adjustments to your home.

Gifts can also be made by using the sequin appliques and beaded trims for most occasions. Jewelry, decorative boxes and throw pillows are popular choices for handmade gifts. Some people like to give clothing gifts that could include some handcrafted trims, paints and beads. When you give a gift that has been hand made and sewn with love, it makes the recipient appreciate it even more than simply choosing something in a store that is pre-made. Taking the time to complete the project, along with all of the effort that goes into making it can end up being one of the most treasured gifts to a friend or family member. Whether you decide to change your wardrobe, give an exceptional gift or completely alter the appearance of your home, sophistication in all these things can be accomplished by utilizing the popular trims and appliques.

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