Create a Stylish, Family-Friendly Home for the Holidays
Get ideas for a chic home that stands up to kids, pets and a busy lifestyle
The holidays are hectic enough without worrying about cleaning fussy fabrics and picking up the kids' muddy shoes. Here are some ideas for keeping the house guest-worthy — and still have time to enjoy it yourself.
A mudroom is a savior when it comes to managing kids with dirty boots, school bags and wet coats.
Install hooks to hang jackets and dog leashes for easy access. Woven baskets with labels make it easy for children to store and organize their outdoor gear.
If you do not currently have a mudroom, you can buy an indoor entryway bench for storing umbrellas, mittens and scarves that children usually throw around.
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Install hooks to hang jackets and dog leashes for easy access. Woven baskets with labels make it easy for children to store and organize their outdoor gear.
If you do not currently have a mudroom, you can buy an indoor entryway bench for storing umbrellas, mittens and scarves that children usually throw around.
Slipcovers are great for protecting couches and chairs. Buy machine-washable slipcovers made from flat brushed cottons, polyester blends and brushed velvet.
Try finding a slipcover that has a stain-resistant finish for easy wipe-up.
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Try finding a slipcover that has a stain-resistant finish for easy wipe-up.
| With all the options available today, choosing a rug for your home can become confusing. For rug with high durability, opt for a sisal carpet with a loop pile. Increasing in popularity, these rugs are typically made from natural fibers but can now be found in synthetic materials. Synthetic sisal is much easier to clean and doesn’t stain easily. From the variety of colors, choose a darker shade to better mask dirt and spills. Private Comment
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Want to add some luxury things to your home? You still can, but do it the smart way.
If you want to add a luxury fabric you love like popular silk damask or ikat patterns, use it for pillows that can be easily replaced instead of investing in upholstering a whole couch or ottoman.
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If you want to add a luxury fabric you love like popular silk damask or ikat patterns, use it for pillows that can be easily replaced instead of investing in upholstering a whole couch or ottoman.
| Multipurpose decorating is a must when you have a hectic schedule. Purchase reversible drapery panels or get them custom made for an instant decorating fix. Private Comment
Ottomans that double up as storage space help minimize clutter. Find an ottoman with nail-head detailing or take the DIY approach and make one. |
Metallic Moroccan leather poufs are chic and durable. Made to last, these poufs are great for lounging and wipe up so easily.
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Think smart and install curtains to hide away working areas like a mini office.
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How your home smells makes a great impact on its overall appeal. Instead of spraying Febreze at every corner, light a group of scented candles and burn some incense for a homey, yet refreshing smell.
Display them on a pretty tray like this one to minimize wax spill. When kids are around, keep the candles out of reach.
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Display them on a pretty tray like this one to minimize wax spill. When kids are around, keep the candles out of reach.
Have fun with art in your home by putting up a mesmerizing oversized map that both children and parents can learn from and enjoy.
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When choosing a paint color, opt for an eggshell finish or scrub-able latex paint. Dark colors like this midnight blue are fashion-forward and mask stains and fingerprints.
Check out these links for more ideas:
Corral Your Gear with a Makeshift Mudroom
A World View: Decorating With Maps
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Check out these links for more ideas:
Corral Your Gear with a Makeshift Mudroom
A World View: Decorating With Maps
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