12 Ideabooks by donna

Designer Lauren Liess recently redecorated her family's den using two botanical charts above her sofa. You don't have to be all about an industrial look to enjoy vintage or reproduction educational charts in your home....
Thanksgiving will be here before you know it. You can give your dining room table a new lift by simply mixing up your look. Add one or two of these chairs to your existing set for a completely new feel. — Donna from A Perfect Gray
I'm all about glass vases this spring. And the bigger, the better. I am grouping three or more large ones on tables or chest tops and arranging larger groupings down the length of my dining table. I especially love one or two oversized, exotic leaves or ferns inside a big, bottle-shaped container. Here...
While shopping with a friend for a lamp, I realized I had my mind set on a gourd-shaped base. I remembered that my favorite lamps were some of those made by famous New York potter and lamp maker Christopher Spitzmiller. His handmade single-,...
I'm thinking about an area rug for my den. I love my hardwood floors, but I want that cozy den feel. Should I go with black and white (my love) or inject more color? There are so many options, what's a gal to do? — Donna from A Perfect Gray
I'm all about using mirrors as art. Frankly, I'm almost afraid to count how many mirrors I have in my house. But they're not for self-admiration; mirrors add light, sparkle and a lovely reflective quality to any room. Check out these lovelies from around the web. — Donna from A...
With the holiday hustle behind us, we can put our feet up and relax a little — finally. Spend a little "me" time with these great decor books. Who knows, you might get some good ideas and have a completely different house when the next holiday rolls around. — Donna from A...
When you pulled out your flatware at Thanksgiving, did it look a little dowdy? I know mine did. Whenever we have folks over for a meal, I spend time sorting through my pieces: the worn ones go to the back of the drawer, and the fresher pieces go out on the table. Let's face it, we use this stuff every...
Nothing gives your home more personality than original art. Invest a little now, and you'll thank yourself later. Check out these original pieces from around the web — you might get some great ideas for your space. — Donna from A Perfect Gray...
I'm changing things up a little in my bedroom and I want a small piece to prop a book or two on, or to sit on when I'm putting on my running socks and shoes. Here are a few pieces that I think are great for both. — Donna from A Perfect Gray...
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