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Monday, October 31, 2011

Have a collection? Show if off right!


Lots of time, people that have collections either hide them behind a glass armoire- so out of sight that it becomes a missed decorating opportunity!  They usually hide them out of protection from accidental breakage and loss but I believe these items should be the focal point and beautiful addition to your home décor. You obviously love these things, so why take the time and money to collect them and not make them the standout show piece that they are in your heart. They represent your personal style, so make a statement by displaying them with power and finesse. Some tips on how to get more bang for your buck:

1. Get them out of that dusty closed armoire and bring them out into your living space.
2. Group them together. They make more of an impact that spreading them all around the entire home.
3. Odd numbers are usually more interesting than even numbers.
4. Incorporate them into your décor in an interesting way and play up the differences is shape, color, height, and material.
Below is a sample of how collections could and should be displayed if you want to make a statement.