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Making and Styling Your Bed, Made Simple
When we moved into our new home, one of the most unexpectedly overwhelming tasks was styling the beds. Suddenly, I had more bedrooms than I was used to, which meant more bedding to buy, more styles to choose from, and honestly… way more decisions than I expected. I know that probably sounds dramatic. I mean, I’ve been making my bed since I was a kid. But choosing bedding as an adult felt completely different. Suddenly I was trying to figure out: It felt surprisingly intimidating at first. But over the last couple of years, especially while decorating our home and setting up our Airbnbs, I’ve learned that styling a beautiful…
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The Exact Bedding I Use for a Cozy Look
I honestly didn’t realize how sad and outdated the bedding looked in our master bedroom until we moved into our new place. With the new decor, our old comforter looked flat and boring. It definitely did not provide the cozy, luxurious hotel-style feel I craved. But, I truly had no idea where to start when it came to elevating my bedding. I was overwhelmed by the color, texture, and pattern options. And, I didn’t even know the essential layers, let alone where to shop for them! Luckily, I’ve now learned, and I’m happy to share (check out my post Making and Styling Your Bed, Made Simple). But, trust me, it…
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5 Bedding Mistakes First-Time Decorators Make (and How to Avoid Them)
Why Bedding Matters More Than You Think When I first started decorating our home, I figured the beds would be the easiest place to start. How hard could it be? Throw on some sheets, a comforter, and a couple of pillows, right? But once I moved into our new townhome—with three bedrooms to style—I quickly realized that creating a bed that’s both cozy and aesthetically pleasing was a whole different ballgame. The basic bedding I’d been using in my tiny apartment suddenly looked out of place in this new setting, where I wanted every room to feel thoughtful, elevated, and inviting. I wanted beds that felt as good as they…
