5 EASY UPDATES: GET YOUR HOME READY FOR FALL

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Shift into the new mood by personalizing your spaces with these easy updates.

Spice up your rooms with a mix of warm and unexpected textures. Like genuine leather, realistic fur and vibrant kilim patterns.

Flickering candlelight is always intriguing, especially when its holder is wondrously unique. Go for an asymmetrical look by pairing two unique sizes of candle holders.

New bedding has a way of making you wake up feeling beautiful. And don't stop at just one comforter set. Pairing a solid color with a pattern takes your look over the top.

Lay down fields of softness room to room. Fall for a variety of materials: incredibly soft wool, natural jute, resilient manmade fibers, even leather. Then delight in how any of these styles warm your floors.

Throw in dashes of warmth. Having a throw or two in every room increases the comfort factor significantly. Opt for soft cable knits or fluffy faux fur varieties.

PILLOW 101—REFRESH YOUR LOOK WITH A THROW PILLOW MAKEOVER

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If you recently purchased the sofa or sectional of your dreams (or you just want to look like you have) follow these quick tips and style it like a pro.

Tip One: Color Me Beautiful (stay within a color palette)

This is the easiest way to get started on your makeover. Color blocking is essentially choosing one color (or two complementary colors) and using them to create a cohesive look. You can vary the shape and size of your pillows, and even the patterns and textures, while keeping to your basic color story.

Tip Two: By the Numbers (the rule of 3, mixing patterns for a decorator effect)

Feeling adventurous? Try this slightly more advanced technique for combining patterns in a pleasing way. Stay within a neutral color family (blacks, whites, beiges, grays) and use up to three unique motifs. Geometric, repeating and symmetrical patterns tend to work best for this effect. Once you have the basic elements you can add a pillow or two in a contrasting hue to give the overall look a pop of color.

Tip Three: Bedazzle It! (add texture to give depth to a neutral piece)

Another designer trick is to use textiles with texture and dimension to give your furniture a fun 3-D effect. Pillows with ruffles, faux fur, fringe or velvety softness are irresistible invitations to linger a little longer. The use of metallic or shimmery details creates another level of interest. When working with a variety of textures, don’t overdo it. Keep the color scheme and size of your pillows cohesive for the best effect.

Tip Four: Pulling it all together (accessories that play well with pillows)

Showcase your new pillowscape with a variety of accessories to continue the theme throughout the room. Tabletop decor such as vases, sculptures and lamps can easily tie your look together. The key is to choose pieces with similar qualities (sparkle, distressed, organic, modern) without matching colors too closely. A throw blanket and area rug in neutral tones are additions with instant impact and lasting appeal.

Find your look and share it on our Instagram or Facebook page. We’d love to see what inspires you!

HOW TO BRING HOME THE RIGHT SIZE RECLINER

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Like people, recliners come in a wide variety of shapes and sizes. The difference is noticeable when you settle into seat and rather than relax, you feel uncomfortably boxed in. Here, we’ve simplified how to find an ultra-relaxing recliner that fits your needs and lends blissful support during a full night of TV bingeing.

Choose a style, then measure your space. While that huge recliner looks pretty inviting—will it fit in the space you have? Measuring the seating area helps determine what size recliner will fit in it before you make a purchase.

What size works best? Generally speaking, it’s the width plus the depth and height of the recliner that affords the most room to relax. For simplicity’s sake, we’ll use the width as the basis for measurement.

 

OVERSIZED OR ”BIG DADDY“ RECLINERSmeasure 50" or wider.

56" wide Banetonville recliner’s luxuriously deep seat is genuine leather everywhere the body touches.

57" wide Overly recliner’s plush upholstery and tufted back makes being overly comfortable possible.

59" wide Toletta has an ultra-soft feel and overstuffed pillow armrests, coupled with a zero wall profile.

       

 

MID-SIZE RECLINERS ARE 40"–49" WIDE:

40" wide Ludden rocker recliner’s plush upholstery is like resting on a cloud of comfort.

40" wide Kaylor DuraBlend® rocker recliner has the look and feel of leather without the high price or maintenance.

43" wide Quinnlyn rocker recliner has extra cushioning on the armrests and neck area.

 

SMALLER RECLINERS MEASURE 39" OR LESS

33" wide Placido recliner is styled like a favorite club chair.

36" wide Mannix DuraBlend® glider recliner with 360-degree swivel keeps you in the flow of conversation.

37" wide Darshmore rocker recliner’s pillowy cushions envelope the entire body when you settle in for a sports watching or sleep marathon.

Once you land on a recliner size that fits your needs, choosing a style with one-touch power control boosts your comfort level even further. Happy reclining!

AROMATHERAPY IDEAS: FALL IS IN THE AIR

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Alll, fall! Who doesn’t love the sound of crisp leaves underfoot and the taste of pumpkin spice everything (especially lattes!)? One of our favorite ways to celebrate the season is by filling our homes with scrumptious scents. There’s just something about a cozy house filled with family, friends and delicious smells that lets us know our favorite season is finally here.

The Nose Knows

Looking for ways to cozy up your home for fall? Try these easy aromatherapy ideas:

Bake goodies. Fill your home with the scent of freshly baked pumpkin pie for an instant autumnal aroma. It doesn’t have to be made from scratch—even frozen pies smell fantastic while they bake. Premade sugar cookie dough also produces a heavenly scent. Nothing says “home” like the smell of vanilla!

Light a candle. Don’t want to go to the trouble of baking? Pick up a pumpkin spice- or sugar cookie-scented candle. Other scents that conjure fall include cranberry, sugar and spice, cinnamon and pear. Try burning different scented candles to create your own signature smell.

Create a stovetop simmer. Combine one sliced orange, a couple of cinnamon sticks and a few dried cloves in a saucepan. Add enough water to cover all ingredients and simmer on the stove. Check on your concoction periodically and add more water as needed. Your whole home will smell heavenly!

What are your favorite scents for fall? If you have any easy aromatherapy tips, share them in the comments below! We’d love to hear your ideas.