Interior Design Tips–Part I
Bold colors can make any room spectacular. Acting as your own interior designer can be an enjoyable experience and will save you money. With a little research you can succeed in decorating a beautiful living space that you and your…
Mirror Tricks and Other Inexpensive Décor Touches
Three mirrors opposite a window add life and the illusion of space to this room. Notice the decorative square and bolster pillows on the sofa. Traditionally mirrors have been used in the entrance way or foyer of the house. They…
Ralph Lauren Fabrics are now at OFS
OFS is excited to be carrying a variety of Ralph Lauren décor fabrics. Ranging from stripes and plaids to stylish paisleys and more, these top-quality designer fabrics will add style to your home or office for years to come….
More Fashion Design Schools
There are top fashion design schools throughout the county. I’ll start out with some in my area, the Texas Gulf Coast. The Art Institute of Houston offers Bachelor of Arts in fashion design and a Bachelor of Science in fashion…
Can Sewing Lead to a Career?
A fashion designer using the draping method to plan a new design. Speaking of upgrading your sewing skills, did you realize that an advanced knowledge of your favorite could actually lead to a lucrative career? Many careers require sewing skills. …
Red Says It All
Using one color as the focal point of your décor can create a striking effect. This red bedroom is a case in point. Red against white is always striking. Imagine this room did in another color besides red; it wouldn’t…
Fabrics for Wallcovering–Part II
Fabric can be used in many ways to add style to any room in the house. Many stylish interior décor fabrics make ideal wallpaper. Textured fabrics add interest to both contemporary and traditional rooms. Textured designs such as this Robert…
Fabric and home decor: interesting color combinations
When I was a kid one of my favorite jokes was “What is black and white and red all over?’ and the answer was “a newspaper”! I would literally roll on the floor every time I told this joke. (…
OFS Book club: Discovering Home with Laurie Smith
Does anyone remember the television show “Trading Spaces”? It introduced us to designers like Frank, the jolly grandfather type, Doug, the sexy guy, Hildy who always claimed to be a designer but I was never sure, the cute hostess Paige…
Home Decor: Red, white and blue for Memorial Day and beyond
The celebration of Memorial Day represents many different things. It provides a special day for us to take a moment and thank those who have given the ultimate sacrifice to the country in order to protect our American way of…
