Shabby Chic

Pink And Aqua: Perfect Pairing For Shabby Chic Decorating
Pink And Aqua-The Perfect Pair
This lens is all about pink and aqua, one of my favorite color pairings in Shabby Chic decorating. There's no such thing as too much pink, or too much aqua. Put them together, add a bit of white for accent, and you will love the way your room looks. Photo credit: This painting is by Peter McGowan.

Shabby Chic Furniture: Use Paint to Create that Shabby Chic Look
How To Paint Furniture to Achieve a Distressed Shabby Chic Look
The term "shabby chic" was made popular by Rachel Ashwell's 1996 book, "Shabby Chic," and it refers to a distressed, vintage look. Shabby Chic home decor can be described as original yet traditional; plain yet decorative; relaxed yet stylish; scruffy yet orderly. Tables with peeling paint and worn rugs are often used to decorate the shabby chic home. The style is also characterized by such colors as white, off-white, muted greens, faded grays, and pastel pinks. If you're looking for new Sha...

Shabby Chic Kitchen Decorating
Learn How To Create A Shabby Chic Kitchen
Here are some steps to follow in order to transform your kitchen / dining area into a soft, relaxed, and stylish Shabby Chic room. The Shabby Chic decorating style originated in European country homes that were expensive to maintain. It emerged from the need to keep decorating costs to a minimum. The term "shabby chic" was made popular by Rachel Ashwell's 1996 book, "Shabby Chic," and it refers to a distressed, vintage look. This type of home decor can be described as original yet tradition...

Gift ideas for the Shabby Chic Kitchen
Christmas gift ideas for the lover of French Shabby Chic decor.
Christmas is coming and it's time to get creative with your Christmas gifts. Shabby Chic has become a hugely popular home decorating style in the USA and many other countries. You may have a friend or family member you want to buy for who loves this style - hey, you may even love it yourself - so I've put together some small collections of gift ideas on this page where you might like just one item when your don't want to spend too much or group them together for a co-ordinated tasteful look. ...

How To Decorate Shabby Chic Style
Shabby Chic Style Decorating: Several Great Tips
Want to learn how to decorate in the Shabby Chic style? Here are several ideas and tips for transforming your home into a Shabby Chic haven. The term "shabby chic" was made popular by Rachel Ashwell's 1996 book, "Shabby Chic," and it refers to a distressed, vintage look. This type of home decor can be described as original yet traditional; plain yet decorative; relaxed yet stylish; scruffy yet orderly. Ready? Let's get started!

Gift ideas for Shabby Chic dining rooms
Gift ideas for Country French or Shabby Chic style decor
Below I've put together some Christmas gift ideas I like which you can give to those who love Shabby Chic or French Country home styles. Choose one item when you're budget is slim or go for several from the group. This will offer more opportunities for your gift receiver to mix and match with their own belongings. Shabby Chic decor has become so popular throughout USA and the Western World. Based on a French style, simple and elegant, it mixes natural textiles in light colors with the occasi...