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Reclaimed Wood Gifts for Mother’s Day

Reclaimed Wood Gifts for Mother’s Day

Reclaimed Wood Gifts for Mothers Day

Reclaimed wood comes in many forms from deconstructed building wood to driftwood, but engineers, architects, builders and craftsman are finding numerous ways to incorporate reclaimed wood into their work. The list of items on this page are all made at least partially from reclaimed wood, and are unique gifts in a range of prices that are suitable gifts to give for Mother’s Day. They are loosely listed in the categories of accessories, gardening, furniture and art. Understand that for each one of these beautiful pieces listed on this page, there are more created by these same artists on their Etsy sites as well as other similar products made by different artists. This page is just a small representation of what is available. Even if you only want to spend $10 to @$20 on a gift, you can find special reclaimed wood gifts for Mother’s Day.

Accessories

Accessories is a loose term to define anything that is not in a major category such as furniture or art. This group of items includes everything from building accessories to wood coasters to protect your surfaces.

Live Laugh Love Set

Mom will love this set of small signs to grace her kitchen wall or another room in the house. You can also lean them on a bookshelf for display purposes.

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Rustic Wooden Heart

Show your love to Mom with the rustic wooden heart shown here for her living room or bedroom shelf. You can also hang it up on the wall with an added hook in the back.

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Reclaimed Wood Shadow Box

I love shadow boxes, because they are and ideal way to show off small framed pictures or collectibles from your trip to the beach or from a family reunion. This one has six open spaces to place your collection. The deep wood color also gives a nice contrast to the lighter colored items in the showcase.

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E – Corbel (set of 2)

This artist makes a wide collection of these corbels, the E-Corbel is only one of them. you can find all sorts of cool shapes to hang a shelf on or use as sconces for your wall. Click through to see the entire alphabet of corbels.

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E - Corbel (set of 2)E – Corbel (set of 2)

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Rustic Reclaimed Wood Memento Box

For anyone who loves to collect boxes and put their belongings in them, this box is perfect. Stained reclaimed wood has a rustic appearance, and will hold your memories nicely.

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Reclaimed Wood Coatrack with Vintage Style Hooks

Great for your entryway, this coatrack keeps guests’ jackets and coats off the floor and allows them to air out and dry before they have to leave. Made from reclaimed wood, it has an arrow patterned background.

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Rustic Tree Bark Coasters

For a small gift, these coasters are beautiful. Their rustic appearance is perfect for a cabin or industrial style home. Click through to see more styles of reclaimed wood coasters.

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Maryland Pride Crab Mallet

If you love crab or lobster, this crab mallet is just what you need in your kitchen utensil collection. Great for anyone who eats freshly cooked crab regularly.

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Maryland Pride Crab MalletMaryland Pride Crab Mallet

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Reclaimed Wood Serving Tray

Serving trays are always handy when guests come over, or when you just want to sit in front of the television and veg. Mom can appreciate one of these trays for bringing food to the picnic table.

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Beverage Pallet Drink Coaster

These little pallet coasters are very cute and you can buy as few as just one. Such a great idea for the Mom who entertains.

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Chandelier Wood – 17 Unique Pendant Lights

These chandelier lights hang from a piece of reclaimed wood and are perfect for a rustic style home. Each light is a different shape and hang from varying heights. They would look great above a reclaimed wood dining table.

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Chandelier Wood - 17 Unique Pendant LightsChandelier Wood – 17 Unique Pendant Lights

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Wood Serving Tray

This serving tray can also be used as a work desk to work on a couch or in bed. it is a bit more refined that the one listed above with lower sides, yet is still fine for serving. Great for bringing mom breakfast in bed on Mother’s Day.

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Rustic and Antique Round Wall Clock

This is only one of so many incredible reclaimed wood clocks on Etsy. I chose this one because of its eclectic style and mix of colors. It was a very hard choice though; I had a lot of others that I liked.

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Gardening

Reclaimed wood is perfect for a garden because it blends right in to your outdoor setting. You can use these items indoors too, depending on where you like to place your plants. For indoor use, you may want to coat the wood with polyurethane.

12″ Rustic Planters Box

This planter box looks like a railroad tie from the outside and can be placed directly in your garden, on your patio or porch. If you do use it indoors, coating it with clear polyurethane will keep it from leaking moisture in your home. You can also line it with plastic before placing plants in it.

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1212″ Rustic Planters Box

Succulent Planter Pot

This is a beautiful planter designed for succulents which can be placed indoors or outdoors depending on your climate. Perfect for home or office, this planter makes a lovely gift for mom.

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License Plate Birdhouse

These rustic license plate birdhouses are so cute for a patio or to hang from an awning. Mom will love the recycled nature of these birdhouses.

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Art

Artists can truly make art out of the most interesting materials and that includes reclaimed wood. These pieces range in style and price, but mom will surely appreciate the work that went into making them.

Reclaimed Wood Art

Usually when reclaimed wood is made into art pieces, they are rustic in nature. This contemporary piece is completely different, attractive in a colorful way. Gorgeous for home or office, this is one of several pieces made by this artist.

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Farmhouse Kitchen Decor

Love farmhouse decor? Then, this sign is perfect for the kitchen. The background is made of reclaimed wood, with a foreground of lower-case letters spelling out “eat.”

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Rustic Fairy Sign

This sign is perfect for a garden or indoors as a wall piece on on a shelf. If fairies live in your home or garden, you may need to warn people. Great gift for a mom who has a fairy garden.

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World Map on Reclaimed Wood

For a bedroom or office, this world map can take center stage giving a vintage appeal to the room. The map is on top of the frame with a vintage look to the surface and edges.

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Reclaimed Wood Art – “Gradient”

A stunning piece, this reclaimed wood wall art shows one color blending into another in a rainbow effect although using alternative colors. Very striking for home or office.

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Reclaimed Wood Wall Art

A more rustic piece, this wall art depicts mountains in wood through use of wood color. Simple, yet evocative, this piece would look great in a bedroom or den. Great idea for Mother’s Day.

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Personalized Family Name Sign

Mom will love this great piece personalized just for the family name. Put personal details on this sign for displaying in the window or on the wall. Great for an office too.

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Reclaimed Wood Picture Frame

These picture frames are ideal for a Mother’s Day gift. They look especially good on a light-colored wall because the wood will contrast the wall color. Great for images of children or grandchildren, these frames will definitely be appreciated.

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Reclaimed Wood Missouri Sign

Get your own state sign for your home made in reclaimed wood. This one is Missouri, but you can click through to see examples of other states. Use this as a base for something else or just as is.

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Furniture

Reclaimed wood furniture comes in many forms. We took a look at some coffee tables in another post. Below are a few pieces that I have selected for Mother’s Day gifts, although there are many more to choose from on Etsy. Just like other wood, reclaimed wood can be made into all kinds of furniture or combine with other materials.

Reclaimed Wood Nightstand

This nightstand is the perfect bedside table for a bedroom, but it can also be used as a lamp table in a living room or reading table on a patio. So many uses that Mom will love it as a gift.

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Set of Three Rustic Bar Stools

These bar stools are great for a rustic-style kitchen or bar. Seats are made from reclaimed wood on a metal chair frame. Great gift for a Mom that has a farmhouse, industrial or rustic home.

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Industrial Coffee Table

This is a lovely table for in front of your couch or chairs in a living room or television room. The surface is reclaimed wood with metal legs with a mid-century appeal. Sturdy and beautiful.

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10″ Deep Reclaimed Wood Shelves

There are a lot of lovely shelves on Etsy made from reclaimed wood including some with hidden drawers. This image really appealed to me because it showed the contrast of the shelf with the brackets and decorative accessories. Click through for more shelf ideas for your home.

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1010″ Deep Reclaimed Wood Shelves

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Reclaimed Barn Wood Desk

A very cool desk that Mom will love for a work space no matter what type of work she does. It is hardy and sturdy while also showing off the unique wood. You can order this desk in several dimensions and it comes with a 3-inch shelf to put your laptop or tablet. This artist makes several pieces in this style and you have several options when ordering.

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Reclaimed Wood Gifts for Mothers Day

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Nightmare Before Christmas Decor and Gifts

Nightmare Before Christmas Decor and Gifts

Nightmare Before Christmas Halloween Town Lagoon Sculpture with Lights and Music by Hawthorne Village

Featured: Nightmare Before Christmas Halloween Town Lagoon Sculpture with Lights and Music by Hawthorne Village

If you’re a fan of Jack Skellington, Sally, and the other characters from the 1993 Tim Burton classic film, The Nightmare Before Christmas, you’ll be happy to know that there are a variety of unique gift giving ideas that feature this movie theme. From jewelry to household holiday decor, there is certainly something for everyone on your list. Here we take a look at some of the Nightmare Before Christmas gifts available.

Nightmare Before Christmas Halloween Town Lagoon Sculpture with Lights and Music by Hawthorne Village

This great collectible display features several handcrafted buildings from Halloween Town that have a cool black light effect. This item is available from Hawthorne Village and includes separate issues that include both building, figurine, and accessories. As you build your collection issue by issue, you will end up with figurines of Jack Skellington, Zero, Dr. Finklestein, the Mayor and his car, Sally, and the illuminating black light fixtures that make your town stand out from other collectible villages. Village buildings include Jack’s house, Dr. Finklestein’s Lab, and more. This is a great gift for anyone who collects villages. Makes a great decoration for both Halloween and Christmas. The pieces in this set are suitable for ages fourteen and over.

Tim Burton’s The Nightmare Before Christmas Custom Hoodie

Tim Burton's The Nightmare Before Christmas Custom Hoodie For the female Nightmare Before Christmas fan on your gift giving list, this cotton blend custom hoodie makes the perfect gift. Front designs features the yellow full moon with the Jack Skellington character standing against it. Front zipper also features a Jack Skellington metallic zipper pull. Back of jacket features a colorful design of all of Halloween Town and its characters. Jacket has a soft jersey lined hood, knit cuffs and hem, side seam pockets, and conventional collar. Sizes are available from small to 3X large. Jacket is hand washable. This is a great gift for both Nightmare Before Christmas fans and is also a practical gift for keeping warm and fashionable on chilly days and evenings.

Tim Burton’s The Nightmare Before Christmas Quilted Handbag

"Tim Burton's The Nightmare Before Christmas" Quilted Handbag This quilted handbag features a colorful image of the characters from The Nightmare Before Christmas movie, including Shock, Barrel, Lock, Jack Skellington, Zero, Oogie Boogie, and an image of Jack and Sally silhouetted against Spiral Hill. This is the perfect gift for female fans of the movie of all ages, making both a fashion statement and providing a useful handbag, all the while boasting their love of their favorite movie. Handbag is made from high quality soft twill fabric and measures 11 inches wide by 10 and 1/2 inches high. Strap measure 60 inches long and can be adjusted for a proper fit. This crossbody bag also has a metallic Jack Skellington charm hanging from the zipper. Imagine the delight when a true fan opens this attractive bag on Christmas morning!

Tim Burton’s The Nightmare Before Christmas Anniversary Set

Tim Burton's The Nightmare Before Christmas Anniversary Set This is s limited edition piece of 1,993 pieces total. One sculpture in this set features Jack Skellington on his sleigh with his skeleteam of reindeer with Zero flying in the lead. The other sculpture features Cemetery Hill with music, and lights that shows a silhouette of Jack in his sleigh flying over Christmas Town. This piece is the perfect addition for anyone who has the black light village Nightmare Before Christmas set, or for anyone who likes to collect and display villages during the holidays. Jack in his Sandy Claws suit driving his green sleigh will bring a touch of whimsy to your holiday decor and makes a great fan collectible piece. Each sculpture is handcrafted from artist’s resin and is then meticulously hand painted for accuracy to details. This limited edition is part of the 20th anniversary pieces celebrating twenty years of The Nightmare Before Christmas.

More Nightmare Before Christmas Home Decor Gifts

 Cuckoo Clock: Tim Burton’s The Nightmare Before Christmas Wall Clock Tim Burton’s The Nightmare Before Christmas Rotating Musical Carousel Sculpture: Lights Up Nightmare Before Christmas Jack Skellington Glow In The Dark Wall Sculpture Disney Tim Burton’s The Nightmare Before Christmas Masterpiece Pumpkin Sculpture by The Bradford Exchange

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Using Retro Signs to Update Home Decor

Using Retro Signs to Update Home Decor

Retro Signs for Home Decor

One of the easiest ways to change the decor of any room is to change the accessories and wall art. Sometimes just changing the wall art alone can do the job.

For instance, if you want to change your bathroom from a modern look to a retro look, removing the modern artwork and replacing it with retro signs like the one pictured here, Mermaid Bath Salts, is a fast and easy way to do so.

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Mermaid Bath Salts Metal SignMermaid Bath Salts Metal Sign

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This type of sign has a retro image and is painted on a metal sheet just like signs used to be years ago. If you are worried about dampness rusting the sign, you can spray paint it with a clear Krylon spray paint. Clear Krylon comes in a can and is easily applied to any metal surface. It also works to protect the finish of metal jewelry.

Retro Signs for Your Home

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ERLOOD Best in Town Hamburgers Retro Vintage Bar Signs Tin Sign Vintage 12ERLOOD Best in Town Hamburgers Retro Vintage Bar Signs Tin Sign Vintage 12Moon Pie Best Lunch Distressed Retro Vintage Tin SignMoon Pie Best Lunch Distressed Retro Vintage Tin SignWatch Your Curves Eat More Beef Metal Tin Sign, Tin Poster,Retro Vintage Tin Sign 12Watch Your Curves Eat More Beef Metal Tin Sign, Tin Poster,Retro Vintage Tin Sign 12Schonberg - Today's Menu Tin SignSchonberg – Today’s Menu Tin SignTexaco '36 Logo Round Distressed Retro Vintage Tin SignTexaco ’36 Logo Round Distressed Retro Vintage Tin SignSmith and Wesson Revolvers Standard of the World Distressed Retro Vintage Tin SignSmith and Wesson Revolvers Standard of the World Distressed Retro Vintage Tin SignCoca Cola Bottle Evolution Distressed Retro Vintage Tin SignCoca Cola Bottle Evolution Distressed Retro Vintage Tin SignFresh Baked Goods Best in Town!, Metal Tin Sign, Wall Decorative Sign by 66retroFresh Baked Goods Best in Town!, Metal Tin Sign, Wall Decorative Sign by 66retroI Believe I'll Have Another Beer Distressed Retro Vintage Tin Sign Tin Sign , 13x16I Believe I’ll Have Another Beer Distressed Retro Vintage Tin Sign Tin Sign , 13×16Quickies Pump and Polish Retro Vintage Tin SignQuickies Pump and Polish Retro Vintage Tin SignHot Dog and Coca Cola Coke Combo 15 Cents Retro Vintage Tin Sign 13 by 16 inch 1 countHot Dog and Coca Cola Coke Combo 15 Cents Retro Vintage Tin Sign 13 by 16 inch 1 countCoffee If You're Not Shaking You Need Another Cup Distressed Retro Vintage Tin SignCoffee If You’re Not Shaking You Need Another Cup Distressed Retro Vintage Tin SignRooster Brand Coffee Distressed Retro Vintage Tin SignRooster Brand Coffee Distressed Retro Vintage Tin SignClassic Mustang Distressed Retro Vintage Tin SignClassic Mustang Distressed Retro Vintage Tin SignMoore Ladies Night Every Night Distressed Retro Vintage Tin Sign - 13x16 , 13x16Moore Ladies Night Every Night Distressed Retro Vintage Tin Sign – 13×16 , 13×16Stumpy Pete's Ham Distressed Retro Vintage Tin SignStumpy Pete’s Ham Distressed Retro Vintage Tin SignWhiskey Liquor in the Front Poker Pin up Girl Retro Vintage Tin Sign 12Whiskey Liquor in the Front Poker Pin up Girl Retro Vintage Tin Sign 12Chevrolet Chevy Genuine Parts Pistons Distressed Retro Vintage Tin SignChevrolet Chevy Genuine Parts Pistons Distressed Retro Vintage Tin Sign

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Vintage Metal Signs for Your Home

If you are looking for real antique artwork to hang on your wall, Etsy is a great place to find some. Here are just a few authentic vintage signs that you can buy on Etsy.

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Orange Crush Sheet Metal SignOrange Crush Sheet Metal SignPop's Greasy Spoon SignPop’s Greasy Spoon SignRustic Old NO PARKING SignRustic Old NO PARKING SignPick Your Own Cherries SignPick Your Own Cherries SignQuality Made Toys for All AgesQuality Made Toys for All AgesRed Crown Gasoline Tin Metal SignRed Crown Gasoline Tin Metal Sign

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Signs can be used to decorate almost any room. They can be hung as is, or framed just like any other artwork. Depending on the type of sign it is, a shadow box frame might be the best style for framing it.

Retro Signs for Home Decor

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Decorating with Marquee Signs

Decorating with Marquee Signs

Decorate with Marquee Signs

Marquee signs are becoming a popular trend in home decor. Not only do they add great accent lighting, they also can be used to make a statement. For example, you may wish to place several different lettered marquee signs together to spell out a word that represents your home or family. This could be the word “HOME” displayed on your living room wall. Perhaps you want to personalize your space and if your last name is “Brown”, maybe display the family name across the family room wall. For children’s and teen bedrooms, a single letter representing the initial of their first name would work well, defining the space as their own. Decorate the downstairs bar with illuminated marquee signs of the letters B, A, and R. The list of possibilities is endless and limited only by your imagination. Let’s look at some great ideas of decorating with marquee signs offered by various vendors that will really add some spice to your space.

Custom 21″ Metal Hashtag Vintage Marquee Sign

Everyone seems to use hashtags for everything these days, so why not display this great hashtag marquee sign somewhere in your home? Get creative and display with other letters for a fun look. For example, “#eat” displayed somewhere in the kitchen or dining area. Sign is made from galvanized sheet metal and is welded for long lasting stability. Measures 21 inches tall and 3 inches deep, including bulbs. Made for indoor or outdoor use. Hand painted with chalk paint option for a nostalgic look, or choose a metallic finish for a look of lustrous brushed metal. Comes ready to plug in. Includes spare bulbs, welded hooks on back for easy hanging, UL approved sockets, wiring, and two prong plug, and an eight foot cord.

Custom 21″ Metal Hashtag Vintage Marquee Sign

Custom 21″ Letter Vintage Marquee Signs

These great marquee signs in the form of letters make it easy to express yourself. Make a single letter statement or combine letters to create words for a fun decorating idea. Choose from any of the 26 letters of the alphabet, or from a cool hashtag or ampersand symbol. Available in colors black, blue, gray, green, pink, mint green, and unpainted. Includes 8 ft. cord and fused plug. Made from welded galvanized sheet metal and suitable for indoor or outdoor use. Measures 21 inches tall by 3 inches deep. Advertise your business, or use for attractive and creative home decor.

Custom 21″ Letter Vintage Marquee Signs

Rustic Red Vintage Heart Lighted Marquee Sign

This heart shaped marquee sign is available in several sizes including 18 inches, 24 inches, 30 inches, 36 inches, and 40 inches. Available in colors rustic red, rustic blue, rustic black, and rustic pink. Each sign is hand crafted and made to order and includes a 6 foot long cord and light bulbs. Comes ready to plug in and enjoy. Super cute sign would make a great romantic gesture for Valentines Day, or perhaps even for a surprise proposal.

Rustic Red Vintage Heart Lighted Marquee Sign

Exclamation Point Marquee Sign

You can really make your point with this great marquee sign, an exclamation point that is. Decorative piece has a whimsical front and a illuminated metal body. Makes a great statement piece in any room. Made from stainless steel and has a five foot long cord. Sign measures 22 inches wide by 7.4 inches high. Uses 5 watt maximum E12 G30 bulbs which are included, as well as two extra bulbs. Wall mounting hardware is included.

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Unique Marquee Signs from Dot & Bo

Here You Are MarqueeCup-A-Joe MarqueeOm Marquee SignHarley MarqueeFleur de Lis MarqueeGot Your Heart Marquee

Kids Lamp, Batman Lamp, Batman Light, Marquee Sign

This is a hand made item constructed from reinforced card stock and heavy duty foamboard and commercial grade LED string lights. Shaped light Batman’s mask, this is perfect room decoration and night light for any little Batman fan’s room. Product is finished in a high quality matte finish spray paint and the LED lights have a guaranteed lifetime of 30,000 hours. Sign has an 8 ft. clear silver cord set with an online rotary switch. Sign is very light and can be used as free standing or can easily be mounted to the wall. Batman marquee sign measures 20 inches by 15 inches by 3 inches. Provides a warm glow that will brighten up any child’s room and help to comfort them at night or light their way on those long trips to the bathroom. Unique decorative and lighting idea for kids’ rooms.

Batman Marquee sign

More Cool Marquee Signs on Etsy

Light up custom flower ampersand lightReclaimed Wood Bar SignLOVE Marquee Signs24″ Elephant marquee

Decorating with Marquee Signs

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Add a Colorful Impact with Throw Pillows

Add a Colorful Impact with Throw Pillows

It is amazing how much adding just one or two accessories can perk up a room, tie together a theme or just add a contrasting color. Personally, I love color, the more the better. So I have chosen some of my favorite throw pillows to show you what I mean. These pillows come in two sizes and in other shapes as well. You can pick the ones that I have listed on this page or you can click through these links and find completely different ones to decorate your home. Either way, adding one or two of these will make your room come alive. And they are comfortable to take a nap on.

Many people decorate a room in neutrals, then use throw pillows and other accessories to change their decor seasonally. You can do this for each holiday, time of year, or just because. So click through these links to see these and learn the details or create your own.

Mid-Century Modern Pillow Abstract Squares
Mid-Century Modern Pillow Abstract Squares by MCMstyle
Look at more Mid century modern Pillows at zazzle
Whimsical Abstract Art Pillow
Whimsical Abstract Art Pillow by thaneeyamcardle
Shop for Colorful Pillows online at Zazzle.com
Abstract Colorful Pillow
Abstract Colorful Pillow by thaneeyamcardle
Look at Colorful Pillows online at Zazzle.com

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Unique Shelves Change the Mood of a Room

Unique Shelves Change the Mood of a Room

Zig Zag Wall Shelf

An easy way to add interest to a bedroom, living room or family room is to add some unique shelving. Shelves come in so many interesting configurations including corner shelves, floating shelves and zig zag shelves and they can often tuck into a corner that you are not really using anyway.

With small shelves, you can add some colorful accessories such as a vase, candle or silk flowers in bright contrasting colors to draw the eye. Even though the shelves take up space, you may find that adding them makes the room look bigger instead of smaller. Shelves can be made of wood, metal or glass although if you rent it is better to use a lightweight material.

When buying shelving, consider the size of the space you have, the weight that will go on the shelf and the effect you are working towards. Style makes a difference too. If you like a more modern style, then look for contemporary shelves. You do have the option to take existing shelves and alter them with paint or stain for an antique look or more rustic look.

Shelves can also create a shadow box effect, for display of one item to be hung on the wall. Another option is a thick frame that is hung and used as a shadow box.

Not all shelves need to take up floor space, either. Ledges and corner shelves are often mounted on the wall and do not even go all the way to the floor. You can plot out the space of your room on a piece of graph paper, and pencil in the location that you wish to add the shelves. This will help you see how much space each item in your room uses and you can measure out paper to represent your existing furniture and move it around the diagram to find the best configuration.

Below are just a few examples of unique wall shelves. Click the link for a bigger picture and more details.

Floating U Shelves in Walnut FinishFloating U Shelves in Walnut FinishFloating Shelf with Tempered GlassFloating Shelf with Tempered Glass45-by-15-Inch Wall Shelf, 2-Pack45-by-15-Inch Wall Shelf, 2-PackLarge Corner Wall Mount ShelfLarge Corner Wall Mount Shelf

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