Place paperback books together and do not mix them in with hard bound books. Put the largest and tallest books on the bottom shelves to anchor the bookcase. Vary the heights with the tallest books in the middle of... (Continue reading)
Add a bit of sparkle to the cozy ambience with silver (tea services, candlesticks and compotes) and brass (andirons, candleholders or chandeliers). ... (Continue reading)
Blue-and-white dishes, Staffordshire dogs and other figurines, and china vases are all good choices.... (Continue reading)
Improve storage and upgrade decor with an attractive overhead or wall-mounted rack for pots and pans. ... (Continue reading)
Place washable items such as infrequently used platters and collectibles. ... (Continue reading)
Canisters and a bowl for ripening produce are probably the only near necessities, but you may choose to dress up empty counters that are otherwise useless and perhaps add a vase of fresh flowers. ... (Continue reading)
Hang them from filament line attached to a ceiling-mounted cup hook. This keeps the items out of harm’s way but within view. ... (Continue reading)
Provide a display area such as a bulletin board. ... (Continue reading)
Hang a shelf above a window or a closet door for seldom-used items; other options are bookshelves or wire shelving for closets. ... (Continue reading)
Use throw pillows. ... (Continue reading)