I love picking art for home decor. There is nothing more satisfying to me than to decorate my home in a style which fits my tastes, and becomes an extension of myself. Through the years, I am glad to say that my taste has evolved and I believe that my home really reflects my inner taste, dreams, and what I find as beautiful.
Recently, my daughter married and we went to her barren newlywed apartment. I cautioned her that often newly married couples want to live the life which their parents live and go deeply into debt to try and fast forward their life station to resemble their parent’s homes, surroundings and more stable financial stations. The lean years early on build more stability in a marriage if they are handles correctly by both parties.
She was in agreement, in principle, but entering her apartment for the first time to bring her belongings, it was a shock for her. She asked me to help her find some small pieces of art for home décor to make her surroundings more appealing. I agreed and we went shopping. I took her to craft stores to look at floral arrangements and knick knacks, as well as prints which they had there.
We went to garage sales and thrift shops as well. She found a few pieces and was thrilled. Finally, she looked online and made a Pinterest board of all the styles of art for home decor which she liked, making herself a place to plan her dreams.
I am looking forward to seeing her own style develop in the next several years!