Styling Basics
A few simple rules make any room look more finished. Learn how to size a rug, hang curtains to make windows look bigger, plan a gallery wall, style shelves, mix patterns and choose plants for low light.
Gallery Wall Ideas and Layouts (Plan It Before You Drill)Gallery wall ideas with easy layout formulas, spacing rules and a paper-template method so you hang it right the first time. Grid, salon and ledge styles.
How to Choose a Rug Size for Every Room (Simple Rules)How to choose a rug size for your living room, bedroom and dining room. Easy measuring rules, common sizes and the mistakes that make rooms look smaller.
How to Hang Curtains to Make Windows Look BiggerHow to hang curtains the right way: how high to mount the rod, how wide to extend it, and the right length and fullness to make windows look bigger.
How to Mix Patterns in a Room (Without It Looking Chaotic)How to mix patterns in a room with simple rules for scale, color and pattern types. Pillow, rug, curtain and bedding combinations that look balanced.
How to Style Shelves Without Looking ClutteredHow to style shelves and bookcases step by step. Layering books, objects and baskets, using the triangle method, and keeping open shelving tidy and useful.
12 Low-Light Indoor Plants That Are Hard to KillThe best low-light indoor plants for apartments, bedrooms, bathrooms and offices. Easy care tips, watering basics and how to style plants in darker rooms.