Katie, Author at Pretty Domesticated https://prettydomesticated.com/author/admin/ Home & Lifestyle | Create the backdrop to your life. Wed, 21 Jun 2023 15:45:50 +0000 en-US hourly 1 https://wordpress.org/?v=6.8.2 https://prettydomesticated.com/wp-content/uploads/2016/01/cropped-pretty-domesticated-instagram-48x48.png Katie, Author at Pretty Domesticated https://prettydomesticated.com/author/admin/ 32 32 How VELUX Skylights Transformed Our Home + Win a Brighter Space https://prettydomesticated.com/velux-skylight-transformation/ https://prettydomesticated.com/velux-skylight-transformation/#respond Wed, 21 Jun 2023 15:42:12 +0000 https://prettydomesticated.com/?p=19330 When I got into interior design, I learned very quickly the power of natural light in your home. The rooms you’re pinning on Pinterest and saving on Instagram, rest assured, are flooded with natural light. Furnishing and styling can work a lot of magic, but nothing gives you an advantage like starting off with good...

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]]> https://prettydomesticated.com/velux-skylight-transformation/feed/ 0 Your No-Stress Guide for How to Mix Metals in Design https://prettydomesticated.com/how-to-mix-metals-in-design/ https://prettydomesticated.com/how-to-mix-metals-in-design/#comments Sun, 16 Apr 2023 18:49:41 +0000 https://prettydomesticated.com/?p=17830 Over the years, answering your design questions on Instagram has become one of my favorite pastimes. Every time I open that question box, I see a few common topics I never expected — and one of them is, “How should I mix metal finishes and tones in my home?” It can be a tricky topic,...

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]]> https://prettydomesticated.com/how-to-mix-metals-in-design/feed/ 2 How to Protect Your RH Dining Table (or Any Unfinished Wood) https://prettydomesticated.com/how-to-protect-your-rh-dining-table-or-any-unfinished-wood/ https://prettydomesticated.com/how-to-protect-your-rh-dining-table-or-any-unfinished-wood/#comments Fri, 16 Sep 2022 11:00:20 +0000 https://prettydomesticated.com/?p=18522 If you’ve been a RH, formerly known as Restoration Hardware, fan for long, you’ve probably fallen in love with their gorgeous dining room tables. They have the perfect matte finish, and they elevate any room. But… if you’ve ever done some research before buying, you’ve probably stumbled across a horror story or two about those...

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]]> https://prettydomesticated.com/how-to-protect-your-rh-dining-table-or-any-unfinished-wood/feed/ 6 2022 Holiday Gift Guide: For the Home Decor Lover https://prettydomesticated.com/2022-holiday-gift-guide-for-the-home-decor-lover/ https://prettydomesticated.com/2022-holiday-gift-guide-for-the-home-decor-lover/#respond Fri, 09 Sep 2022 11:00:36 +0000 https://prettydomesticated.com/?p=18948   Gifts that are stylish, luxurious, and functional to delight your most committed home-decor-loving friends.   Even as a designer, I’ll never get tired of looking at and shopping for stunning home decor pieces. Whether it’s a piece of art, a perfect throw pillow, or a unique tchotchke, we’re sharing all the holiday gift ideas...

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]]> https://prettydomesticated.com/2022-holiday-gift-guide-for-the-home-decor-lover/feed/ 0 2022 Holiday Gift Guide: For the Homebody https://prettydomesticated.com/2022-holiday-gift-guide-for-the-homebody/ https://prettydomesticated.com/2022-holiday-gift-guide-for-the-homebody/#respond Wed, 07 Sep 2022 11:00:53 +0000 https://prettydomesticated.com/?p=18849     Gift ideas for the person on your list whose ideal state is lounging in PJs with a cup of coffee on the couch. (Relatable.)   Cozy, comfortable, and relaxed is the name of the game in winter months, when daylight hours are short and temps are low. If you have a particularly snug-as-a-bug...

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]]> https://prettydomesticated.com/2022-holiday-gift-guide-for-the-homebody/feed/ 0 Cafe Curtains Are Having a Moment https://prettydomesticated.com/cafe-curtains-are-having-a-moment/ https://prettydomesticated.com/cafe-curtains-are-having-a-moment/#comments Wed, 31 Aug 2022 16:03:22 +0000 https://prettydomesticated.com/?p=18059 If you haven’t already seen them billowing in the breeze all over your social media feeds, you’re about to — cafe curtains are the latest design trend, and I totally understand why! These gorgeous curtains have found out how to strike the perfect balance between practicality and beauty. What Are Cafe Curtains? Roman shades and long...

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]]> https://prettydomesticated.com/cafe-curtains-are-having-a-moment/feed/ 1 5 Tips for Updating a Traditional Bathroom https://prettydomesticated.com/5-tips-for-updating-a-traditional-bathroom/ https://prettydomesticated.com/5-tips-for-updating-a-traditional-bathroom/#comments Wed, 03 Aug 2022 11:02:06 +0000 https://prettydomesticated.com/?p=17724 Recently, I had the privilege of redesigning the primary bathroom in my childhood home — which, yes, meant that my parents were my bosses on the Bluemont Bath project. It was so fun to bring an elevated, updated feel to a space I’ve known my entire life, while honoring its original, traditional style that we...

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]]> https://prettydomesticated.com/5-tips-for-updating-a-traditional-bathroom/feed/ 3 Simple Flower Arrangements That Brighten Up Any Space https://prettydomesticated.com/simple-flower-arrangements-that-brighten-up-any-space/ https://prettydomesticated.com/simple-flower-arrangements-that-brighten-up-any-space/#comments Thu, 21 Jul 2022 12:00:50 +0000 https://prettydomesticated.com/?p=17727 Is there anything sweeter than the smell of fresh flowers? A simple bouquet can brighten anyone’s day — and bring beauty into any space. Almost every week, I find myself selecting a few stems for easy floral arrangements for our home, and the process of selecting and arranging them brings me joy without fail. Here’s...

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]]> https://prettydomesticated.com/style-throw-pillows/feed/ 2 How to Make a Bramble Cocktail https://prettydomesticated.com/how-to-make-a-bramble-cocktail/ https://prettydomesticated.com/how-to-make-a-bramble-cocktail/#respond Fri, 08 Jul 2022 21:15:13 +0000 https://prettydomesticated.com/?p=17833 A bramble cocktail takes a gin sour and makes it even better with the addition of delicious blackberries! We love the mouth-watering combo of citrusy lemon, sweet sugar and tart blackberries. Not to mention, it’s totally Instagrammable! Well, what can I say but that this cocktail has become my new fave! This recipe pays homage to a...

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