Shabby Chic, also known as Vintage, is the idea of
incorporating accessories, furniture, and household items
from the years 1900-1950 to decorate your home. But what
makes this dcor a popular decorating style? It provides a
comfortable and casual look through the use of Vintage
accessories, new dcor that looks old, pastels, comfy light
painted furniture, lace tablecloths, dreamy soft floral
fabrics, wrought iron curtain rods with sheer curtains, and
vivid fresh flowers. The idea of combining the old with the
new opens up endless possibilities when selecting Shabby
Chic home dcor and furnishings.

Imagine visiting your grandparents and snuggling in
comfortable soft furniture, while being surrounded by
colorful fresh flowers and the soft scent of candles. This
style can create the same sensation for your own home. It
balances elegant items with old and worn, silver accessories
with painted wood tables, and soft area rugs with old lace.

If your budget is limited, Shabby Chic decorating is the
perfect solution. You can scour some of the great websites
noted below for Shabby Chic home dcor.

Shabby Chic and Vintage use furniture that is worn, along
with stylish items and things that look old. Therefore, you
have a varied range of choices for furniture and home dcor.

Consider the following ideas as a guide:

A fresh coat of paint is a great way of giving old furniture
pieces some Shabby Chic appeal. You can also update
older upholstered furniture through the use of slip covers
or large throws. For small tables, such as side tables,
coffee tables, or consoles, look for pieces that feature
carved wood as a focal point. When looking for Shabby Chic
furniture, take measures to avoid bright bold colors or
matching sets. Instead, try to mix and match the upholstery
style with floral patterns, along with striped pillows and
other accessories.

To accent your walls, you can include carved wood or metal
shelves, which can be purchased in antique stores, gift
shops, garage sales, and antique fairs. Again, a little
paint on these items goes a long way because you will add a
special touch to your dcor. For instance, you can incorporate
an ornate wrought iron corner shelf and display antique
collectibles or crocheted dollies for a vintage look.
Furthermore, you can look for old doors, windows, mantels,
garden gates, house shutters, and wrought iron, which can be
used as wall hangings or even used to replace existing doors
to add charm.

For lighting, you can use a floral print or solid colored
fabric lamp shade for the right splash of color and display
it against surfaces that are distressed. Wrought iron, wood
mirrors, or picture frames with white, natural, or
distressed finishes blend well in a Shabby Chic room. If
you want to add a unique touch to this dcor, apply
weathered paint to towel racks in the bathroom or kitchen.
And lets not forget to include candleholders or a candelabra.
You can give these items a distressed finish in white or
ivory for that shabby chic look.

Giorgina Devereaux is the creator of AskGiorgina.com, which features questions, answers, and ideas on home decor and furniture. For more information, please visit http://www.AskGiorgina.com