Photo by LORRAINE G VALE, Allied ASID – Search dining room design ideas Fall puts us in a mysterious mood. Perhaps it’s because Halloween is right around the corner. Or maybe the cooler weather just compels up to cover up with a comfy sweater. Whatever it is, we want you to uncover the great deals Elegant Changes is offering during our Fall Slipcover Sale. Reds, browns, greys, greens, oranges, golds – these are the hues that surround us in autumn’s outdoors. Bring these colours inside – you’ll fall for an array of beautiful patterns, fabrics, and styles that we’ll incorporate into your fall décor. And you’ll love our falling prices – during our...
Read MoreRain and snow mean a host of paw prints in your house. If you home is pet friendly, you’ll want to keep muddy prints and stains at a minimum. Here are a few tips on how to make your life easier and your house cleaner. Place floor mats at each door: Most dogs enjoy running around outdoors and going for a walk. Dirt, grime and mud stick to the surface of your dog’s paws, which they bring into your home. Stop the madness at the door. Place floor mats at each door that leads outdoors. This will assure that some, if not all, of the dirt will get absorbed at the door before your dog has a chance to spread it throughout your home. Invest in an air filter: Dander and dust...
Read MoreThere’s nothing like starting out a new year on the right foot. The holidays are over and you’re all spent… on festive celebrations and money. Now’s the perfect time to get your home in shape and lose some weight by getting rid of stuff you don’t need and have probably forgot about. We’re talking about organizing storage spaces that miss your regular or spring cleaning duties. There are places in the home where we throw items that don’t have a place. In a drawer, on the table, in a bowl. These storage spaces are a treasure trove of things long forgotten and can be used, donated or thrown away. Make a plan to get to these popular storage spaces and get rid...
Read MoreAs the temperature begins to drop – along with the leaves – it’s time to start packing away the memories of summer and prepare for the season ahead. Fall is a wonderful time to highlight the warmth and coziness of your home. If you’re looking to save time and money, we’ve put together a list of six easy autumn hacks that you can incorporate into your décor today! Acorns: Pick them up off the ground or pick them up in your local department store – acorns are a fall staple and an easy way to welcome autumn into your home. You can use them as place card holders, part of a display or showcase a bunch in a clear vase or bowl. Feel free to spray...
Read MoreRecently, we were listening to internationally renowned Brian Gluckstein on Cityline, who was talking about the latest trends that’ll be seen in fashionable homes this spring. The Canadian interior designer was excited about the resurgence of bright colours and using them in the home as decorating details. But it’s not just any bright colour Gluckstein is talking about – it’s the electric shades made popular in the 1980s! After all that grey that’s been dominating decors for the past decade, it’s refreshing to see vibrant bursts of cobalt blue, avocado green, tangerine orange, harvest gold, fuchsia and chartreuse entering into the...
Read MoreWe don’t know about you, but we’re ready for spring already. Although in terms of temperature, this Canadian winter hasn’t been too bad, but we miss everything that warmer weather has to offer. And that’s why we’ve decided to get a head start on spring by redecorating our store! Elegant Changes is all about changing up our décor based on season. That’s why we spent this weekend changing things up in the store – showcasing bright colours in green and purple, along with mirrored accessories and a custom-made chandelier. You’ll notice Oscar, our official store mascot, enjoying a comfortable seat on a spring-inspired arm chair...
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