http://www.theorchardhomeandgifts.com/news All the latest news from The Orchard Mon, 08 Mar 2010 10:04:17 +0000 http://backend.userland.com/rss092 en With Mother’s Day just around the corner, it’s time to start thinking about what special gift you’re going to give to the special woman in your life. If you’re tired of giving your mum flowers or a bottle of perfume, then why not treat her to a shabby chic gift. Whatever the ... http://www.theorchardhomeandgifts.com/news/shabby-chic-gifts-for-mother%e2%80%99s-day/280/ Shabby chic has been an incredibly popular way of decorating a home for many years now, and its popularity is showing no signs of slowing down. The shabby chic look has managed to stand the test of time, even against constant updates to modern interior design. So, what exactly is it ... http://www.theorchardhomeandgifts.com/news/why-is-the-shabby-chic-look-so-popular/278/ The great thing about the shabby chic style is that, as well as being incredibly in fashion at the moment, you can either decorate your whole house in this style or just add one or two feature pieces. It’s incredibly versatile, and you can usually find some brilliant gifts for ... http://www.theorchardhomeandgifts.com/news/shabby-chic-wedding-gift-ideas/276/ The way in which you decorate your home can say a great deal about your personality, which is why it’s important that you get it just right. Nowadays, there are endless ways in which you can decorate your home, and DIY and homeware stores are full to the brim with countless ... http://www.theorchardhomeandgifts.com/news/shabby-chic-vs-contemporary/274/ Nowadays, many homes look the same as people tend to follow the crowd and opt to incorporate all the latest interior design trends in their homes. From electrical equipment to furnishings to accessories- many homes look practically identical. If you’re not one who feels as though they have to conform to ... http://www.theorchardhomeandgifts.com/news/why-follow-the-crowd-when-you-can-create-a-unique-look-for-your-home/272/ Most of us are constantly looking for extra storage space in our homes. Whether it’s in the kitchen, living room or bathroom, space constraints can be a real nightmare. The great news is that there are some extremely affordable storage accessories out there that can really complement a shabby chic home. ... http://www.theorchardhomeandgifts.com/news/vintage-storage-for-the-modern-home/270/ If you want to add a little fun to your kitchen, but want it to look distinctly unique, why not opt for some fab shabby chic kitchen accessories. Updating the look of your kitchen doesn’t have to mean following the crowd down to the local DIY superstore- quirky, old fashioned furnishings ... http://www.theorchardhomeandgifts.com/news/create-your-culinary-delights-in-style-with-shabby-chic-kitchen-accessories/268/ Replacing the furniture in your home for new can be quite expensive, so it is sometimes best to settle on a particular style you like and then buy a few items each month or so until you get the look you want. The furniture alone however does not have to ... http://www.theorchardhomeandgifts.com/news/home-and-garden-design-ideas-and-accessories/266/ French furniture is currently in fashion and French bedroom furniture is particularly popular. The look is characterised by solid wood items which are eye-catching classics. French bedroom furniture is often white or pale pastel shades. In some cases the wood veneer is highly polished, while in others the finish is rougher ... http://www.theorchardhomeandgifts.com/news/french-furniture-for-the-bedroom/264/ If you’re currently furnishing and decorating your house, you may have heard the term ‘shabby chic’ being used. However, you may not really know what it means. So what constitutes shabby chic furniture? Pastel shades While people may mean slightly different things by the term, in general it refers to aged, traditional ... http://www.theorchardhomeandgifts.com/news/what-constitutes-shabby-chic-furniture/262/