Innholdsfortegnelse for October 2019 i HGTV Magazine

When it comes to makeovers, bedrooms are pretty simple to refresh. Just changing out your bedding—the star of the room—makes a big impact. But why stop there? Two, three, or four tweaks, playing off the colors and patterns in your pillow shams/duvet/sheets, practically gives you a whole new space. Take your pick and you’ll be living the style dream!…

DIY home design artist and entrepreneur Kara Whitten appreciates the enduring functionality of paper packaging. Here, in her home office of Kailo Chic, see how she's stylishly up-cycled sturdy, everyday cardboard and paper products to keep organized. OPEN HERE to see Kara's organizational hacks Tiered Crafts Caddy As a maker, Kara has no shortage of craft supplies in her office. One item that she uses daily is acrylic craft paint. Instead of just having it perched on a shelf, she created this triangle paint organizer to make it easier to see each color. While not everyone has a massive paint collection like she does, this organizer is also perfect for home office supplies like pens and markers or personal items like jewelry and hair accessories. MATERIALS Cardboard boxes • Packing…

When Brittany Hayes first saw this 1905 Craftsman in Monroe, GA, it had no walls, no fixtures, no lighting, and almost no floors—the previous owner had gutted it. Even so, she was smitten. “I could see character here and there, like some of the original pine floors and the super-tall ceilings,” she says. A blogger and designer, Brittany had been waiting for the opportunity to take on a big project, and to create a home that she and her girls, Addison, 11, and Winter, 7, could call their own. And here it was, charm in the rough. First came the heavy lifting: Drywall was installed, plumbing was added, the old floors were refinished. Then Brittany cracked open her Pinterest board to inspire a whimsical-meetselegant blend of dramatic paints, fancy wallpapers,…

star tip “Movies get you in the spirit, even if you’re not doing a costume. My favorite is the ’90s comedy Hocus Pocus— watched with candy, of course.”…

Whether you prefer patterns or solids are more your style, a black-and-white tableware palette sets a breathtaking backdrop when you're entertaining. Here, we've added copper-toned flatware and amber-hued glasses to create two decidedly different and equally inviting tables.…

Readers can figure out pretty quickly that we love bright colors at HGTV Magazine. Lime green sofas, purple pillows, orange console tables—we go gaga for all these, all the time. So why would we dedicate so many pages in this issue to decorating with black and white? Because no matter which hues you already have going on in a room, you can add black-and-white accessories, art, and accent pieces. They look great with literally anything. The other day I was feeling bored with my bookshelves, so I put a black-and-white striped box at the end of a row of books and, presto! Instant uplift. I could go on and on about decorating with black and white, or I could steer you to our tour of HGTV’s Christina Anstead’s new house…

Christina Anstead is a whiz at finding great houses. The star of Christina on the Coast and Flip or Flop knew exactly what she and her husband, Ant, wanted when they were looking for a place in Newport Beach, CA, last year. “Single level, preferably farmhouse style, and I’ve always loved a black-and-white home,” she says. And that’s exactly what they got. It didn’t need a ton of work—just enough for them to put their stamp on the place, blending their different styles. “I’m bohemian, he’s more industrial,” says Christina. The result: a winning marriage of black and white and natural wood tones. Take a look! living room “I had this sectional made for my last house, so I was excited when it fit well in this space,” says Christina.…

“This used to be an old beat-up staircase in a Pittsburgh home. I elevated its classic shape with true-black paint on the floors and carpet on the steps. Now it all looks modern, no reno required.”—Leanne Ford, Rock the Block “As much as I love incorporating family heirlooms into new spaces, the original dark wood of this china cabinet was too stuffy for my client’s crafting room. A couple of coats of citrus yellow paint cheered it right up!”—Amanda Louise Campbell, Amanda Louise Interiors, Greenville, SC “This is a warm pink, like the kind you see in sunsets, which is why it works in lots of different spaces. Here it adds a bit of fun in a mostly white bathroom. I could also see it pepping up an entryway or…

new life for an old console table The best way to make an ornate heirloom not stodgy: Bring in finds with modern shapes and textures, like this funky mirror, geo lamp, and mixed-materials chair. Boom! That ancient table is entryway-worthy. new life for an old side chair Next to a slew of punchy pinks, the chair’s original green velvet looks fresh and fun. (Pillows and a rug alone can do the trick if you’re not in the market for a new sofa.) Black-and-white accents add polish but let the colors do their thing. new life for an old dining table Surrounding a hand-me-down table with molded plastic chairs is an instant updater—and a lot less pricey than a new dining set. A vivid wall color (this is Cactus by Ressource),…

peacock headboard Swirly rattan headboards are making bedrooms everywhere beautiful (this one is from World Market). The shape may be fancy, but the natural material means it doesn’t seem like you tried too hard. In a light shade, it’s especially striking against a bold wall like this teal one (Casco Bay by Benjamin Moore). Room design by Lucy Interior Design curvy sofa Art Deco is the new mid-century! A subtly rounded sofa with petite legs has all the glamour of that era. Unlike the rectangular kind, you don’t have to put it against a wall—it can float in a room. Velvet makes the look addictively posh. animal wallpaper Tigers and elephants: not just for kids. These sophisticated prints can completely perk up powder rooms, entries, and other small areas. If…

“When you see my house, it’s hard to believe that it’s a new build—the look is classic Craftsman, and it blends right in with our neighborhood’s older homes. The big front porch makes it quintessentially Southern.”—JJ Cantrell, homeowner siding Two types of siding turn the house into a standout: linear lap siding on the base of the house and the chimney, and shingle siding on the gable over the porch. Louvered vents skirting the porch add even more texture. “We weren’t crazy about the yellowy brick when we moved in, especially next to the existing faded teal door and shutters. Repainting them bright green perked up the whole house.”—Kathleen and Ken Moore, homeowners portico This Georgian-style house has classical influences—a columned portico and half-round pediments over the door and the…

FISH SCALE TILE Rows of scallop tiles in watery hues create a fresh look in designer Michelle Gage’s Villanova, PA, kitchen. “It was inspired by a trip to Hawaii, where my husband and I fell in love with the bright blue water,” says Michelle. Arranging the tiles (from Mercury Mosaics) with darker shades mainly on the bottom and lighter ones on top is reminiscent of receding ocean waves. COLORED GROUT Zigzags of glossy pink tiles are made even more spectacular by yellow grout in this London kitchen. (Fireclay Tile makes a similar version; the grout is by Mapei.) “The contrast accentuates the herringbone pattern and picks up the room’s yellow touches,” says architect Catrina Stewart. Tinted grout comes in a range of colors. “White tile and blue grout is also…

backsplash install: give it a go or hire a pro? It’s an achievable DIY, especially with square and rectangle tiles sold in prespaced sheets. The tricky part is cutting tile to go around outlets and window frames; use a wet saw. is it ok to put a new tile backsplash over an existing one? Pros don’t recommend it—tile is best installed on a smooth, flat surface or it could end up uneven. The exception: peel-and-stick backsplashes. should all backsplashes be sealed? Porous or unglazed tile, like cement, needs to be sealed before installation to prevent stains. Metallic finishes may need sealing to avoid tarnishing; check with your tile store.…

sweet potato soup with maple croutons sweet potato soup with maple croutons 4 tablespoons olive oil1 pound carrots (about 4 large), cut into 1⁄2-inch pieces1 large onion, chopped2 cloves garlic, finely chopped1 teaspoon ground cinnamon1⁄4 teaspoon cayenne pepper Pinch of nutmeg1 pound sweet potatoes (about 2 medium), peeled and cut into 3⁄4-inch pieces2 tablespoons low-sodium chicken or vegetable base (we used Better Than Bouillon)2 dried bay leaves2 slices country-style bread (such as sourdough or baguette), cut into 1-inch pieces1 tablespoon pure maple syrup 1. Heat 2 tablespoons oil in a large saucepan over medium heat. Add the carrots, onion, and garlic, and cook, stirring occasionally, until the vegetables start to brown at the edges, 8 to 10 minutes. Stir in the spices and cook 1 minute more. 2. Add the…