An unknown source once said, “Spring: a lovely reminder of how beautiful change can really be”. With the tulips popping up to say hello, the trees coming back to life, and the warm weather returning from its vacation, we couldn’t agree with this quote more. While it’s also the season from spring cleaning, we’d much rather focus on the decorating. If you’re looking to refresh your space, look no further. Whether it’s your bedroom, living room, kitchen, or entryway, these tips and tricks will brighten up any space in your house. Bring on the Color After months of bearing the cold, nothing sounds better than bringing pops of color into your home. Something about it feels so effortless and energizing. Though forest green, burgundy, and navy will always have a spot in our hearts, the spring means a new palette of colors. Bring on the pastels! Add pops of color wherever you can, and your space will start to blossom just like the spring flowers. Let’s See Some Texture Though added texture should be consistent year round, it’s extra fun to use in the spring season. Natural wood and woven textures can be used in countless ways and takes minimal […]

While we will forever love a light and bright space, there’s something about a moody room that will always have a special spot in our hearts. Darker hues have the capability to create an atmosphere like no other. It may seem safer to stick with neutrals, but make sure to give darker hues a chance. Hopefully, the debunked myths and tips below give you the confidence you need to explore darker hues in your own spaces. Dip Your Toes In The Water There are endless ways to incorporate darker hues into your home. Maybe you want to go all out? Maybe not though? If dipping your toes in the water sounds more your style, then experiment with finding a balance between the light and dark that works for you. In this space, a dark wall was paired with a lighter patterned wallpaper. Though it can feel like this is a delicate balance, you truly have a lot of freedom. Allow yourself to explore all the possibilities, and find the harmony between dark and light that works best for you. Set an Atmosphere One of the major benefits of using darker hues in a space is the effortless mood they set. […]

‘Tis the season for all things merry, bright, and joyful! After the challenges we’ve all faced this year, this holiday season calls for an extra dose of specialness. Maybe this meant that you decorated early? We sure did! To help round out the holiday festivities, we’ve gathered some of our favorite tips for holiday entertaining, table setting inspiration, and an easy recipe that pleases any crowd. Our Holiday Tips Utilize What You Already Have If you feel like your wallet is already being stretched from all your gift shopping, fear not! If you read our Halloween or Thanksgiving blog, you know that we love to incorporate different elements from our home into decorations. Most of the time this involves antique silver or ribbon, but the sky’s the limit! Use this same principle when it comes to your holiday entertaining, and you’ll be all set to go. Select a Theme While it isn’t necessary, having a theme for your decorations certainly makes things easier. Whether it’s a color scheme, a certain concept, or something gathered from your inspiration, deciding on a theme can make the decorating process easier to tackle. As you’ll see in Designer Deb’s Christmas table setting, she used […]

Sometimes decorating for the holidays can seem like a daunting task. It can make the most wonderful time of the year more like a chore. Or maybe you couldn’t be anymore like Cindy Lou Who and hanging the ornaments come naturally to you? Whether you’ve already started decking the halls or don’t know where to start, these tips are perfect to help on your decorating journey. Our Easy Holiday Tips The Old & New If you’ve read our Halloween or Thanksgiving decorating blogs, you know that we’re a huge fan of mixing and matching the old with the new. Not only does it bring a sense of effortless simplicity to a space, it can also be super cost effective. By using pieces, such as some old silver platters, in your decorations, you’re saving yourself some time and money. Some of our favorite things to incorporate include vintage candle holders, aged silver, and antique ornaments. Bring On the Greens With a season filled with holly, mistletoe, and various trees, it’s the perfect time to use festive greenery in your home. For the front door, a wreath is always the classic way to go. If you want to go with a specific […]

Now that Halloween has come and gone, Thanksgiving is just around the corner. With such a crazy year, there’s nothing more that we want to do then celebrate with our loved ones close by. However this holiday season looks for you, it’s important to remember what you’re thankful for, taking time to yourself, and enjoying good company, food, and drinks. To help you savor this year’s Thanksgiving, we’ve compiled some of our favorite tips and tricks. Decorating Tips Rustic Roots When you think of the Fall, you can’t help but think of pumpkins, golden leaves, and a hearty harvest. With such beautiful symbols of the season, it’s only natural to bring them into your decor. Throughout your home, find moments for these rustic details. Mix in mini white pumpkins on your table or mantle. Bundles of wheat are always fun to add as centerpieces or scattered on bookshelves. Warm Lighting and Fresh Greenery Adding hints of freshness and low lighting make any space feel intimate and cozy. One of our all time favorite things to add to a table is fresh greenery. Some of our top choices are Leyland Cedar, Italian Ruscus, and Eucalyptus. You can add these to floral […]

When Todd and Jenny bought Karr Bick back in 2006, they knew they wanted to help create spaces inspired by their clients. Spaces that no one wanted to leave and felt like #NothingOrdinary. As the company has grown, they’ve found more ways that they can support their clients in achieving this feeling. That being said, we are pleased to announce a new department! For some time now, we’ve been receiving questions about all things interior. Regardless of if it was related to paint colors, what towels to buy, or what they should hang on their wall, the questions kept coming. Since the Karr Bick mission revolves around creating your own personalized #NothingOrdinary space, our new interior design department and services will answer all these questions to make your space special. To be specific, our new Residential Interior Design Services include: – Space Planning – Furniture, Accessory, and Art Selections – Custom Window Treatments and Bedding – Furniture Design and Production – Re-Design – Finish Selections – Purchasing, Procurement, and Installation Meet Ashley In addition to the announcement of a new interior design department, we are so pleased to welcome designer Ashley Willman Obradovits. Ashley will head the new department, which […]

As a day filled with all things dark, spooky, and haunted, Halloween is the perfect day for a witching party. Gather all your friends and family to enjoy and celebrate. In honor of Owner Jenny’s favorite holiday, we’ve compiled some of our favorite festive tips, table setting ideas, and a list of the items in our shopping carts. Remember, it’s all just a bunch of hocus pocus! Spider Ice Cubes: A fun way to add spook to your drinks is to add fake spiders to your ice cubes. All you need to do is pop a spider in an ice cube tray and add water. Let them freeze, and pull them out right at party time. Little details like this make your party seem really thought out, when all you really did was make ice! Plus, the kids will go crazy for them! We’ve included the perfect spiders at the end of this post for purchase. All Out Decorating: Nothing is better than a well decorated party. Immediately upon arrival, you want your guests to be wowed. In addition, good decorating can really help set the scene for a good party. Your decorating can range from Doctor Hyde’s Lair to […]

Fall: The season of pumpkins, apple picking, scarecrows, and colorful trees. With such warm colors and textures to play with, Fall decor looks great in every home. Plus, it’s the season of one of our favorite holidays. As we’re sure some of you already know, Halloween is Owner Jenny’s favorite holiday to decorate for. All things spooky and scary are right up her alley. On All Hallow’s Eve, you’re sure to find some creepy vintage decorations, elaborate costumes, and hauntings galore at Jenny’s house. Below, you’ll find some festive Fall and frightening Halloween decorating tips and tricks! Create a Scene One of Owner Jenny’s favorite tips for Halloween decorating is to create a scene. Draw inspiration from one of your favorite festive movies. Whether that be Hocus Pocus, Haunted Mansion, or Practical Magic, think of different ways you can create a narrative. This year, Jenny created a skeleton dinner at her dining room table. With nice place settings, spider webs, and spooky details, the two skeletons look like they’re having a great night out! Have Fun Just like with any decorating, it’s important to make sure you have fun. Allow yourself some creative freedom to explore different holiday fun. For […]

Disclosure: This post may contain affiliate and/or sponsored links. Please read our disclosure policy at the bottom of this post. It can help you sell your home swiftly and for more money. It’s almost magical. Staging homes has become a star pupil in the real estate world. If you are in the process of selling a home, a well-staged house can almost always guarantee a sense of order and calmness. With a few little tweaks, a space can give off a brand new appearance. When we’re staging a home, there are a few do’s and don’ts that we always follow: Do’s: – Take pictures of the before. This helps you put things back easier. When we go shoot a client’s home, we are careful to have everything placed back where it belongs before we leave. – Make sure everything is clean. You want your space to look as sparkly and crisp as possible. Bring out the Clorox Wipes! – Stick to neutrals with pops of colors. When trying to sell your home, you want to appeal to as many people as possible. By sticking to neutrals, you’re increasing your odds of pleasing visitors. – At Karr Bick, we’ve found that […]

Disclosure: This post may contain affiliate and/or sponsored links. Please read our disclosure policy at the bottom of this post. As a day filled with fireworks, parades, and countless patriotic symbols, Fourth of July is a day to do one thing: celebrate. Though this year may call for more backyard parties than in the past, your friends at Karr Bick hope that your day is full of stars, stripes, and pure American love. In honor of the holiday, we’ve compiled some of our favorite festive tips, table setting ideas, and a list of the items in our shopping carts to help honor the day.  Our Decorating and Party Tips Quick and Simple Tablecloths: To get more bang for your buck, buy fabric and make your own tablecloths. Not only is it super easy to do, but you can pick from an endless array of choices while spending less. This is especially handy for larger tables.  Buy Flags in Bulk for Decorations: Not only are American flags more than fitting for the holiday, but they also can make great decor accessories. By putting them in vases, potted plants, or straight in the ground, you can elevate your festive decorations.  Use Plastic Plates […]