Bring the beauty and warmth into your home with our prints, rustic decor, home furnishings and kitchenware. From whimsical to dramatic, you'll find something to please everyone in your family with rustic home furnishings.

For many city dwellers, rustic home furnishings are a way to escape the hectic urban lifestyle for the peaceful tranquility of rural living. When it's impossible to leave the corporate rat race behind, an urban apartment or city house decorated in rustic home furnishings can be a relaxing place to unwind after a stressful day at the office.

Country decorating utilizes natural materials as much as possible and decorative items that look handmade even when they aren't. Wooden floors may be polished to sheen, yet have characteristic marks from decades of being walked on. Braided rugs are scattered about, providing texture and warmth. The walls may be painted in neutral shades or earth tones, or perhaps papered in small floral patterns or bold country motifs.

For those living on country farms or in mountain cabins, the rustic decorating style is a natural choice that showcases the tradition of a farming heritage. And for those who live in-between, the suburbanites, upscale country home furnishings can provide a comfortable gathering place for family and friends to enjoy each other's company, or to relax after a long commute.

Popular designs incorporate such elements as apples, floral wreaths, roosters, birdhouses, hearts, and Americana folk art for borders or to be used either above or below chair railing or crown molding. Wide borders with bold patterns complement smaller matching designs, checks, stripes, or plaids that can be used for larger wall areas.

A bear or moose motif may be used with more rustic home furnishings to create a log cabin ambience or to bring the feel of wilderness living into the dwelling. Chandeliers that look like wagon wheels or that are made from antlers, whether authentic fixtures or reproductions, are common lighting elements for rustic decorating.

From moose wall plates and elk switch plates, to bear coat hooks and deer towel bars, loon key holders and pinecone or leaf curtain swag holders, we are your source for rustic metal art decor featuring wildlife and fish themes for decorating your log home, lodge, cottage and log cabin.

A dark brown leather sofa fits perfectly in a country theme, especially when teamed up with either complementary or contrasting upholstered chairs. Comfort is a primary factor when it comes to selecting seating for the rustic dwelling. Throw pillows and curtains can be made from the same fabric to add a unified look to the room, though window shutters are an innovative alternative to traditional drapes when it comes to window treatments.

A stack of folded quilts, perhaps piled in an open trunk or a large basket, invites family and friends to wrap themselves up on chilly evenings while watching television or reading a good book. Or handmade afghans can be draped over the back of the sofa and chairs. Such simple decorating elements provide a hospitable feel to a family room. Baskets, in a variety of shapes and sizes, are also an integral element of country decorating whether handmade or mass-produced. To add additional interest, baskets can be lined with calico prints or trimmed in lace, filled with balls of yarn and embroidery projects, or hold freshly baked cookies for mid-afternoon snacking.

Another idea for bringing elements of nature into the house is to arrange a small collection of bird houses on a plant shelf or countertop. Other collectibles can also be displayed, perhaps rag dolls or stuffed teddy bears.

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How can I attach an item to my home without drilling holes in the siding?

I bought one of those metal wall plaques that are meant to be hung outdoors for garden decor. I live in a place where we are not allowed to drill holes in the siding, but I see people everywhere with them attached to their homes. I asked around at a home improvement store, but they weren't very helpful. I am wondering if anyone has any suggestions on how to hang it. I can't use the command hooks with the sticky backing, because it would be too heavy. Any help would be greatly appreciated! Thanks!

I agree that the wall plaque would be too heavy for sticky back. One option would be to install a post or pipe large enough to handle it. You could dig a hole in the ground next to the siding spot you want it displayed at. Add a cross piece large enough to accommodate the plaque. Paint the post to match the siding, and the post will blend in with the siding. Good luck.

The Magic that a Metal Wall Décor can Bring to Your Home

Adding various elements and influences to the walls of your home could revamp your interiors in ways you may never have thought of. There are different methods which you can employ to achieve adding more life to dull, boring walls, such as installing wall shelves or simply hanging beautiful paintings and other pieces of art. If the latter seems more appealing to you, then it is a good idea to look into modern metal wall décor.

There are different kinds of modern art such as but not limited to conceptual, abstract and pop art. Each kind has its own distinct, defining feature, and modern metal artworks can be considered as one of the contemporary styles. The very concept of these metal masterpieces is the focus on the abstraction, simplicity and harmony of various elements of shape, size and design to evoke an aesthetic appeal that can cross the boundary between old and new age interior design.

So if you choose to incorporate metal art with your current interior design, how do you choose the ideal one for your home? It can be quite an intimidating thought, but it is actually the opposite. Because of its abstract qualities, it blends well with almost any design concept old or new. What you need to remember is that a metal wall décor can be compared to fashion, which means that trends may change, so it will be wise to choose a kind of design that has a certain mixed appeal from the opposite extremes of classic and trendy. Moreover, in selecting that perfect masterpiece, make sure that it is not a choice that was made simply to “go with the flowâ€, but one that actually fits you, your personality, and whatever purpose you may have planned for it.

There are many kinds to choose from. Some come in the form of a set of four metal blocks with embossed or engraved designs on each surface; others are simply metal sculptures such as ships and fish. There are also more eccentric shapes such as gigantic ancient keys and frames with random content. But whatever form they have, what’s impressive about the quality of modern art is that it has the capability to look good in any environment.

Modern metal wall artworks can also be an excellent gift idea. Because of its versatility, it wouldn’t be very difficult to find one that your friend can use for his or her home. The wonderful thing about abstract decorations like these is that it can blend well with almost any home interior motif without contradicting other elements of design, no matter how classic or contemporary, so your friend will be sure to find a metal wall décor its perfect place in his or her house.

The magic that metal artworks can bring into the home is as limitless as the imagination and creativity of man. These new innovations in art and interior design have helped countless households to create peaceful spaces that conjure serene moods within the confines of their roof and walls.

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How do you clean wax out of a candle holder?

I love burning candles and I often get little votive candles and put them in glass holders. But how do you clean the wax out when you are done? It would take a ridiculously long time to scrape it all out!

Put it in the freezer for about an hour you should then be able to pop it right out in one or two pieces with a butter knife, it comes out about as clean as you can get it.

Wrought Iron Wall Candle Holder - Affordable Beautiful Comforting

A friend of mine has an online newsletter that comes out once a month. The topic of her newsletter is affordable home decorating ideas. Anyway, I got a call from her the other day. She wanted to know if I would be interested in writing an article for her newsletter.

I was pleasantly surprised to hear from her. She went further on to say that in the past she had used some of my wall decor ideas to present to her loyal newsletter members. As our conversation went on I told her that Ice would be honored to write an article for her newsletter. You could hear in her voice that she was grateful and pleased that I would put together an article for the next addition of her newsletter.

After we ended out telephone conversation I started to ponder what wall decorating topic I would write about. It took me only a few minutes and then it came to me. One of the main forms of decor around my home is made from wrought iron. One of the most beautiful, affordable and pleasing forms of wrought iron decor is in the form of wrought iron wall candle holders.

So I got to work. I found everything I could find on the subject of wall candle holders made from wrought iron. It took me a while to get everything together, but in the end it was well worth the time and effort.

The first thing I noticed was size. The smaller sized wall candle holders would usually hold only one candle. Although these were smaller candle sconces, they came in a variety of amazing twisted and curled shapes. With all these design choices, even the most selective individual would be able to pick out a wall candle holder design to complete the room in which it was displayed.

I also found wall candle holders in wrought iron designs that had mirrors behind the metal art. This gave the candle holder a distinctive artful appearance. If mirrors are part of the decor of the room, these would be a perfect compliment to the feel of the room.

Some of these single wall sconces in wrought iron are also available in what is called a bird cage. A bird cage wall sconce actually has a housing for the candle that looks like a miniature bird cage. In this case the candle housing was a beautiful vine design made of thin gauge wrought iron.

Depending on what you are looking for, the single wall sconces are available most any size candle you can imagine, from votive to larger pillar candles. Some of these wall sconce candle holders were available in single packaging and some were packaged in pairs.

There are also wrought iron wall candle holders that hold two or more candles. For those of you who are looking for larger wrought iron wall candle holders, you can find them in sizes that range from two candles, all the way up to sixteen candles or more.

Wrought iron can be shaped into many different shapes, so there are many designs to work with such as swirling, vine, ornate, birdcage, grape, star, acorn, bow, Fluer De Lis and many more.

Depending on what style or theme the room in which you display these twisted and shaped wall candle holders, there is a wrought iron design to complete the feel of the room. You have many choices. So many choices that I suggest you take your time to research all that is available for you to choose from. Start your search today and I know you will find the perfect wall candle holders in wrought iron to supply a comfortable feel to the room in which they hang.

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Barbara Tobiasz is an expert in interior/exterior decorating. Along with her husband Joe, they own and operate Wall-Decor-Concepts.com. For more information on Wrought Iron Wall Candle Holders, go to Wall Candle Holder at: http://www.Wall-Decor-Concepts.com

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Wall Mount Accessories - Have You Thought of These?

So many times I have been contacted by my web site enthusiasts interested in knowing what is available in different and unusual wall decor. They want some information on wall decor that will set them apart from the usual boring “Same old, same old.â€

They also say that they would like to decorate their walls in a way that would express themselves as individuals who don’t necessarily follow the crowd. They ask for my suggestions of what I believe to be tastefully and uncommonly artful wall decor.

For some time I researched their need and after careful study, I have come up with some suggestions that just might help them out. Keep in mind that when it comes to wall decor, there are unlimited directions that one could pursue.

Because I have limited space here on this page, I will give some examples of what I believe to be unusual wall decorations. From there I hope to get the imaginations of those of you who are looking for this information, a sort of kick start to your own exploration of unexpected wall decor.

So I started out by locating Metal Wall Art and Sculptures. These are fascinating creations that will give the room a three dimensional artful appeal. There is something here that is sure to please anyone who is looking for different.

The first metal art I will go over with you is Laser Cut Metal Wall Art. From pieces sculpted into the shapes of suns, animals such as horses, deer, dolphins in tropical scenes, cowboy boots and hat, elk in forest scenes, butterfly and flowers, Azaleas with hummingbird and so much more laser cut metal wall art. You just have to go online to see for yourself how different and beautiful this art truly is.

Staying in metal wall art, the next pieces I found are called steel image wall art. This particular art form is produced from medium gauge steel. The image is then laser cut and formed into art. The steel is then hand brushed to a rich textured finish. The unique colors available are from a process called Kaleidikolor. The final process is powder coating to assure durability for both inside and outside wall hanging applications.

I found a variety of different topics made into Kaleidikolor art forms. Some of these topics included gecko metal art, different forms of sun and moon metal art, a variety of different trees such as Aspen and Aspen branches of different sizes, Hummingbird metal art, North American animals of the wilderness and so much more.

I don’t have enough space here to provide you with all that is offered in this Kaleidikolor art. You’ll have to go online and see for yourself all the magnificent metal Kaleidikolor art offered to truly appreciate this art form. There are literally hundreds of pieces in different topics to choose from.

Wall Planters are another form of wall art that will enhance the atmosphere of a room. These beautifully crafted plant holding devices are a welcome addition to the total presentation, giving the room in which they are displayed an elegant touch of harmony only nature’s plant life can provide.

Most of your wall planters are made of Iron. Many of these iron wall planters are constructed of iron rods bent into artful shapes or crisscrossed and welded together to form wall planters of exquisite style. Some of this metal artwork has metal framework while others do not.

Other forms of metal wall planters have artfully curvaceous wall mounted hanging brackets with metal mesh baskets hung by artful chains. After you have securely anchored the bracket to the wall, all you have to do is put a plant into the hanging basket and enjoy the heavenly scent of fresh flowers in bloom.

Staying with metal wall planters, let’s explore one more version. This version is called the Wall Mounted Planting Bowl. This is different from what I have written about so far.

These beautiful wall mounted planting bowls are cast iron molds. All these wall mounted planting bowls use cultural period designs and castings that once graced Europe’s cities, towns and estates. The handcrafted detail of these wall mounted planting bowls brings out the extremely artful display of a bygone era.

For a more rustic look you can go with a wooden three shelf wall plant holder. This shelf wall plant holder has the look of a picket fence. If you have rooms in your home with a country or rural theme, then this shelf wall plant holder will fit in quite well.

My last example of is often overlooked, but should never be ignored. This wall mounted art gives you a world of possibilities.

Let me ask you, “When was the last time you switched on or switched off a light in a room of your home? Did you notice something different on the wall? Did you have a feeling that something magical happened every time you used the light switch on the wall?â€

If not, then you probably haven’t opened yourself up to the world of Wall Switchplates. Most people decorate rooms of their home without even thinking about what the right wall switchplates would do to enhance the room. Are you one of those?

Well, today I will educate you to what is available in wall switchplates. I’m sure this information will surprise most of you reading this. You probably have no idea on the enormous amount of themes that these small but room enhancing artifacts are available in.

Get ready to have your mind blown. Here are a few examples of the themes that wall switchplates are available in. You have Abstract, African, Animals/Farm, Animals/Pet, Animals/Wild, Antique, Art, Asian, Baroque, Beverages, Birds, Books/Letters, Borders, Caribbean, Celtic, Children's, Christian, Classic, Country, Dancing, European, Extra Functionality, Fantasy, Fish, Flowers/Plants, Fruit, Games, Geometric, Global Spirit, Grab Bag, Hearts, Holidays, Insects, Kitchen, Latin-American, Music, Ocean, Odd Shapes, Patterns, Retro, Rustic, Scrolls and Swirls, Solid Color, Southwestern, Speckled, Sports, Sun/Moon/Stars, Victorian, Western, Whimsical and Wine/Grapes to choose from.

As if that wasn’t enough, you have colors to choose from. The colors offered are Beige/Brown, Black, Blue, Gray, Green, Ivory/Almond, Metallic, Multiple, Orange, Pink, Purple, Red, Teal, White and Yellow. Take your choice…

We’re not done with wall switchplates yet. You also have a choice of finishes. Your choices when it comes to wall switchplate finishes are Antique Brass, Polished Brass, Satin Brass, Bronze, Dark Bronze, Oil Rubbed Bronze, Chrome, Satin Chrome, Copper, Mirror, Nickel, Satin Nickel, Pewter, Verdigris, Weathered Black, Weathered Rust, Distressed and Hammered. And we’re not finished yet.

And now, you also have choices of what material your wall switchplate is made from. Here your choices are Aluminum, Brass, Ceramic, Decoupage, Masonite, Mirror, Pewter, Plastic, Polymer Clay on Plastic, Questech, Steel, Wood and Wrought Iron. Are you beginning to see the big picture?

Wall switchplates are a fascinating subject to study. Always take notes…

Well, there you have it. I attempted to introduce different and unusual wall mount accessories. These items are not your usual run-of-the-mill wall decorations. If you want to express yourself outside of the box, then go for it…

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Barbara Tobiasz is an expert in interior/exterior decorating. Along with her husband Joe, they own and operate Wall-Decor-Concepts.com. For more information on Wall Mount Accessories, go to Wall Accessories page on: http://www.Wall-Decor-Concepts.com

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Wrought Iron Wall Decor - Renewable Sustainable Resource

Wrought iron wall decor has been used for thousands of years and it will continue through generations ahead mainly for its beauty and longevity. This metal is a renewable and sustainable resource. It may be repeatedly recycled and has benefits from reworking. Scrap from wrought iron can be gathered, reheated and forged again into a solid mass. This produces an iron of a higher quality. Wrought means any metal which is hammered, twisted or bent into a shape.

Decorating with wrought iron decor has become a trend . It adds the touch of being able to bring nature to ones surroundings. The beauty of placing wrought iron pieces is that it can fit well in any room of the house. It is available in various sizes small or large and comes in various shapes such as round, rectangular, square, oval and abstract designs that have intricate scrolls, swirls and leaves. It also blends well with most décor primarily because of its neutral color usually in brown or black. However you can alter wrought iron to compliment your room’s decor by adding a coat of paint. You may also find pieces that are in distressed white and verdigris finishes which are unique and add a different dimension to your décor.

Wrought iron wall products reflect a fine blend of traditional designs and contemporary styles. It has brought a revolution to our homes in the form of home decor products. The list of wrought iron products is never ending. You just think of a product and you will find it made of wrought iron.

The prices of the wrought iron products are within reach of every pocket. The price is decided on three main factors. The complexity of the design, the type of welding carried out and the quality of the wrought iron used. The quality of the wrought iron depends on the amount of slag fibers present in the metal.

Walls can talk and they say a lot. Wall décor should be hung so that the center of the piece is at eye level for the average size person. Relate your wall décor size to the wall size. Choose smaller pieces for narrow walls and larger works for big wall spaces. A single large piece makes a statement. It brings focus and helps avoid a cluttered look. Tall wall plaques or groupings should be hung in a vertical line. This will add to the feeling of height in the room. Hanging long pieces in a horizontal line tends to give a calming effect and the illusion of width to a narrow room. You should look for pieces that inspire you and use their themes and colors as the foundation for other room elements.

Wrought iron wall hangings can take on a completely new look depending on where they are hung. They go well with many decorating themes and styles. Best of all they will never go out of style and they can become family heirlooms and be passed down from generation to generation.

Here are a few ideas on where some wrought iron pieces would look great in your home.

Metal art work is the most popular and a great idea for large bare walls since many pieces are on the larger scale and they make a great accessory for contemporary or casual designs. For inspirational pieces in bedrooms or small wall areas try wrought iron plaques and signs. The hallmark of wrought iron plaques is that they display an inspiring word or phrase in an artistic fashion. Wall scrolls combine the look of wrought iron in a beautiful painting. The wrought iron design around the edges of a painting gives a finished look.

The best place to display the wall scroll is in the entryway of your home for a stunning first impression. For expansive walls with high ceilings or to fill spaces above and around wall tapestries and mirrors use wall candle holders or sconces. These will highlight the areas best and give your room the feel of sophistication and beauty. For something truly unique and unexpected mount a grouping of pressed wrought iron squares over the fire place and watch the reaction from others. The solution is to make your home uniquely yours with a wonderful assortment of wrought iron wall decor.

In my master bath I have found a wrought iron towel basket that I have mounted to the wall. It is hand crafted with a black powder coated finish. Every time I step out of the shower and grab a towel it gives me the feel of being in a luxurious hotel. For my guest bathroom I purchase a wrought iron wall shelf that I have placed essential items amongst the knick knacks. It brings the necessities out in the open for my guests while an elegance look and feel to the room. In my bedroom and guest rooms I have placed wall candle holders almost on every wall. It compliments the rooms with a dramatic touch and feel of romance. It embellishes the rooms comfort while creating a warm ambience of grace and style. Scattered around my entire house are wrought iron decorative wall hooks. These provide a quick home accessory that adds function with style. I use these hooks to hang kitchen towels, pot holders, keys, bath robes, small kitchen and gardening tools and other small hangable objects.

Curtain, drapery and tapestry decorative wrought iron rods are the perfect finishing touch for your window treatments and art work. They usually require simple assembly but make a striking statement to what they adorn Make certain you place wall lighting effectively to enhance these features.

We are all in search of that perfect piece or entire room that screams out with our personality. With the vast variety of wrought iron available at your finger tips it can’t get much easier to achieve. You to will have that regal, distinguished and sophisticated look you are after. All you need to do now is start shopping.

About the Author

Barbara Tobiasz is an expert in interior/exterior decorating. Along with her husband Joe, they own and operate Wall-Decor-Concepts.com. For more information on Wrought Iron Wall Decor, go to: http://www.Wall-Decor-Concepts.com

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Custom Metal Gates - Metal Art-work

For innovative designs and exquisite custom metal gates, there are a great variety of options available to choose from as well as a huge range available in the market of metal art-work. These custom metal gates look amazingly beautiful and are extremely sturdy, since they are mostly constructed with wrought iron. Throughout time, custom wrought iron driveway gates and ornamental gates have charmed the entrances of many fine estates. These custom metal gates used to be very useful for celebrities and top notch people. Throughout the estate ranches in Texas to south plantations to the Hollywood hills and US capital, ornamental custom metal gates are always a favorite. They are not only a beautiful statement, but these gates are also immensely safe, which provide a great amount of security to your residence and property.

Your custom metal gates can be made to order suiting your needs and enhance the look of your boundary wall and fences. The whole conception of designing to installation can be carried out for you by any metal art-work fabricator that you choose. You should keep a few things in mind, while selecting the fabricator or designer to construct your custom metal gate. It is always good to go for a designer or supplier who provides you with maximum amount of guarantee, in terms of the quality as well as service provided.

Gates do not just provide privacy and security to your home and business they fill your entrance with beauty and elegance. Your choice of custom metal gates makes an impression on the visitor about the impression he makes of you. It is the first impression when some visitor is standing at your door steps and he somehow judges your own personality and nature, by noticing the entrance and the décor.

How welcoming all of your custom metal art-work is actually reflects how welcoming and forthcoming you are.  It is interesting how people generalize your lifestyle based on what they see at the gate entrance alone. If the gate is depicting a minimalist look and is just about functionality, then it says a lot about the owner of the house.  This message doesn’t necessarily have to be negative.  The conservativeness of the metal art-work could convey that a person is practical and reserved.  On the other hand, a grand entrance gate could speak with a proud message and a strong appreciation of life, art, and success.

Custom metal gates give a great impression of the owner of the residence or business.  This tells a lot about, the financial condition of the owner to some extent. His tastes and choices in terms of styling and designing are reflected as well.  Metal art-work is appreciated many and is very much in fashion, these days. Custom metal gates are one such way to explore the possibilities of beauty and strength put together.

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