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31 Days of Autumn Bliss {Day 4}:
Bringing Cozy Back

October 3, 2010

Coziness Action Step:

Bring the furniture in a little closer.

When everything is spread out too far, it will never feel cozy.

What makes a living room cozy to you?

All of these living rooms feel cozy to me for various reasons. What are some common themes you see? What could you do in your own living room to create a little more autumn coziness?

Let’s discuss in the comments! What are your favorite cozy living room tips or what trouble are you having getting your space more cozy and comfortable?

Feel free to answer each others questions and if I can jump in and help out a few of you, I’ll sure try!

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Find the rest of the 31 Day girls here.

Thanks for following this series, I so appreciate it!
My first three posts from the 31 Days of Autumn bliss series were:

Entering the Autumn Season
A Welcoming Fall Entry
The Secret to a Clutter Free Room

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Inspired By: Pretty Rooms

April 8, 2010

Just spotted this lovely home (a recent college graduates first nest! wow, it pays to have a mom who is a designer!) over at Traditional Home. Some rooms just draw me right in and I have to look at them for a long time, soaking in the reasons why I … ** Read more **

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Establishing a Purpose
& Focal Point for Your Room

January 13, 2010

Do you ever feel confused about why your room is just not working? Do you have trouble knowing where to start with a room makeover? After THIS POST I decided I better answer the reader question, "What EXACTLY do you do first in a room, after you do … ** Read more **

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Pretty rooms for inspiration

December 22, 2008

We've been snowed in for over a week! We were able to get out only once for a quick run to the store in between storms. Portland has experienced a ridiculous amount of snow and ice -- we have a foot of powdery white snow on the ground now under a … ** Read more **

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Before and After Room Makeover: Painting Brick

November 24, 2008

Just wanted to show you a quick before & after from the House Beautiful website! I thought this was a great example of the power of paint (well, OK, and some new furniture)! What a difference, huh? Photos House Beautiful … ** Read more **

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