COOL IDEAS FOR SUMMER STYLE HOME DECOR

Warm sunny days and nature in full bloom, just make you want to give your home, a vibrant makeover…don’t they? Here are some ideas to add some zing and freshness to your interior decor!

The oodles of natural light in summer, is a blessing. Let your rooms be flooded with it for a positive vibe.

Dull, plain walls are a complete no no. Nature based wall art can magically transform any room. See what we have: http://tinyurl.com/uberlyfe-floral-sticker; http://tinyurl.com/uberlyfe-tree-sticker

 Ombre wall panels or paintings in calming shades will look good too.

You can use light, flowing curtains with bright, floral patterns to create a breezy look!

Cushions should ideally be in bold colors or designs. Ethnic prints look very interesting too.

In a room which is primarily white, adding pops of vivid colors will give it a lively appearance. Like a brilliant blue rug or lovely red sofas.

Summer is the ideal time to decorate your house with greens. They can be succulents, ferns, herbs, flowers or even fruits! You can never go wrong with a touch of nature…

You can also consider arranging some leafy greens in a large shell…the effect is unique.

Floral centerpiece is a wonderful idea for dining tables or coffee tables. Use real or artificial flowers, anything that is easy for you to maintain. See what we have: http://tinyurl.com/uberlyfe-tigerlily; http://tinyurl.com/uberlyfe-artificial-orchids

Don’t ignore your kitchen. With a little tweaking, it can be a fun place in summer! Get crockery in multiple, bold and bright colors. Get trays and plates with patterns of flowers, fruits or veggies!

Place-mats made from rope or jute looks good and are Eco-friendly. Choose table linen with simple and smart patterns.

Think different when it comes to home decor. Floating candles and fresh flowers in a  shallow bottomed vessel, is not just for special occasions. They can make every summer evening charming!

A candle lit dinner in the evening can seem more exclusive with this easy to make candle holders. Just partly fill some glasses or vases with sand and shells. Then stick in a few tall candles!

Photo courtesies: Uberlyfe, Decoist, HGTV, Martha Stewart

20 WONDERFUL WEDDING GIFT IDEAS!

Deciding the perfect wedding gift can be an arduous task whether its for family or friends. Obviously the more you know about someone, it becomes easier to choose something! But even if you don’t, here are some cool ideas you can go for….

A wedding gift basket or an indulgence basket comprising of wine, chocolates, dry fruits, premium tea or coffee, flute glasses and more is always a good idea.

A wine box is also an elegant gift. Or even a decorative pair of flute glasses for champagne!

A lavish jewelry box cum organizer will be very useful for the bride. Check out our smartly designed options that not only holds all kinds of ornaments but they also look fabulous! http://tinyurl.com/jewelleryorganizer 

A smart dinner set always comes in useful when the couple is just about to start their journey together! It comes in very handy for entertaining family and friends too.

A vintage tea set is a charming present and is a lovely encouragement to spend some cozy, lazy time together!

A Venetian glass wine set is not just a beautiful gesture, it’s a very utilitarian gift too.

Nothing expresses romantic extravagance like a home spa bath set! Or you can also get a pair of plush bath robes specially monogrammed with the couple’s initials.

Preparing a delicious meal together is a great for a newly married to bond. So gifting them a copper cooking set can be a great idea.

A juicer-mixer-grinder always comes in useful for busy couples!

Does the couple love to travel and are always planning getaways? Gift them a pair of stylish, lightweight suitcases or travel bags.

If you don’t want to spend a lot on a wedding present but are looking for something thoughtful, here are some cool options! You can get a beautiful ornate photo frame and frame their invitation in it. It’s a lovely gesture.

Check out our wonderful collection for ideas: http://tinyurl.com/art-of-framing 

A set of bed sheets and pillow cases is a very utilitarian gift. Add a touch of fun and feelings to it by customizing the pillow cases with embroidery or applique which says “Mr & Mrs” or “His & Her” etc.

A spice rack complete with cute engraved jars is an awesome way to wish the couple an exciting married life!

A beautiful customized ceramic bowl or plate that commemorates the wedding day is an inexpensive but very thoughtful gesture…

A gorgeous bunch of good quality artificial flowers is an unbeatable decorative piece and will stay fresh all the time! Check out our beautiful real feel tiger lilies here: http://tinyurl.com/uberlyfe-tigerlily

Does the couple love gardening? Or maybe you want to give them something, they can take care of together? Then a low maintenance potted plant or succulents are great options!

A pair of fun looking mugs is a cool and useful gift. Or you can customize them with their photos too.

Finally cash or shopping vouchers are always good when you are still in doubt. Or if they are both art lovers or bookworms, get them memberships at the art museum or library!

Photo Credits: Uberlyfe, Buzzfeed, Crate and Barrel, Crystal Realm, Rocketts George, Sheffield Pottery, Teapots n More, Virginia Hayward, Brookstone.

FLOWER POWER FOR YOUR HOME

There’s nothing like flowers to cheer you up and brighten your day! So if you infuse some floral charm into your home décor, it can work wonders. We know that a beautiful floral arrangement in any room can change the aura in seconds. Even if you feel that arranging real flowers everyday is a hassle, there are amazing artificial creations which will work fine. But this is not the only way you can welcome the magic of flowers inside. Here, we are going to share other ideas too…

First, let’s talk about walls…undoubtedly a very integral part of home décor. Did you know that you can easily showcase the beauty of flowers on your walls through decals? They are easy to apply, doesn’t leave sticky residue or damage your walls. So you can change them whenever you want or reposition them to get a different look! Made from PVC or vinyl, they are pretty durable and simple to maintain. To know more about them, read:  https://uberlyfe.wordpress.com/2014/06/06/not-just-another-brick-in-the-wall/

Floral decals are available in different designs, colors and sizes…so depending on the kind of space you want to adorn, you can choose conveniently. Below are pictures of some gorgeous rooms with such decals on their walls:

And here are our flower decals which can transform the way you look at your walls, forever. You can use them on any surface which is dry, smooth and clean:

Now let’s take a look at other things in a room where you can go floral…the curtains are a good place to start. Flower motifs on cushions or floral bedspread or rugs are great ways to introduce that bright summery feel. Or you can think a little differently and use the look in small doses like floral pattern on a lampshade, placemats, flowers with candles, on screens…whether you go for vibrant hues or calming shades, flowers always look good. Even artificial flower trails with tiny electric lights inside them, glow attractively on a quiet summer evening.

No matter which way you choose to introduce flowers, it’s good to not overdo it. If all the items in a room have floral designs, it might be overwhelming! So use a bit of moderation and your innovative “grey cells” and watch happiness bloom in front of your eyes 🙂

Photo credit: Houzz & Martha Stewart. See our decals: http://tinyurl.com/ps9oedy