Though it was a bit slow in arriving in North Carolina, winter is finally upon us. Splitting my time between the South (where we film) and Toronto, I’m able to enjoy the beauty of the season without getting too weighed down by the cold.
I woke up to snow on my last visit up North, and I love the stillness it creates…especially when I’m warm and cozy inside. On the floors, I’ve got an array of plush rugs underfoot, and they act much like snow, adding to the peace and quiet by tamping down sound and acting as insulation.
A penchant for decorating with rugs is a big plus when it comes to managing energy bills in the winter months. This isn’t a new concept. Heavy tapestries were hung on the walls of castles to keep damp and draughts away from the living spaces and to keep the heat in.
Besides creating a cushion of warmth between your feet and the floor, I love using rugs to define spaces and set off the furnishings within. One of my favourite decorating tricks these days is to use outdoor rugs inside, since the newest synthetic constructions are designed to easily wipe clean with a damp cloth. While most people think of outdoor rugs as easy-care in the summer, they work wonders in slushy, snowy conditions too. (Especially for those of us with pets. Hello Mimi!)
I love your show! No one does it better! Your ideas and choices are great. Can watch your show all day and I am not one that that does that normally. Keep up the great ideas and great show Hilary!
I love your designs They are so cozy yet elegant
Thank you for bringing back oppulenve . Manners .
I have never been able to decorate yet my daughter has that gift.
I love when the one that is out , grumps , complains ends up saying We are going to love it. Only time they don’t is when they find a house in their new appraisal budget . I watch your shows over and over !!
Thank you for sharing your gifts and your grace .
Hilary I love rugs for the color palette that they set for rooms for furnishings and drapes and how warm a room and define your spaces especially with open concept living you can cozy up some of the larger space that way. I love mixing old with new give different contrast and textures into a room and rugs can help soften antiques and show them off with there or muted colors!
Hilary I love rugs for the color palette that they set for rooms for furnishings and drapes and how they warm a room and define your spaces especially with open concept living you can cozy up some of the larger space that way. I love mixing old with new give different contrast and textures into a room and rugs can help soften antiques and show them off with there bright or muted colors!h
Hillary-
Loved reading this. Watch your show all the time. How do you stay so young looking???? I’m 56 and Only wish I looked that good . Canada sounds do peaceful snd beautiful. I love Anne Murray and seeing her blogs on The Canada life. You are so blessed. HUGE FAN.. Jan