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Christmas is Coming

We had a very late Thanksgiving this year, which means that now we are that much closer to Christmas! Only 20 days away to be precise! Have you started your decorating yet? Be honest- did you do it before Turkey Day? I won’t tell anyone. At Home on the Range, we love Christmas decor, and we ESPECIALLY love rustic Christmas decor. Whether you already have your home decked out in holiday glory, or you haven’t quite gotten around to starting yet, here are some great rustic holiday decor ideas to get you going (or keep you going).

I really love the rustic crate centerpiece in this room, but what I love the MOST here is the little tree in the olive bucket. I’ve seen galvanized tubs used as tree stands before, which I thought was pretty creative, but I think the tiny tree in the olive bucket is even better! So cute and so rustic!

Rustic Christmas Decor | Home on the Range

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Vintage sleds are great for rustic holiday decorating, and we see them used pretty frequently here in the mountains. I think that adding a holiday wreath to the sled is a great idea!

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This lovely little corner piece brings in four of my favorite rustic decor items: buckets, twigs, pinecones and birch/aspen logs. This is a great piece for the corner because it will add depth, height, and texture to your space, and really give a natural Christmas feel to the room!

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Once again, here are a few of my favorite things! This time, they took logs and pinecones and added burlap, mason jars and candles! This centerpiece is so beautiful. It brings nature right into the house using simple, easy to find items.

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This advent calendar is ADORABLE. If you have the time and the craft skills, this would be the perfect addition to any rustic Christmas home. All you really need is a big picture frame, tiny buckets, and twine, and voila!

Rustic Advent Calendar | Home on the Range

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This is the first of what I am certain will be multiple holiday posts from Home on the Range this year, so stay tuned! We love the holidays, and we love to share the holiday inspiration that we find. For more ideas, visit us on Pinterest, or like us on Facebook.

December 4, 2013
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From Concept to Reality- Using Google Sketchup

You may remember when we did a post a while back about using Google Sketchup for design and construction concepts. Well, today I wanted to share something VERY exciting with you. One of the rooms that we put in Sketchup to help our client visualize the space and make decisions on finishes is now on its way to completion. I received a photo of it the other day, and I was floored at how amazingly similar it looked to our Sketchup rendering. Take a look below!

This is the original image as it was built in Sketchup- we used the program to build this room from the plans to help choose finishes, furniture and accessories.

This is a photorealistic rendering that we did of the original image to make it more realistic and help our client visualize how it was really going to look:

Our client approved the finishes, wood, etc, and the building and installing began. This is a photo of the progress of the room so far:

Isn’t that amazing? Remember, in the first and second images, the room in the third photo was not in existence! The first two images are 100% computer generated. This really goes to show how far technology and design have come, and the possibilities of how far we can go with tools like this are endless! Just thought I would share!

November 29, 2013
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The Thankful Table

Can you believe that it’s already Thanksgiving-eve? Where has 2013 gone? Even though it seems like the time has flown, we have so much to be thankful for this year.

We are thankful for our our clients, we have the best clients in the world!

We are thankful for each other. Working with people who care about each other and what they do makes for a joyful job!

We are thankful for our design projects. They keep us busy all the time and bring us to new and interesting places.

We are thankful to be able to live and work in a place as beautiful as Steamboat!

We are thankful for everyone who supports Home on the Range online and locally, you guys keep us going! Thank you!

We have been busy bees this year with projects and events all over the country, and are ready to settle into the holidays! If you, like us, have been running around like mad lately, you may be looking for some last minute decor ideas to add that extra little something to your Turkey Day celebration. Look no further! Today we have compiled a collection of ideas that will truly make yours a thankful table.

The Place Setting: Whether you plan on hosting 30 people or 4 people this Thanksgiving, it’s the presentation that makes all the difference. The smallest details can leave a lasting impression. Here are some great ideas for place settings, menus, and seating cards that are elegant, simple and perfectly seasonal!

Thanksgiving Decorations | Home on the Range

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The Sideboard: Chances are, you will be employing a sideboard, buffet, or table of some kind to house your delicious feast. Make it beautiful! Adding color, height, and layers will really make it stand out and become a focal piece of the celebration, rather than just a stand to hold your food.

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The Table: Finally, let’s talk table! Once again, it’s the little things that count here. Hunt for natural items to include in your centerpiece. Use placemats or chargers to add color or texture. Incorporate candles and candle holders of all different shapes and sizes. Bring out your best china. It’s time to eat!

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For more holiday decorating ideas, visit us on Pinterest! You can also like us on Facebook to have beauty and inspiration delivered straight to your wall. If you live in (or happen to be visiting) the Steamboat area, come see us at the showroom! We have all sorts of creative items that will help your holiday home look its best. Have a happy holiday!

November 27, 2013
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7 Brilliant Home Decor Hacks

Because we all need a few bright ideas from time to time, here are 7 brilliant home decor hacks that will make your life just a little bit easier!

1. Use jute rope or rawhide to hang curtains!

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4. Use cornstarch and water to apply fabric to the wall “renter’s wallpaper” that will come right off and not damage the walls!

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For more great ideas, follow us on Pinterest, or like us on Facebook!

November 15, 2013
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Color Theory: 6 Incredible Facts About Color

Last Thursday night, we were lucky enough to attend the ASID Color Theory seminar at the Denver Design Center. The seminar was hosted by Decorative Materials, and the speaker was Feras Irikat, the Director of Design and Marketing for Stone and Pewter Accents. It is safe to say we had our minds blown! Feras was an incredible speaker who kept us interested and laughing the whole time, while also imparting invaluable knowledge about the psychology of color, and how we see and understand color in the world around us. We learned SO many things, but today I just wanted to share a few of the very most interesting facts that Feras shared.

Modern Bedroom by New York Interior Designers & Decorators Amy Lau Design

1. No two people in the whole entire world see color in the same way. The way each person views color is based off of a very specific mixture of the way their eyes see and their brains work, and also their individual life experiences.

Example: Nobody is born with a particular love or hate for a certain color. Think about a color that you particularly dislike. At first, you may think that it is just and ugly color, but if you really think about WHY you don’t like that color, and consider where in your life you have seen that color and experiences you have had that would lead you to associate it with something negative, you might begin to understand why you have such strong feelings towards that color in particular.

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2. Each color is made up of a certain number of “ingredients”. The more ingredients that a color has, the more difficult it is to pinpoint, and the more it can change in different lights.

Example: In the seminar, we talked about the color Khaki. Khaki has a lot of different ingredients, so when you look at inside under artificial lighting, it may just look beige. Then, when you take it outside into a different light, it can look green, or yellow or any other number of things. This is why with more neutral colors, you might think something is a perfect match for another color, then get it home and take it out and think “what in the world was I thinking? This looks terrible!!!” This is one reason that lighting is so important in design.

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3. Colors have a huge impact on peoples’ emotions, and this is mostly due to how the brain sees them.

Example: The color red exudes a sense of power. The color blue exudes a sense of trust and honesty. Feras suggested that wearing one of these two colors to a job interview would trigger subconscious emotions in your future employer that would sway their opinion in a favorable way.

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4. The way we see color changes with age.

Example: Over time, our corneas begin to yellow. This makes things that younger people see as blue instead take on a green hue. This can be why different people may disagree on coordinating colors.

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5. Color names have a huge impact on the way people respond to the color itself.

Example: In the seminar, Feras used the example of Vera Wang’s line of professional apparel for women. One season, she presented a line with a beautiful and unique color called “lilac”. It didn’t sell. At all. A couple of seasons later, the exact same color was presented in a new line, this time with name “monster”. Everyone had to have it. Isn’t it funny how that works?

6. Our subconscious is more alert and aware of our surroundings than we think it is.

Example: Here is a REALLY interesting video on how our subconscious works in ways that we would never even know. It’s a few minutes long, but so interesting and definitely worth a watch!

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Altogether, we learned some really incredible things from the Color Theory seminar. We would like to thank ASID, Decorative Materials, and also Feras Irikat from Stone and Pewter Accents for making this event possible! You can find all of them on Facebook, and if you would like to see more about color and why we love it, visit us on Pinterest!

November 13, 2013
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Just In! At the Showroom

There is a lot going on right now at Home on the Range! We have a lot of great projects that we’re working on, and we have also had about 10 different shipments of new inventory come in over the past few weeks! There is some really incredible stuff that we’ve been unpacking, and today I wanted to share a few of my favorites (but by no means an exhaustive list). All of these pieces are available for purchase right now at the showroom, along with so much more. Come in and see all of our beautiful new things for yourself!

This is a barrel- and an end table! I love this sooooo much, it looks even better in person. It’s great because normal barrels are big- they just can’t really be used for tables unless you get super creative, but this barrel is the perfect size for between living room chairs, or as an accent in a bedroom.

Barrel End Table

We have all sorts of different twig lamps, in different sizes with different shades and colors. These lamps are great because they are rustic and natural and perfect for mountain lodges and cabins without being too hokey.

Twig Lamp

We also have all sorts of new hurricanes and candle holders! This tall cylindrical hurricane is one of my favorites because it can add an unassuming style to just about any space, and it’s easy to match with almost anything that is already existing.

Hurricane Lantern

We have mirrors galore! We don’t even have enough places to hang them all! This hand finished carved mirror with gold accents makes a great statement.

Rustic Carved Mirror

Here’s another example of the variety of accessories we have right now- these come in three different bright (but still distressed) colors- red, yellow and blue! We had one customer in earlier this week who commented how neat these would be incorporated into a tiered porch arrangement. What do you think?

Vintage Lantern

We have carried these vintage bottles for a while now, but they just seem to keep coming in more unique and interesting every time! They even come with dirt and liquid still in them and we clean them out before putting them on the floor- that’s how you know they’re for real!

Vintage Bottles

To see more of our new arrivals, stop in any time! Visit our website for hours, location and contact information. You can also stay up to date with us on Facebook and Pinterest!

October 30, 2013
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Fun with Faux Fur: The Product Post

Earlier this week we talked about faux fur, why we love it, and where to put it. Today, we’re going to share with you some of our very favorite faux fur products! All of these products are either in stock at the showroom or can be ordered by simply contacting us!

This faux fur beaver neck roll would be a perfect finishing touch for many different styles of bedding ensemble. Whether you have a comfy lodge collection or an elegant chalet feel, this neck roll will fit right in. Did I mention that it’s probably the softest and most comfortable thing in the whole world?

Beaver Faux Fur Neck Roll | Home on the Range

What I love about the coyote faux fur is how natural and woodsy it looks. While other faux furs can be dressed up or down, this one is pretty casual, and perfect for rustic environments. We currently have a couple of these throws on hand in the showroom, come snuggle up in one!

Coyote Faux Fur Throw and Pillow

How cute is this faux fur trimmed stocking? This is the perfect accessory for Christmas in the mountains- it would look great in a condo, home, second home, Santa’s sleigh… whatever really!

Stocking with Faux Fur

These faux fur trimmed soft goods are some of my favorites. I love the tweed fabric, the lodge motif embroidery, and, of course, the faux fur on the edges adds so much to these pieces! While they don’t necessarily work amazingly for drying dishes, they sure look great!

Faux fur trimmed accessories

To order or purchase any of the items above, stop into the showroom today! You can also contact us through our website, or leave a comment and we will get back to you!

October 25, 2013
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Fun with Faux Fur

We love using faux fur in home decor. We’ve talked about it briefly before in other posts, but today faux fur gets a post all its own… maybe because it’s suddenly so cold outside! That fluffy, soft, warm texture is more than welcome in any mountain home, and there are more ways to incorporate it than you might think!

Throws and pillows are the most common way to bring snuggly faux fur into your space. Depending on your style, you can choose from a variety of colors and textures- you can select faux animals ranging from Coyotes to Snow Leopards to Chinchillas!

Chinchilla Faux Fur

Beaver and Black Bear are a couple of our favorites when it comes to softness, but we also love Coyote and Raccoon for their rustic style, and Tibetan Fox for its classy elegance.

Black Bear Faux Fur

Raccoon Faux Fur

Used as an accent in a living room, faux fur brings an instant inviting warmth to the space.

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When used in bedding, faux fur delivers an irresistible urge to climb right in and snuggle up.

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If you are looking for a different way to use faux fur, we are seeing ottomans and poufs gaining in popularity.

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You can also try a sheepskin rug to add that fluffy look to the room in a creative way that is also a delight for the feet!

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While you by no means HAVE to use faux fur specifically, there are a few reasons that we do suggest it. The first is that you have a fantastic selection of colors and textures- for instance, I don’t think that real Tibetan Fox blankets are very widely available. Second, the price point is generally much better when it comes to faux fur, and the results are the same every time. If you need a match or a replacement, you can get one without any hassle. Third, this probably isn’t a huge issue, but there are a lot of people out there with allergies to animals and animal fur. This is a main reason that we generally suggest our clients order down alternative as opposed to down pillows- while you might not be allergic, there is a possibility that guests or family members might!

Stay tuned for our next post, where we will share some of our favorite faux fur products with you! In the mean time, you can see more faux fur decor ideas on our Pinterest boards, or follow us on Facebook for great design inspiration daily!

October 23, 2013
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Looks We Love: Ralph Lauren

At Home on the Range, we are kind of obsessed with Ralph Lauren fabrics. I think it’s safe to say that. Not only are the colors beautiful, the styles timeless, and the materials top notch, but many of the collections fit seamlessly into our Rugged Elegant mountain design visions. Though many of the patterns stay the same (because, like we already talked about, they are timeless), Ralph is always ahead of the curve when it comes to colorways. There are hundreds of different Ralph Lauren patterns and colorways, but our favorites tend to be wools and linens, plaids, casual florals and native prints. Below are some beautiful pictures that show the diversity of these lovely textiles, and also one of our new favorites!

This sofa incorporates a really creative mix of different fabrics that are perfect for a rustic and maybe slightly eclectic mountain lodge.

The neutral hues in this living room, and I can’t even imagine how lovely it must feel to curl up on that sofa! The mix of faux furs and wool would be heavenly!

This is a great example of a little bit different way to use Ralph Lauren textiles- rather than in just pillows, bedding or upholstery, here they have used one of Ralph’s Sacred Mountain blanket fabrics for draperies, and another Trading Post collection fabric for the bench cushion. Love this!

Though there are so many different ways to incorporate Ralph Lauren fabrics into your room, I think that bedding is probably one of the most delightful- you can’t beat the heaviness and warmth of wool on cold nights!

Last but not least, we wanted to share one of the patterns from the newest collection that just came out this summer, which we absolutely adore!

To find out more about incorporating Ralph Lauren looks into your home, contact us on our website! Or, you can like us on Facebook to stay up to date with all of the latest home trends!

October 18, 2013
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Fall Favorites

Well, I think that fall is actually almost over here in Steamboat Springs, CO (too soon, too soon!), but it even though it was a short one, it was an incredibly beautiful one! We had reds, golds, oranges, yellows, burgundies, peaches, pretty much any warm color tone that you can imagine. Then, picture those colors dusted with a layer of brand new snow- it was spectacular! As we begin to watch the leaves flutter to the ground, and as the air changes from “a little bit crisp” to “see your breath all day”, we wanted to take a chance to share some of our fall favorites this year- things that make us love and appreciate the season! And, though mother nature has decided that fall is on it’s way out here in Steamboat, the season continues through Thanksgiving so at least there’s still plenty of time to take advantage of fall decorating and pumpkin spice lattes!

Acorns are such a great little decorating tool. They really help to bring the outdoors in with a neutral color and natural feel.

Fall Decorating Ideas | Home on the Range

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Wool blankies! And Pendleton wool blankies no less! Need I say more?

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The colors in these acorns are just beautiful, have you ever seen acorns in these colors?

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This is a great rustic fall tablescape. The flannel table runner looks fantastic over the burlap, and the sunflower adds such a pretty accent!

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I would love to spend the fall here. Right here. With a Pendleton blanket.

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Great colors here! They all tie in together nicely, and the mix of the rustic frames with the more transitional soft goods and accessories make a cute little space!

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I just love this pinecone arrangement. The colors and the leaves and the berries and the burlap are perfect for fall!

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One of my favorite autumn photographs

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This is a great decor idea that could transition from fall to Christmas decor- love the unique use of cranberries and hydrangeas!

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For more fall inspiration, or any holiday inspiration really, visit us on Pinterest! You can also follow us on Facebook to have decorating ideas sent straight to your wall every day! Or if you are interested in some one on one design ideas, contact us through our website, we would love to hear from you! Happy Fall everyone!

October 16, 2013
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