Shift into the new mood by personalizing your spaces with these easy updates.
Update your home with beautiful patterns and bright colors that create dimension in any space. They are a great way to liven up your home and add texture.
Music, art and good times were afoot this past weekend in Arcadia, Wisconsin – the birthplace of Ashley HomeStore – during Ashley for the Arts! Over 50,000 people enjoyed performances from dancers, acrobats, marching bands and some of today’s top musical artists, including American Authors, Kelly Pickler, High Valley, LOCASH and X Ambassadors.
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The Inspired Room by Melissa Michaels
Fluffy Goldendoodles, designer room tours and home decor inspired coloring books are among many inspirational tools you will find in Melissa Michaels’ crafty and chic blog; and we can’t get enough of it! Her style guides are inexpensive to initiate, simple to follow and simply gorgeous in design. Whether you’re a coastal lifer, cozy cottager or farmhouse chic fanatic, Melissa has a guide for you. See these here.
We were so pleased to collaborate with Melissa on her latest project—giving a small room a giant makeover! What was once a cramped office space, became a gorgeous guest bedroom with furnishings by Ashley HomeStore. Melissa was tasked with creating a space that will welcome guests once they unpacked their luggage. She even upped the cozy with a selection of our own quilts and nesting tables, making the guest experience truly divine.
See the full, stunning collaboration here.
Melissa has had the honor of being voted Reader’s Favorite Decorating Blogger at Better Homes and Gardens magazine two years in a row. She is also the author of New York Times Bestseller “Love the Home You Have” released in March 2015. Melissa encourages her followers to explore their home style by truly embracing what inspires and motivates them—even if it’s a little quirky!
See Melissa Michaels’ full blog here and prepare to be inspired!
Wow guests at your next dinner party with a perfectly paired cheese board. Try these pairings featuring some of our favorite cheeses, all found right in the grocery store.
Tasty Combinations
1. American: Cheddar with apples and walnuts
Sweet apples and savory walnuts cut through sharp cheddar to create a perfect balance of flavors. 
2. French: Brie and seedless raspberry jam
Mild and nutty, brie is simply delectable with the rich flavors of seedless raspberry jam. Serve at room temperature or, better yet, warm and gooey.
3. Italian: Parmigiano-Reggiano with pears and balsamic vinegar.
Sweet pears balance the saltiness of this cheese while a drizzle of balsamic vinegar complements the earthy flavors.
4. Irish: Blue cheese with dried figs and honey
Slightly spicy and a tad tart, blue cheese is perfectly balanced by the sweetness of honey and the nuttiness of dried figs.
5. Greek: Feta cheese with extra-virgin olive oil and oregano.
Earthy oregano and a drizzle of fruity, extra-virgin olive oil beautifully complement feta’s tangy and salty qualities.
A+ Presentation
Group your cheeses with their respective accoutrements on a large board. Serve with an assortment of crackers and crusty bread, and provide plenty of cheese forks and spreaders. You can also garnish your board with grapes, berries, olives and other tidbits.
Do you have any favorite cheese pairings? Share them in the comments!
We’ve simplified how to find an ultra-relaxing recliner that fits your needs and lends blissful support during a full night of TV binging.
What needs to be done ahead of your furniture delivery? Read on for five steps to success.
Sectionals come in all shapes and sizes and can have many fun features, so how do you choose? We’ve got the tips and tricks to help you decide!
We all know that rain is good for the environment and helps the flowers bloom throughout spring and summer. But for all the good the rainy season brings, it also introduces mud and muck into the house. We have a few simple tips for making the mud more manageable while still keeping your home at its stylish best.
From the Ground Up
Area rugs not only help define open spaces like foyers and entryways, but also add a touch of welcoming warmth and splash of style. For fear of ruining prized rugs with muddy footprints, many people stow their rugs away during the rainy season. Rather than deprive your entryway of the many benefits offered by an area rug, lay down an indoor/outdoor rug that is easily cleaned and stands up to heavy foot traffic. Shop from our selection of indoor/outdoor rugs to find the season’s hottest color and pattern trends. These chic rugs protect your floors from mud and dirt while making a stunning first impression with your guests!
Benchwarmers
Keeping a heap of towels in the entryway is a common-sense approach to taming mud during the rainy season. But who wants their ratty old towels in plain view? That’s why we suggest placing a storage bench in the entryway. It not only keeps cleanup items out of sight but also offers a place to sit while you wipe your feet and remove your shoes. Win-win! Our Zenfield bench is technically designed to complement the bedroom collection by the same name, but can easily add form and function to a foyer, too.
A-Tisket, A-Tasket
Now that you’ve removed your muddy shoes, you need a spot to stow them. After all, no one wants to see the family’s footwear lined up by the front door. Nothing works better than a large basket to conceal the mess while letting your footwear “breathe” and dry out.
The Hookup
Now that you’ve mastered the cleanup and storage of your muddy rain boots, it’s time to address the raincoats, jackets, and umbrellas. Our home accents wall shelf works especially well in a foyer thanks to its bevy of hooks. With a stylish storage spot for every member of the family, there’s no excuse for an unorganized entryway.
Share Your Tips
Have any additional ideas for dealing with the messy mud season? Let us know in the comments!
Tired of looking at empty walls? Are they begging for attention? Maybe it’s time to turn drab walls into spaces splashed with personalized style. It may seem perplexing at first, but with the right tools and a touch of creativity, you can assemble gallery walls quickly.