Save money after Valentine's Day

If you are like me, you like to save money. But you also like to have some really cute stuff to add to your home and give as gifts. That is why I love stocking up after holidays. If you have the color red, pink, or purple in your home, now is the time to do just that! So many stores now have their Valentine's decor on sale.

I also love stocking up on gift wrap, gift bags and even gifts too. You just need to think about who you need to buy for in the future. Teachers, mothers, girl friends, and daughters might all be on that list with many items during this time. 

Here are a few I found online to help you start grabbing some great bargains for others or yourself! 

I found all of these items at Pier 1. Great gifts, pillows and a few red decorative elements for your home.

Look what I found at Kirklands. A cute pink floral lamp that would be great in a little girls room, guest bedroom or even a bathroom.

Checkout the pillows. Great for several styles and ALL on SALE!

Pottery Barn offers these FABULOUS red cut crystal martini glasses on sale right now. They were from their Christmas collection but would work for any home that uses red in their color scheme. And great to use many times throughout the year...Christmas, Valentine's Day,  Special events and even Thanksgiving. Mix them with other fall colors such as orange, greens and purples to a table that wows!

And here are a few gift bags ideas I found. Check out Target, Wal-Mart, Michael's Craft Store, Jo-Ann's fabric and crafts store, and so many others in your local areas. I like to stock up on solid bags in pink, red, and purple. You should also find some fabulous prints that can be used for baby gifts, teachers gifts, and many birthday gifts as well. Don't forget about the gift wrap too. Polka dots, stripes, and other designer patterns will work for many other occasions. 

I hope I inspired you to go check out some sales. I'd love to know what you find! Post some on my FACEBOOK FAN PAGE. 

Happy SHOPPING and Bargain hunting!

Red accessories to WOW your home!

Need to add a little WOW FACTOR to your home? Red will do just that. 

Almost any color you currently have might just work with red. Make sure you choose the right tone...

red-orange or a red-blue to truly coordinate with items you already own. 

Here are some FABULOUS accessories to give that pop of color you might just be lacking. 

How about a cool and modern clock to add flair to your work space or kitchen?

 Or add a fun RED PILLOW to jazz up your sofa or bed!

A FANTASTIC RED SCREEN will make a great addition to a room in the corner.

You can also use it to separate two areas in a large space. 

Need a new end table with storage? Try this look for your own home. 

Grouping like items will make a powerful statement in any room.

Plus using the color red...a winning combination!

Cute little mirrors like the one below can be added to any room. 

Think of using picture frames as well to jazz up your space.

Lanterns are so popular right now. They can be used indoors or out.

And if you are afraid of real candles, try out the new battery operated candle options. 

They come in many different shapes and colors!

A gorgeous red vase can stand alone as a beautiful art object

or group several together for added impact. Or use one single flower for a dramatic look!

If you want a real show stopper then check out the mirror below.

Imagine this in an entryway, over a dresser or how about in a half bath!

Great drama and flair in a single piece.

Need some big accessories for your home?

Disks on stands will give you the height you might just need. 

And in a rich red color, well, it's a winner in my book!

One last WOW FACTOR....an Asian screen. You can mix this style with almost any other design style.

Think of mounting it on a wall behind a sofa, use it as a headboard in a bedroom,

or why not show it off in a hallway! This will add that "something extra" to the space that seems to not get decorated. 

Now is a great time to STOCK UP on red accessories in many stores such as Pier 1, Target, Marshall's, and Kirklands.  They all have their red items out to push during the Valentine's Day sales. And better yet, hit the sales after the holiday. You will find your best deals then. And if you really LOVE the color RED, Christmas shopping season is a great time to find even more accessories for your home. 

Do you have a favorite accessory listed above? I'd love your input!!! Any that you would try and where would you use in your own home?

Thanks for your comments and HAPPY DECORATING!!!

Christa