Posts in Interiors + Styling
FOUR COVID FRIENDLY WAYS TO CELEBRATE HALLOWEEN
FOUR COVID FRIENDLY WAYS TO CELEBRATE HALLOWEEN

I don’t know about you but I’ve never been a big Halloween girl. I think I particularly lost my taste for it after college (too many gross frat halloween parties with too many people). Now the at the thought of anything halloween (other than decor) has me looking the other way. However this year I’m trying to use social distancing to celebrate halloween in a much more laid back, and honestly not spooky way at all.

Here are 4 super simple and socially distant ways you can celebrate this spooky holiday - even if you are really into the holiday!

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Interiors + StylingRachael SnowHow To, Hosting, Dinner Party, Affordable, Celebrations, HolidayComment
HOW TO STYLE YOUR BAR CART FOR EFFICIENT HOSTING
HOW TO STYLE YOUR BAR CART FOR EFFICIENT HOSTING

Congrats! If you’re reading this post that means you have a LOT of exciting design moves ahead of you. You could be moving in with your bestie, getting rid of that college IKEA furniture, or taking the leap in buying a house. Whatever phase of life you’re in, there comes a time where you have the overwhelming feeling of designing your space from scratch. I get it, it’s stressful. If you are anything like me at this phase, you are impatient, eager to get it done and “perfect”, but also have no idea where to start. Here are 5 tips I’ve learned from evolving Matt and mines’ home…

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Interiors + Styling, Food + DrinkRachael SnowMy HOme, Interior Design, How To, Hosting, Party, Dinner Party, Affordable Comment
5 TIPS I'VE LEARNED FROM DESIGNING OUR HOME FROM SCRATCH
5 TIPS I'VE LEARNED FROM DESIGNING OUR HOME FROM SCRATCH

Congrats! If you’re reading this post that means you have a LOT of exciting design moves ahead of you. You could be moving in with your bestie, getting rid of that college IKEA furniture, or taking the leap in buying a house. Whatever phase of life you’re in, there comes a time where you have the overwhelming feeling of designing your space from scratch. I get it, it’s stressful. If you are anything like me at this phase, you are impatient, eager to get it done and “perfect”, but also have no idea where to start. Here are 5 tips I’ve learned from evolving Matt and mines’ home…

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Interiors + Styling, DIY ProjectsRachael SnowMy HOme, Interior Design, How ToComment
YES, YOU REALLY CAN MIX AND MATCH WOOD FURNITURE TONES
YES, YOU REALLY CAN MIX AND MATCH WOOD FURNITURE TONES

Repeat after me: Mixing wood tones is NOT A CRIME. You might need to repeat that one again to yourself. If you are anything like me, you have sort of a random mix of furniture in your home. For example, our white oak TV console is mine from college, and a dark stained coffee table we bought when we first moved in. Instead of stressing out that all the furniture pieces in our home are the exact same wood tone, I decided to smarten up and make. it. work.

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Interiors + StylingRachael SnowMixing Wood Tones, Wood, Furniture, Eclectic, Styling, How To, Styling TipsComment
3 WAYS TO MAKE YOUR HOME FEEL READY FOR FALL
3 WAYS TO MAKE YOUR HOME FEEL READY FOR FALL

We all know that fall is quickly approaching…right?? I honestly don’t know anymore. Needless to say this year has really flown by. So, to make myself more aware of the seasons changing I am slowly starting to change some small design elements around our home to help me mentally transition into fall! Here are the 3 things I’m changing around our home to make it feel more ready for fall.

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Interiors + StylingRachael SnowFall, SnowStudioFall, Seasonal Updates, Season Decor, Seasonal DecorComment
THE MCGEE AND CO WITH THRESHOLD AT TARGET - FALL LAUNCH BUY GUIDE
THE MCGEE AND CO WITH THRESHOLD AT TARGET - FALL LAUNCH BUY GUIDE

The McGee and Co fall launch is here! Officially launching September 13th, their new fall collection of furniture, artwork, and decor is seriously legit (and - did I mention affordable?). Their summer launch literally flew off of the shelf on launch day. So, I’m thinking the same thing will happen this Monday! That’s why this time I am planning my buy…

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Interiors + Styling, Gift Guides + Round UpsRachael SnowTarget, Threshold, McGee and Co, Affordable, Fall, 2020, Styling, DecorComment
WHY YOU SHOULD LAYER YOUR LIGHTING JUST LIKE YOUR CLOTHES
WHY YOU SHOULD LAYER YOUR LIGHTING JUST LIKE YOUR CLOTHES

You all know by now that I loooove a good table lamp. Or really just any light that ISN’T your overhead lighting. Unless you live in a home with a well thought out electrical plan, chances are your overhead lighting sucks. Because of this I have played around with how to get adequate levels of light with layering lighting levels. To break it down for you - you should layer the light in your home just like you layer your clothes. Think you’ve got it figured out? I guarantee you this way of thinking when lighting your home will change the way you see your space…

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Interiors + StylingRachael SnowLighting, Budget Friendly, Renting, Apartment, Hack, Affordable, Layered LightingComment
THE LAZY GIRL HACK TO A GALLERY WALL - LAYERING PHOTOS
THE LAZY GIRL HACK TO A GALLERY WALL - LAYERING PHOTOS

I had intentions to hang a beautiful tonal gallery wall, aaaand got distracted. How did I leave the photos? Just propped up against the wall on top of my dresser. Well, turns out a month later I’ve decided I love the look of this so much more and decided to style it up, and leave it as so. Turns out I accidentally made a super chic, and turns out super trendy install of a different style of gallery wall.

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Interiors + StylingRachael SnowBudget Friendly, Apartment, Hack, Affordable, Photos, Gallery Wall, Easy StylingComment
TO SHOP | AFFORDABLE & QUALITY AREA RUGS
TO SHOP | AFFORDABLE & QUALITY AREA RUGS

I get asked ALL THE TIME, “where can I find an affordable rug that doesn’t look fake?”. To be honest, until recently I didn’t even know myself. Well, lucky for you (and I guess me too!) I have FINALLY found a source for reliable, affordable, and durable rugs you can order online! Check it out here, and shop my guide for the best minimal, neutral textured, and vintage inspired rugs

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Gift Guides + Round Ups, Interiors + StylingRachael SnowArea Rug, Affordable, Shopping, Quality, Lulu and GeorgiaComment
TREND WATCH: WHY AUDIO ROOMS ARE THE MILLENNIAL MUSIC ROOM
TREND WATCH: WHY AUDIO ROOMS ARE THE MILLENNIAL MUSIC ROOM

Audio rooms are rooms specifically designed for the listening of music, film, or other digital media. In larger, more expensive homes, you can think of this as a music room, home theatre room, or even a recording studio. We all know that most people don’t have means for something of this scale. So, why did Pinterest see such a spike in searches for audio rooms? Today I’m sharing how you can create your own audio room on a smaller scale, and of course, on a budget.

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Interiors + StylingRachael SnowApartment, Affordable, Styling, Audio, Music Room, QuarantineComment
TO SHOP | THE COUNTER STOOL GUIDE
TO SHOP | THE COUNTER STOOL GUIDE

Pull up a seat!! Today I’m featuring my favorite counter stools - specifically ones with a taller back! Most homes and apartments have some sort of counter dining. It could be like my set up at home where the kitchen island turns into a counter height dining situation. Whatever situation you have, making sure you have the right seat here is super important. Here’s why…

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Interiors + StylingRachael SnowStyling, Books, Shopping, Kitchen, Counter Stool, Stools, Learning, Cheat SheetComment
THE COFFEE TABLE BOOK GUIDE
THE COFFEE TABLE BOOK GUIDE

We all know and love a good coffee table book. They are SO versatile to style with, and can practically go anywhere in your home! I particularly love them on a coffee table, bar cart, or night stand. Ok - basically everywhere. I could go on and on about why I love coffee table books. They ground every vignette, add pattern and color to your space, add great height and volume when styling, and are beautiful to look at (and, even open and read *which i suggest).

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Interiors + StylingRachael SnowCoffee Table, Styling, Books, Amazon, ShoppingComment
SMALL ENTRYWAY IDEAS
SMALL ENTRYWAY IDEAS

What is the saying about first impressions…? I think the first thing people see when they walk in your home sets the tone for the rest of your home, no matter the size! Plus, a great entryway can serve as a catch - all for your keys and anything else you need before running out the door! Today we’re diving into what 4 components make a successful entryway ideas even in a small apartment, and how to create one of your own!

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Interiors + StylingRachael SnowEntryway, Apartment, Affordable, StylingComment
PLUG-IN WALL SCONCES | WHY I WILL ALWAYS LOVE THEM
PLUG-IN WALL SCONCES | WHY I WILL ALWAYS LOVE THEM

I can’t tell you how many people I have asked that HATE plug in wall sconces. I’ve heard it all - “i don’t want to see the cord”, “why would you want to see the cord like that”, “they don’t look good”. WELL, I’m here to debunk every single complaint on plug in wall scones and make you love them again. Because I certainly do!!

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Interiors + StylingRachael SnowLighting, Budget Friendly, Renting, Apartment, Hack, Affordable Comment
HOW TO HOST A DINNER PARTY WITHOUT A FORMAL DINING SPACE
HOW TO HOST A DINNER PARTY WITHOUT A FORMAL DINING SPACE

Considering that socially distant at home dinner parties are one of the only socially acceptable events I am certainly not letting my apartment living prevent me from having people over. Like most people, our apartment doesn’t have a dining area. At first, I was really sad that we couldn’t have large dinner parties. Now I’ve figured out different ways to host a more casual dinner party in our apartment.

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Interiors + StylingRachael SnowQuarantine, Styling, Hosting, Dinner PartyComment
HOW TO KEEP YOUR APARTMENT BALCONY CLEAN YEAR ROUND
HOW TO KEEP YOUR APARTMENT BALCONY CLEAN YEAR ROUND

You guys loved seeing my most recent patio update! I really wish I did a whole patio update sooner. Let me tell you it is getting too hot to even be out there! Your biggest response on the patio post was how to keep it clean year round. Here is what we’ve learned over the last two years of having furniture on our apartment balcony.

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Interiors + StylingRachael SnowPatio, Summer, Quarantine, Styling, Outdoor, Budget Friendly Comment
3 EASY WAYS TO STYLE AROUND YOUR BED
3 EASY WAYS TO STYLE AROUND YOUR BED

In my latest instagram poll you guys answered with a tie between your bedroom and living room for the “if you could redesign any room in your home” questions. So, you can file this under that bedroom redesign folder. Today’s post is all about ways to style around your bed. We’re covering three different ways you can successfully style around your bed, plus ways you can recreate each look yourself!

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Interiors + StylingRachael SnowLighting, Mirrors, Bedroom, Styling, Hacks, Bed, Artwork, Shopping, Recreate the Look Comment
WHY TABLE LAMPS AND MIRRORS ARE A CLASSIC COMBO
WHY TABLE LAMPS AND MIRRORS ARE A CLASSIC COMBO

You all know I have a serious love for all things lighting. I really think that interior lighting is the best kept secret to having a well designed and functional home. So, it shouldn’t come as a surprise to you that today’s blog post is all about lighting - table lamps to be exact. Today’s post is all about table lamps and their best friend - the mirror.

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Interiors + StylingRachael SnowLighting, Mirrors, Bedroom, Styling, HacksComment
MY FAVORITE INTERIOR DECOR SMALL BUSINESSES TO SUPPORT
MY FAVORITE INTERIOR DECOR SMALL BUSINESSES TO SUPPORT

You all know that these past few months have not been easy for anyone. Quarantine has produced over 20% unemployment in the US. That is such a scary number. All small businesses are really hurting because of that. What are some ways you can help? Simply, just buy from small businesses when you can. Here is a round up of my favorite decor small businesses you can support + special discounts just for SNOW STUDIO readers!

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Interiors + StylingRachael SnowRound Up, Small Businesses, Home Decor, Decor, Small Biz, SupportComment
BLACK OWNED INTERIOR DESIGN AND DECOR BRANDS YOU CAN SUPPORT TODAY
BLACK OWNED INTERIOR DESIGN AND DECOR BRANDS YOU CAN SUPPORT TODAY

One of the best ways to keep up the momentum of the Black Lives Matter movement is with exposure. What does this mean? Time to DIVERSIFY YOUR INSTAGRAM. I firmly believe that we are only as good as those around us. This also applies to social media. Today I am sharing some of the best Black Owned interior designers and home decor businesses to follow and engage with both on instagram, and hopefully with your wallets too!

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Interiors + StylingRachael SnowInstagram, Diversity, Shop the SeasonComment