In the details: 6 places to style your home for a happy life

"May your walls know joy; may every room hold laughter and every window open to great possibility" - Maryanne Radmacher-Hershey

I've been away from my home for several days now. My grandmother passed away which took me back to my family home and days were spent with tons of family members. It felt so good to be surrounded with life memories. It reminded me that home is always where the heart its the memories and beautiful moments make up a home. So when we haven't built up memories in our homes for decades, how can we make our space feel like home to our hearts? 

When I came home I realized that when I walked through my doors, its the details that make my house feel like my home. Small details of our own like candles, books, pictures, knick knacks, etc. The things we love to look at, that bring smiles to our faces. These are the things that give us feelings of familiarity and connection to the things we love. It touches our hearts. When we are decorating our home, there are a few key places we can enhance with "stylized details" that will give us the feeling of connection to our home. If you want help organizing and decorating your space for personal success and bliss, you will really benefit from this workshop.

1. Your coffee table. I change up my coffee table every month or so. I place fragrances that I currently love, flowers, the books I am reading, collections from travels and a few of my favorite things. If you like variety, you can change up the theme constantly. Places like TJMaxx and HomeGoods always provide beautiful things that you can use to affordably work with. 

2. Your workspace. My desk is probably my favorite place to be, aside from my bathtub. I'm always styling up desktop vignettes. I love pretty pens and pencils, books, crystals, etc. See more of that here. 

3. Reading nook. A curated spot where you flip through catalogs, read magazines or your favorite books. You may even love to journal in this space. It's important to set yourself for a beautiful reading session. Feels so blissful. 

4. Your vanity area. This is probably one of my favorite areas to shop for. I love this darling vanity space by @margoandme . Pretty trays, boxes, picture frames with beautiful memories. This is one of the most personal spaces and you can style it up for bliss. Not only can you enjoy getting ready here, you can have your tea, make your to do lists, try on perfumes and jewelry. It's such a divine and feminine space. 

5. Your nightstand. This is the best place to set yourself up for a blissful nightly routine. Candles, hand lotions, crystals, journals, flowers, etc. Your nightstand should enhance your sleep rituals and have beautiful things to look at before you drift off to sleep. 

6. Your bathtub. If you haven't indulged yourself in bubble baths, I highly encourage you to begin this beautiful nightly ritual. I use bath salts, beautiful soaps and all kinds of nourishing things. Your skin is so important to care, as is our face and hair. This is the place to care for self. Make the most of this and create a gorgeous backdrop to do so. 

Decorate your home for Aquarius season

I am so thrilled Tamerri is back to give us the scoop on decorating for this astro season...

Can you believe it's already Aquarius season!? The first month of the new year is halfway over and it’s time to leave behind the traditional Capricorn energy and shake things up in our lives with the eccentric and eclectic energy of Aquarius. Aquarius is the 11th sign of the zodiac and is often mistaken for a water sign when it is in fact an air sign. Understandable since the symbol of Aquarius is the water bearer and "Aqua" is in the name! Aquarians are all about intellectual conversations, expressing their individuality and collecting acquaintances. And you too can channel your inner Aquarius by decorating your home for Aquarius season. 

Aquarius Season Tip #1: Be Unique

Aquarians are known for being eclectic and marching to the beat of their own drum. These people are not followers. In fact, they are an enigma, constantly swinging back and forth between being social and a loner. The best way to embody the style of an Aquarius is to find a unique piece for your home that no one else has. Even better if there is a cool story behind it. Get to thrifting! Something collectable like a Moroccan wedding blanket would be a perfect accent. 

Aquarius Season Tip #2: Create an open space

Aquarius is the last air sign of the zodiac and all three air signs live for great conversations and the exchange of intellectual ideas. The best way to encourage this at home is to create a nice open space in your living room that encourages conversation, vs. TV watching. Place ottomans in front of or on the side of the couch and mix those with a comfortable chair. You'll create a living area that people feel so comfortable in that they won't want to leave. 

Aquarius Season Tip #3: Change things up...constantly

Aquarius is ruled by the planet of unexpected change, Uranus and although it is a fixed sign, meaning they are stuck in their ways, they do like variety. So just like you would change your wardrobe for the season, switch out your decor with a new comforter, pillows, throws and/or even photos. It will keep things interesting in your home and it's a much cheaper way to bring in newness without remodeling or moving. 

Aquarius Season Tip #4: Bring in the element of water

Aquarius' symbol is the water bearer which demonstrates this sign purifying through the use of water or the pouring of intellectual ideas. The use of water in your space doesn't have to be literal. So don't rush out and get a huge fish tank! It can simply be the incorporation of different hues of blues, a small fountain, a picture of water or even a clear glass vase that you use for your fresh flowers. 

Aquarius Season Tip #5: Get mystical

A fun fact about Aquarius is that it's the sign of Astrology. Scorpio and Pisces are usually associated with all things mystical from a spiritual aspect but Aquarians are also associated with more taboo subjects because they are probably the most open minded people in the zodiac. Of course not all Aquarians believe in astrology or other mystical subjects but many will be open to learning about them. One easy move in getting into pink salt lamps. Or if you're also interested in learning more about astrology, numerology, crystals, etc. start with incorporating a fun coffee table book into your decor. Even if you don't read it, it's a great conversation starter and Aquarians love that!

Tamerri Z. Ater is a professional astrologer and personal success coach. Her website Astrofashionista.com gives visitors practical advice on how to use astrology everyday to maximize their success in a fun and relatable way.

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