When Rachel Ashwell's book "The Shabby Chic Home" was released in 2000, the author and design guru already was well established as a purveyor of new and vintage accessories, furniture and linens at ...

The way a person decorates their home is an extension of their personality. After all, home is where people unwind, rest, and host, so it should be equal parts comfort and cool. For those who aren’t ...

In this creative and inspiring video, learn how to upcycle a thrifted tablecloth into an extraordinary piece of vintage home ...

If you want your home, wedding or party to have a shabby chic vibe, Etsy.com is one of the first places you should look for decor. This online marketplace is packed with unique, handmade items such as ...

If you haven't visited an antique mall or flea market lately, after reading Rachel Ashwell's "Shabby Chic: Treasure Hunting and Decorating Guide," you'll surely be scheduling a trip to see your ...

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Shabby chic or cottage, whatever you may call it, is a type of decorating idea that designer Rachel Ashwell came up with in the 1980s. It uses accessories, distressed furniture or imperfect furniture, ...

Shabby chic design looks worn out, with an antique appeal. People in search of this style either purchase furniture pieces with a distressed look, purchase new pieces designed to look shabby chic or ...

Carol Turner had a 20-year career as a high-powered pharmeceutical saleswoman. But at heart, she was always a romantic. “I love soft colors, roses, ruffles, beads, chandeliers. I love the romance of ...

Often confused with shabby chic%2C vintage is more about traditions and history. Versatile probably because of its comfort factor%2C vintage looks good in any home%2C but it shimmers in old houses.