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Blogger Bookmarks: It’s the Little Things That Make a House a Home

Meet Karla of It's the Little Things That Make a House a Home , and check out some of our favorite posts from her blog. Below see what she's bookmarked as sources for home design inspiration from MyHomeIdeas. See her favorite galleries, rooms, videos, and more.

DIY projects, seasonal decorating, and family vacations are just a few of the topics that populate Karla Swoveland’s blog, It’s the Little Things that Make a House a Home. We asked this Tacoma, Washington-based mom-of-three and wife-to-one just what are the little things that make her house a home and this is what she had to say.

Inspiration Board: It’s the Little Things That Make a House a Home

We draw inspiration from design bloggers. Where do they draw their inspiration from? We asked Karla Swoveland from It’s the Little Things That Make a House a Home a few questions and from her answers, imagined what an inspiration board in her house might look like.


    Images Courtesy Karla Swoveland, It's the Little Things That Make a House a Home


    lime green accent wallDecorate Like a Mad Man

    Design shop owner and actor on the acclaimed television series Mad Men, Bryan Batt welcomes us into his New Orleans carriage house. » See Photos

    An aged floor10 Ways to Make a New House Look Old

    Make your house look like it’s been there forever with these tricks and easy ideas. » See Photos

    With kids coming home from college and law school, Stacey Hughes wanted a kitchen with enough room for everyone to gather and cook in. She wanted a simple, clean look, with a few surprises. Essential elements for creating this style include lighting, open space, glass and color.Beachy Kitchen Ideas

    Explore the elements that compose beautiful, coastal kitchens. » See Photos

    This staircase gets big personality with built-in shelves and interesting art objects.Our 50 Favorite Built-In Storage Ideas

    Browse these custom storage and organization ideas to find ways to maximize space in every room of your house. » See Photos

    Beaty Coleman3 Easy Ways to Entertain With Style

    Three editors share their take on setting the table. Let their individual styles inspire a fabulous party of your own. » See Photos

    With a pinch-pleat heading and a playful yellow-and-green print, these game room draperies lend the space a punch of personality.Our 50 Favorite Window Treatments

    Looking for window treatment ideas? Find scores of inspiring looks in this collection of beautiful curtains, draperies, blinds, shutters, and more. » See Photos

    blue and khaki living roomHighlight a Room With Color

    Paint colors aren't just for walls. We've uncovered designer tricks for highlighting your trim, ceiling, and furniture all with a little paint. » See Photos

    A porch with wrought iron furniture and pastel cushions.Our Top 9 Entertaining Porches

    Get inspired to make the most of your outdoor space with our all-time favorites. » See Photos

    A cottage bedroom with red, white, and green accents and a green painted floor.Pretty Painted Floors

    Rejuvenate your tired floors and give them a timeless look with a fresh coat of paint. » See Photos

    TangerineThe Colors You Need Now

    Just in time for a warm-weather makeover, our editors have chosen seven versatile colors to freshen your home. » See Photos

    A entry way with a painted floor and a whale-shaped coat hanger.7 Ways with Coastal Color

    Take a cue from Coastal Living' s Idea House in Scarborough, Maine, and splash walls, floors, and furniture in the colors of the beach. » See Photos

    outdoor seating areaExtend Your Home Outdoors

    Use our easy tips to make your outdoor spaces as comfortable as your living room. » See Photos

    White bedding with purple ikat pillowOur 50 Favorite Bedrooms

    See our editors’ most inspiring bedrooms – chosen from the hundreds across MyHomeIdeas. » See Photos

    renovated courtyard in a beach houseRules of Renovation

    By following four important rules, you can make your next home remodel budget-friendly and beautiful. » See Photos

    Nominate a BloggerNominate a Blogger

    Who do you want to see featured in our new special series Blogger Bookmarks? » Read It

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