Looking for home decor? Look no further than the heart of Lebanon. Located in the bustling downtown square, The Artful Abode is a home decor boutique owned and operated by Becky Kemp.
“We are proud to bring something a little bit different to the area,” explained Becky, who says they specialize in all things artsy. Their stunning 2200 square feet boasts beautiful pieces of wall art, pottery and ceramics, jewelry, and unique gifts, with many on consignment from talented local artists.
Raised in Lebanon and working in retail home decor for more than 25 years, Becky’s passion for art and travel is obvious as soon as you walk into this eclectic showroom. Bringing in her husband Matt’s background in construction, the visually dynamic boutique is the perfect place for expert advice or just a little browsing.
As autumn approaches and the nesting of winter lingers in the distance, we asked Becky how to choose the right piece of art for your home.
She says, when choosing artworks for your home, it really comes down to your personal taste. You’re the one who will be living with it so make sure it is something that genuinely speaks to you and that you truly love.
- There are a few things you may want to consider when choosing your artwork.
- Size definitely matters. Choosing something too small can be a common mistake. In most cases bigger is usually better. A general rule is that the artwork should take up 60% - 75% of the available wall space.
- Think about the color palette of the room. You’ll want to make sure the artwork will coordinate or complement the other colors in the room.
- Consider the style of your home and the furnishings in it. It is important that the subject matter of the artwork or general feeling of the art relates back to the room it is in. Ask yourself, is my room contemporary, modern, farmhouse, traditional, eclectic, etc? The artwork you choose will help set the mood of the room.
Quick tips for adding seasonal and holiday decor to your home without feeling like it’s too cluttered:
The fall has arrived and you’d like to make your home feel a little more cozy and festive. Here are a few easy tips to help you along the way.
- Adding lots of texture to your room can dramatically change the feel. You might swap out throw blankets for heavier woven ones or maybe add one made of faux fur.
- Swap the covers on your throw pillows for warm moody textured patterns or with festive holiday prints.
- Hang a seasonal or holiday wreath on your door or add fall foliage pieces to the one you already have. You can also hang wreaths over decorative mirrors in your home to add lots of dimension and texture to your walls.
- Transition any greenery arrangement in your house by adding a few evergreen stems or dried florals to each one.
- Scent is a very powerful tool. Change out your candles, diffusers, or essential oils seasonally. Choose spicy or earthy scents in the fall and winter to give the feeling of warmth and coziness.
Look out for these upcoming events at The Artful Abode
- September 9: Fall Open House, 10am-8pm. Stop in to see all the new fall and Halloween merchandise!
- September 22: Rock The Block, 5-8:30pm. The Artful Abode will be handing out inflatable guitars to the kids so they’ll be able to “rock out” with the bands and Jewel Hippie will on site to help create your own custom jewelry.
- October 7: Meet the Artist Night, 6-8pm with Lisa Cantrell of Watertown!