1. SIGHT

You know what they say: you never get a second chance to make a first impression. So make sure your guests feel welcome the moment they arrive at your door. Sweep away the cobwebs, put out a pretty doormat and hang a wreath. While you’re at it, how about giving your front door a fresh coat of paint? See ideas in Enhance Your Curb Appeal With One Weekend Project.

2. SCENT

Now that your place looks fantastic, close your eyes and breathe in. What do you smell? It goes without saying that you want your place to smell nice, but as aromatherapy practitioners tell us, the right scent can affect your mood and wellbeing. There are so many options for adding seasonal scents—candles, wax warmers, plug-ins, sprays—that you should have no trouble finding one to suit your taste and budget. Go easy, though—too much of a good thing can be, well, too much.

3. TOUCH

Not only does decorating with a variety of textures add interest, it can really change the feel of a room. Adding a comfy throw, a variety of pillows (like these cute sweater-knit ones), or a textured rug can make your space feel warm and cozy.

4. SOUND

If you’re having people over, music helps fills the gaps and keep silences from getting awkward. Keep it on the softer side if conversation is your goal, but if you’re having a dance party—or you just want to belt out your favorite tunes all by yourself—feel free to crank up the volume. (Just be kind to your neighbors and don’t keep it too loud too late.)

5. TASTE

If you’re entertaining, of course you’ll keep your guests in mind when planning your menu. Everyone needs something they can enjoy, whether it’s gluten-free, vegan, or good ol’ southern-fried goodness. But even if you’re the only one at the table (or sofa) and your cuisine is takeout, savor every bite.  After all, you only have to look, listen, breathe, and feel to know that you have excellent taste.

Have a sense-sational holiday season!

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We love it in part because of the warmth and sunshine, but also because we usually have a little more time to spend with our family (thanks to school being out of session and summer Fridays)!

One great way to connect with loved ones is by tackling a DIY project together. In that spirit, here are a few family-friendly projects you could do together:

1. Build a Birdfeeder

Keep your backyard friends happy (and fed!) this summer with a DIY feeder.
Not sure where to begin? Here’s some birdfeeder inspiration to get you off to a great start!

2. Start an herb garden

Don’t have a green thumb or can’t commit to a full garden project? A simple herb garden is a great entry into gardening that the whole family can enjoy!

If you’re looking to Here’s some herb garden inspiration to get those creative juices flowing!

3. Create a custom welcome mat

Revamp your home’s welcome mat and add a personal touch by doing it yourself!

Here’s an example welcome mat with a quick tutorial, but feel free to branch out and make it your own!

4. Tackle That Accent Wall

You already know we love a good accent wall. It’s an easy way to add color and dimension to any space.

So, why not make it a group effort and it’ll be done in no time! In case you missed it, we’ve got a blog post all about accent walls right over here.

Looking for help with your next home design project? Our ProTek Painting Services Team is safely serving Middle Tennessee right now, and we’d love to help! Reach out for your consultation and estimate today.

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