Why Layered Rooms Always Feel More Expensive
Have you ever walked into a room that simply felt "finished?" You may not have been able to explain why, but the space felt warm, inviting, comfortable and elegant. Surprisingly, it usually isn't because the homeowner spent more money. More often than not, it's...
The Timeless Appeal of Plaid
The Timeless Appeal of Plaid: Why This Classic Pattern Never Really Goes Out of Style Some design trends come and go. Others simply wait for their moment to return. Plaid is having a moment again — but for those who appreciate classic interiors, it never really left....
The Difference Between Decorating a Room and Creating a Home
Walk into almost any furniture store and you’ll find plenty of options for filling a room — sofas, chairs, tables, lamps, and accessories. But creating a truly beautiful home is about much more than simply choosing furniture. The most memorable rooms are not the ones...
How to Refresh Your Home for Summer Without Redecorating Everything
As the seasons change, many of us get the urge to refresh our homes. But giving your space a whole new look doesn’t always mean repainting walls, replacing furniture, or taking on a major decorating project. Sometimes the smallest changes can make a room feel lighter,...
Why High-Quality Outdoor Furniture Is Worth It (Especially in Pennsylvania Weather)
When it comes to outdoor furniture, most people have learned the hard way—buy something cheap, and you’ll be replacing it in a year or two. Faded cushions. Cracked frames. Wobbly chairs. Sound familiar? At The Country Squire in Selinsgrove, we take a different...
What I’m going to tell you, quite frankly, may make you blush.
No, I’m not going to make any off color remarks to make you blush! I’m going to talk about the color blush. So isn’t the color blush just PINK! Well it’s a little more complicated than that. Blush is really a range of colors that are in the pink family of shades of...
Will Queen Elizabeth 11 have an influence on your next furniture purchase?
As I write this column Queen Elizabeth is on her way to her final resting place in the village of Windsor. Many thought the Queen would just keep going on forever, sadly that was not to be. As the world mourns, many have stepped up to the mic to share memories and...
Designing a Cozy Bedroom
Create a Soft, Cozy Place to Land Many beds are made of wood or metal, which is a good option if you’re aiming to create a beautiful design. However, beds with soft upholstered headboards are a great choice if you’re looking for something a bit cozier.A Relaxing...
What’s The Status Of My Furniture Order?
That’s a question we have been answering a lot over the last year here at The Country Squire. So what’s the hold up on my order? When will I receive my new Furniture? As I’m sure you are aware Covid 19 has done more to us than make us sick. Covid has put severe...
Welcome Spring
Spring has sprung in the Susquehanna Valley. That does not mean that an Easter snow storm is out of the question but I'm thinking optimistic and encouraging you to start bringing some sunshine into your home. Spring decorating doesn’t have to be complicated or pricey!...