Make a Kid's Ladybug Costume for Halloween

A handmade tulle tutu, basic red sweatshirt and felt are all you need to craft this cute ladybug costume complete with a personalized leafy trick-or-treat tote bag.

From: Marian Parsons

Contemporary Neutral Open Plan Kitchen

The beautiful finish on the cabinets in this contemporary open plan kitchen echoes both the hardwood floors and the exposed beams of the ceiling. One row of elegant pendant lights illuminates the kitchen island; a second sets apart the adjacent dining area.

From: FINNE Architects

After: White Transitional Kitchen Island With Sink

A kitchen island sink is ideal when the space is being used for food preparation overflow. The kitchen island countertop is made from Heritage Wood distressed black walnut.

From: Artisan Group

Gray and White Shabby Chic Bedroom With Floral Wallpaper

The color palette of this bedroom keeps its farmhouse style as chic as can be, tempering the sweetness of the floral wallpaper and four-poster bed.

From: Duckworth Interiors

Neutral Art Deco Master Bedroom

Neutral, light colors make this master bedroom feel calm and fresh. Bed and night tables: Bernhardt; Custom mill work: AWWSI; Fabrics: Robert Allen; Seating: Lee Industries; White grasscloth wall covering: Seabrook; Lighting: Arteriors

From: Javier Fernandez

Blue and White Tile Backsplash in Neutral Cottage Kitchen

The Baker’s new kitchen has a modern tile backsplash, and granite countertops were installed, as seen on HGTV's Fixer Upper.

Make it Plain

In the dining room, contemporary seating surrounds a traditional dining table. The mix of influences, including a jaguar clay pot, keeps this dining room interesting, even with a muted color palette.

A Bath Built for Two

In the bathroom, Ana Claudia shows off her unique talent for picking just the right tile for a space. White subway tile looks uber-cool laid both vertically and horizontally for maximum whimsy. Warm brick adds sophistication to the bathroom design. And modern brass his-and-her mirrors finish off the space, giving it a modern feel. The mix of aesthetics works perfectly in this forever family home.

Space for Entertaining

The living room can easily seat 10-15 guests. To one side, a large sectional provides an inviting view of the great outdoors. The streamlined sofa is featured alongside a vintage coffee table. Ana Claudia loves sourcing vintage finds in neighborhood stores. The living area also brings the outdoors in with sculptural plants in the corner.

Blue Contemporary Sitting Room With Dog

Often, luxe materials are also durable and easy to clean. Case in point: this sitting room's green velvet sectional and simple-to-wipe-down, marble-topped coffee table.

Small Patio With Decorative Privacy Panel

A decorative window provides privacy without offending your neighbors or blocking out natural light the way a full-blown wall would. This stylish DIY idea from Lowe's costs less than $100, and you can customize the glass with any stencil design you like.

Yellow Desk Garden Container

This vintage desk garden container is sure to be an eye catcher and conversation starter at any social gathering.

Chic Living Room in Gray & Neutral tones

A soothing palette of gray and neutral, this updated living space feels chic and sophisticated. Different patterns and textures add dimension and interest to the space.

From: Heather Garrett Interior Design

Kitchen Desk Area With White Cabinets and Hardwood Floor

This custom-designed kitchen desk area features plenty of storage, granite countertops and a corkboard "backsplash."

Living Room With Chevron Rug and Coral Accents

Soothing beige walls contribute to this living room's calming ambiance. The color coral is put to good use here via the throw pillows and armchair, keeping the room from feeling too neutral. A chevron rug adds a quirky final touch to the space.

From: Kerrie Kelly

Rustic Master Bedroom Suite

A neutral palette is used throughout this Texas ranch home to create a warm, welcoming environment. To create a space that is visually interesting, a mix of natural textures, from the rustic woods to the knubby fabrics, is used.

From: Cornerstone Architects

Barn Home in the County: Formal Dining Room

The formal dining room of the renovated barn home was designed to host people with it's 17 foot custom-made farm table and accented with custom wall art, as seen on HGTV's Fixer Upper.

Midcentury Modern Multicolored Living Room With Blue Chairs

The homeowner of this residence loves midcentury design, so the style is filled with bright pops of color (blue, orange, green), geometric patterns and clean lines.

From: Anthology Interiors

Neutral Transitional Living Room With Striped Sectional Sofa

This beachside living room beckons with stunning views and family-friendly furnishings.

From: Judith Balis