5 Ways to Make Any Object Look Important (Valuable)

by: Cathy Robertson

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We all have things that we value. Sometimes the things that you like the most aren’t even that valuable, but you love them anyway. That makes them important. Why not show them off for maximum appreciation? Why not use the things you love the most to decorate you home? Why not give them a place of prominence for all to see and share? Who says it has to be expensive? Take your diamond in the rough and make it a super star.

Who’s the star of the show anyway? Why, the one getting all of the attention of course!

Lights, camera and action!

Center stage
The star is always center stage. Place your ‘object’ in the center of your focal point! Above the mantel if you have a fire place, the center of a prominent wall, right in the middle of your bay window or center it between architectural pieces; like pillars, tall book shelves or an arch.

Lights
Light it up! Spotlight your super star with track lights, a recessed light or an art light. The eye is naturally drawn to light. Try using light to say, “Look at this!” The simple act of lighting something up makes it important.

Curtains
What are curtains but a frame for the stage? In other words, frame it! Literally put a frame around it. It can be a picture frame, a shadow box, a color block painted on the wall or an entire painted accent wall. You can frame an object (the star of the show) by flanking it with other objects (supporting actors). For example, hang matching wall sconces on either side of it. You can flank your piece with tall candle sticks, plants or tall elegant vases. Center it between two draped windows and you’ve just set the stage.

Pedestal
You know the saying,”He put her on a pedestal”. Pedestals are for adored things. Elevate it! Let it rise above the crowd. Elevated things become important. For elevation you can use pedestals, prominent shelves, plant stands or tall accent tables. Which brings me to my pet peeve; please don’t leave art on the floor leaning against the wall! Talk about an insult to one of your major players! Show some respect.

Space Please
Give your star some breathing room! Think old Hollywood, classic simple glamour. If you surround your prized piece with a bunch of clutter, it becomes a circus. Your star gets lost in the crowd and is no longer recognizable. Elegance is always clean and simple.

When you place an object, any object, in a place of prominence in your home; you give it value. What you are really saying is: I value this thing. It is important to me. It brings me pleasure. The object may or may not have any monetary value at all. That is not the point. The point is that its mere presence brings you joy, a fact that you recognize and honor by giving it the star treatment.

About the Author

Cathy Robertson is an Artist and writer for Fine Art Castle. Have fun, informative decorating & design articles delivered to you! Sign up for our monthly Newsletter today at http://www.fineartcastle.com/decoratingtipsanddesign.aspx . Or stop by and take a peek at our Fine Art Prints for your Canvas Art decorating needs at http://www.fineartcastle.com

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