Reflektion Design Blog

4 Practical Ways to Care For Your Textiles

by Anitra Terrell
4 Practical Ways to Care For Your Textiles
We love our clothes so the thought of your favorite blouse or dress being ruined in the washer machine is scary. Check out these 4 practical ways to care for your textiles so your wardrobe can last.

8 Ways To Feel Happier During Winter

by Anitra Terrell
8 Ways To Feel Happier During Winter
The winter blues is real but it doesn't have to be. Check out these 8 ways to beat the winter blues. Simple tips that will help you feel happier.

9 Ways to Create More Space in Your Home

by Anitra Terrell
9 Ways to Create More Space in Your Home
You're hosting holiday guests and need tips on how to prepare for their arrival. What games should we play, how to create a cozy guest room, what's a cool craft cocktail for the holiday season lots to consider but one of the easiest ways to prepare for guests is create more space in your home. Here's 9 ways to create more space in your home. Decor tips you can use all year round.
Posted in decor tips, home decor, how to, more space

How To Create A Home That No One Wants To Leave

by Anitra Terrell
How To Create A Home That No One Wants To Leave
We all love to return home from a long, tiring day at work to a warm, comfortable, and inviting home. However, a cozy atmosphere is not something that can be bought in a box nor is it quantifiable or the same for everyone. However, it is the thing that keep guests coming back especially during the holidays. Here's 4 simple ways you can create a stay worthy home.
Posted in decor ideas, decor tips, guests, home decor, how to

3 Ways to Hang African Baskets On The Wall

by Anitra Terrell
3 Ways to Hang African Baskets On The Wall
One of the biggest issues we run into when decorating with baskets is how to hang them on the wall. I'm often asked, what's the easiest way to hang baskets on the wall? Good news, I've got 3 methods you can try 2 of which won't put holes in your wall.
Posted in baskets, diy, how to, renter friendly, wall decoration

10 Black Owned Art Galleries Across the US

by Anitra Terrell
10 Black Owned Art Galleries Across the US
After visiting Studio Be gallery in New Orleans I was so inspired I decided to curate a list of 10 black owned art galleries across the US. There’s something special about stepping into an art gallery with photographs, paintings, sculptures or fiber art that reflects who you are and your experiences. Check out the list.
Posted in african art, african inspired, art, art gallery, black owned, galleries, museums

How We Live Home Tour With Kelly Collier-Clark

by Anitra Terrell
How We Live Home Tour With Kelly Collier-Clark
When we think of decorating with African decor images of bold safari patterns, large wood carved animals and exotic art comes to mind. Those design elements while great for some can be intimating for others. Kelly Collier-Clark shows us how incorporating a few African decorative accents into your home can add the cultural vibe you've been looking for while blending seamlessly into your existing decor.
Posted in blog, blog post, decor blog, home tour, How we live blog, Kelly Collier Clark, lifestyle blog

How We Live Home Tour With Orien Carter

by Anitra Terrell
How We Live Home Tour With Orien Carter
Influenced by the music and films of the 80's and 90's Orien Carter was born to create. Her willingness to roll up her sleeves and add character to her home one DIY project at a time is inspiring. Check out her northern New Jersey home filled with African accents and personal style.
Posted in african decor styled, home tour, how we live, How we live blog, new jersey, orien carter

How We Live Home Tour With Jennifer DuBois

by Anitra Terrell
How We Live Home Tour With Jennifer DuBois

A nursing professor, professional organizer and interior stylist Jennifer Dubois is a multi talented creative with a knack for turning homes into a personal sanctuary. Let's take a look at her San Diego home.

Posted in african art, african decor, home tour, how we live, How we live blog, Jennifer Dubois

African Inspired Mother's Day Gift Guide

by Anitra Terrell
African Inspired Mother's Day Gift Guide
We've curated a list of 8 African inspired Mother's day gift ideas she'll love. No cookie cutter, cliche gifts here I'm talking striking patterns, ancestral meaning and of course African print fabrics. Afrocentric gifts for the mom who likes to travel, cook or look good and more.
Posted in african inspired gift, gift, gift guide, holiday gift guide, mothers day, mothers day gift

How We Live Home Tour With Djalna McSween

by Anitra Terrell
How we live decor blog interview with Djalna Mcsween

Her Caribbean roots infused with design education in Philly, Djalna McSween is a interior designer with an unapologetic approach to decorating her home.

Filled with African art, plants, books and two cats you can imagine her downtown loft has all the Afroboho vibes we love! Let's take a look at her Newark, NJ home.

Posted in afro modern decor, black interior designers, black women at home, blog, blog post, decor blog, Djalna Mcsween, how we live, How we live blog, lifestyle blog

10 Handmade African Gifts They'll Love

by Anitra Terrell
10 Handmade African Gifts They'll Love

They love gifts with meaning, story and history. Gifts that represent their love of African culture and how they like to express themselves. We've curated a list of 10 of our favorite handmade African inspired gifts from the shop that are as unique as the person you're gifting them to. 

Posted in african gift ideas, african inspired, gift ideas, gifts, handmade