Art By Al Pisano Blog

Everyone loves the look of stunning wood in his or her home, but when to comes down to choosing the right kind of wood for your space, a lot more thought goes into it than you would imagine. Each wood sets a different sort of tone or look for your home, so it’s important to think about the atmosphere you want to create in your space before you start buying furniture or accent pieces.

Essentially, there are several types of woods you could go with. The first kind of wood is lighter wood, which creates a very light, feminine, modern, and clean feeling in any space. Another kind of wood is a medium wood, such as pine, which often has a very warm tone that makes a space feel welcoming and homey. Then there’s darker woods, like mahogany, which add drama, as well as richer look and feel to any space.

When picking woods, be sure to take a look at the warm or cool tones that are featured in the wood to see how it will work with the rest of your décor. Or, if you can’t decide on the right kind of wood, you can always feel free to go with painted woods in a shade that works will with your décor.

With the cold and sometimes weary days that winter brings upon us, you can’t help but wish for warmer sunnier days that can instantly lift your mood. Bring some light and happiness into your home (and mood) with a colorful wall plaque from PiazzaPisano.com!

Our selection of celestial wall plaques are sure to lift your spirits and bring a pop of color and new energy to any space. From wall hangs, to doortoppers and mirrors, you are sure to find the perfect piece for your favorite room. Bringing a new piece of artwork into a space can change the look and feel of the area and is a great way to bring a new fresh mood to those who enjoy the space.

Bring some color into a drab space and lift your spirits during these last months of winter with a new piece of artwork from PiazzaPisano.com. We have styles of wall plaque for each and every unique individual!

One of our favorite carved pieces at PiazzaPisano.com is the Happy Everything doortopper. We love celebrating all the holidays each month has to bring and sometimes it’s difficult to keep up with them all, that’s why this Happy Everything doortopper is perfect to commemorate each and every holiday! If your days continue to run on a busy schedule (and we know ours do!), this doortopper would make the perfect compliment to your space so that you wouldn’t miss the important days such as Valentines Day, Memorial Day and Labor Day – just to name a few.

Atop what doorway in your own place, who wouldn’t want this hand painted wall plaque to celebrate?
Get yours today at PiazzaPisano.com and celebrate anything that comes along!

With Thanksgiving just on the horizon and many people itching for the holiday shopping season, it’s no wonder that so many are looking to use this time to start their preparations for the Christmas rush – and in many cases, the first place they start is in their home. Decorating for Christmas is more than just a ritual. It’s a time-honored and beloved tradition that brings people together and infuses festivity and cheer into each and every day.

So this week, as you worry about the dressing the turkey, also start thinking about how you’re going to dress your home for the holiday season. At PiazzaPisano.com. we’ll be waiting for you to stop by so that you can take advantage of our great deals on Christmas Decorations and other home accent pieces that are sure to bring some holiday cheer. Remember, Christmas will be here faster than you think. You and your home both need to be prepared!

Winter will be here before you know it and although the sun is closer to the Earth during this time, it doesn’t mean that there’s a ton of sunny days in store. As the weather turns frightful, remember that you can still make your home look and feel fantastic, even on winter’s darkest day. How can you do it? The answer is with lighting.

Interior lighting is an important part of any space, especially to set the mood and tone of your home. Want to make your dark space look homey on a wintry evening? Then look to warm toned light bulbs and fixtures to cast a soft, inviting glow on your favorite space. Sometimes a different color bulb is all it takes to make a room go from ordinary to extraordinary. Also, during the dark days of winter, think about adding an extra lamp or using candles to illuminate your space while helping it to look warm and inviting.

And don’t worry – there will be some some nice days too. When that sun comes out, use it to your advantage. If you’re looking to update your favorite room this fall and winter, remember one thing: let the light in. Chilly days want to just make you curl up, draw the shades, and snuggle up with a hot cup of tea – but when it comes to your favorite space, winter light can actually help you energize a room that would be otherwise dull and drab. Instead of drawing the shades and heading to the couch, open up the curtains and let some light in. You’ll love the crisp clean light that will come into your home, energizing each and every room.

If you’re planning on cooking up a Thanksgiving feast, you should at least have something special to show off your accomplishments. If this is your first Thanksgiving dinner you’ve made for your family, or if it’s just another great holiday, your menu deserves to be celebrated. Make sure that you can make your Thanksgiving even more special by displaying your impressive culinary creations on a menu board made specially by the artisans at PiazzaPisano.com.

At PiazzaPisano.com, we provide homes just like you with the best in carved home décor. Made to be one of a kind quality and designed to make an impression in any space, the home décor pieces from PiazzaPisano.com are must-haves for the stylish family – especially if you want to make sure that your friends and relatives really notice your home this season.

In addition to the wall plaques, accent furniture, and other decorative must-haves that we offer, PiazzaPisano.com also has menu boards that are perfect for completing your kitchen or dining room – just in time for Thanksgiving. Your courses will look spectacular when displayed on our boards – trust us, no one will be expecting this special touch along with a delicious meal!

Make your Thanksgiving even more special with a menu board from PiazzaPisano.com.

Halloween can be a great time to let your imagination go wild when it comes to home décor. This week, feel free to spice up your favorite rooms with crazy linens and fabrics, tons of bright fall colors, and maybe even some spooky accent pieces or fake cobwebs. Really the choices are up to you, but if you’re interested in really making your home look like a haunted mansion just in time for the trick or treaters, here are a few tips:

First off, try making your home look spooky by swapping out your regular light bulbs for colored or darker ones. The low or colored lights are sure to set the mood for a haunted house. Plus, they’re an unexpected touch in your home for trick or treaters.

Speaking of trick or treaters, give them a good scare by building or purchasing a fake coffin. Set it up on a table in your front room or on your porch and fill it up with Halloween candy. Your trick or treaters will love this scary yet fun touch.

Also, if you’re interested in making your home look even creepier, try putting up fake cobwebs and utilizing props like plastic skulls, bats, spiders, or bubbling cauldrons. Any local Halloween or craft supply store is sure to have essentials like these.

Finally, complete the look of your home by swapping out some of your fabrics. Use dark or Halloween themed drapes, curtains, tablecloths, and rugs to add some character to your space while still creating that spooky look that you want for the holiday.

Sure, we have a collection of carved artwork that will suit every room in your home from the kitchen to the den, but we also have great pieces that your child will love to show off in his or her own bedroom or special play space.

Our collection of Kids Wall Plaques and other personalized treasures make a fabulous addition to any kid’s space and are special enough to give as a baby shower gift for any expecting parent. From the Personalized Bear Bedroom Sign, to the Personalized Baseball All Star Mirror, you are sure to find something that fits each child’s personality. Our handcrafted wall artwork would make a great gift for any holiday, birthday, or any other special occasion.

So think about what your child enjoys most. Do they enjoy sports? Do they love animals? Is his or her bedroom missing that special touch? If it is, check out our Kid’s Collection of handcrafted artwork that will give that special room an even more special touch.

Chances are, if your home is like most, the laundry room is not the most friendly place to be. Often times it is rather dingy, filled with dirty clothes, and smells like laundry detergent or over concentrated bleach. One would think it looks nice once laundry is done but give it a few days and clothes are right back in the same place. Seems like you can never get ahead, right?

At PiazzaPisano.com, we try to spice things up a bit in your laundry room to make it a bit more appealing. We understand it will never be the number one spot on a house tour or a place you’d like to entertain in, but its your home and it deserves to look nice. We have crafted numerous laundry room decoration items that can bring some style to your cluttered laundry area. With our laundry room art, you can put up a decorative sign on otherwise bare walls. By adding these decorative signs, hopefully you can create some order and achieve a nice looking space for washing clothes. You may never be able to rid the room of the over concentrated bleach smell, but you can definitely make it look like it belongs in your home.

Fall is just about here and as the leaves start changing colors and the temperatures become cooler, it becomes one of the most glorious times of the year. Enjoy all that fall has to offer by bringing elements of the season into your home. With a few quick and easy decorating tips and ideas, you’ll enjoy this season to its fullest!

Idea 1: Turn your front porch or backyard patio into a social gathering spots for your guests. Include comfortable chairs, an accent table, such as Buona Fortuna and some throw blankets to cozy up the spot.

Idea 2: To add a personal touch, hang a fall inspired wreath on your front door, or set an autumn bouquet at your doorstep. Include a variety of pumpkins and squash in all shapes and sizes on your front landing.

Idea 3: Display a multitude of decorative candles of varying heights on a large display platter. You can also stencil fall motifs on the candles, or access their simplicity with fall leaves or small pumpkins.

Get creative, and have fun decorating for the season. It’s great to bring each season into your home and with these few simple and easy tips you’re well on your way to a cozy inviting atmosphere.