Friday, November 30, 2012

Porch Decor for Christmas

At Galloway Family Homes we love our porches....this classic Southern staple provides shade, extra living space and plenty of room to decorate!

Now that we're heading into the Christmas season we'd like to share some ideas we've found for decorating those porches for the Holidays.

Take a look and share your ideas!

Simple Green and White


Subtle Rustic


Garland and Bows



Friday, November 16, 2012

Thanksgiving Tablescapes

It's almost time!

Planning for the big Thanksgiving meal? From side dishes to seating arrangements there are many things to think about.  We've provided some inspiration for table settings. Take a look!

Rustic


Bold

Simple


 Elegant


What are your Thanksgiving tablescape ideas?

Thursday, November 1, 2012

Tips for New Homeowners


There is so much excitement during the process of buying a new home - looking at floorplans, picking out colors, watching the construction process, moving in, decorating!  However in the  midst of that excitement there are a few simple things you can do that will help with home maintenance in the future.  Take a moment to go through the follow steps and know that you're a little more knowledgeable about your new home!

- File all warranty booklets and instruction books for new home appliances and systems in one secure space. Label and date each package.

- Know where your breaker box is. Make sure each switch is labeled correctly.

- Find your water and electrical shut-offs. In case of an emergency, you'll want to know how to locate these quickly.

Your new home is a wonderful responsibility. Take small steps now to ensure it stays that way long after move in.