Breaking Down the 3-5-7 Rule 

For one reason or another, even-numbered groupings of items and furniture are less aesthetically pleasing. This is the basis behind the 3-5-7 rule for decorating, which recommends that you group items in counts of 3, 5, or 7. Along with its impact on aesthetics, the 3-5-7 rule can also help declutter spaces.  

How to Use This Rule in Your Home 

While you’re free to experiment with different groupings, the following approach works for many designers: 

• 3 – Groups of three should be reserved for furniture and other sizable items like rugs and large mirrors or pictures.   

• 5 – This group is for medium-sized items, such as floor lamps and coffee tables.  

• 7 – Groups of seven cover all small items, including candles, figurines, and table lamps.  

It All Begins With a Solid Foundation: Fiesta Homes 

If you’re in the market for a new home and aren’t sure where to begin, Fiesta Homes has you covered. We’ve helped people all throughout Las Cruces find the manufactured properties of their dreams and we’d love to do the same for you and your family.  

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Where there’s a will, there’s a way, so it’s fully possible to throw a great Thanksgiving party even when space is at a minimum. Here are some tips on how to have a good time while also keeping your frustration at bay.  

Don’t Get Overzealous With the Menu 

A tasty Thanksgiving dinner often includes roast turkey, mashed potatoes with gravy, a salad or vegetable dish, and dessert. Plenty of party hosts provide options outside of this core group of food, but smaller kitchens might not be amenable to such an expansive menu. In addition to what you make at home, ask your friends and family to bring an appetizer and/or dessert of their choice. Now there will be plenty of food to go around without crowding out your kitchen.  

Serve Food Buffet Style 

A buffet style spread enables diners to serve themselves, which prevents party hosts from having to navigate through a tight space to dish out food. Buffet style dining can also help you utilize your home more efficiently, as you can use your kitchen for a serving area and leave your living and/or dining room free for mingling.  

Be Flexible About Seating 

A liberal seating policy factors nicely into a buffet-style Thanksgiving spread. After procuring foods, your guests can find open seating throughout your home, whether that’s on a couch, recliner, or kitchen chair. If your home currently lacks enough seating to accommodate the number of guests you expect, consider picking up a few inexpensive folding chairs just to be safe.  

Have a “Spill Station” at the Ready 

Food and beverage spills are all part of hosting a holiday gathering, especially when space is limited. In this case, it helps to have an all-purpose cleaner and paper towels on standby in the event of a spill. That way, you won’t need to go rooting through cabinets and closets in search of cleaning materials.  

Happy Thanksgiving From Fiesta Homes! 

We have so much to be thankful for here at Fiesta Homes, and we truly couldn’t do it without our amazing customers. If you’re in the market for dependable, high-quality modular homes, we have just what you’re looking for. Take a look at our floor plans to get started, and rest assured that you can customize our designs to make certain your new home suits your needs. Call 575-525-4680 today to learn more.  

It’s possible to enhance the look of your home even if you’re working with a limited budget. Here are a few small yet effective steps you can take to boost the appearance of your property.

Remove Clutter

You’d be surprised by the huge impact even a minimal amount of clutter can have on home aesthetics. In this case, simply de-cluttering your home may offer a significant improvement when it comes to appearance. If you don’t want to throw items away, consider donating them to a worthy cause. You can also hold a yard sale to earn a few bucks while you clean out your home.

Rearrange Your Furniture

Rearranging furniture costs nothing and it can have a profound impact on the layout of your home. For instance, you can create designated spaces in the home by arranging furniture in clusters. If you lack room, you can also use bookshelves and other items to create clear borders in the home, such as between the kitchen and living room or dining room.

Create Focal Points

In addition to rearranging furniture, you can also establish focal points in each room using the décor you already have. For instance, if you have mirrors and wall hangings spread out within a living room or dining room, consider combining them in a single display. This will create a nice accent for the space, where the eye will naturally be drawn when people visit your home.

Go Thrifting for Great Finds

While thrift shopping does require you to spend some money, it’s far less than what would be required if you visited a home décor store. Look for wall hangings, vases, mirrors, knick-knacks, and other items that can affordably spruce up your home. You can re-vamp these items to match your existing décor, which makes for a fun craft project.

Make an Investment in the Home of Your Dreams

In Las Cruces, our team at Fiesta Homes can help you find a manufactured home that exceeds the expectations of you and your loved ones. We offer a variety of layouts and floor plans to best accommodate your needs, and we can even provide guidance on financing. Learn more by contacting us today or call 575-525-4680 to speak with a friendly representative.