Lighting Updates With EcoSmart Bulbs From The Home Depot

This post is sponsored by The Home Depot.

The amount of light and the quality of light in a space will greatly impact how that space is used or if it is used at all. I recently partnered with Home Depot to update the lighting in our guest bedroom and living room with their EcoSmart bulbs. These EcoSmart bulbs are exclusively available at The Home Depot.

 After being home for over a year due to the Pandemic and working from home, I really took note of the quality of light in our spaces especially since a couple of our spaces were now serving double duty.   Lighting element in decorating is just as important as choosing one’s furniture. Light’s basic function is to be utilitarian. For utilitarian purposes, lighting can be broken down into these 3 categories; general illumination, local lighting, and accent lighting. When thinking of general illumination, this usually is about the total light available in a room. It must be sufficient to ensure safety of movement and should be of a high enough level for simple tasks. Local lighting is usually provided by table lamps and tends to raise the level of overall illumination. Accent lighting tends to focus on a specific need for e.g. spotlighting a favorite piece of art.

Before pic of soft white light bulbs

Pic showing the difference between the soft white and daylight bulbs

Pic showing the EcoSmart daylight bulbs installed

Improving lighting is very much linked to the type of light bulb you choose. In our guest bedroom, I noticed that a couple of the existing bulbs had darkened with age which was more than likely reducing the light output so it was time to switch them out, plus since an area in the room was now being used for virtual school, I wanted to try the Daylight bulbs. I went to Home Depot and bought the EcoSmart ST19 Dimmable Clear Glass Filament Vintage Edison LED Light Bulb Daylight as replacements. Each bulb is 40 watts but there are 15 bulbs total in this light fixture so combined, they are nice and bright. I love that they are also dimmable.

Quick tip: An accumulation of dust will also affect lighting efficiency, so bulbs should be wiped down occasionally with a damp cloth, HOWEVER, ONLY after they have been removed from the lamp.

In addition to the ceiling light, the bedside table bulbs were also updated. I updated those bulbs with the EcoSmart 60 Watt Replacement A19 Dimmable LED Light Soft White. The Ecosmart LED light bulb is said to  represent a huge cost savings to the consumer, both in terms of the reduced use of electricity coupled with savings on replacement costs versus traditional bulbs.

I updated these bulbs in the living room with the EcoSmart 65 W Replacement-Soft White Dimmable

According to the Environmental Protection Agency’s Energy Star site, if every American home replaced just one light bulb with a bulb bearing the Energy Star label, we would save enough energy to light 3 million homes for a year, save roughly $600 million in annual energy costs, and prevent 9 billion pounds of greenhouse gas emissions, equivalent to those from about 800,000 cars.

Choosing EcoSmart Light Bulbs from The Home Depot is a great way to reduce your environmental footprint as they have

*Energy efficient star rating with lower pricing and higher quality

*Lots of design options as in a variety of base options, colors, etc.

*Innovative features like motion sensors and being wet and damp rated

I love the efficiency they bring to the spaces too! xx

*Although this post is sponsored by The Home Depot, all opinions are my own. 

Getting Creative for the Holidays With Catamount TwistTail Cable Ties.

This post is sponsored by The Home Depot.

I enjoy finding creative ways to use simple items. I never thought I would be writing a post about cable ties but these are no ordinary cable ties. I've used cable ties in the past and it can be so frustrating to cut them even with scissors.  The ones I showcase today are the Catamount TwistTail Cable Ties available at Home Depot. They are breakable so no struggling to cut them with scissors!

First up: How to Layer Your Garland

I like the look of a full garland with a pop of color. In the image above, it shows the steps using the cable ties. I first doubled the 20ft Noble Fir artificial garland so it would fit on the mantel and then layered it with light green tea leaves garland. They were held in place with the Catamount TwistTail Cable Ties. All it takes is a simple twist of the cable ties to break off the excess piece.

To add some color pop against the greenery, I added some purple shatter resistant ornaments  held in place with these ornament hooks. I also added the same ornaments in a variety of colors to an apothecary jar that I placed on the mantel. I love the full look of the garland and the variation of greenery.

The cable ties are camouflaged by the greenery and the completed look is festive and party ready! 

Prevent Accidents with The Christmas Tree

After putting up this 7.5 ft color changing tree from Martha Stewart, I added more of the gold, purple, red, and blue ornaments. The opening of the Martha Stewart glass tree topper was too small to fit on the tree, so I kept it in place with a Catamount cable tie. 

Dress up Your Tablescape

I borrowed some pinecones and berries from this wreath, added some greenery, then placed it all atop a white napkin. I used the black cable ties to hold everything together. I broke off the excess and i ended up with a stylish and festive accessory for my place settings. 

Simple and elegant!

There are a number of other Merry diys  that I plan on creating using these cable ties; both indoor and outdoor. I really love their ease of use. Have a great weekend everyone! xx

This post was sponsored by The Home Depot, but the views and opinions expressed are my own.

Home Depot Patio Style Challenge Reveal!

We've been enjoying the space for weeks and today the reveal is finally live over at the Home Depot blog where you'll see before shots and get details on the process. But let's take a peek at some more after pics. Click images for larger view.

the hubby made that potting bench

The boys have really been enjoying playing in their diy sandbox on wheels on the new patio!  For all the project and diy details,  check out my post on Home Depot.  Have a great weekend everyone! xx


images by me and Lea Hartman Photography

Home Depot Patio Style Challenge Inspiration.

I received an invitation to participate in the Home Depot Patio Style Challenge and I am super excited! Unfortunately it has been too cold or raining to get out there and start. Nonetheless, I have been gathering inspiration and praying for warmer temps...

I would love to extend our patio for more entertaining space and I love the pavers used here. 

i love the cluster of flowers in terra cotta pots and that pergola design is amazing!

pretty colors

lights above always add sparkle

i love the cocoon like feel here with the all the pretty flowers and the cozy furniture

love the greenscape on the wall

this patio's design and stone work is so fab!

Stay tuned everyone! xx

images via google