Kelly Welton
School
Massachusetts College Of Art, University At Albany
Expertise
Gorgeous Interiors On A Budget, Gallery Walls, Color Theory
- Kelly has worked in the home décor industry as a stylist, merchandiser, buyer, and blogger. She regularly attended the world's largest furniture market.
- Educated in studio arts, Kelly has an in-depth understanding of the functions of color, pattern, balance, and composition in design.
- Kelly is a multi-hyphenate creative, devoted to finding and making beauty within the everyday.
Experience
Kelly writes about interior design, cooking, and lifestyle trends. She has additional experience as a window display designer, content creator, and copywriter. As an artist, she has an innate understanding of color, pattern, and composition. Kelly is also a published poet and a fan of short story podcasts. In her free time, if she's not cooking, reading, or knitting, you might find her at the museum.
Education
Kelly is a mixed media artist with a Bachelor of Arts degree. Her work focuses on portraits, botanicals, and interior spaces.
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Stories By Kelly Welton
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We're here to offer a menu of tips for your dining room rug selection -- like choosing the right size and shape for your gorgeous dining room.
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Designer John Robshaw discussed his colorful design inspirations and his new décor collection in collaboration with Crate & Kids.
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With workers spending up to 75% of their waking hours sitting down, comfort is indeed essential. Here are our recommendations for inexpensive desk chairs.
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Coral is a vibrant, charming, and ambiguous color, but not for everyone to include in their home decor. Still, here are 5 subtle or bold ways to incorporate it.
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For something that feels pleasing and reflects your aesthetic, bookshelves can't be stuffed with titles or items without consideration of appearance.
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Once thought girly, the pink sunset and shell hues are genderless, belonging to everyone. Here are 20 pink rooms to use as inspiration for your next paint job.
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Velvet is an exceedingly versatile material harmonious with different fabrics. So, here are 5 stylish ways to incorporate the fabric into your home decor.
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Wicker, a style of weaving that dates back further than any other type of furniture-making method, has been around for a while. Will it ever go out of style?
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Though it can be a substantial upfront investment, clear storage containers for the pantry can help you save space, time, and money. Here's how.
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Brass finishes were a staple of home décor during the glittering 1970s and the 1980s, but are they back in style? Here's everything you need to know.
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Craftsman style creates a relaxing, spa-like effect in the bathroom, providing a stage for a lovely design. Here are 15 ways to add this vibe to your bathroom.
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The change of seasons and the onset of autumn tend to get people in the mood for cozy decor. We wanted to know what's your absolute favorite.
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There are degrees to yellow's vibrancy, but no matter its hue, it's bound to awe guests. See the paint colors to make your bold couch even more stunning.
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Yes indeed, Brigette Romanek's vibrant style can become a feature throughout your own home. We're breaking down her inspired eclecticism to show you how!
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Both retailers offer everything for the home, including bathroom sinks, but where should you start if you're looking for the best bang for your buck?
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Designer Jonathan Rachman shared which interior design rules he doesn't mind ignoring as well as the one rule he recommends that you never break.
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If you've ever found yourself engulfed in articles about Danish hygge and Japanese ikigai, it's time to learn more about the art of slow living.
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Two-tone walls are the new accent wall -- a way to enhance a room a step beyond a single color of paint. Here's how to incorporate them into your home.
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A developing bathroom remodeling trend, particularly in upscale properties, is a wet room. Here's why you should consider one for your next remodel.
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Let's get the details of Tarek El Moussa's single solo "Flip or Flop" project -- and more importantly, find out how much profit his reno made in the process.
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It would be unfortunate to lose the punch of a gorgeous piece of artwork by hanging it against the wrong backdrop. Here's what one color expert does.
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Christina Hall is known for her clean aesthetic that incorporates equal parts glam and California boho style. Here are her top budget-friendly home decor finds.
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We hone in on some of the most recognizable and appreciated elements of country kitchen design and offer tips for how to use them in your home.
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The comedian and author's home boasts chic yet comfortable stylings that welcome in guests and make sure the party keeps rolling late into the night.
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We've seen David Bromstad flex his color-infused interior design skills in all kinds of rooms, but this is his absolute favorite thing to decorate.
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A stalwart in decorating for their function and form, wall sconces have always been a mainstay of interior design, and they continue to be appealing.
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Not every episode of "Flip or Flop" was a dream; high costs, low square footage, and lowball offers are just a few of the problems that plagued the remodels.