No, I don't have a giveaway going today. Today's topic is "stair runners." I know, so exciting. This week I'm covering some dreams & aspirations of mine concerning houses. Monday was dream kitchens, Tuesday was killer pool houses, and today is fabulous foyers & staircases.
{Our only stairs lead to the attic, & to our basement, don't think we'll be creating any of these looks anytime soon!}
From Metropolitan Home magazine. This is a little formal for my taste.
via the red chair blog.
Seagrass seems to be the safest option.
I also like the painted stair treads & risers.
made by girl blog via decorpad
This shows seagrass in a more formal house. I like how it contrasts with the dark wood floors.
I think the fawn print from eddie ross is fun & different! One of my many magazines has a room with a fawn rug, & I really like it. Also, it works with the wood treads. If I had a new house tomorrow with a staircase like this, I would be hesitant to paint the entire steps. The runner would allow for changes without hurting or changing the stairs. 
This is a bright colored sisal. Or should I say "coloured," from Canadian House & Home.
I love this bold look, but would be much too scared to commit to something like this. Charles doesn't like to do things twice, but when it comes to decorating, I like to keep my options open...
I've had this picture saved for a long time. It was in my "skirted console tables" file. I like the neutral walls & seagrass rugs paired with the pop of coral & zebra.
I know this photo has made it's way around blogtown, but I'm sorry, can't remember the source.
What's next, maybe powder rooms? We'll see....
