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Design Dialogue – December 13, 2012

Design Dialogue – December 13, 2012

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Silk Leaf Trees:  Upcycled Winter Decor

Silk Leaf Trees: Upcycled Winter Decor

Any interior designer will tell you that fake plants are not the fastest way to a gorgeous home decor.  While they do have their place (mostly offices and other commercial spaces), and there are some gorgeous faux flowers out there, most of the time I’d rather not see fake plants used in home decorating.  IfContinue ReadingContinue Reading

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Should I Install My TV Over My Fireplace?

Should I Install My TV Over My Fireplace?

With the introduction of flat screen televisions, the traditional entertainment center is slowly becoming a thing of the past.  These sleek screens are now commonly being installed directly to the wall, eliminating the need for bulky cabinets and TV stands.  And, many folks have opted to mount their TVs directly over their fireplaces. While thisContinue ReadingContinue Reading

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Pros and Cons of Sliding Panel Window Treatments

Pros and Cons of Sliding Panel Window Treatments

Patio doors, as many of you have found out, are ever the challenge to cover.  Whether sliding patio doors or swinging French doors, window treatments can be a challenge on these expansive glass doors.  And, wall-to-wall windows are equally challenging; what do you use to cover them?  Read on to learn about another option createdContinue ReadingContinue Reading

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Guest Post:  The Most Sought-After Antiques of 2012

Guest Post: The Most Sought-After Antiques of 2012

Today’s guest post comes to us from antiques expert Christian Davies.  Read on to learn about today’s most popular antiques, and how you can use them in your home decor. Pin ItContinue Reading

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Easy Personalized Christmas Stockings

Easy Personalized Christmas Stockings

Christmas stockings are a family tradition.  My mom quilted beautiful stockings for my sisters and I when we were little, and she still hangs them up each Christmas.  But, unfortunately, I haven’t had enough time to create handmade stockings for my family; so, I decided I would make use of the resources around me toContinue ReadingContinue Reading

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Design Dialogue – December 6, 2012

Design Dialogue – December 6, 2012

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Bells and Whistles:  Inserts To Make Your Old Kitchen Cabinets More Efficient

Bells and Whistles: Inserts To Make Your Old Kitchen Cabinets More Efficient

If your kitchen is no longer working for you, a major remodeling project may be in your future.  However, there are much less expensive (and less messy!) ways to make your kitchen more efficient and functional. Pin ItContinue Reading

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What Is a Railroaded Fabric?

What Is a Railroaded Fabric?

Did you know that home decor fabrics can be made in either a standard layout or railroaded?  Read on to find out what that means, and how it could affect your next decorating project… Pin ItContinue Reading

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