My grandmother is a horticulturalist, and she (along with my grandpa) owned greenhouses for many years. They have amazing gardens and the plants in their home always look good. I, unfortunately, believe that this green-thumb gene skipped me. I seem to forget that I have houseplants, which has resulted in the demise of so many… Continue Reading… Continue Reading
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Turn Your Old Entertainment Center Into a (Play) Kitchen
A friend posted this picture on Facebook, and I couldn’t resist sharing this great idea. Because television sizes and orientation have changed so much over the past several years (from square screens to widescreens), I see old entertainment cabinets in thrift shops, curbs, garage sales and “for sale” lists all the time. No one has a… Continue Reading… Continue Reading
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Before and After: Exterior Home Updates
I have many years of experience in new construction projects, which have me selecting exterior finishes for all the homes I work on. A client who hired me several years ago to help her with the interior of her home several years ago, recently asked my advice for the update of the exterior of her… Continue Reading… Continue Reading
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Sherwin Williams Spring Paint Sale – April 20-23, 2012
Get ready to paint! Sherwin Williams is offering their very best deal on paint and supplies for 4 days only. Pin It… Continue Reading
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Design Dialogue – April 19, 2012
Hello, everyone! Welcome to the weekly Design Dialogue! Pin It… Continue Reading
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Custom Fabric – Designed by You
Have you ever struggled to find just the right fabric for a home decor project you had in mind? Even with so many fabrics available today, it seems that sometimes the pattern, scale or colors are just not right. Now you have another option – custom fabric! Pin It… Continue Reading
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Great Deals on Home Design Mags
Magazines are often a great source of inspiration when you have a home decorating or remodeling project coming up. Not only are they heavy on photography, but they also tend to feature projects and products that showcase the latest design trends. Pin It… Continue Reading
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Before and After: Treating Challenging Windows
So many homes today feature fantastic windows – tall, arched or angled. However, all that gorgeous glass often needs a finishing touch, and today’s shaped windows can make designing window treatments a challenge. Pin It… Continue Reading
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BOGO – Sherwin Williams Paint Samples
It’s National Painting Week! In honor of the occasion, Sherwin Williams is offering a Buy One, Get One Free coupon for their Paint to Go sample pots! Pin It… Continue Reading
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100 Years Later: Titanic Design
As I’m sure you are all aware, it was just over 100 years ago that Titanic set sail from England on its ill-fated maiden voyage to New York. I’ve always been fascinated by the stories from the survivors of the great ship. And, the photos of the ship’s interior, are always so much fun to… Continue Reading… Continue Reading
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