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Design Trend:  Quilted

Design Trend: Quilted

Quilted home decor has shown up in a big way this year.  In addition to more traditional quilts and blankets, the quilted look is now found on everything from tile to furniture.  Take a peek at some of the latest quilted home decor options… Pin ItContinue Reading

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Thinking of Remodeling?  Some Things You May Want to Consider

Thinking of Remodeling? Some Things You May Want to Consider

With the arrival of spring comes the desire to remodel and redecorate our homes.  Why?  I’m not sure…probably has something to do with the fact that many of us have been staring at our walls all winter and need a change.  That, and tax refunds.  🙂  But, is that remodeling project you are considering worthContinue ReadingContinue Reading

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Guest Post:  5 Trendy Home Decor Styles For 2013

Guest Post: 5 Trendy Home Decor Styles For 2013

Today’s guest post comes to us from Chris Stanbridge, who offers an overview of 5 popular home design styles for 2013.  While you may not want to redecorate your home to accommodate the latest trend, I think you’ll find that these styles are very adaptable to your current decor; just a few key changes, andContinue ReadingContinue Reading

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Guest Post:  Ideas For an Unused Attic or Loft Space

Guest Post: Ideas For an Unused Attic or Loft Space

Today’s guest post comes to us from Jane Wooley.  She offers several options for that unused attic or loft space in your home; why let it go unused when you can create a usable, efficient living space in your home?  Sometimes, simply adding dormers or skylights turns a dingy attic into something light, bright andContinue ReadingContinue Reading

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Don’t Forget the Ceiling:  Options for Gorgeous Ceiling Treatments

Don’t Forget the Ceiling: Options for Gorgeous Ceiling Treatments

In an effort to follow-up on yesterday’s article about ceiling colors, I thought this would be a great time to post some inspiration for fabulous ceiling treatments.  Not only can you paint your ceiling a color other than white, but you can also add other design elements to the ceiling.  Take a look at justContinue ReadingContinue Reading

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Should I Paint My Ceiling White?

Should I Paint My Ceiling White?

Ceilings are the oft-forgotten piece of many home design projects. While there are many ways to spruce up a ceiling, the most recent trend has been to simply paint it something other than white.  But, is that a good idea?  Read on for some tips to help you decide what will be best in yourContinue ReadingContinue Reading

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Vintage Door Upcycle Art

Vintage Door Upcycle Art

Wall art can be an expensive purchase for any redecorating project.  If you have a large wall to fill, the price tag can go up even more!  Luckily, you can create your own large-scale wall art very inexpensively – even if you are not-so-artsy. Pin ItContinue Reading

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What is Top-Down/Bottom-Up?

What is Top-Down/Bottom-Up?

You may have heard the term “top-down/bottom-up” if you’ve shopped for new window treatments recently.  This is a straightforward and versatile feature you may want to consider for at least some of the windows in your home. Pin ItContinue Reading

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Pros and Cons of Sheer Window Shadings

Pros and Cons of Sheer Window Shadings

Sheer window shadings have been on the market for decades, and they continue to be one of the most popular options for window treatments in the home.  This is with good reason, since sheer shadings are also one of the most versatile products on the market. Pin ItContinue Reading

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Pocket Doors:  Yay or Nay?

Pocket Doors: Yay or Nay?

For some reason, I have talked with many people over the years who have very strong negative feelings about pocket doors.  Just today I was talking with a contractor who HATES pocket doors.  Who knew that something as basic as a pocket door could stir up such feelings of hatred? Pin ItContinue Reading

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