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Before & After: Time Out Chair
A coat of paint and some scrapbook paper transformed a drab chair into a “Time Out” chair too cute to use… Pin It… Continue Reading
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Design and Color Trend: Vintage
Repurposed, refinished and vintage furniture and home decor has been popular for the past several years. In part, this trend was driven by the sad state of the economy, with homeowners wanting to save money wherever possible. Another reason for the trend was the green movement, which encourages us to reduce waste and reuse what… Continue Reading… Continue Reading
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What is Tambour?
I’m fairly confident that most of you actually know what tambour is, but you may not realize it. Read on to find out what it is, and why you may – or may not – want it in your home. Pin It… Continue Reading
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What is Millwork?
If you’ve ever built a house or taken on a major remodeling project, the term “millwork” was probably thrown around by your contractor. I often hear from homeowners who are confused about what “millwork” actually is. So, I’ll let you in on the meaning of this design and construction term… Pin It… Continue Reading
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What Color Should I Paint My Front Door?
If your household, like most, rarely uses the front door, you may not even think about how it looks from the street. But, your front door is an important part of your home’s curb appeal. Giving it a new look can instantly freshen up your home, becoming a welcoming focal point for guests. Pin It… Continue Reading
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Guest Post: Energy-Efficient Lighting in Today’s Home
Lighting is so important to both the function and the feel of a home. Today’s guest post by Ross Donald features some great tips for choosing the best lighting for both energy-efficiency and cost-savings. Pin It… Continue Reading
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More Kitchen Outlet Options
About a month ago, I wrote an article about different ways you can camouflage the various electrical outlets and switches that need to be installed in your kitchen backsplash and island. Since then, I found another couple of products that I thought I’d share with you… Pin It… Continue Reading
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What is Upcycled Home Decor?
With the popularity of the green design movement, the term “upcycled” is often used in decorating circles. Unfortunately, it is often used incorrectly. So, what does it mean, exactly? Read on to find out… Pin It… Continue Reading
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Guest Post: Tips for Creating Space in a Small Home
Today’s guest post comes to us from interior designer Chris Stanbridge, who shares with us some tips for adding space to a tiny home or apartment. You don’t need to give up function and beauty simply because your spaces are small. Read on for some ways to have it all in your small home… Pin… Continue Reading… Continue Reading
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