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Guest Post:  Tips for Creating Space in a Small Home

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… PinContinue ReadingContinue Reading

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Guest Post:  How to Ensure Safe Delivery of Furniture and Antiques

Guest Post: How to Ensure Safe Delivery of Furniture and Antiques

In today’s guest post, learn about two different ways you can ship furniture locally or across the country safely.  Shipping can be a daunting prospect for many folks; read on for some great tips on keeping your precious cargo safe along its journey… Pin ItContinue Reading

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Coffee Table or Ottoman:  How To Choose

Coffee Table or Ottoman: How To Choose

In traditional living rooms, a coffee table (sometimes known as a cocktail table) was a standard item.  After all, gentlemen and ladies did not put their feet on the furniture, and everyone needed a place to put their coffee cup (or martini glass) while visiting with friends.  Today, our homes have changed.  Formal spaces haveContinue ReadingContinue Reading

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Light a Room for Function and Beauty

Light a Room for Function and Beauty

I am fortunate enough to be a guest blogger for Hooker Furniture, and my latest article has been posted. Pin ItContinue Reading

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6 Ways To Use Wallpaper That Don’t Involve Walls

6 Ways To Use Wallpaper That Don’t Involve Walls

There are some amazing and gorgeous wallpapers available right now, but so many folks are afraid to install them…too many bad memories of wallpaper removal!  Can’t say that I blame them.  In honor of all the wallpaper I have removed from the walls of my home over the past several years, I thought it onlyContinue ReadingContinue Reading

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Does My Furniture Have to Match?

Does My Furniture Have to Match?

When folks shop for furniture, they often get overwhelmed by the sheer volume of options available today.  Walk into any furniture store and you’ll see what I mean! Unfortunately, some stores lead you to believe that you should be buying a matching “furniture suite.”  I disagree. Pin ItContinue Reading

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Guest Post:  Protecting Your Antiques & Creating Unique Tables With Glass

Guest Post: Protecting Your Antiques & Creating Unique Tables With Glass

A simple sheet of glass can not only protect your valuable antique furniture, but it can also help you create a new piece of furniture from a previously unusable item.  In this week’s guest post, learn how you can use glass in your home to create something beautiful. Pin ItContinue Reading

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Create a Cozy Reading Nook for Fall

Create a Cozy Reading Nook for Fall

Crisp fall days and nights are perfect for curling up with a good book and a hot cup of coffee.  An empty corner in your home could become a cozy reading nook.. Pin ItContinue Reading

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West Elm Flash Seating Sale – October 2012

West Elm Flash Seating Sale – October 2012

If you are in the market for new seating, take a hop over to West Elm for their Flash Sale… Pin ItContinue Reading

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Before and After:  Desk Transformation

Before and After: Desk Transformation

I love to bring new life to old furniture.  Not only is it possible to get a great-quality piece for a song if it’s not in the best condition, but it’s also possible to create just exactly the right piece for your space – without endless shopping for the perfect pre-made look.  Check out oneContinue ReadingContinue Reading

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