The last thing any homeowner wants is an ugly lawn standing out like a sore thumb in the front or backyard. It’s rather unfortunate some of the components that complete a home usually end up distorting it. For example, drainage pipes and ditches that divert water from the foundations of a house usually end up making it look unsightly and mar … [Read more...]
6 Simple DIY Toy Storage Solutions
Dr. Kim John Payne, M. ED of Simplicity Parenting said, ‘An avalanche of toys invites emotional disconnect and a sense of overwhelm.’ And he was right. The last thing most parents want to deal with at the end of a busy day is heaps of toys strewn all over the living room floor, as well as your other chores. Apart from littering the whole … [Read more...]
Design Considerations for Decorating Your New Home
Each year, over 5 million homes are sold in the United States. If you are tired of renting and want something of your own, now is the time to make a move. With the help of a real estate professional, finding a residence that is both affordable and appealing will be easy. Once you have purchased your home, hiring professionals like the ones at … [Read more...]
12 Vintage Decorations for the Fourth of July
"I'm proud to be an American!" Share your pride this Fourth of July with colorful and patriotic decorations. We'll stick with the traditional red, white, and blue, except these items have a vintage flare! These faded tones and old-fashioned fun are sure to make you fall in love! 1 Vintage Patriotic Canisters Old cans, jars, and gift packages can … [Read more...]
Design Idea – Boldly Patterned Rugs
Rugs can really make a room. While they shouldn't be the final piece of the decorating puzzle - instead, the room should be designed around them and the window treatments - they can really add another dimension to the finished space. Most rugs come in neutral colors that match just about any room, but there are some brightly colored and boldly … [Read more...]
Wooden Shutter Wall Decor
Do you have large walls with blank spaces and a modern farmhouse decor? Then these barn door shutters may help fill that large wall area and ad aesthetic appeal. Michelle from the Painted Hinge shares with us her instructions on how she took old fencing and constructed these beautiful shutters. The trick to getting them to look weathered was … [Read more...]
Sunroom Decorating Ideas
During this chilly time of year, there's nothing quite like looking forward to nice, warm temperatures enjoyed from a comfortable seat in a well-decorated sunroom. The sunrooms shown here all have a few things in common, from comfortable seating to magnificent views of nature. Maybe you'll feel inspired to redecorate your sunroom before the weather … [Read more...]
Holiday Star Ornament Display
If you are a fan of homemade decorations this project from Michelle at A Crafty Mix will have you gathering materials before you even finish reading her article. It is made from simple items like cardboard, lights, and ornaments, that will be sure to add a warm rich glow to your holiday decor. Michelle provides a detailed list of … [Read more...]
Timeless Design Fireplace
A fireplace makes a fine focal point in every room. If the fire can still work, there is nothing better than to curl up in front of a crackling fire on a cold winter evening. Layla from The Lettered Cottage had a fireplace that was off center and outdated. With some basic materials and hand tools, they set to giving the fireplace a presence … [Read more...]
Pallet Wood Christmas Centerpiece
Do you have leftover pallet wood in small pieces and have no idea what to do with them? This Christmas centerpiece box will put those pallet pieces to good use. The best part is that this will make a lovely hostess gift around the holidays and put a smile on the face of the lucky recipient. With step by step instructions, Ananda from A Piece of … [Read more...]
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