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Cheap and Adorable Do-It-Yourself Napkin Rings
DIY napkin rings are perfect for your kitchen table or dining room. You can create fun and gorgeous napkin rings for special occasions, dinner parties, weeknight meals or Sunday family dinners.
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How to Get Burn Marks Out of Carpet
Professional carpet repair can be expensive. With a little patience, you can fix the burn damage to do-it-yourself. Here are the best tips that are convenient and effective.
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Best Ideas for Picking Exterior House Colors
Help you find the perfect colors for your house next painting project. You need to discover the new color palettes.
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5 Genius Ways to Recycle Old Furniture With Paint
If your vintage wood furniture looks worn, you might want a new look. Try recycling by painting it.
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So You Want to Be an Interior Designer
Consider a career path as an interior designer. After you graduate it's important to find an entry-level role at a local design firm.
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Choosing a Kickin' Kitchen Range Hood
Kitchen vent hood designs are becoming much more trendy these days.
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6 Steps to Keep Flowers Fresh Longer
Flowers are perfect for special occasions. Those lovely bouquets won't last forever, but these are great tips to keep them lasting longer—so you can enjoy them for at least a week or so.
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4 Fantastic Ways to Repurpose Old Soda Crates
It is fun to recycle vintage soda crates. This is such a neat reminder of past times that is filled with simple fun and use for storage decor!
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Crafty Ideas for Dazzling Handmade Paper Lanterns
Create paper lanterns to place around your house and outside for holiday seasons and celebrations. Paper lanterns are fun for the family and easy to make. They're multifaceted for decorating for your home or party.
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Wallpaper vs. Paint: Which Is Better for You?
When choosing wallpaper or paint, you need to select the best choice for your room. We're providing the two options so you can decide which one you like better.
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Easy, Cheap and Chic Living Room Design Tricks
Are you looking to add style to your living room on a small budget? Take a look at these great easy affordable and super chic ideas!
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13 Things Around Your House You Most Likely Forget to Clean
You might think your house is spotless, but most people forget to clean some things. Here are 13 places you need to clean up.
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Tips on Framing Your Artwork
If you prefer to display any type of art including family memories, posters or paintings, selecting the perfect picture frames are extremely important. Here are great ways to elevate your favorite artwork.
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Decorating an Old World Style Home Office
When redecorating your office, consider influences from the old world. If you love color, texture and history why not update your bland workspace by taking cues from classic and time-honored European decor?
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Ideas for an Open Concept Kitchen
Rethink an entire open plan and provide the kitchen flow. Regardless of your style, a good reworked kitchen layout is essential.
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Interior Wall Texture Finishes
If you’re thinking about remodeling, why not consider choosing a wall texture to give a room a different style. There are a number of variety wall textures that can create a beautiful tactile appearance.
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Preparing Your Garden for Fall
While early fall soil is still warm and workable it's time to clear weeds and dead plants from your summer garden. Get ready to prepare for cold weather by covering the perennials with mulch and bringing some of the sensitive plants inside.
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9 Quick Ideas for Creating Timeless Rooms
Using timeless furnishings is pleasurable for many of us who love to adorn our homes. Classic home designs still feel fresh and the look will last for years. Here are 9 tips that will help you create enduring decor.
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How to Plan for Your Ideal Pool
If you’ve been wanting an inground pool, why not create a design and plan for your own oasis to keep you cool as the temperatures heat up. Here are a number of pool ideas including new features of emerging trends.
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Common Outdoor Lighting Mistakes and How to Avoid Them
Delightful outdoor lighting heightens safety and the enjoyment with your family and friends. Follow these tips to help you illuminate your flawless landscape.
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Decorating Your Dorm Room on the Cheap
Here are some inexpensive decorating tips to make your college dorm room look more like your comforting bedroom and less than a boring box.
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11 Essential Tools to Create Beautiful Bonsai
As a novice bonsai gardener it is best to start with basic tools that will do the job. As you become more proficient you need to invest in essential tools for precise bonsai design.
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Tips for Creating an Awesome Outdoor Kitchen
An outdoor kitchen helps to extend your living and entertaining space. Follow these great ideas so you can create the best outdoor kitchen in your neighborhood!
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5 Fantastic Summer Decorating Tips
In anticipation of warmer weather, give your house a mini-makeover with a few creative decorating tips. You can easily transform your rooms from comfy cozy to bright and airy in as little as a weekend!
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Your Bedroom Needs These 12 Essentials Now
If you're not pleased with your bedroom there's a way to add essentials to make it into a beautiful sanctuary. Here are 12 simple, stylish and affordable ideas to transform your master bedroom into the haven you deserve.
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Secrets to Creating a Picture-Perfect Flower Bed
Cultivating flowers is a great pastime. Enjoying colorful blooms and sweet fragrances provide a beautiful landscape. Here’s how to get started to create your very own picture-perfect flower bed.
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Ideas for Decorating Glass Cabinets in the Kitchen
These glass-front cabinet ideas are fun projects that create stylish appeal and a distinctive design for your kitchen.
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Down and Dirty Spring Cleaning Tips
Your grandmother does it, so does your mom and chances are you do it too. Spring cleaning is a time-honored, housekeeping tradition.
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Understanding Different Curtain Rod Styles
Find the perfect curtain rod that will look best with your window openings, curtains and the room's decor.
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Best Ways to Clean Upholstered Furniture
If your upholstered furniture pieces are dusty, dirty and have a few stains it’s time to give them a brand new look. Here are some great tips for cleaning fabric and leather furniture.
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6 Easiest and Tastiest Herbs to Grow
If you want to cultivate a container herb garden purchase small plants or start from seeds from your local nursery or home improvement center. You'll have fun growing and harvesting aromatic herbs for your favorite recipes.
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Stylish Shade Ideas for Your Patio
Your patio isn’t necessarily a place you want to soak up the sun. Instead, it should be a pleasant spot to spend time reading a book, enjoying a nap or entertaining guests. You can stay out of the UV rays with a number of ways to shade your outdoor space.
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How to Set Your Dinner Table for Any Occasion
Whether you’re throwing a fancy formal dinner party, inviting your friends for a casual gathering, or preparing an everyday family meal, why not put together a pleasant table setting for your guests?
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Top Flower Picks for a Summer Cutting Garden
You don’t need to go out and spend money on bouquets. Plant a fragrant garden bed to grow your own flower cuttings.
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Tips for Successfully Refinishing Kitchen Cabinets
Purchasing new kitchen cabinets can be a big expense. Instead give them an updated look with these DIY refinishing tips.
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Mastering Basic Topiary Techniques
Find out about the supplies, tools, plants, techniques and challenges to create your own topiary.
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Different Types of Silk Curtains
Different types of silk curtains have a number of benefits. The characteristics of silk fabrics are desirable due to their elegant appearance, delicate textures, various weights and durability.
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How to Keep Your Tile Floors Sparkling Clean
Maintain your tile floors with a few smart and simple cleaning tips that will keep the tiles and grout looking sparkling brand new.
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Super Easy Summer Decorating Ideas
It’s time to think about your home decor moving from winter into spring and summer. Lighten up for the warm months with these carefree summer decor ideas and sunny colors.
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Mixing Design Styles Like the Pros
Mixing decor styles takes a variety of periods and styles and merges them through the use of color, texture, shape and finish.
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Top 10 Decorating Ideas
Take a look at these great decorating tips. They’ll give you design inspiration and help you transform your home.
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Brilliant Bathroom Lighting Ideas
All too often bathroom lighting isn’t really on the top of the priority list. Bathrooms have become larger and more elaborate so it’s important to add proper lighting to make the most of the space.
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Adding Pizzazz to Your Room with Stripes
Painting a room can create a fresh look but adding stripes on the wall can kick it up a notch. Here are a few different ways to stripe your room.
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7 Country Interior Design Styles
Country style is a throwback to simpler times and features the best of both worlds like modern conveniences along with homespun charm. Incorporate country style for an enduring look that is anything but old-fashioned.
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Tips for Creating an Unforgettable Gallery Wall
We are here to help create your very own gallery wall. Check out these tips and simple steps to bring your style and personality into any room in the house.
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Essential Spring Prep for a Glorious Garden
Preparing your garden this spring will make your job a lot easier and result in bumper crop of glorious color and veggies for months to come.
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Creating a Cool Bedroom for Your Teen
Are you looking for ideas to create your teen's bedroom? Here's plenty of inspiration for decorating a teenager's room that they'll totally fall in love with.
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Adding Old World Style to Your Home
The hallmark of this design is a blend of formality, warmth and the atmosphere of a classic manor house. Old world style offers something for everyone with design elements that add traditional European flair to your home.
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How to Make a Big Design Statement on Your Walls
If you have a large expanse of wall to fill, check out these distinctive wall ideas that will add creativity and color to your room.
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5 Ways to Enrich Your Garden Soil
Get your flower and vegetable garden off to a beneficial start with natural soil amendments. Keep your soil healthy and you’ll create a productive and quality bumper crop.
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Make the Most of Your Small Outdoor Space
Even if you are stuck with a small balcony, deck, or patio you can create a stylish arrangement with outdoor furniture.
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Spring Cleaning Boot Camp
Here are some great ideas to help tidy up, spruce up and get your house ready for a deep clean this spring or any time of year.
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Ideas for Styling Your Ottoman Tray
Styling something relatively small like an ottoman tray can be quite daunting. We’ll show you how to make a simply pleasing arrangement using a chic ottoman, tray and decorative accessories.
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Home Decorating for Beginners
Learn the basics of home decorating including furniture, accessories and your very own decorating style.
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Simple Ways to Beautify Your Old Sofa
Here’s an easy way to give your old sofa an upscale look. Try a few of these simple stylish ideas.
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Embrace Global Design to Enhance Your Home
Consider incorporating one of these exotic chic designs to give your home a trendy and fresh appearance.
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How to Plan Your Room Layout
We’ll help you plan a room layout with some easy and fun ways to make the best use of your space.
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Bookshelf Styling Tips From the Experts
A simple basic bookshelf can get a chic makeover using a combination of decorative accessories, books and useful items. We'll show you how to style your bookshelves from top to bottom.
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10 Ways to Add Interest to a Room With Texture
Decorating with texture? Here’s a designer secret that will take your room to the next level. The element of texture adds interest and completes a space.
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Modern Interior Design Styles
Modern design was the ultimate creation for urban lifestyle. They give a nod to deco, Bauhaus, industrial and mid-century influences. These popular modern styles are timeless.
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10 Special Houseplants That Require a Green Thumb
Here’s how to keep these 10 houseplants healthy and happy.
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Inexpensive Decorating Tricks to Make Any Room in Your House Look Great
Great decorating doesn’t cost a fortune. You may not have to spend a dime. Check out these inexpensive decorating ideas to give your house a whole new look.
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Turn an Ordinary Outdoor Shed Into the Ultimate She Shed
A common outdoor shed can be turned into your very own sanctuary for gardening, relaxing, crafting, and entertaining.
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Fun and Fresh Uses for Reclaimed Wood in Your House
Reclaimed wood might take a bit more time and effort to source than that boring lumber from the home improvement center. But nothing really compares to the unique character, texture, and warmth of reclaimed wood.
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Traditional Design Style in Home Furnishings and Accessories
Traditional decorating depends on quintessential furniture pieces, symmetrical arrangements, and a rich color palette. Find out how simple, classic elements give your home a traditional look without appearing totally outdated.
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Arts and Crafts Styles and Design Elements
Arts and Crafts style was based on simple design, natural materials and handmade artisanship. It was a reactionary response against the industrial excesses during the Victorian Era.
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How to Curate and Collect Awesome Art for Your Home
If you're not a professional gallery owner or art historian, purchasing art can be intimidating. We've kept it easy with these few tips so you can make ideal art choices for every room in your home.
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6 Simple Ways to Dress Up Your Front Door
If your front door is faded and outdated or just plain ugly, you can use these easy ideas to completely change its appearance.
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10 Ways to Keep Your Houseplants Healthy and Alive
If your indoor plants are starting to look rather sickly, there are simple ways to perk them up and keep them happy and healthy all year-round. You can master proper plant care and acquire a green thumb with these 10 simple tips.
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Best Curtain Solutions for Arched Windows
Looking for curtains to cover arched windows? Here are the best curtain treatment options to accommodate function and style.
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Art Options: What to Hang on the Wall Instead of Framed Art
If you have a lonely blank wall in your room, why not try something different by hanging unusual items to inject personality into the space? We’ve compiled a number of unconventional ideas for wall decor rather than using traditional artwork.
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9 Smart Ways to Declutter Your Home
There are some smart, fun and creative ways to get started decluttering. We're here to share great ideas to clear out your home and lighten your load.
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7 Ways to Create an Elegant Bedroom
There’s nothing better than an elegant bedroom that can take you away from the stresses of life. Your bedroom should be a place of rest and relaxation. Believe it or not, it's relatively easy to transform your ordinary bedroom into a chic boudoir using these basic design ideas.
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Key Components of Contemporary Interior Design
Contemporary design is often confused with modern design. The term contemporary when correctly used actually conveys "of the moment," which means it is constantly changing over time.
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6 Top Furniture Picks for Your New Home
Are you getting ready to set up your first home? You might not know what you need, so check out our list of the top picks for newbie furniture buyers.
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Transform Your Bathroom Into a Spa Retreat
Give your bathroom the ultimate spa makeover with relaxing scents, luxurious details and calming colors to create a personal spa retreat right at home.
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The Perfect Bed Sheets for Sweet Dreams
Trying to decide on the most comfortable set of sheets? Learn some of the basics to help you compare fabrics and make the perfect choice for the best night's sleep.
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Imaginative Ways to Use Pendant Lighting
These hanging light fixtures add personality and style to any room in your house. We'll show you how to use pendant lights to focus illumination exactly where you want it.
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How to Decorate With Chalkboards and Chalkboard Paint
Chalkboard surfaces are a great way to add personality around your home. We'll show you how easy it is to get decorating with chalkboards.
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Adorable Filing Cabinet Makeover Ideas
Most of us have at least one rusty filing cabinet in our home office or hiding in the basement. Refresh it to fit your style and lifestyle. Now show it off to the world!
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Top 5 Reasons Why You Should Hire a Designer
If you haven’t considered hiring an interior designer now is the time to do it. You’ve put a lot of money into your home and want it to look the best it can be. An interior designer can serve a purpose for anyone on any budget.
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An Easy Way to Create a Perfect Color Palette
Choosing a color palette for your interiors can be just that easy. These palette-perfect online tools and apps make it a snap to put them to work in any room in your home.
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Festive Napkin Folding Ideas for the Holidays
Here are some fabulous napkin folding suggestions to help you create a holiday table your guests will always remember. Try making these creative folds for any occasion just by switching out your napkins.
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Choosing an Area Rug by Fiber Content
Knowing what rugs are made of is an essential purchasing factor for your home. Check out this quick guide describing the most commonly used fibers for rugs and their pros and cons.
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Smart Storage Solutions for Christmas Decor
To store your holiday decorations we have some useful tips and tricks to organize and keep them looking new for years to come. Check out these smart storage ideas to pack them away after the holiday season.
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Choosing an Area Rug by Construction Method
Construction is how a rug is made. Whether a rug is a machine-woven or hand-hooked, the construction relates to quality. Each method determines the look, texture and durability. Here are the most common rug constructions you'll see when you're choosing a rug.
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Tips for Downsizing Your Home and Life
You can downsize your lifestyle and upgrade your life by paring down your possessions and moving to a smaller and less expensive home.
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How to Make Your Ceilings Pop With Paint
Make your fifth wall pop with a paint color to give your room depth, dimension, and a stylish design.
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Forcing Paperwhite Bulbs for Holiday Blooms
Here's one of the quickest ways to enjoy indoor paperwhites for the holidays. We'll show you how to plant, force the bulbs and care for these beautiful Christmas blooms during the festive season.
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How to Care for Succulents During the Winter
Succulents and cute low-maintenance plants that can brighten your home even during the coldest of days. With proper care, they'll stay healthy and happy throughout the long winter months.
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Decorating With Fall Colors
The lovely hues of fall such as gold, red, umber, and rust create rich accents for the home. Find out how you can incorporate these warm and wondrous autumnal shades into your rooms.
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5 Easy Ways to Cheer Up Your Home
It's amazing how a few simple changes can give your home decor a big boost. We're here with inspiration and a short list of ways to cheer up your home on a shoestring budget.
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6 Stylish Halloween Pumpkins
Add elegant pumpkins to your Halloween decor with these creative decorating ideas.
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How a Room's Color Affects Your Mood
Whether you’re delving into interior color for the first time or need some inspiration for your latest project, find out how to make color work for you and your home.
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Home Decorating for the Man in Your Life
Masculine decorating doesn't need to be overwhelming. Here are expert tips to help you design the perfect home base for the modern man.
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The Coolest Kitchen Storage Ideas Ever
You'll never run out of storage in your kitchen with these cool solutions. We're sharing a few ideas to help you improve and organize your food prep and cooking areas.
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Secrets to Comfortable Outdoor Spaces
Kick back and relax under the sun with these designer secrets to create inviting outdoor spaces. This guide will help you take full advantage of the glorious warmth of summer.
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Discover Your Home Design Personality
Is your style retro, traditional or modern? Take a look at these descriptions then take our quiz to find out your design personality.
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How to Accessorize Your Home Like a Pro
Learn interior designer tricks for displaying accessories to give your home style and personality.
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Creating an Entryway With Big Impact
These creative ideas and design tips will help you put together a home entry that will surely impress and greet your guests in style.
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Tips for Hosting the Best Garage Sale Ever
Selling unwanted household items is a great way reduce clutter and enrich your finances at the same time. Before you think about having a garage sale, find out what goes into a successful one.
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Decorating With Canvas Drop Cloths
An inexpensive painter's drop cloth is the inspiration for a number of creative decorating ideas. With a few supplies and a little imagination, you can create designer worthy home accents for less!
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How to Determine the Value of an Old Mirror
Whether you inherited it from your great-grandmother or picked it up at an estate sale, your old mirror may be worth more than you realize. It's time to put on your detective hat and look for clues!
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Arts and Crafts Home Decorating Tips
What is welcoming, comfortable, simple, functional, organic and beautiful? The interior of an Arts and Crafts home. Create the look and feel in your own home with these smart decorating tips.
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All About Victorian Style Homes
If you are into heritage homes, you may want to consider a Victorian. There’s much to learn about this venerable architectural style.
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Guide to Modern Desert Decor
Homes in the Southwest have a decidedly unique decorating style. Desert decorating artfully blends elements of the region to create spaces that exude a quiet serenity and casual elegance.
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Coastal Home Decorating Ideas
If you’ve ever lived near the beach, you know coastal decorating is the epitome of casual living. If you haven’t, then you need to learn a thing or two about this timeless interior style. Coastal decorating can bring the feel of salt air, sand, and surf into your home no matter where you live!
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The Most Flattering Shorts for Your Body
If you are self-conscious about the way you look in shorts, don't worry. In a matter of a few minutes you'll learn the secrets of choosing the best shorts for your body type.
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A Guide to 5 Types of Outdoor Grills
In the market for a new outdoor grill? Before barbecue season fires up, research the different types of grills available on the market.
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Landscaping on a Small Budget
Residential landscaping doesn’t require a ton of money. You just have to be creative and put some thought into your choices. Find out how your yard can be the envy of the neighborhood without draining your bank account.
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Styling Tips for Fine, Thin Hair
Don't give up on style just because you have fine, thin hair. You may never have hair like Jennifer Aniston, but you can learn how to get the most of your limp locks with these super styling tips.
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Ideas for Creating an Elegant Room
Creating the look of effortless elegance takes restraint. However, if you recognize and understand the basics of design elegance you can create a flawless room with a minimum of effort.
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How to Decorate and Create Spaces in an Open Floor Plan
An open floor plan gives a home a light and airy feeling. Find out how to overcome the most common design obstacles associated with open floor plans.
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Creative Ideas for Curtain Tiebacks
It’s all in the details when it comes to curtains. One way to spice up your panels is to pull them aside using DIY tiebacks. You don’t have to spend much to create a stylish look for your windows!
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Adding Sweet Southern Style to Your Home
If you love the South, incorporate some key design elements into your decor. The basics of this style will add a sense of history and tradition to your home no matter where you live.
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How to Create a Hotel Chic Bedroom
Looking for a way to extend your vacation? Turn your bedroom into a hotel suite replete with sumptuous bedding, minimal lines and a tranquil vibe. It is easy if you know a few decorating secrets
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Making the Most of Your Small Balcony
Think your postage stamp-sized balcony is a waste of space? Think again! Instead of using it as a receptacle for dead plants and your old bike, turn it into your personal outdoor retreat!
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Create an Energy Efficient Home Year-Round
Preparation can protect your home from seasonal extremes and increase its energy efficiency. Check out some preventative measures you can take right now to reduce energy bills year-round.
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Fixes for Updating a Fireplace
While a fireplace should be romantic and dreamy, an old red brick monstrosity can be a nightmare. Here are some great ideas to give your fireplace a 21st century makeover.
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Solutions for Covering Oddly-Shaped Windows
Here some creative window treatment options that can be adapted to fit almost any unconventional window shape.
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Picking Out the Perfect Cabinet Hardware for Your Kitchen
Want an easy and relatively inexpensive way to spruce up your aging kitchen? Replace your cabinet hardware. All it takes are basic tools and a trip to the hardware store to achieve a new look.
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How Your Hair and Nails Change as You Age
As we age, noticeable changes occur. Besides skin, others involve hair and fingernails. This article will explore these changes and how we can effectively deal with them.
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Cheap Curb Appeal Ideas for Your Home
Who says creating an appealing home exterior has to cost a fortune? I’m here to debunk that myth with a few money-saving ways to perk up your home’s curb appeal.
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Decor Ideas for an Ethnic-Inspired Room
Ethnic decor is an emerging style that has taken hold of the design industry and is gaining in popularity. Incorporate these rich hues and distinctive textures from distant lands into your home.
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Selecting the Right Frame for Your Art
The move is over. Furniture is in place but the walls are bare. It doesn’t matter if it’s a Picasso or your 5-year-old's masterpiece, your art isn't ready until it’s in the proper frame.
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Find Out Which Type of Home Is Right for You
If you're considering taking the plunge and buying a house you might want to research the different types before starting your search. These descriptions will help you choose one that suits your current needs and later life stages.
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How to Select the Best Interior Designer for the Job
You know your interiors are dated and you need help sorting things out. You’ve decided hiring an interior designer is the answer, but have no idea where to start. Read on to find out how to find the right designer for you.
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9 Essential Fashion Accessories for Teens
Fashion accessories are considered the icing on the cake for any teen. Let’s take a look at some of the stylish and affordable must-haves for their wardrobes.
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Unique Gift Ideas for Your Host or Hostess
Attending a function? Try some of these unique gift ideas that will make a great impression and get you invited back time and time again.
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Tips for Choosing the Perfect Hairbrush
Did you know your hairbrush might be the cause of most of your bad hair days? It’s true. Choosing the right hairbrush can greatly affect the condition of your hair and scalp.
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Ways to Make Your Home Stylish and Dog-Friendly
Once in awhile, a dog needs pampering. Make your home safe and comfortable for your best furry friend.
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How to Pick the Perfect Mattress for a Good Night's Sleep
Shopping for a new mattress may be one of the most difficult purchases you’ll ever make. So how in the heck are you supposed to know which one to buy?
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Types of Outdoor Decking Materials
If you are dreaming of an outdoor deck to enjoy neighborhood barbeques and family gatherings, you’ve come to the right place. Start by familiarizing yourself with the different types of decking materials available today. This is the first step in making that backyard deck dream a reality!
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Choosing the Perfect Carpet for Your Home
Carpet is one of the most versatile flooring options for your home. Before you run out to buy new carpet educate yourself about the differences in fibers, textures, styles and performance.
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Do's and Don'ts for Selecting Fashion Boots
Boots are versatile, stylish and comfortable. You can go from country cute to city sophisticate with a quick change of boots. They also keep us warm on a chilly day. We'll help you select the perfect pair.
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How to Create an Art Deco Interior
Whether you are even aware of it, you’ve probably been influenced by Art Deco, a style that is still popular today and is a great way to add glamor to your home’s interior.
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How to Fix Thick Nail Polish
You’ve soaked your hands, pushed back your cuticles, and shaped your nails to perfection. Things are going great until you open your favorite nail polish color only to find it is the consistency of maple syrup! Don’t panic. You can easily fix this common manicure problem. Read on to find out how!
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Fabulous Mirror Decorating Ideas
Mirrors are the ideal way to liven up a room or even add a bit of brilliance, glam and drama. Check out some of our favorite ways to decorate with mirrors.
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The Essentials for Your Home Office
Use your creativity and these essential elements to achieve a stylish, comfortable and organized home office that will be the envy of all your telecommuting colleagues.
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How to Measure for Curtains
You’ve made the decision to take down the bedsheets and actually hang curtains on your windows. Congratulations! But, before you head out to buy them, there are a few important things you need to know. If you don’t measure properly or understand how curtains hang in relation to your window...
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Ideas for Rustic Interior Design
Introducing rustic elements into your rooms will transform your ho-hum interior into a cozy and romantic mountain hideaway in no time at all!
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American Revival Homes
Today, you can see examples of American revival homes in cities and towns across the country. Learn about this important 20th century architectural movement and find out which styles of homes were the most popular.
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Buying the Best Hat for Your Face Shape
It’s one thing to find a cute hat in a store versus finding one that looks good on you. It is relatively easy if you know what style to look for in relation to the shape of your face.
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8 Sunless Tanning Tips
We all know of the negative affects associated with sun exposure, so sunless tanning makes sense as a healthy alternative. Learn how to keep that sun-kissed look year round with these easy tips!
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Home Staging Ideas for Any Occasion
You can stage your home for potential buyers, a charity event or out-of-town guests. Learn why staging your home is a good idea whether you are ready to sell or deciding to stay put.
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Changing the Size of a Room With Paint
The walls are closing in on you! You can’t afford a major home renovation or buy a larger home or even rent a bigger apartment. So, what can you do? Grab a paintbrush and a gallon of paint and get busy! Give your rooms the illusion of more space by trying these creative interior painting tips.
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10 Easy Bedroom Makeover Ideas
We all need a warm and inviting place to unwind at the end of a busy day. Your bedroom should be a calming retreat—a place where you can shut out the rest of the world and simply relax.
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Eco-Green Bathroom Ideas
Don't forget the bathroom as part of your home's sustainable design. You can make simple and inexpensive changes that will make a positive impact on the planet!
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4 Popular Cottage Decorating Styles
Cottage styles are comprised of soft colors, vintage character, and an eclectic mix of furnishings. These descriptions and design tips will help you incorporate one of the more popular cottage styles into your home.
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The Seven Elements of Interior Design
For some of us, interior decorating is an enjoyable hobby, while for others, it is a daunting task best left to professionals. If you understand the seven interior design elements and how they work together, however, you can have fun creating beautiful spaces in your home no matter your level of...
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How to Identify Different Necklace Chain Styles
Purchasing a new necklace is more difficult than you think. If you don't know the differences between chain styles, you could walk away totally confused. Here's how to identify them at a glance.
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How to Create Homemade Wrinkle Treatments
The bad news: Wrinkles are an inevitable part of aging. The good news: You can save money and start a natural beauty regimen by using homemade treatments to soften the appearance of wrinkles.
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Main Elements of Cottage Style Decor
Whether you live in a big house or small apartment, you can incorporate cottage style into any room. It's a fresh and easy look that adds warmth and coziness to your home.
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Window Valance Styles
Window valances can instantly change the look of a room. Use them alone or with coordinating curtains. If you think they all look the same–think again!
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Eco-Friendly Countertop Buyer's Guide
Environmentally friendly countertop options are becoming much more mainstream. In some cases, “green” countertops are actually less expensive than using more traditional materials.
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Types of Interior Design Drafting Tools
Hand drafting is still a core requirement of modern interior design curricula. Find out some of the tools students will use to master the art of interior design drafting.
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4 Stylish Ways to Wear Fashion Scarves
Scarves were once a necessity to ward off winter's chill. Today, fashion scarves are designed to be worn with everything and in every season. Check out these tutorials to pull off the look.
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How to Care for Linen Clothes
Linen clothes always look so crisp and neat when you get them back from the cleaners. But who wants to spend the money sending linen clothes to the cleaners after every wearing? There are a number of easy home tips to keep your linen clothing looking straight-from-the-dry-cleaner fresh. Read on,...
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Characteristics of Bungalow Style Houses
Bungalows have certain characteristics that differentiate them from other homes. Here's a crash course to help you identify this iconic architectural style.
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Laundry Room Renovation Ideas
The laundry room is probably the last place you'd consider renovating. However, a few changes can create an efficient space, add value to your home, and make laundry day a little more enjoyable.
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Tropical Outdoor Design Ideas
Daydreaming about a tropical vacation? Here's how to put together some simple outdoor design ideas to help you get that tropical look you’ve been yearning for.
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Seven Principles of Interior Design
I know it seems as if interior designers use some type of magic to create gorgeous rooms with a minimum of effort. Watch any TV decorating show and you’ll see what I mean. Magic or no, the common thread of any good design lies in the seven principles of interior design. Use them in your decorating...
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Paint is an Easy Way to Update Your Home
Why renovate when you can paint? Spruce up just about everything in your house with a new coat of paint. Learn how savvy homeowners are using paint as an easy way to update.
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How to Write an Interior Design Concept Statement
Few people outside the realm of interior design understand what goes into a client proposal. One of the most important components is the design concept statement. It is a necessary evil that all designers must learn to conquer.
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How to Arrange Pictures on a Wall
You've moved into to your new digs and unpacked. Now it's time to hang pictures. Here are some great ideas to simplify the task and make your walls a beautiful reflection of your design personality!
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How to Make an Interior Design Portfolio
Whether you are a design student applying to schools or a newly minted interior designer on the hunt for clients, you must create an impressive interior design portfolio. A portfolio is the most important weapon in your arsenal to promote your talents and scope of work.
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Modern Home Furnishings and Accessories
Modern home furnishings deftly mix with the past and work with many current trends. It results in a comfortable and sleek home.
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Easy Changes to Create an Eco-Friendly Home
Do little things each day to help the environment. Recycling, using reusable shopping bags and carpooling are becoming mainstream. These few small changes can make your home a greener and more stylish.
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How to Choose the Best Ceiling Fan for Your Home
Ceiling fans can cut your energy bill by 10 to 40 percent, depending on your individual heating and cooling habits. That statistic alone should be enough to convince you to purchase a ceiling fan–or two, but here are the options to consider in order to choose a fan wisely.
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Tips for Finding the Best Pants for Every Body Type
Purchasing the perfect pair of pants is not as simple as it sounds. It is important to know how different styles of pants work with different body types. With a little advance preparation, your shopping trip will be a resounding success and you will return with several pairs of great fitting pants....
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A Pocket Guide to Mid-Century Modern Architecture and Design
Looking for a style change that combines retro glamour and a minimal vibe? Look no further than mid-century modern! You can incorporate touches into virtually every aspect of your home.
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Ways to Bring Decorative Monograms into Your Home
This article will explain the basics and present ideas to give your house the royal treatment with monograms.
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The 5 Best Products to Conceal Enlarged Pores
There are hundreds of products that claim to minimize the look of pores. To avoid going broke trying to find the right one, let me help with my picks for the best products to conceal enlarged pores.
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Introduction to Fabulous Faux Bois
Today, wood grain patterns and designs grace everything from curtains to dog bowls. So, why not bring a touch of the woodlands into your home with one of several faux bois techniques.
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Getting Your Guest Room Ready for the Holidays
Holidays are the best time to catch up with family and friends. Make your out-of-town guests feel warm, cozy and welcome with these simple ideas.
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Easy Updates for Your Kitchen
Home improvement shows often feature kitchen renovations that are involved and costly. Here are some great ways to update your kitchen instead taking on a full renovation.
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Living Small: More Design Ideas for Small Spaces
More of us than ever are dealing with small living spaces. Downsizing requires special design planning to make the most out of the space you have. These fun, creative ideas will help ease the pain of living small!
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Buying Guide for Must-Have Sandals
Sandals come in a plethora of fun styles. Whether you prefer sky-high platforms or delicate flats, you’ll surely have no trouble finding a favorite. Pick a pair, or two, or three from this comprehensive guide to the hottest sandals out there.
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Tips for a Sparkling Clean Kitchen
Your kitchen is looking a little dingy and worse for wear. Looking for a cheap way to brighten up your kitchen? Spend the afternoon giving it thorough cleaning. You’ll be amazed at the results. Read these tips and get the entire family involved!
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All-American Style Makers
No, I'm not talking about the red, white and blue t-shirt you wear on the 4th of July. All-American Style is much more subtle. It is representative of our history, lifestyle and who we are as a people, rather than a flag-waving display of patriotism. Not that there's anything wrong with that!
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Tricks to Get Long Lashes
Wish you had long, full eyelashes? You can get the same look in the blink of an eye. Here are some beauty tricks to transform your lashes from lackluster to lengthy.
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Affordable Ways to Make Your Apartment Feel Like Home
Many people these days live in apartments. Rentals definitely restrict your design choices. Our imaginative ideas will help turn your ordinary apartment into a beautiful home.
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Home Decorating Mistakes to Avoid
Whether you are rearranging furniture, setting up your first apartment or contemplating a complete room redesign, take note of these serious home decorating infractions and their cures!
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How to Create a Budget-Friendly Home Gym
Tired of plunking down a health club membership fee every month? Cancel it and invest in a stylish and inexpensive home gym. Before you get started check out these economical ideas.
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Top 8 Home Remodeling Trends
You don’t have to do a whole house renovation to get in on the latest home remodeling trends. Check out what folks are doing these days to add value to their homes and make them more livable.
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Dining Room Decor Designed to Delight
With some thoughtful planning and appetizing design ideas you can turn your dining room into a regular entertaining destination for your family and friends.
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Budget-Wise Fashion Accessories for Women
Find out how to incorporate one or more of these must-have accessories into your wardrobe without spending a fortune.
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Tips for Decorating Your Home with Fabric
Soft furnishings can transform your rooms to a whole new level. Here's how to master the art of decorating with fabrics.
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The Various Styles of Outdoor Furniture
Warm weather is on the way, and it is time to furnish your outdoor area. Can't decide on a furniture style? This article breaks it down and makes it easy to choose the perfect furniture for your outdoor living spaces.
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Organizing Your Home With Baskets
Using wicker baskets as functional and decorative storage will beautify your home and make all that effort so worth it!
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It's Time to Take on the Color Blocking Fashion Trend
Take a cue from Mondrian and the Rubik's Cube and by adding contrast to your wardrobe with color blocking. It's a fun way to be as bold or subdued as you want. These tips will help get your started!
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Chandeliers are Jewelry for the Home
Jewelry is used to accessorize a wardrobe. Chandeliers similarly provide the finishing touch and sparkle to a room. Think of them as jewelry for the home.
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Guide to Silk Fabrics: Dupioni and Taffeta
Silk makes the perfect transition from luxurious window treatments to stunning evening gowns. Learn more about these silk fabrics through a series of images, facts, and tips about this magical textile.
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Toasters of the 1920s
Who would think these ordinary kitchen appliances could command so much attention? Collectors worldwide covet their toaster collections—especially those from the 1920s.
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Top 5 Anti-Aging Serums
Looking for the "fountain of youth"? Unfortunately, it doesn't exist. However, Here's the list of the top 5 anti-aging serums that will create a more youthful look without having to go under the knife.
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Interior Design Inspired by Fashion
The clothes you wear can easily influence your home's decor. If you're searching for design inspiration for your home you might just find it right in your own closet!
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Create the Perfect Eyebrow Shape for Your Face by Tweezing, Waxing, or Threading
Confused about the latest trends in eyebrow shaping? Learn about different techniques and how to find just the right brow shape for your face. You'll be amazed how they can change your appearance.
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8 Timeless Home Accessories to Spruce Up Your Rooms
Don't get all caught up in the latest decorating trends. We will teach you how to create a home environment that transcends time and trends.
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9 Classic Wardrobe Essentials for Women
Every woman needs them. Those timeless pieces that transcend seasons and fashion trends. Make sure you have these key items in your closet and you will never have to worry about what to wear.
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The Ultimate Guide to Bras
There's more than meets the eye when buying a bra. This guide is part history lesson and part consumer guide. Here's the all the information you need to select the perfect bra.