Guest Blog #225, Entry #722, October 25, 2011 Organization is right up there with dieting and weight loss in the New Year’s resolutions department. They’re a lot alike, really as they both require motivation for success. Our psyches need a reason to carry through on our good intentions; if you don’t have one, your motivation…
Entry #721, October 25, 2011 Leading up to Halloween there is always the last minute items, the costumes, the kids plastic pumpkins to collect candy, and oh yeah.. what candy you are going to hand out at your door?! Since we have moved to a new neighborhood that is older and more established, we get…
Guest Blog #224, Entry #720, October 24, 2011 Is your kitchen the least appealing room in your home? Do you tend to spend as little time as possible in it? This can have an effect on how healthily you’re cooking! If the thought of cooking and spending time in your kitchen disheartens you somewhat then…
Guest Blog #223, Entry #719, October 24, 2011 All homes have bathrooms, but when it comes to interior design, they tend to get overlooked. While it may not have the same prominence as the living room or kitchen, you still want your bathroom to look nice. The easiest way to do this is to create…
Guest Blog #222, Entry #718, October 23, 2011 From solar panels to energy-efficient renovations, green contractors can transform your house into an eco-friendly retreat. Green residential construction is an excellent investment, benefiting both the earth and your pocketbook. 1. Sustainable Bare Floors Bamboo flooring is another beautiful alternative to traditional flooring. Completely natural and flattering…
Entry #717, October 23, 2011 Over the past few years kitchens have begun to open up and show more contents in their cabinets. Whether you remove the cabinet doors from your existing cabinets, or you have open shelves, the ability to reach for a dish at a moments notice is helpful in the kitchen. Although,…
Entry #716, October 22, 2011 Happy DIY Saturday… we are counting down to Halloween and if you enjoy decorating your home like a haunted mansion, today’s post is for you. Often times money is the reason many of us don’t decorate our homes. Today, look at these ideas from the archives, on how to create…
Guest Blog #221, Entry #716, October 21, 2011 It comes and goes, that itch where everything in your living room or bedroom looks terrible. It’s that time of year where you are unhappy with your home decor and decide it’s time for a new look. The problem is that new furniture can be extremely expensive…
Guest Blog #220, Entry #715, October 21, 2011 A lot of parents put every effort in to make a child’s room a perfect environment for their loved ones. You would want it to be interesting and stimulating and more importantly, as safe as possible. You also don’t want a room which is going to be…
Guest Blog #219, Entry #714, October 21, 2011 Installing a security system may seem like a chore, but modern technology has made the installation process much easier. In fact, the set-up process for wireless systems may only take about 30 minutes at the most. Here are some of the top do-it-yourself methods for setting up…
Entry #713, October 20, 2011 I always marvel at how many people love dressing their pets up for Halloween, after all they are part of the family too! Enjoy this Halloween post from last year showing great ideas for your furry friends. Halloween Pet Costume Ideas Image via: Halloween Pet Costumes [ad#co-1] Original Entry #312,…
Guest Blog #218, Entry #712, October 20, 2011 As with every season, this fall brings with it beautiful new color ideas for decorating. The last few years have been full of restrained color’s themes which reflect the economic climate; this season’s palette builds on that subtlety, allowing for a nuanced richness. Purple meet Brown; Brown…