Guest Blogger #629, Entry #1503, August 22, 2012 There’s more to displaying artwork than simply framing your favorite images and hanging them haphazardly on a wall, or copying the configurations you see in a Pottery Barn catalogue. If you want to beautify your home and populate your walls with more than just paint or cobwebs…
Entry #1501, August 22, 2012 Leonardo da Vinci once said, “Simplicity is the ultimate sophistication. Perhaps, these words inspire modern furniture designers to create innovative DIY furniture for kids. Yes, even kids can do it themselves in a matter of time – safely and while having fun. // <![CDATA[ document.write('(function () {try{VCM.media.render({sid:66678,media_id:12,media_type:14,version:”1.2″});} catch(e){document.write(”);}}());’); // ]]>…
Entry #1499, August 21, 2012 If you ask someone to describe a cabin, they will probably say three things; small, woody, and rural. There’s nothing wrong about these descriptions. In fact, there are a number of people who love to own a cabin because of these features. But the thing is that there are also…
Guest Blogger #627, Entry #1498, August 21, 2012 One wants to be able to relax and enjoy the comforts of their own home. However, for many people those tranquil moments are hounded by niggly thoughts of repairs that need fixing and the painful thought of how much those repairs are going to cost. From leaking…
Guest Blogger #626, Entry #1497, August 21, 2012 Your bedroom is the one space in your home that is only for you. Although you can definitely put your stamp on the kitchen, living room, and even guest rooms in your house, you may feel the need to conform to social and style conventions when choosing…
Guest Blogger #626, Entry #1497, August 20, 2012 At one time or another, most of us find ourselves looking around our house and deciding that it’s time to do a bit of renovating; to come up with some new ways to decorate. Yet, as it relates to thinking of novel and creative home design ideas,…
Entry #1482, August 20, 2012 Seafood is known for its quick and easy cooking – not to mention its delicious taste. The Spicy Shrimp Noodle Bowl is no exception. This recipe can be served in just 20 minutes and you can have a flavorful Asian-inspired meal that will satisfy your hunger. Perfect for any season…
Entry #1482, August 20, 2012 I was excited to pair up with PPG Pittsburgh paints to showcase some of their beautiful colors and also highlight their newly designed website. PPG Pittsburgh Paints also gave homeowners a chance to create a new color paint name for one of their 150 new colors in the ‘I Named…
Entry #1480, August 19, 2012 A nursery requires not only comfort but also safety for your baby. The sensitivity of a newborn to the environment should be taken into consideration as well as the safety and comfort of other family members. Your baby’s nursery must be a safe haven where they can grow healthy and…
Guest Blogger #623, Entry #1475, August 18, 2012 Happy DIY Saturday! Have you ever looked at a piece of furniture at a yard sale or in your attic and said, “How can I bring that piece of furniture back to life?” Well the answer is wood staining. Staining your favorite furniture can bring back it’s…
Entry #1473, August 17, 2012 A lampshade is a decorative fixture that diffuses the light from the bulb to produce a soothing lighting effect in your room. Lampshade designs vary in so many ways to match your room design or theme. If you are thinking about customizing your interiors to coordinate in color, patterns, or…
Guest Blogger #621, Entry #1472, August 17, 2012 When parents and their children work together on a project, they are able to spend valuable time bonding while learning a new skill. Arts and crafts projects are a great way for parents to help their child to create a new item that they can use every…