Guest Blog #136, Entry #605, August 1, 2011 Happy first day of August! Depending on when school starts in your part of the world, August usually means back to school time for kids and college students. If you or your kids are headed to college for the first time, or you’re a returning student, you…
Guest Blog #131, Entry #599, July 26, 2011 The idea of outdoor entertaining is always exciting, especially in the warm summertime months. The idea of friends and family enjoying refreshments by the pool and taking in the warm summer sun can be heavenly. What happens when the weather doesn’t cooperate, or guests don’t enjoy themselves…
Entry #587, July 14, 2011 If you’re trying to make the grounds, or exterior portions of your home look better, you need to focus on curb appeal boosting ideas. Especially when selling your home, your curb appeal can make or break the buyers opinion about your home, before they even step inside your home. Whether…
Guest Blogger #94, Entry #550, June 9, 2011 There is something about white interiors that make me feel ultimate peace and relaxation. White interiors have been termed stuffy, unforgiving, and stark. Guest Blogger, Amy C. gives you tips for bringing white interiors creatively into your home. Image courtesy of KBB Online According to decorator Rachel…
Guest Blog #88, Entry #541, June 1, 2011 Happy first day of June! Even though summer doesn’t officially start until June 21st, June has always been known as the wedding month. With warm weather outside, outdoor weddings, especially backyard ones can be beautiful, sentimental, and easier to plan. Today, my Guest Blogger, Susanna Miles from…
Guest Blog #78, Entry #528, May 20, 2011 I’ve always been intrigued with architecture. At age 5, I remember getting a “What do I want to be when I grow up” book, and I remember seeing an architect drawing floor plans and standing on a construction site, and from then on, I knew the love…
Guest Blog #74, Entry #519, May 10, 2011 Home entertaining has always been a pastime that makes you feel good and your guests feel even better. While considering what food to serve and what decor to have, we often forget about making your home environment safe for those who may have disabilities, such as…
Entry #507, April 27, 2011 Mother’s Day is on May 8th this year, and it seems like it snuck up on us this year! Probably due to Easter falling late in April, we usually have more vamp up time. Mother’s Day is a perfect time to let kids create homemade crafts, treats, and decor that…
Entry #466, April 2, 2011 Happy DIY Saturday! Welcome to the first weekend in April and the front of your home has seen better days! The harsh winter has been rough on your lawn, plant beds, driveway and walkways, and it’s time to start thinking how you are going to improve your curb appeal. The…
Guest Blog #48, Entry #447, March 14, 2011 When we create outdoor spaces, from our porches and decks, to the stepping stone garden that meanders around our house, do we ever think about is this area accessible for all? Outdoor spaces especially have the characteristics of being uneven, narrow, and often times unaccessible for those…
Entry #413, February 11, 2011 On Wednesday we started our two part Valentine’s Day – ‘Astrology in your Home’ posts. Valentine’s Day is one of those holidays that if you are planning to surprise that special someone, you better get planning now! For Part 1: To see tips for preparing for your Valentine based on…
Entry #404, February 1, 2011 Happy February Stagetecture readers! Today kicks off “Making your home life easier month!” (Yes, it does not roll off the tongue as easy as I would like it to!” HA! Here’s the point: this month we will focus on productivity tips, home decor tips that are simple, eco-friendly ideas and…