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Tag archives for decorating how-to

New Year Decorating Resolutions or Six Simple Tasks?
Did you make 2013 New Year resolutions and, if so, did they include decorating plans?  Two years ago I offered six decorating resolutions  and this timeless information can help you outline your decorating plans for the year.  If, however, you're not a big resolution maker, you can freshen the look of your home for the New Year with the half dozen simple tasks outlined in ...more»
Art of Accessorizing – part 5:  Color
This series of posts has covered much of the basics of using accessories successfully.  I've talked about decorating your walls, displaying your collections or favorite treasures, using flowers and plants, lighting and today I'll wrap up with a dash of color. We all stress about color - is it too bright?  Does it match my other colors?  Is it too bland or ...more»
How to Display Figurines
In conjunction with the accessorizing series I've been running, I had a reader write with a specific question that others of you may have. "I saw your website online, and I am hoping you can help me. I am a single dad with all the design ability of your average garden slug.... although I am probably insulting the slugs. :-)    My ...more»
Furniture Arranging Help
I'm diligently working on part 2 of the accessorizing series.  However, I received another reader request so thought that should take priority.  She's been patiently waiting while I was on vacation.  Marie, I hope these suggestions answer some of your questions. Marie says: "I just bought this home and need some ideas on whether I should buy a sectional or loveseat ...more»
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