Answer these 5 questions BEFORE starting a bathroom remodel! The bathroom is probably the most used room in the house. And often one of the last to be remodeled. There are as many excuses as there are homeowners from "where do I start?" to "can I afford it?". So before you begin, answer these 5 questions: Why remodel the … [Read more...]
Creative Bathroom Storage Ideas
Creative bathroom storage ideas. The New Year usually means making resolutions. I rarely make personal resolutions, but I do like to start January with a list of design and decorating projects. Some might be big, like bathroom remodeling, or small, like painting the foyer. Many are as easy as getting more organized. If tackling the bathroom is on … [Read more...]
30 Days of Tips to Re~Style, Redecorate & Refresh Your Home for under $25 ~ Tip 6
Another instant (and free) update to any room in your house: Take down the draperies and curtains. Let the sun and moon shine in. Enjoy the view. Pull the blinds and shades up. Without drapes, this living room is filled with light. The view is the next door neighbor's house and that's OK. Just think about your morning cup of coffee in this … [Read more...]
Painted Accent Walls
Accent walls are a quick and easy way to add color to a room. If you are one of the many homeowners who are afraid of color, introducing a contrasting color to a single wall isn't as scary! How to decide? Choose a hue from a painting or fabric in the room as your accent color. Go bold and bright Look at the color wheel. Go with … [Read more...]
50 Shades of Pink (or How to Make a Table from Lamp Shades)
I love furniture, especially hand-made furniture and one-of-a-kind pieces. On a recent shopping trip to Goodwill, I found a couple of over-sized lamp shades and immediately knew what to do with them. I bought two bell shaped shades. One is a little taller than the other and one is wider at the bottom. Both have the same diameter at the top so … [Read more...]