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Decorating Your First Apartment

Planning and decorating your first apartment can be baffling and overwhelming. Apartment units or outdated brownstones are often small, sterile and architecturally deprived. But you can transform them into a personal, unique space. Don't be a confused, first-time decorator: Enjoy the adventure. Ponder these seven points as you transform your new apartment in ... Read More »

Turn Your Balcony Into A Retreat

A crispy fern flanked by a flapping towel and a bike with two flat tires—sound like a balcony near you? As close as your own French doors, perhaps? If what you really want is a cozy place to barbecue, or an enchanted and enchanting retreat—no problem. With just the tiniest bit of attention and effort, you can transform even a swath of bleak and cheerless con ... Read More »

Brighten Rooms with Lighting

Lighting can set the mood for any occasion. Soft lighting can make you feel mellow, while bright lighting can energize you. When a room is not properly lit, it can put you in a dismal mood. Fortunately, you can transform a dark room into a brighter one without taking require drastic measures; just change your lighting. Dark furniture, upholstery, wall color, ... Read More »

Choosing A Theme Color For You Holiday Decorating

No matter what part of the country you live in or what size your home is; everyone loves to decorate for the holidays. This year when you begin planning your holiday decorating why not create something really special and decorate around a theme or a specific color. Base your theme around a special collection you have and carry it through out the home or ti ... Read More »

Spruce up your holiday entertaining

The upcoming holidays will not turn out the way Stephanie Andrews initially planned. The tight economy is forcing her to cancel her vacation to a sunny destination. But she’s really not that disappointed. That’s because Andrews is going to stay home and go all out decking the halls to create memories that she believes will end up being far more meaningful. ... Read More »

Rejuvenate Your Existing Furniture For a Whole New Look

When you begin looking to make Home Decorating changes, the first thing you may want to do is replace your current furniture. If your budget allows then by all mean go for it, there are some beautiful set available for every room in your home. However, if brand new just doesn’t fit into your plans at the moment why not take a look at what you already have, ... Read More »

Beautifully Dressed Windows Add Drama To A Room’s Decor

Changing your window treatments is quite possibly the easiest of any home decorating projects. With the vast assortment of styles, colors and fabrics available today the combination of looks can be endless. Changing window treatments may sound like a pretty simple thing to do, and it can be once you have determined the answers to a few questions. These can ... Read More »

Be My Guest

Pamper family and friends with an inviting guest bedroom. Guest Bedroom Decor Opening your doors to family and friends will make your home come alive with spirit. Creating a retreat for your guests will make them feel comfortable, pampered, and most importantly, at home. Spoil your guests with an amazing guest bedroom suite that will make them return for vi ... Read More »

CANDLE CHARACTERISTICS: SAFELY CREATING AMBIANCE IN YOUR HOME

If you love to decorate, chances are that candles are present in many rooms of your house. They are the perfect addition for beautifying the space and creating a mood. Decorating with candles immediately adds style to a room and also provides added warmth. The soft flickering of light and lovely aromas exude relaxation and serenity. Perfect for any room, can ... Read More »

How to winterize your home: A procrastinator’s manual with 8 tips

WOULD YOU LEAVE your dining room window wide open all winter? Not preparing your house for the season is the equivalent of doing just that, according to Bill Stack, the energy-efficiency spokesman for the utility company NSTAR. “People can relate to that analogy,” Stack says. Most can also relate to the Department of Energy statistic that making your home mo ... Read More »