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5 Tutorials on How To Distress Furniture and Home Decor

February 2, 2012 By 3 Comments
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Distressed and worn looking furniture is a favorite for many because of the old-world charm that it brings to a space.   Even though a piece of furniture may be new, there are many ways to distress, age, or antique it's surface to make it appear "old".  Depending on the result that you envision, there are different tips, techniques, and methods to achieve the worn look that you may desire. Similar to my post a few weeks ago on how to paint furniture, I'm going to share some secrets by some Designers … [Read more...]

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Interior Design Visions and Budgets In Real Life

January 23, 2012 By 1 Comment
Interior design vision and budget

Flipping through a design magazine can be inspiring, yet daunting.  As you browse from one page to the next, images are filled with beautifully decorated spaces that don custom sofas, unique accessories, and one-of-a-kind artwork - All at a price tag higher than a typical yearly income. As it's exhilarating to look through these magazines to gather ideas for your own home, many homeowners are often left disappointed thinking that it's impossible to even implement, because everything is above … [Read more...]

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How to Paint Furniture: 5 Must-Read Tutorials

January 19, 2012 By 5 Comments
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Painting furniture is easy.  All you need is the paint and a paint brush, right?  WRONG! It may seem simple to paint a piece of furniture, but once you get started, the results may not be what you anticipated.  When using the right tools, the best products, and some advice from the experts, painting a piece of furniture to achieve a positive result so it can be displayed in your home, is possible. Here are 5 tutorials that you must read before laying a brush on your next furniture transformation. 1. … [Read more...]

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Do-It-Yourself Projects Using Pallets

January 11, 2012 By 11 Comments
pallet kitchen table

Pallet creations were very popular around the blogosphere in 2011 and I think there will be even more to come in 2012.  It's amazing how diyer's have tranformed these typical  "flat transporting structures", as defined in wikipedia, to create home decor, furniture, planters, and much more!  With a little hunting around, you can often find pallets for free, so why not create something that is interesting and unique.  Let's take a look at what can be created using pallets. Furniture Pallets are … [Read more...]

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5 Options for Mudroom Flooring

December 21, 2011 By 3 Comments
mudroom slate flooring

The mudroom series continues...  Over the past two weeks, I've shared ideas and inspirational images for mudroom storage solutions and seating options.  To wrap up the series, I thought it would be best to share some insight into different flooring options for a mudroom / entry space. Since the purpose of a mudroom is to enter and remove all the "gear" worn outdoors or exit with all the "gear" ready to bare the elements, choosing the most appropriate flooring for your mudroom space is essential.  … [Read more...]

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Incorporating Seating in a Mudroom Entryway

December 14, 2011 By 2 Comments
Mudroom entranceway foyer

Last week, I started a series on mudrooms and how to design them so they are efficient, functional, and aesthetically pleasing.  In my last post, I shared ideas and design tips on how to layout storage and best utilize the space. As mentioned in that post, seating is also an important part of the mudroom / entryway layout since it is "the hub" of entering and exiting the home.  From the smallest of entries to the largest of mudrooms, seating can easily and inexpensively be incorporated into … [Read more...]

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Mudroom Storage Solutions

December 7, 2011 By 2 Comments
Mudroom storage

With the winter months quickly approaching, it's the time of year when there is an endless amount of boots, coats, gloves, hats, scarves... and the list goes on.  And where do you store it all?  Sometimes, a simple closet configured with one bar and a shelf above, does not cut it.   Is that how your front closet /entry is laid out?  Mine was until I made some updates by adding shelving, baskets, and shoe racks.  Using smart design solutions for storage, flooring, and seating, a front entry or … [Read more...]

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Tips for Becoming a Successful DIYer

November 23, 2011 By 1 Comment
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Are you a DIYer or have you always aspired to make your own projects or attempt to do-it-yourself?  I’ve always had the drive to make-things-over and feel DIYing is alot of fun, but it also can sometimes lead to frustration and failed projects, but that's okay. Here are a few tips to becoming a successful DIYer. Accept imperfections Not everything results in a perfect project.  Many of the things I create, don't turn out how I originally planned, but I am accepting of my efforts and proud … [Read more...]

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5 ways to Create a Successful Galley-Style Kitchen Layout

November 9, 2011 By Leave a Comment
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When you think of kitchens, the least desired layout is often thought to be the galley-style, seen most popularly in apartments, condos, and smaller homes.  Because of the long and sometimes narrow layout, they're usually thought to be non-functioning and corridor-like. But like all kitchens, the layout of the Kitchen Work Triangle (refrigerator, stove, and sink) is key to creating a well-designed and useful space.  When properly layed out, the galley style kitchen can actually function better … [Read more...]

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How To Infuse Color Into The Kitchen

November 2, 2011 By 2 Comments
Kitchen color yellow red accents

In modern day, the kitchen is the center of the home.  It's the one spot where everyone joins together to cook, eat, and enjoy each other's company.  Whereas other spaces in the home are often seen as blank slates to add color and accessories, traditionally the kitchen is more monotone with either white, cream, or stained cabinetry. Color is sometimes introduced throughout the specs of the granite countertop or seen in the dishes that come out from the cupboard, but for the most part, it's a … [Read more...]

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