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7 Ideas for How to Renovate Your Bathroom

Home renovation can be both an exciting and overwhelming affair. Now that you have the time, funds, and the services of a contractor, where should you start? What are the motions to go through in order to fully transform your home? Some key areas of concentration would likely be the

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How To Make The Most Of Downsizing Your Home

It’s only ever when you have to move homes that the amount of stuff around suddenly seems like too much. When did you get so many random vases? Was it ever a good idea to invest in DVDs with director commentary? Furniture presents a unique challenge, some things are horribly

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How to Prevent Home Fires During Christmas

It seems as if every year the holiday season begins earlier. Along-side Halloween costumes in the stores are dancing Santa’s and reindeer. But in our mad dash to get our home decorated for the holidays and organize the gatherings, it’s easy to forget about the additional fire hazards that come with this

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Host Thanksgiving
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8 Tips to Host Thanksgiving in a Small Apartment

Thanksgiving dinner can be enjoyed in any sized space, with whatever furniture and resources you have. Thanksgiving in a small apartment is possible and there are plenty of tips that can help you make the most of your small apartment. 1. Planning, planning and (you guessed it) more planning The

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A Guide to Creating Timeless and Classic Interiors
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A Guide to Creating Classy and Timeless Interiors

Interior design and furniture acquisition is a thrilling experience. Often, our household interiors reflect the person we are and the styles and tastes we feel represents our individuality and personality. For those with a vision of classy, timeless and majestic interiors – individuals with opulent tastes and luxurious tendencies –

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Home Improvements
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4 Must-Have Upgrades for Your Home

Fall in love with your home all over again by welcoming some improvements throughout. Doing so can add considerable value to your property, as well as making it more functional and attractive. So, try and get some ideas and then begin deciding how you’re going to make your dream home

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Simple Home Improvement Tips to Improve Your Lifestyle

Some people do home improvement because they’re selling the property and want to bump up the price. Others are simply tired of living in the same environment year on year and want a change. However, more and more people are looking at home improvements as an opportunity to improve their

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Downsizing
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Downsizing With Style

The revival of “less is more” has influenced many people to reevaluate their lifestyles and downsize their homes.  Downsizing is the newest trend in decorating with décor that is more simple and fuss-free than the opulence of the past.  This simpler life can set you free to do more traveling,

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Turn Your Spare Bedroom into an Art Studio
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DIY: Turn Your Spare Bedroom Into an Art Studio

The kids are gone and you suddenly have an extra bedroom that seems to have no purpose other than to store a bunch of junk. You’ve long dreamed of creating an in-home art studio but, now that there’s finally space for it, you don’t know how to start. Sound familiar?

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Fashionable Makeover Ideas for Your Bedroom

As our bedrooms are our home’s most private spaces, they can all too often become neglected and merely become somewhere to sleep and store clothes. So if you’re looking to give your bedroom a bit of love, here are some fashionable themes to implement so that your bedroom has a

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The Beginner’s Guide to Planning the Right Closet for a Room

By Korie Cantor— The truth about planning the right bedroom closet is that it doesn’t matter if the space is big or small, the key is to use that space as efficiently as possible. Narrow down your expectations from the closet and factor in ways to achieve order. Start by

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Five Ways to Update Your Home Without Spending a Fortune

Have you ever found yourself sitting at home, wishing your house looked different? We’ve all watched the home makeover programs that show stunning houses that have everything we could ever dream of. While most of us realize we may never have all of these luxuries, that doesn’t mean that you

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9 Free and Creative Bedroom Storage Ideas

Your home should be a sanctuary and your bedroom the perfect place to rest your head. These 9 ideas will help you save storage space in the most important room of the house, without spending a cent! Classic Under-the-Bed Storage The first creative bedroom storage idea is also the easiest

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Make Your Home More Inviting & Relaxing With These Tips

Home is a woman’s sanctuary. It’s where we raised our kids, launched our first at-home business and perfected our first Thanksgiving turkey. It’s a respite where we can be ourselves, relax and rejuvenate. But when your surroundings are out of sorts, you can, in turn, feel out of sorts. If

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5 Simple Ways to Update Your Home This Year
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5 Simple Ways to Update Your Home This Year

By Patrick Vernon –  Now we are entering into a new year you might think it’s time to brighten up your home ready for the months to come. It can cost a fortune to hire a builder or decorator, so here are five simple ways to update your home without

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5 best and worst home DIY projects
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5 Best and Worst Home DIY Projects

By Matt Stevens – When you own your home, improvements and updates are part of the package. Not only do they increase the property value, they also enhance the aesthetic of the home. But hiring a contractor or professional can be an expensive, time-consuming hassle. Insert DIY-ers here. Do-it-yourself projects

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exploring popular kitchen trends
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Exploring the Hottest Kitchen Trends this Year

Kitchens have moved from being smaller rooms consigned to the back of a home to the main focal point of family life. They speak loudly and connect to our largest living areas from the home’s center, offering a central meeting point for guests and family. It’s not surprising that people

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avoid these painting faux pas
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Avoid These Common Painting Faux Pas

By Kayla Matthews – Painting is one of the easiest and most cost effective ways to freshen your space and change the look of a room. However, your painting project can go very wrong without proper planning. Avoid these common mistakes for a beautiful paint job every time:  Improper Prep

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5 ways to make your home more romantic
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5 Ways to Make Your Home More Romantic

By Jared Wade  – Home isn’t supposed to just be the place where you stuff your face every night and watch television. This is where you and your partner enjoy your life together as your bond grows stronger and deeper. It should reflect that desire — and create some desire

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Find a Balance - blend one of a kind
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Find a Balance: Blend One-of-a-Kind Items Into Your Decor

While boutique shopping, you probably don’t think about where you’re going to put that great find or if that one-of-a-kind piece matches your existing decor. Instead, you probably think about how unique it is and how many compliments you’re going to get on it. But, this dream can be ruined

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