Real Decorating for Real People
That’s exactly what this is, a wreath within another wreath and you could create all kids of combinations if you just let your imagination go! I love to take what is thought of as the traditional way to do things, and just mix it up a bit! Why not? Sometimes the results are a bit more…
Tassels are a fun accessory to add to lamps, dresser drawer knobs, armoires, etc., but they can be so expensive. Solve that by making them yourself! Many years ago, when we were just getting started in television, Matt and I did a segment called Coffee Break Crafts. Basically, the segment was about me teaching Matt how to…
For those of you who enjoy working with fabric and also entertaining, I think making no-sew placemats and napkins is the perfect project. This might be something you’d like to get your kids involved with as well since it is easy and you can talk about replacing paper napkins with fabric ones so we aren’t…
You’ve heard that one man’s trash is another’s treasure, well the same goes for recycling, and having a party brings out all the best stuff! There is something really rewarding about fixing something old up to look new again or just finding a new way to use something that may have been tossed out by…
Learn how to save time and money by making one large meal and turning it into three different meals for the week. One of the toughest never ending jobs for any parent, aside from laundry, is making dinner! At least that’s how I feel around my house. And, if there is anything I can do…
Accessories come in all shapes and sizes from huge pieces of artwork and area rugs to tiny decorative boxes and porcelain. They can each be gorgeous in their own right, but it’s the way you put them together or “display” them that really helps them to stand out and make a statement. When you do…
We’ve talked about interior style many times, but what about the style of the exterior of your home? Well, I’m going to walk you through a brief history of home styles and while I’m explaining the different looks and details, see if you can figure out what style home you live in! Well, between the…
Accessories tell a story about you, so what items would you choose to add to your rooms that tell the world, or at least anyone who visits you, who you are? The topic of accessorizing is huge. We can talk about artwork, pillows, area rugs, books, baskets, boxes, floral arrangements, and the list goes on and…
If you are tired of just hanging another framed piece of art on your walls, then wall decals are something you should look into. Please visit our friend, Shelley’s website, she has fantastic wall decals to offer you. www.singlestonestudios.com Often times I struggle with what to do with walls. Sure, there’s every color of the…
The lighting you choose can make or break a room because it adds function to spaces as well as ambiance that can’t be created any other way. Lighting is the last step in getting your room to function well for you before all the decorating begins. It should be selected for the functions of a…
