Vibrant Art on Pastel Walls

I have never been the peaches and cream type even when I was a young girl, and preferred bold reds and blacks during my teen years, but reds and blacks can get old as the paint colors of choice for an apartment’s interiors. When I finally got a longer lease on my studio apartment, I [...]

Framing Windows

I had gotten so used to seeing curtains or drapes on windows, that seeing a bare, square, glass kitchen window was a surprise; a pleasant one it turned out to be. A friend had brought me to this house in farm country, because her cousin, who is an artist, had just moved in and wanted [...]

Rich Colors and Textures in a Humble Home

My friend has a small rental place in a mid-scale neighborhood but his place is always the venue of choice every time our group plans a party.  My friend doesn’t mind at all, because our group rules dictate that whoever owns the place where our party is held is exempted from any other party expenses [...]

Three Questions to Consider for a Cheap Bathroom Remodel

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Frugal Is the New Green

Frugal is the new green! That’s right, saving money can also be good for the planet. When it comes to decorating your home, reused materials are the way to go. Even if you’re not much of a “dumpster diver,” you can still find great stuff regardless of the type of decor in your home.

Ways to Use Old Hankies

If you have an old handkerchief or two lying around, I’ll bet they are packed in your drawer somewhere where you never get a chance to see them.

How to Personalize Curtains

Window treatments are usually one of the largest expenses a homemaker can make in their new place. You want to dress your windows up but yet also probably don’t want to break the bank in doing so.

Centerpiece Ideas

A table set with dishes, candles, and a nice centerpiece is a lovely way to show off a little decorating personality. Centerpieces can be created on your everyday kitchen table, dining room table, or even the coffee table.

Tips for Making an Inexpensive Comforter

If you thought making a comforter for your bed was difficult, here’s a secret. It really isn’t. Besides that, in today’s economy, making a bed quilt is a good way to recycle an old comforter while still updating your home. Here are a couple tips.

Cheap Ways to Change the Decor of Your Home

Let’s face it, sometimes we get sick of the way we have decorated our house. The trouble is, not all of us have time or money to constantly change everything. We might tire of things because they are outdated, or maybe we have just had them so long we want something new.

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