More Faux Finishes For First Timers
There's nothing wrong with plain paint, and today's colour choices are almost limitless. But you can kick it up a notch by adding a little glaze to the paint and creating a paint effect or faux finish. Water-based ... [... more]
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Handmade Pillow Slips
2. Cut fabric into two pieces, making sure each piece is 2" longer and 2" wider then the size of the pillow (if the pillow is a 6" square, cut the fabric into an 8" square). ... [... more]
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Home Sweet Home: An Interview With Sarah Richardson
I love design books. I find Andre Putman and John Saladino inspirational - I love fresh, clean, classic and simple designs. Actually, I worked with Nik (Manojlovich) on his show before hosting Room Service - that was ... [... more]
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Moving Checklist
As you pack, make note of items of significant value (i.e. stereo systems, flat screen televisions). Depending on your insurance agreement with your moving company, you will need to declare items of value in case ... [... more]
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Party Profile: Casual Cottage Weekend
If you?re hosting couples, assign each couple a meal ahead of time and ask them to bring the supplies. Or, assign the women one day and the men the other (have a competition with prizes such as aprons, oven mitts or a recipe book for the team ... [... more]
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Landscaping 12 Feet Of Lawn Space
One last thing: I would look around the garden centres early this spring to try and find just the right focal point or garden feature for the new garden. An attractive bird feeder, a gazing globe, or a sundial are three popular options. My ... [... more]
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Ten Tips To A Successful Housewarming Party
Buy or design the invitations. Or, if the party is casual, do the inviting over the phone. Be sure to include the type of party, date and time, and give guests some idea of what to wear. Since some people may not ... [... more]
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A Pruning Primer
· Those that bloom before the end of June should be pruned immediately after flowering. Flower buds develop during the previous season's growth, so the flowers you enjoy in the spring developed last season and over the winter. If you prune prior .. ... [... more]
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Ground Breakers
This series, hosted by Joe Washington, follows the spectacular transformation of ordinary yards into magnificent outdoor living spaces. In addition to planting trees, flowers and shrubs, these dramatic makeovers also include adding architectural ... [... more]
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The Secrets Of Design: Top Ten Tips For Beginners
Once you choose fabrics, you have to decide how to use them. Many designers use solid, neutral or small prints on large pieces. Avoid using bold, bright prints on sofas or bed coverings unless you're absolutely sure ... [... more]
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Man Style
For the DIY guy, a workshop is what he really needs to get those projects done. These work spaces function well in basements, garages, or sheds as a large area is required for power tools, tool boxes, and raw materials. Pegboards secured to the ... [... more]
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Neat
Anna and her husband have four children and full time careers. Not only does Anna feel completely overwhelmed by clutter in her kitchen, bedrooms, and especially the family room, but the entire family has become increasingly stressed by the state ... [... more]
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