antel Makeover for the Holidays. Here is an example from Country Living on how you can makeover your mantel for the Holidays without spending a lot of money and using items you probably already have! “To take this fireplace from everyday to holiday, the mantel was decorated with items most people already have on hand this time of year, such as greeting cards, ribbons, and tissue paper. Finishing touches un
Set the table, please. Okay, so you’ve had your practice run on Thanksgiving, and now you’ll be a pro at setting your table for your Christmas and Holiday meals. (our Thanksgiving table top) eed a little help setting your table? Our lives have become pretty fast paced, and since ‘TV’ dinners and fast food are the norm for some, it is easy to forget how to set a table and the proper place setti
Lighting the Dining Room Are you planning on entertaining for the holidays? Take a look at the lighting in your dining room. Does it fit the bill? If not, call your electrician! Here are some lighting tips I found from Real Simple, by Joyce Bautista. “People’s biggest mistake with the dining room is getting all their light from overhead sources,” says New York City–based interior designer Bunny Williams. “
ecorating tips for your living room. These Makeover Monday ideas come from Real Simple this week. Here are a few simple and easy ideas to liven up your living room without breaking the bank! photo by: Ngoc Minh Ngo “Craft an instant end table with a stacked set of your favorite reads.” If you don’t already own books such as these, you could stop by your local thrift store and pick up a couple handfu
I got this tip from the Home & Family Network as I was browsing inspiration images for an upcoming project. This is a really simple tip that anyone can achieve in their home. ll the Trimmings“Painting is one of the quickest and most dramatic ways to add personality to a room. If you choose a different color for each room, however, you run the risk of sacrificing a sense of cohesiveness. When decorating with