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Decorating

Wall Painting Ideas for Kids Rooms – Easy and Fun

November 15, 2011

ShareSome parents spend days painstakingly painting a colorful flower garden or a whimsical animal kingdom on their kid’s bedroom walls with an artist paint brush, but let’s face it; not all parents have such artistic skills and patience. There are other easier techniques to capture playfulness and a vibrant energy the way kids’ rooms should. [...]

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Designing Fun Kids’ Rooms

November 10, 2011

ShareMaking a fun and unique children’s room doesn’t have to be all that hard or complicated. Coming up with a good theme can most often be solved the easiest by taking a few cues from the resident. What does your child like? Is there a color that’s a favorite? An animal? A place? Kids get [...]

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10 Steps to Making your Mudroom Perfect

November 3, 2011

ShareDuring the months when the world is wet and muddy, you may begin to wish that you had a mudroom. This is a room in the house (or even just a section of a room) that serves as a connection between the messy outside world and the wonderful clean coziness of your home. This special [...]

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Setting Up a New House With Kids

November 1, 2011

ShareIf you have kids, setting up a new house involves considering their wants and needs, too. Toddlers thrive on the familiar, so imagine how unsettled your little one may feel in strange surroundings as you go about setting up the new house. He may actually be excited when you all arrive, but he’ll likely get [...]

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How to Pick Pet Safe Holiday Decor

October 25, 2011

ShareWe all love decorating for the holidays. Pets, however, can love it so much they play with it or try to eat the stuff and end up getting hurt. One of your responsibilities as an animal owner is to pick pet-safe holiday decor. Every decorating season should be accompanied by a checklist in your head [...]

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How to Decorate a Dog-Themed Kid’s Room

September 27, 2011

ShareLooking for a fun way to decorate your child’s room? Nothing seems to go together quite as well as kids and dogs. Because children love dogs it is only natural for them to want to surround themselves with these cuddly creatures. Creating a dog-themed room is an exercise of imagination and creativity. By using both, [...]

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Decorating with Curtain Valances

September 13, 2011

ShareCurtain valances, which are fabric headings also called top treatments, add depth and beauty to any plain curtain. They are usually made of fabric that matches the curtain or drapery. Design can be flat or fluffy, simple or elaborate. It can be mounted from a rod pocket or made to hang from a board. Now, [...]

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Decorating With Fabric Around the House

September 8, 2011

ShareThe many textures and patterns of fabric can transform any décor from rustic country to elegant formal. Used traditionally, textiles cover everything from tables to windows. Novel decorating approaches might include covering everything from books to headboards. The versatility of various kinds of cloth is rich and may inspire you to revamp your décor with [...]

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