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The Fascination With the Chanchitos Pig
Chanchitos pigs are curious and yet adorable little three legged pig statues which have stolen a place in the hearts of some American households looking for symbols of good luck and goodwill. Native to the Chilean town of Pomaire, these little pigs have also inspired many household dcor in the form
How to Recycle Bedsheets
If you have bedsheets that you no longer need, recycle them instead of throwing them away. Bedsheets are often made of a versatile material that can be turned into almost anything, including items you can use around the house. You can also donate the sheets to a variety of organizations that need th
A Study of Furniture Elements for Smaller Bedrooms
Furniture is the most important element in a bedroom. Let'sexplore some creative ways to make use of our everydayfurniture.
How to Customize Curtains
Looking at a drab pair of curtains can make your room appear bland or unexciting. While new curtains can be expensive, it only takes a few steps to customize curtains to look anyway you want with added accessories or fabric. Plan how you want your curtains to look when and purchase the supplies you
Dealing With Odd Shaped Apartment Spaces
Sometimes apartments have oddly shaped areas that prove to be a decorating challenge. Although these unusual spaces can be interesting simply because of their shape, the trick is to work with the spaces in a way that accentuates their unique shape, while maximizing their usability.
Redecorating - The Budget-Friendly Way
Are you working on an interior design, but have limited funds?Discover quick tips for redecorating, the budget-friendly way, including the purchase of used furniture, the addition of area rugs and more!
How to Make a Surfboard Headboard
Making a surfboard headboard is a simple way to decorate your bedroom. Depending on the size of your bed and the available wall space, you can hang one board or two joined boards horizontally behind your bed, or connect three boards and hang them vertically. Old wooden surfboards have a lot of charm
How to Paint Over Popcorn Ceilings
Popcorn ceilings, also referred to as acoustic ceilings, are ceilings that have a rough and stippled texture. As with other types of ceilings, popcorn ceilings can turn yellow, or the paint can fade or get chipped over time. Because of their texture, you may need to apply several coats of paint or p
How to Install Wallpaper
People who own brand-new houses or bought a unit in a condominium want to add a character to bare walls. Even with minimalist enthusiasts, they want to place at least a piece of decoration on the wall, be it a single picture, painting, sculpture, emblem, or a display of colorful lights.
Don't Move! Revamp Your Home's Style With Interior Designing!
Boost Your Home's Appeal with Interior Design It's inevitable - at some point during the life of your home, it'll need a little TLC or design updating. Trends come and go, and rooms start to ...
Tips on Matching an Antique to Your Current Furniture Pieces
Mixing a €new€ antique with certain styles such as rustic, ranch or country may be a breeze, but there are other styles that can be far more challenging in terms of getting the right look ...
Model Luxury Home Design Concept Mediterranean
Many people think of luxury homes in a specific sense, because in general, houses of this type have shapes, sizes, models, and designs vary. At first glance when we hear or see the word luxury ...
How to Evaluate Mattresses
Picking out a mattress can be a daunting task. There is no shortage on types, brands and styles of mattresses. It is important to narrow the field, however, and find the mattress that is right for you. Purchasing a mattress is expensive but should be considered an investment. This purchase will affe
How To Select A Fireplace Screen
Trying to decide which fireplace screen to buy can seem overwhelming. There are many shapes, colors, styles and sizes available. Here is some help to select the fireplace screen that is just right for you. ...
Zafu Sewing Instructions
A zafu is a small round pillow drawn from Japanese culture. It is often used for meditation during yoga or placed on the floor to be used as a cushion. When pairing the zafu with a zabuton, or rectangular cushioned mat, the zafu provides a nice cushion to elevate your pelvis and allows you to work o
How Do I Create a Life-Size Tree?
Life-sized trees add realism and drama to haunted houses, stage sets and faux indoor gardens. You can also use them as classroom activities when reading "The Giving Tree" or studying family history or life cycles. As homemade props go, life-sized trees aren't very expensive or difficult to make. The
Decorating Ideas for a Teen Bedroom
Decorating a bedroom is a chance for a teenager to express their personality. Teen bedrooms have to serve many purposes including acting as an office and living room. Teens often want to update their childhood room as a rite of passage. Use it as a learning opportunity to teach your child about budg
How to Adjust Vinyl Blinds
Unlike custom wood blinds, vinyl blinds usually come in one length: Long. Consequently, you must shorten vinyl blinds to fit your window. Incorrectly adjusting a vinyl blind set can leave excess string hanging from beneath the connecting blind. While metal or wood blinds often have adjustable coi
Discount Granite Countertops
Granite is relatively expensive, with prices starting at $60 a square foot. The majority of the cost is not in the stone itself, but in the quarrying, transportation, polishing and installation. Typically homeowners will contribute labor on improvements to reduce costs, but installing granite counte
Top 3 Landscaping Books
Read these reviews of landscaping books so that you'll know whether to send them as gifts without having to read them yourself from cover to cover!