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The Loft Look for a Lot Less

Going for the loft look? Before you say no, consider that this decorating sytle can work for a basement or attic space that you want to finish to make it more useable.The loft look is chic, but it's also pretty cheap because of the minimalism involved. Don't have much stuff? Perfect for this look. Have too much stuff? Sell and/or give away … [Read more...]

Summer Challenge: the 70’s String Lamp

Ah, the intricate string lamps of the 1970's. This one is quite a challenge, but is pretty cool when finished. Very archetectural looking--great for modern decor. People will not believe you made it. I suppose you could sell these if you get good at it. Figure in your time when pricing it!Only try this if you are a patient person! It might … [Read more...]

Home Decorating Projects on the Cheap

These are some nice projects that cost very little and seem pretty easy to do. There's a decoupaged small chest of drawers that looks more modern than the usual shabby chic treatment I see on these.I love the lampshade embellishment with fabric roses. It looks elegant in the same color as the lampshade. You could do this in tones that are close … [Read more...]

Pottery Barn Ideas

Pottery Barn sends their catalog to me for some reason (could be because I'm a customer). I love it. It's the only catalog I get that doesn't go straight to the trash. It has decorating ideas that seem fresh to me. And usually I have items already that are simliar to something in the catalog that they have arranged in a way I hadn't thought of. … [Read more...]

Simple Decorating Hacks for Style on a Dime

I love Myscha Theriault, the author of the linked article. She always has clever ideas for living with a sense of style even if you can't afford a lot.Check out this article not only for itself, but for all the great links to other decorating hacks in it.Click title for link at wiseBread. … [Read more...]

DIY Canvas Wall Art

What would you do if your house had a large indoor "window" in a wall? This woman decided she didn't want it in her entryway & came up with a unique solution. She put up framed canvas she made to fit the hole & then painted it on one side for a living room piece of art. On the other side she pasted on wallpaper to be seen in the entryway. Very … [Read more...]