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- 2007-11-13 22:16:19 - Easy dining room makeover
- A dining room can be such a fantastic place to entertain, but it can easily be underused if you often eat in the kitchen or in front of the telly instead. Here are a few hints to make it a more special place to spend time?1) Adding a table cloth and a vase (a pint glass or milkbottle will do for that 'shabby chic' look that is very in at the moment) full of flowers (pick wild ones fr...
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- 2007-11-13 22:16:19 - Bollywood boudoir... on a budget
- "Bollywood" is the next really big thing in interior decor. You can transform your bedroom really easily into a Bollywood boudoir with some very simple touches:First you have to go shopping. Yay! No, seriously, find your nearest sari shop and buy some sari silks. All cities and most big towns have one - have a look in the phone book if you don't know where to find yours, and don't be...
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- 2007-11-13 22:16:19 - Decorating a kids room
- The most important thing to consider when decorating a child's room is to make the child comfortable. You want to surround them with fun, playful items. The way this room is designed is going to have an effect on the psyche of the child, so allow room for imagination and freedom.It may be helpful to let the child help you decorate. Pick out the colors, or the wallpaper together. One trick i...
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- 2007-11-13 22:16:19 - Psychology of colors: the dining room
- Colors affect our minds, our physiologies, and our social interactions. The colors you choose when decorating a room can have an effect on any occasion that you hold there. The dining room is a place of delicate social situations that occurs between the most intimate of relationships. By first considering the psychological effects of the following colors, one can help to make the dining room a mor...
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- 2007-11-13 22:16:19 - Decorating the bathroom ? dress your mess for less
- The bathroom may be the hardest room to decorate. Its use and nature make the room decorative uninspiring, and its limited size and necessity of function make it difficult to add very much. Further, making a major change to the room's décor generally requires huge sums of money, when you consider the expense of changing tiled floors or walls, or replacing existing fixtures such as...
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- 2007-11-13 22:16:19 - Feng shui tips for your kitchen
- Feng Shui (say "fung shway") associates the kitchen with both health and prosperity. Couple this perspective with the role of the kitchen as "the heart of the home," and you can see that any feng shui problems in this room can have a significant impact on your family. Here are some quick tips for improving the feng shui of this important area of the home.Good housekeeping is ...
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- 2007-11-13 22:16:19 - Soothing symbols as home decor?
- Did you know that our bodies can automatically react to certain environmental changes and stimuli, even to symbols you might use as decorative accents? I have a little experiment for you to try in a moment so you can experience the power of this idea. Once you see the reactions that can occur, you may find you will want to to use this idea towards creating more soothing and peaceful home and offic...
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- 2007-11-13 22:16:19 - Unique tin can candle holders
- Ah yes the good old Tin Can. The tin can has been around for years, providing many different projects to be made from tin cans. They are one of the most versatile mediums for crafts, besides wood and foam. Best part about them, they are cheap. Tin cans can be used to make all kinds of candle holders, providing a unique touch to your home or garden. In this article, we will share some ideas on how ...
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- 2007-11-13 22:16:19 - Embossed votive holder shade
- Create the look of a Stained Glass Votive HolderSupplies Needed:Most items can be found in the Scrap booking/Stamping section of your local craft store.Straight-Sided Clear Glass Votive HolderVellumCraft Markers of various colorsHole PunchDecorative StringEmbossing Powder in your choice of colorVersamark Ink PadEmbossing Heat To...
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- 2007-11-13 22:16:19 - Preserved flower candles
- Putting flowers in your candle will add a unique look, while preserving your favorite flower.Written by Expressive CandlesWe have been asked many times, how to put flowers and other objects on the outside of a candle. So, we'll be showing you how it is done. The most important thing to remember is to be safe. Putting anything on your candle such as paint, dried flowers, ribbon and ot...
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- 2007-11-13 22:16:19 - Getting the most from your candles
- I love burning candles and have them all around the house. Long ones, short ones, fat ones, thin ones, in a plethora of colours. I burn them in the evening when I'm relaxing; I burn them at mealtimes; and I burn them in the bathroom when I'm pampering myself. Any excuse to light a candle really.But candles don't always fit the holder, and sometimes they burn down too far and the wax gets st...
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- 2007-11-13 22:16:19 - The basics of cigar humidor care
- Seasoning a Cigar HumidorTo keep the things we cherish in our lives working properly, there is an element of regular garden tending that needs to be undertaken. Whether it comes in the form of frequently changing the oil in a car, storm-proofing a rosewood deck, or seasoning a cigar humidor, without proper tending and maintenance our investments turn into disappointments. Interestingly, mos...
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- 2007-11-13 22:16:19 - Using psychology of color to influence the mood of a room
- The living room is the setting which will blend the people in your life into the occasions of your home. It is the hardest room to decorate because it has to be versatile, comfortable, and entertaining. Guests, relatives, friends; this room will be the showcase of your home for all of them. This makes the decoration of the living room especially important. The colors and designs you choose will ha...
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- 2007-11-13 22:16:19 - Psychology of color - decorating a kitchen for the subconscious
- Psychologists have studied the influence of color on the mind for years. While they have not found any effects that generalize to every society, they have found that people from the same society are affected by colors in similar ways. Using these findings it is possible to tap into the subconscious of people, and use this information when decorating to create a room that will have positive emotion...
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- 2007-11-13 22:16:19 - Decorating a bedroom for the subconscious mind - psychology of colors
- Psychology of colors ? the bedroomColor can have an astounding effect on perceptions, feelings, and interactions. Different colors evoke different memories and different ideas. In the bedroom, where one is supposed to be most at ease, it is important that you plan out your color scheme so that it creates the maximum comfort for you.Psychologists have been studying the effects of colo...
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- 2007-11-13 22:16:19 - Add beauty and elegance to your home with oriental rugs
- Oriental rugs can be purchased in a great variety of colors and patterns, and will add beauty and elegance to your home décor. When you decide to decorate a room, consider choosing one or more of these exciting and durable area rugs as a cornerstone for your color and design choices. If you are adding a rug to an existing decorating plan, you will have no trouble finding one that ...
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- 2007-11-13 22:16:19 - How to create a decorative garden window
- If you have a sunny window in a room where you don't have to worry about privacy, this décor idea will provide a country home feel along with the beauty of Mother Nature's flowers.What you will need for this project:1. Rope about 10 inches longer than your window is wide2. 6 small flower pots with handles (small ...
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- 2007-11-13 22:16:19 - Creative decorating ideas using old windows
- A Room With A ViewHave you ever wished you had a great view right outside your bedroom window but all you see when you wake up in the morning is the wall of the next-door neighbor's house? Well then follow these easy steps to create your own window with a great view.What You Will Need for This Decorating Project:1. An old window preferably with the glass still intact. You can ...
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- 2007-11-13 22:16:19 - Furniture slipcovers ? the cheap and easy way to give your furniture a makeover
- Are you tired of the look of your furniture? Do you fancy changing the appearance of your room, but don't want the cost and hassle of buying a whole new suite? Well, the good news is that giving your home a makeover can be as simple as adding some furniture slipcovers. If you have some pieces of furniture with mismatching upholstery or you simply want a change, then some new slipcovers could work ...
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- 2007-11-13 22:16:19 - Persian rugs - care and cleaning
- You've just invested in a beautiful Persian rug. Even though they are durable, they still need to be properly cared for and cleaned. A well maintained rug will last indefinitely. Let's look at some standard care tips.General Care:1. Don't forget the padding - get a quality padding to place under your rug. Padding is for more than slippage. It will extend the life of the rug by provid...
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- 2007-11-13 22:16:19 - The magic of design
- There was a time people thought the world was flat. At another point in history it was believed that women didn't have the know-how to run a business or change a tire. Then there was the one about man not being able to fly. Over time all of these fairytales have proven untrue.So it is with interior design. Until recently, many people held the belief that having their home decorated by an in...
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- 2007-11-13 22:16:19 - Crafty country decorating style ideas
- If you've ever seen Frank's decorations on TLC's Trading Spaces, then you know all about the country style of design. From stenciled drawings to wooden cows to ruffled curtains, country design has all the frills you might expect from our dear friend, Frank. When I was a little girl, my grandparents sold woodwork at the flea markets all over Tennessee and Kentucky. We had wooden calendars with doll...
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- 2007-11-13 22:16:19 - Four decorative painting techniques
- Tired of plain, boring walls? Faux finishes are a great way to jazz up your space with little cost or effort. Here are a few of the most popular finishes.Sponging: Of all faux finish techniques, sponging is the easiest, even children can do a somewhat messy reproduction of this technique. In order to sponge, you must first paint the entire area one base color. After this coat dries, then yo...
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- 2007-11-13 22:16:19 - Taking care of your futon covers
- Futon Covers are made from some of the unique & supreme upholstery fabrics produced in the home furnishings industry.Futon covers allow the customers with the exclusive opportunity of changing their room decor by changing the futon covers. The futon cover also facilitates in grand way to get customers at least peep back into the store for repeat business. Proper care and washing will greatl...
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- 2007-11-13 22:16:19 - Resourceful redecorating - budget friendly home decorating
- Spring is here and for many of us it's the perfect time to organize and decorate. As winter passes into spring, it's out with the old look and in with the new look. This is a great time to bring some new ideas into your home and liven things up!Spring is a great time to find bargains on decorating accessories at yard and garage sales. As the seasons change, many times your local thrift and ...
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- 2007-11-13 22:16:19 - Nursery room decor
- The nursery is your newborn's first room, his own little world: the environment, which in part will influence and shape his personality. As a parent your goal is to provide a surrounding that is comfortable, secure, inviting and cozy.A functional, safe and stimulating environment precedes aesthetic needs. Here is one illustration for decorating a boy's nursery. Instead of restricting the co...
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- 2007-11-13 22:16:19 - Decorating ideas for a baby nursery
- Creating a comfortable area for your baby is important to many parents. That is why so many parents are interested in decorating ideas for a baby nursery. Developing a warm and pleasant nursery is imperative because a significant amount of the baby's initial life and the parent's time will be spent in this room. It is easy to create a comfortable and warm nursery while maintaining all the necessit...
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- 2007-11-13 22:16:19 - Using color to change the size of your bedroom
- Did you ever wish your bedroom was bigger or smaller? Well if you don't have enough money to change the actual size of the room, then you can use paint to make the bedroom seem bigger or smaller.Paint is well known as one of the least expensive and easiest ways to change the look of any room, but if you pick your colors carefully you can give the space a new feel as well as a new look. Cert...
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- 2007-11-13 22:16:19 - Use a wallpaper border for a budget backsplash
- You can add some splash to your kitchen without spending a lot of money by applying a simple wallpaper border for a backsplash. You can get a pretty good bargain on borders in the closeout bin at your wallpaper store or home improvement center, but make sure they have enough of the border to go around the area you want to cover as these bargains are usually close outs and you might not be able to ...
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- 2007-11-13 22:16:19 - Home decorating & the smaller place
- "Big Things Come In Small Packages" We're all familiar with this quote, it's normally associated with gifts not home decorating, but it should be.A one or two bedroom house, apartment, condo or townhouse can be just as impressive and grand as something with fifteen bathrooms, Wow, imaging having to clean all those, I have enough trouble with two.One interesting things I hav...