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- 2007-11-13 22:16:19 - Where to find cuckoo clock parts
- In some places, one might be able to find old men bent over tables with all of the knowledge, expertise and inventory of parts that are necessary to fix a broken or malfunctioning cuckoo clock. For those of us who don't have the time or desire to seek out such eccentric craftsmen, the Internet has become a haven for locating and purchasing any of the hundreds of individual minute pieces that make ...
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- 2007-11-13 22:16:19 - Black forest cuckoo clocks
- Known for its harsh winters, its many local artisans, and an abundance of hard woods unique to the area, Triberg in the Black Forest is the prime location for the production of cuckoo clocks. Even today, most of the world's supply of cuckoo clocks still comes from Germany, mostly from the Black Forest area. There are imitators out there but beware ? if it's not from Germany or Austria it may not b...
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- 2007-11-13 22:16:19 - The abc of being a good interior designer
- It may seem that all you need to be a good interior designer is a sense of aesthetics and a flair for design. That is a good start, yes, but it gets you about five feet forward in terms of your career. The first thing to do is to turn a latent, in-born talent into an effective tool. Just because you can figure out what looks nice and what doesn't does not make you a good designer or decorator. You...
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- 2007-11-13 22:16:19 - How a good bedroom design can boost your confidence
- Do you know that your bedroom is responsible for who you are right now.Your own bedroom is the place which you see last when you go to sleep and also is the first place you see when you wake in the morning.These two are the times of the day when you are most receptive to receive any messages, good or bad.Hey, what did I say? Good or Bad. Yes, it's true, anything you see, feel,...
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- 2007-11-13 22:16:19 - How to wash a down comforter
- Few things are as comforting on a cold winter night as a down comforter. Soft and fluffy, down comforters are like a big hug after a long day. If properly cared for, a high-quality down comforter can last for many years. So, what is the proper way to care for down? Surprisingly, down comforters actually require very little day-to-day care, aside from a little fluffing.Down comforters should...
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- 2007-11-13 22:16:19 - Protecting your down comforter
- A down comforter is a luxury item that can be enjoyed year after year -- if it is properly cared for. Frequent washings can damage a down comforter. Improper drying can lead to mold and mildew growth. For these reasons, most down comforter manufacturers recommend that down comforters only be washed every few years. As everyone knows, it is next to impossible to keep anything clean for years at a t...
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- 2007-11-13 22:16:19 - Where to buy discount down comforters
- Many people love the look and feel of down comforters, but can't afford the high price tag. Luxury down comforters can cost in excess of $5000, more than some people's cars. Luckily, discount down comforters are available.The Internet is an excellent resource in finding cheap down comforters. Overstock, for example, offers other store's leftover inventory at reduced prices. Though their pro...
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- 2007-11-13 22:16:19 - A look at luxury down comforters
- For those striving to create a bedroom retreat, a haven from the rest of the world, luxury is a necessity. Along with good color choices and fine furniture, a lavishly dressed bed is top priority. One of the most important ingredients for an extravagant bed is a luxury down comforter, and price is no object.Down comforters are made from a variety of materials. They can be made from the down...
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- 2007-11-13 22:16:19 - Buying down alternative comforters
- When the frigid winds of winter arrive, many people turn to lavish bed comforters to stay warm. Because of their luxurious feel and unbeatable warmth, down comforters are a popular favorite. However, down comforters are made from the down of ducks or geese, to which many people are allergic. Luckily, there are down alternative comforters.Many of these alternatives are made of synthetic mate...
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- 2007-11-13 22:16:19 - The benefits of goose down comforters
- It's a safe bet that you've never heard a goose complaining about the cold! Geese are equipped with down, thick fluff that grows on their undersides. This keeps them warm and protected, even in the coldest water. Goose down is incredibly insulating, while still lightweight and breathable. That is why bedding made from goose down is such a popular choice.There is a wide variety of down comfo...
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- 2007-11-13 22:16:19 - Common waterbed sheet materials
- Several materials are used to make waterbed sheets. Waterbed owners can choose between many different fabric options when buying sheets. Each fabric has its own advantages. The three most popular waterbed sheet materials are cotton, satin, and flannel. Each material is comfortable and long lasting. It is up to the person who will sleep on them to decide which is best.Sheets made of all wate...
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- 2007-11-13 22:16:19 - A look at waterbed sheet sizes
- Just like conventional beds, waterbeds come in a number of sizes. It is important to buy the appropriate size sheet for the bed, or the sheets will not fit properly and make it difficult to sleep on the bed. One must take several factors into account when choosing what size sheet to buy. The length and width of the mattress are the two most obvious things to consider, but the depth of the mattress...
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- 2007-11-13 22:16:19 - The benefits of waterbed sheet sets
- It is a good idea to purchase a full set including a comforter when buying waterbed sheets. Buying waterbed sheet sets is more economical than buying all of the components separately. Getting a comforter along with the sheets allows for more versatility with the bed and keeps the owner from having to buy a separate blanket for use during the cold months of the year. Also, it is much easier to purc...
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- 2007-11-13 22:16:19 - Finding discount waterbed sheets
- Consumers may be led to believe that waterbed sheets are more expensive than conventional sheets, but this is not true. Cheap waterbed sheets are easy to come by. Many stores and websites offer discount waterbed sheets. It is often possible to buy discount waterbed sheets directly from the manufacturer at a great discount. Committed bargain hunters can find sheets of every material and a wide arra...
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- 2007-11-13 22:16:19 - The importance of waterbed sheets
- Waterbeds provide a unique sleeping experience. They can be great for stress relief and curing insomnia. In order to keep bedding in place overnight, waterbeds require special sheets. There are numerous types of material used to weave the sheets, giving consumers a wide choice of fabrics. Each type of fabric offers its own unique advantages. Waterbed sheets come in an endless array of colors and p...
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- 2007-11-13 22:16:19 - The legend of the bayberry candle
- When colonial families settled on the Eastern seaboard, they set about on their "women's work". Each day, the women of the house were responsible for the cooking, cleaning and care of the home. In late fall, as the animals were slaughtered, women would begin making candles for the following year. The average home would require approximately 200 - 400 candles to illuminate the home for a ...
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- 2007-11-13 22:16:19 - Beds in a bag make you an instant designing pro!
- If you feel bedroom-designing challenged like I am, then bed in a bag sets may just be perfect for you! Everything you need comes in one complete set, and is designed to match or coordinate perfectly.With no guess work, your bedroom will come out looking just like those in the finest home design magazines and at a price you can afford.If you stick with the better designer brands name...
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- 2007-11-13 22:16:19 - Home care for the monsoon
- Given that the monsoon season lasts for a few months in India, there are many aspects that need to be looked into while considering home care needs. In fact, it is a good idea to get a professional to do an inspection of your home, old or new, prior to the monsoon and ensure that you find and fix the problems that keep recurring. Once they have been fixed, after the monsoon, you can plunge into th...
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- 2007-11-13 22:16:19 - Bringing the inside out
- The time of year is here when we all start spending more time outside. Look at your deck or backyard as an additional room. An easy way to do this is by bringing some of those items that you have inside your home to your new "garden room". There are great colourful and floral cushions to be found at all of the great home décor stores?don't just use them inside as accents...
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- 2007-11-13 22:16:19 - Interior decorating for cats - protecting your possessions
- Part 1The first thing a cat owner should know about home décor is to keep it simple. Cats are completely convinced that they are in charge, that the house and its possessions belong to them, and that they have every right to break rip or shred anything they like. Even a well trained cat (a possible oxymoron) will occasionally get overzealous, and with an inadvertent sweep o...
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- 2007-11-13 22:16:19 - Discover the designer within
- Limperts Academy of Design, an international awarding body for design courses, is launching its biggest ever promotional campaign this autumn, aiming to raise public awareness about the possibilities of professional design.With the help of television advertisements airing this September on satellite television and in cinemas, Limperts Academy hopes to tap undiscovered design talent a...
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- 2007-11-13 22:16:19 - What a five-year-old taught me about decorating
- My 5-year-old grandson is getting his own room. He's very excited at the prospect and quite determined to put his own personal stamp on the decorating process. I like to listen to him explain why certain things must be certain ways; it's an entertaining and charming view of the world through his eyes. I listened when he shared his decorating ideas, and this is what he taught me (my poor adult inte...
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- 2007-11-13 22:16:19 - Heirloom decorating
- I love to surround myself with things from the past. To me "heirloom" doesn't necessarily mean something really old, because memories are always in the making, and displaying a family keepsake can be treasured whether it's from last year or fifty years ago.It's easy to tastefully decorate your home with family heirlooms. Why not put them on display rather than locking them away?I hav...
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- 2007-11-13 22:16:19 - Re-using old picture frames
- It's fun taking something apart and putting it back together again in a new creative way. I work in an office where we had a lot of old promotional type posters that were very expensively matted and framed. Now that we're moving to a new office we wanted something new, but didn't want to spend a lot of money decorating. We decided to disassemble the old frames and re-use the mats to frame new prin...
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- 2007-11-13 22:16:19 - Carlton ware: a colourful collectible
- These vibrant collectibles are as charming today as they were when they were first introduced.OriginThe company Carlton Ware was formed in 1890 due to a partnership between J.F. Wiltshaw and J.A. Robinson. The company changed ownership several times during its century-old life. Today it is well known all over the world. Carlton Ware introduced this earthenware line of floral embossed...
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- 2007-11-13 22:16:19 - Trash or treasure: assessing your possessions
- One personal junk is another personal treasure. Never is that more true than when you are doing a spring clean up.The good weather held out for Fred Dowling's 25th anniversary junk day and treasure exchange. Each year for the past 25 years, co-op residents have gathered in the spirit of reducing, reusing, recycling of their possessions. Residents trade and dispose of unwanted items; it's a ...
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- 2007-11-13 22:16:19 - Essential dishwasher parts
- You may need to replace dishwasher parts from time to time. Call or visit your local appliance parts outlet. There you will find a full selection of dishwasher parts you can buy to self-service your dishwasher. Some examples of commonly replaced parts are:1) The drain hose. These are necessary for draining the machine back into the plumbing of your home. This hose can crack, tear, or become...
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- 2007-11-13 22:16:19 - How to repair your dishwasher
- Your dishwasher isn't measuring up to the price you paid for it. The dishwasher might not even turn on, the dishes aren't getting clean, or the machine won't even drain. What do you do? Instead of calling the repairman, you can save a bundle and try servicing it yourself. Open up the kick panel in back and get to work, carefully following these dishwasher repair tips:1) If your dishwasher d...
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- 2007-11-13 22:16:19 - A look at portable dishwashers
- Portable dishwashers are just the ticket for those with less than enough space for a more permanent and heavier dishwasher. They range in widths from a slim 18 inches to a maximum of about 24 inches for the "larger" portables. In general, they are also less expensive. They usually run anywhere from $200 to $500, rather than to $600 or more as with permanent units.Portable dishwash...
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- 2007-11-13 22:16:19 - The functions and benefits water softener salt
- Hard water causes an array of problems in home and industrial settings. Soap doesn't lather or rinse well, clothing, skin, and hair feel stiff or sticky after washing, and dishes appear dirty after having been run through the dishwasher. Worst of all, plumbing can become clogged when scale builds up. All of this is caused by minerals in the water. The most common minerals that cause water hardness...