VACATION AT HOME WITH TROPICAL GARDEN STYLE
Can’t afford to take an exotic tropical vacation this summer? No worries, learn how you can bring the tropical ambiance to your outdoor space.
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Getting the R&R You Need in Your Backyard
Every once in a while, it pays to take a break and spend time outdoors. After a long week of working hard, it’s a welcome change of pace to enjoy a relaxing weekend getting in tune with nature. You don’t need to go out of town for that, though.
Read MoreFun With Stripes
Stripes have been a popular pattern in décor forever. Yet they remain current and interesting. And just as stripes in fashion can be used to accentuate assets or hide figure flaws, stripes in décor can create illusions to help achieve certain visual effects.
Read MoreUP Scale your Junk!
Summer is perfect for yard sailing! Do you go out early? Look for amazing stuff that others don’t want? Do you check the curbs on trash day for treasures? Then your an Upscale your Junk kind of crafter and I found some cool stuff for you today!
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Cool Down As The Summer Heats Up
As the summer temperatures continue to rise, we are looking for ways to cool down. Sitting outdoors by a pool, lake, river or ocean is always a good way to begin. If you are not near any of those cooling features, try adding cool colors to your outdoor space.
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CREATING GARDEN GATHERING AREAS
We all love our gardens and want to spend time in them, right? From curling up by ourselves with a good book, or sharing the garden with our families and friends, our garden spaces serve a variety of functions.
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Making the Perfect Pet-Friendly Yard
If you own a dog at home, then chances are you’d love to let him roam free in your yard. It’s no surprise, though. While there are some pets that prefer to lounge about indoors, some can’t live without the freedom of the outdoors. We’ll explain how you can design your outdoor space so you and your most loyal companion can enjoy!
Read MoreThe Art of the Silhouette
Vintage art is back and newer than ever! And that is especially true of a vintage art form that is as fresh and current today as it was at the turn of the century – the art of the silhouette. It is difficult to look through a décor magazine, catalog or blog without running across at least one silhouette. And the best part of vintage art? You don’t have to pay a fortune to own a piece of your own – they are easy and fun to make!
Read MoreColor is Everything
Try these arts and crafts projects that would make Martha Stewart proud!
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Living Centerpieces
Tables come to life with the addition of a living centerpiece that also transforms into a work of art. Take a few ceramic, metallic or terra cotta pots, these can…
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