Especially if you live near a water way, the melting snow and ice can cause water levels to rise and water to seep into your home. Using the same sandbags that municipalities within flood planes use can help protect your basement or garden shed from flooding.
Read MoreOur first spring e-newsletter is out! What do you think?
Read MoreThis pile of left over Minkee looks innocent doesn’t it? Just a few strips of fabric. But ask some quilters and sewers on Facebook what to do with this and WILD array of fabulous ideas pour out… not a one of them said to throw it away!
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We all want to unwind in comfort and the latest movement is for out to be in. Rather than relaxing in our family rooms and dens, people are retreating to their patios, porches, poolside, decks, and lawns. An ideal way to bring the interior style outside is to frame this space in bold patterns, inspired designs, oriental motifs, or contemporary designs.
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If you’re starting a new garden or redoing a corner of your existing one, you might want to consider adding some soothing Japanese garden elements. This style of garden is very clean, calm and simple, and looks stunning with more contemporary or mid-century modern homes.
Read MoreToday is dedicated to the small, agricultural city of Lucca, in Tuscany, which will forever have a piece of my heart wherever I roam. Besides the delectable cuisine, the mellow attitude of the Lucchese people, and the amazing emphasis on cycling, the city of Lucca contains the beautiful Palazzo Pfanner.
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It’s that time of year again. Spring. That delicious season when the air turns warmer, birds start to sing, flowers start to bloom, and mud reigns supreme. Spring is one time of year when mudrooms become near necessities in a home. Unfortunately for many of us, all homes are not equipped with these nice-to-have rooms.
Read MoreSometimes we need a little kitchen “Up-do”. I can see you looking around.. how in the world does she “Up-do” a kitchen?
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The Outdoor Living sensation in urban and suburban settings continues to integrate into our daily lives. More and more time is spent in Outdoor Living rooms. Outdoor Kitchens, Grilling stations and Pizza Ovens are some of the most admired features in Outdoor Living projects.
Read MoreThe contest invites submitters to upload a current photo of their porch, patio, deck or outdoor space. Then, contestants find the patio furniture or backyard structures they would use to make it over into a beautiful, functional Outdoor Fifthroom. Using the photo caption box to talk about the products they chose and why they chose them, contestants can create a true design scheme and decorating plan to share with their family and friends.
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