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How to Hang Wall Art - Part 2

Monday, October 19th, 2009

In the previous article you received some tips on hanging artwork when you move into an apartment. When you’re moving out of an apartment, you may find a few holes in the walls behind the artwork and family photos you’ve had hanging up that need to be taken care of. Depending on your lease, those little holes can have some consequences. Some landlords request that you don’t use nails or other methods of hanging artwork that leave holes at all, while…

How to Choose Children’s Bedroom Furniture

Friday, November 20th, 2009

Choosing bedroom furniture for children can be exciting, but stressful at the same time.  There are so many different kinds of furniture, styles and decorating options, it is easy to become overwhelmed. Here’s a few ground rules for choosing furniture you will be happy with–that will last for years to come. 

Choose a Matching Furniture Set

While many decorating magazines effectively put together vastly different furniture for appealing looks, it is an ultimately better choice for most of us to pick just…

Living Room Decorating Tips for the Minimalist

Thursday, November 19th, 2009

If you have ever wanted a more modern, minimalist living room, here are some living room decorating tips to streamline your most used entertaining space. 

Clear the Clutter

The single first thing to do to create a minimalist decorating affect is to get rid of the clutter. Take the trash out, pick up the old half-chewed dog toys, recycle that stack of old magazines laying around, and take that messy stack of DVDs on the floor back to the shelf where they…

Good Locations for Home Interior Candles

Wednesday, November 18th, 2009

Home interior candles can make a dull room come to life. Even if you never light them, the colors, shapes and candle holders can become a focal point in the room, or compliment your design theme. If you’re not sure where to put them, here are some great options:

Your Bedroom

If you want to create a haven in your bedroom, load it with carefully placed interior design candles. These can set the right mood for your bedroom. For example, if you…

Choose the Right Window Blinds for You

Tuesday, November 17th, 2009

Choosing the right window blinds will help you decorate, insulate and control light in your apartment. When you’re new to window treatments, you might think that a blind is just a blind. However, there are many types of blinds available to meet your unique needs. Here’s an explanation of the various blinds you can buy:

Vertical Blinds

Chances are you’re used to seeing horizontal blinds, which are standard. However, you can buy vertical window blinds to give your windows a unique look.…