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Use What You Have Decorating: A Vote Of Confidence

January 7, 2012 Articles

When you write how-to books (in my case decorating how-to books), you never know who you’ve helped unless the readers contact you or you happen to meet somewhere. Yesterday, as I read an article in the New York Times, I was surprised to learn that the subject of the story had used my first book, [...]

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Top Interior Design Trends For 2012

December 6, 2011 Accessories

Are you interested in what’s in store for home decor? Here are some  of the top interior design trends predicted by design pros for 2012.  

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Before And After Decorating: A Contest Winner’s Room Redesign

July 21, 2011 Accessories

If you love seeing before and after room redesign in real homes  – and, seriously, who doesn’t like a good decorating makeover? – here is a story about a redecorated living room that was done a few months ago for the Use What You Have Interiors contest winner at FabOverFifty.com. The room was completed in [...]

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Decorating for the Wonder Years

May 13, 2009 Articles

Flexible furniture makes things easier By ClubMom Decorating Expert Lauri Ward Here are a few ideas for ways to transform baby’s room into a more grown-up-looking space for a small child: Replace the rocking chair with a comfortable upholstered chair for reading. Many changing tables are set atop a complete bureau. By removing the changing-table [...]

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