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Old World Style-Part 2
If you are in the process of building a new home or redesigning your existing home and Old World style is your design goal, architectural salvage yards and antique stores can be great resources for authentic and unique items.
Architectural Salvage Yards and Warehouses
Items found in an architectural salvage yard have been obtained from buildings and [...]
Old World Style-part I
Many people dream of living in an ancient castle with its gothic style windows, massive stone fireplaces, huge rooms and ancient artifacts. But for most of us, our home is our castle. Fortunately, it is possible to incorporate many of the design elements found in old world style into your own decorating.
• You can [...]
Mardi Gras Carnival Theme Party Décor
Regardless of whether you live in New Orleans or not, everyone seems to look forward to Mardi Gras (which means fat Tuesday in French). It is the perfect excuse for a party and it has a theme already built-in, making decorating for a Mardi Gras party very easy. Mardi Gras takes place on [...]
Valentine’s Day Candles…What does your candle say about you?
Valentine’s Day celebrations can mean different things to different people. Perhaps you are ready to “pop” the big question to that special someone in your life or maybe you use this universal day of love to recommit to a long time partner. You might find yourself, like many couples today, with a house full [...]
HOW CAN A MATTRESS PROVIDE BACK PAIN RELIEF AND TAX RELIEF?
Oh my aching back!!! According to the American Academy of Family Physicians, back pain is the fifth most common reason for doctor visits. Nine out of ten adults will experience some degree of back pain during their lifetime. There is now a way to get some relief for your back pain and send less [...]
Western Design Style
Part of the fun of travelling to different areas is enjoying the local style of architecture and design. Western, or lodge, design creates a cozy and comforting feeling through the use of textural fabrics, exposed and weathered wood, hand forged iron and locally inspired artwork.
Like many other areas of the country that have a particular [...]
The Use of Classic Motifs in Home Décor
Architectural features have always been a source of inspiration when it comes to interior design and home décor. Interpretations of columns, shields, arches, vines and other symbols found on ancient buildings can be used as decorative items in your rooms.
For example, the wall hook pictured features a fleur de lis symbol at the top. [...]
Re-create the Movie Theatre Experience in your own Home Media Room
Movies have the ability to touch all of our senses. We hear the conversations and the music, we see the beautiful scenery and the actors, we feel through our emotions as well as tactical elements such as the leather of the chairs and we certainly taste and smell via the yummy treats we allow [...]
Nativity Sets as Christmas Décor
Nativity sets have been part of Christian holiday celebrations since the 17th century. Originally a Catholic tradition, Protestants followed suit in the late 1800’s and since that time, setting up the Nativity has become a beloved Christmas tradition in many homes and schools. Nothing can be sweeter than the voices of young children singing [...]
Creepy Crawly Pumpkin Ornaments
Halloween is all about scary witches, spooky ghosts, happy go lucky jack-0-lanterns and anything creepy crawly. However, if you are looking for something a little different that will set your decorations apart from all the others, these pumpkin ornaments may be just the answer.
The spider pumpkin ornaments are very simple to use:
1. Clean [...]
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