Tag: Home Improvement

Privacy Screens and Partitions to Decorate the Abode

by Carol Ruth Weber, weberlifedesign.com, posted in Decorating, design

As life becomes increasingly more expensive a growing population are finding themselves downsizing to smaller living spaces.  This is the time to be the most creative when creating our own little private nooks in our abodes. Although Shoji screens are one great option to create a moveable partition wall (Read my article, http://www.examiner.com/interior-design-in-new-york/decorating-the-abode-with-the-use-of-shoji-screens), there are … Continue reading Privacy Screens and Partitions to Decorate the Abode

Painting Techniques to Make Your Abode Décor Exciting

by Carol Ruth Weber, weberlifedesign.com, posted in Decorating, Design and Decor, painting

Whether looking at fashion or homes, there are so many different styles, cultures, and colors. Traditional, contemporary, transitional, bold or monotone colors, a neighborhood can be found to represent any or all of these qualities. Whatever your preference, colors represent many unique personalities and attitudes. Color can distinguish how different individuals think. Your abode is … Continue reading Painting Techniques to Make Your Abode Décor Exciting

Redecorating to Create a Peaceful Space

by Carol Ruth Weber, weberlifedesign.com, posted in Design and Decor

Life is always busy and hectic. When stepping inside the abode you want to shut that life outside. Unfortunately, as soon as the door shuts, most step into a completely different utter mess. The kids are screaming. Everything seems to have been dropped on the floor by your feet, literally and figuratively. It is time … Continue reading Redecorating to Create a Peaceful Space

Daylight Savings Time is over; Hello Winter

by Carol Ruth Weber, weberlifedesign.com, posted in Decorating, Design and Decor, home improvement

As daylight savings time ends this is a good time to take note of the coziness of the decor. It is time to get ready for the winter months. Get out the throw blankets to wrap yourself in as you watch TV or sit by the fireplace. Consider hanging drapery that will keep the warmth … Continue reading Daylight Savings Time is over; Hello Winter

Create Private Spaces in the Abode; Decorating with Bookcases

by Carol Ruth Weber, weberlifedesign.com, posted in Decorating, Design and Decor, home improvement, inspiration

The cost of living is very high on these days. Living expenses are going up while the living spaces are getting smaller and more crowded. We have to be creative when turning a studio into a bedroom and living room or a one bedroom space into separate rooms for a parent and child. To divide … Continue reading Create Private Spaces in the Abode; Decorating with Bookcases

Easy Redecorating for the Abode

by Carol Ruth Weber, weberlifedesign.com, posted in Decorating, Design and Decor, home improvement

We live in a fast paced world. Every day we see new items displayed in windows and on TV. The magazines tease us with brand new furnishings. With the economy the way it is, it has become more difficult these days to let loose and redecorate our Abodes. One thing to always remember is “everything … Continue reading Easy Redecorating for the Abode

Decorating the Abode with the Use of Shoji Screens

by Carol Ruth Weber, weberlifedesign.com, posted in Decorating, Design and Decor, home improvement

Everyone wants to be on the cutting edge of fashion; always looking for the latest and greatest designs in order to be one step ahead of everyone else. Sometimes the hottest creations actually are recycled ideas from the past or from other lands.  Like the song says “everything old is new again”. We often see … Continue reading Decorating the Abode with the Use of Shoji Screens

Abode Decor Home Improvements for the Best Return

by Carol Ruth Weber, weberlifedesign.com, posted in Decorating, Design and Decor

People pay a premium to own their own house. When doing any home improvement it is important to think of the resale value it will have on your home. Whether you are preparing to sell soon or in the far future it is a good idea to keep this in mind when working out your … Continue reading Abode Decor Home Improvements for the Best Return

Encouraging Abode Decorating to Get the Teens to Organize

by Carol Ruth Weber, weberlifedesign.com, posted in Decorating, Design and Decor, home improvement

The battle begins as early as preteen. All of a sudden your sweet little darling that loved to help straighten up the abode has decided to go on strike and make a statement, which is usually, “This is MY room and I should be able to do whatever I want with it”. This war happens … Continue reading Encouraging Abode Decorating to Get the Teens to Organize

Abode Decorating Having Fun with Garage Sales

by Carol Ruth Weber, weberlifedesign.com, posted in Decorating, Design and Decor, home improvement

It is that time of year. Fall is here with pleasant weekends. This is a wonderful time to take advantage of the many Garage, Yard, and Estate Sales that surround us. This is a chance to be creative with your décor. Make a list of items you would like. Measure the spaces you have that … Continue reading Abode Decorating Having Fun with Garage Sales