Encouraging Abode Decorating to Get the Teens to Organize

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

First Abode or Downsizing: Tips for Decorating a Smaller Space

You have landed your first job and are venturing out to move into your very own abode. The kids are gone and the house is too big so it is time to downsize to a more manageable, but tinier, abode. The one main problem, how do you fit everything that you have accumulated and want … Continue reading First Abode or Downsizing: Tips for Decorating a Smaller Space

Area Rugs to Enhance Your Abode’s Decor

Area Rugs can put a finishing touch to your Abode décor, but can be costly. Remember the best quality material is wool, followed by nylon. You can read more about the types and materials of yarn and weave in my examiner articles, Flooring for Your Abode, Part Three ‘A’ and Part Three ‘B’. You can … Continue reading Area Rugs to Enhance Your Abode’s Decor

Accessorizing the Abode’s Décor

When getting dressed we know that the outfit is not complete without the perfect accessory. Sometimes we are in business mode making sure we are wearing the appropriate shoes. At night we might go with funky necklaces to tie our outfits together. Perhaps it is a dreary day and a bright tie and hanky will … Continue reading Accessorizing the Abode’s Décor

Decorating the “Man Cave” in Your Abode

The term “Man Cave” obviously is derived from Cave Man days when, supposedly, man ruled over woman. Now woman has her say. She works, contributes, takes care of the family, and the home. Modern day woman is the decision maker when it comes to fashioning the abode. The modern day man longs for a place … Continue reading Decorating the “Man Cave” in Your Abode

Interior Design Tips to Help You Furnish Your Space

After you have planned out on paper what you would like your space to look like (check out my previous post on Floor Planning), it is time to go shopping. Do not be afraid to browse the stores. Remember to be confidant and completely happy in your purchases. Just as in a car salesroom, do … Continue reading Interior Design Tips to Help You Furnish Your Space

Decorating with How-To Help

You are longing to redecorate the abode but the cost for a total makeover is beyond your budget. Everyone is looking to save these days, whether it is on a new kitchen or a piece of furniture. A fantastic way to cut costs and have fun is to take some do-it-yourself classes. Home Depot is … Continue reading Decorating with How-To Help

Fall 2011 Interior Decorating Trends

Autumn is the time that everyone is looking at the hottest styles. The teens want the newest fashions to wear to school and the home is longing for a little freshening to go with the new season. There are some cool and exciting trends for the fall of 2011. With the world’s economy challenges, the … Continue reading Fall 2011 Interior Decorating Trends

Decorating to Dress up the Bathroom

Everyone dreams of having that beautiful, huge, Master Bath that we see in magazines.  The whirlpool is large and sits in front of a beautiful picture window. His and her vanities are spacious. Everything is in place and shining. We always want what we do not have. Think about how you can make the most … Continue reading Decorating to Dress up the Bathroom

Decorating Tips on Painting Your Home, Inside and Out

First things first when painting is to decide what areas you would like to paint and to pick your colors. You can get some suggestions on the web. Look at sites like Benjamin Moore for some ideas. You can plan a consultation with an Interior Designer, such as weberlifedesign.com, for expert color selection. When painting … Continue reading Decorating Tips on Painting Your Home, Inside and Out