DINING ROOMS WITH A TWIST

DINING ROOMS WITH A TWIST

 Cooking shows have kicked up our kitchens and where we share our meals ~   As many of us remember, the dining room used to be separate from the rest of the...

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SUN ROOMS LET THE LIGHT SHINE IN

SUN ROOMS LET THE LIGHT SHINE IN

Outdoor living comes indoors with floor to ceiling windows ~     Growing up in Kansas City, we always had a sun room of sorts - back then they were called screened in...
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OUR TOP 10 FAVORITE KITCHEN TRENDS FOR 2016

OUR TOP 10 FAVORITE KITCHEN TRENDS FOR 2016

Textures, metals, soft color palettes set the stage for 2016 ~   Home Decor trends vary depending on who you are talking to - i.e. an interior decorator, architect or an amateur...
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FESTIVE HOME DECOR SPARKLES THE WHOLE YEAR THROUGH

FESTIVE HOME DECOR SPARKLES THE WHOLE YEAR THROUGH

Lighting adds the perfect ambiance for any occasion ~   The holiday season may be behind us as we enter a new year but that doesn't mean we have to pack away...
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KITCHEN DECOR ~ IT’S IN THE DETAILS

KITCHEN DECOR ~ IT’S IN THE DETAILS

 Throughout most of the country leaves have turned to golden yellow, burnt orange and deep crimson reds.  Our outside world and outdoor living turn inward (unless you're lucky enough to...
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THE MANY FACES OF RATTAN, WICKER AND BAMBOO IN YOUR HOME

THE MANY FACES OF RATTAN, WICKER AND BAMBOO IN YOUR HOME

Natural elements add the textured brushstrokes to your  interior canvas ~   Two of my favorite home decorating "to do's" is re-purposing and using textures, whether it's in the form of baskets,...
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WELCOME TO MY “CASTLE” ~ CURB APPEAL & HOME DESIGN

WELCOME TO MY “CASTLE” ~ CURB APPEAL & HOME DESIGN

Design creates a welcoming entrance to your house ~   We've all heard the famous English proverb "A man's (woman's) house is his castle" by Sir Edward Coke...
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CREATIVE TABLE SETTINGS FOR OUTDOOR ENTERTAINING

CREATIVE TABLE SETTINGS FOR OUTDOOR ENTERTAINING

Choose your favorite dishes, linens or found objects and create the perfect dining experience ~   When people walk into your home they are immediately influenced by your home decor whether they...
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THE INSPIRED BATHROOM TAKES YOUR HOME TO THE NEXT LEVEL

THE INSPIRED BATHROOM TAKES YOUR HOME TO THE NEXT LEVEL

Inspiration in home decor comes through many sources ~   Each of us is capable of embracing their own inner interior designer...
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10+ OUTDOOR FUN IDEAS FOR THE FAMILY & KIDS

10+ OUTDOOR FUN IDEAS FOR THE FAMILY & KIDS

Unplug the electronics and head outside for some fresh air!   Back to school supplies are filling the shelves but there's still plenty of time to enjoy a little getaway to the...
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PERFECTLY OUT OF PLACE: DIFFERENT USES FOR ACCENT FURNITURE AND ACCESSORIES

PERFECTLY OUT OF PLACE: DIFFERENT USES FOR ACCENT FURNITURE AND ACCESSORIES

How do you take an ordinary object and use it in an unusual way? Here are some great ideas on how to repurpose accent furniture and accessories in your home....
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TOP 10 DREAM SPACES FOR DAD AT HOME

TOP 10 DREAM SPACES FOR DAD AT HOME

Father's Day is a time of celebrating the importance of the men in our life!   Even though we can't imagine life without them, I think it would be safe to say...
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