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Coffee-table-book enthusiasts can get an early start on some of the most highly anticipated design books releasing this Fall. From tomes that celebrate the legendary homes of the fashion and literary elite to tips-oriented page-turners penned by some of the industry's top tastemakers, this Fall reading list is a must for any design lover. Keep reading to see which books we're tempted to pre-order this
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...Read More » - Feel free to mix three (or more) different patterns--just try to link them with common hues.
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Look inside the 250-square-foot kitchen that Country Living constructed with the help of architect Ruard Veltman and Top Chef Masters winner Marcus Samuelsson. Here, 6 tips to take "cooking out" to exhilarating new heights.
1. Go with the grain. "I like a kitchen with personality," says Marcus Samuelsson, "rather than some sterile white box." Architect Ruard Veltman introduced character-not clutter-by cladding the walls in reclaimed barn wood from Tall Cotton Supply. A vintage sign from Repop contributes an extra dose of folksy charm.
Bright Idea: A trash chute cut into the island gets rid of food-prep trimmings fast.
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2. Forget the work triangle. In a space this tight, it's not like point A is ever that from point B. So Veltman moved the Whirlpool refrigerator and double overs off to one side, behind abbreviated walls that lend a sense of separation but refuse to chop up the room.
3. The open shelv...Read More »Make the most of a small bedroom with these savvy design solutions.
Read More »From elephants to Winnie-the-Pooh, these are sure to cheer up a child's room - or the child in you.
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Quentin Blake translates the zany humor of his classic children's books into wallpaper. Paper in Color 05. osborneandlittle.com
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Cottontail
A surreal print that brings a touch of nature and an abundance of whimsy to the room. Paper in Tapioca. growhousegrow.com
Dandelion Creatures
This little piggy got made into a stylish, damask-style design. Paper in Sunny Valley, by Flat Vernacular. studiofournyc.com
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Karkulaiset
Blue elephants in green boots? Bound to fire a kid's imagination. Nonwoven paper in Blue/White, by Marimekko. newwall.com
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These are just a few of the good-for-you habits that can reverse prediabetes and ensure you never get the real thing, which can mean a lifetime of drugs and blood sugar monitoring, an increased risk of hear...Read More »I'm about to move into a new loft and I'm on a budget. I'm also always strapped for time. Given my money and time limitations, I need to be smarter about household solutions. I don't want to spend a lot for things like storage, cleaners and decor, so any way that I can save or be inventive is important. The good news is that you don't have to spend a lot of money. There are so many brilliant household tips out there! One that I loved was using a broken plastic hanger clip as a chip clip. So smart! I've got 10 more tips for you, and these will blow your mind (in addition to saving you money). - By Amy Anderson
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...Read More »Staging your kitchen appliances can become a creative venture. Instead of stacking everything up against the straight parts of your walls, why not use a convenient corner? From the smallest to the largest of cookware and appliances, a corner position may be the best solution for your dream kitchen layout. It's time for you to think outside of the box and I can show you how.
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We all have them - that myriad of small appliances and kitchen tools we can't live without - yet they clutter up our galleys and take up precious space in our cabinets. Yes, we all need our coffee makers, toasters and other small items and it's really more convenient to have them out and ready for action - but, that also means letting them take up counter space, right? Well, not necessarily.
Create a small nook in the corner of your kitchen to stash your most often used tools and equipment. You can actually build a little cabinet with small double doors in the corner space under your u
...Read More »I am a bit of a neat freak. What can I say? I like a clean house. I can't stand dirty dishes, I hate messy counters, and I pull my hair out over unmade beds. Okay, maybe saying I was a "bit" of a neat freak was an understatement, but I think you get the picture.
However, let's put my OCD on hold for a moment and talk turkey. Not too long ago, I was spending a small fortune on cleaning supplies, which I later discovered doubled as harmful household pollutants. And it was after this revelation that I began making some of my own cleaners, repurposing some old items and seeing some tremendous savings.
No. 1: Home Made Bathroom Cleaner
I found a great recipe for a homemade soap scum remover from a friend turned domestic diva turned blogger. Heat one cup of distilled white vinegar in your microwave and then pour that into a spray bottle alone with one cup of blue Dawn liquid dish soap (yes, it has to be the blue one). Spray, wipe and viola. Not only does this solution cost me
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With your Internet connection being as slow as it is, it simply doesn't match the speed of your mind. Take the time to upgrade your connection today, and allow your thoughts to move at the velocity of a high-speed cable.
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Taurus (April 20 - May 20)
Today is a perfect day to lounge on the couch with a coffee table book, dreaming about where you would like to vacation. Though you may be tempted to start looking for airfares, hold off on buying your tickets until you're certain of your desires.
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Gemini (May 21 - June 21)
This week you may find yourself acutely aware of your surroundings, critiquing every inch of caFrom painting in light colors to putting a sink outside the bathroom, here are 10 clever decorating ideas and tips for small spaces.
1. Choose a Light Palette
white living room
For his 1,450-square-foot California cottage, designer Stephen Shubel created the feeling of more space by selecting a warm "French vanilla" color scheme. The walls and ceilings were originally dark redwood, and the floors were oak. "The first thing I did was paint everything white to open it up and make it feel better," he says. Interior columns create the effect of an enfilade toward the balcony, glimpsed between curtains.
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2. Place a Table Lamp on the Kitchen Counter
"Having a lamp on the counter makes the room more intimate," Shubel says. "And when you live in a house this size, you want the kitchen to be more than just utilitarian." Giallo Siena marble counters, an antique gilded lamp, and a pilastered Edwardian china cabinet exude intimate elegance. The photo is by Marya...Read More »Give your balcony some lovin' by making a few small changes here and there to turn it into an outdoor oasis. Don't worry though, you don't have to go out and spend a fortune to get started. Follow simple tips like, when in doubt, hang and mount, to conserve floor space for seating. You will be surprised by how much extra room you'll find you have. Get the balcony you have always dreamed of with these 7 tips for beautiful balconies. - By Jaime Morrison Curtis
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...Read More »- Source: 9 Fabulous Fall Design Books You'll Want to Pre-Order
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Coffee-table-book enthusiasts can get an early start on some of the most highly anticipated design books releasing this Fall. From tomes that celebrate the legendary homes of the fashion and literary elite to tips-oriented page-turners penned by some of the industry's top tastemakers, this Fall reading list is a must for any design lover. Keep reading to see which books we're tempted to pre-order this
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...Read More » Summer is coming to a close (can you believe it?) What better way to go out in style than a DIY Carnival that the kids and all their friends will remember forever. Do you have a carnival coming up, or a carnival party you are starting to plan? Keep all your costs low by building your own ticket stand and making your own games. Go for a vintage carnival theme and make your own light-up, old-timey marquee letters. Planning this carnival will definitely be all fun and games with these 25 tutorials for a DIY Carnival.
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...Read More »- Feel free to mix three (or more) different patterns--just try to link them with common hues.
Photo: Thinkstock
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Bathing an entire room in one color--from walls to sheets and pillows--can be more soothing than you think.Photo: Thinkstock
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Black-and-white photographs are a great option for a vibrant space, where a bright painting might overwhelm.Photo: Thinkstock
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To keep bright colors from overwhelming a room, make the bedding and two walls bright white.Photo: Thinkstock
RELATED: Redecorating? Keep These 5 Things in Mind
"If you choose a solid color for your bed," says design expert Nate Berkus, "keep things interesting by experimenting with textures. Try combining felted wool with cottons and knits."Photo: Thinkstock
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