Articles for category: Decorating & Design

How to Build a Laptop Side Table

Today laptops are not only as powerful as most consumer level desktops but also they have become very affordable creating a new level of ubiquity. In the same way that consumers began to ditch their home phone service and going “all cell phone”, more and more people are leaving their desktop computers in the dust ...

DIY – Braided Area Rug

Braided Area Rugs are a great way to liven up your living area very inexpensively and they are a lot of fun to do. I got interested in braided rugs because I do a lot of other fabric crafts and I had a lot of leftover fabric in different colors and sizes that I wanted ...

Make Your Own Plant Stands

Plant stands are easy to make out of things you probably already have at home. There’s no need to go out and spend a bundle on displays for your plants – you’ll have a blast making your own. There are so many different things around the house that you can use for a plant stand. ...

Ideas for Unique and Custom Coffee Tables

Creating a unique and custom coffee table is a great way to add a designer touch to your existing décor. Unique custom coffee tables give you a chance to show your individual style and personality. Creating you own custom coffee table can save a lot of money. If you are sick of the same of ...

Top 5 Do’s and Don’ts of Vintage Wallpaper

With the recent American craze of everything vintage, wallpaper has surely taken the lead. What once was an interior designer’s worse nightmare (aside from wall paneling) is now a decorating staple. Now, before you jump on to the vintage wallpaper wagon, make sure to read my top 5 Do’s and Don’ts of using vintage wallpaper ...

Where to Buy World Flags Online

If you’re wondering where to buy world flags online, there’s no shortage of websites. I unwittingly discovered the abundance of flag stores when I casually searched for a Slovak flag to hang in my kitchen. Instead of the five minutes I expected, the whole flag-shopping process took almost an hour. As I became engrossed in ...

How to Build Closet Shelves

Building shelves in your closet is one of the easier DIY projects. Depending on the size and type of closet the process may vary a little. However, for the most part, building a shelf in any situation is pretty much the same. Decide on the type and size of shelves. In a clothing closet, you ...

Low Maintenance Flooring Options for Your Home

Flooring is an important part of the interior design scheme throughout your home. It’s also one of the more “used” elements; it’s subject to foot traffic, the weight of furniture and potential damage from water or other substances. Flooring also requires maintenance. Reduce the time and effort needed to keep your flooring looking good by ...

Spring Paint Colors for Living Rooms

These Spring nature-inspired paint colors for a living room, encourage you to bring the natural hues of the outdoor environment into your home. Creating a Zen-like peacefulness in your living room, using nurturing paint color tones, can help you promote a serene gathering place for family and friends. Not only are Spring color trends mocking ...