HowTos Index
How To Sponge Paint a Room
Using the simple sponge paint technique, you can transform a boring space into an exciting area. Learn this simple, yet artistic treatment for painted walls in this How-To from About's Interior Decorating site.
How To Add Personality to Your Drapes With a Padded Valance
Learn how to build a padded valance box to decorate the top of your window.
How To Store and Display Books
A collection of books can be a decorative element in a room if you learn how to display books in an effective way. Learn how to display books for easy reference as well as for decoration.
How To Make an Upholstered Headboard
Making your own custom upholstered headboard can be a fun and satisfying project and add personality to your bedroom. You'll be surprised how easy it is to do.
How To Display Dishes
If you have beautiful tableware, you might want to display dishes on the wall so that you can enjoy them every day. It's a shame to keep them stacked in a cupboard out of sight.
How To Plan Your Christmas Party Decor
If you're planning a holiday party, you'll want to make sure that your Christmas party decor adds a festive air to your home.
How To Buy Wallpaper
When you're ready to buy wallpaper, be prepared with colors, measurements, and an idea of what you want. But beware, when you see all the designs and styles of wallpaper available, you might change your mind.
How To Give Your Curtains Some Class by Making a Window Valance
You can make a window valance for your home even if you don’t sew. Here are step-by-step instructions for making a window valance, with or without sewing.
How To Shop for Furniture, Fabrics, and Other Home Decor Items
Use these tips and hints to shop smart for home decor items.
How To Hang Wallpaper
Wallpaper can make a tremendous difference in the appearance of any room and if you learn to hang wallpaper the right way, you'll be ready to transform your home.
How To Decorate a Child's Room With a Theme
One of the best ways to brighten up a child's room is by using a decorating theme or color scheme. The simple How-To instructions will be easy to follow whether you're doing a boy's room or a girl's room.
How To Find a Focal Point in a Room
A simple how-to about finding a focal point for a room. What to do if there is no architectural focal point such as a fireplace or a view, and ways to add interest to a room by arranging furniture around the focal point.
How To Update Your Upholstered Furniture
When you're ready for a new or fresh piece of upholstered furniture, consider having the an old piece you have revived with new upholstery. Learn about updating upholstered furniture.
How To Hand-Wash Dishes
Some dishes are just too precious to put in a dishwasher and some just won't fit. Learn how to wash those oversized pots and pans and special dishes by hand the right way.
How To Measure for Inside-Mount Window Blinds
With or without draperies, window blinds offer light control, privacy, and beauty to any room. It's critical to measure accurately for inside-mount blinds. We'll tell you how.
How To Measure for Outside-Mount Window Blinds
Control the light, provide privacy for your living space, and add beauty with window blinds. Learn how to measure for outside-mount blinds.
How To Fold a Fitted Sheet
Do you feel that you don't have enough hands when it comes time to fold a fitted sheet? Don't despair. There is a way!
How To How To Clean Tea Stains From a China Teapot
Who'd know that a visit to the drug store is the first step to having the right supplies to clean tea stains from a teapot?
How To Make a Round Tablecloth
Make a round tablecloth for an inexpensive table round on top of a secure stand, and you'll have a custom decorative piece of furniture at a relatively low cost.
How To Use Fresh Fruit for a Centerpiece
With our easy-to-follow directions, you can make a fresh centerpiece with fruit of your choice.
How To Quick Clean Any Room in the House
Do you dread cleaning day? With our quick tips on cleaning a room, you'll be done in no time at all!
How To Add Your Own Personality to a Room
It's nice to walk into a room and feel you know a little bit about the person who uses it. Find ways to add your own personality to any room in your house.
How To Cover a Lamp Shade With Fabric
You can add a custom touch to a lamp shade with fabric that coordinates with your room's decor. Read our "how-to" and cover your own lamp shade.
How To Modernize and Update the Lighting in Your Home
Bring more light to your home with these tips. From bulbs and switches to fixtures and lamps, simple changes will help to brighten things up.
How To Enjoy a Perfect Christmas Tree
Read how to choose, set up, and enjoy the perfect Christmas tree in your home this year.