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12/31/01 - Decorating Resolutions
Our five wishes for the New Year...
12/26/01 - Holiday Storage Solutions
Helpful hints on storing it all away!
12/25/01 - EVERYTHING CHRISTMAS
One great page of links to holiday features, ideas, photos, and projects.
12/20/01 - Holiday Placesettings
Four pages of photos with tablesetting, placecard, centerpiece, and favor ideas.
12/18/01 - A Dozen Photo Tutorials on Napkin Folding
Even if you've never folded a napkin in your life, these Photo Tutorials on Napkin Folding will have you decorating your table in no time with beautifully folded cloth napkins at every place.
12/16/01 - Quick and Easy Holiday Centerpieces
Several new photos and idea pages have been added to our popular Christmas Centerpieces photo gallery. See them all!
12/14/01 - Evergreen Centerpiece Tutorial
A step-by-step photo tutorial showing how to create your own fresh evergreen centerpiece. Includes variations to personalize it to your liking.
12/12/01 - Holiday Nosegays
Create a designer touch for your tree with these easy-to-make decorations.
12/10/01 - Christmas Decorating by Design
Decorating your home for the holidays follows the same design principles as selecting paint, furniture, or flooring. Get tips on using these principles in your holiday decor.
12/08/01 - Choosing Christmas Color Schemes
A color scheme can assist your holiday decorating. Find out more here!
12/06/01 - Christmas Holiday FAQs
Have some questions about Christmas decorating? Browse our Christmas Holiday FAQs about trees, garlands, ornaments, decorating, and lots more...
12/04/01 - Christmas Tree Skirts
Our best tips for choosing and using tree skirts!
12/02/01 - Guide the the Perfect Tree
Everything you need to know about choosing, transporting, placing, and watering a beautiful Christmas tree.
12/01/01 - CHRISTMAS IDEA PAGES
Bookmark this handy page of holiday features, ideas, photos, and projects.
11/28/01 - Stylish Slipcovers Makeover a Room
Need a quick and easy makeover? Slipcovers can accomplish a major miracle if your furniture is outdated, worn, or just plain boring. See photos and find some great online sources for slipcovers.
11/26/01 - Inviting Ways for Guestrooms
Expecting houseguests for the holidays? Here are some tips to make their stay comfortable and memorable, along with some techniques to make their stay more fun for everyone.
11/22/01 - One Great Bowl -- Lots of Easy Arrangements
How to use a bowl to make a variety of interesting, and easy, centerpieces for Thanksgiving or anytime.
11/20/01 - All Fall Centerpiece Projects
One handy page of links to projects and instructions...
11/18/01 - Fall Tablesetting Inspirations
Photos and tips on some pretty fall tablesettings that use colors other than orange and yellow!
11/15/01 - 10 Fast and Easy Thanksgiving Centerpieces
Need something to decorate your Thanksgiving table? Try some of these ideas for easy table centerpieces you can put together fast!
11/10/01 - Thanksgiving Evergreen Centerpiece
One versatile centerpiece can take you from fall into December with a few minor changes. See how and get full project instructions here...
11/5/01 - New! Easy Mantle Decor
Quick and easy decorations you can create in minutes for a Thanksgiving mantle.
11/1/01 - Thanksgiving Calendar and Projects
A handy November Planning Calendar to print, plus beautiful (and easy!) fall decorating projects with photos and instructions. Spice up your home for the holidays!
10/25/01 - Indoor Seasonal Decor
Time for pumpkins, leaves, baskets, and gourds! See some easy ways to bring a touch of fall into the house...
10/20/01 - 10 Things You Can Do Now to Prepare for the Holidays
Are your holidays too busy? Plan ahead this year with 10 things to do right now to prepare. Get tips on timesaving ideas, things you can plan, do, and accomplish BEFORE the holiday rush. Don't be stressed out -- get organized!
10/15/01 - Furnishings on a Budget
You have great taste, you know what you want... but you can't afford it. If this is your dilemma you'll enjoy this look at sources for cheap or reasonably priced furnishings for your home.
10/11/01 - Halloween on the Net
A sweet and spooky look at Halloween on the Net. Resources for decorating, entertaining, costumes, parties, centerpieces, wreaths, and more! Don't miss this for some great seasonal fun!
10/8/01 - Outdoor Seasonal Decor
Love the autumn? See these photos of ways to decorate the outside of your home for the fall season. Take a look and get inspired!
10/8/01 - Ordering A Decorating Project
So you want to update your living room. Once you've selected the furniture, where do you start? Should you paint first or carpet? Find out here.
10/1/01 - Warming Up Your Bed for Winter
It may be Indian Summer now, but in a few weeks the snow will fly. Here are some tips and products that can keep you cozy at night. Also, great net sources for bed linens, comforters, and more!
09/30/01 - Fast Fall Decorating
Five pages of super quick projects and ideas for fall decorating. Sections on centerpieces, tablesettings, doors, mantles, and more.
9/24/01 - Designer Interviews
Explore some fascinating interviews with several well known interior designers, as they discuss trends, color schemes, budget decorating, childrens rooms, seasonal changes, and much more.
9/17/01- Newly Updated! - Guide to Bed Sizes
Confused about the difference between King and California King? Don't know how much longer an Extra Long is? Learn more about bed sizes and find out which one might be best for your room.
9/10/01 - Arrange the Furniture Before You Build
Anyone who has built or remodeled a home knows the sense of anticipation that surrounds final completion and moving in. But how can you be sure that everything will fit and will work well for your family? See these considerations for arranging the furniture before you build.
9/3/01 - Fantasy Beds for Kids
Children who dream of being Cinderella, cowboys, race car drivers, and more will feel right at home in these fantasy kids beds. See what's new!
8/27/01 - Decorating Dos and Don'ts
If you love to do it yourself, then our Decorating Dos and Don'ts might help focus your projects. Four pages of great tips!
8/20/01 - Versatile Furnishings in a Child's Room
Plan ahead for a growing child by creating a room that is long-lasting and versatile. Find out how to design a bedroom that will go beyond babyhood, and see some great example of convertible furnishings.
8/13/01 - Mudroom Makeover Tips
Is your coat closet a nightmare? Is your foyer so crowded with boots that you forget what color the floor is? It may be time for some mudroom clutter control tips!
8/10/01 - The Elements of Tuscan Style
Tuscany brings to mind sun-washed hillsides, vineyards, farmhouses, and an earthy outdoor lifestyle filled with food and friends. Explore this rustic style here.
8/6/01 - Making a Small Bathroom Look Bigger
When you have a teensy bathroom or bedroom you need some decorating tricks to help visually expand the space. Get some ideas on strategies to make your tiny rooms feel bigger.
8/1/01 - What's HOT for Dorms!
Want to know what's new for Fall, 2001? Here are TWO pages of hot colors and hot products showing up in dorm rooms all across the country. Take a peek!
7/31/01 -
Newly Updated: Kitchen Islands
Get some tips for planning a kitchen with an island, and for adding an island to an existing kitchen. Also, browse the "Links" page for over four dozen fabulous kitchen island photos!
7/30/01 - Terrific Ways To...
Want some terrific ways to update the look of your home? These pages offer creative and useful ideas to redo, makeover, update, and revive tired rooms.
7/23/01 - Dorm Decor 2001!
Get tips on storage, decorating ideas, as well as links to some great furniture and accessory sources just for college students.
7/20/01 - Artwork on a Budget
No budget for artwork? No problem! Choose from these ideas for free, and almost free, ideas to create your own custom artwork for your home.
7/16/01 - An Interview with Designer Charlotte Moss
It's been years since Charlotte Moss made the leap from the world of Wall Street into the world of decorating and design. Find out more about Charlotte in this interview.
7/12/01 - You Might Need a Designer If...
Do you need a professional interior designer or decorator for your project? Find out here with these reasons why you might want to hire a pro, or if you're better off doing it yourself.
7/9/01 - Before You Move In
Are you moving soon? Don't miss this list of our best tips and projects for things to do before the moving truck arrives!
7/1/01 - Celebrate July 4th!
Celebrate the Fourth of July in style with these centerpiece ideas, decorating projects, ideas, links, and more!
7/1/01 - Easy Centerpieces for July 4th
The Entertaining on July 4th? Then don't miss these quick centerpiece ideas. Start with a plant or simple arrangement and add a few flags and a bow. Easy, simple, terrific!
6/25/01 - What is French Country Style?
The French Country style has its roots in the sunny hillsides of rural France, with rooms that are rustic, warm, cozy, and appealing.
6/18/01 - Bathroom Updates
Have a dull, boring bathroom? Choose from these easy projects and ideas to add some life in only one weekend...
6/11/01 - Cool Off with Ceiling Fans
Ceiling fans are a terrific way to keep cool and save energy in hot summer weather. Learn more here about features and options before you buy a ceiling fan.
6/9/01 - Summer 2001: Project and Idea Pages
Summer is here! It's time for some great home improvement projects, decorating info, and tips! See this page of fun summertime ideas.
6/7/01 - Special for Father's Day
Celebrate Father's Day with some fun and unique gift ideas and make it yourself table centerpieces -- just for dad!
6/4/01 - Storage a Child's Room
Storage in a child's room is almost as important as the wallpaper or curtain choice. Find out some unique ways to tackle storage of toys, collections, books, trophies, hobbies, and more.
5/28/01 - Decorating in a
Contemporary Style
Contemporary interiors use straight lines, sculptural elements, art, and bold color. If you love clean, spare, and unique design, this may be the style for you. Find out more here.
5/21/01 - Window Treatments in a Child's Room
Window treatments in a child's room deserve special consideration for safety, function, and style. Use these tips to help choose!
5/16/01 - You're a Home Decorating Fanatic When...
Take our just-for-fun quiz, and give yourself a point for each statement that describes you!
5/14/01 - How to Read Decorating Magazines
Decorating magazines offer a terrific source for decorating ideas. Get some techniques to learn more from magazine photos.
5/7/01 - An Armoire for Every Room in the House
An armoire is a great value in home furnishings. Not only are they beautiful, but they can function admirably in nearly every room of the house. Find out how to use an armoire and see some photos of beautiful armoires.
Spring, 2001 -
Designer Showhouses for Spring
The new Spring 2001 designer showhouses are here! Browse listings by state.
4/30/01 - Top 10 Things to Put at the End of a Bed
Have some room at the end of a bed? There are lots of ways to use this space to add some function or style to your bedroom.
4/28/01 - An Interview with Lyn Peterson
Lyn Peterson, owner of Motif Designs fabric and wallpaper, has honed a wonderful sense of "childproof" style in her own home. Read her techniques for decorating a home full of kids.
4/25/01 - Window Treatment Hardware
See some of the new options in window hardware, including cable systems, iron, colored metal, thin and thick rods, shelf units, and more. If you're in the market for window treatments you'll enjoy taking a look!
4/23/01 - An Interview with Mary Baltz
Mary Baltz, contributing editor to Victoria Magazine, believes in white. Her home is a study in whites, a place where small additions of color make for instant, welcome changes. Read more about her unique style and get tips on decorating with whites.
4/20/01 - Earth Day 2001 - What You Can Do
There's more to saving the earth than putting newspapers in a recycling container once a week. What else can we do? Knowledge is power when learning to save the earth, and these tips will help...
4/16/01 - Designer Interview: Tricia Foley
Tricia Foley, author, editor, and product designer loves natural colors and vintage linens. She employs a simple decorating style that is both practical and personal. See her darling cottage and read some of her decorating style tips.
4/9/01 - Interview with Ann Fox
Interior designer Ann Fox has developed her own style of soft vintage looks based on the palest of whites, creams, and rosy pinks. In this interview she offers down-to-earth advice on approaching decorating projects.
4/2/01 - Lessons in A Small Room
So you look at decorating magazines and think, oh sure it's easy for them, they have a large room... while my living room is the size of a postage stamp! Well, here's one room with lots of space lessons for smaller homes and apartments. It's multi-functional, beautiful...
3/26/01 - Interview with Rachel Ashwell
Are you a fan of Shabby Chic? You'll enjoy this interview Rachel Ashwell, as we discuss some of her unique decorating ideas, her tips for new decorators, and which fabrics she recommends for easy care slipcovers.
3/19/01 - Fresh Looks for Decorating Garden Rooms
View the very newest collections from Waverly and Target, featuring floral garden looks in products for bed and bath.
3/12/01 - Ottoman Style
The ottoman may be one of the most versatile pieces of accent furniture on the market. More than just a footstool, it can function as extra seating, a coffee table, and even art. See lots of examples of the ottoman in action.
3/5/01 - Spring Idea Pages
Tips, ideas, photos, and projects for Spring! See flower arranging projects, tablesetting ideas, entertaining tips, photos, and more.
2/26/01 - Decorating in a Casual Style
Casual style is comfortable, warm, inviting, and homey. Almost everyone loves it. But exactly what are the elements of a casual room? Find out here...
2/19/01 - Windowcovering Basics
Learn more about windowcoverings includings options for window treatments, blinds, curtains, shades, and more. Find out what to consider before you buy, and get tips on choosing the right styles for your home.
2/12/01 - Decorating Styles and Trends
Would you like to know more about style? Or find out how to use the newest trends in your own home? Start here with the first in our ongoing series of guides on decorating styles and trends.
2/10/01 - Valentine's Day: Gifts and Memories
Valentine's Day.... flowers, candy, a special dinner, romance... and gifts! Want to give a wonderful Valentine's gift for your sweetheart? Browse some of these ideas...
2/5/01 - Treat Your "Friends" to a La-Z-Boy
"Friends" has devoted whole episodes to it, while "Frasier" still can't get over his. What piece of furniture is so hot that it's everywhere on TV?
2/1/01 - Decorating With Black and White
Love crisp and clean looks in home decor? How about black and white? Find out some ways to add black touches to your home with flooring, fabrics, artwork, and accents!
1/29/01 - Setting the Mood for Valentine's Day
Here's a list of simple ways to make your Valentine celebration for fun, more romantic, and definitely more stylish! Choose a few and create a special setting...
1/22/01 - Learning to Decorate
Are you new to decorating and don't know where to start? Or would you just like to know more about the principles of good design? Start here with great links to helpful online tutorials, classes, tips, and ideas on home decor. Have fun and learn at the same time!
1/20/01 - The White House: Tours and Trivia
Links to official sites, online tours, history, and trivia on 1600 Pennsylvania Avenue.
1/16/01 - Beautiful Decorating Books
Here are some gorgeous books to add to your collection or give as a gift. Choose from home and garden, children's room decorating, holiday, home improvement, English style, Monet, Provence, books from House Beautiful, and lots more.
1/8/01 - Flowers, Color, and Light: Monet's View of the World
Claude Monet's art has been popular for over a century, and his home in Giverny, France is a mecca for artists and art lovers alike. Learn more about his home, his gardens, and see photos of the place where he lived until 1926.
01/01/01 - Decorating Resolutions for 2001
What are your Decorating Resolutions for 2001? Here are five Ideas to help you get more from your decorating budget so you'll have a home full of furniture and accessories you love.
12/26/00 - Christmas Storage - Organizing Tips
Get organized this year with some handy tips for storing ornaments, wreaths, and holiday decorations.
Holiday, 2000 - ALL Christmas Holiday Ideas and Links
An index of all the HOLIDAY 2000 articles, ideas, and link pages. Use this to get the information you need -- fast!