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Casual, Elegant Master Bedroom Ideas

Looking for master bedroom design ideas? Don’t miss these decorating ideas to make your primary bedroom feel comfortable and beautiful. This room has been eight years in the making… And if I’m really...

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5 Tips for Soundproofing a Home Office

Looking for ways to reduce noise for your work from home space? Check out these 5 ideas to help you sound proof your home office. With four kids who homeschool, we don’t have a very quiet house. And...

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How to Make an Art Print Look like a Painting

Want the look of beautiful vintage art without the price tag? Try this little trick to make an art print look like a painting! If lighting is the jewelry of any room, art is the facial expression. The...

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Quartz vs Marble Countertops: Which is Better?

Marble and quartz countertops are both popular choices for kitchens and baths, but which is better for your space? Find out all the pros and cons of quartz vs marble to help you choose. There is no...

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Paint Sheens

Consider this paint sheen 101: learn all about the most common paint sheens and where to use them in your home! I’ve always been drawn to the power of paint. And given the popularity of my Paint Color...

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How to Paint Wood Furniture

Learn how to paint wood furniture the right way to get a beautiful, professional finish. Breathe new life into old furniture with this tutorial! Painted wood furniture can be beautiful in so many...

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How to Install a Vertical Plank Wall

Love the look of vertical wood plank walls? Find out how to install a vertical plank wall yourself! Vertical wood plank walls bring instant character to a space. The nickel gap look can lend a cottage...

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How to Paint Laminate Furniture

Looking to give your laminate furniture a fresh look? Find out how to paint laminate furniture the right way for a beautiful, durable finish! Have you ever wondered how to paint laminate furniture so...

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How to Paint Countertops to Look Like Marble

See how a Giani marble countertop paint kit (from Amazon!) transformed this old yellow countertop, and find out how to paint bathroom countertops to look like Carrara marble! I recently painted my 40...

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Interior Design Lessons from France

Interior design lessons from France: Get 10 tips for classic french interior design inspired by the elegant architecture of Parisian apartments and ancient chateaux. I’ve always been a bit of a...

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How to Turn a Dresser into a Vanity

Find out how to convert a vintage dresser into a bathroom vanity with this step by step tutorial! As I design spaces for our new home, I know I want to blend classic character with a modern touch. And...

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DIY Over Refrigerator Cabinet Surround

Want to maximize storage with an over refrigerator cabinet? Find out how to build one yourself with this DIY cabinet surround tutorial! When we purchased our new house last year, the kitchen was a good...

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How to Wallpaper the Back of a Bookcase

Want a quick, dramatic bookshelf makeover? Find out how to wallpaper the back of a bookcase with this step by step tutorial! We are book lovers. As I strolled through our new house last summer, my mind...

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DIY Peel and Stick Floor Tile

Wondering how to install peel and stick floor tile? Get the step by step tutorial on DIY peel and stick floor tile with this gorgeous black and white floor tile! Remember the guest bath in our new...

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DIY Picture Frame Molding

Looking to add DIY picture frame molding to your walls? Check out this simple step-by-step tutorial for a beautiful, elegant result! Ever since we lived in France, I’ve been a sucker for elegant wall...

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How to Smooth Textured Walls

Learn how to smooth textured walls with this simple DIY skim coating tutorial. One of my favorite ways to add character to a space is through molding and trim work. Unfortunately, my last two homes...

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