How to Create a DIY Smart Home in Your New Space
Whether you are moving into own your home or rent your space, high-tech options can help you turn it into a smart home. When setting up a new house, why
How to Refurbish Used Furniture: The Power of Color
Upcycling old furniture is a great way to add unique, customized pieces to any room in your home. After rescuing items from a second-hand store, garage sale, or attic, you
How to Make a Stylish Pet Bed
When it comes to a cozy place for a peaceful snooze, nothing is too good for your canine companion. Unfortunately, pet furniture isn't always designed to appeal to your sense
Patio Refresh: Transform Your Outdoor Space with DIY Furniture Painting
Patio furniture is often the design anchor of an outdoor space. Because of exposure to the elements, outdoor furniture is also destined to see the most wear. Even if you're
5 Ways to Create Affordable Luxury with Velvet
Velvet has always enjoyed a certain sumptuous appeal — and it never really goes out of style. With frequent surges in popularity, velvet always seems to be rediscovered in new
The Right Secondhand Furniture for a Trendy Distressed Look
Sometimes, the best "new" furniture actually turns out to be something used. Not only can you save hundreds of dollars when you buy used furniture and restore it, but you
Uncorking a Natural Look
Although cork is in no danger of losing its day job as a home for pushpins and a plug for wine bottles, its form and function has certainly evolved in
Beyond Florals: Designs for Reupholstered Furniture
Buying used furniture is a great way to give your space a "new" look without actually paying new furniture prices, but it's also possible to spruce up your own used
Creative Ways to Upcycle
Far from the brightly lit design showrooms fully stocked with shiny new furniture, another hot trend is making an impact on the decorating scene. In the practice known as upcycling,
How to Pumpkin Spice Your Home
With cooling temperatures and leaves falling everywhere you look, fall represents change and is the perfect opportunity to give your home a fresh update. From introducing soft lighting to dressing