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Outdoor Christmas Decorations: Front Porch Inspiration

It doesn’t take a lot of bells and whistles to brighten your front porch at Christmas. Learn how to use groupings, inexpensive topiaries, and a natural wreath (lit with a smart string of lights) to turn a front porch into a grand outdoor entry. (link: http://bit.ly/2zkpySp) bit.ly/2zkpySp Outdoor Christmas Decorations: Front ...

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Warm-Meets-Minimal Decorating

We’re here to set the record straight: Pared-down style doesn’t have to be stark. In fact, the best minimalist spaces are both calming and inviting. The secret is focusing on the essentials; the things that work and the things you find most beautiful. Need proof that clean, scaled-back spaces can ...

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Exposed Brick Designs

Highlighting an exposed brick wall can create a classic look, adding historic charm to your home. Exposing the brick behind the plaster of your home’s walls can instantly transform your living space into a welcoming, yet practical and industrial, abode. When deciding on taking this remodeling leap, consider your wall’s ...

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Interior Decorating Mistakes

Interior designers have an eye for colors, patterns, and textures, as well as a great sense of how furniture works in a space. They can tell when something is off, whether it’s the orientation of a rug or the amount of light in a room. They also know plenty of ...

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Hallway Decorating Ideas

Turn a vacant hallway space into a place to stop and take notice. Transform a blank wall into a family gallery. Before you hang anything, trace the shape of your frames onto kraft paper, and tape the shapes to the wall to plan your arrangement until you’re satisfied with the ...

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Decorating With Reclaimed Wood

Unless you’ve been living under a rock, you probably already know that reclaimed wood is a very popular design element right now. It’s an attractive and inexpensive material that can adorn just about any part of your home, including fireplaces, headboards, and ceiling beams. And now, there’s a new use ...

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