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High Point Market: Mad for Mad Men

Mad Men has become such a sensation!  It's popular 60's era style has slowly trickled down into the fashion and now the home furnishings industry...Finally!!  This High Point did not disappoint with the Mad Men-inspired mod furniture.   Almost every showroom had a piece, that screamed Mad Men influence, and I loved every piece I saw!!   Read more >

Sonia Kashuk at Target, Beauty for Every Woman

In 1999 the Sonia Kashuk beauty brand was born in partnership with Target stores. At around the very same time, while wandering around Target one day, I found a perfect little eyeshadow brush and, because it was so pretty, I bought it. It was a Sonia Kashuk product, and it was the first eyeshadow brush I bought that didn't come free with an eyeshadow compact. I remember feeling very professional about having purchased it. Though I don't use it daily, I still have the eyeshadow brush - over 10 years later, and I am now well aware of the "luxury at mass" brand that is Sonia Kashuk.  Read more >

When Cleaning Out the Closet Requires Professional Help

I'm a slob. I admit it. I'm not proud of it; in fact, it drives me crazy. Clutter stresses me out, and yet ... I just let it pile up because finding the time to clean it all stresses me out, too. It's a vicious cycle.  Read more >

Spring Decor Trends 2012

Spring is in the air...I can just feel it! And bright colors are being seen all over the interior design and fashion world right now. And with this unseasonably warm winter the thought of cold weather makes me shudder. Cold weather is no longer welcome in my book:). I'm absolutely loving that the flowers are beginning to bloom, if they haven't bloomed already. The tulips, daffodils, azaleas, etc are creeping in.  Read more >

It's All About the Details: Railing Design

I posted a couple of days ago about beautiful entry ways, and so often entries have grand staircases. And those staircases are usually the focal point of the entry. When designing a home, one of those little details that can often be looked over is the railing design on your stairs and landings (inside and outside) and gates. Remember, no detail can go unnoticed.  Read more >

17 Tips To Organizing A Stress-Free Get Together

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Q: I want to invite friends over more often but I find I get overwhelmed by pulling together and hosting parties and get-togethers. How can I organize an event without getting so stressed out that I can't enjoy myself?
A: Read on for 3 key points to remember and 17 simple tips for organizing great get-togethers that both you and your guests will enjoy!

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Coffee Table Vignettes

I love coffee tables not only because they're functional but because they're a great way to show off your personal style in a high traffic space. It's the perfect place for books on your interests, candles, vases with seasonal blooms, and other decorative objects that show off your personality. It's also a great way to introduce color into your room. As I mentioned in my previous post, trays can be a great way to organize your odds and ends.  Read more >

2012 Decorating Ideas: It's All about Blue & White

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The word to describe blue and white color scheme--CLASSIC.  Blue and white made a huge reappearance about 4 years ago, and it's never really gone away.  Sure other color schemes have had increased popularity, but blue and white has since remained, coming back in a new, refreshing take year after year.  Read more >

5 Tips To A Cleaner Closet

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It's a new year and the perfect time to organize your closet!I know it doesn't sound like a lot of fun but I have five tips that will make it seem painless, and, I promise, you'll have less trouble getting dressed in the morning. And I'm not recommending one of those thousand dollar closet systems either! 1. Bite the bullet, throw out the plastic and wire hangers and get some of those flocked ones like these from Bed Bath and Beyond  Read more >

Budget Thanksgiving Decor: Leaves

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I'm always looking for cheap ways to decorate my home. Then again, I never want my home decor' to look cheap.  It's a challenge I enjoy.  So, I am going to share a couple of my ideas for cheap Thanksgiving decorations, today it's all about leaves.  Read more >