A Room of One’s Own (the Mom Cave)
When I was growing up, it was chic, even privileged, to have a designated playroom. A room set aside just for us kids to keep our toys corralled, spark imaginative play, and spread out. Of course, our playroom of the 1970s looked nothing like the playrooms of today… But nonetheless, it was …
Finding Deals in Home Decor
I love a good bargain, especially when it comes to home decor. It’s fun to furnish and decorate my home without spending a small fortune. So, what are the tricks for getting good deals in home decor? Sign Up for Emails Subscribe to get emails from your favorite stores, whether it be a big box …
Drab to Fab Patio Makeover!
Who wants to see a one-step patio makeover? This patio in Los Angeles was in dire need of a makeover. The patio furniture was looking good but the painted flooring and existing rug had seen its better days. All it took was this new Outdoor rug- Herringbone-Ginko to spruce up the space! I think it’s …
Weekend Project: Quick Steps to Winterizing
Whatever the weather where you are today, the calendar assures us that fall is just a couple weeks away. Fall ushers in the cooler temperatures and with it, this money-saving weekend project: winterizing your home. Knock out a few simple must-dos now before the thermostat drops and you’ll be well on your way to a …
Planning an Inspiring Craft Space
One of my Home Goals this year is to carve out a crafting space for myself. Too often I’m spread out over the kitchen table, in the driveway or garage, or on the family room rug while I’m working on projects. It’s time, I think, for me to find a little space of my own. …
Integrating Pet-Friendly Decor in Your Home
Our family includes two dogs. We have a 12-year-old yellow labrador retriever and an 8-year-old golden retriever. As you can probably imagine, our home is often filled with dog hair and dog toys. Because we love our pups, we try to make our home as pet-friendly as possible, while still maintaining our home’s style. Here …
Tips & Tricks for a Smooth Back-to-School Transition
Here we are again… the beginning of a new school year! It feels like summer just started, but my kids have been back in school for a week now and I am back in my classroom as well. A new school year is always a challenge, but having cleared that hurdle successfully for the last …
Make Something Old New Again: 5 Fun & Easy Upcycling Ideas
Do you stop the car when you see a pile of old windows in someone’s trash heap? Do you visit salvage yards to find a door to turn into something cool? If so, you already know the fun and joy of upcycling! Upcycling simply means taking something old and making it new and beautiful again. …
My Favorite Summer Recipe: Lemon-Cucumber Refresher
The dog days of summer have arrived. And when the temperatures heat up, I’m less inclined to heat up my kitchen, so we eat a lot of chilled salads and sandwiches and entrees fresh off the grill. But my favorite summer recipe of all time is this refreshing beverage, guaranteed to cool you off on …
Quick Decor Change that Packs a Big Punch: Brighten Your Built-Ins with Fabric
Sometimes you want to make a big change to your decor, but you think you don’t have time. Or, if you’re me, you are a big chicken when it comes to a major change. No – not that kind of chicken. I have been thinking about painting the back of our built-in bookcases in the …