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The Easiest Way to Style a Fireplace Mantel

11/09/2017
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If you agonize over styling your fireplace mantel, then I have a simple formula for you. Simply copy this look for the easiest way to style a fireplace mantel. In no time at all, it will look like a designer visited your home. #yourwelcome The room in my house where I switch up the vignettes…

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5 Ways to Spice up your Interiors for Fall

10/16/2017
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Fall is a fantastic time to spice up your home decor. Here are 5 ways to spice up your interiors for fall with styling ideas for warm accent colours and cozy accessories. I’m travelling this fall. We’ve been in Boston for the weekend and yesterday we drove up to Provincetown where we spent the night!…

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Before & After: How to Brighten a Dark Room

07/25/2017
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No matter how big or small your budget it, it’s easy to brighten a dark room with few styling magic tricks. Today I’m sharing another one-day transformation with you. Y’all know how much I love the instant gratification that styling brings to a room! Laura and Craig on their wedding day My personal trainer Laura…

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Ask Maria: How Can I Update my Green 90s Sofa?

04/21/2017
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I recently received a collection of photos from a reader who said “I am not certain if I will retire here or move so I don’t want to do too many drastic investments, yet I would like to update my living room” First, before we proceed, notice that her room is pristine and the photo has…

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How to Style a Vignette in 5 Easy Steps

04/14/2017
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Have you ever wished for a step-by-step guide to styling a vignette or creating a tablescape? Here are 5 easy steps for how to style a vignette and create the tablescape you long for. This is where the beginning of a “look and a feel” begins in your house! BHG Tablescapes for Dummies – The…

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How to Decorate with all Neutrals for Fall

10/04/2016
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It seems that neutrals are warming up. Here’s how decorate your living room for fall by injecting some brown – and still feel modern and fresh! For some time now, there’s been talk about browns and warmer neutrals coming back to replace gray. Last week, when someone asked if I would write a post about taupe because Sherwin Williams…

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How to get an Inspired Room Refresh

08/14/2016
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Todays post is all about my interior e-design services. For approximately one year now, I have been offering e-design colour consulting for paint colours and hard finishes. But so many of my readers need more, they need a room refresh and if that’s you, you might be in one of these dilemmas: You need to…

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