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Debbie Travis' Christmas DIY Debbie Travis' Christmas DIY
Debbie Travis' Christmas DIY
"at the end of the year, we tend not to wrap every ornament when we put our decorations away," says designer debbie travis. no kidding. instead, we snatch them from the tree, the door, wherever, and toss them in a box destined for the basement or a closet. here's what you need to do now: "empty...
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DIY felt napkin rings DIY felt napkin rings
DIY felt napkin rings
A simple napkin ring fashioned out of a strip of felt and a decorative button brings a homespun feel to an elegant place setting. this project is easy to create – your sewing skills won’t be put to the test here – and requires the use of very little fabric . it will take you less than...
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Christmas stocking Christmas stocking
Christmas stocking
A cone-shaped stocking inspired by the victorian period is both glamorous and cozy. although this project requires a sewing machine, it’s still simple to make. a pompom fringe and a grosgrain ribbon are all that are needed to make this stocking worthy of receiving gifts . materials...
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Make a festive tabletop tree Make a festive tabletop tree
Make a festive tabletop tree
Dense enough to keep its shape yet flexible enough to manipulate, felt is ideal for this project. though the ruffle technique used to cover the sytrofoam cone looks quite complicated, it’s actually very easy to do. and despite the amount of cutting involved, the stunning result is well worth...
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9 holiday decor projects 9 holiday decor projects
9 holiday decor projects
photography by andreas trauttmansdorff; design, lynn spence. on the ball instead of creating the usual table centrepiece by placing balls in a bowl, nestle them in sprigs of greenery like boxwood.
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DIY flowery wreath DIY flowery wreath
DIY flowery wreath
A natural grapevine wreath spray-painted white takes on a sophisticated feel adorned with mini cream felt roses. display on a door, armoire or mirror with a wide cream grosgrain ribbon for a chic, cozy look. if you’re feeling extra-crafty, cover the entire wreath with mini-roses....
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DIY pumpkin decorations DIY pumpkin decorations
DIY pumpkin decorations
Dressing up your home seasonally for holidays is a great way to better appreciate what each season has to offer, as well as give your space a quick makeover. for thanksgiving and halloween , using mini pumpkins is the perfect choice: they are inexpensive, can be found at most markets and are a...
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How to: Paint outdoor furniture How to: Paint outdoor furniture
How to: Paint outdoor furniture
When undertaking a diy project, there are usually a few things to consider. add tempermental weather to the list and suddenly that little list has multiplied. how do you prepare your furniture for painting? what type of paint do you use? how does it differ for different types of material?...
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Gift wrapping ideas for store-bought treats Gift wrapping ideas for store-bought treats
Gift wrapping ideas for store-bought treats
The holidays tend to be a hectic moment of the year: between choosing gifts, entertaining friends and family and planning a holiday meal, time can be hard to find! although most of us would love to be able to make homemade baked goods for our nearest and dearest, it's not always feasible to do...
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Fabric dyeing Fabric dyeing
Fabric dyeing
The do's of dyeing 1 prewash fabrics before dyeing, especially if the fabric is new. don't use fabric softeners, as they leave residue that can result in an uneven absorption of dye. 2 avoid synthetics like polyester and rayon. dyes are most effective on natural textiles, like linen and...
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7 stylish DIY bloggers 7 stylish DIY bloggers
7 stylish DIY bloggers
When it comes to design and decorating, nothing saves money like doing-it-yourself. you can spend hours scouring the web for diy bloggers, but we've done the hard work for you -- here are 7 of our favourite diy blogs that you'll want to bookmark and return to again and again. 1 made by girl...
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Create a stylish Halloween home Create a stylish Halloween home
Create a stylish Halloween home
Conjure up some fun on halloween with these gothic and glamourous decorating ideas, easy and clever creepy crafts and wickedly delicious goodies . whether you're aiming to involve your kids in a cute project or want to give friends and neighbours a sophisticated and spooky welcome, these...
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How to: Create a wonderful winter foyer How to: Create a wonderful winter foyer
How to: Create a wonderful winter foyer
Too often, the foyer is just a space to pass through. instead, make it the perfect place to create a statement and add subtle holiday magic.
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How to: Create a pretty holiday porch How to: Create a pretty holiday porch
How to: Create a pretty holiday porch
Walking down a snowy street of lovely homes , each front porch beautifully bedecked for the holidays, must surely be one of winter’s best domestic pleasures. what could be more inviting than approaching a pretty holiday porch on christmas day? impress your neighbours and guests using this...
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How to decorate a tree How to decorate a tree
How to decorate a tree
You only do it once a year, but kate seaver of kate’s garden in markham, ont., professionally decorates dozens of trees every holiday season. here are her top tips for decorating a safe and perfect tree. 1 choose energy-efficient led lights to curb energy use and costs (an average home...
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How to: Make over a coffee table How to: Make over a coffee table
How to: Make over a coffee table
The find less-than-stellar coffee tables are everywhere you look on the secondhand market. i found this one on craigslist for just $15, and it struck me that it had the right proportions – 17" x 53" – for a hallway bench. the transformation the suzani-inspired upholstery and bold...
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How to: Make a sheer fabric screen How to: Make a sheer fabric screen
How to: Make a sheer fabric screen
Today's sheer fabrics come in so many breathtaking patterns. they'll inspire you to lighten up for summer in every room in the house—think draperies , tablecloths , cushion covers and more. style at home design editor ann-marie favot played up all the beautiful, billowy possibilities...
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How to: Create an at-home yoga space How to: Create an at-home yoga space
How to: Create an at-home yoga space
It’s no wonder the ancient art of yoga has become so popular today. among many other reasons, for people who want to maintain a fitness routine but find higher-impact workouts more uncomfortable than in our younger years, an hour of yoga a day provides surprisingly efficient physical benefits...
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How to: Create a home fragrance How to: Create a home fragrance
How to: Create a home fragrance
The process of creating a home fragrance is a fine art that master parfumiers can take years to acquire expertise in, yet new scents are constantly being introduced, some of them amazingly true to the items their names evoke. rick ruffolo, senior vice-president of the yankee candle company inc....
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How to: Bring summer into your home How to: Bring summer into your home
How to: Bring summer into your home
When summer finally arrives, we spare no time moving our lives outdoors -- firing up the barbecue, dining al fresco, landscaping the yard, picking fresh herbs and relaxing in the wonderful sun and warm air. however, with so much focus on the great outdoors, it's easy to dismiss simple seasonal...
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Beautiful movie interiors Beautiful movie interiors
Beautiful movie interiors
Love actually (2003) finds liam neeson and his son living in a london townhouse that features a smart, modern-yet-comfortable stainless-steel kitchen . and the coral toile sofa in the sitting room at 10 downing street is simply gorgeous - as is hugh grant sitting on it! - gail johnston...
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How to: Organize your home office How to: Organize your home office
How to: Organize your home office
Maybe you're not running a fortune 500 company from your basement, and you don't have employees punching in and making widgets at your kitchen table, but chances are, you and your family still conduct "business" at home. you need a place to sit and deal with bills and peruse your kids' report...
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How to: Create a unique space How to: Create a unique space
How to: Create a unique space
Even her name is stylish. based in victoria, b.c., this interior designer who got her start as a math and architecture whiz, lana lounsbury, of lana lounsbury interiors , shares her tips on creating a unique space, how to pick a designer, her fave reads and the fastest way to improve a room....
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How to makeover your cushions How to makeover your cushions
How to makeover your cushions
Choose your fabric... we used cotton cushion covers, but you could also use solid-colour velvet, linen or raw silk ones for endless pillow possibilities. or go all out with a fun layered look by adding embellishments to striped or polka-dot cushions. loopy yarn this project is super-easy...
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10 ways to live in style 10 ways to live in style
10 ways to live in style
Sylvie masse is no stranger to good design. she's the co-owner of zig & zag design, a montreal-based firm she runs with business partner nathalie paulin; their striking furniture and home accessories are featured in boutiques and well-known retailers across the country. not surprising, the same...
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Making decor dreams come true
In many ways, real-life decorating is essentially coming up with your dream design and finding a way to create the same look without spending a fortune. In this issue, I'm happy to share eight inspiring interiors with owners who have implemented a wealth of thrifty decorating ideas to great effect. Here's to making decor dreams come true - on a dime!
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