House Tour: A Beachside Cottage for Summer
Nostalgia is a powerful thing for both homeowners and prospective buyers. So when the owners of a tiny beachside cottage were looking for responsible buyers, Maria and Max Isle’s penchant…
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How to Create an Inspiring Office
1. Work from the outside in. The most inspiring spaces capitalize on the view so start by placing your desk by a window or a spot with a prime view. It…
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Tips for Achieving the Vintage Country Look
Be true to your style—even if you have more than one. Sue’s love of antique and vintage decor goes back to her childhood and even prompted her to open an…
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House Tour: Country Vintage Chic (Part 2)
The rest of the look—a mix of rustic farmhouse style and nostalgic folk art and bold color—is delivered via Sue’s many collections. Yellowware in the kitchen was a practical,…
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House Tour: Country Vintage Chic (Part 1)
Sue Jackson was drawn to the patina of old things even as a child. While other children were learning from Saturday morning cartoons, elementary school primers and Scholastic textbooks, little…
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What to Do with Old Jars
Use them for flower arrangements or bud vases. It’s a great alternative to store-bought vases for large parties and outdoor gatherings. Cluster them on a tabletop for a more grandiose…
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How to Strip Paint (Before & After Photos)
What you’ll need for this DIY project: Water-based gel paint stripper Cling wrap (optional) Chip brush Rubber gloves Eye protection Putty knife Steel wool Clean rag Metal container…
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Restoring a 1926 Bungalow in a New Way
Growing up in St. Louis, Missouri, Nancy Platt had never seen a California bungalow. In fact, even when she purchased her own, she still hadn’t fully seen it. …
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Collect & Decorate with Vintage Fruit-Crate Labels
Crate labels once served a strictly utilitarian purpose, indicating the contents of a box of fruit or vegetables. Produce packing houses would place the eye-catching signage on the front of…
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How To Make a Spring Table Runner
Bari is the owner and designer behind Bari J. For more information, visit barij.typepad.com and barijonline.com. What you’ll need: A variety of colorful fabrics in measurements indicated on the diagram.…
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