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23 decorating tips from our editors 23 decorating tips from our editors
23 decorating tips from our editors
Photography by stacey brandford tip 1: go for texture "i believe that every room should include elements with different textures. choose furniture and accessories in various finishes -- glass, wood, metal or lacquer -- to give the room depth and make it feel collected, not matched." -...
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One room, two looks One room, two looks
One room, two looks
When living in a small space, you need to use every piece of furniture to its maximum potential. "i want people to know they can take items from big-box stores and use them to create different looks and to serve different functions," says style at home contributing design editor samantha pynn,...
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Before and after: Chair makeover Before and after: Chair makeover
Before and after: Chair makeover
It all started with a $30 chair i found at a consignment store in cobourg. i loved the shape of the chair, but the fabric was horrible and the structure was a little wobbly. a colleague recommended carrocel restorations in markham, ont. as they specialize in restoring furniture (rather than a...
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Decor horoscopes: What's your decor personality? Decor horoscopes: What's your decor personality?
Decor horoscopes: What's your decor personality?
Do you check your horoscope every day and follow astrological trends? well, whether or not you pay attention to the sun, moon and stars, all you really have to do is to take a look around your home. check your decor horoscope to see if your decorating style is influenced by your zodiac sign....
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Trend forecast Trend forecast
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Refresh your home in 30 days Refresh your home in 30 days
Refresh your home in 30 days
30 days is an ample amount of time to complete a dramatic cosmetic house-lift without the downtime and expense of renovating. with our weekday tasks and weekend projects, your home can feel fresh and fabulous in a month's time. and don’t forget to take before and after photos—you won’t...
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How to: Style open shelves How to: Style open shelves
How to: Style open shelves
"open shelving filled with a wealth of lovingly collected books and artifacts is a classic feature for the well-designed home and is a key trend for interiors right now," says design editor christine hanlon. pull your look together with christine’s top five styling tips. 1 mix it mix...
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10 romantic Valentine's Day decor ideas 10 romantic Valentine's Day decor ideas
10 romantic Valentine's Day decor ideas
Whether you love it or hate it, valentine’s day is, for many, one of the most stressful days of the year. florists are swamped, card stores are jammed and restaurants are overbooked. feeling frenzied yet? instead of fretting over what hip new bar to try out or settling for the old...
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2011 home decor trends 2011 home decor trends
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25 decor dos for 2011 25 decor dos for 2011
25 decor dos for 2011
As a designer, it's my job to stay ahead of the trends to provide the latest and greatest to my clients. as we head into the new year, check out these 25 decor dos for 2011. it's going to be a year of colour, pattern and inspired living. 1 do use pattern in your home and use it often....
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Debbie Travis' Christmas tree tips Debbie Travis' Christmas tree tips
Debbie Travis' Christmas tree tips
Putting up a christmas tree during the holidays can be both fun and daunting. for some of us, making the tree stunning and beautiful can be a bit of a challenge. it often seems like there's always a glaring bald spot or an array of kids' crafts that simply overwhelm the general theme. how do you...
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Christmas decor: Decorate with style Christmas decor: Decorate with style
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Christmas decorating, organizing and entertaining secrets Christmas decorating, organizing and entertaining secrets
Christmas decorating, organizing and entertaining secrets
We all know how stressful the christmas holidays can be. from the parties and the shopping to the baking , decorating and entertaining it seems like there’s a never-ending list of things to do. but the holidays are meant to be enjoyed, right? how can you get everything done without feeling...
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Stunning chandeliers Stunning chandeliers
Stunning chandeliers
Photography by eric roth perfect proportions the diameter of a chandelier hanging over a dining table should be about one-half to two-thirds that of the table or 1' less than the width of the table at its widest point. install the fixture to hang no more than 30" from the tabletop to...
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10 stylish Halloween accessories 10 stylish Halloween accessories
10 stylish Halloween accessories
Decorating your home for halloween doesn't have to be a daunting task. a few simple and stylish decor ideas is all you need to dress your home for the season. get inspired with our 10 stylish halloween accessories. pumpkin crow wreath welcome neighbourhood princes and princesses to your...
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Dress up your home for Halloween Dress up your home for Halloween
Dress up your home for Halloween
We know a trick or two about casting a spell this season. take, for example, what our design team accomplished at the toronto home of isabelle patenaude, a long-time lover of all things halloween . from quirky jack-o’-lanterns to retro-inspired decorations, imagination and a new...
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Erin McLaughlin's wedding getaway Erin McLaughlin's wedding getaway
Erin McLaughlin's wedding getaway
For style at home editor-in-chief, erin mclaughlin , the trade-off of an intimate ceremony last spring in new york city, with only her fiance and two stepdaughters-to-be in attendance, was a day that could have been devoid of style. erin, however, was determined to have it all. so she booked...
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Fantastic fall decorating trends Fantastic fall decorating trends
Fantastic fall decorating trends
As summer fades out and we cross into autumn, it is time to transform your home, to capture the spirit of the season by adding spice and warmth. this year, take a look at the beauty of nature’s fall wardrobe by using all the colours of the autumn palette. whether you're spreading gourds...
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10 design trends to try 10 design trends to try
10 design trends to try
Adopting the latest looks can sometimes seem a bit tricky. not so with these 10 design trends. let us show you how to integrate these stylish and accessible trends into your home, to help give it a little lift. 1 add aquamarine the sunny mix of blue and green that makes up this oceanic...
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Cool and colourful dorm decor Cool and colourful dorm decor
Cool and colourful dorm decor
Heading off to school this fall? we've got 12 back-to-school dorm decor essentials that will help make life away from home a little more comfortable. 1 colourful mini fridge dorm living means being far away from the well-stocked family fridge. keep everything a student needs for...
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Decorating trends: Grasscloth Decorating trends: Grasscloth
Decorating trends: Grasscloth
A decorator staple in the '60s and '70s, grasscloth is enjoying a big comeback, with fresh designs being used in exciting new ways. what is it? a wallcovering made of woven plant fibres. where do you use it? i count on grasscloth to provide a decorating element that defines a space. it...
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10-minute makeover ideas 10-minute makeover ideas
10-minute makeover ideas
Not having time to refresh your home is no longer an excuse with these quick and simple 10-minute makeover ideas. use these easy, budget -friendly home makeover ideas to instantly update a space. 1 rethink and rearrange rethink what rooms your furniture pieces call home. moving a chair,...
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25 terrific decorating tips 25 terrific decorating tips
25 terrific decorating tips
We asked you to let us in on your favourite decorating tricks and you responded with so many great ideas that we just had to share a few. here we’ve compiled the expertise of our readers into a list of 25 easy tips and tricks that anyone can use to reinvigorate their home. 1 i love the...
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Speed decorating to sell Speed decorating to sell
Speed decorating to sell
Home renovations , remodels, redesigns and revamps can cost time and money aplenty. that’s why smart cookies are giving new york city-based interior decorator, home stager and speed decorating author jill vegas’ fast ‘n’ furious design concept a whirl – especially if they want to...
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8 ways to add art to your home 8 ways to add art to your home
8 ways to add art to your home
Art doesn't have to cost a pretty penny. what's more important is enjoying and displaying it with confidence. we visited the home of art collector lisa diamond to see how it's done. who lisa diamond, co-owner of art interiors, toronto art interiors' specialty affordable original canadian...
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Make it personal
When I look at a room, it's the personal touches like artwork and travel memetoes that elevate a space from generic to genuine. I'll take a house adorned with books, family photographs and decorative accessories any day over a cookie-cutter interior that's perfectly and pristinely furnished with basic pieces... I believe that a home should reflect the people who own it.
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