Wait! Before you put up that sheetrock, think: Do I want a bookcase over here! When I moved into my house about 13 years ago, there were two niches where I thought, “Custom bookcases will be perfect over there.” Somehow, all this time passed, and so many more important things came up. Those two niches…
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12 Fun Dishes to Plate for Just Two (or a Few!)
I have an obsession with dishes. But it kind of ends there. I have my parents to thank for marrying me off with service for 12 for both milchig and fleishig. The downside of this luxury is that I never really have an excuse to purchase a new set. Also, when I think of a…
Spruce Up Your Bungalow with Top Picks from H&M Home
Are you heading up to the country or a summer home? You’d like to spruce it up, but definitely don’t want to spend a lot. These picks from H&M might be just what you need for just the right touches. OUTDOOR Start with this WELCOME MAT and add a BRAIDED JUTE RUG for indoors. Add…
We Love These Bed Wraps: Cover Up Those Ugly Metal Bed Frames
If you like the look of an upholstered bed but aren’t investing in new furniture, here is a simple way to get that modern look. There are lots of issues with metal frames and box springs. Bedskirts or dust ruffles aren’t always easy to deal with and they can get messy. Then, they typically only…
10 Affordable (+ Beautiful) Napkin Rings for Your Yom Tov Table
Napkin rings are an easy table upgrade. These picks are all so well-priced…plus you can get them really quickly on Amazon.
8 Amazon Items That’ll Give Your Powder Room an Elegant Update
Think you can’t update a bathroom without new tile and fixtures? These are 8 inexpensive ways to add some modern elegance to that small space.
Hate Those Chairs? This is the Easy Way to Reupholster by Yourself
Did you know that you can paint upholstery using chalk paint? And the results will be great! For years I held on to two upholstered chairs that had seen better days. The shape was great and the seat was comfortable but, unfortunately, too many sticky hands had touched each of them and they were impossible…
How to Get Beautiful Window Shades on a Budget
Are your windows still covered by paper shades? Is budget standing in the way of a permanent solution? That was me too…until I discovered these. I’ll admit it publicly that I had paper shades for too long. They tear, they discolor, yet they stay up, long after we move into a new apartment or home….
4 Home Pick-Me-Ups for Under $40
Do certain spots in your home need a little lift? Freshen up in these four inexpensive ways. Is your home looking for a quick pick-me-up? A little burst of cheer in the middle of a long winter? Sometimes all it takes is a small purchase to make a big difference. The following four items have…
Wish You Had That Perfect, Relaxing Recliner (That Actually Looks Nice)?
Discussions about recliners always lead to debate. The best recliner is usually an eyesore. Well, here’s a solution. You want to enjoy some peace and quiet in your room, but you don’t really want to go to bed. Did you ever wish you had that cozy spot, that perfect chair, where you can get some…
