Interior Design and other home improvements
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One blue bedroom wall defies paint color neutrality
As I sit in my newly painted office staring at a homebuyer-friendly beige wall, I have to stifle an urge to jump up and run down the hall to my bedroom for a break from the beige blindness. Three walls of my bedroom… More >>
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Choosing paint colors without losing your mind
Painting an open plan, two-story house can pose all sorts of difficulties. Just picking paint colors can be enough to test the patience and sanity of emotionally stronger individuals than myself. I blogged about the… More >>
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5 DIY projects that only take a day
Does the summer have you itching to take on a new project, but your busy schedule doesn't allow for much of a time commitment? There are several home improvement projects you can complete in just one day. Whether it's… More >>
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Maximizing kitchen storage space in an apartment
Armed with some tips from a home organization expert friend of mine, I've been helping my son declutter and reorganize his apartment. I blame myself for the current state of affairs. When he was a child, I'm sure I… More >>
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DIY throw pillows, thanks to junior high Home Economics
Once upon a time there were four little throw pillows. They were new and clean. They were perfect for my green retro-'60s naugahyde sofa. They picked up the colors in my living room. They made me happy -- until they… More >>
