The Arts & Crafts Movement for Beginners (17 Jun 2006) If you like clean, simple, oak furnishings, you're likely an Arts & Crafts aficionado. In this month's column, we'll talk about the history, the early champions and the variety of disciplines within the Arts & Crafts movement.
Beautiful Lighting Tips 101 - A Crash Course in Lighting Design (17 Jun 2006) Many people cannot immediately identify why they may like or dislike a particular room or interior. Proper lighting and illumination is the single most critical factor in designing a pleasing interior environment.
Entryway Benches - Why Theyre a Must Have in Every Home (17 Jun 2006) One of the easiest ways to leave a lasting, warm impression on first-time visitors to your home and to make those visitors feel welcome is to place an entryway bench just inside your main entryway. Not only do entryway benches create a warm and inviting atmosphere, they are also very beautiful and are practical pieces of furniture as well.
Tiffany Lamps - The Artistry of Dale Tiffany (17 Jun 2006) The art and craftsmanship of the original designs are evident in Dale Tiffany lamps. Dale Tiffany is the world's leading designer and manufacturer of quality reproductions and Tiffany style lamps.
Traditional Lighting - What Is It? (17 Jun 2006) For those considering what kind of lighting style to use when decorating their homes, Traditional Lighting needs to be given serious consideration. Traditional Lighting fixtures and lamps can bring a warmth and style to a home that more modern lighting styles cannot.
Inuit Stone Sculptures From The Arctic North (17 Jun 2006) When most people think about stone sculptures, it's probably giant pieces of abstract art located outside large buildings or perhaps inside a famous art gallery or museum. Sometimes people think of stone sculptures as the ancient Roman or Greek mythological characters like Apollo, Venus or Zeus.
Country Home Decorating - Country Style Home Decor the Way Life Used to Be (17 Jun 2006) What is the lure and appeal of country home decorating? Maybe it's the desire to escape the rush and demands of a hectic lifestyle. It could be the need to return to a time when life was simpler, perhaps even happier.
Warm And Cozy Down Comforters Will Turn Your Bed Into A Luxurious Sanctuary! (17 Jun 2006) Down comforters provide you with a luxurious natural warmth that few other materials can. Down is known for its insulating properties and ability to spring back to its original shape, that is why it is used in comforters, blankets, pillows, and jackets.
Feng Shui in Colours (17 Jun 2006) How does choice of colour affect your feng shui?Colours and colour schemes are factors that are considered thoroughly in interior design. And so it is in feng shui, too.
Rustic Log Furniture, How to Find Quality Furniture and a Trust Worthy Seller (15 Jun 2006) The great thing about looking for a retailer or manufacturer of rustic log furniture is there are plenty of sellers out there these days, especially with the age of the world wide web. Since the birth of the internet everyone and there brother seem to have tried to start making and selling all types of rustic furniture online, but what I am sure that they found out is that making log furniture the right way is a hard task to achieve.
Decorating Kid's Rooms On A Small Budget (15 Jun 2006) Now if your children are like mine they want to change the style and look of their room about every other week. One way to make them happier for a longer period of time with their room decor is to get involved with the activities that are required when redecorating their room.
Tips for Taking Care of Fine Wood Furniture (15 Jun 2006) Now that you have purchased some fine wood furniture, it is important to take proper care of it. With some basic care, your fine furniture can last for years, and stay just as beautiful as the day you bought it.
Tiffany Lamps - A Timeless Treasure (15 Jun 2006) Among the varied accomplishments of it's inventor, the lamp was among Louis Comfort Tiffany's least favorite. The brilliant artist and cunning businessman took far greater pride in his work in areas such as interior design, painting, stained glass creations, and even ceramics.
Decorating a Romantic Room (15 Jun 2006) Creating intimacy in a room is about finding a mixture of elements that combine in such a way that they make both you and your partner feel comfortable and close. Some of these elements include lighting, color, decoration, and furniture.
The Many Types Of Light Available Today (15 Jun 2006) The Many Types Of Light Available TodayWhat's in a light bulb? For most people, an incandescent light bulb comes to mind when discussing "light". The incandescent light bulb has traditionally provided homes with light into the wee hours of the night.
Home Lighting - Important but Overlooked Aspects (15 Jun 2006) Home lighting is something that doesn't get the attention it deserves. There are so many TV shows that focus on home remodeling projects, and speak very little about the lighting.
Furniture Placement Secrets (15 Jun 2006) The easiest and most inexpensive way to invigorate the design of your living room is to rearrange the furniture items you already own. Furniture placement can be a daunting task, no matter how big or small the room.
Upholstery Upkeep (15 Jun 2006) Upholstered armchairs and sofas are comfortable and attractive additions to any home. When neglected, however, upholstery can quickly turn into next year's yard sale's featured item.
Caring for Your Wood Furniture (15 Jun 2006) There is nothing like wood furniture to add elegance and beauty to a home. Whether it is a thick, all-natural butchers block table, an Art Deco wooden dresser, a simple mahogany dining room table or a sleek, modern coffee table, wood furniture is a staple in homes across America and the world.
