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Savvy Decorating » Jennifer http://decorating.savvy-cafe.com Home Decorating, Home Decor Fri, 13 Nov 2009 12:51:00 +0000 http://wordpress.org/?v=2.8.6 en hourly 1 Stylish, sustainable fall interior design ideas http://decorating.savvy-cafe.com/stylish-sustainable-fall-interior-design-ideas-2009-10-02/ http://decorating.savvy-cafe.com/stylish-sustainable-fall-interior-design-ideas-2009-10-02/#comments Fri, 02 Oct 2009 20:10:42 +0000 Jennifer http://decorating.savvy-cafe.com/?p=651

(ARA) – When you think of the colors associated with fall, green doesn’t necessarily come to mind. Environmentally speaking, however, it should. There’s no better time than now to lessen your home’s impact on the environment and change the way you decorate and live. So, why not go green this fall? It’s not nearly as [...] Related posts:

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(ARA) – Summer’s top home design trends provide cheer for your family and friends by incorporating a creative color palette into your living room, bathroom or home office. With families spending more time at home, these upgrades are a smart investment. Take a cue from Mother Nature and bring by using surprising colors in both [...] Related posts:

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As parents send their kids back-to-school this fall, many families will be spending less on their back to school purchases. According to a recent survey commissioned by Microsoft, 58 percent of parents say the economy will affect college related purchases this fall. With current economic woes putting a damper on spending, parents and students are looking [...] Related posts:

]]> http://decorating.savvy-cafe.com/tips-for-designing-the-perfect-dorm-room-on-a-budget-2008-08-29/feed/ 0 The Color Conundrum: Eight Paint Tips to Beautify Your Home http://decorating.savvy-cafe.com/the-color-conundrum-eight-paint-tips-to-beautify-your-home-2008-02-21/ http://decorating.savvy-cafe.com/the-color-conundrum-eight-paint-tips-to-beautify-your-home-2008-02-21/#comments Thu, 21 Feb 2008 22:49:04 +0000 Jennifer http://decorating.savvy-cafe.com/the-color-conundrum-eight-paint-tips-to-beautify-your-home-2008-02-21/

A fresh coat of paint is a great way to change the look and feel of a home, and it’s important that the thought process include more than just color schemes. Lisa LaPorta, designer and co-host of HGTV’s “Designed to Sell,” along with KILZ Casual Colors paint, offer expert tips for repainting your home. 1. Don’t [...] Related posts:

]]> http://decorating.savvy-cafe.com/the-color-conundrum-eight-paint-tips-to-beautify-your-home-2008-02-21/feed/ 0 The Powder Room — Creating a Jewel of a Space http://decorating.savvy-cafe.com/the-powder-room-creating-a-jewel-of-a-space-2008-02-21/ http://decorating.savvy-cafe.com/the-powder-room-creating-a-jewel-of-a-space-2008-02-21/#comments Thu, 21 Feb 2008 22:45:55 +0000 Jennifer http://decorating.savvy-cafe.com/the-powder-room-creating-a-jewel-of-a-space-2008-02-21/

Neoclassical style — the style that is influencing much of interior design today — is a melding of romantic history, orderly classics and a dash of grandeur from Renaissance Italy. Found in homes where the traditional elegance of the past is highly valued, the look creates balance and refinement. Design elements like egg and dart [...] Related posts:

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The cold months of winter can feel very long, as most people are forced to spend more time indoors. When animals hibernate and the colors of plant life fade, our moods and energy often fade as well. Short of taking a monthly vacation to a bright, tropical paradise, one way we can keep energy in [...] Related posts:

]]> http://decorating.savvy-cafe.com/color-is-key-to-brightening-a-winter-home-2008-02-14/feed/ 0 The Power of Paint Goes Far Beyond the Walls http://decorating.savvy-cafe.com/the-power-of-paint-goes-far-beyond-the-walls-2008-02-14/ http://decorating.savvy-cafe.com/the-power-of-paint-goes-far-beyond-the-walls-2008-02-14/#comments Thu, 14 Feb 2008 22:41:46 +0000 Jennifer http://decorating.savvy-cafe.com/the-power-of-paint-goes-far-beyond-the-walls-2008-02-14/

Paint is powerful when it comes to giving a room a new look, and its impact can be seen on far more than just the walls. Other design elements in a room – from kitchen cabinets to tired furniture – can benefit from a fresh coat. Paint is a fast way to give a room [...] Related posts:

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For years, people have been rearranging their furniture, re-painting their walls and removing clutter in the hopes of changing their life through Feng Shui. Feng Shui (pronounced “fung shway”) enthusiasts believe the way your home is arranged can affect how you feel, as well as the energy that you attract in your life. In other words, [...] Related posts:

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Got a case of the morning blues? Maybe you didn’t get enough sleep or you just got up on the wrong side of the bed. Whether you’re a morning person or not, recent research shows that flowers might be the perfect way to start your day. A study conducted by researchers at Harvard University and Massachusetts [...] No related posts.]]> http://decorating.savvy-cafe.com/diy-flower-designs-get-rid-of-the-morning-blues-2008-02-05/feed/ 0 Industry Experts Elect the Top 10 Home Decor Trends for 2008 http://decorating.savvy-cafe.com/industry-experts-elect-the-top-10-home-decor-trends-for-2008-2008-01-02/ http://decorating.savvy-cafe.com/industry-experts-elect-the-top-10-home-decor-trends-for-2008-2008-01-02/#comments Wed, 02 Jan 2008 23:41:02 +0000 Jennifer http://decorating.savvy-cafe.com/industry-experts-elect-the-top-10-home-decor-trends-for-2008-2008-01-02/

Much like we can expect from the American people in next year’s election, the votes among the nation’s top interior designers and manufacturers are split when it comes to forecasting what will be “hot” in home decor in 2008. The good news is that there’s no mudslinging or veto power. In fact, design bipartisanship is encouraged, [...] Related posts:

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