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Savvy Decorating » Decorating Tips 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 Fall inspiration for the home http://decorating.savvy-cafe.com/fall-inspiration-for-the-home-2009-10-13/ http://decorating.savvy-cafe.com/fall-inspiration-for-the-home-2009-10-13/#comments Tue, 13 Oct 2009 12:45:59 +0000 Author http://decorating.savvy-cafe.com/?p=689

The changing of seasons inspires many new trends to follow – new attitudes, fresh colours and shifting weather and temperatures. To help consumers keep up with the trends, Sally Morse, director of creative services for Hunter Douglas, North America’s leading custom window fashions manufacturer, provides the following tips for how to apply seasonal fall elements [...] Related posts:

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(ARA) – If the words “nature-inspired decor” make you think of muted wall hues or overwrought floral fabrics, it’s time to rethink your take on this hot design trend. Nature-inspired design can certainly be soothing, sedate and traditional, but a plethora of new products and techniques is also bringing the bold, bright and fun side of [...] Related posts:

]]> http://decorating.savvy-cafe.com/the-lighter-side-of-nature-inspired-home-decor-2009-08-14/feed/ 1 Simple summer spruce-ups that won’t set you back a bundle http://decorating.savvy-cafe.com/simple-summer-spruce-ups-that-wont-set-you-back-a-bundle-2009-08-01/ http://decorating.savvy-cafe.com/simple-summer-spruce-ups-that-wont-set-you-back-a-bundle-2009-08-01/#comments Sat, 01 Aug 2009 14:35:51 +0000 Author http://decorating.savvy-cafe.com/?p=610

(ARA) – Summer is in full swing, and the guests are lining up for weekend brunches, pool parties, backyard barbecues and sophisticated dinners. If you’re feeling the urge to spruce up your home for summer entertaining, you can make a big impact on a modest budget with some simple steps. You can refresh your home’s look [...] Related posts:

]]> http://decorating.savvy-cafe.com/simple-summer-spruce-ups-that-wont-set-you-back-a-bundle-2009-08-01/feed/ 0 Save Money and Keep Teens Home by Creating a Teen Haven http://decorating.savvy-cafe.com/save-money-and-keep-teens-home-by-creating-a-teen-haven-2009-06-27/ http://decorating.savvy-cafe.com/save-money-and-keep-teens-home-by-creating-a-teen-haven-2009-06-27/#comments Sat, 27 Jun 2009 22:54:15 +0000 Author http://decorating.savvy-cafe.com/?p=592

(ARA) – Most parents would agree that raising teenagers is never easy. But in a down economy, when many American families are trimming extras from their budgets, it can be even more difficult to keep teens happy, entertained and engaged in family life. With the prospect of unemployment and falling home values on many parents’ minds, [...] Related posts:

Great, grown-up ideas for ‘re-feathering’ your empty nest

]]> http://decorating.savvy-cafe.com/save-money-and-keep-teens-home-by-creating-a-teen-haven-2009-06-27/feed/ 0 Great, grown-up ideas for ‘re-feathering’ your empty nest http://decorating.savvy-cafe.com/great-grown-up-ideas-for-%e2%80%98re-feathering%e2%80%99-your-empty-nest-2009-06-02/ http://decorating.savvy-cafe.com/great-grown-up-ideas-for-%e2%80%98re-feathering%e2%80%99-your-empty-nest-2009-06-02/#comments Tue, 02 Jun 2009 18:23:41 +0000 Author http://decorating.savvy-cafe.com/?p=588

(ARA) – You’re proud that he made it through four years of college. You couldn’t be more thrilled that she landed her dream job, even if it’s in a city 1,000 miles from home. But if you’re an empty-nester feeling pangs of loss as adult children move out, look for the silver lining — you can [...] Related posts:

]]> http://decorating.savvy-cafe.com/great-grown-up-ideas-for-%e2%80%98re-feathering%e2%80%99-your-empty-nest-2009-06-02/feed/ 0 Don’t Renovate — Refresh With Cost-effective Furnishings and Tips http://decorating.savvy-cafe.com/don%e2%80%99t-renovate-refresh-with-cost-effective-furnishings-and-tips-2008-11-21/ http://decorating.savvy-cafe.com/don%e2%80%99t-renovate-refresh-with-cost-effective-furnishings-and-tips-2008-11-21/#comments Fri, 21 Nov 2008 19:40:37 +0000 Author http://decorating.savvy-cafe.com/?p=569

Today’s on-the-go homeowner demands furniture that performs double duty to provide high function without sacrificing style. Amid today’s challenging economic climate, families are calling for quality and casual trends that can resonate for years to come, all at smart prices. Thoughtful splashes needn’t cost thousands: Consider accessorizing rather than renovating. Low-cost, easy changes can enhance a [...] Related posts:

]]> http://decorating.savvy-cafe.com/don%e2%80%99t-renovate-refresh-with-cost-effective-furnishings-and-tips-2008-11-21/feed/ 0 Fall Home Decor Trends: One Part Nature with a Twist http://decorating.savvy-cafe.com/fall-home-decor-trends-one-part-nature-with-a-twist-2008-10-20/ http://decorating.savvy-cafe.com/fall-home-decor-trends-one-part-nature-with-a-twist-2008-10-20/#comments Mon, 20 Oct 2008 20:34:05 +0000 Author http://decorating.savvy-cafe.com/?p=558

As Mother Nature wows us with fantastic fall colors and scenery, the latest trends in fall decorating and entertaining bring the beauty of the great outdoors inside. Give your home some fall-time flare by adding nature-inspired decor with unexpected crafty details. “This fall, decorating trends are inspired by nature, but the key is to use these [...] Related posts:

]]> http://decorating.savvy-cafe.com/fall-home-decor-trends-one-part-nature-with-a-twist-2008-10-20/feed/ 0 Fashion Forward: Managing Modern Decor in Your Home http://decorating.savvy-cafe.com/fashion-forward-managing-modern-decor-in-your-home-2008-10-16/ http://decorating.savvy-cafe.com/fashion-forward-managing-modern-decor-in-your-home-2008-10-16/#comments Thu, 16 Oct 2008 14:22:25 +0000 Author http://decorating.savvy-cafe.com/?p=554

Want to incorporate modern decor into your home, but not sure where to start? Make your home more fashion forward with a few fresh ideas that will help create a look that is modern, yet comfortable and livable. Keep it Simple, Not Cold Modern decorating can often challenge homeowners. The clean lines, polished surfaces, strong geometric shapes [...] Related posts:

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Whether you’re selling your home or planning to live there for years to come, you can add interest and value using architectural elements. Customizing your kitchen, bath or master bedroom is a simple way to set your home apart and increase the “wow factor” of those particular rooms, which real estate agents say sell houses. Architectural [...] Related posts:

]]> http://decorating.savvy-cafe.com/from-common-to-customized-%e2%80%93-add-value-with-details-2008-10-08/feed/ 1 Tips for Designing the Perfect Dorm Room on a Budget http://decorating.savvy-cafe.com/tips-for-designing-the-perfect-dorm-room-on-a-budget-2008-08-29/ http://decorating.savvy-cafe.com/tips-for-designing-the-perfect-dorm-room-on-a-budget-2008-08-29/#comments Fri, 29 Aug 2008 13:12:58 +0000 Jennifer http://decorating.savvy-cafe.com/?p=542

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:

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