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Savvy Decorating » Featured 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 Bland walls? Fast fix-ups that are perfect for fall http://decorating.savvy-cafe.com/bland-walls-fast-fix-ups-that-are-perfect-for-fall-2009-09-25/ http://decorating.savvy-cafe.com/bland-walls-fast-fix-ups-that-are-perfect-for-fall-2009-09-25/#comments Fri, 25 Sep 2009 01:14:11 +0000 Author http://decorating.savvy-cafe.com/?p=646

(ARA) – When the weather cools and the bright sun of summer fades into autumn’s grayer skies, bare bland walls can feel like an ugly mark on your home’s decor. Suddenly, those undecorated walls that you were too busy to notice this past summer cry out for color and pizzazz – especially if you’re dealing [...] Related posts:

]]> http://decorating.savvy-cafe.com/bland-walls-fast-fix-ups-that-are-perfect-for-fall-2009-09-25/feed/ 2 Go Green with Feng Shui http://decorating.savvy-cafe.com/go-green-with-feng-shui-2009-07-02/ http://decorating.savvy-cafe.com/go-green-with-feng-shui-2009-07-02/#comments Thu, 02 Jul 2009 20:12:57 +0000 Author http://decorating.savvy-cafe.com/?p=596

(ARA) – Your home is your oasis; the place you go to relax, regroup and reenergize. If you desire some balance in not only your life but in the world at large, maybe it’s time to incorporate the principles of both Feng Shui and green living into your design. The two concepts are compatible, says Cheryl [...] No related posts.]]> http://decorating.savvy-cafe.com/go-green-with-feng-shui-2009-07-02/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 Designer Secrets to Making a Statement with Wallpaper Murals http://decorating.savvy-cafe.com/designer-secrets-to-making-a-statement-with-wallpaper-murals-2009-05-29/ http://decorating.savvy-cafe.com/designer-secrets-to-making-a-statement-with-wallpaper-murals-2009-05-29/#comments Fri, 29 May 2009 19:45:36 +0000 Author http://decorating.savvy-cafe.com/?p=581

(ARA) – Faux finishes just aren’t for you, and painting one wall a different color isn’t enough of an “accent” for your interior design tastes. Yet you’re tired of looking at the same four walls day after day. How do you dress them up in a way that will make a statement without blowing your decorating [...] Related posts:

]]> http://decorating.savvy-cafe.com/designer-secrets-to-making-a-statement-with-wallpaper-murals-2009-05-29/feed/ 2 Rustic Modern – Transitional Design That’s Cool and Warm http://decorating.savvy-cafe.com/rustic-modern-transitional-design-that%e2%80%99s-cool-and-warm-2009-04-09/ http://decorating.savvy-cafe.com/rustic-modern-transitional-design-that%e2%80%99s-cool-and-warm-2009-04-09/#comments Thu, 09 Apr 2009 20:45:44 +0000 Author http://decorating.savvy-cafe.com/?p=577

(ARA) – For many of us, the thought of decorating in the modern style can be a scary one. Images of sterile, stern lines come to mind, often suggesting cold and unwelcoming environments. But the idea of modern doesn’t always mean minimal and white. Today we’re seeing designers and homeowners alike pairing rustic finishes and [...] Related posts:

]]> http://decorating.savvy-cafe.com/rustic-modern-transitional-design-that%e2%80%99s-cool-and-warm-2009-04-09/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 Take Your Small Kitchen from Drab to Fab http://decorating.savvy-cafe.com/take-your-small-kitchen-from-drab-to-fab-2008-11-21/ http://decorating.savvy-cafe.com/take-your-small-kitchen-from-drab-to-fab-2008-11-21/#comments Fri, 21 Nov 2008 19:33:15 +0000 Author http://decorating.savvy-cafe.com/?p=565

Resale value isn’t the only reason to redo a kitchen. Even if the home is a rental, or resale is far in the future, the room where families spend most of their time together cries out for a personal touch. Taking your kitchen from everyday drab to your personal “fab” doesn’t require a complete makeover or [...] Related posts:

]]> http://decorating.savvy-cafe.com/take-your-small-kitchen-from-drab-to-fab-2008-11-21/feed/ 2 A Great Fall Fix Up Starts with Your Garage Door http://decorating.savvy-cafe.com/a-great-fall-fix-up-starts-with-your-garage-door-2008-11-01/ http://decorating.savvy-cafe.com/a-great-fall-fix-up-starts-with-your-garage-door-2008-11-01/#comments Sat, 01 Nov 2008 19:40:38 +0000 Author http://decorating.savvy-cafe.com/?p=573

What is the one fall home fix-up project that takes only a couple of hours and yields the biggest bang for the buck of any exterior home renovation? Here’s a clue: This project adds style, energy efficiency and security to your home, and the preparation is easy and mess free — all you need is an [...] Related posts:

]]> http://decorating.savvy-cafe.com/a-great-fall-fix-up-starts-with-your-garage-door-2008-11-01/feed/ 0 Be Eco-Wise with LED Lights http://decorating.savvy-cafe.com/be-eco-wise-with-led-lights-2008-10-25/ http://decorating.savvy-cafe.com/be-eco-wise-with-led-lights-2008-10-25/#comments Sat, 25 Oct 2008 13:51:31 +0000 Author http://decorating.savvy-cafe.com/?p=562

With more and more people concerned about the environment, building and decorating green has never been more popular. One of the easiest ways for homeowners to limit their environmental impact is to consider replacing the lighting inside their home. Incandescent bulbs waste energy and burn out quickly, and when the more energy-efficient fluorescent bulbs outlive their [...] Related posts:

]]> http://decorating.savvy-cafe.com/be-eco-wise-with-led-lights-2008-10-25/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:

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