11 Best Paint Colors for South Facing Rooms to Harness Natural Light

Here are the best paint colors for north facing rooms. Discover the shades that can brighten and bring warmth to your living space, creating an inviting atmosphere. When I first graduated from college and lived with my sister, the biggest room in our tiny apartment was a north facing living room. We loved our sunny …

Knowing the best wall and ceiling color combinations will help you make an informed choice for your home. For the longest time, I only ever noticed the ceiling when I got into bed at night, exhausted and wide-eyed after a long busy day. But psychologists and interior designers emphasize that the color of the ceiling …

I’ve had some of my readers ask, “What paint colors make a room look bigger?” So today, I’m writing a post on this topic to answer their question. The trend towards smaller homes, including those categorized as tiny, means that rooms are getting smaller. I’m delighted with my modest-sized home but don’t want to give …

What are the Latest Trends in Kitchen Backsplash? Recently one of my friends asked me, “what are the latest kitchen backsplash trends for this year”? So I decided to write a post about it. We each have a dream kitchen, whether it’s a roomy farmhouse kitchen where you can bake with your kids or a …

Awesome Winter Farmhouse Decorating Ideas DIY As the chill of winter descends and snowy landscapes take over, there’s no better time to transform your home into a warm and cozy sanctuary. Here are amazing farmhouse winter decor ideas to help you channel your creativity into something special. The beauty of farmhouse decor lies in its …

Visual Clutter (What It is and How to Reduce It) If you’ve ever felt overwhelmed by the chaos of your surroundings, we have the perfect practical tips on how to reduce visual clutter. Home is where the heart is, but it’s also where life happens. From the moment we wake up to the time we …

How to Get Sharpie Off a Wall – Easy Sharpie Removal Tips Tired of the unsightly Sharpie marks on your walls? Here are simple tips on how to remove Sharpie from walls. Unless the graffiti on your walls includes an original Picasso or an autograph by Elvis, chances are good that you will want to …

Washing Curtains and Drapes: How Often Should You Wash these Window Treatment? I have had some of my readers ask: “How often should you wash curtains and drapes?” So I thought I would provide simple guidelines for how often to wash your curtains. Paging through America’s Housekeeping Book, first published in 1941, I was stunned …

Hanging Curtains Higher than the Window – What is the Proper Height? So, how high should you hang curtains? Let’s look at how high to hang your curtains. I’m far better at choosing household fittings than installing them. Gorgeous curtain rod and finials? Got it. Matching tie-backs? Got it. But hanging the pole and the …

DIY Grinch Inspired Christmas Decor Ideas – Creative Ways to Add Whimsy to Your Home These diy Grinch Christmas decor ideas are sure to add a touch of whimsy to your home and bring joy to your holiday celebrations. It’s that time of year again, when the air is filled with the scent of pine …