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  • How to Make DIY Monogrammed Ceramics

    How to Make DIY Monogrammed Trophies

    Or mugs, dishes, or vases -- anything ceramic or glass. But I went with trophies. Supplies glass paint or all-purpose…
    October 25, 2012
  • Patterned Black and White Pillows (Each Under $50)

    I put together a couple of guides to mixing and matching throw pillows last week. Many of you requested a…
    October 6, 2011
  • Patterned Pillows to be Mixed & Matched with Wild Abandon

    Any and all of these throw pillows work together, but for the pattern shy, may I suggest choosing just two?…
    September 27, 2011
  • Patterned Pillows for the Color-Shy

    Here's a nice way to add a little pattern without going all boom boom pow. • stripes • polka dots…
    September 27, 2011
  • How to Make DIY Monogrammed Ceramics

    How to Make DIY Monogrammed Trophies

    Or mugs, dishes, or vases — anything ceramic or glass. But I went with trophies. Supplies glass paint or all-purpose craft paint (I like Martha…

    October 25, 201215 comments'C' for Crafts, Crafty (& Handy)
  • Patterned Black and White Pillows (Each Under $50)

    I put together a couple of guides to mixing and matching throw pillows last week. Many of you requested a few more affordable options, so…

    October 6, 201116 comments'D' for Decorating, Filing Cabinet
  • Patterned Pillows to be Mixed & Matched with Wild Abandon

    Any and all of these throw pillows work together, but for the pattern shy, may I suggest choosing just two? • stripes • polka dots…

    September 27, 201128 comments'D' for Decorating, Filing Cabinet
  • Patterned Pillows for the Color-Shy

    Here’s a nice way to add a little pattern without going all boom boom pow. • stripes • polka dots • floral • texture •…

    September 27, 201110 comments'D' for Decorating, Filing Cabinet
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