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October 8, 2015 at 12:47 pm

The dark side of décor: Touch of black adds allure

A touch of black can add intrigue, sophistication and even mystery to a decorating scheme, inside or out.

December 29, 2013 at 9:23 pm

Jan. 1 changes to shed new light on what bulbs we can use

Say goodbye to the old-style light bulb. On Jan. 1 it will become illegal to manufacture or import 60- and 40-watt incandescent bulbs because of...

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March 22, 2013 at 8:00 pm

Stencils add style to any décor VIEW

Stenciling has gotten sassy. No longer is the craft limited to fusty designs and Colonial borders. Today’s stenciling is bigger, bolder and fashionably fresh. “It’s...

February 22, 2013 at 8:00 pm

Leather pushes decorative envelope

Love the look of leather? Saddle up. Leather is going beyond couches, chairs and table tops. It’s upholstering walls and covering floors, and manufactured materials...

August 28, 2012 at 6:30 am

Quilt designs on barns blanket rural America

One woman's dream of painting a quilt square on a barn catches on across the country as an effort to promote tourism and spark economic...

August 17, 2012 at 8:00 pm

Design principles that emphasize the way you live

If you are planning to build your own home, do your homework before starting project.

June 8, 2012 at 8:00 pm

Structural glass lets in light

Steve Levey faced a challenge: How could he bring light to his clients' dark, cramped first-floor sitting room? It's a common problem. Levey's solution, however,...

May 28, 2012 at 9:00 pm

Children learn to knit and give

A school knitting program promotes not just the craft, but also compassion. The young participants learn to help each other while creating patchwork blankets that...

May 4, 2012 at 8:00 pm

Blog aids in renovation of ‘midcentury modest’ homes

The appeal of pink bathrooms and knotty-pine kitchens.

April 3, 2012 at 7:47 pm

Home and garden news and notes

Popular cleaning product offered in concentrated form.