Karen Parziale

How to Hang a Curtain Rod: An Easy DIY Guide

Learn how to hang your drapes like a proIt’s tempting to put off hanging your curtains, but believe us when we say the next-door neighbors really don’t want to see you watching ''Seinfeld'' in your underwear. ''It’...

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Fold Curtains That Are Too Long

Curtains can be pricy, so if you accidentally bought a set that are too long, you're probably not in a big hurry to replace them. However, you're probably also not super excited about seeing your curtains puddled on the ...

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Arrange Pictures on a Wall

Good wall décor, combined with sensible furniture and decorations, can take a room from "good" to "great," but even the Mona Lisa will look silly on your wall if it's crooked or poorly-arranged. Don't waste time arrangi...

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Cut Blinds

Are your blinds too wide to fit your window? You don't have to go curtain shopping just yet. It's actually fairly easy to cut blinds down to size, whether you're working with Venetian blinds, vinyl mini blinds, or someth...

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Hang Curtains over Vertical Blinds

Depending on your living situation, you may be faced with vertical blinds that you either can’t take down or don’t want to take down. Thankfully, there are a few easy ways to install curtains overtop of vertical blin...

How to Install Blinds

Moving into a new home and want to install window treatments? Looking to upgrade those boring old vinyl blinds with something a little more impressive? If so, you’re in the right place! Choosing and installing blinds m...

3 Simple Ways to Fluff a Pillow

Learn to keep pillows fluffy (and know when to replace them)Everyone wants to lay their head to rest in a cloudlike, cozy sleep-scape—and fluffing your pillows can help make that dream come true! Fluffing a pillow mak...

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Hang Curtains in a Bay Window

Hanging curtains in a bay window can be tricky because of how bay windows are shaped. Fortunately, by choosing the right hardware and taking the time to install it properly, you can have bay window curtains that function...

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Use Mirrors for Good Feng Shui

The placement of mirrors is a major element of feng shui. Choosing the correct mirrors, being aware of what your mirrors are reflecting, and placing your mirrors carefully can all help give your home good feng shui.

11 Decorating Ideas for Your Study Table

Make your study table more inviting and organizedA well-decorated and organized study table is essential for effective studying. Whether you have a dedicated study room, a desk, or simply the kitchen table or even a wall...

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Dress Narrow Windows

If you have narrow windows and are unsure of how to dress them, fret not! Simply measure your windows and choose between curtains, valances, swags, blinds, or shades. In addition, choose to use classic, tension, or retur...

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Put a Quilt on a Bed

Quilts are a great way to add some color and texture to your bedroom decor. Putting it on the bed is pretty straightforward, but if you want it to look extra tidy, you can tuck it into the sides and bottom. Doing a hospi...

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Organize a Dresser Drawer

Do you open your dressers only to have it look like a raccoon took a nap in there? Do you feel like you have more clothes than you can possibly store? Organizing a dresser drawer is a great solution to either of these pr...

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Decorate Around a Round Mirror

Round mirrors can really breathe some life into your room, and are a great starting point for sprucing up your home. Play around with different decor and accents to spice up your living space and really give it a persona...

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Decorate a Mirror

Decorating is a fun and creative way to update an old or plain mirror. Changing the mirror frame is one way to go about decorating it. You can paint it a different color, create a new frame, or add embellishments to an o...

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Light Artwork on a Wall

When it comes to wall art, lighting can make all the difference! Choosing an appropriate lighting fixture can give your wall art the perfect spotlight it needs to stand out. The type of bulb and the temperature of its li...

How to

Choose Curtains

Choosing the right curtains can strongly and positively impact any room. However, it can be an overwhelming decision, especially since there are a lot of factors to consider. Color, fabric, length, and lining all need to...

How to Measure Windows for Blinds

Measuring for blinds may be somewhat daunting, but it's actually quite straightforward and easy to do. This article provides simple instructions for measuring both inside and outside windows.

3 Easy Ways to Decorate and Brighten a Balcony with Lights

A balcony is your own little corner of the world—a place where you can relax and unwind while enjoying some fresh air. Good lighting can make a difference in transforming your outdoor space from a simple balcony to a c...

How to

Store Tools in an Apartment

Do you have stacks of tools taking up valuable space in your apartment? Not to worry—there are lots of clever ways you can organize, sort, and store your work tools without cluttering your living space. Here are 12 e...