Art & Home Accessories

Bavaria is a region within today's Germany, near Austria and Switzerland. For several centuries, Bavaria has produced exquisite china items that are highly collectible today.

Why pay high dollar for one of those Redneck windcimes from the chain stores when you can make your own from "junk" laying around the house and garage. Empty beer cans,...

Metalworking is the art of turning steel and other metals into beautiful, useful objects. It is tough, hot, dirty and dangerous. It is important to follow all safety procedures and use all...

Easily create wall art that reflects your style. Cover Styrofoam sheets with fabric, scrapbook papers, or wall paper remnants to complement your existing home decor. From contemporary chic to...

Inexpensive and simple curtains can be made quickly with a minimum of materials. All you need are basic sewing skills, thread, fabric and a sewing machine. For affordable cloth, look in the...

Curtains are one of the most important focal points in any room in the house, but choosing the right product, at the right price, is an absolute must for your decorating needs. Here are a few tips...

Over time, crystal can become cloudy looking. This is caused by mineral deposits and tiny scratches that occur on the crystal's soft surface. Here are some tips on how to keep your crystal clear.

Fragrance lamps, which operate on the process of catalytic combustion, are the quintessential answer to taking control of your home' s indoor air quality. The main function of these stylish...

Oriental rugs are considered one of the best rugs in the entire world. There is no better rug available and most of the rugs become family heirlooms. However, you will usually pay dearly for these...

Looking to perk up your rooms? Invite the sunshine in! Yellow--from butter to sunflower--brightens any space and makes it more cheerful. And a twist of lemon adds zest to neutral shades of gray....

To me, toss pillows are like shoes. A girl can never have too many. And there are always reasons to have different colors, sizes and shapes--but even more importantly--they really change up the...

This ehow will show you where to find good deals on home furniture and home decor by telling you how to find the places with good deals.

They say "beauty is in the eye of the beholder," well I agree--which is why I am such a big fan of encouraging people to create their own art! Here are a few tips for a no-fuss, no-paint way to...

How to Hang Art Work is not that hard. Haven't you walked into someone's home and they've had lovely paintings and furniture, but something just didn't seem quite right? Did you notice that maybe...

Candice Olson is a Canadian interior designer whose TV show, Divine Design, has made her famous. Her style is a mix of contemporary and traditional with a bit of the unexpected.

For those who don't know Nate Berkus, he is the decorator of choice for Oprah Winfrey and has appeared on her TV show many times. He has also been published in many magazines and has his own...

In this tutorial you will learn how to make your own tiles for any room inside or outside your home. You can even use them for coasters. This can be a big conversational piece in your home as well...

Repacing a doorknob is not too hard, you have to have a knowledge of basic handtools and a little knowhow.

Leftover crown molding and scrap lumber can be used to build some great looking wall shelves to display plates, candles, collectibles or photos. A quick project that you can finish in a weekend,...

There is always the need for more space in a home! Many times, my clients with large living rooms or family rooms have a corner or side of the room that is just not used. You may have this same...

Whether you are replacing or making original chair cushions, this step by step guide can make this a rewarding project that you can do.

Making display cases is fun and easy, and gives you a neat way to show off your collectibles.

Here is a short and sweet article on how to hang your guitar/guitars on the wall for storage and style. Enjoy!

You can easily make these unique table covers that are big in style, but little in cost. Consider these the new fangled doilies like your Mother or Grandmother used to make. In fact, make one of...

My grandmother's old serving spoon is tarnished and thin in places, but it has a lot of sentimental value. Rather than leaving it in a drawer, I'm putting it on display in my kitchen. What may...

How to make a beautiful bed canopy.

The list of materials to make simple picture frames is lengthy, but if you've done any woodworking at all, you should have most of the materials at home. For this article, note the blue frame has...

Nothing oozes charm like a window box full of trailing plants and flowers! To build the one shown, you'll need a few simple tools, some lumber and supplies, and some scrap cardboard to transfer...

The calming sound of bubbling water from an indoor water fountain can enhance a room's ambiance. Building a water fountain is a fairly easy project, and once you've figured out the basics, it is...

Monogram Art is all of the rage in home design now. Here is an easy, affordable project that you can do yourself...and it's so pretty, too! I have given these as housewarming gifts and...

Oil paintings can be cleaned at home, saving you several hundred dollars in professional cleaning charges. Depending on what type of dirt and grime has accumulated on the painting there are...

Sterling Silver is the whitest of all metals and very soft even when alloyed. It is a proven fact that continuous polishing over time can remove infinitesmal amounts of the metal. In time,...

You can easily cover your dining room chairs.

Color isn't the only way to breathe life into a room. Mixing and layering patterns in a space is a great way to create interest, if you know how to make it all work together.

Would you like to display decorative items on a shelf or in a cabinet? If so, this article will provide tips and tricks for getting the best arrangement.

This article explains how to frame a print using glazier points.

This tutorial is for the beginner. If you have never made clay pottery, this article will take you through the steps to create your first pinch pot. Links are provided at the end for those who...

As any student or post-grad can report, money can be tight. With a little imagination and creativity, you can furnish your apartment and still stay on budget. Here are some tips we used to...

Want to spuce up your living room or hang family pictures? Let's break it down into steps so we have a nice level picture hanging when we are done.

This will describe how to create a table top water feature to add peace and serenity to any interior space from home to office.

Whether you are throwing a party or simply wish to restock you cabinets, wine glasses can be very expensive. Cheap wine glasses are out there if you look for them. The following article will...

If you watch any of the home decorating shows on today, you know how popular chalkboards have become. Though once used in school rooms by our grandparents, these handy boards are great for...

Bathrooms may be small, but they have room for a lot of personality. You can make a simple bathroom into an attractive, soothing place. You spend a decent amount of time in your bathroom, so it...

Are you having a hard time finding a rug that coordinates with your decor? Consider making your own. This article will give steps for making a hand painted rug, also called a floor cloth.

Memory walls display pictures of family & friends and memories of good times. This article will list some steps to creating your memory wall.

Everyone loves to display their children's art, but the display can often look cluttered and messy. This article will list a few ideas on how to display your kids' artwork in a more organized and...

Water features can add an ambiance to any room. A water fountain creates a relaxing and soothing environment in your space. This article will show you some steps to build your own copper wall...

Would you like to unclutter your home and do not know where to start? Here are a few tips to get a tidy organized home that will simplify your life.

I came up with this cheap, modern magnetic art display piece when I redecorated my teen daughter's room -- but it would work equally well in a kitchen or family room. An easy, stylish way to...

I was browsing at Target the other day and drooling over their new Arctic Solstice Christmas home decor collection of silvered glass jars and other objects. After looking at the price tag on a...