Decorating Materials & Supplies

More and more people are opting to forgo traditional headboards for looks that showcase their personalities. You can make a headboard without breaking the bank. Using molding to create your...

The kitchen backsplash is a great place to infuse color and style into the kitchen---especially in modern kitchens that utilize a lot of stainless steel. When designing a backsplash yourself, it...

Curtains add a lot to your home decor, but can be costly, especially if you have abnormal sized windows. However you can save money buying readymade curtains and altering them to look like custom...

Generally, the wall behind your sink is either plaster or (in newer homes) sheetrock. Sheetrock is especially vulnerable to moisture damage caused by spray from the sink. Installing a tile...

Tumbled marble is the most natural-looking of tiles. Its surface is pockmarked with random holes and indentations, giving it the look of a natural stone wall. When using tumbled marble tiles in...

Old vinyl-top tables and chairs can be given new life. Vinyl fabric is available in a variety of patterns and colors, permitting you to update plain card tables or that old 1960s-era dinette set...

Do you have tacky, busy drapes that just scream 1985? Don’t worry. These draperies are not a lost cause. Before you toss them in the trash, take on a project to upgrade your draperies with a...

If you'd love the look of beautiful stacked stone on your concrete block foundation but can't afford the costly materials, make your own "stone" from Portland cement. By using sponges...

If you are finding that you like living in older homes, you may also find that you don't like dealing with the cast iron bathtubs that often chip, and even after refinishing, present the dilemma...

I wanted a drastic change for my dining room into something beautiful, that the whole family could enjoy, so I decided to reupholster the dining chairs from a set I purchased at an antique auction...

If you are interested in a woodworking project that offers a lot of reward, think about building your own collage picture frames. They are really worth building because they can frame several of...

How about a beautiful, easy to build, possibly economical wood ceiling? When I built my office here in the country I wanted to use as much wood as possible, and so made all of the ceilings of...

Early man looked into the water to see his reflection. Today people only need to look to the wall of their home to see themselves. Mirrors are all around us. As the world becomes more connected,...

One of the most beautiful additions you can make to your decor is a large framed mirror. A mirror adds welcome light and warmth, reflecting both sunlight and candlelight. A wide variety of frames...

Are you in the mood to give your kitchen a make over, but don't have the budget to replace the cabinets? Have no fear. You can reface your cabinets with a bit of elbow grease and determination.

If you have a bed without a headboard, and have always wanted an upholstered one, this is an easy way to make one yourself. It is a little detailed, but easily attainable.

Fiber optic lighting can be mesmerizing to the eyes. It can set the mood and can be an excellent conversation piece. You can often see fiber optic lights in theaters that illuminate dark areas...

Many people are turning to soy based scents in lieu of essential oils. Some prefer the high-grade quality of soy. Others prefer using natural oils. Still others like the way soy can be used when...

The day has finally arrived! You've saved enough money to begin redecorating your house and can see the completed project in your mind's eye. You go to the store and flip through endless stacks of...

Old aluminum hand engraving is an art form, one that has been practiced for many years. In fact, it is probably one of the oldest art forms of man and known to have existed as far back as the...

Leather--it's an expensive and beautiful material to use in furnishing, but it sure is tough to clean. Here are a couple tips you can try to get stubborn ink stains out of your leather furniture.

In today's day our kids are loaded with toys at an early age. How do you find a way to keep them all organized?

Many of us can't afford to shop at the department stores when we want to buy decor for our homes. I will give you some tips and ideas to get you started in decorating your place at prices you can...

A magnetic kitchen back splash is a great way to do something different and practical in your kitchen. Making a magnetic kitchen back splash does not take a great deal of carpentry skill and can...