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How to Make a Valentine Mobile

By Ruby Bayan

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Mobiles are interesting décor items because they are dynamic and always in motion. Hanging your favorite items in a balanced, free-moving configuration can be attractive to infants learning about shapes and motion, as well as to art aficionados ... more »

How to Make CD Case Bookends

By eHow Home & Garden Editor

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Finding a way to store books on a bookshelf without spending a lot of money on bookends does not have to be difficult. With a little extra work, a CD jewel case works well as a bookend. This CD case bookend is inexpensive and is a great way to ... more »

How to Make Retro Window Treatments

By eHow Home & Garden Editor

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A retro window treatment may be just the thing that you need to accent a room to reflect a style you love. In order to pick the design and treatment, you must first decide which era you would like to depict. It is wise to use something more than ... more »

How to Make Your Bedroom Sensual

By moedean

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Your bedroom should be a place for relaxation, pleasure and passion. Not a stage for confrontations, anxiety and restlessness. Think of your bedroom as your sanctuary away from the world and your playroom for that special someone. Give it the ... more »

How to make your Home the palace of today with out burning your pockets

By ForyourHome

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As we become more of a home conscious people, many more of us are pouring money and time into making better homes and gardens. However it is not always about tearing down your home walls, adding closets or buying all new furniture to upgrade or ... more »

How to Organize a Bookcase

By michellemathews

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Organizing your bookcase is a great first step to improving the decor in your home office. Your desk can be completely organized but if your bookcase is stuffed full of unread books, stacks of papers, magazines and knick-knacks your office will ... more »

How to Organize Gift Wrap and Seasonal Decorations

By eHow Holidays & Celebrations Editor

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Wrapping packages is a pleasure when you have the right supplies organized and at your fingertips. Wrapping your house with lights and other holiday decorations is less of a chore if you can locate the items easily--and find them in good ... more »

How to Paint on Jars

By Kristie Leong M.D.

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Empty glass jars can be transformed into beautiful decorative art objects with a coat of paint and an interesting design. Here's how to paint on jars... more »

How to Paint Professional Looking Words on Your Walls

By DonnaGrazia

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You don't have to be an artist to paint a sentiment, a quote, or child's name on the wall. Just follow these directions and you can get a very professional looking result, adding a personal touch to any room in your home... more »

How to Pick Wood Paneling

By eHow Home & Garden Editor

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Choosing the right paneling for your home can be a big decision. There are many factors to consider before spending a lot of money and time installing it. Take your time and make the right choice so you will be satisfied for years to come with ... more »

How to Recover a Lampshade

By eHow Home & Garden Editor

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If you need an updated look but can't afford a new lamp, just recover a lampshade. This project requires no sewing skills and provided the base is still in good shape, you can turn that worn out lamp into a designer masterpiece in an afternoon. ... more »

How to Recycle Cardboard Boxes

By Ruby Bayan

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Empty cardboard boxes, whether they were used to move personal belongings or to deliver office supplies and furniture, are among the easiest items to recycle. You can toss them into the recycle dumpsters or you can reuse them into many practical ... more »

How to Recycle Shutters Into a Plant Stand

By Ruby Bayan

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Don't throw those old window shutters away! Whatever their condition is, as long as the frames are intact, you can easily recycle them into decorative and attention-catching pedestals for your favorite houseplants. Here's a step-by-step guide on ... more »

How to Reupholster Dining-room Chair Seats

By jamaclassics

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The Holidays are here again, and maybe you would like to seat your Thanksgiving Dinner guests on some new upholstery; If you can use simple hand tools you can do this project!.. more »

How to Upgrade Secondhand Furniture

By eHow Home & Garden Editor

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Secondhand furniture is inexpensive and can easily be upgraded. Here are some ways to update used furnishings... more »

How to Use Feng Shui to Organize Your Library or Study

By John Gossett

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The place in your house where you test your mental processes greater than any other should lend itself to optimal use of your mind with minimal interference. Your study is not a surrogate storeroom/utility room or electronics repository, though ... more »

How to Use Mirrors in your home

By Leighstips

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This will help you with great ideas of using mirrors to create light,solve problems and to look great.. more »

How to Build a PVC Room Divider

By eHow Home & Garden Editor

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PVC pipe room dividers are a simple way to create a stylish divider that is easily disassembled when not in use. Decorate your room divider in any way needed to fit the decor of the room, or use it as a background for special occasions. Read on ... more »

How to Buy a Sofa

By eHow Home & Garden Editor

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Finding the right sofa is crucial to your living room's décor - and to the room's relaxation factor. Here are some tips that will help you rise to the challenge... more »

How to Buy Furniture One Piece at a Time

By eHow Home & Garden Editor

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If your budget dictates that you furnish your house or apartment slowly, be smart about it. Here are some tips for buying furniture one piece at a time... more »

How to Choose a Decorative Gutter Chain

By eHow Home & Garden Editor

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Installing gutter rain chains on your home is a terrific way to add a little curb appeal to your property and take advantage of Mother Nature. Think of rain chains as a trickling water fountain that turns on and off automatically when it rains ... more »

How to Choose a Pattern of Laminate Flooring

By eHow Home & Garden Editor

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The choices in laminate flooring patterns are astounding. Here are some pointers for helping you make a final selection... more »

How to Choose a Tablecloth Size

By ricky11

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Isn't it frustrating to bring home a tablecloth and have it hang too far over the short ends and just barely fit the table the long way? There are two simple solutions to this problem: buy placemats or cut your table to size! If those don't ... more »

How to Choose Area Rugs to Complement Your Home's Decorating Style

By eHow Home & Garden Editor

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With the eclectic looks prevalent in home decor today, there's a lot of leeway in rug choices. But here are some ideas... more »

How to Choose Colors to Set a Mood

By eHow Home & Garden Editor

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Color can go a long way toward setting the mood and energy level in a room. Here are some suggestions for using color for your desired effect... more »

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