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  • Category: Uncategorized  (31)
    • The House Set by: Sarakastic

      February 8, 2012, 02:01

      I'm not a fan of modern decor and usually I don't notice anything on House except for Hugh Laurie. Well I do notice the gross parts where I have to look away…

    • Flooring Options by: Sarakastic

      February 7, 2012, 02:00

      One thing that always interests me about interior design is what everyone else in the world is doing. I was going through the Robert Inwood Flooring site today…

    • Ways to Make an Apartment Feel Bigger by: Sarakastic

      January 30, 2012, 00:36

      I'm lucky that I don't live in NYC because my apartment would probably cost thousands of dollars per month there even though it's on the small side. However, I…

    • NETFLIX SHOWS by: Sarakastic

      January 29, 2012, 12:31

      Content by Sol Rosales We decided to get clear wireless internet and have been really pleased with it. Before, we had a slow internet connection and were…

    • Planning for Single Awareness Day by: Sarakastic

      January 22, 2012, 01:29

      If I know I'm going to be single on Valentine's Day I try to plan ahead just the same way I would if I was with someone. Then I'm not just trying to get the…

    • Apothecary by: Sarakastic

      January 19, 2012, 12:38

      I'm obessed with all furniture with the word apothecary in it. I ran across this set that someone on Polyvore created. I don't know what I would do with all of…

    • My Favorite Thing Said on a Wedding Show by: Sarakastic

      January 18, 2012, 13:07

      I think for any fashionista the pinnacle is a wedding dress. I find it funny that being a bridezilla seems to be such a big trend; as does hiring wedding…

    • Do You Irrigate? by: Sarakastic

      January 18, 2012, 01:08

      Since I live in Utah irrigation is a way of life. As I've gotten older and traveled a lot more across the country I found out that this isn't always the case.…

    • Real Homes by: Sarakastic

      January 16, 2012, 21:08

      With a lot of decor magazines I'm just used to seeing the same thing over and over. I was so excited to check out the site for the Real Homes magazine for a…

    • Extreme Makeover Home Edition by: Sarakastic

      January 16, 2012, 09:12

      I love this show because of the heart felt stories. However, I usually find myself with a sense of anxiety while watching it. The houses are just too extreme.…

    • Is Gray Really a Neutral? by: Sarakastic

      January 14, 2012, 02:06

      Gray is a pretty big color in decorating. People are treating it like a neutral and pairing it with brighter tones such as turquoise. This livens up what would…

    • My Biggest Investment by: Sarakastic

      January 13, 2012, 14:05

      For me my biggest investment in my home was my mattress. At first I was more tempted to spend money on cute furniture. However, I figured a good night's sleep…

    • Dear HGTV, by: Sarakastic

      January 12, 2012, 13:04

      Please make a roku channel. It could even be a subscription option that I'd pay extra for. I have cable but I live in an area that's so remote that HGTV isn't…

    • Southern Utah Landscaping by: Sarakastic

      January 12, 2012, 01:31

      One big reason I didn't want to move to Southern Utah is the landscaping. However, I love the lifestyle of being able to hike so that won out. Since it is a…

    • Will You Decorate It? by: Sarakastic

      January 10, 2012, 13:58

      I think that Pantone's new color of the year called Tangerine Tango looks great because I love the color orange. I'm already reading about a lot of bloggers…

    • What Would You Do With a Yard? by: Sarakastic

      January 10, 2012, 01:57

      This is something that I ask myself a lot because I'm an apartment dweller. I know that a lot of homeowners hate having to take care of a backyard. Instead, I…

    • Time for a Change by: Sarakastic

      January 5, 2012, 14:32

      The best and worst thing about living in an apartment is that I can't make huge changes. However, it's nice to not have renovations on my mind and as part of…

    • 2012 Decor Advice by: Sarakastic

      January 5, 2012, 02:45

      The big problem with finding the new decorating trends for 2012 is that most of the decor shows are on hiatus so that isn't an option. Plus, a lot of the…

    • How to Make it as a Decor Blogger by: Sarakastic

      January 5, 2012, 02:30

      I read a lot of the top decor blogs but haven't achieved this same status myself at least yet. Part of this has to do with the fact that I live in an apartment…

    • How to Make it as a Decor Blogger by: Sarakastic

      January 5, 2012, 02:26

      I read a lot of the top decor blogs but haven't achieved this same status myself at least yet. Part of this has to do with the fact that I live in an apartment…

    • House Plans for 2012 by: Sarakastic

      January 5, 2012, 02:14

      In the blogging world I've found it amazing some of the plans that people come up with for their homes in the new year. Sometimes it's little like adding house…

    • Home Resolutions by: Sarakastic

      January 2, 2012, 20:53

      I always think that I have so much work to do around my apartment. Then I watch the show Hoarders on A&E and instead I just have a total feeling of…

    • Nate Show Trends by: Sarakastic

      January 2, 2012, 02:54

      I remember that last year there was a Nate Berkus show about the upcoming design trends for the next year. I really hope that they do this again. I was all set…

    • Does It Even Exist? by: Sarakastic

      December 30, 2011, 06:39

      No, I'm not talking about true love although I'd like to know that too. Instead, I'm wondering if there are any faucet finishes that don't leave water spots. I…

    • Pool Hunting by: Sarakastic

      December 30, 2011, 00:46

      On a recent episode of House Hunters the wife was buying a house while her husband was away at war. The husbands' only basic request was that there is a pool…

    • Santa pictures by: Sarakastic

      December 29, 2011, 18:42

      Author: Dorsey Velasquez I love taking our kids to see Santa. Every year I take them to the same mall and have their picture taken with the same Santa. It is…

    • Holiday Decor Trends by: Sarakastic

      December 29, 2011, 12:41

      As the decorating princess one of my favorite trends this year was the use of tiaras and crowns. There were a lot of these printed on porcelain ornaments the…

    • Wedding Decoration Pictures and Photos by: Sarakastic

      March 18, 2011, 22:09

      I've been looking at wedding decoration pictures all day. No, I'm not engaged, I'm still single. However, I love the recent trends of inexpensive receptions as…

    • Beginner's Guide to Indoor Paint Colors by: Sarakastic

      February 11, 2010, 05:26

      The right indoor paint colors will solve problems instead of create them. It seems like beginning painters always go towards different shades of white or…

    • Choosing Paint Colors for Bathrooms by: Sarakastic

      February 11, 2010, 05:26

      Paint colors for bathrooms allow you to decorate inexpensively and easily. Your room probably doesn’t have a lot of space for decor but you don't just want…

    • Guilty decorating pleasures by: Sarakastic

      August 29, 2008, 17:28

      I usually try to recreate decorating looks on a budget. It's my thing. However, I can't help but lust after an antique Chinese wedding bed. The first problem…

  • Category: Art Tutorials Free  (16)
    • Free Art Tutorials by: Decorating Princess

      September 28, 2007, 07:22

      I always thought that painting looked fun. However, I just knew that I wasn't artist. I was afraid to take an art class. It was like how some people won't join…

    • Now that’s what I call art by: Decorating Princess

      September 5, 2007, 20:07

      I've always wanted to throw darts at balloons filled with paint & then call the result art. I've seen this on movies several times & it always looks…

    • Loved by all by: Decorating Princess

      August 20, 2007, 06:33

      I'm still trying to find my inner artist. Things have hit a bit of a slump, mostly because I've been worried that I'm just not good enough. When I get this…

    • Artists Block by: Decorating Princess

      August 14, 2007, 10:18

      We've all heard of writers block, but I'm going through painter's block. I sit down to paint & all I can think of is I'm not good enough. Normally when I…

    • Well Duh is the technical term by: Decorating Princess

      August 6, 2007, 06:45

      The "Head of Man" painting that was thought to be a Van Gogh worth 21.5 million is said to be a fake. The painting, which resides in an Australia gallery is…

    • Audrey Hepburn Pop Art by: Decorating Princess

      August 2, 2007, 12:22

      I never really thought of doing pop art before. However, I saw some photos of Audrey Hepburn that inspired me. They made me realize that this was a much easier…

    • Nothing Wrong with Paint By Numbers by: Decorating Princess

      July 28, 2007, 20:27

      Most kids love to paint & create, most adults don't. Most kids can really find beauty in whatever they have created. As an adult, we tend to be too…

    • When I grow up by: Decorating Princess

      July 19, 2007, 09:50

      I love to look around at different paintings & try to interpret different styles. This really helps me see where I want to go as an artist. I feel like I'm…

    • Art is all in the title by: Decorating Princess

      July 17, 2007, 13:27

      I don't know how many times I've looked at abstract art, & thought what is it? Then I glance at the title & it's always something like "Post-Traumatic…

    • What is ochre? by: Decorating Princess

      July 17, 2007, 13:06

      When I first started painting, I was shocked to learn that colors weren't what I thought they would be. I was sure that I would be using a lot of red, green,…

    • Painting People by: Decorating Princess

      June 22, 2007, 08:16

      I always thought that I couldn't paint people.  If I did try to paint people, I definitely couldn't paint them in watercolors.  No one could paint them in…

    • The best of painting with Sara by: Decorating Princess

      June 21, 2007, 11:48

      This is one of my favorite paintings & it's one of my first watercolors.  It doesn't have a name, poor thing. I think I like it because of the simplicity…

    • The Monet of Seafood by: Decorating Princess

      June 19, 2007, 11:06

      I was looking through my old art portfolio & discovered that I am unusually talented at painting seafood.  This is unusual because I don't really like…

    • Pure Luck by: Decorating Princess

      June 18, 2007, 10:07

      Usually when I sit down to paint, I have everything laid out.  I know what colors & techniques I'm going to use, & what picture or tutorial I will…

    • What you see is not always what you get by: Decorating Princess

      June 13, 2007, 14:07

      I sat down the other day to paint this: This is what came out: What?  You notice the difference too?  My painting didn't photograph well, it really doesn't…

    • Free Art Painting Tutorial: Dots by: Decorating Princess

      August 13, 2006, 19:42

      How many times have you looked at a piece of art and thought, I could do that? Well you are right, you can. Pick up a few canvases, craft paints and brushes at…

  • Category: Celebrity Style  (39)
    • New Gilmore Girls sets by: Sarakastic

      January 17, 2012, 05:40

      This Polyvore user gave a slightly French air to Rory. Since Gilmore Girls is such a popular international show, why not? ~Gilmore girls tribute~ (I miss this…

    • Rory Gilmore Style by: Sarakastic

      January 17, 2012, 05:38

      Rory looks so elegant here. I wish that someday there will be a movie with her wedding. She would make a beautiful bride. She reminds me of Audrey Hepburn…

    • Gilmore Girls Sweaters by: Sarakastic

      January 17, 2012, 05:37

      This Polyvore user did a fantastic job. I love how it highlights the sweaters the Gilmore Girls are always wearing. There's also a really beautiful look to the…

    • Alexis Rory Pics by: Sarakastic

      January 17, 2012, 05:35

      When I saw this beautiful collection on Polyvore I knew I had to post it. Wherever she goes or whatever she does Alexis will always be Rory to me. She looks…

    • Rory Gilmore Pics by: Sarakastic

      January 17, 2012, 05:33

      Until I saw this set on Polyvore I never noticed this about Rory Gilmore's clothes. I adore how she looks in gold and she does tend to wear lots of neutrals.…

    • Rory Gilmores Style by: Sarakastic

      January 17, 2012, 05:31

      Leave it to this Polyvore user to track down Rory Gilmore's schoolgirl style. Really love this relaxed feeling; it's something I could actually wear.   …

    • Gilmore Girl Fashion Advice by: Sarakastic

      January 17, 2012, 05:30

      The Gilmore Girls have great tyle. This Polyvore user found a picture where they were wearing a ton of color. These dresses are still fashionable even though…

    • Stars Hollow by: Sarakastic

      January 17, 2012, 05:28

      This Polyvore user did a great job of capturing the Stars Hollow in autumn look. Love the leaf borders; definitely cleaner and neater than anything I could…

    • Rory & Logan by: Sarakastic

      January 17, 2012, 05:27

      I'm not a huge Rory and Logan fan. They are my least favorite Gilmore Girls couple. However, I really do admire a lot of how they actually look. They are a…

    • The Most Memorable Gilmore Girls Moments by: Sarakastic

      January 17, 2012, 05:17

      Some of the best Gilmore Girls moments are captured by this Polyvore user. It uses all different kinds of beautiful pictures of first kisses and beautiful…

    • What Would Lorelai Gilmore Wear? by: Sarakastic

      January 17, 2012, 05:16

      This Polyvore user does a great job of nailing down exactly what you'll need to look like Lorelai or Rory Gilmore. Gilmore Girls by catherinedahl featuring…

    • Paris Gellar Style Icon by: Sarakastic

      January 17, 2012, 05:14

      Sure Paris Gellar is known more for her wit than her fashion. I love how this Polyvore user showcases some of her better styles because she is so beautiful.…

    • Unusual Gilmore Girls Pictures by: Sarakastic

      January 17, 2012, 05:13

      I've seen a lot of Gilmore Girls pictures since I run a blog on it. However, this Polyvore user shows an entirely new one I've never come across. Have you seen…

    • Luke & Lorelai Picture by: Sarakastic

      January 17, 2012, 05:12

      This Polyvore user really captures Luke and Lorelai. They are both my relationship and style inspirations.The Most Romantic Couple by cassirin featuring…

    • Tweed Audrey Hepburn Looks by: Sarakastic

      January 17, 2012, 05:11

      I love houndstooth and it's such a classic look with Audrey Hepburn's beautiful little black dress. This Polyvore user really knows how to mix and match…

    • Audrey Hepburn Collage by: Sarakastic

      January 17, 2012, 05:09

      This Polyvore collage is so cool just because it shows Audrey Hepburn in a more modern way with lots of fon and color.#258. FNO - Style Icon - Audrey Hepburn.…

    • Audrey Hepburn in Black and White by: Sarakastic

      January 17, 2012, 04:36

      My favorite Audrey Hepburn pictures are in black and white. This Polyvore creator really showed off her beautiful porcelain skin.Audrey Hepburn by breakingtheru…

    • Audrey Hepburn Basics by: Sarakastic

      January 17, 2012, 04:27

      This Polyvore user was wonderful at showcasing a classic white shirt. I've never looked good in this but on Audrey it's just incredible. Lanvin in Audrey 4…

    • Classic Audrey Hepburn by: Sarakastic

      January 17, 2012, 04:16

      This Polyvore user did a great job of tracking down exactly what you need for an Audrey Hepburn look although those designers can get pretty pricey.Style…

    • Fairy Tale Audrey Hepburn by: Sarakastic

      January 17, 2012, 04:12

      I love how this polyvore user chose to a more fantasy look for Audrey like what you'd see at a Masquerade ball.   Audrey Hepburn by fantasiegirl…

    • Audrey Hepburn Quotes by: Sarakastic

      January 17, 2012, 04:07

      I've also seen this quote attributed to Marilyn Monroe and I can see her saying it more than Audrey. Audrey loved the color black more than pink. The polyvore…

    • Audrey's Perfect Skin by: Sarakastic

      January 17, 2012, 04:05

      This picture perfectly illustrates Audrey's perfect skin. Now you can only get me to look like this if you have Photoshop.   A clean house is a sign…

    • New Audrey Pics by: Sarakastic

      January 17, 2012, 03:44

      I have't seen these pictures of Audrey Hepburn before. No matter what color or period costume she wears she always looks so great. This Polyvore maker did a…

    • Audrey in Color by: Sarakastic

      January 17, 2012, 03:41

      Usually when I think of Audrey Hepburn I think of the little black dress. This Polyvore artist re-imagined it in color. Which color? Tiffany blue of course. …

    • Audrey at Christmas by: Sarakastic

      January 17, 2012, 03:38

      The creator of this set did a great job of imaging what Audrey Hepburn would look like at a modern Christmas party. Tis' The Season {Dedications} by clumsy-kit…

    • The Brothers & Sisters Set by: Decorating Princess

      October 1, 2007, 20:37

      I'm watching "Brothers & Sisters" for the first time ever & was totally blown away & not just because they let Alley McBeal be on TV when she's…

    • Celebrity Envy by: Decorating Princess

      August 11, 2007, 05:07

      There used to be a show on cable about ordinary people who would have plastic surgery so that they looked like their favorite celebrities. Granted, I love…

    • Mary Tyler Moore’s Apartment by: Decorating Princess

      June 24, 2007, 13:13

      I've been watching "The Mary Tyler Moore Show" & it seems like her apartment should be outdated, & the shag carpeting probably is, but I…

    • The Gilmore Girls House by: Decorating Princess

      May 15, 2007, 11:25

      "Gilmore Girls" will be ending tonight, & I just realized that I haven't written about Lorelai's home makeover.  I guess I better hurry if I'm…

    • Mad about the loveseat by: Decorating Princess

      March 1, 2007, 09:56

      One of my favorite couches of all time is the couch on "Mad about you".  They bought this on an episode called "Sofa's Choice".  Then…

    • Celebrity Style: Phoebe from “Friends” by: Decorating Princess

      August 3, 2006, 14:34

      Remember the episode of "Friends" called "The one with apothecary table". Phoebe kept brining home furniture from a national home store and told Rachel it was…

    • Celebrity Decorating: Must Love Dogs by: Decorating Princess

      August 1, 2006, 20:45

      I just finished watching the romantic comedy "Must love dogs". As far as movies go, I didn't hate it. One of the saving graces was Sarah's house. It distracted…

    • Celebrity Decorating: Will & Grace Living Room by: Decorating Princess

      July 17, 2006, 18:39

      We envy their friendships, I have always envied Debra Messing's hair, but we don't need to envy Will & Grace's apartment anymore, because it's very easy to…

    • Celebrity Decorating: Oprah by: Decorating Princess

      July 12, 2006, 19:13

      This year the set of the Oprah show was uncharacteristically modern. Lots of frosted glass, a neutral color palette of mostly white, with stainless steel…

    • Whats your TV Decorating Style Free Personality Quiz by: Decorating Princess

      July 11, 2006, 15:06

      If you were going to live on the set of any TV show, what TV show would it be? Do you have the kitschy style of the Gilmore Girls? Do you use a more elegant…

    • TV Decorating Style: The Dharma & Greg Kitchen by: Decorating Princess

      July 8, 2006, 12:27

      To achieve Dharma and Greg's style is easy and inexpensive. Use crafts, arts, tapestries. This fun, energetic look is great for a kitchen. For the Dharma and…

    • TV Decorating Styles: Dharma & Greg Bargains by: Decorating Princess

      July 3, 2006, 14:12

      Long before the concept of "bringing the outdoors in" there were poor college students who would use lawn chairs in their living rooms. It wasn't a style…

    • TV Decorating Style: “Friends” Bargains by: Decorating Princess

      June 27, 2006, 18:56

      Thursdays just aren't the same since "Friends" went off the air. They embodied a generation, and even effected our decorating style. To copy the "Friends"…

    • Celebrity Decorating Style: Gilmore Girl Bargains by: Decorating Princess

      June 26, 2006, 21:29

      To say I'm fanatical about the hit TV show "Gilmore Girls" is an understatement. If Stars Hallow were an actual place I would move there. There are apparently…

  • Category: Christmas Decorating  (11)
    • When do you take down the Christmas decorations by: Decorating Princess

      January 12, 2008, 01:22

      For some people, taking down the Christmas tree is sad.  For me, I'm usually sick of all of the clutter & can't wait to get everything back to normal. …

    • Almost Free Christmas Ornaments by: Decorating Princess

      December 13, 2007, 11:31

      I've been seeing a lot of poinsettias on Christmas trees lately. I visited several large well known stores which I won't mention here because their prices…

    • Merry Christmas by: Decorating Princess

      December 25, 2006, 13:18

      Dear Blogging Friends, Yes, I'm using orange, even at Christmas.  It's what I do.  Thank you to everyone who has stopped by & left comments.  This is a…

    • Christmas Collection by: Decorating Princess

      December 19, 2006, 13:14

      There was a hallmark commercial when I was young of a very large Christmas tree with only one Christmas ornament on it, the couple's first Christmas together.…

    • Indoor Christmas Lights by: Decorating Princess

      December 13, 2006, 13:23

      I love Christmas lights, but my pet peeve is Christmas lights left up all year round. If I'm honest with myself, I'll admit that the chances of me being…

    • Painted Glass Ornaments by: Decorating Princess

      December 12, 2006, 13:26

      To make these Christmas ornaments, you will need: acrylic paints, glass ornaments (I buy the packages at the dollar store), & a paper cup. 1. Take the gold…

    • Christmas Coloring by: Decorating Princess

      December 12, 2006, 13:16

      One of my favorite Christmas traditions is a giant coloring book. We were given a "Night before Christmas:" coloring book before I was born. Each year on…

    • Teddy Bear Angel by: Decorating Princess

      December 9, 2006, 13:27

      Last year I wanted a teddy bear angel for our angel tree. This seemed impossible for me to find. So I decided to make one. I found this teddy bear ornament at…

    • What’s your Holiday Decorating Style? by: Decorating Princess

      December 7, 2006, 13:25

      I love it when holiday decor fits in with the rest of the house.  Since I put up the decorations at Thanksgiving & take them down on New Years, that's a month…

    • Raffia Bows by: Decorating Princess

      December 6, 2006, 13:22

      Our Christmas tree is a hodge podge of ornaments collected over the years & made at school. I love this because every ornament has a story & means something to…

    • Angel Tree by: Decorating Princess

      December 5, 2006, 13:14

      We are a two tree family. We have the regular big tree with all the ornaments & this is where we keep the presents. Then we have a smaller tree we call the…

  • Category: Color  (2)
    • Decorating with the color white by: Decorating Princess

      February 26, 2007, 20:22

      Most people think that white is a color, it should be right? That's what we learned in elementary school. However, white is actually the presence of all…

    • The truth about color by: Decorating Princess

      February 26, 2007, 20:15

      One of the biggest ways to change a room for the least amount of money is color.  However, there is so much conflicting advice, dark cools make a space look…

  • Category: Coupons & Deals  (5)
    • Skip the fights at white sales by: Decorating Princess

      August 30, 2007, 20:08

      There are usually some pretty good sales on Labor Day weekend. I usually don't venture out. For some reason really huge sales remind me of the fights that…

    • Unbelievable by: Decorating Princess

      July 30, 2007, 12:52

      We all have our talents, & shopping is one of mine. I always try to find the best bargains on items for my home, that I otherwise wouldn't be able to…

    • One step closer to Martha by: Decorating Princess

      June 13, 2007, 13:36

      We all know that I'm not Martha Stewart. I try to hide it. However, it shows because when I look at old bottle caps & twine I see bottle caps &…

    • Target coupon by: Decorating Princess

      March 1, 2007, 11:22

      Most men I know will not go in a Target store with a girl between the ages of 12-80. Target is this wondrous black hole, where I lose track of all time. I…

    • Back to School Decorating Coupon Codes by: Decorating Princess

      August 21, 2006, 11:57

      It's back to school time which means great sales on everything you could possibly need to decorate a dorm room or home. Here are my favorite coupons and…

  • Category: Crafts  (21)
    • Last minute halloween by: Decorating Princess

      October 31, 2007, 06:53

      I'm more than a little late writing a post about Halloween crafts. Martha Stewart probably started her Halloween shows months ago. Then again, no one has ever…

    • Look what the dollar store had by: Decorating Princess

      October 5, 2007, 06:27

      I was at the dollar store & saw all of this furry yarn. Then I tried to keep myself from jumping up & down. I'd never knit with it before because I…

    • Online crafting by: Decorating Princess

      September 17, 2007, 14:27

      I've always wanted to be able to do origami. I've tried it a few times, but my Sarakastic-ness (Yes, that's the official word for it) gets in the way & I…

    • The spidercatcher by: Decorating Princess

      September 10, 2007, 17:44

      One of the things that I hate about being a "grown up" & taking care of a house is all of the spiders & bugs. When I was a kid, there was always…

    • Crafting Inspiration by: Decorating Princess

      August 24, 2007, 09:08

      \ I love making things with craft marbles. These marble magnets have been a huge trend in crafting. I recently made up a batch of craft marbles just so I could…

    • Walk the line by: Decorating Princess

      August 13, 2007, 14:56

      Most people take some kind of home ec class where they learn to use a sewing machine. I did the same, & I basically learned how to sew a straight line,…

    • Well, I know what i’m doing this weekend by: Decorating Princess

      August 9, 2007, 13:11

      I think my all time favorite craft project was making marble magnets. I liked it so much that I even started gluing the glass marbles that you get in dollar…

    • Free Lamp Shade Craft by: Decorating Princess

      July 21, 2007, 14:27

      I was watching "Design Remix" & they had a cool idea for a free lampshade. You just need a globe that you don't want anymore. It looks really cool if it's…

    • Free Wedding Favors by: Decorating Princess

      June 23, 2007, 08:36

      There are only about a million things to remember when planning a wedding.  It seems like something is either forgotten, or the budget just won't stretch…

    • Scrapbooking Brain Freeze by: Decorating Princess

      June 21, 2007, 05:52

      I know that it's important to preserve memories. However, I just walk into the scrapbooking store & my brain freezes. I wander glassy eyed through the…

    • Memory Quilt by: Decorating Princess

      May 10, 2007, 11:57

      Mother's Day is coming up so fast, that most places won't be able to ship for Mother's Day in time. So that leaves shopping around town, trying to decide…

    • Free Mother’s Day Gift by: Decorating Princess

      May 4, 2007, 07:15

      When I was in college I was pretty broke, & Mother's Day was coming up.  I couldn't even afford the - for a store bought card, & I wanted my…

    • Think inside the box by: Decorating Princess

      May 2, 2007, 10:50

      Here is a unique craft for Mother's Day. It's not specifically for Mother's Day, which is kind of nice because Moms always showcase their presents & years…

    • Memory Jar by: Decorating Princess

      February 19, 2007, 17:24

      I had lots of broken pieces of my grandmother's jewelry. I needed a jar to store money in so I just glued them all to the jar & then filled in the gaps with…

    • Painted Glass Ornaments by: Decorating Princess

      December 12, 2006, 13:26

      To make these Christmas ornaments, you will need: acrylic paints, glass ornaments (I buy the packages at the dollar store), & a paper cup. 1. Take the gold…

    • Teddy Bear Angel by: Decorating Princess

      December 9, 2006, 13:27

      Last year I wanted a teddy bear angel for our angel tree. This seemed impossible for me to find. So I decided to make one. I found this teddy bear ornament at…

    • More Fun with Craft Marbles by: Decorating Princess

      October 31, 2006, 19:09

      A few weeks ago I posted about how to make bubble magnets from those clear marbles that you can find at dollar stores.  We had a church activity where we…

    • Knitting Loom: Your New Best Friend by: Decorating Princess

      October 30, 2006, 23:02

      It snowed here in September, so cute winter items are a must because it seems like we use them most of the year. I love making hand knitted/crocheted items,…

    • DIY Canopy by: Decorating Princess

      October 23, 2006, 18:40

      I wanted a canopy for my bedroom, but it's me, I wanted it to be free! So I took a white sheer curtain that I had & threaded 7" of ribbon through the…

    • Crochet Rose Pin Free Pattern by: Decorating Princess

      October 7, 2006, 23:01

      This is a great beginning crochet project. You can crochet these roses that have so many uses in not a lot of time & for not a lot of money. You can  stick a…

    • Picture Frame Craft by: Decorating Princess

      January 25, 2006, 15:40

      In my opinion this is the only worthwhile use of scrabble pieces. I am awe struck as to how cool this frame looks. I can't wait to forever be rid of this game.…

  • Category: Decorating Personality Test  (12)
  • Category: DIY Christmas Gifts  (6)
    • Painted Glass Ornaments by: Decorating Princess

      December 12, 2006, 13:26

      To make these Christmas ornaments, you will need: acrylic paints, glass ornaments (I buy the packages at the dollar store), & a paper cup. 1. Take the gold…

    • Teddy Bear Angel by: Decorating Princess

      December 9, 2006, 13:27

      Last year I wanted a teddy bear angel for our angel tree. This seemed impossible for me to find. So I decided to make one. I found this teddy bear ornament at…

    • Great Gift for Neighbors by: Decorating Princess

      December 3, 2006, 13:21

      I always have post Christmas cookie withdrawal. It's not as serious as it sounds. It's not an actual medical condition. I know, I know, it sounds like it is,…

    • More Fun with Craft Marbles by: Decorating Princess

      October 31, 2006, 19:09

      A few weeks ago I posted about how to make bubble magnets from those clear marbles that you can find at dollar stores.  We had a church activity where we…

    • Knitting Loom: Your New Best Friend by: Decorating Princess

      October 30, 2006, 23:02

      It snowed here in September, so cute winter items are a must because it seems like we use them most of the year. I love making hand knitted/crocheted items,…

    • Crochet Rose Pin Free Pattern by: Decorating Princess

      October 7, 2006, 23:01

      This is a great beginning crochet project. You can crochet these roses that have so many uses in not a lot of time & for not a lot of money. You can  stick a…

  • Category: DIY Home Improvement Instructions  (43)
    • DIY isn’t always best by: Decorating Princess

      October 4, 2007, 07:44

      It always seems like a good idea. I'll watch some home improvement TV, I'll read a book written by someone wearing flannel, & I'll try & tackle the…

    • Who needs primer? by: Decorating Princess

      September 28, 2007, 20:22

      A few years ago I had the brilliant ideas to faux finish the walls in the breakfast nook. This was the perfect solution because the walls didn't have a lot of…

    • How to put on a duvet cover the Sarakastic way by: Decorating Princess

      September 11, 2007, 15:32

      I've known for awhile now that duvet covers were an excellent way to change the look of a room for not a lot of money. However, for some reason I've been…

    • DIY hardwood floors by: Decorating Princess

      August 30, 2007, 19:24

      I have seen a lot of TV decorating shows that inspire questions like, "Can I paint tile?" or "Can I paint carpet?" Yes, you probably can. Should you? Absolutely…

    • DIY Drywall by: Decorating Princess

      August 24, 2007, 07:02

      It seems like every older home has that hole in the drywall, right behind the door. You know the one, that place where the doorknob hit the wall. Yes, this can…

    • DIY: Bed Rail by: Decorating Princess

      August 10, 2007, 08:36

      When I was a little kid I thought that bunk beds were the coolest. Someday, when I was rich, & had my own house, I was totally going to live in the lap of…

    • The DIY Cookbook by: Decorating Princess

      July 24, 2007, 14:14

      It's no secret that I love DIY projects. However, it's like cooking, I need a recipe. I have little technical knowledge, so when it comes to something like…

    • DIY Canopy by: Decorating Princess

      July 13, 2007, 09:43

      This is a bedroom canopy that I thought would make a great and inexpensive do it yourself project. You could make the frame out of PVC pipe or curtain rods.…

    • Real DIY by: Decorating Princess

      July 11, 2007, 11:54

      There are so many decorating shows about how to makeover your home in under a weekend & on a budget. Yes, it's possible. What these shows don't tell you is…

    • Think outside the frame by: Decorating Princess

      July 1, 2007, 20:18

      It's not always feasible to have the piece of artwork that you want in your room. It can be too expensive, you can't get it made, or it's just too obvious.…

    • DIY Headboard by: Decorating Princess

      May 16, 2007, 15:43

      Home made art work can make a room if done correctly.  You can even use it as a headboard.  This way you can make it whatever size you need, for not a lot…

    • Yet another easy headbord idea by: Decorating Princess

      May 15, 2007, 10:45

      Whenever I go to garage sales I see a lot of beautiful frames that are missing their glass.  I always want to buy them but I know I will never take the effort…

    • Free Headboard by: Decorating Princess

      May 9, 2007, 07:09

      I always laugh when I am watching decorating shows & the designer is freaking out trying to get the carpenter to make the perfect headboard on an inexpensiv…

    • I’m Martha Stewart & I don’t even know it by: Decorating Princess

      May 4, 2007, 20:16

      Today I was looking around Martha Stewart's website.  Usually this just overwhelms me & depresses me, & makes me want to hire a team of people to come…

    • Fancy High Chair by: Decorating Princess

      May 1, 2007, 05:37

      My mom needed a high chair for when the grand kids come to visit, but we didn't want to spend a lot of money.  We also wanted to have something stylish enough…

    • Headboard #5 by: Decorating Princess

      April 23, 2007, 07:49

      People either love wallpaper or hate it.  I think it can work as a great substitute for a headboard because of all the different textures & colors that…

    • Easy Heaboard Idea #3 by: Decorating Princess

      April 20, 2007, 15:58

      I love canopies.  In an ideal world, I would have a four poster bed.  However, I can't afford one & I have sloped ceilings.  So like all good decorating…

    • Headboard Idea #2 by: Decorating Princess

      April 20, 2007, 08:11

      This is another easy headboard idea.  I think that every bedroom should have a headboard, & this one is practically free.  All you have to do is paint a…

    • Easy mural tip by: Decorating Princess

      April 12, 2007, 14:49

      It seems like murals have really hit it big on the decorating scene. Whether it's a sweet butterfly scene for a girl's room, or a Tuscan view for a living…

    • Just throw everything together Update by: Decorating Princess

      April 9, 2007, 06:21

      Here is how to keep the eclectic look from becoming dated: 1. Bring back keepsakes from your actual travels.  This way, everything will have a story behind it…

    • BRRRR Update by: Decorating Princess

      April 6, 2007, 20:04

      Yesterday, I posted about how I think that the modern style will someday be seen as cold.  This is unfortunate because it is one of the most expensive styles…

    • Table for two please: Update by: Decorating Princess

      March 22, 2007, 16:46

      The Tuscan look is already on it's way out.  In a few years it will be very dated.  If you have the look now, enjoy it while you can.  If you want to update…

    • Chair redo by: Decorating Princess

      March 10, 2007, 20:59

      The bathroom makeover spread to other rooms.  We have a basic glider, that my mom being the sewing genius that she is, recovered a few years ago.  The wood…

    • Bathroom Makeover: Final Budget by: Decorating Princess

      March 7, 2007, 13:50

      Labor: Free Stain & supplies: Shower Curtain, Curtain Rod & Rings: Accessories: Total: So, I went over my budget for the bathroom…

    • The 1990’s: Umm, I just threw that out update by: Decorating Princess

      March 7, 2007, 12:22

      I think the Shabby Chic look was the 90's answer to the forest green fiasco.  Forest green was much too masculine, so there was a complete backlash of…

    • Bathroom Makeover: Accessories by: Decorating Princess

      March 6, 2007, 15:53

      Last it was time for accessories.  I think one of the biggest changes I made in the bathroom was to take everything out that wasn't necessary.  This left it…

    • Vanity Makeover by: Decorating Princess

      March 5, 2007, 16:29

      Next it was time for staining.  I'm not a big fan of oak, but I'm also not a big fan of spending 0 for a new vanity.  The finish was pretty much worn off…

    • The 90’s green monster update by: Decorating Princess

      March 5, 2007, 09:09

      The main challenge of updating the 1990's green monster room is to neutralize while adding warmth.  This can be done in the following ways: 1.  The biggest…

    • Demo is fun by: Decorating Princess

      March 1, 2007, 13:46

      Before   After   It all started because we wanted…

    • Bathroom redo for less than  by: Decorating Princess

      March 1, 2007, 11:34

      I inadvertently pulled a "Trading Spaces".  Well technically I didn't trade spaces, or spend a 00, & no neighbors were involved.  However,…

    • Commitmentphobe by: Decorating Princess

      February 26, 2007, 20:53

      It seems like whenever anyone says that their bedroom feels unfinished it is because they don't have a headboard.  When they talk to a designer they invariably…

    • DIY Canopy by: Decorating Princess

      October 23, 2006, 18:40

      I wanted a canopy for my bedroom, but it's me, I wanted it to be free! So I took a white sheer curtain that I had & threaded 7" of ribbon through the…

    • Can you Paint Carpet? by: Decorating Princess

      October 20, 2006, 22:54

      Can you paint carpet? Most of us have some carpet in our home that we hate, whether it's the pea green shag from the 70's, or the ill thought out forest green…

    • Painting Fake Wood Veneer by: Decorating Princess

      October 1, 2006, 22:43

         Particle board, melamine, veneer, sauder, there are many names for this stuff, I just call it ugly. I wanted to makeover our TV stand at least until we…

    • No Sew Curtains by: Decorating Princess

      September 12, 2006, 19:19

      Fine, I'll admit it, I'm lazy, very lazy. So if the curtains are difficult to open, I just won't do it. So I go to Wal-mart, they have really pretty but really…

    • Virtual Paint Chooser by: Decorating Princess

      September 5, 2006, 19:18

      My pet peeve is houses that remind of lunch meat. For some reason, people around here tend to paint their houses in the exact pinkish tone of bologna. I don't…

    • DIY: Can I paint hardwood floors? by: Decorating Princess

      August 30, 2006, 08:37

      Yes. But why would you want to? I have no objection to painting concrete or vinyl because those things are rarely pretty, but I love hardwood floors. Ok, I…

    • DIY: Can I paint concrete floors? by: Decorating Princess

      August 25, 2006, 08:34

      Yes. My garage is often used as an entry way, so we painted the concrete floor to look like tile. It has held up very well over about ten years. There are step…

    • DIY: Can I paint vinyl flooring? by: Decorating Princess

      August 18, 2006, 08:34

      Yes. You can paint linoleum. Should you? Maybe, there's a nice straight forward answer for you. There's a few tips to keep in mind. 1. For durability, the key…

    • DIY Craft: Bubble Magnets by: Decorating Princess

      August 8, 2006, 06:38

      Everyone has really cute pictures on their fridge, usually held up by free magnets from a realty place. I love the pictures, and then secretly despise…

    • DIY Decorating: Dollar Deals by: Decorating Princess

      July 21, 2006, 01:32

      I love dollar stores. There is something very satisfying about walking in a store and being able to think "I can afford anything in this place". It is such a…

    • DIY Decorating Instructions: How to make an upholstered headboard by: Decorating Princess

      July 14, 2006, 09:46

      In the front of my journal I have a disclaimer that says "The opinions expressed in this diary are in no way to be construed as the general tone or attitude…

    • Picture Frame Craft by: Decorating Princess

      January 25, 2006, 15:40

      In my opinion this is the only worthwhile use of scrabble pieces. I am awe struck as to how cool this frame looks. I can't wait to forever be rid of this game.…

  • Category: Dream House  (15)
    • House plans by: Decorating Princess

      October 12, 2007, 09:54

      When we built our house, it was very difficult to decide on house plans. We knew that we wanted a house with a certain number of bedrooms & that it should…

    • Solar powered home by: Decorating Princess

      October 9, 2007, 15:58

      There have been an entire crop of decorating shows premiering this season that deal with "going green". You can even watch how celebrities try to conserve…

    • Back on track by: Decorating Princess

      October 9, 2007, 15:24

      I've heard a lot of stories about people my age who were so excited when they first got their credit cards in the mail. It seemed like free money. They had…

    • The rec room by: Decorating Princess

      October 2, 2007, 11:22

      One of Kathy Griffin's memories of her father that she shared after he passed away was about how he made fun of a neighbor's rec room in the 70's. I had no…

    • Outdoor Kitchens by: Decorating Princess

      September 24, 2007, 19:42

      We got a grill this summer & I thought we'd use it once or twice a year. Instead we use it several times a week. I've never really liked to eat meat…

    • Someday has arrived by: Decorating Princess

      August 29, 2007, 13:29

      t seems like whenever I think of my dream house, I start to think that it will never happen. It's just human nature. Yes, having a library in my house should…

    • No, I’m not high maintenance by: Decorating Princess

      August 7, 2007, 05:31

      I still haven't gotten to the buying house stage of my life. I'm still dreaming about it. However, I will be a princess someday, & I will get my dream…

    • Small Town vs. Big City by: Decorating Princess

      July 19, 2007, 19:58

      In my head I can see a small town & a big city both with boxing gloves on duking it out. Decorating can do a lot to change the feel of a home. It however…

    • I’m no Stephen Colbert by: Decorating Princess

      July 19, 2007, 10:22

      I'm no Stephen Colbert, but I just wanted to give a tip of the hat to an article called "Second Chance City" which appears in the August Reader's Digest. It's…

    • Renting isn’t so bad after all by: Decorating Princess

      July 17, 2007, 12:18

      I'm still in the rental stage of life, still have roommates. However, I've found it to be much more satisfactory to look for houses for rent instead of…

    • The front Porch: Not as boring as it sounds by: Decorating Princess

      July 11, 2007, 12:12

      I think that every house should have a front porch. A porch is a place to gather & talk, as well as a spot to really analyze the outside world. I was over…

    • Make your dreams come true by: Decorating Princess

      July 4, 2007, 17:28

      Even though technically I'm not ready to buy a house, I've heard several people recommend having pictures of your dream home around. This helps you to stay…

    • Paris Bedroom for less than 00 by: Decorating Princess

      September 22, 2006, 11:50

      The next room I am going to decorate in my dream house for under 00 is the bedroom. Each room is going to have a theme of a different country. I'm going to…

    • Dream House: Living Room for under 00 by: Decorating Princess

      August 11, 2006, 19:52

      This was one of the biggest challenges so far, could I decorate a living room for under 00, and have it be my dream Tuscan villa? This would mean new…

    • Bathroom Decorating: Morocco by: Decorating Princess

      July 25, 2006, 20:40

      I am not yet a homeowner, but I've been planning my decor for years for when I am. I have decided that each room will be themed like a different country. I…

  • Category: Free Art Tutorial  (2)
    • Lessons learned this afternoon by: Decorating Princess

      May 24, 2007, 11:50

      This is the space where I was going to put the pictures of the irises that are on the dining room table.  Do you see any pictures of irises?  No, no you do…

    • Bringing art back by: Decorating Princess

      May 24, 2007, 11:23

      I just realized that I haven't updated the art tutorial section in a good long while.  That's because I haven't painted in a good long while.  I know, bad…

  • Category: Gifts Under   (10)
  • Category: Halloween  (4)
  • Category: Home Decorating Ideas  (270)
    • Dear Craigslist by: Sarakastic

      October 15, 2008, 00:44

      It's called a headboard not a headbored. While I'm on the subject it's an amoire, not an armwah, iomire, or any other of your crazy spellings. If you are in…

    • Inside HGTV by: Sarakastic

      September 22, 2008, 23:20

      I highly suspect that this is the way that HGTV choses & names it's shows. 1. First they think of a cool title & then create a show around it. Even if…

    • Whatever happened to glass coffee tables? by: Sarakastic

      September 12, 2008, 14:08

      I was just browsing through craigslist & I saw an awesome cherry coffee table for . It would easily retail for a few hundred dollars in a furniture…

    • Labor free labor day by: Sarakastic

      September 1, 2008, 18:22

      For some reason Labor Day always makes me have home improvement guilt. I just feel like I should actually be doing work around the house. I know that's not…

    • Why I Hate The Antiques Roadshow by: Decorating Princess

      May 13, 2008, 00:47

      At first glance, Antiques Roadshow seems like a really great idea. They travel all across the country & regular people wait in a very long line to have…

    • I’m so handy by: Decorating Princess

      April 15, 2008, 18:30

      I'm a little bit like Rory from Gilmore Girls. I have books under the bed, in extra drawers, & even on my bookshelf. So I saw this cute shelf at family…

    • Andy Warhol by: Decorating Princess

      March 17, 2008, 03:19

      I was looking at art.com today & there was a poster like this on the front page: I loved it & was sure that it had been painted recently. Imagine my…

    • Do you decorate for Valentine’s Day? by: Decorating Princess

      February 9, 2008, 02:08

      I know that some people decorate for every single holiday. However, I'm just lucky that the Christmas decorations have been taken down by now. I love to…

    • This blog is now dofollow by: Decorating Princess

      January 21, 2008, 02:30

      I had no idea when I started blogging that most comment links were nofollow, meaning they didn't get any search engine juice. I've decided to try being a…

    • Paige Davis is Back by: Decorating Princess

      January 18, 2008, 23:46

      The previews for the new season of Trading Season announce that Paige Davis is back. She looks the same, except she has a mullet now. They are also touting her…

    • Whatever happened to the thank you note? by: Decorating Princess

      January 15, 2008, 20:44

      It used to be that sending a thank you note after receiving a gift was a given. At least, that's the way I think it used to be. I don't know a lot of people my…

    • Carter Can? by: Decorating Princess

      December 28, 2007, 09:09

      The name of this HGTV really should have a question mark after it. After seeing the promos for this show, it seemed like the crew was laughing at him. After…

    • If it’s not one thing… by: Decorating Princess

      December 3, 2007, 19:12

      We've had the same vacuum for about 15 years. It's heavy. In a way this works to my advantage because I can say that I'm not strong enough to do housework. I…

    • All I want for Christmas are Christmas decorations by: Decorating Princess

      November 19, 2007, 10:23

      For several years I've been wanting a red berry wreath. However: Usually when I see a berry wreath I need to spend the money on Christmas presents. They seem…

    • We don’t need a new table after all by: Decorating Princess

      November 8, 2007, 09:15

      For years we've been talking about how we need a new dining room table. However, we took a closer look at it. The stain is peeling, & the chairs are awful.…

    • What to say when a design show goes bad by: Decorating Princess

      October 26, 2007, 07:15

      I'm so codependant that I hate watching the reveals on design shows when the room is awful. My heart really goes out to the families that try to put on a brave…

    • Conserve by: Decorating Princess

      October 26, 2007, 07:14

      As environmentally friendly as Ed Begley Jr. is he always seems to be worried about his water usage on his show "Living with Ed". Honestly, I'd never given it…

    • Design Words that Aren’t Really Words by: Decorating Princess

      October 25, 2007, 14:46

      Here are just a few words that I often hear on design shows that aren't words. Everyone says them like they are words. That doesn't make them words. A few of…

    • Good for you & the environment by: Decorating Princess

      October 25, 2007, 14:45

      When I was a kid I learned about solar power in science class every single year. I didn't really think about it again until I was older & had my own…

    • Easy Extreme by: Decorating Princess

      October 22, 2007, 07:58

      I was watching a rerun of Extreme Makeover Home edition the other night & was crying like a baby. That show is so touching that it really doesn't leave you…

    • They’ve come a long way by: Decorating Princess

      October 22, 2007, 07:36

      Before we decided to build a house we looked at the possibility of moving in a modular home. We were in a rental house that we didn't like & we couldn't…

    • Every house should have green shutters by: Decorating Princess

      October 13, 2007, 19:42

      I grew up reading "Anne of Green Gables". Later, I watched the miniseries. Notice how I'm not talking about Anne of Green Gables the continuing story. I just…

    • A picture’s worth by: Decorating Princess

      October 13, 2007, 19:28

      We moved around a lot when I was growing up. Then we finally settled into a house we built & have lived there for ten years. Well my family has lived…

    • What’s Clive really like? by: Decorating Princess

      October 12, 2007, 11:16

      Clive Pearse from Designed to Sell is pretty easy to like. It's a case of everything sounds good with an English accent. He could've said the most horrible…

    • The overall idea by: Decorating Princess

      October 12, 2007, 11:04

      I remember the first time I heard the term "french country". I thought "Umm, I don't know what that means". It seems like a lot of TV designers don't really…

    • To decorate or not to decorate by: Decorating Princess

      October 9, 2007, 16:13

      To decorate or not to decorate that is the question. Whether it is nobler to celebrate every single holiday or to have enough room to park a car in your…

    • Fall home accessories by: Decorating Princess

      October 9, 2007, 15:39

      Fall is my favorite time of year. It's always nice to see that Mother Nature's favorite color is orange too. I knew that I was right. Here are a few easy ideas…

    • What’s up with Trading Spaces by: Decorating Princess

      October 8, 2007, 18:19

      I've been trying to find out about "Trading Spaces". Everything that I've googled says that the new season premiere doesn't start until the 16th. However, I…

    • Art & business christmas cards by: Decorating Princess

      October 8, 2007, 17:51

      Art can come in all forms. There are so many different things that you could put in a frame & mat & then have a unique piece of artwork in your home.…

    • Finding Decorating Perspective by: Decorating Princess

      October 8, 2007, 17:35

      When trying to decorate a house you usually stay inside. In fact I've spent hours staring at paint swatches. I've done this so much that I almost start to cry…

    • Going green for Christmas by: Decorating Princess

      October 8, 2007, 17:28

      I was watching "Living with Ed". Most of the changes that he makes to his home are too expensive or crazy for me to consider. However, I think that he really…

    • The home is in the details by: Decorating Princess

      October 5, 2007, 06:14

      When we were building our house there were hundreds of decisions that my mom had to make in a very short period of time. I remember when she asked me what kind…

    • Lower the ceiling by: Decorating Princess

      October 4, 2007, 08:27

      I have a rather weird phobia about houses, I don't like high ceilings. I don't usually run screaming from the room if I see one, but I'd rather not have them…

    • Grown Up Bedroom Furniture by: Decorating Princess

      October 1, 2007, 20:25

      I once asked my mom if she felt grown up. She replied that she didn't. I then asked my grandmother who said "No I still don't feel grown up". In a way it was…

    • To share or not to share by: Decorating Princess

      September 28, 2007, 20:29

      At every potluck or dinner party there is that one person who can best be classified as the "non recipe sharer". This is usually the person with the best dish.…

    • Pumpkin Pie Popcorn Recipe by: Decorating Princess

      September 28, 2007, 12:14

      Bet you can't say Pumpkin Pie Popcorn three times fast. Ok, so you are probably thinking that you are at the wrong blog because I don't cook. However, I can…

    • There should be a decorating law by: Decorating Princess

      September 28, 2007, 07:46

      There should be a decorating law that only one faux finish is allowed per room. Geesh, I'm starting to sound like Vern Yip. I used to love faux finishes: faux…

    • My favorite kids craft by: Decorating Princess

      September 28, 2007, 07:34

      One of my favorite kids crafts is playdoh. Yes, I know it's simple but it really gets kids to be creative & turns them into mini sculptors. The only…

    • What’s up with the curb appeal hosts? by: Decorating Princess

      September 27, 2007, 13:56

      Ok, I had planned on this being the most detailed blog post ever written. There were going to be charts, well at least lists. I have been absolutely consumed…

    • Modern Luxury by: Decorating Princess

      September 27, 2007, 11:44

      I actually don't know what the term "Modern Luxury" means. To my knowledge, I just made it up. I had saved this picture awhile ago with the intention of…

    • Don’t make moving anymore stressful than it has to be by: Decorating Princess

      September 27, 2007, 10:56

      I'm in the stage of my life where I move around...a lot. I'm constantly searching for a nice apartment that I can afford with roommates that I can get along…

    • I want to live in a.. by: Decorating Princess

      September 26, 2007, 10:15

      In urban settings there has been a huge trend of turning factories into apartments or houses. Since I live in a small town, I'm far removed from this. It just…

    • If you’re going to do a job… by: Decorating Princess

      September 26, 2007, 10:12

      Most message boards that deal with decorating will have the dreaded question, "Can I paint countertops?" This question seems to come up about twice a week.…

    • Throwdown with Bobby Flay by: Decorating Princess

      September 24, 2007, 20:27

      I've never been a huge Bobby Flay fan. Yes, I like the show Iron Chef, but that has more to do with my obsession with watching people cook really fast then it…

    • Save money & the planet all at once by: Decorating Princess

      September 24, 2007, 20:14

      When I watch "Living with Ed" I start feeling guilty. I could never "go green" to the extent that he has. However, I feel like I should be doing something. I…

    • HGTV needs a new focus group by: Decorating Princess

      September 24, 2007, 19:52

      I like watching HGTV. Most other decorating channels or shows seem to fight way too much. It's just way too much drama for a decorating show. So I watch HGTV…

    • Rules for collecting by: Decorating Princess

      September 24, 2007, 06:11

      A few years ago there were a rush of shows that were aimed at cleaning messy houses. I was amazed at the kind of clutter that people were living in. This was…

    • Blenders & commercials by: Decorating Princess

      September 22, 2007, 01:24

      I was watching Saturday Morning TV & I noticed something funny. (No, I wasn't watching cartoons, there weren't any good ones on). The commercial had a…

    • Designed to Sell, where art thou? by: Decorating Princess

      September 19, 2007, 14:55

      If I could have any decorating show come to my house it would be "Designed to Sell". I wouldn't even answer the door if "Trading Spaces" knocked. I wouldn't…

    • If I was on Design Star by: Decorating Princess

      September 19, 2007, 10:57

      "Design Star" always has kind of cheesy sets for their judging sessions. I always wonder if Vern Yip finds the set to be overdone & tacky. Anyways, this is…

    • If it’s good enough for Extreme Makeover Home Edition by: Decorating Princess

      September 19, 2007, 10:57

      I watch Extreme Makeover Home Edition a lot, & only partly because Ty Pennington is cute. I love to see good people get houses that they never could gave…

    • Trading Spaces trends by: Decorating Princess

      September 18, 2007, 20:56

      I think that budget decorating shows like "Trading Spaces" started the trend that's in the picture. It seems like even fancy hotels are now just making the bed…

    • Home business, literally by: Decorating Princess

      September 18, 2007, 20:48

      I love a good success story that involves a home business, especially when it's literally a home business. Let me explain. In 1999 Justblinds.com was a small…

    • Free art by: Decorating Princess

      September 18, 2007, 19:29

      I have a lot of CD album covers leftover because of the way I organize my music. Of course, I can't throw these away because they might be worth money someday.…

    • Hope chests & outdoor furniture by: Decorating Princess

      September 18, 2007, 18:37

      I still come from a part of the country where girls receive hope chests for high school graduation. For those of you who aren't deeply in touch with the last…

    • The Quiet Storm of Messiness by: Decorating Princess

      September 18, 2007, 17:51

      I would describe my house as a quiet storm. Everything looks neat & well decorated. However, there is a huge mess that lurks beneath the surface. This…

    • Low maintenance bling for the home by: Decorating Princess

      September 17, 2007, 14:25

      I love sterling silver. I think of silver, or silver plated candlesticks as bling for the home. However, I really thought twice about owning silver on Saturday…

    • That one house by: Decorating Princess

      September 17, 2007, 09:13

      Every neighborhood has that one house that goes overboard at Christmas. It usually includes lights, Santas, reindeer, & even snow globes,. It's the kind of…

    • Getting rid of decorating anxiety by: Decorating Princess

      September 11, 2007, 21:04

      I just bought a new duvet cover that I love. However, it just wasn't working my room. It was working in the "1990 let's mix patterns shabby chic way", but not…

    • The New Command Central by: Decorating Princess

      September 11, 2007, 20:53

      Most of the design shows I have seen have advocated clearing the clutter off the fridge. What designers don't understand is that those post it notes are…

    • How to put on a duvet cover the right way by: Decorating Princess

      September 11, 2007, 20:38

      All of my swearing didn't help me get the king duvet cover on my down comforter. So I decided to look around online & see how the pro's do this. It was…

    • Your home’s first impression by: Decorating Princess

      September 11, 2007, 15:31

      I watch "Curb Appeal" a lot. Actually, I just watch HGTV a lot. Anyways, the premise of the show is how to give your house more curb appeal. I'm always amazed…

    • Then & Now by: Decorating Princess

      September 10, 2007, 14:04

      A very long time ago, when I was a kid, (I'm 25 now) there was much discussion about living on the moon. No one knew exactly why we would want to live on the…

    • Choosing Artwork by: Decorating Princess

      September 9, 2007, 19:16

      A lot of decorating shows suggest that you base a room around your artwork. This is the most difficult part for me because I hate making decisions. I want a…

    • Home alone by: Decorating Princess

      September 7, 2007, 14:02

      As much as I love my house, I'm almost never home alone. I was just thinking about "Gilmore Girls" (When am I not thinking about Gilmore Girls?) Anyways, I was…

    • The downside to small town life by: Decorating Princess

      September 7, 2007, 13:49

      I love living in a small town, but we usually get trends about 5-10 years later than the rest of the country. This is especially troublesome when I try to…

    • Jessica Simpson was right by: Decorating Princess

      September 6, 2007, 09:53

      I think that it was Oprah who said a few years ago that everyone should have 400+ thread-count sheets. I thought, "Yes we should & we should also all live…

    • Finding Mother Nature Again by: Decorating Princess

      September 6, 2007, 09:40

      I'm still in the stage of life where I always live in tiny apartments. I organize them as best as I can, but at times they just feel claustrophobic. It's even…

    • Personalize any room by: Decorating Princess

      September 5, 2007, 19:18

      Artwork is what really makes a room. Often you may end up with the same sofa & coffee table that one of your friends has. This is actually a smart…

    • Decorating Cents actually had a good idea by: Decorating Princess

      September 4, 2007, 20:51

      Tonight's episode of "Decorating Cents" featured a complete mess of a Parisian room with three different kinds of window treatments. If that is what Paris…

    • That’s so me by: Decorating Princess

      September 2, 2007, 06:34

      I have a pretty unique sense of style. So I was really surprised to see that the color palette of yellow & taupe has taken off. I've seen it on a lot of…

    • A true test of friendship by: Decorating Princess

      September 1, 2007, 16:19

      They say that you can tell who your true friends are when the chips are down. I say you can tell who your true friends/family are, when it's time to assemble…

    • The White Room by: Decorating Princess

      August 29, 2007, 13:39

      One of the most controversial episodes of "Trading Spaces" was when Hildi did an all black room & Doug did an all white room. It seemed like the show was…

    • Duvet Envy by: Decorating Princess

      August 24, 2007, 08:50

      I have a gift for shopping. We all have our talents, & that is mine. I usually find a great deal on whatever I am looking for in a very short amount of…

    • Faaaancy living room by: Decorating Princess

      August 24, 2007, 07:14

      This room reminded me of Emily Gilmore's house for some reason. If something reminds me of "Gilmore Girls", of course I'm going to write about it. However,…

    • My biggest decorating secret by: Decorating Princess

      August 18, 2007, 15:46

      My biggest decorating secret is probably cleaning. Shocking I know. Whenever I watch a show on how to sell your house, most of the time at least half of the…

    • Lamp apathy by: Decorating Princess

      August 17, 2007, 14:59

      I've often heard the analogy that if you put a live frog in hot water, it will jump out. However, if you put a frog in cool water & slowly heat it up,…

    • There will always be winter by: Decorating Princess

      August 17, 2007, 14:34

      That title sounds like a song lyric, it isn't. Let me explain. I love everything about my house. I've spent a lot of time & money making it just the way…

    • A Real Castle by: Decorating Princess

      August 15, 2007, 09:48

      It's no secret that I think that I'm a princess. This also means that my home is a castle, & that I decorate accordingly. In castles, there are always…

    • Get Outside by: Decorating Princess

      August 14, 2007, 10:05

      One of the best things about my house is it's location on the side of a mountain. Sadly, I'm so used to being surrounded by beauty that I tend to forget about…

    • Garage Sailing by: Decorating Princess

      August 11, 2007, 08:14

      We went garage sale-ing again. I don't know if that is the proper vernacular, or a term we just use in Utah. A friend of a friend thought that we were going to…

    • Work in Progress by: Decorating Princess

      August 11, 2007, 08:08

      My family built our own house, & so it's always been a work in progress, even after we moved in, especially the kitchen. We started out with the bare…

    • The opposite of claustrophobia by: Decorating Princess

      August 11, 2007, 08:01

      Yes, I'm scared of some peoples houses. I absolutely hate high ceilings. I don't know why. It's more than the fact that I think that it's hard to dust & it…

    • Fishbowl by: Decorating Princess

      August 11, 2007, 05:28

      I love houses & apartments with lots of windows. This equals a lot of light, which is hard to come by in Utah during winter. However, I also have this…

    • Easy Bling Organization by: Decorating Princess

      August 10, 2007, 13:27

      I'm always looking for new ways to store jewelry. It seems like that I have seven or eight jewelry boxes that just don't cut it. I especially hate it how…

    • New Goal by: Decorating Princess

      August 10, 2007, 13:22

      I was very surprised by Todd on "Design Star". He seemed like such a laid back guy, but he's really been taking charge. I loved the idea he had to build a…

    • You’ll never hear Martha say it by: Decorating Princess

      August 9, 2007, 14:25

      I just had the Alfredo sauce from the Olive Garden. My brother got it from a copycat recipe somewhere. It was amazing, much better than the Alfredo sauce that…

    • Back to school by: Decorating Princess

      August 9, 2007, 13:35

      When I went to college, I don't think that decorating dorm rooms was the trend it is now. If it had been, maybe I would have been more excited to start school.…

    • Indoor Garage Sale by: Decorating Princess

      August 9, 2007, 13:21

      I'm not allowed to have garage sales on my street. Well, this isn't true, technically I am allowed, but I live on a dirt road & I doubt that anyone would…

    • Dorm Dining by: Decorating Princess

      August 8, 2007, 17:58

      This picture isn't in a home, it's in a café. It's not even current. However I like how spunky and affordable this eclectic style is. We first saw the idea…

    • Not Your Grandfather’s Grandfather Clock by: Decorating Princess

      August 8, 2007, 17:47

      I think that every family should have a real heirloom piece, a piece of furniture that can be passed down from generation to generation. This can be something…

    • Living in Small Spaces by: Decorating Princess

      August 8, 2007, 13:27

      I was watching Oprah last week & Nate redecorated an apartment that was less than 300 square feet. Yeah, I've shared a dorm room, but I've never had to…

    • Don’t be “that house” by: Decorating Princess

      August 5, 2007, 19:03

      I've said before that I love every room in my house except for the garage. This was further proved today when I went to start the car, & it wouldn't…

    • Command Central by: Decorating Princess

      August 4, 2007, 17:43

      My home office is in a very small space. I try to keep it organized, but I'm me. I also work from home, so that means my poor desk is usually cluttered. I've…

    • Every house should have one by: Decorating Princess

      August 4, 2007, 17:38

      There are two kinds of people in this world, those that say hot tub, & those that say spa. It's like when I was a little kid, I always envied people that…

    • Organization against my will by: Decorating Princess

      August 3, 2007, 11:37

      I like things to be pretty. I like to decorate. I don't like to organize. Yesterday, I was forced into it because I had lost a book. The next day, I lost a…

    • Taken for a ride by: Decorating Princess

      August 2, 2007, 11:52

      Probably the only room in my house that I'm a little bit scared of is the garage, because that's where we keep the car. I know a little bit about cars, I like…

    • I don’t do wordless by: Decorating Princess

      August 1, 2007, 16:32

      Ok so technically Wordless Wednesday is supposed to be, ya know, wordless. If you're a real stickler for the rules, you can just pretend that you didn't see…

    • World Traveler by: Decorating Princess

      July 28, 2007, 20:17

      It's late at night. Actually it's not, I'm just getting old. That's the problem, I want to travel, I want to experience new things, but I'm just so tired,…

    • Bringing the outside in? by: Decorating Princess

      July 24, 2007, 14:25

      I think the trend started with decorating shows. They'd tear out a nasty wall to wall carpet, & then not have money to replace it, so they'd just put an…

    • My Fax Machine Needs Help by: Decorating Princess

      July 19, 2007, 10:00

      We've all had that one piece of office equipment that acts like it has been possessed. It's usually whatever piece of office equipment that you need to use the…

    • Going Green? by: Decorating Princess

      July 19, 2007, 09:42

      One of my favorite shows on HGTV that aired in the past year was "Living with Ed". Before this, I hadn't really though about going green. However, I really…

    • My biggest decorating mistakes by: Decorating Princess

      July 18, 2007, 11:02

      I'll admit it. There are some decorating ideas that I have had, that just haven't worked. They didn't become outdated, they were just ugly from the very second…

    • Mattress by: Decorating Princess

      July 18, 2007, 10:53

      I love to decorate, hence why I call myself the decorating princess. I also love to save money & replicate designer rooms on a budget by going to thrift…

    • Lost in the ‘Burbs by: Decorating Princess

      July 17, 2007, 13:16

      It seems like we live an era where all of the houses look the same. I have a tendency to get lost, & I look at these subdivisions & think, wow, I would…

    • Modern Master Bedroom by: Decorating Princess

      July 16, 2007, 16:20

      This picture is the perfect example of what a traditional master bedroom looks right now. Well, this picture is a perfect example of what a decorated master…

    • My Very First Place by: Decorating Princess

      July 16, 2007, 16:10

      There are some parts of having your very first grownup apartment that just aren't fun. One of those is when you wake up & you can see a line of ants…

    • Infomercial Dreams by: Decorating Princess

      July 16, 2007, 10:08

      I was always an odd sort of kid. Everyone else my age seemed to want a dog. I knew that a dog was more responsibility than I could handle. Plus, they would…

    • Never too early by: Decorating Princess

      July 15, 2007, 18:29

      If you haven't noticed, it's summer which means it's hot outside, which means I want to be indoors. I have a goal to get started on Christmas early this year…

    • Changing my mind by: Decorating Princess

      July 13, 2007, 09:05

      My decorating style used to be very heavy, almost renaissance looking. I loved heavy velvet draperies, & fringe & beads on everything. Eventually,…

    • The one thing I’m missing by: Decorating Princess

      July 11, 2007, 15:41

      Writing about porches earlier reminded me of my favorite decorating word ever, veranda. It's just so romantic sounding, & I don't get to say it near…

    • Bridesmaid Decorating Revenge by: Decorating Princess

      July 11, 2007, 12:51

      I was watching an episode of "Moving Up" where the girl had been a bridesmaid about a zillion times. You could tell that the old adage "always a bridesmaid,…

    • What really makes a home by: Decorating Princess

      July 11, 2007, 12:23

      I try to make my home a beautiful place to live. However, I have fibromyalgia, so my main concern is comfort. I like linens that are beautiful, but are also…

    • Summer Decorating by: Decorating Princess

      July 11, 2007, 11:53

      I've seen decorators suggest basically having an entire set of decorating "stuff" stored away for summer. Yes, it's nice to have a change of decor. However,…

    • The Most Important Garden Accessory by: Decorating Princess

      July 4, 2007, 17:40

      One of the most important parts of our garden decor is the American Flag. We of course want it to be displayed properly. There is a local youth group who…

    • The 80’s are out…still by: Decorating Princess

      July 4, 2007, 17:17

      I don't know if the above picture is actually from the eighties but it sure seems like it. There aren't actually a lot of differences between the eighties…

    • Knowledge is power by: Decorating Princess

      July 4, 2007, 17:01

      One of my goals is to buy a house. Every once in awhile, I start thinking that maybe it's time. However, I'm scared of all of the hidden costs, like home…

    • Take a break by: Decorating Princess

      July 3, 2007, 10:13

      I'm having one of those days when being a grown up is just not fun. All of the cleaning, gardening, cooking, working. I just want to resign as a grown up…

    • Which decorator would you date? by: Decorating Princess

      July 1, 2007, 06:07

      I always get lonely at holiday time. Ok, so it's only the fourth of July. For some reason, I got thinking about which decorator I would date. I definitely…

    • The coolness factor by: Decorating Princess

      July 1, 2007, 05:57

      When I was growing up, the only place to play pool was in bars. As a kid, we of course couldn't go in there. So my parents bought us a pool table. We then…

    • Garage Decorating by: Decorating Princess

      July 1, 2007, 05:51

      I've been thinking about more cost effective ideas to spruce up the forgotten room, the garage. Try painting the floor. You can even use concrete stain for a…

    • Decorating investment by: Decorating Princess

      July 1, 2007, 05:27

      Art is of course essential in decorating. This is really where the investment should go, because it's the only piece of decorating that will actually gain…

    • The Forgotten Room by: Decorating Princess

      June 30, 2007, 21:15

      I was watching a house buying show, (can't remember which one because every single channel seems to have at least seven of this shows, it's a requisite to be…

    • Confession by: Decorating Princess

      June 30, 2007, 21:06

      I have a confession to make. We have a two car garage. We can't even fit one car in the garage. In fact, a car has never been parked in our garage. We are in…

    • It’s not a matter of life & death, it’s just orange by: Decorating Princess

      June 29, 2007, 07:00

      This picture is a perfect example of how to decorate with orange. Have almost everything else in the room neutral with pops of color. This especially works…

    • Why orange is my favorite color by: Decorating Princess

      June 28, 2007, 17:10

      Orange is my favorite color. I do like to look at it, but it's also my favorite color because of a pair of orange pants I used to own. My favorite joke even…

    • The summer of siding by: Decorating Princess

      June 28, 2007, 16:26

      Last summer was the longest summer of my entire life. Summers used to be filled with relaxing & reading. However, this was the summer of siding replacement.…

    • Feng Shui with Sarakastic by: Decorating Princess

      June 27, 2007, 10:17

      I'm not really into Feng Shui, it's just too many rules for me. I recently met a friend who was very into Feng Shui. They said that they could tell everything…

    • It’s a fork not a weapon by: Decorating Princess

      June 26, 2007, 17:00

      Is it just me or have forks gotten a lot sharper lately? I have a sterling silver fork from my Grandmother, it's called a pickle fork, because it's sharp &…

    • It’s time by: Decorating Princess

      June 26, 2007, 16:52

      I don't know how many bridal showers I have been to in my lifetime, I'm thinking a lot. I'm almost 25 & not even close to getting married. The point is,…

    • The case for orange by: Decorating Princess

      June 26, 2007, 16:45

      Orange always seems to get a bad rep. People say that they don't like orange, when they have never even tried decorating with it. Orange is my favorite color.…

    • Easy Cabinet Makeover by: Decorating Princess

      June 26, 2007, 16:36

      I love decorating shows that are realistic, such as people trying to makeover their kitchen in a weekend without a lot of money. To me, that is how real DIY…

    • Better Homes & Gardens has done it again by: Decorating Princess

      June 25, 2007, 14:29

      BHG.com has a new free decorating visualizer just for window treatments.  Man, I wish that visualizer was actually a word, but I suppose that I'll just keep…

    • A Decorating Must by: Decorating Princess

      June 25, 2007, 14:19

      If you work from home, I really do think that you need to have blackout blinds in your bedroom. Most of us work very late at night, I don't know why that…

    • Blogging Fever by: Decorating Princess

      June 24, 2007, 12:36

      I love my home office. I spent a lot of time decorating it just so. My only complaint is that I always seem to be in here. It doesn't even seem like I can…

    • Your wedding color is what? by: Decorating Princess

      June 22, 2007, 08:39

      It's interesting to see how decorating influences wedding choices.  A few years ago, brown would've been unheard of for a wedding.  People would've said…

    • Fit for a princess by: Decorating Princess

      June 22, 2007, 07:08

      A huge trend in decorating is Scandanavian furniture. It seems to always be popular, with its clean lines, & efficiency. Plus, it lasts forever. I've known…

    • Dream Menu by: Decorating Princess

      June 21, 2007, 14:06

      When people try to get to know other people & they want to ask an unusual question, they usually go with "If you were on death row, what would your…

    • Catch & Release Decorating by: Decorating Princess

      June 21, 2007, 06:26

      I recently watched "Catch & Release".  Like most movies of that genre, the best thing about it was the house they all lived in.  Here are some…

    • I’d just like to give a shout out by: Decorating Princess

      June 20, 2007, 20:29

      to....well me.  Yes, I'm trying to bring back the phrase shout out, I really wish it had never left.  Anyways, the big news is that after years, I finally…

    • My thoughts on gardening by: Decorating Princess

      June 20, 2007, 14:17

      I want to have a garden. I KNOW I should have a garden, in case of emergencies & in order to save money. However, it seems like I am always stopped by the…

    • If only by: Decorating Princess

      June 19, 2007, 10:03

      My dad has been kicking himself for 25 years that he started to invest in an apple orchard instead of a startup apple computer corporation. We all have huge…

    • Design that lasts by: Decorating Princess

      June 18, 2007, 17:54

      Usually I get sick of my decor every few weeks.  I've planned it out so much that by the time I actually get everything done, I don't want to look at it…

    • Where has all the style gone by: Decorating Princess

      June 18, 2007, 12:09

      I realized today that it's been quite awhile since decorating has really changed.  It seems like we're stuck in an era of ultra suede sofas & granite…

    • One step closer by: Decorating Princess

      June 14, 2007, 06:04

      My decorating style is mostly influenced by Spain. I love the rich colors & iron work. Ironically, I've never been to Spain, but it is on the list of…

    • Take back your house by: Decorating Princess

      June 11, 2007, 10:51

      It seems like whenever someone is moving to a new house, they say it's because they need more space. I've recently realized that I'm actually losing square…

    • Home Weddings by: Decorating Princess

      June 10, 2007, 06:03

      Recently I've watched "What not to wear" the wedding edition, & a bunch of decorating shows have had wedding specials.  I'm practically an…

    • Break the Vicious Wedding Cycle by: Decorating Princess

      June 10, 2007, 05:45

      It's June, which means weddings. This also means that there are a slew of wedding shows out there, even on HGTV. Last night, I was watching a special where…

    • It’s a good thing by: Decorating Princess

      June 8, 2007, 13:31

      Allergies are one of the few health problems that I don't have. However, this time of year, I hear my family sniffling & sneezing. I don't think about…

    • I’ve been missing out by: Decorating Princess

      June 8, 2007, 13:26

      I sat down to paint yesterday for the first time in about two years.  It's just been too much hassle to drag all of my painting supplies out of wherever they…

    • Make organization fun by: Decorating Princess

      June 7, 2007, 09:10

      One of my biggest challenges in decorating is organization. To me, this part is just "not fun", & if something isn't fun, I probably don't want to do it.…

    • Fantastic Garage Sale Finds by: Decorating Princess

      June 2, 2007, 12:58

      Today was a great garage sale day.  While I was hoping to happen upon two brand new leather arm chairs for , (didn't happen), I did bring home some pretty…

    • One way or the other by: Decorating Princess

      May 31, 2007, 11:27

      When my family built our house we thought, oh that can wait until later. The kitchen cabinets are only temporary, they are fine for now. Ten years later they…

    • A house on the vineyard by: Decorating Princess

      May 30, 2007, 09:59

      I've always envied the houses on Martha's Vineyard. I've never been there. I don't even know anyone who owns a house out there, but that is probably because…

    • The puzzle people by: Decorating Princess

      May 28, 2007, 15:22

      I never seem to understand the people that always have puzzles on their dining room table. Maybe I'm jealous. I'm just not that patient. I see no point in…

    • Support Nate by: Decorating Princess

      May 28, 2007, 05:36

      One of the best bargains that I've seen for Memorial Day weekend are the clearance deals that they are having at Linens 'n things on Nate Berkus home accessorie…

    • The decorating psychic by: Decorating Princess

      May 25, 2007, 13:44

      I often walk into a home & I can tell within a few years of when it was decorated. No, I'm not some sort of weird breed of decorating psychic. It's just…

    • Gardening lessons learned from TV by: Decorating Princess

      May 25, 2007, 12:14

      I've never been much of a gardener, because it is well, you know outside.  Outside is where they keep cold, wind & dirt.   I do love a beautiful garden…

    • Chic Nursery by: Decorating Princess

      May 22, 2007, 19:03

      I think this is the perfect crib bedding to design a nursery around.  It's inexpensive.  It's unique.  It's Chic.  It still is whimsical.  It's childlike…

    • Good idea but…. by: Decorating Princess

      May 22, 2007, 09:50

      The crib that I used when I was a little kid is still sitting in the basement.  My mom saved it for me, for when I have kids someday.  It's such a cool…

    • Just say no to garage sales by: Decorating Princess

      May 22, 2007, 09:25

      It's garage sale time which means that I have to wake up early every Saturday to try to find furniture & accessories for my house. This also means that…

    • Da da duuumm by: Decorating Princess

      May 22, 2007, 09:21

      I have the scary introduction music, well the title that acts like music, because I think decorating the nursery is often overlooked.  Yes, most parents…

    • Think outside the toy box by: Decorating Princess

      May 20, 2007, 18:03

      To me, it seems like if you go to most stores that sell baby items there will be three or four choices for the nursery. If you don’t fit into one of those…

    • Living in art by: Decorating Princess

      May 20, 2007, 17:37

      So many of the decorating shows on TV talk about finding your inspiration from places that you’ve traveled. However what if you’ve never been anywhere? …

    • No more excuses by: Decorating Princess

      May 20, 2007, 17:17

      Working in the garden has to be some of the hardest work that's out there. (Which is why I avoid it at all costs). There are little things that seem…

    • Coolest Thing Ever by: Decorating Princess

      May 18, 2007, 08:20

      I think that one of the coolest home accessories has to be a knight in shining armor. There’s just something so regal and a little bit spooky about it.…

    • As usual by: Decorating Princess

      May 17, 2007, 11:02

      My Mom was right, as usual. Of course she's right, it's part of being a mom. When I was a little kid, I never cleaned up my room, I said the mess didn't bother…

    • Where is Stars Hallow? by: Decorating Princess

      May 15, 2007, 13:29

      Since I was just talking about the picturesque town of Stars Hallow (Gilmore Girls), I thought I'd share what I know about it.  One the Season 1 DVD special…

    • Find what you love by: Decorating Princess

      May 15, 2007, 10:56

      On several decorating shows, I have seen them place shoes, or handbags on shelves.  At first glance, this might seem like a weird idea, but I think that it's…

    • All is Well by: Decorating Princess

      May 15, 2007, 10:47

      Last week a local furniture store was giving away furniture to one lucky person. I sat in the living room for two days & tried to envision it, & was…

    • It’s beginning to look a lot like Christmas…in May by: Decorating Princess

      May 5, 2007, 20:19

      Well since it's obviously still winter in Utah, I'm still trying to make the best of it. See how well it's working? Although I did find this cool online…

    • Merry Christmas…Again by: Decorating Princess

      May 5, 2007, 19:25

      It's snowing...in May.  It might not be so bad if it hadn't been snowing all weekend, or if it hadn't started snowing in September.  It feels a lot like…

    • Fabric Diva by: Decorating Princess

      May 3, 2007, 13:28

      I love to decorate my home myself. I recently ran into trouble though when we needed curtains for the front room. However, there were like eight windows so I…

    • Another DIY headboard by: Decorating Princess

      May 3, 2007, 13:27

      Another thing that I see a lot of but never know how to use are old windows & doors.  These can make great headboards when mounted to the wall.  It's an…

    • Make your house a home by: Decorating Princess

      May 3, 2007, 13:10

      It seems like most new homes today look exactly the same inside. I see entire neighborhoods of rows & rows of houses that I can't tell apart. I wonder how…

    • It’s no macaroni necklace, but it will do… by: Decorating Princess

      May 1, 2007, 06:18

      For so many years in elementary school, Mother's Day meant stringing macaroni onto yarn & then covering the necklace in glitter. Of course Mom loved it,…

    • Cool Contest by: Decorating Princess

      April 23, 2007, 07:42

      One of the catch twenty twos of living is Utah is finding a heater that will look nice. I will be using it 7-8 months out of the year, which means I will be…

    • Headboard #4 by: Decorating Princess

      April 23, 2007, 07:41

      Sometimes all it takes to create a headboard is a little rearranging. This is something everyone can do & the best part is, it's free. For instance, if you…

    • Medicine Cabinets by: Decorating Princess

      April 23, 2007, 07:28

      It seems like one of the most interesting parts of houses is the medicine cabinet. Sure, it's just an innocent looking mirror. However, I am not one to snoop…

    • TV Rooms by: Decorating Princess

      April 20, 2007, 06:38

      I remember back in the day when we only had one TV in our whole house, & it was kept in the TV room. Now it seems like people are putting TV's in every…

    • Recap by: Decorating Princess

      April 17, 2007, 19:39

      Well, I've been through all the colors that I can think of & learned a lot about them & how to use them in decorating.  I think the most important…

    • Green with envy by: Decorating Princess

      April 14, 2007, 20:18

      I once heard that green is nature's neutral. Green is a very popular color in decorating & has played a role in the colors of every decade. 1970's: Pea…

    • Irate by: Decorating Princess

      April 12, 2007, 16:41

      I was looking at bath accessories in a home improvement flyer & I saw something that just made me think "Where have you been all my life".  It…

    • How do I love thee… by: Decorating Princess

      April 12, 2007, 14:22

      One of the easiest ways to make your home feel welcoming is to be a good cook. This will always have people gravitating towards the kitchen & staying for…

    • Decorative Photography by: Decorating Princess

      April 11, 2007, 05:50

      On decorating shows, they always say something like "just frame any photos that you see around the house".  I really like this idea, it personalizes…

    • New trend by: Decorating Princess

      April 11, 2007, 05:40

      Blinds have become a huge trend in decorating, especially Roman Blinds or Roman Shades. I think this is because blinds give privacy, without being overwhelming.…

    • The 2000’s recap by: Decorating Princess

      April 10, 2007, 18:46

      In the 2000's we watched a lot of decorating shows, & learned how to DIY.  We started calling rooms spaces, & talking about whether they where…

    • Allergy Help by: Decorating Princess

      April 10, 2007, 18:33

      I have many problems, but allergies aren't one of them, knock on wood. I've probably doomed myself with that statement. It's interesting to watch my families…

    • Everyone’s favorite color by: Decorating Princess

      April 10, 2007, 14:22

      It's often rumored that blue is the most popular favorite color on the entire planet.  It makes sense then that if…

    • Cleaning Tips by: Decorating Princess

      April 10, 2007, 14:15

      I'm not a big fan of household chores, but it comes with being a "grown up" & wanting to have a nice home. I'm always looking for ways to make the…

    • Just throw everything together by: Decorating Princess

      April 9, 2007, 06:04

      This is the hardest style for me to critique, because it is the one that I love the most.  We saw a huge rise in eclectic decorating in the 2000's.  I love…

    • Details, Details by: Decorating Princess

      April 6, 2007, 18:34

      I like to think that what makes a house a home is in the details. We all have the same basic structure: walls; ceilings; floors. What makes a house unique,…

    • BRRRRR by: Decorating Princess

      April 6, 2007, 18:34

      The 2000's had a big return to modern styling.  This may seem like it will never leave, & it's ok to invest 00 in countertops.  Maybe it is, maybe…

    • Tie a ribbon by: Decorating Princess

      April 6, 2007, 18:09

      It's often said that babies cry more in yellow rooms than in any other room.  So maybe yellow isn't such a good…

    • Oh Wow by: Decorating Princess

      April 6, 2007, 17:56

      I watch a lot of decorating shows, look at a lot of decorating magazines, very few things make me say, oh wow. I'm kind of a seasoned decorating veteran. I'm…

    • Roman Shades by: Decorating Princess

      April 3, 2007, 12:08

      I've been noticing that one of the big trends lately in blinds are Roman Shades. They seem to be on all the decorating shows. My mom made some herself, but as…

    • Everyone’s new favorite wall color by: Decorating Princess

      April 2, 2007, 15:34

      Red has become very popular in decorating.  It is the new trend that everyone must have. It's the new way to…

    • My only recipe by: Decorating Princess

      March 25, 2007, 14:03

      I don't really post recipes on this blog, even though they are a big part of the home.  Mostly because I don't cook.  However, I do like to eat every single…

    • Table for two please by: Decorating Princess

      March 20, 2007, 11:43

      One of the huge decorating styles in the 2000's was the Tuscan look.  It was the backlash against all the coldness of the decorating in the 1990's.  People…

    • What every garden needs by: Decorating Princess

      March 19, 2007, 13:12

      Just last week I was wondering if we could still go sledding.  Saturday was a momentous day though because we got to hang up the hammock swings.  They say…

    • I’m a wordsmith by: Decorating Princess

      March 17, 2007, 19:29

      Honestly, purple is my least favorite color. I hardly ever use it in decorating. I don't' know why, it just always…

    • Things your kids will make fun of by: Decorating Princess

      March 15, 2007, 10:09

      But Sarakastic, we're still in the 2000's, why do we need to update?  Well, you don't really need too, but decorating is fun.  I just wanted to point out…

    • Get Moving by: Decorating Princess

      March 15, 2007, 07:33

      I've probably moved 10 times in the last 5 years. I haven't added up all the moves because I think it would just depress me. So as an expert mover, I can…

    • Top Design Challenge by: Decorating Princess

      March 15, 2007, 07:27

      This was originally going to be a recap of last night's Top Design.  However, I watched it late last night, & I don't remember too much. All of the…

    • The 1990’s Recap by: Decorating Princess

      March 14, 2007, 17:16

      I think that when the 90's style get's recycled, & it all gets recycled sometime, there will be a lot of our favorites coming back.  I think sky murals,…

    • Don’t throw the baby out with the bathwater by: Decorating Princess

      March 14, 2007, 15:50

      I don't know how many times I have seen a perfectly good kitchen torn out, just because there are one or two accent tiles that well, aren't so pretty.  That's…

    • Extreme Home Makeover by: Decorating Princess

      March 13, 2007, 10:10

      A man decided to take his pending divorce into his own hands, by sawing his house in half & taking his half to his brother's house.  Yup, sounds like…

    • The 1990’s: The Mad Hatters House Update by: Decorating Princess

      March 12, 2007, 07:19

      I think the problem with the Contemporary design of the 1990's is that it wasn't cohesive.  I actually got dizzy in a few of these rooms.  It is an easy…

    • Le Sigh by: Decorating Princess

      March 11, 2007, 19:51

      Thieves broke into Picasso's granddaughter's apartment & stole two paintings worth million. Le sigh, that is French for "the sigh".  Ok so…

    • The 1990’s: The Mad Hatters House by: Decorating Princess

      March 10, 2007, 21:06

      The last style that was prevalent in the 1990's was the birth of Contemporary design. More often then not, this ended up looking like the Mad Hatter's house…

    • Just how lazy am I? by: Decorating Princess

      March 10, 2007, 20:46

      Tomorrow is daylight savings time.  I am not a big fan of this whole daylight savings time thing. I know, I also get to sleep in for another hour. I know…

    • Pink: Not just for Barbie by: Decorating Princess

      March 9, 2007, 08:31

      If you are a girl, the color pink seems to have a lot of significance. It has traditionally been used as the color…

    • Office Revolution by: Decorating Princess

      March 8, 2007, 20:05

      I watch shows about people searching for houses a lot. It seems like one of the big reasons people move, is to get a house with a home office. This wasn't a…

    • Orange is your friend by: Decorating Princess

      March 6, 2007, 16:01

      Orange has gotten a bad rep in decorating.  I think because of the orange velvet couches in the 70's. In that case,…

    • The 1990’s: Umm, I just threw that out by: Decorating Princess

      March 6, 2007, 15:16

      The 90's also had another movement called "Shabby Chic".  Basically anything that came out of the dumpster, or was by the side of the road on trash…

    • What can brown do for you? by: Decorating Princess

      March 5, 2007, 20:35

      Brown is a warmer color than black to use in decorating.  It is a popular wall color, sofa color, & floor…

    • Every mom’s worst nightmare by: Decorating Princess

      March 4, 2007, 20:03

      Most mom's of teenagers have stories about how their child at some point wanted to paint all of their walls black,…

    • 90’s Green Monster by: Decorating Princess

      March 2, 2007, 18:43

      I've decided that I am going to name each problem with 90's decor, & then how to update the problem & fix it.  I don't know if the color Forest Green…

    • Big Black Box by: Decorating Princess

      March 2, 2007, 18:34

      Let's face it, TV's aren't the prettiest. They are something that most every living space has, but they aren't that pretty to look at. I've always loved it…

    • Own something Vera Wang by: Decorating Princess

      February 28, 2007, 08:28

      I knew that Vera Wang designed wedding dresses, but I had no idea that she also had a line for the home. This line of china is very Vera Wang, it is simple…

    • The best of both worlds by: Decorating Princess

      February 28, 2007, 08:16

      Like everything else in life, selling your house can be confusing. It's a big decision, & doing it incorrectly can give you a lot of stress & make you…

    • My only household hint by: Decorating Princess

      February 28, 2007, 07:36

      I know some websites will tell you 1,000,000 uses for baby oil.  I only have one, but it's a good one. It really is the household product that can do…

    • The series without a name by: Decorating Princess

      February 27, 2007, 16:38

      I always wonder what will be our generations orange flowered velvet couch.  You know the couches that everyone seems to have now, that we all just wonder why…

    • Home Improvement: Not just a tv show by: Decorating Princess

      February 27, 2007, 16:31

      A family of 9 & one bathroom sounds like a horror movie, but it is my life. When all of the family gathers, with all the kids, it is even scarier than most…

    • It’s not as hard as it looks by: Decorating Princess

      February 27, 2007, 16:27

      One of the easiest ways to make a headboard for not a lot of money is to have an upholstered headboard.  Upholstered headboards are the latest rage, &…

    • Stay Warm by: Decorating Princess

      February 26, 2007, 20:16

      I live in Utah & it's been a very cold fall/winter, but it's Utah, that is pretty much par for the course.  However, I have never adapted to this, I am…

    • Always be on vacation by: Decorating Princess

      February 26, 2007, 20:04

      If you are like me, you are already thinking about retirement. It makes the work week much easier if I have a plan & am working towards something, even if…

    • Memory Jar by: Decorating Princess

      February 19, 2007, 17:24

      I had lots of broken pieces of my grandmother's jewelry. I needed a jar to store money in so I just glued them all to the jar & then filled in the gaps with…

    • Dreams by: Decorating Princess

      February 13, 2007, 09:59

      Yesterday I started to wonder if I had finally arrived. If I have roommates, it wouldn't be that much a stretch for me to buy a townhouse, condo, or apartment.…

    • Cure for loneliness by: Decorating Princess

      February 13, 2007, 09:55

      It's easy to feel lonely on Valentine's Day.  Even if you are with someone, the expectations just seem so high.  Last night I went to a church activity & we…

    • DIY Daybed by: Decorating Princess

      January 20, 2007, 12:51

      A lot of offices also double as guest rooms.  So when you are using the room as an office, you want to feel like you are working in a pulled together space,…

    • Win HGTV’S Dream House by: Decorating Princess

      January 16, 2007, 14:46

      Every year I enter to win HGTV'S dream home. This year the house is in Denver. I really feel like it is my year, I have been shut out for so long. They owe…

    • If all the cool kids were doing it by: Decorating Princess

      January 11, 2007, 08:40

      I just finished redecorating my room & I can't believe all the difference it has made. I went from a fluorescent green (It was 2001 all the cool kids were…

    • Christmas in Utah: 7-8 months of snow by: Decorating Princess

      December 14, 2006, 20:24

      Hi, come inside. Our wreath is on the inside of the door so the squirrels/rabbits/deer/frost/snow don't get at it.  Plus, I'm rarely outside to look at it…

    • Window Treatments by: Decorating Princess

      December 4, 2006, 20:51

      Buying window treatments can be a daunting task.  That's where guaranteedblinds.com comes in.  Guaranteed blinds has everything you need to make the process…

    • Crochet Rose Pin Free Pattern by: Decorating Princess

      October 7, 2006, 23:01

      This is a great beginning crochet project. You can crochet these roses that have so many uses in not a lot of time & for not a lot of money. You can  stick a…

    • Worst Trading Spaces Ever by: Decorating Princess

      October 6, 2006, 22:46

      There are times when I wonder if "Trading Spaces" is filming near me. Maybe I should go & watch it being filmed. Then I chicken out, as though "they" will…

    • My One & Only Baking Tip by: Decorating Princess

      October 3, 2006, 18:30

      This is my one & only baking tip so any ohhh's & ahhh's would be greatly appreciated. I only bake ummm never, so when I open up the brown sugar I end up…

    • Keeping Kids Quiet on Long Trips by: Decorating Princess

      September 19, 2006, 18:40

      When I was little I thought we took the 8 hour car trip several times a year in the mini-van to go to the cool Holiday Inn with the indoor playground & where…

    • No Sew Curtains by: Decorating Princess

      September 12, 2006, 19:19

      Fine, I'll admit it, I'm lazy, very lazy. So if the curtains are difficult to open, I just won't do it. So I go to Wal-mart, they have really pretty but really…

    • David wins Design Star! by: Decorating Princess

      September 10, 2006, 20:09

      I get embarrassed for other people because I figure they don't know what fools they are making of themselves so someone has to be embarrassed for them. This…

    • Virtual Paint Chooser by: Decorating Princess

      September 5, 2006, 19:18

      My pet peeve is houses that remind of lunch meat. For some reason, people around here tend to paint their houses in the exact pinkish tone of bologna. I don't…

    • House Hunters: What Realtors should never say by: Decorating Princess

      September 4, 2006, 11:15

      One of my favorite shows on HGTV is "House Hunters". The show follows people all over the country, & now world trying to find a home. You get to see how much…

    • HGTV’S Design Star: Vote Now by: Decorating Princess

      September 3, 2006, 20:30

      Tonight's episode of "Design Star" had Alice & David decorating glass houses in New York City. I was torn this episode, it's like choosing between your…

    • Dorm Room Decorating by: Decorating Princess

      September 1, 2006, 12:03

      My freshman year I changed dorms. To this day I am convinced that my new roommate asked me to live with her solely because our stuff matched. It's difficult…

    • DIY: Can I paint hardwood floors? by: Decorating Princess

      August 30, 2006, 08:37

      Yes. But why would you want to? I have no objection to painting concrete or vinyl because those things are rarely pretty, but I love hardwood floors. Ok, I…

    • HGTV’s Design Star: Then there were two by: Decorating Princess

      August 28, 2006, 11:12

      Sorry if this is a boring post, but it was a boring episode of "Design Star", not my fault. Way to reel in the readers just tell them up front this is going to…

    • Big Brother All-Stars by: Decorating Princess

      August 23, 2006, 12:00

      The Big Brother All-Stars set has to be the ugliest set I've ever seen. It's not like the "Brady Bunch" set, which was probably the pinnacle of decorating in…

    • Back to School Decorating Coupon Codes by: Decorating Princess

      August 21, 2006, 11:57

      It's back to school time which means great sales on everything you could possibly need to decorate a dorm room or home. Here are my favorite coupons and…

    • Design Star: Buh Bye Temple by: Decorating Princess

      August 21, 2006, 10:23

      Last night's challenge on HGTV's "Design Star" was to design a room around a randomly chosen color. Alice's color was blue, Temple's was yellow, David got red,…

    • How to tell the Salt & Pepper Shakers Apart by: Decorating Princess

      August 15, 2006, 21:12

      Ok, I may be eternally mocked for stating the obvious, but I'm curious how many people know how to tell the salt and pepper shakers apart. I was with some…

    • Monday Madness Questions by: Decorating Princess

      August 14, 2006, 08:00

      Monday Madness 1. How many "people" pictures do you have displayed in your house? I don't have many, I just don't like people looking at me. A few pictures of…

    • What’s your Furniture Style Personality Quiz? by: Decorating Princess

      August 5, 2006, 14:36

      It's ok to paint your fingernails orange because it is temporary and an easy fix. However, there are some things you just want to get right the first time…

    • Celebrity Style: Phoebe from “Friends” by: Decorating Princess

      August 3, 2006, 14:34

      Remember the episode of "Friends" called "The one with apothecary table". Phoebe kept brining home furniture from a national home store and told Rachel it was…

    • Celebrity Decorating: Must Love Dogs by: Decorating Princess

      August 1, 2006, 20:45

      I just finished watching the romantic comedy "Must love dogs". As far as movies go, I didn't hate it. One of the saving graces was Sarah's house. It distracted…

    • Dream House: Kitchen makeover for less than 00 by: Decorating Princess

      August 1, 2006, 14:38

      For my dream house I want every room to be themed like a country. I have chosen a Spanish style for the kitchen because it is warm and uses colors that will be…

    • Home Decorating: Dimensionality by: Decorating Princess

      July 29, 2006, 20:40

      I'm sarcastic by nature, and it's true that I do hate a lot of things. I watch a lot of decorating shows, HGTV, TLC, "Extreme Makeover Home Edition", and over…

    • Home & Garden: Hammock Swing Deal by: Decorating Princess

      July 27, 2006, 20:45

      In the 1980's my dad had an opportunity to invest in apple computers, instead he invested in his apple orchard. That would have been the best investment we…

    • Bathroom Decorating: Morocco by: Decorating Princess

      July 25, 2006, 20:40

      I am not yet a homeowner, but I've been planning my decor for years for when I am. I have decided that each room will be themed like a different country. I…

    • DIY Decorating: Dollar Deals by: Decorating Princess

      July 21, 2006, 01:32

      I love dollar stores. There is something very satisfying about walking in a store and being able to think "I can afford anything in this place". It is such a…

    • What’s your color palette free personality quiz? by: Decorating Princess

      July 19, 2006, 10:35

      My mom's room is painted a dark cobalt blue. This took 5 coats of paint and one trip to the emergency room (someone fell off a chair and tore open her foot).…

    • Celebrity Decorating: Will & Grace Living Room by: Decorating Princess

      July 17, 2006, 18:39

      We envy their friendships, I have always envied Debra Messing's hair, but we don't need to envy Will & Grace's apartment anymore, because it's very easy to…

    • DIY Decorating Instructions: How to make an upholstered headboard by: Decorating Princess

      July 14, 2006, 09:46

      In the front of my journal I have a disclaimer that says "The opinions expressed in this diary are in no way to be construed as the general tone or attitude…

    • Celebrity Decorating: Oprah by: Decorating Princess

      July 12, 2006, 19:13

      This year the set of the Oprah show was uncharacteristically modern. Lots of frosted glass, a neutral color palette of mostly white, with stainless steel…

    • Whats your TV Decorating Style Free Personality Quiz by: Decorating Princess

      July 11, 2006, 15:06

      If you were going to live on the set of any TV show, what TV show would it be? Do you have the kitschy style of the Gilmore Girls? Do you use a more elegant…

    • TV Decorating Tips: The West Wing by: Decorating Princess

      July 10, 2006, 08:22

      Few of us will ever live or work in the White House. Becoming the President is difficult. I've never personally tried, but I'm sure it is not easy. However,…

    • TV Decorating Style: The Dharma & Greg Kitchen by: Decorating Princess

      July 8, 2006, 12:27

      To achieve Dharma and Greg's style is easy and inexpensive. Use crafts, arts, tapestries. This fun, energetic look is great for a kitchen. For the Dharma and…

    • TV Decorating Styles: Dharma & Greg Bargains by: Decorating Princess

      July 3, 2006, 14:12

      Long before the concept of "bringing the outdoors in" there were poor college students who would use lawn chairs in their living rooms. It wasn't a style…

    • Daily Deal: 0 Chandelier for .97 by: Decorating Princess

      June 29, 2006, 20:48

       Most people have at least one outdated or "blah" lighting fixture in their house.  I call mine lampy.  Lampy is a 1970's crystal/goldleaf-ed tall monstrosit…

    • Scratchy Rugs by: Decorating Princess

      January 30, 2006, 15:43

      I sure have been ranting a lot. Who knew that I was angry about decorating? One more thing I don't understand is all the jute rugs that are being used indoors.…

  • Category: Kids Crafts  (5)
    • Mother’s Day Kids Craft by: Decorating Princess

      May 10, 2007, 13:22

      If you are a teacher, either at school or church, chances are that you are looking for a good Mother's Day craft that's easy & inexpensive. I saw this…

    • More Fun with Craft Marbles by: Decorating Princess

      October 31, 2006, 19:09

      A few weeks ago I posted about how to make bubble magnets from those clear marbles that you can find at dollar stores.  We had a church activity where we…

    • Knitting Loom: Your New Best Friend by: Decorating Princess

      October 30, 2006, 23:02

      It snowed here in September, so cute winter items are a must because it seems like we use them most of the year. I love making hand knitted/crocheted items,…

    • Kids Craft: Prayer Rocks by: Decorating Princess

      October 10, 2006, 18:34

      Prayer rocks were an idea picked up in church when I was a kid. My mom brought us home & we each picked out a medium sized rock from the yard. Then we sat down…

    • Picture Frame Craft by: Decorating Princess

      January 25, 2006, 15:40

      In my opinion this is the only worthwhile use of scrabble pieces. I am awe struck as to how cool this frame looks. I can't wait to forever be rid of this game.…

  • Category: More Decorating Tips  (32)
    • American Dream by: Decorating Princess

      April 17, 2007, 19:26

      It's the American dream to own your own home, well it surpasses America, I think it is something everyone wants. I see a lot of people, (like everyone on…

    • A House with a View by: Decorating Princess

      April 6, 2007, 20:11

      One thing that a lot of home buyers forget about is, to look at the view. They are so busy looking at the inside of the house, that they don't take the time to…

    • Spring is coming by: Decorating Princess

      March 27, 2007, 10:01

      I'm chronically ill, & very busy. However, my garden doesn't understand this & still wants to be taken care of. However, there are just little things…

    • Rent or buy? by: Decorating Princess

      March 25, 2007, 13:52

      I'm looking for a new place to live which means that I spend way too much time circling properties in the newspaper. I'm not in a position to buy a house right…

    • Souvenirs by: Decorating Princess

      March 22, 2007, 16:27

      I recently saw a segment on Oprah that one of the easiest ways that you can personalize a room is by adding in souvenirs from travels. I was a little…

    • What a deal by: Decorating Princess

      March 22, 2007, 08:59

      It seems like natural stone is all the rage, we see it in high end kitchen's & baths, on countertops, on floors, & around fireplaces. It's the new must…

    • Change by: Decorating Princess

      March 20, 2007, 11:34

      I think one of the easiest ways to update a room is to change out the lighting. I always hate to see brand new furniture next to an oversized, dusty table…

    • Vegas Baby by: Decorating Princess

      March 17, 2007, 19:18

      I wasn't expecting to like my trip to Vegas, because I don't gamble. However, I underestimated the culture. I think I paid to see a Picasso, Warhol, Van…

    • Peace of mind by: Decorating Princess

      March 13, 2007, 13:53

      I remember the good old days when I could just leave my door unlocked at night & be safe. Actually, I don't. Those days were before my time. However, I…

    • My Happy Place by: Decorating Princess

      March 13, 2007, 13:53

      I have another decorating blog, where I just posted about my bedroom redo for under .  It was a lot of work, the decorating, not the blog.  Well, the blog…

    • Little things add up by: Decorating Princess

      March 13, 2007, 13:11

      I live in Utah, which is technically desert, but you wouldn't always know that because of all the green lawns that are around. I personally like the idea of…

    • Fireplace Fiasco by: Decorating Princess

      March 12, 2007, 07:11

      I love a fireplace, I think every house should have at least one. However, they can be a hassle, with all the hauling of wood, & the cleaning up, & of…

    • Easy Makeover by: Decorating Princess

      March 11, 2007, 19:37

      I've said it before, & I'll say it again, the easiest way to makeover a room is to change the lighting fixture. I think of home lighting fixtures as…

    • Why didn’t I think of that? by: Decorating Princess

      March 10, 2007, 20:59

      I'll admit it, I love a beautiful house, but I don't like to clean. However, I have found that the right cleaning supplies make all the difference. For…

    • Instant Popularity by: Decorating Princess

      March 10, 2007, 20:50

      Popularity when you are a teenager can be difficult to come by. You have to wear the right clothes, talk to the right people, participate in the right…

    • Moving Up by: Decorating Princess

      March 10, 2007, 20:40

      I love watching the show "Moving Up" on TLC. It always makes me think about house values. Real estate values change so much state to state. The same house…

    • Neato by: Decorating Princess

      March 7, 2007, 12:11

      One of my biggest problems in decorating is artwork. It is so difficult for me to choose something that I really like & fits the space. Well actually,…

    • It only took me eight years by: Decorating Princess

      March 6, 2007, 15:53

      I've been shopping for new furniture for my mom's living room for umm only about eight years. So, I'm always on the lookout for the perfect pieces, so I was…

    • When you shouldn’t DIY by: Decorating Princess

      March 6, 2007, 15:39

      There are some DIY projects that just aren't fun. They can even be dangerous if you don t know what you are doing, such as electrical work. Maybe, you just got…

    • The bowling ball myth by: Decorating Princess

      March 6, 2007, 15:07

      We've all seen the impressive commercials of household vacuums that can pick up a bowling ball. This might seem worth shelling out the extra few hundred…

    • Hang Pictures Easily by: Decorating Princess

      March 5, 2007, 20:28

      Every room should have art hanging on the walls, & it seems like a relatively easy DIY project that most everyone tries. However, many people can attest to…

    • Don’t turn into a popsicle by: Decorating Princess

      March 5, 2007, 16:17

      It's still winter in Utah, no sign of spring here. I'm not really into the whole cold weather thing, which makes me question moving every winter even though I…

    • What to do when the room just doesn’t feel right by: Decorating Princess

      March 5, 2007, 09:03

      I've argued with several people about whether Feng Shui is actually a phrase. It is, & it's one of my favorite things to use in decorating. In fact, a…

    • Housekeeping 101 by: Decorating Princess

      March 4, 2007, 19:53

      We all have our strong points & decorating is my strong point. However, we all have the stuff we aren't so good at too, & mine is definitely organizatio…

    • Safe Candles by: Decorating Princess

      March 1, 2007, 13:33

      I'll admit it, I love candles, but I'm scared to use them. Yes, I'm scared of traditional candles. When they are light, I constantly watch to make sure my…

    • Furniture shopping, not just for the pro’s by: Decorating Princess

      February 28, 2007, 08:57

      I think one of the most intimidating things about decorating is buying furniture. Oh the pressure, the pressure. There is so much worry over finding stylish…

    • Modern Day Terah by: Decorating Princess

      February 26, 2007, 20:23

      One of the few things that I agreed with when I watched "Gone with the Wind" was Scarlett's attachment to land & home. Even as a child, I understood that…

    • Neutral window treatments by: Decorating Princess

      January 20, 2007, 13:07

      I love curtains as much as the next person. However, there is something to be said for having a neutral window treatment. Window treatments can be quite…

    • Custom Lampshades by: Decorating Princess

      January 16, 2007, 14:48

      Lamps make or break a room & these are some of the most unique shades I've ever seen. One of the easiest ways to "date" a room is by having an out of date…

    • Organization by: Decorating Princess

      January 11, 2007, 08:41

      Did you get a lot of stuff for Christmas? Of course, it's the holidays. Now it's just a matter of where are you going to put it. So you don't end up like…

    • Spanish Houses, literally by: Decorating Princess

      December 19, 2006, 11:55

      If you've noticed my decorating style, I gravitate towards all things Spanish. I've always wanted to own a property in Spain. Maybe I will retire there, or…

    • Custom Rugs by: Decorating Princess

      December 11, 2006, 15:25

      I've spent a significant amount of my life looking for a rug that will match the tile in our entryway.  It seems like all the rugs are too yellow &…

  • Category: Thanksgiving  (4)
    • Take Back Thanksgiving by: Decorating Princess

      November 21, 2006, 12:14

      When I think of Thanksgiving I think of: food, fighting, awkward conversations, pumpkin pie, washing dishes, loud football games, & even manage to throw…

    • Thanksgiving Decorating by: Decorating Princess

      November 20, 2006, 12:13

      I'm not a big fan of centerpieces on thanksgiving tables. Mostly because that is where the food goes, & if someone has been awake cooking since 5 in the…

    • Martha Stewart Thanksgiving by: Decorating Princess

      November 17, 2006, 12:11

      Here is another Martha Stewart thing I can handle: a preplanned Thanksgiving menu. It has everything you will need to buy & even a timed schedule. Plus, the…

    • What’s Your Sign Design? by: Decorating Princess

      November 6, 2006, 12:05

      Fall is upon us, which means it is time for drinking wassail & colorful leaves underfoot. Autumn is also my favorite time of year because we get new TV! I will…

  • Category: TV Reviews  (47)
    • Is design remix real? by: Decorating Princess

      July 16, 2008, 15:10

      I miss the days when the HGTV show Design Remix was on everyday.  I can still find reruns & new episodes on early in the morning or on Saturdays. The…

    • Sleep On It by: Decorating Princess

      June 5, 2008, 16:59

      Sleep on it is an HGTV show that lets house hunters spend the night in a home they are considering buying. In the morning they have to make a decision. Will…

    • What happened to HGTV by: Decorating Princess

      March 4, 2008, 18:29

      It used to be that when there was nothing on I turned to HGTV & got some decorating tips.  Now whenever I turn on HGTV it's just another house show about…

    • Douglas Wilson is a jerk by: Decorating Princess

      January 27, 2008, 18:40

      I would love to be posting about the new/old version of Trading Spaces. However, instead I have to post about how Douglas Wilson is a jerk. I was wondering…

    • A 00 room by: Decorating Princess

      October 22, 2007, 07:59

      I was disappointed to find out that Trading Spaces had raised their budget to ,000. Plus, they are still giving away 0 gift cards to Home Depot. Plus,…

    • To the trading spaces carpenters by: Decorating Princess

      October 22, 2007, 07:37

      Dear New Trading Spaces Carpenters, You come from a long & proud tradition of good carpenters like Amy Wynn, Ty, Faber & even Carter. All of these…

    • The new iron chefs are annoying by: Decorating Princess

      October 16, 2007, 13:15

      I loved watching The Next Iron Chef the first week. I thought "this is going to be the best series ever. We get to know more about the future Iron Chef &…

    • More home improvement lessons learned from TV by: Decorating Princess

      October 12, 2007, 10:08

      I'm watching a Six Feet Under marathon & I came in on the middle of the series. I have no idea what is going on or who the people are, but I love the way…

    • If you are ever on Design Star… by: Decorating Princess

      September 24, 2007, 09:59

      Here's a little bit of advice if you are ever a decorator on HGTV's show "Design Star". Remember that Vern Yip is a judge. As such, don't fill up your room…

    • Flipping out by: Decorating Princess

      September 19, 2007, 14:59

      I've been meaning to write about "Flipping Out" for several weeks. Obviously I haven't yet or I wouldn't be starting this post with "I've been meaning to".…

    • Design Star Winner by: Decorating Princess

      September 17, 2007, 09:20

      Kim won! Kim won! Kim won! Kim won! Well, you get the picture. I was pretty ecstatic when she won Design Star last night. I think she will be a great host,…

    • Simply Painting by: Decorating Princess

      September 14, 2007, 13:43

      Sunday afternoon TV isn't the best. This means that I have the choice of bowling, golf, or PBS. I love watching the "Joy of Painting" with Bob Ross. I just…

    • Deserving Design by: Decorating Princess

      September 10, 2007, 14:41

      When Vern Yip left Trading Spaces there was a lot talk about this new design show he was going to have. It didn't happen for years. He eventually ended up as a…

    • Design star: I thought we got rid of him by: Decorating Princess

      September 9, 2007, 19:38

      Well, it's finally time to vote on who will be HGTV's next design star. It isn't even this hard for me to choose when I'm voting for a President. I guess it's…

    • Design Star: The Final Two by: Decorating Princess

      September 3, 2007, 23:44

      On Sunday, the designers were challenged to create a room for a deserving family, for ,000. The rooms came out all very similar & uninspired I thought.…

    • Bye Bye Rob, Bye Bye Fighting by: Decorating Princess

      August 27, 2007, 11:59

      I've been waiting to type that title ever since this season of "Design Star" started. The good news first, Rob got eliminated. The challenge was to redecorate…

    • Goodbye Sparkle Josh by: Decorating Princess

      August 22, 2007, 14:35

      I finally saw last week's episode of Design Star. Here are my thoughts: It's official, anyone I would have wanted to watch was eliminated. Both Christine…

    • HGTV Withdrawl by: Decorating Princess

      August 20, 2007, 06:42

      Last night, I missed "Design Star". Darn my lack of TIVO. I had a delightful evening spending time with my family. However, I'm going through "Design Star"…

    • Find Your Style by: Decorating Princess

      August 15, 2007, 10:23

      It's fall which means HGTV has totally changed their lineup. There are very few shows that this channel seems to really hold onto. Then, those shows are…

    • Blast you Rob by: Decorating Princess

      August 13, 2007, 06:39

      Last night's episode of "Design Star" had me torn. The challenge was to decorate a room using only things found at the dollar store. The rooms came out…

    • Where in Stars Hallow by: Decorating Princess

      August 11, 2007, 05:17

      Yes, I'm still having withdrawals from "Gilmore Girls" ending. If Stars Hallow was an actual place I would move there. So of course, I woke up this morning…

    • Color Correction by: Decorating Princess

      August 8, 2007, 13:34

      When I first saw the new show on TV called "Color Correction", I thought they were talking about hair color. However, I tuned in because Constance from…

    • Design Star Surprise by: Decorating Princess

      August 5, 2007, 19:15

      Tonight's episode of Design Star was really full of a lot of surprises like: 1. I was surprised that Todd really stood up & took charge.  He seemed like…

    • Good Idea, Bad Idea by: Decorating Princess

      July 30, 2007, 15:54

      Here are a few lessons that I learned from last night's episode of Design Star: Apparently, building a half pipe in the middle of a living room when only one…

    • Design Star Season 2 by: Decorating Princess

      July 22, 2007, 19:47

      I just finished watching "Design Star" Season 2. I have a few questions, like what will happen to David's show "Color Splash?". I really don't think he has…

    • Designer’s Gold Medal by: Decorating Princess

      July 16, 2007, 16:02

      I'm watching "Designed to Sell" & I have to say that Lisa LaPorta impresses even me. Most of the designers on any show have me thinking, "You spent…

    • Take that summer TV! by: Decorating Princess

      July 15, 2007, 18:46

      Summer isn't usually the best time for TV. However, it's a great time to catch up on decorating shows that you might have missed during the fall. Plus, there…

    • DIY Don’t by: Decorating Princess

      July 3, 2007, 10:50

      I love watching decorating shows, where the homeowners are supposed to do the work. When it comes time to paint the walls, the designers & homeowners have…

    • An HGTV host who is actually funny? by: Decorating Princess

      June 11, 2007, 11:00

      I was recently surprised when watching an older episode of "Get Color".  I thought that I had seen every episode, but it was obvious that I had…

    • Honest Design Star by: Decorating Princess

      May 31, 2007, 08:26

      I had my doubts when David became the design star.  Yes, he is hot, but he is also boring.  I just wasn't enamored by the premise of his show, "Color…

    • Ty Pennington by: Decorating Princess

      May 30, 2007, 12:36

      Several people have expressed shock over Ty Pennington's DUI that took place earlier this month.  Have we learned nothing from Paris Hilton.  I think we all…

    • My Favorite TV Decorator Ever by: Decorating Princess

      May 17, 2007, 10:58

      There are many people who have vied for this spot, such as Laurie from Trading Spaces, or Lisa what's her name from "Designed to Sell". I just…

    • All is right with the world by: Decorating Princess

      April 12, 2007, 14:48

      Yes, Matt won the final "Top Design".  I was ecstatic, even though Carisa did the better room.  His room was just way too closed off, but that's…

    • NOOOOOOOOOOOOOO!!!! by: Decorating Princess

      April 4, 2007, 20:01

      I am distraught that Andrea was sent home.  I'm so upset that I'm using words like distraught.  All this means is that it will now be easier for Matt to…

    • Retro lamp craft by: Decorating Princess

      March 27, 2007, 10:09

      I was watching "Decorating Cents" the other night & they were making a mod-woodland room.  Most of the ideas weren't really my thing, but I love…

    • Ah, it’s class, run away! by: Decorating Princess

      March 22, 2007, 10:09

      One of the big shockers of tonight's "Top Design" was when Michael refused to answer the question of which room he wouldn't want to eat in.  I was…

    • Room generator by: Decorating Princess

      March 15, 2007, 08:19

      Here's at least one good thing that has come out of watching "Top Design".  They have a cool new decorating game where you can design your dream…

    • Top Design: Garage Band by: Decorating Princess

      March 8, 2007, 20:16

      I love to watch Bravo's "Top Design" it is like "Project Runway" for decorating. Last night's episode was called "Garage Band"' & their assignment was to…

    • Terms by: Decorating Princess

      January 17, 2007, 00:50

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    • Design Match by: Decorating Princess

      December 8, 2006, 12:21

      HGTV apparently has never heard the phrase "beating a dead horse". Their new show "Design Match" seems pretty promising at first. Two different teams compete…

    • 24 Hour Design by: Decorating Princess

      December 4, 2006, 12:20

      You know when you find a fly in your soup, you don't really feel like eating soup again anytime soon, if ever? So is the case with HGTV's new show "24 Hour…

    • Under 1 Roof by: Decorating Princess

      November 24, 2006, 12:18

      Apparently, "Save Us From Our House", wasn't enough. People seem to be taking decorating so seriously, that there is a second show that requires a therapist &…

    • Save us from our House by: Decorating Princess

      November 15, 2006, 12:10

      I will give points to HGTV for the title "Save Us From Our House". I pictured a large, two story, cartoon house with teeth, chasing the homeowners down the…

    • Junk Brothers by: Decorating Princess

      November 13, 2006, 12:09

      What's not to like about the new show on HGTV "Junk Brothers"? Two brothers find junk that has been thrown to the curb, fix it up & then return it to the…

    • Hammered: with John & Jimmy by: Decorating Princess

      November 10, 2006, 12:08

      I have nothing against boys. I just don't want to be around them all the time. This is why I turned off HGTV's new show "Hammered: with John & Jimmy". I watch…

    • Takeover My Makeover by: Decorating Princess

      November 8, 2006, 12:06

      Usually when I have a brilliant design idea that goes awry (The stenciled ivy of '99, or the forest green sponge paint fiasco of the same year), it is up to me…

    • What’s up with Decorating Shows? by: Decorating Princess

      November 3, 2006, 12:04

      I promise I will get back to my usual crafty ways soon. However, I have been watching my TV lately & had the urge the scream & throw things. This tends to…


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