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Textile artist, Kaffe Fassett, feels people shouldn’t be afraid of bright colours but, rather, embrace them. If you get the colours wrong, don’t worry, you can always fix it. Now that sounds like some sound advice to me. Read more in “Functional Art is Always in Fashion.”
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Learn all about the life of fabulous textile designer Kaffe Fassett and his fascinating life in “The Creative Life of Textile Designer Kaffe Fassett.”
Wait – don’t stuff those shovels and spades in the shed just yet. There’s still lots of gardening time left — especially if you want a showy display of colour in the garden next Spring. Read “Plant Now for Spring Flowers” to learn what you need to do now for beautiful blooms in the spring.
Let designer Annie Sloan help with your home décor! Find out what she’s unleashing on North America in my article “Annie Sloan Paint and Fabrics Now Available in North America”.
While it’s always sad, saying good-bye to summer also means you can bring out the autumnal décor in rich hues that signal the season and all the good things that come with it — cozy sweaters, crisp days and holiday entertaining. Read about autumnal décor in “Fresh Fall Home Decor”.
Every great party has fabulous fare. But, to reduce fuss, consider sticking to hors d’ouvres. If the appetizers are to replace a meal plan for about 15 to 20 “bites” per person. Take heft into account. For tips on tiny treats read “Small Bite Party Food”.
Small, affordable touches in the home and on the table can have a big impact, especially when you’re entertaining. In “Entertaining Accents” we look at a few ways to add elegance and atmosphere — on a shoestring.
Remember when cellphones were just for making calls? That’s to be expected. But who knew that one day they’d also be making art? Now, anybody who’s got a phone can snap pictures of people, places and things that are worthy of being hung on a wall. Read “Choosing Art that Reflects Personal Style” to learn about a new and interesting way to display your art.
You know this has happened to you. You’re getting ready to hang a picture when you furrow your brow, turn to your partner and ask, “how do I do this again?” Why does hanging a picture always feel like you’re doing it for the first time? Your beloved does not, of course, really mind explaining for the 2,456th time how to do the math for picture hanging. If he/she can remember it, that is. But it would be better of he/she didn’t have to, no? Find out how a new product will solve this recurring dilemma in “Picture Hanging Made Easy”.
Long, blisteringly hot summer days have been the silver lining for drought-plagued farmers who, along with more conventional crops, harvest the sun for energy. But city slickers who invest in solar-powered products can also profit from long stretches of sun-soaked days. Read “Solar LED Light Packed in a Pretty and Practical Bulb” to learn more.
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I am partaking in a live streaming event hosted by Kijiji to discuss tricks and tips for DIY home decor. The online event will take place on Wednesday, June 20 at 2:00 pm EST.
I'll be answering questions, offering DIY advice and sharing inspiration for do-it-yourself home projects. Some of the topics I’ll touch upon include:
You will be able to watch through the UStream app on Kijiji’s Facebook page or at http://www.ustream.tv/channel/kijiji-canada
Do you already know what you’d like to ask me? Go to the Facebook event page and leave it in the comments section below.
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