Shine's Decorating Guide
Whether it be beautifully designed headboards or perfectly personalized pillows, 2012 was the year that took personalized home-decorating ideas by storm! Bloggers everywhere encouraged us to add a dash of personality to our spaces with projects large and small, and I know I bookmarked and pinned more ideas than I'll ever possibly be able to tackle. Have an itch to update your home in the new year? Believe it or not, you can do it easily and once for the rest of the year! Click through for 7 home trends that should last through 2013! - By Cyd Converse
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...Read More »- Mon, Dec 31, 2012 1:34 PM EST | CommentsIt's almost time to hit that reset button, a time of year I always look forward to! I love clearing out the clutter from the year past and making way for fresh new starts. But usually at this time of year the budget can be a bit tight after all the indulgences that December brings, so I look to places like IKEA for ideas on budget-friendly ways to freshen up living spaces. With just a few new plants and pillows, things are quickly set off on the right track without hurting my pocketbook too much. Click through for 7 budget-friendly home decor updates from IKEA! - By Jan Halvarson
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When I was a kid, I LOVED arts and crafts. It's not really a secret that I still enjoy it. I made all of our holiday cards this year. And I made a card holder to show off the ones our friends and family send us. And as soon as our son is big enough, I'm so excited to make fun holiday decor arts and crafts with him! Unfortunately for me, he's only an infant this year, so for now I am only dreaming of the days when we will make these fun Christmas crafts together. But in case your kids are a little older, here are 7 fun, Christmas-themed crafts to make with them! - By Becka Robinson
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...Read More »Red and green, silver and gold: These colors are synonymous with the holidays. But believe it or not, there are alternative ways -- namely, more feminine and unique ways -- to dress your home in holiday style. Indeed, store shelves are stocked with oodles of pink festive decor. And much of it is classy, not tacky! I've rounded up a handful of what I believe are some gorgeous pinktastic holiday decor picks that I think anyone who loves this color will adore. Click through for 7 of my favorite finds, and your home, too, can be pretty in pink for the holidays. - By Jaime Morrison Curtis
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...Read More »- Christmas right around the corner so time is running out to find the perfect tree. Over 25 million real Christmas trees are sold in the United States each year and it can be difficult to know what type of tree suits your needs and how to care for it. Did you know, for instance, that there are over 15 varieties of Christmas trees, with 6 different types of fir trees alone?
Finding the perfect tree
We've asked Christmas tree and decorating experts for tips on choosing the perfect tree, from selection, to caring for your tree, to the best part—decorating!
The White House Christmas tree arrives
• Before you go shopping, do your homework. It's good to know exactly how much room you have for the tree, don't forget ceiling height. There's nothing worse than purchasing a tree and discovering it's too big.
• If you're tight on space, "consider putting a smaller tree on a table top," suggests sister design team Jennifer and Kitty O'Neill, of Runningwithsisters.com. "Pick out the table you want to use, and measure f...Read More »
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When you begin to tackle your springtime and Easter decorating, an excellent place to start is with your mantel! But before you spring for those store-bought decorations, why not tap into your creative side and embellish this piece of your home with a few personalized pieces you already have lying around? If you're not sure how to start, I've got a roundup of easy-to-mimic mantels that are sure to inspire. Click through for 7 simple ways to brighten up your mantel for spring! - By Jacinda Boneau