Design doesn't just mean adding color and style to a space. It is also about how you organize it. Being a member of the OCD club, I cannot stand when my home is cluttered or out of order. So being organized is crucial to my sanity. Whether you are insane as I am or not, making sure everything is in their place is important to living a smooth lifestyle. Everyone has a collection of something.  It can be coins, toys, clothing or even books.  There are a few items you all should have experience with and that's films and music. Let's take DVD's for instance.  They come in packaging that takes up …

I am always thinking of ways to reuse objects and items I have around the house. Recycling what you have is a great way get inspired as well as help with Earth. This project is easy, affordable and useful. Everyone needs a calendr. Whether its for scheduling your time or simply to know what day it is, my DIY desk calendar comes in handy.   Things you will need: CD case, paper, ruler and art materials of your choice You can do this project any way you want. There are just three steps you need to follow. First, you need a clear CD case. Who doesn't have one of these around the house? The …

It's that time of year when you get tons of holiday cards in your mailbox. What do you do with them all? Surely, you can set them on a table or tape them to a wall but why not be more creative. My card garland is so easy to put together and it looks adorable when its done. There aren't that many supplies and what you do need you probably have around the house anyway. Materials: clothespins, string or ribbon, scissors and push pins First, take your clothespins and spice them up a bit with some holiday decoration. You can use paint, markers, decorative tape or tie a bow around them with ribbon…

Giving gifts is a big part of the holiday season. Besides decorating and spending time with loved ones its my favorite thing to do. I absolutely love giving presents and wrapping them even makes it more fun.   I suppose some people are not amused by gift wrapping, especially if they have stacks of them waiting to go under the tree. But stressing over the holidays shouldn't be an option.  It's a time for cheer, happiness and lots of love. Here are some easy and unique ideas that will make your gift wrapping experience quick and fun. Eco - Friendly For all those green people in your life, why …

The holidays are officially here. With Christmas coming up in just a few weeks, it's a perfect time to get those decorations out and put up the tree. I like to start on Black Friday so it's all done and the house looks festive. It's always good to get a head start on things.   One thing to remember when decorating for the holidays is to brace yourself. Stand back and take a look around. You want to make sure the style of your home doesn't get buried beneath the winter decor. There is such a thing as too much. Ideally, your holiday decorations should accent the everyday design of your home.  …

It's about that time again, folks. Family, friends and delicious food come together to create good times and lots of full stomachs. If you have the heroic title of host this year, thumbs up to you. Having everyone over for a holiday can be stressful and chaotic but no one said the decor has to be. This year, keep it simple and festive with these cool ideas for table settings. All you need to celebrate the holiday with style is a little creativity, a few everyday items and the beauty of nature. Here I use flowers, paper, leaves and candles to make adorable and easy show stoppers. Flowers …

The fall season is my favorite of them all. Who can resist going for a walk in this nice cool weather? How can you not love the colors of the leaves? There is something about autumn I am connected to. Maybe its the changes the Earth goes through as it sheds its skin or the cool breezes that sway through the air. It seems there are many reasons I am drawn to this season, so why not create from its inspiration. Mobiles are interesting because they suspend from above and add a whimsical feel to any room. A lot of people think of babies because every one of them has a hanging art piece above …

Halloween is just around the corner and the time to decorate for the holiday is now. Personally, I am not into the commercial style decor you can purchase in most stores. I am always thinking of ways to style up my home in a unique and creative way. Here are some tips and ideas that I hope you can all benefit from.   Dinner Guests Having some friends over for dinner? Why not add a little flair to the table with some fall touches. Take some mini pumpkins and use them as place settings for your guests. Just tie a little tag around the stem with their names and you have a great way of telling …

Here is another collection of ideas that will help you redefine spaces in your home. Have a corner that is bare and boring? What about a wall that needs something to make it shine? There are easy and simple ways of accomplishing successful design. You just have to keep the space in mind and figure out what works best. I have a small stairway that connects my foyer and living room that needed some love. Hanging photos or artwork on the walls is a given. But what about the corner of the stairwell? Don't think you can't do anything with them just because it is a small space. Shop around for a …

I think bulletin boards are great items to have. Whether you use one in your office or in another room in your home, they shouldn't dumb down the decor.  Sure, you can easily buy one at the store but usually they are simple and made out of cork. If you wanted one that has a little more style you probably have to pay over $25 for it. I have seen some for $50 and up. I thought of a cool way to make your own bulletin board and customize it so it looks great in any room. Plus, you will love it because you made it. You can get creative as you want to so have fun. Here are the materials you will …

Everyone has switch plates in their home and most of the time they are simple, white and plastic. When I moved in my apartment it came with just that. Boring! To make it worse, a lot of them had paint on them. I said to myself, there has to got to be a way to create a designer look without spending tons of money.  Well, the idea bulb burst and today I am sharing it with you. This project is so easy and it comes out gorgeous. It costs under $10 to make enough to cover most of your home.  You may even have all the materials needed to do it so that will save you time and money as well. You …

Everyone has a bookshelf in their home. Most people just stack their books up with no sense of design. Maybe they will put a few nicknacks here and there to fill up space but most of the time all I see is a shelf being used as storage. Why not jazz it up a bit and add a sense of style that will not only look great but complete the entire room. With a little guidance, anyone can do this. Yes, you need to have an eye for these things but that's what I'm here for. I have two bookcases in my living room that I will use as an example. I hope these tips can help you overcome the "bookcase black …

Have a corner that needs a little pick me up? What about a table or dresser that needs some pizaz. Well, my birdcage project is an easy and cute way to brighten up an room and give it some style. Remember, hanging things on the wall is not the only way to take up space. A home shouldn't feel like a museum or gallery. It should reflect who you are and exude life, comfort and creativity. I have always loved birdcages.  Especially ones that had vintage appeal.  Maybe it was all the birds I had growing up. Whatever the reason, birdcages are really beautiful things. Not only do they fill space in …

I work out of my home office everyday so its important to me that it looks good and exudes smart design. I want to be inspired, not tired. Being that I have allergies, I need tissues everywhere I go. So I thought of a way to make the tissue box look more stylish. I came up with the Tissue Box Holder.   Now I am sure you have seen these in stores and some are quite expensive depending on the materials used. Well, my project is easy, affordable and it looks great. You can even do this with your kids for a craft project. The main reason I love this idea is because you can customize it and the …

I am always thinking of ways to use natural elements in my designs.  As you now know from my first article, I love the Earth. When I have a chance to bring its beauty inside my home, I jump on it right away. I must say that trees are one of my favorite living things. In addition to being the best shade givers, they look amazing. For this project I chose branches as my main inspiration. Here I show you how to make a branch votive holder. It's quite simple really. It just takes a little bit of time, but I promise the end result will have you smiling from ear to ear. The first thing you have to …

If you are like me, then you love nature.  Especially, plants.  Bringing the outside in is a great way to provide cleaner air in your home.  It is also proven to keep you happier. Plants are amazing for a number of reasons, but the fact that they look cool and can add a natural touch to any room is a reason all of its own to buy them. About a month ago I stopped by a garage sale and noticed a beautiful bird bath they had on the lawn. When I asked if it was for sale they said it was $20. For that amount of money how could I let it go!  Birdbaths can be pretty pricey and finding one you love …