Archive for the ‘Decorating Ideas’ Category

Housewarming Gift Guide: Something for Every Home and Host

Wednesday, May 11th, 2011

A move into a new home is an occasion for stress, but also celebration. When a friend or loved one moves into a new residence, it is a nice gesture to give that person a gift for the home. If your friend or friends throw a housewarming party, a gift ...

Throwing a BBQ in Your Apartment

Monday, May 9th, 2011

Summer is a time for basking in the sun, enjoying a chilly sno-ball, playing baseball in the park, and of course, barbecuing! While it might be easier to host a neighborhood barbecue with a sprawling yard, it isn’t necessary. With a little planning, any apartment can be the site of ...

Modern Bathroom Gizmos

Wednesday, April 6th, 2011

If one’s home is a castle, the bathroom is surely the all-important throne room. As such, it is only appropriate that this space is outfitted with finery befitting a king! Luckily for modern gentry, the amenities available for one’s bathroom are markedly more posh than medieval. Consider adding a few ...

Decorating to Increase Storage Space

Tuesday, April 5th, 2011

Most renters will attest that storage space in an apartment or rental property is always a hot commodity, especially in homes shared by one or more people. For this reason, creative storage solutions are a must. While plastic stacked bins are available at giant retailers across the nation, an overabundance of ...

Scents to Create a Happy Home

Tuesday, January 18th, 2011

Many studies have been conducted on the influence of semiochemicals (fragrances, pheromones, even body odor) on mood and behavior. Essentially, how, and why, do smells make us feel? There is even an entire lab at Rutgers University dedicated to the study of such matters. One such study, conducted by Professor Jeannettte ...