Do you have a bedroom that is in dire need of change or face lift? If so, I have a few ideas that may help. There never seems to be enough money to do exactly what we want to do, so I tried to keep these ideas as inexpensive as possible.
Hang a quilt on the wall behind your headboard. It’s a simple step that looks great. You don’t have to match the quilt with your bedspread, but do keep the same color scheme.
Mix and match some pillows to brighten up the room. Your décor should express your personality so find a …read more

It’s that time of year when some of us have family and close friends visit for the holidays. Most of my family lives within an hours drive, but we do have a few relatives who live out of state and spend the night when they do visit.
Don’t be stressed out at the thought of hosting family or friends overnight. I have a few tips to help you make your guests feel right at home.
Make sure to air out your guestroom a few days before. When I say air out I mean just that. Open the windows slightly to let the …read more

Are you looking to add some color to your bedroom?  Do you like to have a lot of matching and coordinating fabric in your room?  Do you need a new headboard?  If so, then you might be interested in this project from Better Homes & Gardens. 

Better Homes & Gardens always has great do-it-yourself projects and home improvement ideas.  BHG has step by step instructions on how to upholster a headboard.
To make this headboard you’ll need plywood, foam, and about 7 yards of fabric.  Check out BHG’s step by step instructions.
image from Better Homes & Gardens

var iamInit = function() {try{initIamServingHandler(320,480,281275,”http://cdn.pis.picapp.com/IamProd/Resources/Css/css2.css”)}catch(ex){}}()
To be honest, I had no idea that so much would be involved with getting rid of most of the dust in a bedroom, especially if you suffer from asthma. Luckily for me I don’t, but just reading about what makes up dust, just gave me the willies. As I’m typing this, I’m feeling just a wee bit queazie, but the thought of breathing in mold, fibers, and tiny dust mites, is just plain horrible. Have you seen what a dust mite looks like when magnified. It’s almost enough to send me …read more

  I thought so until my mom came for a visit a few months ago. There was a bed, a small table and somewhere for her to put her clothes. What I never thought of was the fact that there was no where for her to sit and possibly read. (I did think to put some magazines in the room) And I never thought that a clock would be a nice touch too. Funny, the things you miss when you don’t use the room very often. I did a bit of re-arranging and I positioned an easy chair in the …read more

There are secrets that interior designers employ in decorating any bedroom. Are there no-fail guidelines in creating that perfect haven?
I think if you follow these do’s and don’ts provided by the experts at Calico Corners, you’ll be well on your way to the perfect bedroom.
Do’s
* Use soft fabrics and textures on your bed.
* Make your bed the focal point, either by its frame or through the fabrics you use on it. Make it stand out from the walls by employing contrasting colors.
* Add window treatments that complement the bed.

The absolute neatest way to make a bed calls for making those so-called hospital corners. Here’s an easy video tutorial on how to make these on your own bed:

The wonderful response to my pillow giveaway made me think even more about pillows. Here are some information and tips for taking care of pillows to help us get a good  night’s sleep:
* Fluff pillows regularly to help them maintain their shape.
* In addition to pillow cases, use zippered pillow protectors to reduce allergies and help protect the pillow. Place the zippered end into the pillowcase first. Wash pillow protectors once a month.
* Most pillows can be washed in the washing machine. Read the care label for manufacturer’s instructions. Clean pillows every 3-6 months.
* …read more