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Nov 18, HOW TO MATCH CURTAINS WITH MY DECOR

Wed, 18 Nov 2009 10:38:50 GMT

HELLO I HAVE A AQUA BLUE COUCH AND PAIRED IT UP WITH PEWTER AND PURPLE THROW PILLOWS. IM NOT SURE WHAT COLOR CURTAIN PANELS TO DO. ANY

Nov 16, Installing Your Kitchen Countertop - An Easy Guide

Mon, 16 Nov 2009 13:46:40 GMT

Worried about installing your kitchen countertop? DIY it with this easy guide to building your kitchen countertops yourself. Make your kitchen look better without a load of expense and hassle....

Nov 12, Product of the Day - Brick Fireplace Makeover

Thu, 12 Nov 2009 13:10:09 GMT

A while ago a reader asked me a question about painting a fireplace. Painting bricks can be awkward, can look messy and the paint can be very difficult to get off if you change your mind. This is a problem we've been pondering at home for our fireplace too! My product of the day is a product I've just discovered called Brick-Anew - this is a DIY product that allows you to actually change the color of your bricks without losing any of the texture - inspirational! So you can keep that brick look you love, but update the look to a beautiful contemporary feel that matches your room exactly. Get a professional look and feel with a DIY kit, and do the job over a weekend. Their website has tons of hints and tips online to help you choose the right color and get a really quality finish. Fireplace Brick Paint
Revolutionary process for giving
a new look to brick. Easy DIY kit.

Nov 12, Oboy oboy finally a website that gives me a IDEA on how my home might've been decorated!!

Thu, 12 Nov 2009 12:45:54 GMT
Woohooo.. missionary arts & crafts style I'm thinking!! I have a home built 1927 cobblestone bungalow style home in the country, and was at a loss

Nov 9, Decorating with Color and Pattern - How to, and some great ideas...

Mon, 09 Nov 2009 12:34:27 GMT
Information about decorating with color and pattern. Liven up your home with some vibrant colors and joyful patterns. Create a home you love. Ideas and how to make it a success...

Nov 2, Decorating a Home Ideas - How to Use Yellow in your Home

Mon, 02 Nov 2009 13:06:05 GMT
Get great decorating a home ideas for using yellow in your home. Yellow is such a bright and welcoming color and really gives your home a cheerful feel. Find out how to use yellow in your decorating.

Nov 1, Not Mauv-elous!

Sun, 01 Nov 2009 13:21:52 GMT
Back in the '80s, mauve was so popular, and the birth center interior where I was going to have our twins was THE most perfect mauve, and I had to

Nov 1, Color Combination

Sun, 01 Nov 2009 13:20:15 GMT
I plan to upholster my sofa. I have bought some fabric which is purple and maroon striped. I want to use it only for the cushion seats and want

Oct 28, African Inspirations

Wed, 28 Oct 2009 10:15:11 GMT
For african interior design inspirations check out Ingrid's new business Fabric Africa... Buy beautifully patterned and sewn african cloths, fabrics, placemats etc...

Oct 26, More than a splash of colors. More like a 50 ft. wave.

Mon, 26 Oct 2009 13:33:23 GMT
A riot of colors that I can't connect. I loved the backsplash tiles and loved the floor tiles but the two just do not match and looks terrible.

Oct 21, Tear Down Ceilings? Raw Cement Ceilings?

Wed, 21 Oct 2009 12:46:50 GMT
I want to tear the wall down that would combine all these rooms. I would also like to raise the ceilings, as they all have false ceilings that are

Oct 21, BOO!! The SBI Halloween Special - Build a New Life

Wed, 21 Oct 2009 10:33:46 GMT
Build a successful online business your way... Unlike 99 of other online businesses, SBI owners consistently succeed online. Its how I built this website - plus 2 others - all profitable... This is not a get-rich-quick scheme and does require your hard work, but its a fantastic opportunity to get the tools to help you succeed - and now even better with a special offer - this is a really good time to take the first steps towards your new business and new life...

Oct 21, Product of the Day - Wow Factor for your Bathroom

Wed, 21 Oct 2009 10:33:46 GMT
My product of the day today is a real 'wow factor' treat - a striking feature and a personal luxury treat! Indulge yourself with the ultimate bathroom luxury! This is a fantastic space-saver idea for that luxury bathroom - a flat-screen TV, totally waterproof and that forms a practical mirror when switched off! What a brilliant idea - perfect for that luxury bathroom makeover - treat yourself, or ask Santa very nicely! This is a live feed from eBay and is constantly updated - just click on any product to find out more, or to bid or buy...

Oct 20, 2010 Calendars Now Available

Tue, 20 Oct 2009 15:12:07 GMT
I've just finished these beautiful 2010 Calendars, with every image photographed by myself! I don't like to sound too big headed, but I think they are gorgeous, and I'm feeling very proud of myself! Please take a look... Ideal for Xmas pressies or just for your own desk - lose yourself every day in a gorgeous image!

Oct 20, My Photo and Art Gallery

Tue, 20 Oct 2009 15:08:07 GMT
I've been busy this week re-vamping the look of my art and photo gallery, and adding new products. Calendars and cards are now available, and the ability to purchase professionally framed and mounted prints, through secure online ordering and international payment and delivery. Liven up your living room, or choose beautiful gifts for Christmas. Please take a look and let me know if you like anything...

Oct 20, Halloween Decorating Ideas

Tue, 20 Oct 2009 14:49:07 GMT
Decorate your home for halloween. Get some great halloween decorating ideas and tips - spooky, scary, fun or autumnal themes. Useful halloween decorating tips...

Oct 20, Which color sofa for living room?

Tue, 20 Oct 2009 13:16:01 GMT
Hello, I have a small size living room. The wall color is warm taupe; and my floors, coffee and end tables are light oak wash. Which color should

Oct 20, Lighting on Kitchen and Dining Table

Tue, 20 Oct 2009 12:59:02 GMT
In front of my bench top is my dining table with just a little distance between them. Is it a good design to have a hanging chandelier over the

Oct 16, Loft Interior Design

Fri, 16 Oct 2009 10:05:07 GMT
I just recently obtained a 2nd story loft with 2000 sqaure feet. It is currently not modern and looks like an old loft from the 60's Need some

Oct 12, New Interior Design Trend Inspiration

Mon, 12 Oct 2009 13:31:12 GMT
Keep up to date, and be inspired - by a new interior design trend. Make contemporary interior design work for you. Learn how to get the latest looks for your home.

Oct 9, A living room with high ceilings, placement of room arrangement with fireplace and large screen tv

Fri, 09 Oct 2009 15:17:25 GMT
I have a high ceiling living room. The space is 18ft. long by 13ft. wide. The focal point is a fireplace with windows on each side. It has a 13

Oct 7, Bathroom Retiling

Wed, 07 Oct 2009 09:26:53 GMT
Can I tile over an existing smooth bathroom

Oct 6, Product of the Day - Silk Rose - REDUCED!

Tue, 06 Oct 2009 12:12:54 GMT
Today's product of the day is a beautiful single silk rose - ideal for coffee tables or dining tables - a simple and stylish contemporary accent for your home. Appreciate the beauty of the flower - and really enjoy the fact that it's not going to be dead withing a few days! This single rose is currently reduced to half price- a real bargain at the moment - so stock up for Christmas - they'd make perfect gifts for Aunties, Mums, Grandmas, Sisters... ...or just treat yourself! Click to find out more about the

Oct 6, Free Decorating Ideas for Bland or Boring Spaces

Tue, 06 Oct 2009 11:05:31 GMT
Looking for quick, easy and inexpensive ways of adding interest and personality to your home? Then take a look at these free decorating ideas for making over bland and boring spaces. Love your room..!

Sep 29, Interior Design Resources

Tue, 29 Sep 2009 13:26:24 GMT
Find great interior design resources here - home decor products to buy and decorating services you might find useful...

Sep 28, Product of the Day - Photo Glass Chopping Board

Mon, 28 Sep 2009 13:10:16 GMT
Well today's product of the day is something my partner Ian found at the weekend, when looking for new chopping boards for our kitchen (makeover JUST started - I'm not telling you yet - check back soon for the big 'reveal')... I love these glass chopping boards that you can add your own favorite photos to - add something arty, your favorite foodie creation, or use family snaps for a great Christmas gift! I've included this product of the day in a live feed from eBay, as there is a good selection to choose from out there... Just click on a product for more information, or to bid or buy... (Use the green arrows to scroll down for more products - click on a product to check for international delivery)

Sep 28, Should crown moulding and the ceiling be the same exact color?

Mon, 28 Sep 2009 09:49:32 GMT
Charlotte, Thank you so much for your very helpful input on my previous questions regarding chair railing and crown molding! How wonderful to have

Sep 28, Should I paint the brick fireplace?

Mon, 28 Sep 2009 09:48:01 GMT
The brick fireplace is kind of shades of pinkish, off whites and tan colors (same as the outside of the house). The fireplace has a raised hearth,

Sep 28, Colors in my Kitchen Makeover

Mon, 28 Sep 2009 09:45:48 GMT
I am re-doing my kitchen. Here are all the elements: Wall: Benjamin Moore Heaven on Earth (blue) Floor: Procelain -Mirador - Cameo Beige

Sep 25, Product of the Day - Peacock Stained Glass Panel

Fri, 25 Sep 2009 09:42:07 GMT
Todays Product of the Day is a Stained Glass Window hanging with a splendid, hand-painted peacock design. This is truly a work of art that you would be proud to have in your home. Hang it from your window, relax and watch the play of wonderfully colored lights across your room as the sunlight catches it. This is perfect for period homes, or vintage looks - especially art deco and art nouveau styles, but I feel it would equally magnificent as a gorgeous focal point in a modern home. Pick out the colors in the piece, in your room, with beautiful accents of teal, jade and 'peacock' blue, or let this work of art steal the show by picking out the neutral taupes and letting the peacock shine out like a beautiful jewel. This hand-painted work of art is actually a real bargain - now on sale! Find out more about Springtime's Peacock Hand-Painted Glass Art Panel

Sep 24, Help with a Staircase

Thu, 24 Sep 2009 09:56:36 GMT
We have built a new house and I have messed up the main staircase and need any ideas about how to fix it. The stair treads are olive wood (a mid

Sep 24, Two questions on re-doing a house.

Thu, 24 Sep 2009 09:53:48 GMT
There is chair railing in every room downstairs: living room, dining room and breakfast room. I don't know whether to treat them/paint them all the

Sep 22, Product of the Day - Pink Glass Pendant Light

Tue, 22 Sep 2009 09:35:28 GMT
I thought I would try out a new idea I've had called 'Product of the Day' where I showcase on my blog a gorgeous product that can inspire your interior design scheme, or prove invaluable in some way... I'm not sure I'll manage a product every day, as I want to make sure they are all incredibly beautiful, stylish or useful, but I'll try and add one frequently. Todays offering is a gorgeous pink, glass pendant lightshade that I've had my eye on for our upcoming lounge makeover (more on that in weeks to come!). This is a truly covetable light that would provide a beautiful focal point in any room. Mix with other warm colors, reds, pinks, oranges or greens, blues, yellows, purples. This would also be a fab accent light for a neutral room... Find out more about the BRYONY GLASS PENDANT Do you love it?

Sep 21, Contemporary Decorating with Florals - Flowers Bang on Trend!

Mon, 21 Sep 2009 14:21:48 GMT
For a striking interior design statement this season look to flowers! Learn about contemporary decorating with florals - no need to chuck out your chintz for a modern feel these days!

Sep 21, Speciality Tiles

Mon, 21 Sep 2009 10:44:59 GMT
I've just come across this great little company that does absolutely gorgeous and very unusual tiles in Spanish, Portuguese, antique and custom styles... The tiles are stunning - ideal to bring the 'wow factor' into your home...

Sep 16, Interior Design Artwork - Tips for Choosing Art and My Gallery

Wed, 16 Sep 2009 14:58:53 GMT
Discover helpful tips for choosing the right interior design artwork for your home. Cheap ideas for artistic display. Make a statement in your home. View my own art gallery online...

Sep 15, Focus 2009

Tue, 15 Sep 2009 10:17:53 GMT
Interior Design and Decoration Exhibition - Focus 2009 Fantastic interior design show at the Chelsea Harbour Design Centre, London. Show plus lectures, seminars and masterclasses. Trade previews from 27 - 29 September 2009. All welcome on Wednesday 30 September 2009 - Free Entry!

Sep 10, Kitchen Decorating Tips - Style, Design and Decor

Thu, 10 Sep 2009 09:41:13 GMT
Read this information for help in choosing the right decor and design for your kitchen. Includes kitchen decorating tips on style, color, and how to choose the right materials and fixtures.

Sep 9, Advertising Rates and Terms - Prices Slashed for 2009

Wed, 09 Sep 2009 10:58:54 GMT
Would you like to advertise with interior-design-it-yourself.com? Get details of my advertising rates and condtions here...

Sep 9, Link Exchange

Wed, 09 Sep 2009 10:52:59 GMT
More details on link exchange with www.interior-design-it-yourself.com. Register with the Value Exchange Programme....

Sep 9, Choosing a Home Color Scheme

Wed, 09 Sep 2009 09:44:20 GMT
Colors affect our moods in all sorts of ways, so youve got to take care to choose a home color scheme that will set the right tone. Gaining a basic

Sep 8, Window Treatment Fabrics - Online Guide

Tue, 08 Sep 2009 15:34:27 GMT
Buying ready-made curtains or making your own? Get the low-down on ideal window treatment fabrics. Learn more about suitable fabrics for your curtain ideas ...

Sep 7, Cheap Decorating Ideas for all your Interior Design Problems

Mon, 07 Sep 2009 13:08:54 GMT
Find fast fixes and cheap decorating ideas and tips for all your interior design problems. Is your room too dark, too cold, too boring, too crowded? Find easy and stylish solutions here...

Sep 7, Cheap Decorating Ideas to Update Your Room

Mon, 07 Sep 2009 12:40:55 GMT
Is your room feeling tired, dated and unloved? You don't need to spend a fortune or do a major overhaul to update your look! Ingenious & cheap decorating ideas and tricks can give your home a new look

Sep 3, HOME

Thu, 03 Sep 2009 09:50:55 GMT
hi der, rite nw i m staying in a small house which has a drawing hall cum dinning hall with 2 bedrooms attached. i need some gr8 ideas of

Aug 27, Living room

Thu, 27 Aug 2009 09:59:09 GMT
I would like to change my living room to make it more cozy and warm. I was thinking of changing the furniture to darker furniture (dark leather) and

Aug 25, The Affordable Art Fair

Tue, 25 Aug 2009 17:02:43 GMT
Get great art at an affordable price. Find unique and unusual pieces for your home - All prices are less than 3000, and many much less. The Fair is in London's Battersea Park 22-25 October. International Events
The Affordable Art Fair is also appearing in Sydney, Amsterdam and Brussels over this Autumn and Winter...

Aug 25, The National Home Improvement Show

Tue, 25 Aug 2009 17:02:43 GMT
Real Inspiration for Real Homes Visit the National Home Improvement Show for great ideas and inspiration for your home. Celebrity guests, Eco-homes, extensions, technology, style... London's Earl's Court - 2-4 October Save on tickets by buying in advance

Aug 24, Want to Quit your Day Job?

Mon, 24 Aug 2009 12:14:48 GMT
Back to work or school? End of the holidays? If you're not loving your job right now, find out how to build your own, successful business from home in your spare time - doing something you really love... This is how I built this website, (read my story, here). You too could be running a successful website and giving up your 9-5 lifestyle this time next year...

Aug 24, Living Room Decorating Ideas - Gallery Pages

Mon, 24 Aug 2009 12:00:23 GMT
Find inspiration and photos for your home makeover with these living room decorating photo pages. Packed full of awesome interior design ideas to help you find your own perfect home...