Fran Sloan here and I must say how thrilled I am to share my decorating tips with you. http://www.squidoo.com/lensmasters/fgsloan Wed, 20 Aug 2008 22:42:43 -0600 FeedCreator 1.7.2 http://www.squidoo.com/decorating-living-room I was a bit nervous writing this – after all I'm no interior decorator; nor any living room decorating guru but I am so happy with my new living room – I just had to share the cool secrets to home decorating I discovered in this book. I discovered heaps of practical ideas and real things I could do; and the No1 thing when decorating your living room is to have a vision of what you want to achieve.   Decide on the style that suits you and your family and stick with it.   No matter the size of your room you can achieve your desired look. There are heaps of simple tricks (you won't believe how simple) to decorating a small living room – easy things like colors and storage that can make your room look bigger. diy Thu, 19 Jun 2008 01:11:07 -0600 http://www.squidoo.com/kitchen_decorating_ideas Kitchen decorating basics are fun again. There for a while the fashion was plain and neutral, de-void of color but now color is back in the kitchen. But what to do with that neutral colored kitchen? – this was my dilemma. How could I incorporate color into my kitchen with out firstly breaking the bank and secondly how could "I" do it. After all I am no interior designer. Searching for kitchen decorating ideas nearly drove me insane (some would dispute the possibility of this – saying I already am :-). It's all very good to look at glamorous kitchen photographs but how do I translate that to my kitchen. My small little nook of a kitchen looks nothing like those 'studio' kitchens. I needed some practical suggestions and foundation decorating knowledge to decorate my small kitchen back into 2007. Finally, I did stumble upon a book that 'made sense' – there were no glamour shots; no fluff; just real practical suggestions on how to transform my home and most  importantly advice on colors, suggestions for storage and visual effects that I could use in my kitchen. What this means for you is that you can decorate your kitchen and even more importantly you won't need to spend a fortune. Take a look here at the book that rescued my kitchen. diy Thu, 19 Jun 2008 02:48:29 -0600 http://www.squidoo.com/cottage-style-decorating Country cottage style home decor, with its airy tones and light pastel colors has a typical warm and inviting feeling that makes it among the most popular of all home decor styles. What's more, creating the perfect country cottage home decor is simple and easy to achieve and it does not cost a lot too. Take a look at some ideas that will help you create the most beautiful and charming country cottage home decor! Country Cottage Walls Tackling the larger areas first will set the background for the many changes that are sure to follow suit. If you want cottage style walls then you will see that they are normally done in soft, comforting colors like white, cream, light blue or sage. Very soft pink or yellow works well too and can blend with many different colors. Floral or small print wallpaper in soft colors follows with the theme. Country Cottage Floors Tackle the floors next. Cottage style floors are usually simple, informal and imperfect. Area rugs scattered over your light wood floors add color and enhance the look of the floors. Consider some quaint floral area rugs to capture the cottage fee. Painted wood floors that blend well with walls work well for that cottage "used" look. Country Cottage Lighting Light fixtures will go a long way to really creating the perfect country cottage feel to it. Bean pot lamps in different colors are in perfect sync with the informal look of the cottage style. Glass lamps, gold, nickel or painted ceramic also do well. Lamp shades can be easily made by gluing left-over fabric from your throw pillows or curtains over a plain shade. Hanging crystal chandelier pendants from the bottom of your lamp shades will lend a touch of elegance and enhance your country cottage decor without being too glitzy. Country Cottage Kitchen Country kitchen cabinets are typically painted white, cream or sage. A smattering of red, dark blue or green can add a touch of vibrant color to your country kitchen. Taking off the doors on the dish cabinets is very popular so you can show off your dishes. Glass inserts add a touch of soft color and are also in line with the cottage look. Country Cottage Furniture The great thing about country cottage style is the older and more loved a piece of furniture is, the better it fits in. Furniture usually painted pieces in white, cream or sage colors but any color that blends with your decor will work well. The function of the furniture can change around too. A bench can make a great coffee table or a kitchen table can serve as a desk. Couches and chairs should be puffy with lots of throw pillows. Country Cottage Window Dressings Window dressings should be light and airy to follow along with the soft cottage style. Try curtain rods with decorative finals to add a touch of distinction. Cotton floral or stripe curtains that blend with your decor will keep things light. Lace curtains or sheers are also an option. A simple valance works well too and for privacy you can have a pull-down shade that hides during the day. Painted shutters are also a nice option for kitchen or living room windows. They give the room the ultimate cottage look. diy Mon, 14 Jul 2008 22:09:09 -0600 http://www.squidoo.com/bedroom_decorating_ideas I have not always had great bedroom decorating ideas - in fact I have to admit there were times when my bedroom was a disaster area. With a severe lack of wardrobe space, old faded quilt cover, blanket as a curtain – it is truly was not a pretty site. But for the past year or so I have been reading everything I can get my hands on about home decorating and in particluar bedroom decorating. I have gone from total dunce to ...well I'm no expert but I do love it. Anyway, enough about me. It is bedroom decorating tips and ideas that you came here for. diy Thu, 19 Jun 2008 01:58:11 -0600 http://www.squidoo.com/bathroom-decorating-ideas "WOW! Your bathroom looks fabulous - You must have spent a fortune!" This was my sisters reaction when she recently visited and saw my bathroom for the first time since I decorated it. He he - I didn't tell her 'how easy (and cheap) it had been' - I should have told her all about the little book I found - I should have shared my new found bathroom decorating secrets - but I didn't. So, now that I am feeling a little guilty (only a little though) about not sharing these bathroom decorating ideas with her; I thought I'd share them with you. I don't know about you but decorating my bathroom was a scary thought; and I had put it off way too long. The rest of the house was definitely looking all the better for my new found decorating prowess but our small bathroom really need some help. I discovered my love of decorating a while ago but it was not until I read this cool book, that it all started to fall into place. Well, anyway it was time to tackle decorating the bathroom. I don't know why I was so worried - with a few color tips, ideas for bathroom walls and some  neat storage suggestions - it looks so professional and yet is still practical. My secret - I have not told my sister but I'm going to tell you it's... The Secret To Home Decorating Success  ... now do I tell my sister about this or not?  diy Mon, 23 Jun 2008 00:08:44 -0600 http://www.squidoo.com/decorating-with-contemporary-rugs Everyone has that one room in their home they just can't bear to change. Liven up your unchangeable room with just one small addition: a contemporary area rug. diy Thu, 19 Jun 2008 01:14:13 -0600 http://www.squidoo.com/choosing-rug-sizes Area rugs come in so many different sizes, determining the perfect size for any particular space can be daunting indeed. If you are concerned about what size rug you need to use for your room, here are a few tips that will help you choose the perfect rug size and shape for your room:- diy Tue, 27 May 2008 02:42:05 -0600 http://best.area-rug.ever.com/ A wide range of brilliant area rug choices. Authentic rugs for your home. Area rugs are a popular way to add style and atmosphere to your home. Instantly spruce up your space without spending a fortune. arts Tue, 24 Jun 2008 18:17:32 -0600 http://yummiest.cupcake.ever.com/ Cupcakes for everyone. Easy cook at home Cupcake Recipes and simple step by step cup cake decorating. arts Thu, 19 Jun 2008 01:16:34 -0600