By the time October rolls around, we might as well accept that the holidays are barreling toward us. If you have family and friends visiting in the coming months, you may find yourself suddenly realizing all the things you’d like to change about your kitchen–the heart of the home. At the same time, you realize that there isn’t quite enough time for a full-scale kitchen remodel before guests arrive. The good news is that there are several quick and simple minor updates you can make in the meantime. Consider these four ideas for sprucing up the kitchen before delving into a major renovation in the New Year. [Read more…] about 5 Easy Updates for a Holiday-Ready Kitchen
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Pretty and Practical Pantry Doors (5 Ideas)
What’s in your pantry? Soups and canned beans, the kids’ favorite cereal, peanut butter, a variety of pastas, rice…perhaps some nice dark chocolate you save for an indulgent after-dinner treat? Whatever you store in the pantry, it’s likely that you open it’s door at least once a day. It’s also pretty likely that the pantry door spends a lot of time closed between meals. Shouldn’t it make a unique statement that complements your kitchen? [Read more…] about Pretty and Practical Pantry Doors (5 Ideas)
3 Ways a See Through Fireplace Can Enhance Your Home
“I say to myself that I shall try to make my life like an open fireplace, so that people may be warmed and cheered by it and so go out themselves to warm and cheer.”– George Matthew Adams
Few home features have as comforting and nostalgic an appeal as a fireplace. Maybe that’s why people looking to buy a new home are willing to pay more for a functional fireplace and people looking to add value to their home often opt to add one. And while a traditional woodburning or electric fireplace in the living room or bedroom is certainly an asset, you can take your home the extra mile by installing a “see-through” or double-sided fireplace. [Read more…] about 3 Ways a See Through Fireplace Can Enhance Your Home