Winnebago County businesses can win holiday decorating prizes

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Georgette Braun   | Rockford Register Star ROCKFORD — Businesses throughout Winnebago County are encouraged to decorate exteriors, interiors and storefronts for the holidays to compete for cash prizes. “Spread the Light: A Merry & Bright Decorations Contest for our Business Community” is presented by the Rockford Area Convention & Visitors […]

Design: Here’s how to think about decorating your living room

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Open-concept living spaces—like in this condo in the Blum building—offer different decorating challenges than formal living rooms did long ago. (Photo courtesy of Everhart Studio) The living room has historically been an over-decorated room used mainly to receive and impress visitors. This room was a status symbol for outside guests, […]

Top 10 Must See Home Decorating Ideas |

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The beauty of design is its ability to morph, adapt, and incorporate influences that enhance style and function. The interior design trends 2020 exemplify this in a way that tells a story. With their fingers on the pulse of the latest developments, our top online interior designers shared the trends […]

Discover… Top Home Design Ideas And Decorating Trends

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DISCOVER… A better way to design your dream Home Get Started Product Reviews Stories Login Gallery Interior Design & Decorating Remodeling Process Can we help you find some home design ideas? Paul Fisher said: “Browsing these unique home design ideas Can get you addicted” You Could Get Started With the […]

2020 Fall Decorating Ideas – Best Autumn Decor Tips

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Courtesy of Keita Turner Design As the seasons change outside, the design of your home should subtly reflect that inside. Transitioning your space for the fall season can be quite challenging. While it can be tempting and fun to consider kitschy autumn decor, more thoughtful decorating choices will take your […]

50 Family Room Decorating Ideas & Photos

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Most families spend more time in the family room than any other room in the house. It’s also the room that your guests will likely see first and the most. That’s why it’s important to be intentional about designing a family room that is beautiful but also stays true to […]

HGTV’s 80 Fave Fall Decorating Ideas

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Welcome Guests Abundantly Cue the Copper Get the How-To: How to Make a Hand-Lettered Farmhouse-Style Tray Add a Farmhouse Feel See More Photos: Cozy Up Your Front Porch With Farmhouse Style for Fall Set the Table With Seasonal Style And, Break Out the Good China Create a Grand Entrance Freshen […]

30 Easy Summer Decorating Ideas

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Anna Spiro Design Now that it’s officially May, summer is just around the corner. And while we may not be able to jet off to some faraway waterfront locale, we can still get in on the easy summertime living with the right decorating decisions. Ready to dress your home up […]

35 Biggest Decorating Mistakes and Solutions

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35: A Cluttered Kitchen Solution: Minimize the Mess Get the How-To: Make New Pots Look Old for a Cottage-Style Countertop Herb Garden 34: Going to the Dark Side Solution: Light It Up 33: Kids’ Toys, Untamed Solution: Conquer the Clutter 32: Choosing Style Over Sittability Solution: Opt for Comfy Chairs […]

20 Family Room Decorating Ideas

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Helen Norman Considering that you spend a significant amount of time in your family room, it has to be comfy and stylish. From a plush sofa to well-curated shelves, find out how to make your space one of the most inviting places in your home with these family room ideas. […]

52 Best Interior Decorating Secrets

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Annie Sloan Some people have a natural eye for design, but if you’re more in the camp of those who can’t do anything without consulting Pinterest board upon Pinterest board before making any major changes, we feel you. And even those of us who leave and breathe interior design, some […]