Articles filed under Decor
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Scandinavian design: Lean, clean beautyMar 05, 2016 6:21 am - Kivik. Hemnes. Ektorp. Even if you aren't sure what these funny-sounding words mean, they're probably familiar to you. That's because they're the names of sofas and book...
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Hand-cut glass electric lamp is brilliantMar 03, 2016 5:01 am - Q. The enclosed picture is of my cut glass electric lamp that has been in our family for four of generations. It stands approximately 23 inches tall and was made in the ...
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Decor for baby should also thrill parentsFeb 28, 2016 6:00 am - Baby, it's a brand new year. And when it comes to creating the perfect sleep space for little ones, there are more fun options than ever. Styles range from haute to home...
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What's in and out in home designFeb 28, 2016 12:00 am - While your furniture, finishes and accessories should be a reflection of your personal taste, there's no question that fads come and go in home decorating. After all, yo...
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Taking care of a kitchen's little detailsFeb 27, 2016 6:01 am - Long weekends are the perfect time to catch up on miscellaneous household chores. Even when the winter weather is not cooperative, many indoor tasks can be tackled. Some...
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Bring your antiques to appraisal day in McHenry CountyFeb 23, 2016 10:00 pm - Ever wonder how much grandma's old serving tray is worth? What about that heirloom oil painting or turn-of-the-century shawl? The McHenry County Historical Society & Mus...
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The rise, fall and rise of micro housingFeb 22, 2016 5:00 am - Studio apartments have been around in major cities since the late 1800s. When we think of the quintessential studio apartment, we think New York City, so it is of note ...
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As in the past, animal prints are prevalent todayFeb 21, 2016 12:01 am - Ever since the first cave man figured out the need for food, warmth and modesty, animal skins have been common textures inside dwellings. In caves, we have learned that ...
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Blending lives - and design stylesFeb 21, 2016 12:00 am - Interior designer Barry Dixon joined Post staff writer Jura Koncius recently on the newspaper's Home Front online chat. Here is an edited excerpt: Q. Can you suggest a m...
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Carve out a space just for the kidsFeb 16, 2016 6:21 am - One very easy way to stretch space in a child's bedroom is to buy a bunk bed. It's brilliant! This is one way to create a play area and a homework spot in a space-starve...