Articles filed under Decor
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A little maintenance keeps containers in tiptop shapeJul 22, 2018 6:00 am - We ask a lot from annuals planted in containers. They are often tucked too close together and may not be watered often enough for their liking or, because of all the rai...
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Japanese painted ferns pair nicely next to hostasJul 15, 2018 7:00 am - Homeowners often mistakenly believe it is impossible to have colorful gardens in shady areas in their landscapes. They may believe ground covers planted in rings around ...
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Collectors make a beeline for porcelain platesJul 15, 2018 6:01 am - Q. I have enclosed a photo of a porcelain plate that my mother-in-law gave me before she passed away. There are four plates, each about 8 inches in diameter and decorate...
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Six bathroom trends to consider — and two trends to avoidJul 14, 2018 6:00 am - The best part of renovating a bathroom? Picking out the colors, finishes, patterns and shapes of everything from the flooring to the drawer pulls. Adding to the exciteme...
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Front porches and entries that say 'welcome'Jul 14, 2018 6:00 am - Interior designer Joan Craig sees many clients who give the decorating of their living room or kitchen a lot of thought. Yet while “people have become much more attuned ...
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How to create a rock garden that looks centuries oldJul 08, 2018 7:00 am - Take advantage of a sunny, sloping area in the landscape to create a rock garden. Begin by choosing very large rocks that are common to the region and burying more than ...
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Marble turtle top shields tableJul 08, 2018 6:01 am - Q. Enclosed is a photo of a Victorian marble-top table that I have. It is in very good condition, and the marble has no cracks. The base is walnut, and the marble top is...
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Greet guests the minute they arrive with décor that says 'You're welcome here!'Jul 06, 2018 6:00 am - Decorating your front porch now that summer is finally here is a great way to underscore a seasonal theme — a time to focus on the outdoors and the outside of your home....
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Scandinavian glassworks mystery solvedJul 01, 2018 7:01 am - Q. This is a picture of a heavy glass bowl that was passed on to me. The markings on the base are "KOSTA - 58509 - SINNEMARK." The overall bowl is about 4 inches tall an...
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Create a tropical oasis on a shady deck or patioJul 01, 2018 7:00 am - Gardeners who have decks or patios shaded by majestic trees or nearby buildings can create a tropical oasis every bit as beautiful as those who garden in full sun. Some ...